California DMV Driver’s License Renewal Practice Exam

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• What minimum distance must you maintain behind an emergency vehicle such as a fire engine, police car, or ambulance?
• A solid yellow line next to a broken yellow line means that vehicles:
• End of Lane Markings indicate what?
• Never make a U-turn in which location?
• If you are following a vehicle at night, you should dim to low beams within how many feet?
• What is the speed limit in alleys?
• When choosing a lane, which lane should you use to pass or turn left?
• Where may you not park your vehicle?
• When merging onto the freeway, you should be driving:
• You may legally block an intersection:
• You may cross a double yellow line to pass if your side is broken.
• You should signal for a left turn during the last 100 feet before the turn.
• Which statement about nighttime headlight use is correct?
• When exiting a highway, how long should you signal your intention?
• A right turn onto a road with a dedicated lane:
• Why should you stay farther behind a large truck than a passenger vehicle?
• What do Shark's Teeth yield lines indicate?
• Which distance correctly states when you must dim your headlights when meeting a vehicle coming toward you?
• What does a diamond-shaped sign on a vehicle indicate?
• When crossing or entering traffic on a highway, what space is needed?
• When a vehicle turns, which wheels follow a shorter path?
• To park at blue curbs, what is required?
• Which lane should you use to enter or exit traffic?
• Dim your headlights within how many feet of a vehicle you are following?
• May you drive off the paved roadway to pass another vehicle?
• You might change lanes when:
• When can you drive in a bike lane?
• If you are following a motorcycle, what minimum following distance is recommended to help avoid a collision if the rider brakes suddenly?
• Under a Class C license, a passenger vehicle may tow more than one trailer if the towed loads are small and within legal limits:
• Which action is allowed at a yellow curb?
• When parking uphill on a two-way street with no curb, the front wheels should be turned toward the right (away from the street).
• When parking your vehicle parallel to the curb on a level street, your wheels must be within how many inches of the curb?
• To turn left from a multilane one-way street onto a one-way street, you should start your turn from:
• Headlights must be used when a regulatory white road sign states that headlights must be on:
• What are sharrows?
• When driving in fog, you should use your:
• Do not pass: which statement is true?
• What does a flashing red light mean?
• A white painted curb means:
• A school bus ahead of you in your lane is stopped with red lights flashing. You should:
• If you must place emergency triangles, how far behind your vehicle should they be placed?
• With a Class C driver's license, you may drive a:
• On a freeway, a vehicle stopped, parked, or left standing for more than how many hours may be removed?
• SR1 filing is triggered by which condition?
• When approaching a road construction site with a signal person, you should:
• You just sold your vehicle. You must notify the DMV within ___ days.
• Which condition makes roadways most slippery?
• When approaching railroad crossings, you should behave by:
• When you are within 100 feet of a railroad crossing and you cannot see the tracks for 400 feet in both directions, the speed limit is:
• When entering a highway, which action is most appropriate?
• What is the first action you should take if your vehicle must stop on a roadway due to trouble?
• Which of the following is true about penalties for dumping animals on a highway?
• What is the passing lane (aka fast lane)?
• What is the safest precaution regarding cellular phones while driving?
• There is no crosswalk and you see a pedestrian crossing your lane ahead. You should:
• Which statement about when to dim your headlights at night is correct?
• To avoid last-minute moves, you should be looking ahead about 10 to 15 seconds. Which option expresses the same idea?
• When parking uphill on a two-way street with no curb, your front wheels should be:
• A hand signal should be used when:
• When approaching a railroad crossing with no warning devices and limited visibility, the safe speed is:
• At intersections, crosswalks, and railroad crossings, you should always:
• Unless otherwise posted, what is the maximum speed limit on a two-lane undivided highway and for vehicles towing trailers?
• A single solid yellow line on a two-lane road marks what?
• You have been involved in a minor traffic collision with a parked vehicle and you can't find the owner. You must:
• California's Basic Speed Law says:
• The safest precaution regarding cellular phones and driving is:
• On a divided highway with four or more lanes in one direction, in which lane may large trucks be driven besides the right traffic lane?
• Approximately how many feet does a large vehicle traveling at 55 mph require to stop?
• If you are driving and a large truck ahead is turning right, you should:
• What is the final alignment when parked parallel?
• Dumping animals on a highway carries penalties including a fine up to $1000 and up to how many months in jail?
• In a residential district, when is a U-turn permitted?
• At a red curb, what is allowed?
• To avoid last minute moves, you should be looking down the road to where your vehicle will be in about ______________.
• Where is it illegal to park?
• Is it important to avoid underestimating the size and speed of an approaching large vehicle or tractor-trailer?
• When merging onto the freeway, you should be driving:
• You are getting ready to make a right turn. You should:
• With a Class C drivers license a person may drive:
• Two sets of solid, double yellow lines that are two or more feet apart indicate which of the following?
• Use your headlights:
• Parking within how many feet of a fire hydrant is prohibited?
• On a divided highway with four or more lanes, in which lane may trucks also drive?
• Transition from a solid to dashed line in a bicycle lane near intersections indicates what?
• Which statement describes an HOV lane?
• On a very windy day with a dust storm reducing visibility, what should you do while driving?
• If it is safe to signal an emergency, what should you do?
• When should you use a turnout area on a two-lane road?
• On a one-way street, you may turn left onto another one-way street only if:
• Which distance is correct for dimming when following another vehicle at night?
• Do large trucks require more stopping distance than passenger cars at the same speed?
• Use your horn to:
• What is the maximum passing speed when a bus, streetcar, or trolley is stopped, and it is safe to pass?
• A bike lane may be used for turning right within 200 feet of the cross street. The statement is:
• With a Class C driver's license, you may tow:
• When planning to pass another vehicle, which is the best practice?
• It is illegal to park your vehicle:
• What is the speed limit when you drive within 500 to 1000 feet of a school while children are outside or crossing the street?
• What is the Speed Limit for Business/Residential Districts?
• If your vehicle must stop on the roadway and you are not moving, which safety device should you activate first?
• You want to make a right turn at an upcoming intersection. You should:
• Misuse of a disabled parking placard can lead to which penalties?
• Is it legal to share a lane with a motorcycle?
• How close should you be to the curb when parallel parked?
• Under windy conditions with reduced visibility from dust, the safest action is to:
• Which statement about penalties for dumping animals on a highway is correct?
• What is the typical maximum speed for farm tractors, animal-drawn carts, and road maintenance vehicles?
• On a freeway posted for 65 mph, with most other vehicles driving 70 mph or faster, you may legally drive:
• Is it legal to pass a motorcycle in the same lane as you?
• Which area commonly has a 25 mph speed limit?
• You see a signal person at a road construction site ahead. You should obey his or her instructions:
• Under what conditions may bicyclists ride on certain sections of freeways?
• When you are following a large truck on the freeway, you should drive:
• In which situations must you drive in the far-right lane or a lane marked for slower vehicles?
• A large truck ahead turning right onto a street with two lanes in each direction may have to swing wide to complete the right turn. What should drivers expect?
• Which passing practice is recommended when driving around large vehicles and trucks?
• Roadways are the most slippery:
• At night, which equipment must a bicyclist have to be visible?
• Before changing lanes when exiting a highway, what should you do?
• When passing a large vehicle, which approach is most advisable?
• Which option best describes the rule for dimming headlights at night?
• A 2-axle vehicle with GVWR of 26,000 lbs or less is an example of a vehicle you may drive with a Class C license:
• You must not smoke when a minor is in the vehicle. You can be fined up to how much?
• What should you do at a flashing yellow light?
• To drive green, you should:
• Which of the following is prohibited when parking near accessibility features?
• Unless otherwise posted the speed limit in a residential area is ____.
• What is the maximum speed you may pass a stopped bus on a two-lane road?
• Which statement best describes the far-right lane rule?
• Should you always drive slower than other traffic?
• Which driving habit helps drive green?
• What is the speed limit at a blind intersection?
• You must obey instructions from school crossing guards:
• If you must answer a phone call while driving, which option best reduces distraction?
• Two sets of solid double yellow lines spaced 2+ feet apart are considered a barrier. When may you drive over this barrier?
• Which statement about blind spots is true?
• Before you turn, you should check for motorcyclists and gauge their speed.
• What is the maximum speed at which you may pass a stopped bus or streetcar at a safety zone or intersection controlled by a traffic signal or officer?
• What is the maximum jail term for dumping animals on a highway?
• You may cross a double yellow line to pass another vehicle if:
• What is the speed limit at a blind intersection?
• The Basic Speed Law describes speed as:
• Broken Yellow Line meaning?
• Which practice is illegal while driving?
• Dim your high-beam headlights to low beams within how many feet of an approaching vehicle?
• Which of the following is a recommended way for motorcyclists to be more visible to other drivers?
• Before opening your car door next to traffic, what should you do?
• Which of the following is a correct action when preparing to make a right turn?
• You see a flashing yellow traffic signal at an upcoming intersection. The flashing yellow light means:
• In California, wearing headphones that cover both ears while driving is:
• What should you do when you are near a school?
• With a Class C license you may tow a vehicle weighing:
• How long may you use a center left turn lane?
• On highways with multiple lanes in one direction, which lane should trucks primarily occupy?
• Turnout Areas or Lanes are used to...
• A Single Solid White Line on the road marks what?
• When crossing devices are active or a person warns you a train is coming, stop between how many feet from the nearest track?
• What is a buffered bike lane?
• A motor vehicle weighing under 4000 lbs (unladen) may not tow any vehicle weighing 6000 lbs or more gross under:
• If you are involved in a traffic collision, you are required to complete and submit a written report (SR1) to the DMV: If there is property damage in excess of $1,000 or if there are any injuries.
• Which statement about bicycle lanes is true?
• What minimum distance should you give bicyclists when passing them?
• When must you notify the DMV?
• A vehicle designed to carry 10 to 15 people (including the driver) is described as:
• Hand-Over-Hand Steering is used:
• What is the maximum speed you may pass a stopped bus on a multi-lane road, when it is safe to pass?
• What angle should you back into a space when parallel parking?
• Which vehicle must always stop before crossing railroad tracks?
• When you call for emergency roadside assistance, what should you do while waiting for help?
• The 3-second rule is used to measure what?
• Which statement best describes defensive driving?
• When you tailgate other drivers (drive close to their rear bumper):
• What is the purpose of safety zones in traffic?
• If you see a collision/hazard ahead, warn drivers behind you using one of these methods:
• Before turning right, you should:
• Double Solid White Lines indicate what?
• If you drive faster than other vehicles on a road with one lane in each direction and continually pass, you will:
• You drive defensively when you:
• What is the speed limit in an alley?
• What action is described as cutting the corner when turning left?
• What should you do when stopping at a white colored curb?
• Which statement correctly describes when you should dim your headlights at night?
• Which location is a prohibited place for passing?
• You should signal:
• Which statement best describes the Basic Speed Law?
• Which statement about bicycle boulevards is true?
• Center Left Turn Lane is located where?
• You are about to make a left turn. You must signal continuously during the last ____ feet before the turn.
• Under which conditions may you overtake and pass a light-rail vehicle or streetcar on the left side?
• Which maintenance actions help drive green?
• On mountain roads, which vehicle has the right-of-way when two vehicles meet on a hill?
• When a motorcyclist is lane-sharing you should?
• You are approaching a railroad crossing with no warning devices and you cannot see 400 feet down the tracks in one direction. The speed limit is:
• If there is no crosswalk and you see a pedestrian crossing your lane ahead, you should:
• You just sold your vehicle. You must notify the DMV within ___ days.
• When turning left from a multilane one-way street onto a one-way street, you should start your turn from:
• What is the minimum fine for traffic violations in a work zone?
• Left turn on red permitted only from a 1-way street onto a 1-way street.
• When road surfaces are slippery when wet, you should:
• If you have a green light, but traffic is blocking the intersection, you should:
• Before changing lanes, which action should you take first?
• On a freeway posted for 65 MPH, with traffic traveling at 70 MPH, you may legally drive:
• What is the minimum space length required to parallel park?
• When a green light is present but the intersection is blocked by other vehicles, you should stay out of the intersection.
• One-Hand Steering is used for:
• If there is a solid yellow line on your side and there is only one lane of traffic in your direction, you should...
• If you see an oncoming vehicle at night, you should dim to low beams within how many feet?
• Always stop before you cross railroad tracks when: