Friday, November 23, 2012

DMV Sample test papers

DMV test paper from DMV 2012 book


You must notify DMV within 5 days if you:
a. Are cited for a traffic violation
b. Sell or transfer your vehicle
c. Paint your vehicle a different color
d. Answer: B

It is illegal for a person 21 years of age or older to drive with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) that is --------- or higher
a. 0.08 % Eight Hunderdths of one percent
b. 0.10% One tenth of one percent
c. 0.05% Five hundredths of one percent
Answer: A


You want to park uphill on a two-way road and there is no curb which way do you turn your front wheels?
a. So they face straight ahead
b. Right- towards the side of the road
c. Left- towards the center of the road
Answer: B

A flashing yellow traffic signal at an intersection means
a. You should treat the signal like a stop sign
b. Stop yield to all cross traffic before crossing the intersection
c. Slow down and be alert at the upcoming intersection.
Answer: B

You must stop at the intersection ahead. Just before the intersection, you have to cross railroad tracks. You should stop before you cross the railroad tracks when:
a. You don’t have room to completely cross the tracks.
b. The crossing is located in a city or town with frequent train traffic
c. You transport two or more children in passenger vehicle
Answer: A
You are on the freeway and traffic is merging into your lane. You should:
a. Make room for the merging traffic, if possible
b. Assert your right-of-way by driving faster
c. Always slow down and maintain your position
Answer: A

Smoking inside a vehicle when a person younger than 18 years of age is present is:
a. Legal, if it is your child
b. Illegal at all times
c. Not restricted by law
Answer: B
A flashing red traffic light at an intersection means:
a. Slow down before entering
b. Stop before entering
c. Stop and wait for the green light
Answer: B
What is the benefit of a space cushion around your vehicle?
a. Other drivers can “cut” in front of you, Improving traffic flow
b. If another driver makes a mistake, you have time to react
c. It inflates to protect you from injury in case of a collision
Answer: B
Drivers are required to obey instructions from:
a. Security guards patrolling parking lots
b. Other drivers whose vehicles are broken down on the roadways
c. Flaggers(signal Persons) at construction sites
Answer: C
A solid yellow line next to a broken yellow line means that vehicles:
a. In both directions may pass
b. Next to the broken line may pass
c. Next to the solid line may pass
Answer: B


You are driving on a city street and see an emergency vehicle with flashing lights behind you. What should you do?
a. Drive to the right edge of the road and slow down
b. Drive to the right edge of the road and stop
c. Stay in your lane, Slow down, and let it pass
Answer: B
You must yield to pedestrian using a white cane or guide dog:
a. Only when a guide dog is leading the person across a street
b. All all times
c. Only if a crossing guard is present
Answer: B
You can reach an intersection with stop signs on all four corners at the same time as the driver on your left. Who has the right-of-way?
a. The driver on your left has the right of way
b. You have the right-of-way
c. Whoever is signaling to make a turn has the right-of-way
Answer: B
A freeway on-ramp is marked with this Carpools 3 or more only white sign. Which of the following vehicles may use this lane?
a. A convertible with an adult and two children
b. A carpool van containing only the driver
c. A sport utility vehicle containing an adult, child and family pet
Answer: A
When parking next to a curb, you should use your turn signals
a. Only when pulling away from the curb
b. When pulling next to or away from the curb
c. When pulling next to or away from the curb
Answer: C



If your cell phone rings while you are driving and you don on have a hands-free device, you should:
a. Answer the call because it may be an emergency
b. Let the call go to voice mail
c. Check the incoming number before answering the call
Answer: B
You are involved in a minor collision at an intersection. There are no injuries and very little vehicle damage. You should:
a. Leave your vehicle in the traffic lane until law enforcement arrives
b. Move your vehicle out of the traffic lane, if possible.
c. Not move your vehicle for any reason
Answer: B
To turn left from a one-way street with multiple lanes onto a two-way street, start the turn in:
a. The far left lane
b. Any lane available
c. The lane closest to the middle of the street
Answer: A
Which of the following is true about roadways on bridges and overpasses in cold, wet weather?
a. They tend to freeze before the rest of the roads does
b. They do not freeze because they are made of concrete
c. They tend to freeze after the rest of the road does
Answer: A
Should you always drive slower than other traffic?
a. No, you can block traffic when you drive too slowly
b. Yes, it is a good defensive driving technique
c. Yes , it is always safer than driving faster
Answer: A
Blocking an intersection during “rush hour” traffic is not permitted:
a. Unless you entered the intersection on a green light
b. Under any circumstances, even if your light is green
c. Unless you have the right-of-way or a green light
Answer: B

Driving under the influence of any medication which impairs your driving is permitted.
a. Under no circumstances
b. If you don’t feel drowsy
c. If it is prescribed by a physician
Answer: A
To see cars in your blind spots, you should check:
a. The inside rearview mirror
b. The outside rearview mirror
c. Over your shoulder
Answer: C
While all of the following are dangerous to do while driving, which is also illegal?
a. Listening to music through a set of dual headphones
b. Adjusting your outside mirrors
c. Over your shoulders.
Answer: A
You may drive in a bike lane:
a. If you drive slower than 15 mph
b. No more than 200 feet before making a right turn
c. Whenever bicyclists are not present
Answer: B
Tailgating other drivers (driving too close to their rear bumper):
a. Can frustrate other drivers and make them angry
b. Cannot result in a traffic citation
c. Reduces collisions by preventing you from being “cut off”
Answer: A
You are driving on the freeway behind large truck. You should drive
a. Closer behind the truck than for a passenger car
b. Farther behind the truck than for a passenger car
c. To the right side of the truck and wait to pass
Answer: B

Which statement is true about motorcyclists and motorists?
a. Motorcyclists are not allowed to drive faster than other traffic during congested road conditions
b. Motorcyclists have the same rights/responsibilities as oher motorists
c. Motorcycles are heavier than other vehicles and are less affected by wind/rain
Answer: B
This yellow sign means:
a. Controlled railroad crossing ahead
b. Be prepared to stop if the light is flashing
c. There is traffic signal ahead
Answer: C
Backing your vehicle is
a. Always dangerous to do
b. Dangerous if you have a helper
c. Only dangerous in large vehicles
Answer: A
When driving on a multilane street with two-way traffic
a. Drive alongside the other vehicles so the drivers can see you
b. You should drive ahead of or behind the other vehicles
c. It is safest to drive in the lane next to the center line
Answer: B
California’s “Basic Speed Law” says you must
a. Keep your speed close to that of other traffic
b. Never drive faster than is safe for current conditions
c. Always drive at the posted speed limit
Answer: B

If you are riding in a vehicle equipped with a lap belt and also a separate shoulder belt, you are
a. Only required to use the lap belt
b. Required to use both the lap and shoulder belts
c. Only required to use the shoulder belt
Answer: B