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California residents who drive on public roads and highways must have a California driver license. When you apply for a California license, you must present acceptable document(s) establishing your identity, residency, birthdate, and provide your social security number, if eligible. Examinations include a vision test, a knowledge test, and a driving test, if required. The CA DMV written test covers information found in the California Driver Handbook, including road rules, safe driving practices, and signs questions. The DMV knowledge test consists of 36 questions and you'll need 30 correct answers to pass (80%). Practice with this sample test to get ready for the official CA DMV practice permit test.
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Before turning left at an intersection, it is important to:
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Signal your intentions to others well in advance.
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Check traffic signs to see if you are allowed to.
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All of the above.
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You may make a left turn on a red light only from a:
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One-way street onto a two-way street.
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One-way street onto a one-way street.
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Two-way street onto a one-way street.
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To make a right turn onto a two-way street from a two-way street, start in the right-hand lane and end in:
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The lane closest to the curb.
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Any lane that is available.
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The left lane.
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U-turns in residential districts are legal:
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Under no circumstance.
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When you are at least 200 feet from an intersection.
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When there are no other vehicles within 200 feet.
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A vehicle is stopped on the right shoulder of the road ahead with its hazard lights on. You should:
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Drive onto the right shoulder to see what has happened.
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Slow down and pass very carefully.
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Increase your speed and change lanes to the left.
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6.
This road sign means:
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Do not enter.
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No left turn.
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Lane ends.
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7.
This road sign means:
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Detour ahead.
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The road ahead is closed to traffic.
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No right turn.
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Which of the following is NOT true? When driving near pedestrians:
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Always stop for any pedestrian crossing at corners.
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If a pedestrian makes eye contact with you, they are inviting you to cross the intersection.
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Do not drive on a sidewalk.
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When getting ready to make a right turn, drivers should:
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Come to a complete stop, even if there is no traffic.
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Signal and turn immediately.
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Slow down or stop, if necessary, and then make the turn.
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