California DMV Driving Test

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1. Which of the following statements is true about BAC (blood alcohol content) The breathalyzer is a test of a person's bac. A chemical test for BAC is needed for an alcohol conviction. Bac levels are reduced by a person's physical fitness After drinking, coffee or a cold shower will lower your bac.

2. Is talking on your cell phone permitted while driving? Yes, but only if you are driving on a rural road. No. Yes, but only if a hands-free device is used Yes, as long as you are careful.

3. If you have had 3 beers in the past hour, about how long will it take for all the alcohol to leave your blood stream? One hour. Two hours. Three hours.

4. In which of these situations is it appropriate to use your horn? To make eye contact with another driver. To encourage other drivers to drive faster. To let a driver know he has made a driving error. To let pedestrians know they should get off the road.

5. When a red light flashes at a railroad crossing, you must: Stop only if you see a train coming. Stop 10 ft behind the signal. Stop and then proceed when safe. Slow down before crossing.

6. It is against the law to enter an intersection when The light is flashing yellow and you didn't stop first. The light is yellow and you can stop safely. You can't get all the way across before the light turns red.

7. If you find a speed zone ahead sign, you are approaching An area where the minimum speed limit is 70 mph. An expressway or freeway. An area where a lower speed limit has been established An area where the speed limit must not exceed 75 mph.

8. While driving up a mountain road, you meet another vehicle and there is not enough room for you to pass. what should you do? Wait for the other vehicle to reverse back up the hill until there is room for you to pass. Reverse back down the hill until you find a place to pull over. Talk to the other driver until the two of you agree on what to do Call the highway patrol to find the best solution.

9. When traveling at 55 mph, assuming you have good tires, good brakes, and dry pavement, how far will your car travel before it comes to a complete stop? 1000 ft. 200 ft. 400 ft. 300 ft. 550 ft.

10. Big rig truck drivers tend to do what when turning right? Since they have to swing wide on the turn, they will often start to turn left before swinging back to the right. They turn right sharply at the beginning of the turn, since big rig trucks have superior maneuverability. None of the listed answers Nothing unusual. they turn like any other vehicle.

11. The 'three-second rule' applies to the space ____ of your vehicle. To the sides. Ahead. In back. All around.

12. If you are signaled by a flag person at or near a railroad crossing or construction site, you must Obey his or her signals, no matter which lane you are in. Obey his or her signals if you are in the right lane. Obey his or her signals if you are in the left lane Stop and ask for help.

13. How many feet away must a driver be from a fire hydrant, at minimum, to be parked legally? 15 ft. 30 ft. 5 ft. 3 ft. 7.5 ft.

14. It is best not to drive in the fog, but if you must do so, you should use: Low-beam lights. High beam lights. Fog lights only. Windshield wipers.

15. Wearing a headset or earplugs in both ears while driving is ____ Perfectly fine. driving is a mostly visual task, anyway. Prohibited, and against the law. audio cues are a large part of driving. Understandable in certain situations, such as loud traffic None of the listed answers.

16. You drive defensively when you: Keep your eyes moving to look for possible hazards. Always put one car length between you and the car ahead. Look only at the car in front of you while driving

17. If your vehicle starts to lose traction because of water on the road (hydroplaning) you should: Drive at a constant speed to gain better traction. Slow down gradually and not apply the brakes. Apply the brakes firmly to prevent your vehicle from sliding.

18. Blocking an intersection during rush hour traffic is: Not permitted unless some of the cross traffic can get around you. Not permitted under any circumstances. Not permitted unless you have the right-of-way. Permitted if you are riding a motorcycle.

19. You are approaching a green traffic light, but traffic is blocking the intersection. what is the best thing to do? Continue into the intersection and wait for traffic to clear. Partially enter the intersection to establish your right of way. Don't enter the intersection until you can get completely across.

20. When you enter traffic from a stop (ex: pulling away from the curb), you: Should drive slower than other traffic for 200 ft. Need a large enough gap to get up to the speed of traffic. Should wait for the first vehicle to pass, then pull into the lane. Should expect other drivers to make room for you to enter traffic.

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To operate a motorcycle in California, you must have a Class M license. Licenses are issued through the Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV). The state offers a motorcycle instruction permit and two license levels. An M1 license includes any type of motorcycle, and an M2 license is specifically for motorbikes, mopeds, or scooters. You must be at least 15 ½ to apply for a Class M1 or M2 permit. At age 16, you can apply for an M1 or M2 license if you have held a permit for at least 6 months.

To receive a Class M1 or M2 permit or license, you must submit your documentation, pass the vision screening, pass the driver and motorcycle knowledge tests, complete a Form DL44 application, and pay the fees. Anyone under the age of 21 must also complete the California Highway Patrol California Motorcyclist Safety Program (CHP CMSP) and submit the certification. Applicants who are over 21 are encouraged to take the CHP CMSP course as well, and the motorcycle skills test is waived for those who complete the course.

Tests are scheduled through your local DMV. The written exam contains 25 questions about signaling, crossing, changing lanes and other safe driving practices. You must answer 20 of the questions correctly to pass. The motorcycle skills test examines how well you handle and operate your motorcycle. If you fail a test, you must wait one day to retake it.