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DMV Driver License
Knowledge Test and Answers
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| When is it legal to drive off the road to pass another vehicle? | It is not legal under any condition. |
| When a railroad crossing is not controlled, what is the speed limit when you are within 100 feet and cannot see for 400 feet in both directions? | 15 mph. |
| Which of the following is the proper procedure for parallel parking? | Stop next to the vehicle in front of the open space and then back into the space. |
| What speed should you be driving when entering onto a highway? | At or near the speed of traffic. |
| How many feet away should you switch from high beam to low beam headlights when approaching a vehicle coming towards you? | 500 feet |
| Who can legally park next to curb painted blue? | A person who is disabled and has a special placard or vehicle license plate for disabled persons. |
| What should you do when there is a school bus ahead that starts flashing yellow warning lights? | Slow down and prepare to stop. |
| Which of the following is a requirement of California's Basic Speed Law? | Never drive faster than is safe for current conditions. |
| You must notify the DMV within 5 days, if you | Sell or transfer ownership of your vehicle. |
| Which of the following is an example of a safe driving practice? | Always keep your eyes moving to scan the surroundings. |
| What should you do when reaching an intersection where a person operating a motorized wheelchair has entered the crosswalk? | Remain stopped behind the crosswalk until the motorized wheelchair has safely finished crossing. |
| Which of the following is true about large trucks? | They have large blind spots which makes it difficult for the truck driver to see other vehicles. |
| What is one of the most common causes of traffic collisions? | Driver distractions. |
| Any driver who willfully flees or attempts to evade law enforcement during which a person is seriously injured is subject to | Imprisonment in a state prison for up to seven years. |
| What should a driver do who is stopped at an intersection and wants to make a left turn? | Give the right-of-way to any approaching vehicle that is close enough to be dangerous. |
| In addition to setting your parking brake what should you do when parking on a hill? | Make sure your vehicle is in the "park" position or in gear. |
| You are under 18 years of age and have had your license for eight months. You may drive | Between 5 a.m. and 11 p.m. |
| Where should you begin a left turn from a one-way street onto a one-way street? | The far-left lane. |
| You are required to notify DMV by filing a Report of Traffic Occurring in California (SR-1) form if: | You were involved in a collision with more than $1,000 in damages. |
| At what point during a rainfall are slippery on a hot day? | For the first several minutes |
| What color curb does not allow vehicles to atop or park? | Red |
| You are required to notify DMV by filing a Report of Traffic Occurring in California (SR-1) form if: | You were involved in a collision with an injury. |
| What is indicated by two sets of double yellow lines spaced 2 feet or more apart? | Barrier |
| What should you do to make a right turn at an upcoming intersection? | Merge into the bicycle lane before making the turn. |
| A highway has a posted speed limit of 65 mph. What does this mean? | You must always drive 65 mph only if driving conditions are ideal. |
| When is parking in a crosshatched (diagonal lines) area allowed? | It is never allowed to park in a crosshatched (diagonal lines) area. |
| What should you do if your cell phone rings and you do not have a hands-free device? | Do not answer the phone and let it go to voice mail. |
| If a traffic signal is green, but traffic is blocking the intersection, what should you do? | Wait and do not enter the intersection until your vehicle can get completely across. |
| In which lane should you end your turn when making a right turn? | The lane closest to the right edge of the road. |
| When is it required for you to obey directions from a crossing guard? | At all times. |
| Which of the following is true about large trucks? | They have large blind spots which makes it difficult for the truck driver to see other vehicles. |
| Which if the following is illegal while driving? | Wearing a headset or ear plugs that covers both ears. |
| What should you do when traffic is slow and heavy and you must cross railroad tracks before reaching the upcoming intersection? | Wait until you can completely cross the tracks before proceeding. |
| Which of the following should you do if you are being followed by a tailgater? | Change lanes and allow the tailgater to pass. |
| When you are driving the speed limit, you can be given a speeding ticket | If road or weather conditions require a slower speed. |
| Which lights should be used if a driver is having trouble seeing other vehicles because of dust or smoke blowing across the roadway? | Headlights. |
| Wha should you do to make a right turn at an upcoming intersection? | Merge into the bicycle lane before making the turn. |
| What does a flashing yellow light signal light direct a driver to do? | Slow down a proceed with caution. |
| What should you do if a pedestrian is still in the crosswalk after the "DON'T WALK" sign begins to flash and your light has turned green? | Wait until the pedestrian has crossed the street completely before proceeding. |
| When is it legal for a person to drive with an alcoholic beverage container that has been opened? | If the container is in the trunk of the vehicle. |