California DMV Driving Test

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1. When should you use the signals on your vehicle? You should use the signals on your vehicle when you are turning left, when you are turning right and whenever you are going to change lanes. Only when you are going to turn left. Whenever you are going to change lanes Only when you are turning right.

2. When is it appropriate for a driver to use his vehicle's horn? To coax a slow pedestrian, bicyclist, or motorcyclist to speed up their movements. None of the answers listed. Only when necessary to avoid collisions or to try and alert other drivers of your presence To alert another driver to the fact they are making mistakes in their driving.

3. A steady yellow light means that a ____ light will soon appear. Flashing yellow. Steady green. Steady red. Flashing red.

4. You may cross double yellow lines to pass another vehicle if the Vehicle in front of you moves to the right to let you pass. Yellow line next to the other side of the road is broken. Yellow line next to your side of the road is broken.

5. What type of sign is this?

Stop. Slow-moving vehicle. Yield. Hazardous materials.

6. If you have an accident, the law requires you to exchange your driver's license information with: Others involved in the accident. Security guards. Firefighters.

7. When changing lanes on a freeway, you should: Assume there is enough space for your vehicle, if you signal first. Signal for at least five seconds. Slow down before you start to change lanes.

8. Why should you slow down your vehicle when you see another vehicle's hazard lights? None of the answers provided. You should absolutely not slow down. You should slow down because there may be a collision or other road emergency ahead You should slow down because you are about to be arrested.

9. When is one-handed steering best used? When you are backing up without much turning. When you are making most turning maneuvers. One-handed steering should never be used When your steering movements are critical.

10. If you start to skid Turn the steering wheel in the direction of the skid. Ease off the gas pedal. Stop braking Do all of the above.

11. Yellow pavement markings on the road indicate A stop line at the stop sign. A no-passing zone. The right edge of a roadway The left edge of a roadway.

12. If you are involved in a collision, you should not ____. Share personal information with the other drivers, who were involved in the accident. Speed away without stopping. Stop your vehicle Call 9-1-1.

13. While driving, when you see a triangular road sign, you must Reduce your speed and yield. Make a right turn. Come to a complete stop Increase your speed.

14. If there is no crosswalk and you see a pedestrian crossing your lane, you should Cautiously drive around the pedestrian. Make sure the pedestrian can see you before proceeding. Stop and let the pedestrian finish crossing.

15. The mature driver program is an eight-hour course for drivers of what age? None of the listed answers. Those 65 years or older. Those 55 years or older Those 75 years or older. Those 45 years or older.

16. At an intersection, a steady yellow arrow pointing left indicates to the driver that He or she must increase speed. The signal is about to change to a green or red light or to a red arrow. Oncoming traffic is stopped and he or she may turn left None of the above are true.

17. If you drive slower than the flow of traffic, you will most likely Improve traffic flow. Interfere with traffic and receive a ticket. Demonstrate defensive driving techniques.

18. Which of the following signals does not require a driver to stop? A flashing red light. A flashing yellow light. All of the listed answers require the driver to stop A solid red light. A solid red arrow.

19. A steady red arrow means You must stop and you cannot turn in the direction of the arrow. You should prepare to stop and give the right-of-way to oncoming traffic before turning. You can safely turn in the direction of the arrow You must come to a complete stop and then proceed when it is safe to do so.

20. If you drive up a narrow, steep road and meet a car with no room to pass: You should back down the road. The other driver should back up the road. Neither driver should back at all. You should back down the road if the other vehicle is a truck.

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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.