California DMV Driving Test

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1. If you get sleepy while driving, you should: Move to the right lane and continue driving. Drink coffee to make you stay awake. Drive to a safe place, park, remove the ignition key, and rest. Accelerate so you can get to your destination quicker.

2. When parked on any hill, you should always set your parking brake and: Place your engine gear into the parked position. Keep your front wheels parallel to the road. Leave your vehicle in neutral. Turn your wheels towards the curb.

3. You have been convicted of driving under the influence of alcohol, and sentenced to 48 hours in jail. in addition, you may: Have to pay a fine. Have your vehicle taken away for 60 days. Lose your license for up to 18 months.

4. When making a right turn from a highway with two lanes in your direction, you may turn from: Either lane, depending on oncoming traffic. The lane closest to the center of the road. The lane nearest the curb or edge of the roadway.

5. The california basic speed law means that You should never drive faster than the posted speed limit. For consistency, all cities must have the same posted speed limits. Speed limits must be easy for everyone to understand You must never drive faster than what is safe in current conditions.

6. When taking any medicine, you should: Consult your doctor about the effects before driving. Have someone follow you home. Keep your window open and drive more slowly.

7. When you drive through a construction zone, you should: Decrease your following distance. Slow down to watch the workers. Pass the construction zone carefully and not 'rubberneck'

8. If you see a stray animal in your path, you should Use your horn and proceed at the same speed. Slow down or stop, if it is safe. Increase your speed to pass the animal quickly Open your window and shout at the animal.

9. According to the california driver handbook, when both cars are traveling at highway speeds of 50-55 mph, how many seconds should your gap between vehicles be to pass safely? 10-12 seconds. 13-15 seconds. 3-5 seconds. None of the listed answers. 5-8 seconds.

10. To see vehicles in your 'blind spots In your inside rearview mirror. In your side mirrors. Over your shoulders. Straight ahead.

11. If you are involved in a traffic collision, you are required to complete and submit a written report (sr1) to the dmv: If there is property damage in excess of $750 or if there are any injuries. Only if you are at fault. Only if you or the other driver is injured

12. Side-impact air bags may provide extra safety benefits for adults. is the same true for children? Side-impact air bags can be dangerous to children, especially if they are leaning against them. if the child is in a correctly installed child restraint system, however, they should be safe. Side-impact air bags are extremely dangerous to children in all situations. None of the answers listed Of course. side-impact air bags may save a child's life.

13. Flag persons are often located on highways and in work zones To stop, slow, or guide traffic safely through construction areas. To determine the amount of alcohol in a driver's blood. To slow vehicles to a lower speed limit posted ahead To report accidents to the police department and insurance companies.

14. Which of the following actions should pedestrians not do? All of the listed answers are actions that pedestrians should do. Be aware of their surroundings. Obey the traffic signals consistently Watch out for drivers before assuming the right-of-way. Stop traffic unnecessarily.

15. When waiting to make a left turn, you should give the right-of-way to vehicles coming from the opposite direction: Until at least two vehicles have passed. Until dangerously close cars have passed. Until all of the cars have passed. Until your traffic signal starts changing to red, then you have to make a turn even if there are vehicles in the intersection.

16. When turning corners, drivers must turn the steering wheel using The hand-to-hand technique. The two-hand technique. The hand-over-hand technique The single-hand technique.

17. When passing a bicyclist in a travel lane, you must ensure there is enough width for the cyclist. the amount of space required is 3 ft. 1 ft. 10 ft. 15 ft.

18. You should use your horn when: Another driver makes a mistake. It may help prevent a collision. Another vehicle is in your way.

19. When should you slow down for a curve in the road? Before entering the curve. It depends upon the level of visibility. While you are in the curve It depends upon which way the road is curving. You should not slow down for a curve.

20. You are driving defensively when you: Always put one car length between you and the car ahead of you. Stare at the car in front of you while driving. Keep your eyes moving and look for possible hazards. 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.