DMV Permit Test Online California

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9 - DMV Practice Test

Practice Test - 9

40 Questions

Passing Marks - 80%

1 / 40

What additional penalty is imposed on minors with driving violations during probation?

They are required to retake the driving test

Their license is suspended again

Mandatory community service

A fine

2 / 40

What may happen if a minor is involved in a collision or commits a traffic violation within the first year of obtaining their license?

Their license is automatically renewed

They receive a warning

They are required to pay a fine

Their driving privilege may be restricted or suspended

3 / 40

When is it appropriate to use high-beam headlights?

When other vehicles are approaching

All the time

In heavy traffic

In open country or dark city streets

4 / 40

Who is responsible for obtaining a subpoena to question a person who prepared a document used as evidence at a DMV hearing?

The DMV

The court

The police department

The minor or their representative

5 / 40

What should you do if you are driving at night and face bright headlights from an oncoming vehicle?

Keep your high beams on

Turn off your headlights

Look toward the right edge of your lane

Look directly into the oncoming headlights

6 / 40

What is required for a person to ride in the back of a pickup or truck?

They must be over 18 years old

Permission from the driver

Secure seating and safety belts

A helmet

7 / 40

Within how many days must a minor request a DMV hearing after receiving notification of a proposed action against their driving privilege?

20 days

5 days

15 days

10 days

8 / 40

Why should you avoid driving directly alongside other vehicles?

To prevent distractions

To listen to other vehicles

For better fuel efficiency

To maintain enough space for safe maneuvering

9 / 40

Does turning 18 years old automatically end existing driving restrictions or probation for a minor?

Only in certain cases

Restrictions are halved

Yes

No, it does not affect existing restrictions or probation

10 / 40

What happens if an unlicensed person is caught driving your vehicle?

No action is taken

The driver receives a warning

Your vehicle may be impounded for 30 days

The driver is fined

11 / 40

What are the consequences of reckless driving or engaging in a speed contest that causes injury?

A warning and a driving course

Imprisonment, a fine, or both

License suspension

Community service

12 / 40

What does the Green Zone around your vehicle represent?

The blind spots

The area next to your vehicle

The area ahead of your vehicle

The area behind your vehicle

13 / 40

When should you increase the space in front of your vehicle?

When driving at high speeds

Only in heavy traffic

In residential areas

When a tailgater is behind you

14 / 40

What can a minor present at a DMV administrative hearing?

Gifts to the officials

Only written apologies

Relevant evidence and witnesses

A parent or guardian's testimony only

15 / 40

Why is it important to be aware of your surroundings while driving?

To keep track of time

To find the best radio stations

To play music at the correct volume

To make informed decisions and respond to road hazards

16 / 40

What is the punishment for using a motor vehicle to flee or attempt to evade law enforcement?

License suspension

Community service

Up to one year in county jail

A fine only

17 / 40

What is the minimum prison sentence for manslaughter resulting from evading law enforcement?

3 years

2 years

5 years

4 years

18 / 40

What should you check before changing lanes?

The time

The radio station

Your blind spots

The weather conditions

19 / 40

What is the main risk of tailgating?

Enhanced vehicle performance

Increased fuel consumption

Improved navigation

Limited view of the road ahead and reduced reaction time

20 / 40

Where are a vehicle’s blind spots typically located?

Directly behind the rearview mirror

Directly in front of the vehicle

At the sides slightly behind the driver

On the roof of the vehicle

21 / 40

Who should refer to the California Commercial Driver Handbook when cited in a noncommercial vehicle?

First-time drivers

All drivers

Commercial drivers

Non-resident drivers

22 / 40

What is the consequence for a minor with three at-fault collisions or traffic violation convictions?

A warning is issued

Their license is revoked permanently

They must attend a driving school

Their driving privilege is suspended for six months

23 / 40

What is the point limit for a driver’s license to be suspended within 12 months?

5 points

2 points

4 points

3 points

24 / 40

What should you do to adjust to the darkness after leaving a brightly lit place?

Speed up

Drive slowly until your eyes adjust

Turn off your headlights

Keep your high beams on

25 / 40

How long do traffic convictions and collisions stay on your driver's record?

Indefinitely

24 months

36 months or longer, depending on the type of conviction

12 months

26 / 40

Why should you be cautious at intersections, even with a red light or stop sign?

To avoid getting a ticket

To watch for pedestrians

To check both ways for oncoming traffic

To adjust your mirrors

27 / 40

When should you use your rearview and side mirrors?

When changing lanes

When the vehicle is stationary

Only when parking

At the start of a journey

28 / 40

What is the potential imprisonment for causing serious bodily injury during a law enforcement pursuit?

A fine only

Up to three years in state prison

Up to seven years in state prison or one year in county jail

Probation

29 / 40

Is legal representation required at a DMV administrative hearing?

Yes, it is mandatory

Only if the court orders

Representation is provided by the DMV

No, but a minor can choose to be represented at their own expense

30 / 40

What type of headlights should you use when driving in the dark or rain?

Low-beam headlights

High-beam headlights

Parking lights

No headlights

31 / 40

When can you apply for a replacement driver's license after suspension or revocation?

Immediately after suspension

Only with a court order

After showing proof of financial responsibility

After a mandatory waiting period

32 / 40

What should you not throw from your vehicle?

Water bottles

Leaflets

Trash

Flaming or glowing substances

33 / 40

What is prohibited regarding license plates?

Attaching a frame

Cleaning them regularly

Customizing the numbers

Altering them in any way

34 / 40

How many at-fault collisions or traffic violation convictions lead to a 30-day driving restriction for a minor?

Three

Four

One

Two

35 / 40

What option might be offered for a one-point traffic violation?

A reduced fine

Immediate license suspension

No penalties

Attending traffic violator school to avoid reporting to insurance

36 / 40

What is the purpose of the three-second rule in driving?

To calculate fuel efficiency

To measure the speed of your vehicle

To ensure a safe following distance

To time traffic light changes

37 / 40

What is the DMV's action if a minor is convicted of using alcohol or controlled substances?

No action is taken

Mandatory driving classes

Suspension of driving privilege for one year or delayed license eligibility

A fine is imposed

38 / 40

What should you not do during a funeral procession?

Play loud music

Interfere with the procession

Turn on your headlights

Follow at a safe distance

39 / 40

What causes slippery surface skids?

Hot weather

Smooth pavement

Ice and packed snow on the road

Dry roads

40 / 40

Where are you allowed to affix objects on the front windshield?

A 5-inch square on the lower corner of the driver’s side window

Anywhere on the windshield

Directly in the driver's line of sight

On the top edge of the windshield

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