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California DMV quick permit practice test 3

12 questions for a quick California permit test review, picked from the full tests and based on the California Driver's Handbook. They come mostly from Section 8: Safe Driving (4), Section 9: Alcohol and Drugs (2), and Section 7: Laws and Rules of the Road (4). You begin with: "Which of these is a time to check traffic behind you?" Each answer is explained.

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Questions
12
Passing score
80% (10 of 12)
Mistakes allowed
2
Official handbook
California Driver's Handbook

Practice questions

Question 1 of 120 of 12 answered

Which of these is a time to check traffic behind you?

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What this test covers

Every question comes from one of these sections of the California Driver's Handbook.

All 12 questions on this test

Every question on this test is listed here with its answer options. Take the test above to see which answers are correct and why.

  1. Question 1: Which of these is a time to check traffic behind you?

    • A. When you reduce your speed
    • B. When you drive at a steady speed on an empty road
    • C. Never, if you have a backup camera

    Source:California Driver's Handbook, Section 8: Safe Driving

  2. Question 2: You cannot change lanes to pass a bicyclist. How much space must you leave between your vehicle and the bicyclist?

    • A. At least 3 feet
    • B. At least 1 foot
    • C. At least 6 feet

    Source:California Driver's Handbook, Section 7: Laws and Rules of the Road (Continued)

  3. Question 3: A minor must practice at least 50 hours. How many must be at night?

    • A. 5 hours
    • B. 10 hours
    • C. 25 hours

    Source:California Driver's Handbook, Section 2: Getting an Instruction Permit and Driver's License

  4. Question 4: How far ahead of your vehicle should you scan the road?

    • A. About 2 seconds ahead
    • B. At least 10 seconds ahead
    • C. Only as far as the vehicle in front of you

    Source:California Driver's Handbook, Section 8: Safe Driving

  5. Question 5: Which statement about passing a motorcycle is correct?

    • A. You may pass a motorcycle in its lane if it is slow
    • B. You may share the lane with a motorcycle to pass it
    • C. Never try to pass a motorcycle in the same lane as you

    Source:California Driver's Handbook, Section 7: Laws and Rules of the Road (Continued)

  6. Question 6: When may a person ride in the back of a pickup or other truck?

    • A. If they hold on tightly to the sides of the bed
    • B. If the truck drives slowly on local streets
    • C. Only if the vehicle has secure seats and seat belts

    Source:California Driver's Handbook, Section 7: Laws and Rules of the Road (Continued)

  7. Question 7: At what BAC is it illegal to drive a passenger for hire?

    • A. 0.04% or higher
    • B. 0.08% or higher
    • C. 0.01% or higher

    Source:California Driver's Handbook, Section 9: Alcohol and Drugs

  8. Question 8: A video monitor visible to the driver may display which of these?

    • A. A video call with a passenger in another vehicle
    • B. Navigation, vehicle information, a media player, or the radio
    • C. A video game the driver can play at red lights

    Source:California Driver's Handbook, Section 7: Laws and Rules of the Road (Continued)

  9. Question 9: An officer with emergency lights weaves slowly across lanes ahead. What should you do?

    • A. Pass the patrol vehicle when the lanes look clear
    • B. Turn on your flashers, slow to the officer's speed, and do not pass
    • C. Stop at once in your lane until the officer leaves

    Source:California Driver's Handbook, Section 8: Safe Driving

  10. Question 10: Where must a child under 8 years old, or under 4 feet 9 inches tall, ride?

    • A. In the front seat with a lap belt
    • B. In any seat without a restraint
    • C. In a child passenger restraint system in a rear seat

    Source:California Driver's Handbook, Section 8: Safe Driving (Continued)

  11. Question 11: When is it legal to drive in a bicycle lane?

    • A. When traffic in the next lane is heavy
    • B. When you turn within 200 feet of an intersection
    • C. When you want to pass a slow vehicle

    Source:California Driver's Handbook, Section 6: Navigating the Roads

  12. Question 12: How long does a DUI conviction remain on your driver's record?

    • A. 3 years
    • B. 10 years
    • C. 5 years

    Source:California Driver's Handbook, Section 9: Alcohol and Drugs

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