California Permit Practice Test (2023)

1. Arrows on the roadway:

2. Drivers often fail to see a motorcycle headed toward them. Why?

It is difficult to judge a motorcycle's speed.
Motorcycles are hard to see.
All of the above.

3. You reach an intersection with stop signs on all four corners at the same time as the driver on your left. Who has the right-of way?

You.
The driver on your left.
Whoever is signaling to make a turn.

4. What should you do if one of your tires blows out?

Hold the steering wheel tight and brake immediately to avoid the risk of skidding.
Leave the road immediately.
Hold the steering wheel tight and slowly take your foot off the gas pedal.

5. At intersections, crosswalks, and railroad crossings, drivers should always:

stop, listen for oncoming traffic, and proceed with caution.
concentrate on oncoming traffic.
look to the sides of their vehicle.

6. Based on the DMV handbook, you should never park your vehicle within __ feet of a fire hydrant.

7. Service signs are ____ with ____ letters and symbols.

8. ___________ are green with white letters and symbols.

Regulatory signs
Warning signs
Destination signs (guide signs)

9. When approaching any intersection or driveway, drivers should:

pass other vehicles and then stop.
look both ways and be ready to stop.
drive at the fastest speed just before entering the intersection.

10. It is illegal for a person 21 years of age or older to drive with a BAC of _______ or higher.

CALIFORNIA DMV PRACTICE TEST