California DMV Driving Test

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1. When you purchase a vehicle from a licensed dealer in california, who collects the registration fees? None of the answers. The dealer. The buyer The federal government.

2. Why should you drive more slowly in heavy traffic? You shouldn't drive slowly in heavy traffic, but rather as quickly as possible. Police officers are more likely to give tickets in heavy traffic. Because heavy traffic typically occurs only in lower speed zones So you have enough distance to stop without hitting the vehicle in front of you.

3. You may continue carefully through a yellow light if: There is an emergency vehicle crossing your lane. There are no pedestrians crossing. You are turning right. You are within the intersection.

4. When you enter traffic from a stop (ex: pulling away from the curb), you: Should drive slower than other traffic for 200 ft. Need a large enough gap to get up to the speed of traffic. Should wait for the first vehicle to pass, then pull into the lane. Should expect other drivers to make room for you to enter traffic.

5. Hand-over-hand steering should be used when? When steering movements are critical, such as when parking or performing sharp right turns. For most if not all steering maneuvers. None of the listed answers Try to avoid hand-over-hand steering if at all possible.

6. If you are driving on a two-lane road, it is safest to drive your vehicle ____ of your lane. On the left side. In any part. In the center. On the right side.

7. You are driving in the middle lane on a 3 lane expressway. a car begins to pass you on the right. the actions of that driver are Wrong because pass to the left is a firm rule. Wrong because he's passing you in your blind spot. Ok as long as he does it on a limited access highway Ok if no signs forbid passing on the right.

8. If you always let other drivers go ahead of you at intersections, you are most likely: Improving traffic flow. Causing traffic delays. Effectively using defensive driving techniques.

9. When there is water on the roadway, you must reduce your speed to avoid Overheating of the tires. Hydroplaning. Wear and tear Traction of the tires on the road.

10. When are you required to have your driver's license in your possession? At all times, whether you are in a vehicle or not. At all times when you are driving, unless you are over 21. At all times when you are driving At all times when you are in a vehicle. You are not required by law to have your driver's license in your possession.

11. You must stop at the intersection ahead. just before the intersection, you have to cross railroad tracks. you should stop before you cross the railroad tracks when: The crossing is located in a city or town with frequent train traffic. You transport two or more children in a passenger vehicle. You don't have room on the other side to completely cross the tracks

12. Use your headlights on rainy, snowy, or foggy days: On the high-beam setting. So other drivers can see you. To warn others of bad conditions. Only in combination with emergency lights.

13. When traveling at 55 mph, assuming you have good tires, good brakes, and dry pavement, how far will your car travel before it comes to a complete stop? 1000 ft. 200 ft. 400 ft. 300 ft. 550 ft.

14. 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.

15. To make a right turn onto a two-way street from a two-way street, start in the right-hand lane and end in: The left lane. The lane further away from the curb. The lane closest to the curb. Any lane that is available.

16. Generally, you should avoid driving in the fog, but if you must drive in this weather condition, you must ____. All of the listed answers. Drive slowly. Turn on your windshield wipers Use your low beam headlights.

17. When in a roundabout, you should do all of the following except Watching for signs and pavement markings. Stopping your vehicle to turn. Driving in a counter-clockwise direction Using turn signals to change lanes.

18. 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.

19. Three of the most important times to check traffic behind you are before Backing, changing lanes or slowing down quickly. Backing, making a sharp turn or crossing an intersection. Changing lanes, crossing intersections or slowing down quickly.

20. Should you drive slower than other traffic that is traveling within the speed limit? Yes. it makes the other traffic drive slower, too. No. you can block traffic when you drive too slowly. Yes. it is safer than driving too fast. Yes, provided you are not driving in the far left lane.

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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.