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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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Drivers must yield to pedestrians:
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If a pedestrian steps into traffic without looking both ways.
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If the pedestrian signals to the driver that the driver must stop.
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If the pedestrian is waiting for a ‘Walk’ signal.
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Cargo extending more than four feet from your rear bumper:
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Does not legally have to be marked, but it is a good idea.
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Must be marked with a red flag or lights.
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Is illegal under all circumstances.
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When driving in the rain, fog, or smoke in the daytime, what lights should drivers use?
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Low beam lights.
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High beam lights.
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None of the other answers are correct.
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When driving on a multi-lane street with two-way traffic:
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You should drive ahead of or behind the other vehicles.
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You should drive alongside the other vehicles so the drivers can see you.
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It is safest to drive in the lane next to the center line.
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To turn left from a multilane one-way street onto a one-way street, you should start your turn from:
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The lane in the center of the road.
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Any lane, as long as it is safe.
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The lane closest to the left curb.
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6.
What does the flashing signal in the picture indicate?
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Pedestrians should finish crossing the street if started.
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The same thing as a stop sign.
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Pedestrians should start crossing the street.
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7.
Which of these statements is true about large trucks:
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They all have air brakes which allow them to stop quickly.
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They are more maneuverable than passenger vehicles.
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They take longer to stop than passenger vehicles.
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8.
You may drive off of the paved roadway to pass another vehicle:
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If the shoulder is wide enough to accommodate your vehicle.
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Under no circumstances.
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If the vehicle ahead of you is turning left.
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When driving through a construction zone, drivers should:
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Come to a complete stop and watch for a flagger.
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Decrease their following distance.
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Proceed carefully.
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