California DMV Driving Test

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1. When a yellow arrow appears as you are about to turn from a dedicated left turn lane, you should: Stop and not turn under any circumstances. Speed up to get through the intersection. Be prepared to obey the next signal that appears. Make a protected turn since you have the right-of-way over all vehicles and pedestrians.

2. Since blind pedestrians rely on sound much more than any other sense, it is important that you stop your vehicle how many feet from the crosswalk? 10 ft. 3 ft. 5 ft. None of the answers listed. 7 ft.

3. When driving on a slippery surface such as snow or ice: Maintain traction by following other vehicles closely. Pump your brakes to keep them from freezing. Shift to a low gear before going down steep hills.

4. Things that can distract your attention from the road include Checking the traffic behind you frequently. Text messaging and talking on the phone. Checking blind spots Always checking mirrors.

5. What should a driver do at an intersection without a 'stop' or 'yield' sign? Continue driving as you were. Count to five before driving through the intersection. Only yield to pedestrians and not to vehicles or bicyclists Slow your vehicle down and be ready to stop if necessary. Yield only for those on your left if they arrive at the intersection at the same time as you.

6. A traffic signal with a flashing yellow arrow means that you should Proceed with caution. Proceed with caution but turns are not permitted in the direction of the arrow. Proceed at increased speed as directed by the arrow Stop and be prepared to obey the next signal.

7. A pedestrian crossing at the corner has the right-of-way: At marked crosswalks only. At marked or unmarked crosswalks. Only at intersections controlled by signals, lights, or stop signs. Only at intersections controlled by traffic signals.

8. If you are stopped, intending to turn left, but oncoming vehicles are approaching, you should: Turn immediately if there are no pedestrians nearby. Give the oncoming vehicles the right-of-way. Turn because you have the right-of-way. Keep driving, until you can find a safer place to make a turn.

9. When following a vehicle at night, always Use your high-beam headlights. Turn off your headlights. Follow closely Turn off your high-beam headlights.

10. When you are driving it's most important to look left, right and ahead of your vehicle ____. When you are approaching or crossing intersections, crosswalks and railroad crossings. It's never important to look in those directions. None of the listed answers When you are sitting inside a parked car.

11. Which of these statements is true about driving and taking medications Most cold medications can make a person drowsy. Over the counter medications cannot impair driving ability if taken in the recommended dosages. Medications are safe to take at any time if prescribed by a doctor.

12. You are crossing an intersection and an emergency vehicle is approaching with a siren and flashing lights. you should: Continue through the intersection, pull to the right and stop. Stop immediately in the intersection until it passes. Pull to the right in the intersection and stop.

13. Under which circumstance is your physician allowed to report conditions to the dmv Any condition that may affect your ability to drive safely. Only conditions possibly causing a seizure. Only heart related conditions. Only vision impairment related conditions.

14. There is no crosswalk and you see a pedestrian crossing your lane ahead. you should: Slow down as you pass him/her. Make eye contact and then pass him/her. Stop and let him/her finish crossing the street

15. A flashing yellow traffic signal at an intersection means Slow down and be alert at the upcoming intersection. You should treat the signal like a stop sign. Stop. yield to all cross traffic before crossing in the intersection.

16. Which of these statements is true about changing lanes Look over your right shoulder for a right lane change and your left shoulder for a left lane change. You only need to turn and look over your right shoulder for lane changes to the right or left. Vehicles with two outside mirrors do not have blind spots.

17. You want to go into a store to make a quick purchase. you should: Leave the car running and set the parking brake. Stop the engine and set the parking brake. Stop the engine, but set the parking brake only if on a slope. Leave the car running if you do not plan on being absent for longer than five minutes.

18. The dmv retains information for your permanent record on every collision reported to the dmv in what cases? If a single person sustains more than $750 in damage, or if anyone is injured or dies. Law enforcement, unless the reporting officer states the collision was the fault of someone else. If you or another party are involved in a collision All of the answers listed.

19. This hand signal indicates that

The driver is making a left turn. The driver is making a u-turn. The driver is making a right turn The driver is slowing or stopping.

20. The eye test for the driver's license evaluates Acuity. Peripheral vision. Depth and color perception All of the above.

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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.