California DMV Permit Practice Test Questions and Answers Already Graded A

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California DMV Permit Practice Test Questions and Answers Already Graded A It is illegal for a person 21 years of age or older to drive with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) that is _____ or hi ... gher. Correct Answer-0.08% - Eight hundredths of one percent You must notify DMV within 5 days if you: Correct Answer-Sell or transfer your vehicle When is it legal to use a cell phone without a hands-free device while driving? Correct Answer-When making a call for emergency assistance Which of the following increases your chances of having a collision? Correct Answer-Continually changing lanes to pass other vehicles At dawn or dusk, or in rain or snow, it can be hard to see and be seen. As good way to let other drivers know you are there is to turn: Correct Answer-On your headlights When changing lanes on a freeway, you should: Correct Answer-Signal for at least five secondsWhich statement is true about motorcyclists and motorists? Correct Answer-Motorcyclists have the same rights/responsibilities as other motorists Pedestrians crossing at corners have the right-of-way: Correct Answer-Weather or not a cross walk is marked Which if these vehicles must stop before crossing railroad tracks? Correct Answer-Tank Trucks marked with hazardous materials placards A police officer is signaling you to continue driving through a red traffic light. What should you do? Correct Answer-Do as the officer tells you Smoking inside a vehicle when a person younger than 18 years of age is present is: Correct AnswerIllegal at all times You must use your seat belt: Correct Answer-And failure to do so will result in a traffic ticket Which of the following will help you to avoid being hit from behind? Correct Answer-Decreasing your following distance You are driving on a one-way street. You may turn left onto another one-way street : Correct Answer-If traffic on the street is moving to the leftThis white sign means: Correct Answer-Stay in the right lane if you are driving slower than other traffic Highways are typically most slippery: Correct Answer-When it first starts to rain after a dry spell When planning to pass another vehicle you should: Correct Answer-Not count on other drivers making room for you Large trucks turning right onto a street with two lanes in each direction: Correct Answer-Often have to use part of the left lane to complete the turn When making a right turn from a highway with two lanes in your direction you may turn from: Correct Answer-The lane nearest the curb or edge of the roadway What is the difference between traffic lights with red arrows and those with solid red lights? Correct Answer-You cannot turn on a red arrow, even if you stop first You should use your horn when: Correct Answer-It may help prevent a collision You want to turn left ahead. In the middle of the road there is a lane marked as shown. You must: Correct Answer-Merge completely into this lane before you make your left turnYou should allow more space in front of your vehicle when following large trucks because: Correct Answer-You need the extra room to see around the truck Which of these statements about drugs and driving is true? Correct Answer-Even over-the-counter drugs can impair your driving This yellow sign means: Correct Answer-Merging traffic ahead At intersections, crosswalks, and railroad crossings, you should always: Correct Answer-Look to the sides of your vehicle If you have trouble seeing other vehicles because of dust or smoke blowing across the roadway, you should drive slower and turn on you: Correct Answer-Headlights You may cross double yellow lines to pass another vehicle if the: Correct Answer-Yellow line next to your side of the road is broken Which of these statements is true about road work zones? Correct Answer-You must "Slow for the Cone Zone"Animals may be transported in the back of a pickup truck only if: Correct Answer-They are are properly secured You should not start across an intersection if you know you will block the intersection when the light turns red: Correct Answer-Under any circumstances You want to pass a bicyclist riding on the right edge of your lane. You: Correct Answer-Must not squeeze past the bicyclist If you drive slower than the flow of traffic, you will most likely: Correct Answer-Interfere with traffic and receive a ticket You must file a Report to Traffic Accident Occurring in California (SR 1) with DMV within 10 days if you: Correct Answer-Are in a collision that causes $750 in damage You want to make a right turn at the corner. A pedestrian with a guide dog is at the corner ready to cross the street in front of you. Before making your right turn, you should: Correct Answer-Wait until the person crosses the street You are driving on a city street and see an emergency vehicle with flashing lights behind you. What should you do? Correct Answer-Drive to the right edge of the road and stopThis hand signal indicates that: (hand pointing upwards) Correct Answer-the driver is making a right turn When there is water on the roadway you must reduce your speed to avoid: Correct Answerhydroplaning Whenever you want to change lanes you must check for traffic: Correct Answer-behind your vehicle and to the sides If an emergency vehicle is moving in your lane displaying red flashing lights or using a siren you are required to: Correct Answer-pull over to the curb and stop If you approach an intersection at which the traffic lights are not working you must first __________ before entering the intersection and yield the right-of-way. Correct Answer-come to a complete stop Things that can distract your attention away from the road include: Correct Answer-text messaging and talking on the phone _________ are designed to allow vehicles to slow down and leave the expressways. Correct Answer-Exit ramps When you find both a solid and a dashed yellow line between opposing lanes of traffic you must not pass: Correct Answer-if the solid yellow line is on your sideA broken yellow line alongside a solid yellow line indicates that: Correct Answer-passing is permitted on the side of the broken line but not on the side of the solid line Which of the following should be done before entering the curve in order to avoid a skid while driving? Correct Answer-Reduce the speed by applying brakes If a driver behind you repeatedly flashes his/her headlights you should: Correct Answer-get out of the way When passing a truck or a commercial motor vehicle the passing car driver must watch for: Correct Answer-the side, rear and front no-zones When two vehicles meet on a steep mountain road where neither can pass which vehicle has the rightof-way? Correct Answer-The vehicle traveling uphill If you double your speed on a highway Correct Answer-your braking distance increases by four times When driving on gravel or dirt you must slow down because: Correct Answer-you do not have much traction When following a large vehicle at night always: Correct Answer-dim your high-beam headlightsThis triangular sign represents: (Red Triangle) Correct Answer-a slow-moving vehicle If you are on a single or two-lane road and come to an intersection with a divided highway or a roadway with three or more lanes Correct Answer-you must yield the right-of-way to other traffic When stopped behind another vehicle on a hill you should stay back at least: Correct Answer-one vehicle length You must not pass another vehicle if you see: Correct Answer-an approaching hill or a curve where there is no clear visibility a school bus ahead with red flashing lights and an extended stop arm When turning corners drivers must turn the steering wheel using: Correct Answer-the hand-over-hand technique When traveling on a one-way street you must use: Correct Answer-the outside lanes for turning and the center lanes for through-travel You should ______ when you are preparing to turn left at an intersection and see an oncoming vehicle. Correct Answer-yield the right-of-way to the oncoming vehicleIf you are driving at a slower speed than other traffic on a highway or freeway stay in the lane: Correct Answer-nearest to the right side of the road Yellow pavement markings on the road indicate: Correct Answer-the left edge of a roadway Which of the following must NOT be done if your vehicle's tire blows out? Correct Answer-Brake immediately If it feels like your tires have lost traction with the surface of the road you should: Correct Answer-ease your foot off the gas pedal keep the steering wheel straight not stop until your tires are gripping the road again This green traffic signal indicates that: Correct Answer-the drivers on the way are allowed through the intersection If a blind pedestrian is waiting at a crosswalk with a white cane or a guide dog you must: Correct Answer-stop your vehicle within 5 feet of the crosswalk Do not _______ at crash scenes or at locations along the highway where a law enforcement officer may have a vehicle pulled off the road. Correct Answer-rubberneckA driver must _______ for a school bus that is stopped with its red lights flashing on the opposite side of the road. Correct Answer-come to a complete stop If you see a stray animal in your path you should: Correct Answer-slow down or stop if it is safe When making a right turn look right and left yield right-of-way and turn the steering wheel using: Correct Answer-a hand-over-hand technique Talking on a cell phone while driving increases your chances of being in a crash by: Correct Answer-as much as four times On a road with three or more lanes traveling in the same direction the left-most lane is intended to be used: Correct Answer-to pass slower vehicles At the end of most entry ramps on a freeway you will find _________ that allows you to increase your speed. Correct Answer-an acceleration lane Making U-turns is not legal in which of the following areas? Correct Answer-Near a crest of a hill or in a curve On a divided highway At rail crossings The driver of the car being passed must _________ until the pass is complete. Correct Answer-not increase speedDisabled persons who display their placard can park at a __________ painted curb. Correct Answer-blue A driver who is a minor receives a phone call on his/her cell phone. He/she should: Correct Answer-not answer the call A traffic signal with a flashing yellow arrow means: Correct Answer-Proceed with caution You must use your headlights __________ after sunset. Correct Answer-30 minutes A child under the age of 6 years __________ when all the rear seats are already occupied by children under the age of 12 years. Correct Answer-may ride in the front seat of a vehicle with a seat belt The broken yellow lines on the pavement mean: Correct Answer-Passing is allowed if done safely The first step a driver should do during an enforcement stop is: Correct Answer-turn on the right turn signal If you are in an intersection and hear the siren of an emergency vehicle you should: Correct Answercontinue through the intersection, then drive to the right and stopIf you litter on the roadside you are subjected to a fine of: Correct Answer-$1000 When you want to enter a freeway you should: Correct Answer-enter the freeway at or near the speed of the freeway traffic A __________ sign on a truck means that the load on the truck is potentiall [Show More]

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