California DMV Practice Test 1

Q: What topics does California DMV Practice Test 1 cover?

This test draws 10 questions from the California DMV handbook covering traffic laws, road signs, right-of-way rules, safe driving practices, and speed limits. Questions are selected using a fixed seed so Practice Test 1 always presents the same set — making it easy to track your improvement over multiple attempts.

Q: What's the difference between Practice Tests 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5?

Each test pulls a different fixed set of 10 questions from the question bank using a unique seed, so Test 1 always shows the same 10 questions, Test 2 always shows a different 10, and so on. Taking all 5 gives you exposure to 50 unique questions. For broader coverage, our premium question bank includes 503+ questions across every topic in the California handbook.

Q: Does this practice test work for Los Angeles and other California cities?

Yes — the CA DMV written knowledge test is the same statewide. Whether you're getting your license in Los Angeles, San Francisco, San Diego, San Jose, Sacramento, Fresno, Long Beach, Oakland, Bakersfield, and Anaheim, or anywhere else in California, this practice test covers exactly what the examiner will ask. Traffic laws and road rules are set at the state level, so there's no city-specific version of the test.

Q: How similar are these questions to the real California DMV test?

Very similar. Every question is sourced from the official California DMV handbook and written in the same multiple-choice format as the real test. The question bank is reviewed regularly to reflect the current handbook edition. While the exact questions on your actual exam will vary, the topics, difficulty, and wording style closely mirror what you'll face at the CA DMV.

Q: How do I pass the California DMV written test?

Work through all 5 free practice tests and read every explanation carefully — understanding the rule behind a correct answer is far more effective than memorising answers. Focus extra time on questions you miss. Consistently scoring above 85% across multiple tests is a strong indicator you're ready. Our premium question bank offers 503+ questions modelled directly on the CA DMV exam.

Question 1

A driver should:

Accepted Answer

Watch beside and around their vehicle, checking ahead, mirrors, and side areas regularly.

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Stare directly in front of their car.

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Only focus on the middle of the road.

Question 2

Animals may be transported in the back of a pickup truck only if:

Accepted Answer

They are properly secured.

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The sides of the truck bed are at least 18 inches high.

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The tailgate of the truck is closed.

Question 3

You should allow an extra cushion of space:

Accepted Answer

When following a driver who cannot see the rear of their vehicle.

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When following a station wagon.

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When following a small passenger car.

Question 4

You want to make a right turn at the corner. A pedestrian with a guide dog is at the corner ready to cross the street in front of you. Before making your right turn, you should:

Accepted Answer

Wait until the person crosses the street.

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Turn off your engine until the person crosses the street.

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Tell the pedestrian when to cross the street.

Question 5

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

Accepted Answer

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

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Answer the call and keep the conversation short.

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

Question 6

Double solid yellow line markings down the center of a road indicate that passing is:

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Not allowed from either direction.

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Allowed from both directions.

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Allowed only from your direction of travel.

Question 7

If you're parked facing uphill with no curb, engage the parking brake and then:

Accepted Answer

Turn your wheels toward the edge of the road.

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Turn your wheels away from the edge of the road.

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Keep your wheels facing straight.

Question 8

While driving all of the following practices are dangerous. Which of these is illegal too?

Accepted Answer

Listening to music through headphones that cover both ears.

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Adjusting your outside mirrors.

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Transporting an unrestrained animal inside the vehicle.

Question 9

While changing lanes:

Accepted Answer

Check your side mirror and look over your shoulder to make sure the lane is clear.

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Check the inside rearview mirror.

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Slow down.

Question 10

If you hit an animal with your vehicle while driving on a California highway, you should:

Accepted Answer

Call the humane society.

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Move the injured animal off the road.

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Continue driving.

Free California DMV Practice Test 1 (2026)

Question 1 of 10

A driver should:

About This California Practice Test

What topics does California DMV Practice Test 1 cover?

What's the difference between Practice Tests 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5?

Does this practice test work for Los Angeles and other California cities?

How similar are these questions to the real California DMV test?

How do I pass the California DMV written test?