DMV Sample Test California

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5 - DMV Practice Test

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40 Questions

Passing Marks - 80%

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What does this road sign mean?

Drivers on the sideroad at the intersection ahead don't have a clear view of traffic

You cannot make a U-turn here

Making left turn is not safe

You must turn right

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From January 1, 2024, what are law enforcement officers required to do before questioning?

Ask for your insurance details

Conduct a quick vehicle search

State the reason for the stop

Check your vehicle for safety

3 / 40

What does this road sign mean?

Right lane exits

Slower traffic must keep to the right

There is a slight curve or bend in the road ahead

You must exit if you remain in this lane

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What does a red curb signify?

Parking allowed for a limited time

Parking for emergency vehicles only

Parking reserved for disabled persons

No stopping, standing, or parking

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How should you position your wheels when parking uphill with a curb?

Turned towards the curb

Alternating between left and right

Straight ahead

Turned away from the curb

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What does this road sign mean?

None of the above

Shows the distances in kilometers to towns and cities on the road

Destination sign. Shows directions to nearby towns and cities

Pedestrian crossing ahead

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What is the recommended speed for backing up in a straight line?

A slow, steady speed

As fast as possible

Only in reverse gear

The same speed as moving forward

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What does this road sign mean?

Right lane must exit

Merging traffic ahead

Keep right of the traffic island

Keep to the right lane except when passing on two-lane sections where climbing or passing lanes are provided

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What does this road sign mean?

No idling for more than 1 minute

No smoking

No stopping for more than 1 minute

No Parking

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What does this road sign mean?

When yellow lights are flashing, maximum speed limit is 40km/hr

Watch for the pedestrians

You can ignore the flashing yellow lights

Children playing ahead

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What should you do at a green curb?

Load and unload freight only

Park for a limited time as indicated by signs or curb markings

Park only if you are driving a disabled person

Park for any length of time

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What does this road sign mean?

Construction zone ahead

Pedestrian crossing

Children playing ahead

School zone

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How much space should you maintain for safe stopping on a highway?

Three seconds of space between you and the vehicle in front

One second of space between you and the vehicle in front

Two seconds of space between you and the vehicle in front

No specific distance, as long as you can stop safely

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Where is it illegal to park?

Near a post office

Next to a blue curb without a disabled placard

In a space designated for zero-emission vehicles, unless driving one

In any public parking lot

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What does this road sign mean?

There is water on the road ahead

You can only go straight

Bump or uneven pavement on the road ahead

Steep hill ahead

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What should you avoid when exiting a highway?

Checking your mirrors

Using your turn signal

Crossing over any solid lines

Reducing your speed appropriately

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What does this road sign mean?

Aeroplan on the road

Air show starting ahead

Route to Airport

All of the above

18 / 40

What is the key safety measure to take after parallel parking your vehicle?

Turn off all lights

Leave the vehicle in neutral

Roll down the windows

Check for traffic before exiting the vehicle

19 / 40

Where should you stop your vehicle during a law enforcement stop?

In the center median

On the right shoulder of the road

In the nearest parking lot

Immediately in the lane you are in

20 / 40

What does this road sign mean?

Road branching off ahead

Hidden road ahead

You can ignore this sign

Divided highway begins

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What does this road sign mean?

School bus loading and unloading area

None of the above

Children playing be careful

School zone ahead

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What does this road sign mean?

Construction zone ahead do not pass

Do not run while crossing

No pedestrians allowed

No children allowed

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What are local authorities allowed to do regarding electric vehicle parking?

Reserve specific parking spaces for electric vehicle charging

Charge higher parking fees for electric vehicles

Allow unlimited parking time for electric vehicles

Ban electric vehicles from parking on public streets

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What is the first step in the parallel parking process?

Turning on your hazard lights

Stopping next to the curb

Aligning your car with the vehicle in front of the spot

Backing into the space

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What should you not do when being overtaken by another vehicle?

Maintain your lane and speed

Slow down abruptly

Move to another lane

Accelerate to match the overtaking vehicle

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What does this road sign mean?

Divided road/highway ends, keep to the right

Pavement is slippery

Divided road/highway begins

Narrow bridge ahead

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This is a

Permissive sign

None of the above

Do not enter sign

Prohibiting sign

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When should you not rely solely on an oncoming vehicle's turn signal when making a left turn?

When it is raining

When the oncoming vehicle's turn signal is on but it hasn't begun the turn

When the oncoming vehicle is a large truck

When the oncoming vehicle is speeding

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What does this road sign mean?

No right turns on red lights

Traffic lights are not working ahead instead camera is used

Red light camera at the intersection

It is safe to cross the redlights

30 / 40

When passing on a highway, what is the correct procedure?

Slow down before passing

Pass without signaling

Signal, check blind spots, move to the passing lane, speed up to pass, signal, and return to your lane

Use the shoulder to pass

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How close to the curb should your vehicle be when you finish parallel parking?

Exactly 24 inches

More than 24 inches

Within 18 inches

Within 12 inches

32 / 40

What does this road sign mean?

Do not turn left during the times shown

Do not make a U-turn during the times shows

You cannot turn left at the intersection

Do not turn left at any time except the times shown

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What does this road sign mean?

Snowmobile may use the road

Round-about ahead

Construction zone ahead

Snowmobile parking ahead

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What does this road sign mean?

There is a slight curve or bend in the road ahead

Take next right

Lane is closed

Steep hill ahead

35 / 40

What should you do when you have a green light but the pathway is blocked?

Wait until the path is clear before proceeding

Proceed with caution

Turn and find an alternate route

Honk to clear the path

36 / 40

Where should you not park your vehicle?

In a designated parking space

On a street without a 'No Parking' sign

In a parking lot during business hours

Within three feet of a sidewalk ramp for disabled persons

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How far ahead should a hill or curve be visible for safe passing?

At least a quarter of a mile

Half a mile

At least a third of a mile

One mile

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What does this road sign mean?

You cannot make a right turn

You don't have the right of way if you are going straight

Do not drive straight through the intersection

Going straight is allowed

39 / 40

What does this road sign mean?

Road ahead closed

You must exit if you remain in the right lane

Right lane is for buses only

It is not safe to drive in right lane

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How should you prepare to exit a highway safely?

Exit from any lane, regardless of signage

Signal and abruptly change lanes to reach the exit

Signal five seconds (approximately 400 feet) before you exit

Increase your speed to exit quickly

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