CA DMV Permit Practice Test 6 (California)

Question 1:

As you drive on the freeway, make sure:

your directional signal goes off before you change lanes.

to signal all lane changes.

you cut off vehicles behind you when you change lanes.

Question 2:

In areas with no pedestrian crosswalks or signals, pedestrians:

should yield the right-of-way to vehicles before crossing.

have the right-of-way over motor vehicles, but not over bicycles.

should leave the curb as soon as possible to avoid being hit.

Question 3:

What is the meaning of blue traffic signs?

A blue background indicates a regulatory sign.

They give directional information.

Blue indicates road user services.

Question 4:

Yellow lines separate:

traffic moving in opposite directions on a two-way road.

traffic lanes on one-way streets.

all carpool lanes from regular traffic lanes.

Question 5:

Drivers may need more space in front of their vehicle:

when following motorcycles.

when carrying a heavy load or pulling a trailer.

All of the above.

Question 6:

You are reaching an intersection, and trees block your view to the side for the last 100 feet before crossing. The intersection is considered:

“open”

“blind”

“blocked”

Question 7:

When drivers see this road sign:

they must come to a complete stop and call the police.

they must not drive past this sign.

they must turn around immediately.

Question 8:

Roads are the most slippery:

the first rain after a dry spell.

after it has been raining for an hour or more.

for the first 2 hours of a rain storm.

Question 9:

When sharing the road with a light rail vehicle:

remember they are loud and move slowly like freight trains.

always pass a light rail vehicle slowly on the right.

never turn in front of an approaching light rail vehicle.

Question 10:

A flashing red light at an intersection means:

Stop before entering.

Slow down before entering.

Stop and wait for the green light.

Question 11:

While driving, you should NOT:

follow the vehicle ahead very closely.

allow space between your vehicle and the vehicle ahead.

scan the surroundings.

Question 12:

Alcohol:

makes you less aware of what is happening to your driving abilities.

makes it easier to make correct decisions.

improves your reaction time.

Question 13:

The picture shows a _________ sign.

no U-turn

no left turn

sharp turn

Question 14:

If a passenger under 16 years of age is not wearing his/her seat belt, who may be cited?

The driver

The passenger

The driver and all passenger

Question 15:

Does a vehicle prepared to enter a traffic circle or rotary have right-of-way over vehicles in the circle?

Yes, but only if they are entering the rotary from the right lane.

No. Vehicles already in the circle have the right-of-way.

Only if the light is green.

Yes.

Question 16:

On freezing, wet days, which of the following roadways is most likely to be slippery?

Roadways on bridges and overpasses.

Roadways near the top of hills.

Country roads.

Question 17:

This sign means:

No traffic signal ahead

Traffic signal ahead

Open intersection ahead

Question 18:

A vehicle suddenly “cuts” in front of you creating a hazard. Which of these actions should you take first?

Honk and step on the brake firmly.

Swerve into the lane next to you.

Take your foot off the gas pedal.

Question 19:

You are stopped at an intersection. The traffic light just turned green. Should you go immediately?

Yes, or you could be given a ticket for causing gridlock.

No, because you must first wait 5 seconds before proceeding.

Yes, but yield to any vehicle or person still in the intersection.

Question 20:

Warning signs normally are:

rectangles.

triangles.

diamond-shaped.

Question 21:

What should you do if you see smoke come from under the hood?

Call the fire department and then pull off the road and park your vehicle.

Pull off the road and park your vehicle. Turn off the ignition, get away from the car and call the fire department.

Try to fight the fire yourself.

Question 22:

This sign means:

Reversible lane ahead.

The divided highway ends ahead.

Drivers are coming to a point where another traffic lane joins the one they are on.

Question 23:

You are getting ready to make a right turn. You should:

signal and turn immediately.

stop before entering the right lane and let all other traffic go first.

slow down or stop, if necessary, and then make the turn.

Question 24:

A flashing red light:

is used at dangerous intersections.

means the same thing as a stop sign.

All of the above.

Question 25:

You are driving on a one-way street. You may turn left onto another one-way street only if:

traffic on the street moves to the right.

a sign permits the turn.

traffic on the street moves to the left.

Question 26:

When you change lanes or merge into another lane, you:

have the right-of-way.

should first stop and check for cross traffic.

need at least a 4-second traffic gap.

Question 27:

If there is a deep puddle in the road ahead, drivers should:

steer their vehicle around the water, if possible.

shift into neutral as they drive through the water.

maintain their speed and make it through the water.

Question 28:

What should you do if your headlights suddenly go out?

Brake immediately and activate your emergency lights.

Use your emergency lights, parking lights or directional signals.

Ease your foot off the gas pedal and brake gently.

Question 29:

If you drive slower than the flow of traffic, you will most likely:

improve traffic flow.

help create a safe driving environment.

interfere with traffic and receive a ticket.

Question 30:

A large vehicle is backing up to unload goods. You should:

enter one of the blind spots and wait.

try to pass close behind.

be patient and wait until the large vehicle has completed its backup maneuver.

Question 31:

A pedestrian is in the middle of the street when your signal light changes to green. You should:

proceed if the pedestrian is not in your lane.

wait until the pedestrian has crossed in front of you before proceeding.

proceed if you have the right-of-way.

Question 32:

You should stop before crossing railroad tracks:

if your vehicle has three or more axles.

any time a train may be approaching, whether or not you can see it.

even when the railroad tracks are out-of-service.

Question 33:

What does a flashing yellow light mean?

The same thing as a stop sign.

Drivers may move forward with caution.

All of the above.

Question 34:

When driving at night on a dimly lit street, you should:

keep instument lights bright to be more visible to other drivers.

turn on your high beam headlights to better see the vehicles directly ahead of you.

drive slowly enough so you can stop within the area lighted by your headlights.

Question 35:

When coming to a curve or the top of a hill, you should:

try and pass the vehicle ahead of you before entering the curve.

increase your speed.

not drive on the left side of the road.

Question 36:

What should drivers do when they see this sign?

Make sure the bridge is clear of oncoming traffic before they cross.

Look to the left and right for other traffic.

Allow others to merge smoothly.

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