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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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When driving in fog, rain, or snow, use:
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Low beam headlights.
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Parking lights only.
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High beam headlights.
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2.
You want to park uphill on a two-way road and there is no curb. Which way do you turn your front wheels?
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Towards the side of the road.
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So they face straight ahead.
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Towards the center of the road.
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3.
To avoid last-minute moves, you should scan the road ____________ ahead of your vehicle so you can see hazards early.
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at least 10 seconds
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15 to 20 seconds
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3 to 10 seconds
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4.
When drivers come to this sign, they must:
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Be ready to stop at the stop sign.
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Brake sharply and come to a complete stop.
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Warn other drivers that a stop sign is ahead.
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5.
You are driving in the far right lane of a four-lane freeway and notice thick broken white lines on the left side of your lane. You are driving in:
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A special lane for slow moving vehicles.
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An exit lane.
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The carpool lane and must merge into the next lane.
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6.
When driving next to a dashed white line:
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Drivers may never pass the vehicle in front.
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Drivers should be careful of the vehicles on their left moving in the opposite direction.
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Drivers may pass the vehicle in front.
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7.
Three of the most important times to check traffic behind you are before:
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Backing up, increasing your speed or making a sharp turn.
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Making a sharp turn, crossing intersections, or following other vehicles.
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Backing up, changing lanes, or slowing down quickly.
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8.
To safely pass a bicyclist you should:
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The other answers are all correct.
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Leave a safe distance when passing, and maintain clearance until safely past the bicyclist.
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Honk at the bicyclist to let them know youre trying to pass.
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9.
Which of these statements about drugs and traffic is true?
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Any prescription drug is safe to use if you don’t feel drowsy.
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Only illegal drugs can impair your driving.
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Even over-the-counter drugs can impair your driving.
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