2024 California Permit Test 4
The following questions are from real DMV written tests. These are some of the actual permit questions you will face in California. Each permit practice test question has three answer choices. Select one answer for each question and select "grade this section." You can find this button at the bottom of the drivers license quiz. For a complete list of questions and answers for California please visit https://cheat-sheets.dmv-written-test.com/en/california/car.
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7. You are driving on the freeway behind a large truck. You should drive:
Explanation
It is necessary to follow farther behind a large truck than you would if following a passenger vehicle because trucks have larger blind spots.
8. Increase your following distance when driving behind a large vehicle:
Explanation
Drivers of trucks, buses, vans, and any vehicles pulling campers or trailers may not be able to see you if you are driving directly behind them. Increase your following distance when driving behind one of these vehicles. Additionally, large vehicles can block your view of the road, so increase your following distance to look around the sides of the vehicle and see the road ahead.
9. This white sign means:
Explanation
When approaching a railroad crossing, you must look, listen, slow down, and prepare to stop. Let any trains pass before you proceed.
10. Smoking inside a vehicle with a person younger than 18 years of age is:
Explanation
In California, it is illegal to smoke in a vehicle at any time when a minor is present.
11. A distraction when driving is:
Explanation
A distraction when driving is anything that takes your attention away from driving. Driver distractions may occur anytime and anywhere. Distracted driving can cause collisions, resulting in property damage, injury, and death.
12. You must notify the DMV within five days if you:
Explanation