CA State Permit Practice Tests Permit Test 1 Select Test Permit 1 Permit 2 Permit 3 Permit 4 Permit 5 Answered: 0 / 46 Score: 0 / 46 « Prev Next » Calculate Score Reset Test Results Summary 0 / 46 Final Score 0 Correct 0 Incorrect 0 Unanswered Review Questions Below Retake Test 1. You may legally park your car: At the corner in an intersection Across a sidewalk if you are partially in a driveway In a bicycle lane if there is no sign forbidding it 2. You should adjust your rearview and side mirrors: Before you get into the car Before you start driving Only when driving on a level surface 3. The speed limit for a school zone where children are present is____ unless otherwise posted 15mph 25mph 20mph 4. The California Driver Handbook recommends several tips to help you keep alert on long drives. One of the best tips is: Pull off the road and rest Turn on your air conditioner Alternately drive close to the left and right sides of your lane 5. You are on a two-way road and the vehicle ahead of you is turning left into a driveway. You may legally pass the vehicle on the right: If there is enough road between the curb and the vehicle to do so Even if you must drive on the shoulder to do so Even if you must cross a solid white line painted on the road 6. You are driving in the far right lane of a four-lane freeway and notice thick white broken white lines on the left side of your lane. You are driving in: The carpool lane and must merge into the next lane A special lane for slow moving vehicles An exit lane 7. You were parked and have been waiting a long time with your turn signal on to re-enter traffic. However, traffic is heavy. You should: Continue waiting and yielding to traffic in the lane Slowly inch your vehicle into the traffic lane Drive on the shoulder until a gap in traffic appears 8. The driver ahead of you stops at a crosswalk. What should you do? Pass the vehicle once any pedestrian has crossed your lane Stop, then proceed when all pedestrians have crossed Change lanes, look carefully, and pass the stopped vehicle 9. If you have a green light, but traffic is blocking the intersection: Stay out of the intersection until traffic clears Enter the intersection and wait until traffic clears Merge into another lane and try to go around the traffic 10. You are driving in the far right lane of a multilane freeway. A line of five cars is merging into your lane ahead from an onramp. You: Must maintain your speed and position Must slow down to let the other vehicles merge Should make room for the merging vehicles, if possible 11. To pass a bicyclist in a narrow traffic lane when a car is approaching: Drive into the oncoming lane to pass the bicyclist Slow down and let the car pass, then pass the bicyclist Speed up to pass the bicyclist before the car comes 12. You want to go into a store to make a quick purchase. You should: Lock your door if you leave the car running Stop the engine and set the parking brake Stop the engine, but set the parking brake only if on a slope 13. You are getting ready to make a right turn. You should: Always stop before making a right turn Signal during the last 100 feet before you turn Slow down and signal as you start your turn 14. When you change lanes or merge with another lane, you: Have the right-of-way Should first stop and check for cross traffic Need at least a 4-second gap in traffic 15. Your wheels should be pointed straight ahead, unless you are: Waiting to make a left turn at a traffic light Parked on a hill or sloping driveway Parked on the side of a level roadway and there is no curb 16. You should stop before crossing railroad tracks: Whenever a crossing is not controlled by gates Any time a train may be approaching, even if you cannot see it If your vehicle has three or more axles 17. To turn left from a one-way street onto a one-way street, start from: The lane closest to the left curb The center lane Any lane as long as it seems safe to do so 18. During the first 12 months after you are licensed, you must be accompanied by your parent or guardian if you: Transport minors between 11 PM and 5:00 AM Drive between the hours of 5 AM and 11 PM Transport adults between the hours of 5 AM and midnight 19. Two vehicles are approaching an uncontrolled "T" intersection. One vehicle is on the through road and the other is on the road that ends. Who has the right-of-way at the intersection? The vehicle on the through road The vehicle on the right The vehicle that arrives first 20. There are five vehicles following close behind you on a road with one lane in your direction. When you see this sign, you should: Drive to the right edge of your lane but keep moving Slow down and signal the other drivers to pass you Drive to the side of the road and stop in the designated area 21. You should use your horn: If a driver does not immediately begin driving at a green light To tell another driver he or she has made a mistake To alert a driver who may try to turn in front of you 22. If there is a deep puddle in the road ahead, you should: Maintain the posted speed to make it through the water Steer your vehicle around the water, if possible Shift into neutral as you drive through the water 23. Instructions from school crossing guards must be obeyed: At all times During school hours only Only when children are present in front of a school 24. This sign means you should: Stop and check traffic both ways before proceeding Give the right-of-way to traffic on the road you are entering or crossing Keep a steady speed and check traffic both ways 25. Check your rearview mirrors: Often to see how traffic is moving behind you Only on a freeway or highway Only when you are slowing down 26. Cargo extending more than four feet from your rear bumper: Is illegal under all circumstances Must be marked with a red flag or lights Does not legally have to be marked, but it is a good idea 27. This sign means: Railroad crossing is controlled - continue at your regular speed Look, listen, and prepare to stop at the crossing, if necessary Stop at the railroad tracks and wait for a signal before crossing 28. When you see this sign, you should: Always stop at the crosswalk Stop at the crosswalk until a crossing guard signals you to go Be prepared to stop if pedestrians are in the crosswalk 29. When driving in fog, snow, or rain, you should use your: Low-beam headlights High-beam head lights Running lights 30. Which of the following is true about large trucks? Trucks have fewer blind spots due to the vehicle’s height It is best to pass trucks very slowly and on the right side Trucks often appear to travel slower because of their large size 31. Which of these statements is true about driving and taking medications? Most cold medications can make a person drowsy Over-the-counter medications cannot impair driving ability if taken in the recommended dosages Prescription medications are safe to take at any time 32. For which of the following traffic lights must you always stop your vehicle? Solid red lights, flashing red lights, and blacked-out traffic signals Solid red lights, red arrows, and flashing yellow lights Solid red lights, flashing red lights, and yellow lights 33. If you are convicted by the court of a first DUI, DMV will: Revoke your driving privilege Sentence you to a mandatory 30 days in jail Put your vehicle in storage for up to 30 days at your expense 34. The speed limit in any alley is: 20 mph 15 mph 10 mph 35. When a traffic signal light isn't working at an intersection, you should: Come to a complete stop, then proceed when it is safe Stop before entering and let all other traffic go first Slow down or stop, if necessary 36. When looking ahead while driving, you should: Stare at the middle of the road Look directly in front of your car Scan from side to side 37. Which of the following contributes to improved traffic flow? Not slowing down to look at an accident scene Lowering the speed limit on major freeways Using your car instead of public transportation 38. You are driving on a city street and see an emergency vehicle with flashing lights behind you. What should you do? Drive to the right edge of the road and slow down Drive to the right edge of the road and stop Stay in your lane, slow down, and let it pass 39. When merging onto a freeway, you should be driving: At or near the same speed as the freeway traffic At the legal freeway speed limit Slower than the freeway traffic 40. To be sure a lane is clear before you change lanes, you should: Look in your outside mirrors only Look over your shoulder into the lane you want to enter Always turn your head and look over your right shoulder 41. When you see this sign, you should stop and: Cautiously look for vehicles in the direction you want to go, then proceed Proceed immediately afterwards Check traffic in all directions before proceeding 42. Give extra space to drivers backing out of parking spaces because: They may not see you They have the right-of-way It is required by law 43. You must notify DMV within 5 days if you: Sell or transfer your vehicle Paint your vehicle a different color Are cited for a traffic violation 44. You must make a written report (SR 1) to DMV when: Your vehicle fails a smog test You are involved in an accident and there is an injury You change your insurance company 45. Which of these statements is true about child passengers? Children age 1 or older and over 20 pounds should ride buckled up in the front seat Babies should not ride in the front seat if there is a passenger-side airbag The front seat is generally the safest place for children age 6 and older 46. It is illegal for a person under 21 years of age to drive with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) that is ..... or more 0.08%-Eight hundredths of one percent 0.01%-One hundredth of one percent 0.05%-Five hundredths of one percent Calculate Score