California DMV Driving Test

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1. Which of the following statements is not correct? Never drive beside a motorcycle in the same lane. When driving around bicycles, increase your following distance. Bicycles and motorcycles move slower and stop slower than expected Motorcycles are entitled to the same full lane width as other vehicles.

2. When parking your vehicle parallel to the curb on a level street. One of your rear wheels must touch the curb. Your wheels must be within 18 inches of the curb. Your front wheels must be turned toward the street

3. Blocking an intersection during rush hour traffic is: Not permitted unless some of the cross traffic can get around you. Not permitted under any circumstances. Not permitted unless you have the right-of-way. Permitted if you are riding a motorcycle.

4. What is the only effective way to reduce your blood alcohol content (bac) Drinking coffee. Exercising. Allow your body time to get rid of alcohol Taking a cold shower.

5. If you are following a truck that swings left before making a right turn at an intersection, you should remember that it is very dangerous to: Try to squeeze between the truck and curb to make a right turn. Apply your brakes until the truck has completed the turn. Violate the 4-second following distance rule. Honk your horn at the truck driver.

6. During a test, if you use any testing aids such as a cheat sheet or the california driver handbook, what are the consequences? Any testing aids will be confiscated, and your score on the test will be lowered by a certain amount. The test will be marked a 'failure', and the dmv may take action against your driving privilege, and the driving privilege of anyone who assisted you in the examination process. The test will be marked a 'failure', without exception You will be given a single warning and any testing aids will be confiscated, but you will be allowed to continue with the test.

7. Why should you clean your windows and mirrors? You should clean your windows and mirrors frequently because it will be difficult to see out of them , which could cause an accident if you are not careful. You should clean your windows because you could get arrested and convicted of a misdemeanor. You should clean your windows and mirrors so your car can look nice You should clean your windows only because the manual says that you should.

8. When making a right turn, look right and left, yield the right-of-way, and turn the steering wheel using The hand-over-hand technique. The single-hand technique. The double-hand technique The hand-off-hand technique.

9. When you are turning right from a one-way street onto a two-way or divided street, always turn from The lane nearest to the right curb. The lane farthest from the right curb. The middle lane The left lane.

10. The 'three-second rule' applies to the space ____ of your vehicle. To the sides. Ahead. In back. All around.

11. Driving under the influence of any drug which makes you drive unsafely is: Permitted if a doctor or nurse administered it. Permitted if it is a diet pill or cold medicine. Against the law. Against the law, unless you carry the prescription with you.

12. 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.

13. A person may ride in a pickup truck if the: Pickup truck has a seat bolted to the frame. Person is accompanied by an adult. Sides of the pickup truck are at least 24 inches high. Pickup truck is equipped with a restraint system and the person uses it.

14. What is the appropriate action to take when approaching a railroad crossing that does not have signals (such as lights or crossing gates) Always bring the car to a complete stop. Slow down and be prepared to stop. Do nothing-- all railroad crossings have signals Increase speed to get across the tracks quickly.

15. It is against the law to enter an intersection when The light is flashing yellow and you didn't stop first. The light is yellow and you can stop safely. You can't get all the way across before the light turns red.

16. You must not park within ____ feet of a railroad track. 7.50 30.00 15.00 10.00

17. If an emergency vehicle with red flashing lights or using a siren is moving in your lane, you are required to Proceed at normal speed. Reduce your speed and continue slowly. Increase your speed and clear the lane Pull over to the curb and stop.

18. Car drivers should never be alongside a motorcycle in the same lane even if the lane is wide and the cyclist is riding to one side, because Motorcyclists do not need to follow traffic rules. Motorcycles do not have signal lights. Motorcyclists may misguide the car driver Motorcycles need the full width of the lane.

19. A steady green light at an intersection means that you: Must slow down and prepare to stop. Must stop and check for oncoming traffic before proceeding. May drive through the intersection if the road is clear. May not turn right.

20. The driver ahead of you stops at a crosswalk. what should you do?: Cautiously pass the vehicle at 10mph or less. Change lanes look carefully and pass the stopped vehicle. Stop then proceed when all the pedestrians have crossed.

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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.