CA MV WRITTEN TEST
EXAM QUESTIONS WITH VERIFIED
ANSWERS
You see a flashing yellow traffic signal at an upcoming intersection. The flashing yellow
light means:
A. Stop before entering the intersection, as long as you can do so safely.
B. Stop. Yield to all cross traffic before crossing the intersection.
C. Slow down and cross the intersection carefully. - Answer-C. Slow down and cross
the intersection carefully.
California's "Basic Speed Law" says you must:
A. Keep your speed close to that of other traffic.
B. Never drive faster than is safe for current conditions.
C. Always drive at the posted speed limit. - Answer-B. Never drive faster than is safe for
current conditions.
Which of these vehicles must always stop before crossing railroad tracks?
A. Tank trucks marked with hazardous materials placards.
B. Motor homes or pickup trucks towing a boat trailer.
C. Any vehicle with three or more axles and weighing more than 4,000 pounds. -
Answer-A. Tank trucks marked with hazardous materials placards.
You may cross a double yellow line to pass another vehicle if the yellow line next to:
A. The other side of the road is a solid line.
B. Your side of the road is a broken line.
C. The other side of the road is a broken line. - Answer-B. Your side of the road is a
broken line.
In inclement weather, you should:
A. Steer off the road.
B. Drive in a low gear.
C. Steer and brake smoothly. - Answer-C. Steer and brake smoothly.
If a tire blows out, you should:
A. Apply the brake and hold it.
B. Hold the steering wheel tightly and use the brakes lightly.
, C. Pull over quickly. - Answer-B. Hold the steering wheel tightly and use the brakes
lightly.
Which of these statements is true about driving and taking medications?
A. Most cold medications can make a person drowsy.
B. Over-the-counter medications cannot impair driving ability if taken in the
recommended dosages.
C. Medications are safe to take at any time, if prescribed by a doctor. - Answer-A. Most
cold medications can make a person drowsy.
As you approach an intersection with a flashing yellow light:
A. Stop before crossing the intersection.
B. Slow down and proceed with caution.
C. Wait for a green light before proceeding. - Answer-B. Slow down and proceed with
caution.
If your vehicle starts to lose traction because of water on the road, you should:
A. Drive at a constant speed to gain better traction.
B. Apply the brakes firmly to prevent your vehicle from sliding.
C. Slow down gradually and not apply the brakes. - Answer-C. Slow down gradually and
not apply the brakes.
What is the difference between traffic lights with red arrows and those with solid red
lights?
A. Red arrows are only used to stop traffic which is turning.
B. Red arrows are only used for protected turn lanes.
C. You cannot turn on a red arrow, even if you stop first. - Answer-C. You cannot turn
on a red arrow, even if you stop first.
It is illegal to park your vehicle:
A. In an unmarked crosswalk.
B. Within three feet of a private driveway.
C. In a bicycle lane. - Answer-A. In an unmarked crosswalk.
On a multilane road, a dashed yellow line next to a solid yellow line means:
A. Passing is prohibited from both directions.
B. Passing is permitted from both directions.
C. Passing is permitted only from the direction next to the dashed line. - Answer-C.
Passing is permitted only from the direction next to the dashed line.
EXAM QUESTIONS WITH VERIFIED
ANSWERS
You see a flashing yellow traffic signal at an upcoming intersection. The flashing yellow
light means:
A. Stop before entering the intersection, as long as you can do so safely.
B. Stop. Yield to all cross traffic before crossing the intersection.
C. Slow down and cross the intersection carefully. - Answer-C. Slow down and cross
the intersection carefully.
California's "Basic Speed Law" says you must:
A. Keep your speed close to that of other traffic.
B. Never drive faster than is safe for current conditions.
C. Always drive at the posted speed limit. - Answer-B. Never drive faster than is safe for
current conditions.
Which of these vehicles must always stop before crossing railroad tracks?
A. Tank trucks marked with hazardous materials placards.
B. Motor homes or pickup trucks towing a boat trailer.
C. Any vehicle with three or more axles and weighing more than 4,000 pounds. -
Answer-A. Tank trucks marked with hazardous materials placards.
You may cross a double yellow line to pass another vehicle if the yellow line next to:
A. The other side of the road is a solid line.
B. Your side of the road is a broken line.
C. The other side of the road is a broken line. - Answer-B. Your side of the road is a
broken line.
In inclement weather, you should:
A. Steer off the road.
B. Drive in a low gear.
C. Steer and brake smoothly. - Answer-C. Steer and brake smoothly.
If a tire blows out, you should:
A. Apply the brake and hold it.
B. Hold the steering wheel tightly and use the brakes lightly.
, C. Pull over quickly. - Answer-B. Hold the steering wheel tightly and use the brakes
lightly.
Which of these statements is true about driving and taking medications?
A. Most cold medications can make a person drowsy.
B. Over-the-counter medications cannot impair driving ability if taken in the
recommended dosages.
C. Medications are safe to take at any time, if prescribed by a doctor. - Answer-A. Most
cold medications can make a person drowsy.
As you approach an intersection with a flashing yellow light:
A. Stop before crossing the intersection.
B. Slow down and proceed with caution.
C. Wait for a green light before proceeding. - Answer-B. Slow down and proceed with
caution.
If your vehicle starts to lose traction because of water on the road, you should:
A. Drive at a constant speed to gain better traction.
B. Apply the brakes firmly to prevent your vehicle from sliding.
C. Slow down gradually and not apply the brakes. - Answer-C. Slow down gradually and
not apply the brakes.
What is the difference between traffic lights with red arrows and those with solid red
lights?
A. Red arrows are only used to stop traffic which is turning.
B. Red arrows are only used for protected turn lanes.
C. You cannot turn on a red arrow, even if you stop first. - Answer-C. You cannot turn
on a red arrow, even if you stop first.
It is illegal to park your vehicle:
A. In an unmarked crosswalk.
B. Within three feet of a private driveway.
C. In a bicycle lane. - Answer-A. In an unmarked crosswalk.
On a multilane road, a dashed yellow line next to a solid yellow line means:
A. Passing is prohibited from both directions.
B. Passing is permitted from both directions.
C. Passing is permitted only from the direction next to the dashed line. - Answer-C.
Passing is permitted only from the direction next to the dashed line.
