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CALIFORNIA DMV PERMIT 2025/2026 EXAM 100 QUESTIONS WITH DETAILED VERIFIED ANSWERS (, Exams of Civil Law

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CALIFORNIA DMV PERMIT 2025/2026 EXAM 100
QUESTIONS WITH DETAILED VERIFIED ANSWERS (100%
CORRECT)/A+ GRADE ASSURED
When driving in fog, it is best to drive with
-High beam headlights
-Low beam headlights
-Four-way flashers - CORRECT ANSWER-Low beam headlights
You are preparing to exit the interstate. When should you start reducing your speed?
-About halfway through the deceleration lane.
-As you approach the deceleration lane.
-Immediately upon entering the deceleration lane. - CORRECT ANSWER-Immediately upon entering the
deceleration lane
Blue traffic signs offer information on:
- Motorist services
-Construction and maintenance
-Mileage information, such as distances to specific locations - CORRECT ANSWER-Motorist services
It is illegal for a person 21 years of age or older to drive with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) that is
or higher
- 0.08%-- Eight-hundredths of one percent
-0.10% --One-tenth of one percent
-0.05%-- Five-hundredths of one percent - CORRECT ANSWER-0.08%-- Eight-hundredths of one percent
Having a driver license is a :
-Requirement
-Privilege
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When driving in fog, it is best to drive with

  • High beam headlights
  • Low beam headlights
  • Four-way flashers - CORRECT ANSWER-Low beam headlights You are preparing to exit the interstate. When should you start reducing your speed?
  • About halfway through the deceleration lane.
  • As you approach the deceleration lane.
  • Immediately upon entering the deceleration lane. - CORRECT ANSWER-Immediately upon entering the deceleration lane Blue traffic signs offer information on:
  • Motorist services
  • Construction and maintenance
  • Mileage information, such as distances to specific locations - CORRECT ANSWER-Motorist services It is illegal for a person 21 years of age or older to drive with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) that is or higher
  • 0.08%-- Eight-hundredths of one percent
  • 0.10% --One-tenth of one percent
  • 0.05%-- Five-hundredths of one percent - CORRECT ANSWER-0.08%-- Eight-hundredths of one percent Having a driver license is a :
  • Requirement
  • Privilege
  • Right - CORRECT ANSWER-Privilege When changing lanes, you can check your blind spots by:
  • Using the inside rearview mirror
  • Turing your head and looking over your shoulder
  • Using your side mirror - CORRECT ANSWER-Turing your head and looking over your shoulder You must yield the right-of-way to an emergency vehicle that is using its siren and flashing lights by:
  • Driving as closely to the right edge of the road as possible and stopping
  • Moving into the right lane and driving slowly until it has passed
  • Stopping immediately, even if your are within and intersection - CORRECT ANSWER-Driving as closely to the right edge of the road as possible and stopping. You have been involved in a minor traffic collision with a parked vehicle and you can't find the owner. You must:
  • Leave a note on the vehicle.
  • Report the collision without delay to the city police or, in unincorporated areas, to the California highway patrol.
  • Both of the above. - CORRECT ANSWER-Both of above If weather or light conditions require you to have your lights on while driving:
  • Use your parking lights
  • Use your high beams
  • Use your low beams - CORRECT ANSWER-Use your low beams If it starts to rain on a hot day, the road is slippery:
  • for the first few minutes
  • after it has stopped raining
  • after it has been raining for a few hours - CORRECT ANSWER--for the first few minutes

- 20 MPH - CORRECT ANSWER- 25 MPH

what type of pavement marking is used to show you which lane you must use for a turn?

  • Diamond
  • Arrows
  • Edge Line - CORRECT ANSWER-Arrows Based on the DMV handbook, you should never park your vehicle feet
  • 25
  • 15
  • 10 - CORRECT ANSWER-- 15 When parking uphill on a two-way street with no curb, your front wheels should be turned to the left (toward the street)
  • turned to the left (toward the street)
  • parallel with the pavement
  • turned to the right (away from the street) - CORRECT ANSWER--turned to the right (away from the street) On rainy, snowy, or foggy days, you should turn on your windshield wipers and:
  • pump your breaks when driving on wet pavement
  • come to a complete stop
  • use your headlights so other drivers can see you - CORRECT ANSWER-use your headlights so other drivers can see you When a school bus flashes yellow lights:
  • you must follow the directions of the school crossing guard
  • you must stop immediately
  • the bus is preparing to stop to let children off the bus - CORRECT ANSWER--the bus is preparing to stop to let the children off the bust At intersections where two or more drivers stop at STOP signs at the same time and they are at right angles
  • the driver on the right must yield to the driver on the left
  • the driver on the left must yield to the driver on the right
  • the driver who is late for work has the right-of-way - CORRECT ANSWER--the driver on the left must yield to the driver on the right Generally speaking, you are in a large truck's blind spot if you:
  • cannot see the truck driver in the truck's side mirror
  • drive close to the large truck's left from wheel
  • follow no closer than ten feet behind the large truck - CORRECT ANSWER--cannot see the truck driver in the truck's side mirror Two sets of solid double yellow lines spaced 2 feet or more apart:
  • may not be crossed for any reason.
  • separate traffic lanes on roads with two or more lanes in the same direction
  • may only be crossed to make a U-turn when it is safe to do so - CORRECT ANSWER--may not be crossed for any reason Your BAC depends on:
    • how much time passes between drinks
  • how much alcohol you drink
  • keep instrument lights bright to be more visible to other drivers
  • turn on your high beams headlights to better see the vehicles directly ahead of you
  • drive slowly enough so you can stop within the area lighted by your headlights - CORRECT ANSWER-- drive slowly enough so you can stop within the area lighted by your headlights To make a right turn onto a two-way street from a two-way street, start in the right-hand lane and end in:
  • any lane that is available
  • the left lane
  • the lane closest to the curb - CORRECT ANSWER--the lane closest to the curb What is the first thing to do when you make a three-point turn?
  • Signal with your left turn signal, then check carefully for traffic coming toward you
  • Turn left, go across the road so you come to a stop while you face the edge of the road
  • Signal with your right turn signal then pull over to the right and stop - CORRECT ANSWER--Signal with your right turn signal, then pull over to the right and stop When parking on a public road, drivers should:
  • move as far away from traffic as possible
  • always park on the left side of the roadway
  • all of the above - CORRECT ANSWER--move as far away from the traffic as possible What is the first thing you should do if your wheels move off the pavement?
  • Ease your foot off the gas pedal and brake gently
  • Pull over the right and sound your horn to warn the other drivers
  • Pull the steering wheel - CORRECT ANSWER--Ease your foot off the gas pedal and brake gently When can you drive using only your parking lights?
  • On foggy days when visibility is low?
  • 30 minutes after sunset or 30 minutes before sunrise
  • Under no circumstances - CORRECT ANSWER--Under no circumstances It is illegal to leave a child years or younger unattended in a motor vehicle.
  • four
  • eight
  • six - CORRECT ANSWER--Six Which of the following is true about the Anti-Lock Brake System?
  • it allows drivers to steer during an emergency braking situation
  • It prevents skidding
  • All of the above - CORRECT ANSWER--All of the above
  • serve up to 6 months in jail
  • serve up to twelve months in jail - CORRECT ANSWER--serve up to six months in jail If the roadway is wet and your vehicles starts to skid, you should:
  • slow down by shifting to a lower gear
  • slowly ease your foot off the gas pedal
  • slow down by pumping the breaks quickly and firmly - CORRECT ANSWER--Slowly ease your foot off the gas pedal A peace officer is signaling you to drive to the edge of the roadway. You decide to ignore the officer's warning and flee the scene. You are guilty of a misdemeanor and can be punished by being:
  • fined up to $2,
  • given a warning and a citation
  • jailed in the country jail for not more than one year - CORRECT ANSWER--jailed in the country jail for not more than one year Which of the following will help you to avoid being hit from behind
  • decreasing your following distance
  • changing lanes frequently
  • Merge into another lane - CORRECT ANSWER--Merge into another lane You are driving on the right edge of the lane of a four-lane highway and you see thick white lines on the left side of your lane. Your are driving
  • The carpool lane and you must enter the next lane
  • A special lane for slow vehicles
  • One exit lane - CORRECT ANSWER-One exit lane You must give the right of way to any pedestrian who is:
  • At a marked street
  • At ant crosswalk or intersection
  • Cross any street - CORRECT ANSWER--Cross any street California's "Basic Speed Law" states that:
  • You must keep your speed equal to the flow of traffic
  • You should not drive faster than is safe given the weather and vehicle conditions
  • Always drive at the posted speed limit - CORRECT ANSWER--You should not drive faster than is safe given the weather and vehicle conditions You must leave an additional "mattress" space
  • When following a pickup truck
  • When following drivers whose rear vision is obstructed
  • When following a passenger vehicle - CORRECT ANSWER--When following a driver whose rear vision is obstructed Making a U-turn in residential districts is legal
  • Not restricted by law - CORRECT ANSWER--Illegal at all times If you miss your exit on the freeway, you should not:
  • Continues on the freeway and find an alternate route to your destination
  • Proceed to the next exit, leave the freeway, and return to your proper exit
  • Back up the road or shoulder - CORRECT ANSWER--Back up on the road or shoulder You are approaching an intersection where a traffic signal is displaying a steady yellow light. If you have not already entered the intersection, you should:
  • Speed up to beat the red light
  • Reduce your speed and proceed carefully through the intersection.
  • Come to a safe spot - CORRECT ANSWER--Come to a safe spot At a red traffic light with a green arrow, you may proceed in the direction of the arrow if:
  • You first come to a complete stop
  • You wait until the light changes
  • You are in the proper lane and the roadway is clear - CORRECT ANSWER--You are in the proper lane and the roadway is clear To turn left from a multilane one-way street onto a one-way street, you should start your turn from:
  • Any lane (as long as it is safe)
  • The lane closest to the left curb
  • The lane in the center of the road - CORRECT ANSWER-The lane closest to the left curb When passing another vehicle, it is safe to return to your lane if you:
  • Cannot see the vehicle directly to your right
  • See the vehicle's headlights in your rearview mirror
  • Has passed the other vehicle's front bumper - CORRECT ANSWER--See the vehicle's headlights in your rearview mirror

You should not use your horn:

  • When visibility ahead is limited
  • If you might hit another vehicles
  • Near blind pedestrians - CORRECT ANSWER--Near blind pedestrians You should always travel:
  • At the speed of vehicles surrounding you
  • At the speed limit
  • At a speed appropriate for road and weather conditions - CORRECT ANSWER--At a speed appropriate for road and weather conditions U-turns in business are:
  • Always illegal because they are dangerous
  • Legal whenever oncoming vehicles are not a hazard
  • Legal at intersections, unless a sign prohibits them - CORRECT ANSWER--Legal at intersections, unless a sign prohibits them When driving at night, you should:
  • Always use your high beams
  • Look directly at the headlights of an oncoming vehicles
  • Increase your following distance - CORRECT ANSWER--Increase your following distance You are preparing to exit the interstate. When should you start reducing your speed?
  • About halfway through the deceleration lane
  • As you approach the deceleration lane
  • Immediately upon entering the deceleration lane. - CORRECT ANSWER--Immediately upon entering the deceleration lane When parking your vehicle parallel to the curb on a level street:
  • Your front wheels must be turned toward the street
  • Slowly inch your vehicle into the traffic lane
  • Drive on the shoulder until a gap in traffic appears - CORRECT ANSWER--Continue waiting and yielding to traffic in the lane When preparing to make a left turn from a two-way street, you should drive:
  • Near the right-hand side of the road
  • Near the centerline
  • On the left of the centerline - CORRECT ANSWER--Near the centerline You are approaching a railroad crossing with no warning devices and are unable to see 400 feet down the tracks in one direction. The speed limit is:
  • 15 mph
  • 20 mph
  • 25 mph - CORRECT ANSWER- 15 mph Highway pavement will be particularly treacherous and most slippery:
  • If it has been raining several hours
  • If it has just begun to rain
  • If it has been raining for one to two hours - CORRECT ANSWER-If it has just begun to rain A white painted curb indicates a :
  • Loading zone for freight or passengers
  • Loading zone for passengers or mail only
  • Loading zone for freight only - CORRECT ANSWER-Loading zone for passengers or mail only You are driving on a freeway with a posted speed limit of 65 mph. Traffic is traveling at 70 mph. You may legally drive:
  • 70 mph or faster to keep up with the speed of traffic
  • Between 65 mph and 70 mph
  • No faster than 65mp - CORRECT ANSWER-No faster than 65 mph If your wheels drop off the roadway or pavement edge, you should:
  • Wait until it is safe to do so, then gradually re-enter the roadway
  • Turn back onto the roadway immediately
  • Stop - CORRECT ANSWER-Wait until it is safe to do so, then gradually re-enter the roadway The speed limit on a school zone where children are present is , unless otherwise posted.
  • 15 mph
  • 25 mph
  • 20 mph - CORRECT ANSWER- 25 mph Make room for cars that are entering the freeway by:
  • Slowing down
  • Merging into a different lane
  • Maintaining your speed and position - CORRECT ANSWER--Merging into a different lane To avoid last-minute moves, you should be looking down the road to where your vehicle will be in about:
  • 5 to 10 seconds
  • 10 to 15 seconds
  • 15 to 20 seconds - CORRECT ANSWER-- 10 to 15 seconds Another car creates a hazardous situation by suddenly cutting in front of you. Which of these actions should you take first?
  • Take your foot off the gas
  • Sound your horn and step on the break firmly
  • Serve into the lane next to you
  • Children under the age of 1 should not ride in the front seat in vehicles equipped with airbags - CORRECT ANSWER-Children under the age of 1 should not ride in the front seat in vehicles equipped with airbags When driving a car equipped with airbags, you are safest when you:
  • Maintain a space of at least 10 inches between you and the steering wheel
  • Drive with one hand on the gear shift
  • Drive with your left arm on the armrest
  • Maintain a space of at least 8 inches between you and the steering wheel - CORRECT ANSWER-Maintain a space of at least 10 inches between you and the steering wheel How dies a solid red traffic light differ from a red arrow traffic light
  • Red arrows are only used to stop traffic making a left turn
  • You are not allowed to turn on a red arrow after stopping
  • Red arrows are only used for protected turn lanes
  • Red arrows are only used to stop traffic making a right turn - CORRECT ANSWER-You are not allowed to turn on a red arrow after stopping You are planning to make a left turn from dedicated left-turn lane when the light turns to a yellow arrow. You should:
  • Be prepared to obey the next signal that appears
  • Speed up to get through the intersection
  • Stop and not turn under any circumstances
  • Use caution to make the turn - CORRECT ANSWER-Be prepared to obey the next signal that appears You are approaching an intersection where the traffic signal is flashing red. You should:
  • Stop before entering the intersection and wait for the light to turn green before proceeding
  • Stop before entering the intersection and proceed when it is safe to do so
  • Continue driving cautiously through the intersection
  • Continue driving cautiously if you are making a right turn - CORRECT ANSWER-Stop before entering the intersection and proceed when it is safe to do so If you arrive at an intersection when the traffic light is not functioning, you should:
  • Come to a complete stop
  • Sop before entering the intersection and let other traffic move before proceeding
  • Avoid interfering with other traffic by making a right turn
  • Reduce your speed and stop, if necessary - CORRECT ANSWER-Come to a complete stop and proceed when it is safe to do so What should you do if you see this sign? YIELD
  • Come to a complete spot
  • Prepare to stop if necessary
  • Speed up to avoid collision
  • Prepare to turn around - CORRECT ANSWER--Prepare to stop if necessary At intersections, crosswalks, and railroad crossings, you should always: