California DMV Driving Test

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1. May you park beside a white curb? Yes, but only if you are a disabled person with special plates on your vehicle. No, you may not park against a white curb. Yes, but no longer than the time posted to load or unload passengers or freight Yes, but only long enough to pick up or drop off passengers or mail.

2. It is legal to drive with an alcoholic container that has been opened if the container is: In the glove department. In the trunk. Under the front seat.

3. When parking next to a curb, you should use your turn signals Only when pulling away from the curb. When pulling next to, but not away from the curb. When pulling next to or away from the curb.

4. If you want to park downhill and there is no curb, which way do you turn your front wheels? Towards the road. Parallel to the road. Towards the side of the road. Either way, since there is no curb.

5. What lights should you use when driving at night? Use your low beam headlights at night when it rains. use your high beam headlights whenever possible in open country or dark city streets. avoid blinding other drivers with your high beam headlights, dimming when necessary. Whichever ones seem to work best for you, personally. everyone's vision is different. Only the low beam headlights Only the parking lights. Only the high beam headlights.

6. A two-headed arrow with one head pointing straight ahead and the other pointing to the left means that You may only turn right. You may only turn left. You may either proceed straight ahead or turn left You may either proceed straight ahead or merge left.

7. When you see an elderly person crossing an intersection, you should Stop your vehicle and yield the right-of-way. Increase the speed of your vehicle and cross the intersection quickly. Blow your horn to stop the person Continue driving your vehicle.

8. If you experience slipping, skidding or hydroplaning while driving, you should: Slowly ease the gas pedal. Do not turn or stop quickly, turn slowly and only as needed. Gently pump disc brakes or use abs brakes as directed. All of the above.

9. 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.

10. To see vehicles in your blind spot, you should check: Over your shoulders. The inside rearview mirror. The outside rearview mirror.

11. If you are convicted of driving with an excessive blood alcohol concentration(bac), you may be sentenced to serve: Up to six months in jail. Up to twelve months in jail. No jail time but you must pay a fine of $500.

12. A police officer is signaling you to continue driving through a red light, what should you do? Do as the officer tells you. Wait for the green light. Stop first. then do what the officer tells you.

13. Which of the following must not be done if your vehicle is in an acceleration skid? Brake immediately. Steer straight ahead. Hold the steering wheel tightly Slowly ease your foot off the accelerator.

14. All of the following practices are dangerous to do while driving. which of these is also illegal? Adjusting your outside mirrors. Listening to music through headphones that cover both ears. Transporting an unrestrained animal inside the vehicle

15. When driving on a one-way street with 3 or more lanes of traffic, you must use The outside lanes for through travel and turning. The center lanes for through travel and turning. The outside lanes for through travel and the center lanes for turning The outside lanes for turning and the center lanes for through travel.

16. What should you do at an intersection with a flashing yellow signal light: Maintain your speed but watch for other vehicles. Slow down an cross carefully. Stop before crossing the intersection.

17. To help avoid skidding on slippery surfaces you should: Shift to a lower gear after starting down a steep hill. Speed up to enter curves and slow down to exit them. Slow down before entering curves and intersections.

18. California residents who operate vehicles in the state must have a california driver's license except for ____. An officer of the U.S. government who is operating a government vehicle for federal purposes. Drivers of emergency vehicles. Experienced drivers who have already proven themselves Minors under the age of 16.

19. To avoid sudden last-minute moves, how far ahead should you look when scanning the road for hazards? 4 to six seconds. Six to eight seconds. 10 to 15 seconds. 15 to 30 seconds.

20. 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.

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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.