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California DMV Permit Free Practice Test (15 Questions)

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Where these questions come from

Each question is built from the official California driver manual. The real test asks the same topics with different wording.

Passing score on the real California permit test: 83% (13 of 15 correct here).

Sample California permit-test questions

Below are 4 sample questions from the California question bank. The interactive practice test above randomizes from the same pool.

Safety belts have been proven to

  1. Have little effect on safety
  2. Cause more harm in crashes
  3. Reduce injuries and deaths

Correct answer: C

Explanation: Safety belts significantly reduce injuries and fatalities in accidents, which is why their use is legally required.

What's the standard speed limit in residential areas, unless posted otherwise?

  1. 20 mph
  2. 25 mph
  3. 30 mph

Correct answer: B

Explanation: The default residential speed limit in California is 25 mph unless otherwise indicated.

After passing, when can you safely return to your original lane?

  1. When the passed car honks
  2. When you see the driver's face in your mirror
  3. When you see headlights in your reaview mirror

Correct answer: C

Explanation: You can safely return to your lane after passing when the passed vehicle's headlights appear in your rearview mirror.

What's a key practice to help avoid collisions while driving?

  1. Scanning ahead continuously
  2. Following closely behind trucks
  3. Frequent lane changes

Correct answer: A

Explanation: Regularly scanning ahead and around your vehicle helps detect hazards early, preventing crashes.