Free California DMV Practice Test 2026 (CA)

Question 1

When must you yield to pedestrians?

Accepted Answer

At all crosswalks, marked or unmarked

Answer

Only in marked crosswalks

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Only when they have a green light

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Only in school zones

Question 2

What should you do if you miss your freeway exit?

Accepted Answer

Continue to the next exit

Answer

Stop and reverse

Answer

Make a U-turn at the next break in the median

Answer

Pull over to the shoulder and back up

Question 3

What is the speed limit when driving within 100 feet of a railroad crossing where visibility is limited?

Accepted Answer

15 mph

Answer

20 mph

Answer

25 mph

Answer

35 mph

Question 4

What should you do if you are involved in an accident?

Accepted Answer

Stop, exchange information, and report the accident if necessary

Answer

Leave the scene if the damage is minor

Answer

Drive away if no one is injured

Answer

Call your insurance before stopping

Question 5

When can you cross a solid white line?

Accepted Answer

To change lanes when it is safe

Answer

Only when turning

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Never

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Only in residential areas

Question 6

What does a red circle with a white horizontal bar mean?

Accepted Answer

Do not enter

Answer

Yield

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No U-turn

Answer

Stop

Question 7

What does a yellow pentagon-shaped sign with two people indicate?

Accepted Answer

School crossing ahead

Answer

Pedestrian crossing

Answer

No parking

Answer

Construction zone

Question 8

What does a black and yellow 'End Speed Zone' sign mean?

Accepted Answer

Return to the safe speed for conditions

Answer

Speeding allowed

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No speed limit

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Minimum speed limit

Question 9

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

Accepted Answer

Railroad crossing ahead

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School zone

Answer

No stopping

Answer

Merge ahead

Question 10

What does a white rectangular sign with a green arrow and 'Left Turn Only' mean?

Accepted Answer

You must turn left from this lane

Answer

No turns allowed

Answer

U-turns are allowed

Answer

Proceed straight only

Question 11

What should you do if an emergency vehicle is approaching with flashing lights?

Accepted Answer

Pull over to the right and stop

Answer

Speed up to clear the way

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Move to the left lane

Answer

Continue driving normally

Question 12

What should you do if a tire blows out while driving?

Accepted Answer

Hold the steering wheel firmly and slow down gradually

Answer

Brake hard immediately

Answer

Speed up to regain control

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Turn off the ignition

Question 13

How far should you park from a fire hydrant?

Accepted Answer

15 feet

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5 feet

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10 feet

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20 feet

Question 14

What should you do if your car begins to skid on ice?

Accepted Answer

Ease off the accelerator and steer in the direction of the skid

Answer

Turn the wheel in the opposite direction of the skid

Answer

Slam on the brakes

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Use the emergency brake

Question 15

What is the proper way to enter a curve?

Accepted Answer

Slow down before entering the curve

Answer

Accelerate through the curve

Answer

Brake hard while in the curve

Answer

Maintain your speed

Question 16

What is the penalty for driving under the influence with a minor in the car?

Accepted Answer

Additional fines and possible jail time

Answer

No additional penalty

Answer

License suspension only

Answer

Mandatory community service

Question 17

What happens if you refuse a blood test after a DUI arrest?

Accepted Answer

Longer license suspension

Answer

No penalty

Answer

A warning only

Answer

No consequences unless BAC exceeds 0.08%

Question 18

What is the minimum fine for a DUI conviction in California?

Accepted Answer

$390

Answer

$500

Answer

$750

Answer

$1,000

Question 19

What is the maximum allowable BAC for drivers under 21 in California?

Accepted Answer

0.01%

Answer

0.00%

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0.05%

Answer

0.08%

Question 20

Can you receive a DUI for marijuana impairment?

Accepted Answer

Yes, if it impairs your driving

Answer

No, marijuana is legal in California

Answer

Only if combined with alcohol

Answer

Only for drivers under 21

Question 21

What is the penalty for driving without insurance in California?

Accepted Answer

Fines and possible license suspension

Answer

A warning

Answer

Vehicle impoundment only

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No penalty

Question 22

What does a flashing red light at a railroad crossing mean?

Accepted Answer

Stop at least 15 feet from the crossing

Answer

Proceed with caution

Answer

Slow down and look for trains

Answer

Cross quickly before the train arrives

Question 23

How soon must you notify the DMV after selling a vehicle?

Accepted Answer

Within 5 days

Answer

Within 10 days

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Within 30 days

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Within 60 days

Question 24

What is the legal limit for window tint on the front side windows?

Accepted Answer

70%

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35%

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50%

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No tint allowed

Question 25

What should you do if your car overheats while driving?

Accepted Answer

Turn on the heater and pull over safely

Answer

Turn off the engine immediately

Answer

Accelerate to cool the engine

Answer

Keep driving until you reach your destination

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