A short parking space would leave part of your car across a driveway. What should you do?
Correct answer: Find a space that does not block the driveway
Do not park across driveways or obstruct the sidewalk.
Source: Illegal Parking — Sidewalks and Driveways ↗
A narrow mountain bend prevents you from seeing 200 feet ahead. What warning should you give?
Correct answer: Sound the horn to alert approaching traffic
A horn warning can alert a driver approaching the blind bend.
Source: Using Your Horn ↗
In a business district, which location may permit a U-turn if it is otherwise legal and safe?
Correct answer: An intersection or a designated opening in a divided highway
The business-district restriction has specific intersection and divider-opening exceptions.
Source: U-TURN — Business Districts ↗
There appears to be space beside a motorcycle in your lane. Should you use it to pass the rider?
Correct answer: No, do not pass a motorcycle within the same lane
Give the rider room for changes in surface conditions and position.
Source: Motorcycles ↗
You have been driving beside a large truck at the same speed. Why should you avoid staying there?
Correct answer: You may be hidden from its driver and leave less room for it to avoid hazards
A truck's large mirrors still leave blind spots. Staying beside it also limits the driver's escape space. Complete a safe pass without lingering alongside.
Source: Section 7 — Blind Spots (the No Zone); Maneuvering ↗
Where must you NOT put a rear-facing child seat?
Correct answer: In front of an active frontal airbag
An inflating frontal airbag can strike the rear-facing seat with severe force.
Source: Child Restraint System and Safety Seats — Airbag Warning ↗
In extreme heat, which accessory does the California handbook recommend switching off?
Correct answer: The air conditioner
Monitor temperature, reduce engine load, and follow the vehicle manual’s overheating guidance.
Source: Section 8 — Overheating Conditions ↗
You become a California resident with an out-of-state vehicle that must be registered here. What deadline does DMV give?
Correct answer: 20 days
The handbook gives 20 days after becoming a resident or obtaining a California job.
Source: Out-of-State Vehicles ↗
In 2026, may you park a car within the standard crosswalk approach clearance solely because the curb is not painted red?
Correct answer: No, the restriction can apply without red paint
The temporary warning-only period for unmarked curbs ended January 1, 2025. Applicable local exceptions must be assessed separately.
Source: CVC 22500(n)(1)(A)–(B) ↗
Your phone rings while you are driving. What does DMV recommend for the incoming call?
Correct answer: Let it go to voicemail and return it after pulling safely off the road
An incoming call does not require an immediate response. Keep your attention on driving.
Source: Cell Phones and Texting ↗
What does this bent-arm signal indicate?
Correct answer: A right turn
A left arm bent upward signals a right turn. Bicyclists may also point their right arm straight to the right.
Source: Signaling — Right Turn ↗
Where should you find the recommended tire pressure for your car?
Correct answer: The vehicle label or owner’s manual
Use the vehicle manufacturer’s recommendation, not the maximum molded on the tire.
Source: Maintenance — Maintaining Proper Tire Pressure, Step 1 ↗
You install rubber floor mats for wet weather. What safety check matters most?
Correct answer: They fit securely and cannot interfere with pedals
Use correctly sized mats and the manufacturer’s retention clips. Loose mats can obstruct braking or acceleration.
Source: Changes You May Notice — Floor Mats ↗
An important message arrives while you are driving alone. How should you handle it?
Correct answer: Park safely before reading or replying
If it cannot wait, leave traffic and park in a safe location first.
Source: Safe-driving tips — Park before reading or sending messages ↗
A lane is too narrow for a car and bicycle side by side. May the cyclist ride away from the right edge?
Correct answer: Yes, when the lane is too narrow to share safely
California’s keep-right rule has exceptions, including a lane too narrow for safe side-by-side travel.
Source: Section 7 — Bicycling in Travel Lanes ↗
What road classification change is approaching?
Correct answer: The freeway ends one mile ahead
Read both the road-status message and the distance. The one-mile wording is an example of an advance warning, not a universal distance.
Source: FHWA MUTCD 2009 Figure 2C-5 — W19-1 Freeway ends ahead ↗
Which part of the roadway may not support your vehicle normally?
Correct answer: The shoulder beside the travel lane
The warning applies to the shoulder surface beside the traveled roadway. It is not an invitation to use that area as an extra lane.
Source: FHWA MUTCD 2009 Figure 2C-6 — W8-4 Soft shoulder ↗
A signal shows a solid red light and no sign prohibits a right turn. What must happen before you turn?
Correct answer: Stop, yield, and turn only when safe
A right turn on red requires a complete stop and yielding to pedestrians, bicyclists, and traffic.
Source: Traffic Signals — Solid Red Light ↗
Every signal head at an intersection is dark. What control should you apply?
Correct answer: Treat every approach as having a stop sign
An inoperative signalized intersection is treated as an all-way stop.
Source: Traffic Signals — Traffic Light Not Working ↗
A freeway entrance ramp has an operating red signal. What should you do?
Correct answer: Stop at the limit line and wait for green
Ramp-meter signals regulate when vehicles may enter the freeway.
Source: Traffic Signals — Freeway Entrance Signals ↗
What do double solid white lines tell drivers?
Correct answer: Do not change lanes across them
Double solid white lines form a lane barrier; wait for a permitted opening.
Source: Lane Markings — Double Solid White Lines ↗
What is the main purpose of a two-way center left-turn lane?
Correct answer: Preparing for legal left turns or U-turns
The shared center lane is reserved for left-turn and permitted U-turn preparation.
Source: Types of Lanes — Center Left Turn Lanes ↗
