California DMV Driving Test

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1. Generally speaking, you are in a large truck's blind spot if you: Drive close to the large truck's left front wheel. Cannot see the truck driver in the truck's side mirrors. Follow no closer than ten feet behind the large truck. All of the above.

2. What should you do if a tire blows out while you are driving? Hold your steering wheel tightly. Slowly release the gas pedal, if you must brake, do so gently. Bring the vehicle to a stop off the road, and change tire. All of the above.

3. You are on the freeway and traffic is merging into your lane. you should: Always slow down and maintain your position. Assert your right of way by driving faster. Make room for the merging traffic, if possible.

4. You must look for bicycle riders in the same lanes used by motor vehicles because they: Illegally share lanes with motor vehicles. Are entitled to share the road with you. Must ride facing oncoming traffic.

5. This posted sign indicates

The distance from the curb. The width of your lane. The distance from the rail tracks A low underpass or bridge.

6. If you are in an intersection and you hear the siren of an emergency vehicle, you should Continue through the intersection, then move to the right and stop. Continue through the intersection, then move to the left and stop. Move to the left and stop in the intersection Move to the right and stop in the intersection.

7. When exiting the freeway, at what point in time should you typically signal your intention to exit with your turn signal? 10 seconds before the exit. 15 seconds before the exit. 20 seconds before the exit None of the listed answers. 5 seconds before the exit.

8. Which of the following should you do if your vehicle starts to skid on a slippery surface? Accelerate quickly. Close your eyes. Turn the wheel in the opposite direction of the skid Ease off the gas pedal.

9. When you enter traffic from a stop (away from the curb), you: Should wait for the first two vehicles to pass, then drive into the lane. Need a large enough gap to get up to the speed of traffic. Should drive slower than other traffic for 200 ft.

10. 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.

11. When backing out of an angled parking space, you should always move slowly and: Look at your rearview mirror. Look over your right shoulder. Have someone outside of the vehicle direct you.

12. Which of the following statements about passing a vehicle is not true? You can exceed the speed limit to pass quickly. Do not follow another vehicle that is passing a car in front of you. Do not pass more than one vehicle at a time Avoid passing on the right unless you can do it safely.

13. During which of the following situations would it be illegal for you to drive? After consuming excessive amounts of alcohol. After taking hard drugs e.g. cocaine. After taking prescription medication that impairs your ability to drive All of the listed answers.

14. If you are driving on a road with a 45 mph speed limit, and traffic is traveling 50 mph or faster, you may legally drive: 50 mph or faster (the speed of traffic). Anywhere between 45 mph and 50 mph. No faster than 45 mph.

15. Select the statement below that is true: People with more body fat are less prone to alcohol intoxication. Body weight has no effect on the rate of intoxication. Alcohol is able to be absorbed by water. Food in the stomach prevents alcohol intoxication.

16. When passing another vehicle, what is a good method for knowing that you have space to return to the driving lane? Count two seconds after clearing the passed vehicle, then you have sufficient space to return to the driving lane. When you can see both headlights of the vehicle you just passed in your inside rear view mirror, you have sufficient space to return to the driving lane. When you think you have spent enough time passing, you can return to the driving lane When you can see any part of the vehicle you just passed in your inside rear view mirror, you have sufficient space to return to the driving lane. When you can see one headlight of the vehicle you just passed in your inside rear view mirror, you have sufficient space to return to the driving lane.

17. Which of the following statements about blind spots is true? Blind spots can be checked by looking in your rear view mirrors. Large trucks have bigger blind spots than most passenger vehicles. They are eliminated if you have one outside mirror on each side of the vehicle

18. What happens to your driver's license if you refuse to take a chemical test (breath or blood) There is no evidence to find you guilty of drunk driving. You cannot be arrested for drunk driving. Your driver's license will be taken away None of these choices.

19. 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.

20. 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.

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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.