California DMV Written Test Practice 2

Passing the California DMV written test is a crucial step toward obtaining your driver’s license.

Practice makes perfect! This California DMV Written Test Practice 2 includes 46 carefully selected questions designed to mirror the real exam. Each question comes with a detailed explanation and memory tip to help you retain key rules and drive safely.

After completing the quiz, make sure to check out our other California DMV written practice tests to maximize your chances of success.

Welcome to your California DMV Written Test 2

You see a white regulatory sign that says “Left Turn Yield on Green.” What does this mean?

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You may turn left on a green light, but you must yield to oncoming traffic and pedestrians.

You can turn left immediately when the light is green.

You must wait for a green arrow to turn left.

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What should you do when reaching an intersection where a person operating a motorized wheelchair has entered the crosswalk?

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Remain stopped behind the nearest crosswalk line until the motorized wheelchair is beyond the range of your vehicle.

Remain stopped behind the crosswalk line until the motorized wheelchair has safely finished crossing.

Assume right-of-way if the motorized wheelchair stops in the crosswalk.

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You see a warning sign indicating a crossroad ahead. What should you do?

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Turn immediately to avoid the crossroad.

Maintain your current speed; crossroad traffic must yield.

Slow down and be prepared to stop if necessary.

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A highway has a posted speed limit of 65 mph. What does this mean?

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You must always drive 65 mph on that highway.

You may drive faster only if there are no other vehicles.

You must drive 65 mph only if driving conditions are ideal.

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When is it legal for a person to drive with an alcoholic beverage container that has been opened?

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If the container is in the trunk of the vehicle.

If the container is under the front seat.

If the container is in the glove compartment.

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What does this “No Turn on Red” regulatory sign mean?

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You must wait for the green light before turning.

You may turn if there is no oncoming traffic.

You can turn right after stopping completely.

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What speed should you be driving when entering onto a highway?

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Slower than the speed of traffic.

Faster than the speed of traffic.

At or near the speed of traffic.

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Which of the following is the proper procedure for parallel parking?

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Stop next to the vehicle behind the open space, and then drive forward into the space.

Drive forward into the space without stopping.

Stop next to the vehicle in front of the open space, and then back into the space.

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Hint

You are under 18 years of age and have had your license for eight months. You may drive:

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Between 7 a.m. and 8 p.m.

Between 5 a.m. and 11 p.m.

At any time.

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What is one of the most common causes of traffic collisions?

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Driver distractions.

Paying attention to your surroundings.

Better traffic flow.

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You see a red octagon-shaped sign with the word STOP. What must you do?

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Slow down and proceed without stopping.

Honk your horn before entering the intersection.

Stop completely, check for traffic and pedestrians, then proceed when safe.

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If a traffic signal is green, but traffic is blocking the intersection, what should you do?

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Partially enter the intersection, as allowed by traffic.

Wait and do not enter the intersection until your vehicle can get completely across.

Drive around the traffic on the shoulder to help ease the congestion.

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Hint

In which lane should you end your turn, when making a right turn?

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Any lane free of traffic.

The lane closest to the left edge of the road.

The lane closest to the right edge of the road

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Hint

In addition to setting your parking brake, what should you do when parking on a hill?

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Make sure your vehicle is in the “park” position or in gear.

Make sure your vehicle is left in the “neutral” position.

Make sure the front vehicle wheels are parallel to the road.

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Hint

Which of the following is illegal while driving?

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Wearing a headset or ear plugs that cover one ear.

Wearing a headset or ear plugs that cover both ears.

Using cruise control on residential streets.

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Hint

You must notify the DMV within 5 days if you:

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Sell or transfer ownership of your vehicle.

Receive a traffic violation.

Paint your vehicle a different color.

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What does a “ONLY” sign mean? if You are in the inside lane?

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Right turn is not allowed.

You can turn right or go straight.

You must turn right.

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Hint

At what point during a rainfall are roads most slippery on a hot day?

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When it has been raining for a few hours.

Immediately after it has stopped raining.

For the first several minutes.

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Hint

Which of the following is an example of a safe driving practice?

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Using your high-beam headlights in the fog.

Always keep your eyes moving to scan the surroundings.

Staring only at the middle of the road.

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Hint

When is it required for you to obey directions from a crossing guard?

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During school hours only.

Only when children are present in front of a school.

At all times.

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Hint

When you are driving the speed limit, you can still be given a speeding ticket:

Deselect Answer

Under no circumstances because it is always legal.

If road or weather conditions require a slower speed.

Only if you are approaching a sharp curve in the road.

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Hint

What is the minimum following distance you should maintain under ideal conditions?

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1 second.

3 seconds.

2 seconds.

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Hint

When parking downhill on a two-way street with no curb, which way should you turn your wheels?

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Straight ahead.

Toward the centerline (left).

Toward the street (right).

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You are required to notify the DMV by filing a Report of Traffic Accident Occurring in California (SR-1) form if:

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You were involved in a collision with an injury.

Your vehicle fails a smog test.

You change your insurance company.

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Hint

When approaching a roundabout, who has the right-of-way?

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Vehicles already in the roundabout.

Pedestrians crossing the entry.

Vehicles entering the roundabout.

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You see a warning sign indicating a divided highway ahead. What does this mean, and how should you drive?

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You must stop and wait for a signal before entering.

The road ahead has two-way traffic separated by a median; stay on your side.

The road ahead is one-way only; you can drive anywhere.

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Hint

You approach a traffic signal with a green arrow pointing right. What should you do?

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Stop and wait until it turns solid green.

Turn right, yielding to pedestrians and other vehicles.

Turn right without looking.

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Hint

What color curb does not allow vehicles to stop or park?

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Yellow

Red

White

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Hint

When a railroad crossing is not controlled, what is the speed limit when you are within 100 feet and cannot see for 400 feet in both directions?

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15 mph.

10 mph.

25 mph.

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Hint

What should you do if a pedestrian is still in the crosswalk after the "DON’T WALK" sign begins to flash and your light has turned green?

Deselect Answer

Wait until the pedestrian has crossed the street completely before proceeding.

Wait until the pedestrian signals that it is okay for you to proceed.

Wait until the pedestrian is out of your path before proceeding.

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Hint

You see a warning sign with the words "Lane Ends" ahead. What should you do?

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Merge safely into the adjacent lane.

Speed up and stay in your lane.

Stop immediately.

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Hint

When is parking in a crosshatched (diagonal lines) area allowed?

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If the area is at least twenty feet away from a railroad track.

It is never allowed to park in a crosshatched (diagonal lines) area.

If the area is labeled as a bicycle lane, unless otherwise posted.

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Hint

What should you do when there is a school bus ahead that starts flashing yellow warning lights?

Deselect Answer

Cautiously pass the school bus on the left.

Slow down and prepare to stop.

Stop immediately and remain stopped.

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Hint

Any driver who willfully flees or attempts to evade law enforcement, during which a person is seriously injured, is subject to:

Deselect Answer

A fine of less than $1,000.

Imprisonment in a state prison for up to seven years.

Attending an anger-management class.

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Hint

If you are stopped at an intersection and want to make a left turn, what should you do?

Deselect Answer

Turn immediately if there are no pedestrians.

Yield to any oncoming vehicle that is close enough to be a hazard.

Take the right-of-way and turn before oncoming traffic.

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What should you do when traffic is slow and heavy, and you must cross railroad tracks before reaching the upcoming intersection?

Deselect Answer

Wait on the tracks until the stoplight at the intersection turns green.

Wait until you can completely cross the tracks before proceeding.

Begin crossing when the vehicle in front of you is crossing the tracks.

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Hint

Which lights should be used if a driver is having trouble seeing other vehicles because of dust or smoke blowing across the roadway?

Deselect Answer

Emergency lights.

Headlights.

Parking lights.

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Hint

Which of the following is a requirement of California's Basic Speed Law?

Deselect Answer

Never drive faster than is safe for current conditions.

Always drive the speed limit, regardless of conditions.

Match your speed to that of your surrounding traffic.

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Hint

Who can legally park next to a curb painted blue?

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Someone who is either picking up or dropping off passengers at this location.

A person who will only be parked at the curb for less than 15 minutes.

A person who is disabled and has a special placard or vehicle license plate for disabled persons.

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Hint

When is it legal to drive off the road to pass another vehicle?

Deselect Answer

If the vehicle ahead is turning left.

It is not legal under any conditions.

If there are two or more one-way lanes.

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Hint

What is indicated by two sets of double yellow lines spaced 2 feet or more apart?

Deselect Answer

Barrier.

Lanes of traffic moving in the same direction.

Carpool/High-Occupancy (HOV) lane.

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Hint

Where should you begin a left turn from a one-way street onto a one-way street?

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The lane closest to the center of the street.

The far-left lane.

You can turn from any lane.

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What should you do to make a right turn at an upcoming intersection when there is a bicycle lane at the curb?

Deselect Answer

Wait until the bicycle lane ends, then make the turn.

Merge into the bicycle lane before making the turn.

Make the turn from your current lane and do not enter the bicycle lane.

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Hint

What should you do if your cell phone rings and you do not have a hands-free device?

Deselect Answer

Answer the call if you are stopped at a red light.

Answer the call and keep the conversation short.

Do not answer the phone and let it go to voicemail.

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What should you do when there is a school bus ahead that starts flashing yellow warning lights?

Deselect Answer

Stop immediately and remain stopped.

Slow down and prepare to stop.

Cautiously pass the school bus on the left.

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What does a flashing yellow traffic signal light direct a driver to do?

Deselect Answer

Stop and wait for a flashing green signal.

Stop and proceed when the traffic allows you to proceed safely.

Slow down and proceed with caution.

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FAQ – California DMV Written Test Practice 2

Q1: How many questions are on the California DMV written test?
A1: The written exam has 46 multiple-choice questions for Class C licenses.

Q2: Can I use my phone while taking the DMV test?
A2: No. Cell phones are prohibited during the exam. Practice tests at DrivingTestExam.com help you prepare offline.

Q3: How do I pass the DMV written test on the first try?
A3: Practice consistently using multiple DMV practice tests, review explanations, and use memory tips for rules.

Q4: Are there specific rules for school buses in California?
A4: Yes. Slow down for yellow lights and stop completely for flashing red lights. Children’s safety is paramount.

Q5: What is a crosshatched area?
A5: Diagonal lines indicating areas where parking is prohibited, often for safety, ramps, or emergency access.