California DMV Permit Test (Class C) practice questions
217 free questions with answers and explanations.
- 151.You are driving on a freeway and need to change lanes. Before moving your vehicle, what is the sequence of actions you should take?Safe Driving Practices
- 152.You are driving on a freeway at night. To reduce the risk of a collision, what should you do if an oncoming vehicle fails to dim its high-beam headlights?Safe Driving Practices
- 153.You are driving on a two-lane road and wish to pass a slower vehicle. When is it safest and most legal to return to your original lane after passing?Safe Driving Practices
- 154.You are driving on a multi-lane highway and another driver attempts to merge into your lane without enough space, forcing you to adjust your speed. What is the most appropriate defensive driving response?Safe Driving Practices
- 155.You are driving on a freeway and notice a child safety seat in the back seat of the car in front of you. This is a good indication that you should:Safe Driving Practices
- 156.You are driving on a two-lane road and see an emergency vehicle approaching from behind with its lights flashing. What is your immediate and correct action?Safe Driving Practices
- 157.You are driving on a wet road. To maintain a safe following distance, how should you adjust the typical 'three-second rule' for dry conditions?Safe Driving Practices
- 158.You are driving on a residential street with children playing near the road. A ball rolls into the street in front of your vehicle. What is the most appropriate action?Safe Driving Practices
- 159.You are driving on a winding mountain road with many blind curves. What is the most appropriate speed to maintain?Safe Driving Practices
- 160.You are driving on a multi-lane highway and notice a car several car lengths ahead of you is driving significantly slower than the flow of traffic. What is the safest action you should take?Safe Driving Practices
- 161.You are driving on a residential street where children are playing near the sidewalk. What is the maximum speed you should drive, regardless of the posted speed limit?Safe Driving Practices
- 162.You are approaching an intersection where a pedestrian is waiting to cross the street. There is no marked crosswalk. What is your legal obligation?Safe Driving Practices
- 163.You are driving in heavy city traffic, and the vehicle ahead stops suddenly. To avoid a collision, you should have been following the 'three-second rule.' How does this rule specifically help you prevent rear-end collisions?Safe Driving Practices
- 164.You are driving on a freeway at 65 mph. The vehicle in front of you suddenly brakes hard. What is the minimum safe following distance you should have maintained before the braking, assuming ideal dry conditions?Safe Driving Practices
- 165.You are driving on a highway and encounter a sandstorm that significantly reduces visibility. Besides turning on your headlights, what is the MOST important immediate action you should take?Safe Driving Practices
- 166.You are driving on a multi-lane freeway and approach an interchange where traffic is merging from an on-ramp on your right. To facilitate a smooth and safe merge, you should:Safe Driving Practices
- 167.You are driving on a highway and notice a strong crosswind. How should you adjust your driving technique?Safe Driving Practices
- 168.You are driving on a road with no posted speed limit. What is the maximum speed you may legally drive in a business or residential district in California?Safe Driving Practices
- 169.You are driving on a two-lane road and wish to pass a slower vehicle. Before initiating the pass, what is the most important factor to consider?Safe Driving Practices
- 170.You are driving on a freeway and observe a car ahead of you swerving slightly within its lane and braking erratically. What does this behavior most likely indicate?Safe Driving Practices
- 171.You are driving at night and notice your headlights are not illuminating the road adequately. What is the most appropriate action to take?Vehicle Operation and Maintenance
- 172.During a pre-trip inspection, you notice that one of your vehicle's turn signal bulbs is not illuminating. What action should you take before driving?Vehicle Operation and Maintenance
- 173.Which of the following is an essential step in properly reporting a minor traffic accident in California when no injuries are involved and damage is minimal?Vehicle Operation and Maintenance
- 174.You are driving and notice that your vehicle is consistently pulling to one side when you apply the brakes. What is the most probable cause of this issue?Vehicle Operation and Maintenance
- 175.You are driving on a freeway and observe that your vehicle is consistently drifting to one side, requiring constant steering correction. What is the most likely cause of this issue?Vehicle Operation and Maintenance
- 176.A driver notices that their vehicle's dashboard 'Check Engine' light has illuminated. What is the immediate recommended action?Vehicle Operation and Maintenance
- 177.When driving a vehicle equipped with an Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), what is the correct action to take during an emergency stop?Vehicle Operation and Maintenance
- 178.Which of the following basic vehicle controls should always be checked for proper function before driving, especially when driving a vehicle you are unfamiliar with?Vehicle Operation and Maintenance
- 179.While driving, you notice a strong burning odor coming from your vehicle. What is the most appropriate immediate action?Vehicle Operation and Maintenance
- 180.During a pre-trip inspection, you notice a significant amount of dark, oily fluid leaking from underneath your vehicle, near the center. What is the most likely source of this leak?Vehicle Operation and Maintenance
- 181.A motorist is preparing for a long drive and notices that their vehicle's brake pedal feels spongy and goes nearly to the floor before engaging. What is the most appropriate action to take before starting the journey?Vehicle Operation and Maintenance
- 182.You are preparing for a long road trip. Which of the following pre-trip inspection items is most crucial for preventing a breakdown due to engine overheating?Vehicle Operation and Maintenance
- 183.When driving in heavy fog, which of your vehicle's lighting systems should you primarily use to maximize visibility for yourself and other drivers?Vehicle Operation and Maintenance
- 184.What is the primary function of the vehicle's horn?Vehicle Operation and Maintenance
- 185.If your vehicle's windshield wipers suddenly stop working during a heavy rainstorm, what is the most critical immediate action you should take?Vehicle Operation and Maintenance
- 186.While performing a pre-trip inspection, you notice a significant bulge on the sidewall of one of your tires. What should be your immediate course of action?Vehicle Operation and Maintenance
- 187.Before starting your vehicle, what is the primary reason for adjusting your mirrors?Vehicle Operation and Maintenance
- 188.How often should you typically check your vehicle's tire pressure, including the spare tire?Vehicle Operation and Maintenance
- 189.You are driving on a residential street where children are playing near the sidewalk. What is the basic speed law principle that applies in this situation?Safe Driving Practices
- 190.You are driving on a road and see a yellow, diamond-shaped sign with a black symbol of a truck going downhill. What does this sign indicate?Traffic Signs and Signals
- 191.You are driving on a two-lane road and wish to pass a slower vehicle. When is it safest and most legal to return to your original lane?Safe Driving Practices
- 192.You are driving on a multi-lane highway and observe a series of small, raised reflective markers embedded in the pavement. These markers are red. What do these red pavement reflectors indicate?Traffic Signs and Signals
- 193.You are driving on a multi-lane road and observe a solid yellow line immediately next to a broken yellow line. Which statement accurately describes the meaning of these pavement markings if the broken yellow line is on your side?Traffic Signs and Signals
- 194.You are driving on a road and see a traffic signal that is a steady red 'X' above your lane. What does this signal mean?Traffic Signs and Signals
- 195.You are driving a vehicle equipped with ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) on a wet road and need to perform an emergency stop. What is the correct braking technique?Safe Driving Practices
- 196.You are driving on a multi-lane highway and notice a car several car lengths ahead of you is driving significantly slower than the flow of traffic, but within the posted speed limit. What is the safest action to take?Safe Driving Practices
- 197.During a pre-trip inspection, you notice that your vehicle's brake fluid reservoir is below the 'MIN' mark. What is the most appropriate action to take before driving?Vehicle Operation and Maintenance
- 198.You are approaching an intersection with a traffic light that has a steady green light along with a red arrow pointing left. What does this signal mean for a driver in the left turn lane?Traffic Signs and Signals
- 199.You are driving in heavy city traffic, and the vehicle ahead stops suddenly. To avoid a collision, how much following distance should you generally maintain?Safe Driving Practices
- 200.You are driving on a two-lane road at night. You notice the headlights of an oncoming vehicle are extremely bright and are causing significant glare. What should you do?Safe Driving Practices