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Practice the California DMV Knowledge Test – Free, Section-by-Section

Ready to pass your California DMV knowledge test? Whether you’re a new California resident, an adult applying for your first license, or renewing an expired one — our free, section-based California DMV written test practice helps you study smarter, not harder.

Each set of questions is grouped by topic and follows the official CA DMV Class C knowledge test outline — helping you build confidence and master the real exam, step by step.

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Set 1 - General DMV Questions

A mixed set of entry-level California DMV test questions ideal for first-time learners.

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General DMV Questions

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What’s the penalty for refusing a chemical test (breath/blood) in CA?

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What does a pentagon-shaped sign mean?

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When can you make a right turn on a red light in California?

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What should you do at a yellow traffic light?

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What does a red curb mean?

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When can you pass a vehicle on the right?

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What’s the best way to avoid aggressive driving?

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If two vehicles arrive at an intersection at the same time, who goes first?

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When are you required to use headlights?

10 / 31

A white painted curb means:

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Which of these is NOT allowed while driving?

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When driving in fog, you should use:

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What should you do if your vehicle starts to skid?

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What does a solid double yellow line mean?

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What does a red traffic light mean?

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A yellow diamond-shaped sign means:

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At what age can you apply for a California learner’s permit?

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A child under 2 years must ride:

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The speed limit in a residential area, unless otherwise posted, is:

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What is the hand signal for a left turn?

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A flashing yellow traffic signal means:

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If a pedestrian is crossing at an unmarked crosswalk, you must:

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When is it legal to use your phone while driving?

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What should you do when approaching a school bus with flashing red lights?

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Before entering a roundabout, you must:

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If you see orange signs or cones, it means:

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Who has the right of way at a 4-way stop?

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You must notify DMV of an address change within:

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Before changing lanes, you should:

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When parking uphill with a curb, turn your wheels:

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What is the legal BAC limit for adult drivers in California?

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Set 2 – Fresh Question Bank

New question variations with a focus on situational awareness and updated traffic rules.

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Fresh Question Bank

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If your accelerator sticks, you should:

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When are U-turns prohibited in California?

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You must dim your headlights to low beam within how many feet of an oncoming vehicle?

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What is the minimum age to obtain a California driver’s license (non-commercial)?

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When entering a freeway, you should:

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A solid white line between lanes means:

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To avoid last-minute moves, you should look down the road to where your vehicle will be in:

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When driving at night, be sure you can stop:

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What is the speed limit in alleys in California?

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In fog, use:

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A red arrow pointing to the right means:

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When approaching a crosswalk with no signals and a pedestrian is crossing:

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California law prohibits smoking in a vehicle when:

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What does a yellow curb mean in California?

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If you are involved in a collision, you must report it to the DMV within:

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You must notify law enforcement of an accident if:

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Bicyclists must:

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What is the basic speed law in California?

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What should you do when being passed by another vehicle?

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What shape is a stop sign?

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Double parking is:

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When is it legal to drive off the paved roadway to pass another vehicle?

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What is the hand signal for a right turn?

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If another driver cuts you off, you should:

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Who must wear seatbelts in California?

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You must use your turn signal for at least how many feet before turning?

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How far ahead should you scan the road while driving?

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California’s “Move Over” law requires drivers to:

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What is a common cause of rear-end collisions?

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You may not park within how many feet of a fire hydrant?

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Road Signs & Markings

Practice California road signs and pavement markings with image-based questions.

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Road Signs & Markings

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What does a solid white line on the road mean?

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What does a blue curb mean?

3 / 20

Double solid yellow lines mean:

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What does a green arrow traffic signal mean?

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What should you do when approaching a traffic signal with a steady yellow light?

6 / 20

A triangular red and white sign means:

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A U-turn is prohibited when you see which sign?

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A yellow diamond-shaped sign typically means:

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What does a red octagon-shaped sign indicate?

10 / 20

What does a yellow curb indicate?

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What should you do at a yield sign?

12 / 20

A pedestrian crossing sign is usually what shape and color?

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A sign with a truck on a downward slope warns of:

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A flashing red traffic light means:

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What does a broken yellow line next to a solid yellow line mean?

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An orange diamond-shaped sign means:

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A white rectangular sign usually indicates:

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What does a circular yellow sign with an 'X' and two R’s mean?

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What does a red curb indicate?

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What does a white diamond painted in a lane indicate?

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Traffic Laws & Safety Rules

Covers fines, points, child safety seats, mobile phone use, and accident protocol.

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Traffic Laws & Safety Rules ​

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What does a solid yellow line on your side of the road mean?

2 / 20

It is illegal to leave a child age six or younger unattended in a vehicle when:

3 / 20

If a school bus is stopped with red flashing lights, you must:

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When must you yield to a pedestrian?

5 / 20

It is safest to drive in which part of your lane?

6 / 20

What is the correct hand signal for slowing or stopping?

7 / 20

What does California's basic speed law state?

8 / 20

What should you do if you see an emergency vehicle with flashing lights behind you?

9 / 20

What should you do if your brakes fail while driving?

10 / 20

What should you do before entering an intersection on a green light?

11 / 20

Children under what age must be secured in a child safety seat?

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Driving under the influence (DUI) means driving when:

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When two vehicles arrive at a 4-way stop at the same time:

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You may make a U-turn in a residential district when:

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What is the penalty for fleeing from a police officer in a vehicle?

16 / 20

When is it legal to use a handheld phone while driving in California?

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When driving in rainy conditions, you should:

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What’s the fine for not wearing a seatbelt in California (first offense)?

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What is the speed limit in a school zone unless otherwise posted?

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When should headlights be turned on?

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Fines & Point System

Everything you need to know about penalties, license suspensions, and citations.

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Fines & Point System​

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How many points for texting while driving?

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Not wearing a seatbelt as a passenger results in:

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What’s the minimum fine for not stopping for a school bus with flashing red lights?

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How many points in 36 months may result in license suspension?

5 / 20

What is the consequence of driving with a suspended license?

6 / 20

Failing to appear in court for a traffic ticket may lead to:

7 / 20

What happens if you accumulate 4 points in 12 months on your driving record?

8 / 20

If you refuse a chemical test for DUI, the penalty is:

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Speeding over 100 mph results in:

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How long will your license be suspended after a first DUI offense?

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What happens after your license is suspended due to points?

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If you flee from police, what’s the consequence?

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Failure to yield to pedestrians in a crosswalk may result in:

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A driver under 21 caught with alcohol in their vehicle may face:

15 / 20

Under California’s Negligent Operator Treatment System (NOTS), what triggers DMV action?

16 / 20

What is the cost of a first-time handheld cellphone ticket?

17 / 20

How many points will you receive for a hit-and-run with injury in California?

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How many points are typically added for reckless driving?

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Driving without insurance can result in:

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Driving with an expired license may result in:

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Full California DMV Mock Test (46 Questions)

Simulate the real DMV exam. Randomized 46 questions to test your readiness.

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Full California DMV Mock Test (46 Questions)​

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You must stop for a pedestrian:

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When must you yield to a pedestrian?

3 / 45

When driving in heavy rain, use:

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What should you do before entering an intersection on green?

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What does a green arrow traffic signal mean?

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You may pass on the right only when:

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At what age can you apply for a California learner’s permit?

8 / 45

When can you make a right turn on red in California?

9 / 45

When are U-turns prohibited in California?

10 / 45

It’s safest to drive in what part of your lane?

11 / 45

What does a solid double yellow line mean?

12 / 45

You must notify the DMV of an address change within:

13 / 45

What is the hand signal for stopping or slowing down?

14 / 45

What does a solid white line on the road mean?

15 / 45

What shape is a stop sign?

16 / 45

When is it legal to use high-beam headlights?

17 / 45

If involved in a minor accident with no injuries, you should:

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What does a yellow diamond-shaped sign usually indicate?

19 / 45

A flashing red light at an intersection means:

20 / 45

What is the legal BAC limit for adult drivers in California?

21 / 45

A sign with a truck on a downward slope means:

22 / 45

What does a pentagon-shaped sign indicate?

23 / 45

What does a red arrow mean?

24 / 45

Using a phone while driving is legal when:

25 / 45

What’s the correct hand signal for a left turn?

26 / 45

When parking downhill with a curb, turn your wheels:

27 / 45

What is the minimum fine for illegally passing a school bus?

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What should you do when being passed by another vehicle?

29 / 45

Driving without insurance may result in:

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What should you do at a yellow traffic light?

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When approaching a stopped school bus with flashing red lights:

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What does a blue curb mean in California?

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When backing out of a parking space, you should:

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How many seconds of space should you leave behind a motorcycle?

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Children under what age must be in a child safety seat?

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What does a white diamond in a lane mean?

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What does a yellow curb indicate?

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How far ahead should you scan the road while driving?

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You should dim your headlights within how many feet of an oncoming vehicle?

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How many points for reckless driving?

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Failing to appear in court for a traffic ticket may lead to:

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What does a red traffic light mean?

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What is the penalty for fleeing a police officer?

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If your brakes fail while driving, you should:

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What is the fine for not wearing a seatbelt as an adult?

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DMV Test Practice California

What You’ll Learn

 

  • California traffic signs, lane markings, and speed limits

  • Defensive driving techniques and accident prevention

  • DUI laws, license suspensions, and California’s point system

  • Situational questions from the real California Class C knowledge test

  • Verified DMV-style questions with instant feedback and detailed explanations

DMV Test Practice California

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