California DMV Driving Test

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1. 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.

2. If a driver behind you repeatedly flashes his or her headlights, you should Increase your vehicle's speed and move ahead. Switch on your high-beam headlights. Switch on your low-beam headlights Get out of the way.

3. To avoid last minute moves, you should be looking down the road to where your vehicle will be in about 10 to 15 seconds. 15 to 20 seconds. 5 to 10 seconds.

4. Alcohol in any concentration is: A stimulant. A depressant. Neither of the above.

5. A child under 8 years old ____ when all the rear seats are already occupied by children under 7 years old. May sit on the lap of an elder child, with a seat belt fastened to both. Should be kept at home. May ride in the front seat without a seat belt. May ride in the front seat.

6. Which is not a valid painted curb coloring? A red curb for no parking or stopping at all, except for buses. A green curb for limited time parking. A blue curb for disabled people An orange curb for construction zones. A white curb for passenger pick up or drop off.

7. If someone is following you too closely, you must Increase your speed. Slow down and encourage the driver to pass. Move into the left lane Discourage this action and not allow the driver to pass.

8. Your driving lane is next to a bicycle lane. you want to make a right turn at the incoming intersection. you: Should only merge into the bicycle lane if you stop before turning. Must merge into the bicycle lane before making your turn. You may not enter the bicycle lane to make your turn.

9. How many feet should you allow between your vehicle and a bicyclist when passing on the left? 1 foot or more. 2 feet or more. 3 feet or more. No minimum space is required.

10. After passing a vehicle, it is safe to return to your driving lane when: You see the headlights of the passed vehicle in your rearview mirror. You signal for 3 seconds your intention to return to your lane. The driver you passed signals you to return to your lane.

11. If a street has a center left turn lane, you must use it to prepare for or make a left turn or to prepare for or make a permitted u-turn. a person should not drive more than ____ in the center left turn lane. 100 ft. 200 ft. 125 ft. 25 ft. 50 ft.

12. A person must be how old to drive most commercial vehicles for hire in interstate commerce, or to transport hazardous materials or wastes? 16 years old. 21 years old. 25 years old 18 years old. None of the answers listed.

13. 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

14. A person may legally ride in the back of a pickup truck when: The back of the pickup is covered with a camper shell. In secured seats and using approved safety belts. The sides of the pickup bed are at least 24 inches high.

15. To avoid getting rear-ended by another vehicle in an emergency, you should: Turn your head and look over your shoulder. Check your rearview mirror often. Start braking early as a signal to the driver behind you. Drive with your left foot on the brake pedal at all times.

16. Which of the following people may a minor practice driving with? A licensed driver 25 years of age or older. Anyone who does not have any parking tickets. Anyone over the age of 18 with at least two years of driving experience Anyone who has a vehicle with proof of insurance. Only with adults over the age of 27.

17. Two sets of solid double yellow lines spaced two or more feet apart indicate An acceleration lane. A barrier. A parking lot Two-way traffic.

18. Which of the following is true of slippery roads? Shaded areas may have hidden ice spots that freeze first/dry last. Bridges and overpasses usually freeze before roads do. Wet leaves cause slipping, and wet ice is slicker than ice alone. All of the above.

19. If a person is crossing the street at a corner without crosswalks, you should: Take the right-of-way. Slow down and proceed with care. Let the person have the right-of-way. Stop 4 feet from the corner.

20. When you want to enter a freeway, you should Stop and yield to the traffic on the freeway. Enter the freeway at or near the speed of freeway traffic. Enter the freeway at a minimum speed Stop before merging into freeway 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.