Ambulance Driver’s License Review 2026–2027 – California DMV Study Guide, Practice Questions & Exam Prep

Ambulance Driver’s License Review 2026–2027 – California
DMV Study Guide, Practice Questions & Exam Prep


When driving an ambulance under "Code 3," the driver should




a.) display a flashing red warning lamp.

b.) avoid passing vehicles on their right.

c.) have the siren on at all times.

d.) do all of the above. - correct answers -b.) avoid passing vehicles on their right.




If your ambulance drivers certificate has been revoked for reckless driving, when are you allowed to
reapply?




a.) You must wait for a year before reapplying.

b.) You must wait for a minimum of six months.

c.) Within a year.

d.) After three years. - correct answers -a.) You must wait for a year before reapplying.




A utility floodlight on the ambulance may be displayed when




a.) at all times.

b.) never.

c.) loading or unloading a patient.

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, d.) when driving at "Code 3." - correct answers -c.) loading or unloading a patient.




A temporary certificate becomes void after




a.) 1 year.

b.) 5 years.

c.) 180 days.

d.) 3 months. - correct answers -c.) 180 days.




The amber warning lights on the ambulance may be displayed only




a.) when loading a patient.

b.) at the scene of an emergency.

c.) during an unusual traffic hazard.

d.) during "Code 3" operation. - correct answers -c.) during an unusual traffic hazard.




In city traffic, a driver with car windows open and no radio playing might not detect the siren more than
_____ feet away.




a.) 15

b.) 100

c.) 50

d.) 123 - correct answers -d.) 123



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