8 California Driving Test Tips That Will Guarantee Success

California driving test tips are important. Because a California driving test can be intimidating. It’s no surprise that many people fail the first time they take it! With all of the rules and regulations, it is easy to forget some key points.

California Driving Test Tips

I’ve been driving for years and have taken my fair share of tests, but I’m here to tell you that the California driving test is a whole other beast. In fact, I failed it twice before finally passing with flying colors! But don’t worry, because I’m going to give you some great tips on how to make sure your next trip out on the road goes off without a hitch.
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Are you a California driving test newbie? If so, then this blog post is for you! We’ll be discussing how to pass your driving test the first time around. It’s essential that you’re well-informed and prepared before the big day arrives. This way, when it comes time to take your driving exam at the DMV, you’ll know exactly what to do and won’t get nervous or frustrated. These driving test tips will help ensure that you have success on your first try! Of course, you can also check the official DMV website to learn more about California driving test tips.

Study Driving Rules and Regulations

Study driving rules and regulations. You need to know your state’s driving laws so that you’re aware of what’s expected during your driving test. Pay special attention to traffic signs, road markings, pedestrian crossings, and school zones – these are all important! There is a total ban on cell phone use while driving in California unless you use a hands-free system in your car that will not take your eyes off the road.

Practice Driving on a Test Track

Practice driving on a test track. You’ll need to show that you can stay in your lane and make safe driving maneuvers by driving at low speeds around an empty parking lot or empty cul de sac of homes, following all traffic rules along the way.

Practice With Family Members

Go for practice drives with other family members that will guide you. You must show that you are driving safely and following all of the rules, so make sure to practice before going in for your driving test. Also, you can get your family member’s neutral opinion about your driving as if they are your examiner on the test day.

Prepare Driving Maneuvers

Prepare driving maneuvers that you will have to do on the test ahead of time. If you know what driving tests are coming up, start practicing these now so that you can get a feel for them and be comfortable with them when they come in your driving exam.

Watch Driving Test Videos

Watch videos about driving tests or see movies where characters take their driving lesson so that you can practice driving even when you don’t have your vehicle. Also, many youtube videos show the behind-the-wheel exam route. You can take notes from these informative videos and avoid making the same mistakes.

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According to California law, if you are under 18 years old, you will get a test of 46 questions. To pass the test, you must at least answer 38 of the questions correctly. This means, your passing score must be 85%.

If you are over 18, you’ll get 36 questions. To pass the test, you have to answer 31 questions correctly. If you fail you can take it again, in 15 mins later.

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1. Question 1 of 43

   1. Question

   Roadways are the most slippery:

   • During a heavy downpour.
   • After it has been raining for awhile.
   • The first rain after a dry spell.
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2. Question 2 of 43

   2. Question

   

   A solid yellow line next to a broken yellow line means that vehicles means:

   • In both directions may pass
   • Next to broken line may pass
   • Next to solid line may pass
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3. Question 3 of 43

   3. Question

   There is no crosswalk and you see a pedestrian crossing your lane ahead. You should:

   • Make eye contact and then pass him/her.
   • Slow down as you pass him/her.
   • Stop and let him/her finish crossing the street.
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4. Question 4 of 43

   4. Question

   You see a signal person at a road construction site ahead. You should obey his or her instructions:

   • Unless they conflict with existing signs, signals, or laws.
   • Only if you see orange cones on the road ahead.
   • At all times
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5. Question 5 of 43

   5. Question

   Always stop before you cross railroad tracks when:

   • The railroad crossing is located in a city or town that has frequent train traffic.
   • You transport two or more young children in a passenger vehicle.
   • You don't have room on the other side to completely cross the tracks.
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6. Question 6 of 43

   6. Question

   When you tailgate other drivers (drive close to their rear bumper):

   • You help reduce traffic congestion.
   • Listening to music through headphones that cover both ears.
   • Transporting an unrestrained animal inside the vehicle.
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7. Question 7 of 43

   7. Question

   You are driving on the freeway. The vehicle in front of you is a large truck. You should drive:

   • Closely behind the truck in bad weather because the driver can see farther ahead.
   • Farther behind the truck than you would for a passenger vehicle.
   • No more than one car length behind the truck so the driver can see you
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8. Question 8 of 43

   8. Question

   Should you always drive slower than other traffic?

   • Yes, it is always safer than driving faster than other traffic.
   • No, you can block traffic when you drive too slowly.
   • Yes, it is a good defensive driving technique.
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9. Question 9 of 43

   9. Question

   When can you drive in a bike lane?

   • When you want to pass a driver ahead of you who is turning right.
   • When you are within 200 feet of a cross street where you plan to turn right.
   • During rush hour traffic if there are no bicyclists in the bike lane.
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10. Question 10 of 43

    10. Question

    You see a flashing yellow traffic signal at an upcoming intersection. The flashing yellow light means:

    • Stop. Yield to all cross traffic before crossing the intersection.
    • Stop before entering the intersection as long as you can do so safely.
    • Slow down and cross the intersection carefully.
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11. Question 11 of 43

    11. Question

    It is a very windy day. You are driving and a dust storm blows across the freeway reducing your visibility. You should drive slower and turn on your:

    • Interior lights
    • Parking lights
    • Headlights
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12. Question 12 of 43

    12. Question

    You drive defensively when you:

    • Keep your eyes moving to look for possible hazards.
    • Look only at the car in front of you while driving.
    • Always put one car length between you and the car ahead.
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13. Question 13 of 43

    13. Question

    If you plan to pass another vehicle, you should:

    • Assume the other driver will maintain a constant speed.
    • Assume the other driver will let you pass if you use your turn signal.
    • Not assume the other driver will make space for you to return to your lane.
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14. Question 14 of 43

    14. Question

    You are driving on a freeway posted for 65 mph. Most of the other vehicles are driving 70 mph or faster. You may legally drive:

    • 70 mph or faster to keep up with the speed of traffic.
    • Between 65 mph and 70 mph.
    • No faster than 65 mph.
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15. Question 15 of 43

    15. Question

    If you drive faster than other vehicles on a road with one lane in each direction and continually pass the other cars, you will:

    • Increase your chances of an accident.
    • Get you to your destination much faster and safer.
    • Help prevent traffic congestion.
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16. Question 16 of 43

    16. Question

    Which of these vehicles must always stop before crossing railroad tracks?

    • Tank trucks marked with hazardous materials placards.
    • Motor homes or pickup trucks towing a boat trailer.
    • Any vehicle with 3 or more axles or weighing more than 4,000 pounds.
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17. Question 17 of 43

    17. Question

    A large truck is ahead of you and is turning right onto a street with two lanes in each direction. The truck:

    • Must stay in the right lane at all times while turning.
    • May have to swing wide to complete the right turn.
    • May complete its turn in either of the two lanes.
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18. Question 18 of 43

    18. Question

    You are driving on a one-way street. You may turn left onto another one-way street only if:

    • Traffic on the street moves to the left.
    • Traffic on the street moves to the right.
    • A sign permits the turn.
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19. Question 19 of 43

    19. Question

    You may not park your vehicle:

    • Within 100 feet of an elementary school.
    • Next to a red painted curb.
    • On the side of the freeway in an emergency.
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20. Question 20 of 43

    20. Question

    You must notify the DMV within 5 days if you:

    • Sell or transfer your vehicle.
    • Fail a smog test for your vehicle.
    • Get a new prescription for lenses or contacts.
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21. Question 21 of 43

    21. Question

    You must obey instructions from school crossing guards:

    • Unless you do not see any children present.
    • At all times.
    • Only during school hours.
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22. Question 22 of 43

    22. Question

    You are getting ready to make a right turn. You should:

    • Signal and turn immediately.
    • Slow down or stop, if necessary, and then make the turn.
    • Stop before entering the right lane and let all other traffic go first.
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23. Question 23 of 43

    23. Question

    If you have a green light, but traffic is blocking the intersection, you should:

    • Stay out of the intersection until traffic clears.
    • Enter the intersection and wait until traffic clears.
    • Merge into another lane and try to go around the traffic.
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24. Question 24 of 43

    24. Question

    Two sets of solid, double, yellow lines that are two or more feet apart:

    • May not be crossed for any reason.
    • May be crossed to enter or exit a private driveway.
    • Should be treated as a separate traffic lane.
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25. Question 25 of 43

    25. Question

    You want to make a right turn at an upcoming intersection. You should slow down and:

    • Move toward the left side of your lane.
    • Avoid driving in the bicycle lane.
    • Signal for 100 feet before turning.
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26. Question 26 of 43

    26. Question

    It is illegal to park your vehicle:

    • In an unmarked crosswalk.
    • Within three feet of a private driveway.
    • In a bicycle lane.
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27. Question 27 of 43

    27. Question

    The safest precaution that you can take regarding the use of cellular phones and driving is:

    • Use hands-free devices so you can keep both hands on the steering wheel.
    • Keep your phone within easy reach so you won't need to take your eyes off the road.
    • Review the number before answering a call.
    • Never answer a call.
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28. Question 28 of 43

    28. Question

    You are about to make a left turn. You must signal continuously during the last ____ feet before the turn.

    • 25
    • 50
    • 75
    • 100
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29. Question 29 of 43

    29. Question

    Which of the following statements about blind spots is true?

    • They are eliminated if you have one outside mirror on each side of the vehicle.
    • Large trucks have bigger blind spots than most passenger vehicles.
    • Blind spots can be checked by looking in your rear view mirrors.
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30. Question 30 of 43

    30. Question

    If you are involved in a traffic collision, you are required to complete and submit a written report (SR1) to the DMV:

    • Only if you or the other driver is injured.
    • If there is property damage in excess of $1,000 or if there are any injuries.
    • Only if you are at fault.
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31. Question 31 of 43

    31. Question

    To turn left from a multilane one-way street onto a one-way street, you should start your turn from:

    • Any lane (as long as it is safe).
    • The lane closest to the left curb.
    • The lane in the center of the road.
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32. Question 32 of 43

    32. Question

    You have been involved in a minor traffic collision with a parked vehicle and you can’t find the owner. You must:

    • Leave a note on the vehicle.
    • Report the accident without delay to the city police or, in unincorporated areas, to the CHP.
    • Both of above.
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33. Question 33 of 43

    33. Question

    Unless otherwise posted the speed limit in a residential area is ____.

    • 20
    • 25
    • 30
    • 35
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34. Question 34 of 43

    34. Question

    You may legally block an intersection:

    • When you entered the intersection on the green light.
    • Under no circumstances.
    • During rush hour traffic.
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35. Question 35 of 43

    35. Question

    When parking uphill on a two-way street with no curb, your front wheels should be:

    • Turned to the right (away from the street).
    • Turned to the left (toward the street).
    • Parallel with the pavement.
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36. Question 36 of 43

    36. Question

    With a Class C drivers license a person may drive:

    • A 3-axle vehicle if the Gross Vehicle Weight is less than 6,000 pounds.
    • Any 3-axle vehicle regardless of the weight.
    • A vehicle pulling two trailers.
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37. Question 37 of 43

    37. Question

    You are approaching a railroad crossing with no warning devices and are unable to see 400 feet down the tracks in one direction. The speed limit is:

    • 15
    • 25
    • 35
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38. Question 38 of 43

    38. Question

    When parking your vehicle parallel to the curb on a level street:

    • Your front wheels must be turned toward the street.
    • Your wheels must be within 18 inches of the curb.
    • One of your rear wheels must touch the curb.
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39. Question 39 of 43

    39. Question

    To avoid last minute moves, you should be looking down the road to where your vehicle will be in about ______________.

    • 5 to 10 seconds
    • 10 to 15 seconds
    • 15 to 20 seconds
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40. Question 40 of 43

    40. Question

    California’s “Basic Speed Law” says:

    • You should never drive faster than posted speed limits.
    • You should never drive faster than is safe for current conditions.
    • The maximum speed limit in California is 70 mph on certain freeways.
    Correct
    

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41. Question 41 of 43

    41. Question

    A school bus ahead of you in your lane is stopped with red lights flashing. You should:

    • Stop, then proceed when you think all of the children have exited the bus.
    • Slow to 25 MPH and pass cautiously.
    • Stop as long as the red lights are flashing.
    Correct
    

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42. Question 42 of 43

    42. Question

    A white painted curb means:

    • Loading zone for passengers or mail only.
    • Loading zone for freight or passengers.
    • Loading zone for freight only.
    Correct
    

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43. Question 43 of 43

    43. Question

    When you are merging onto the freeway, you should be driving:

    • At or near the same speed as the traffic on the freeway.
    • 5 to 10 MPH slower than the traffic on the freeway.
    • The posted speed limit for traffic on the freeway.
    Correct
    

    Incorrect
    

Get Feedback From Others

Get feedback from people who know how to drive so that they can see if there are any other driving mistakes you make and give positive reinforcement for the things that you’re doing well.

Find a driving instructor at driving schools in California like where they will show you how to drive and answer your driving questions. Avoid learning from other people who are not professionals, like family members or friends whose backgrounds are not driving instructors.

Try Practicing On Different Roads

Try practicing on different types of roads with varying conditions so that when you encounter a surprise on the test day, you’ll not be caught off guard.

If you need to take driving lessons for when your permit expires, enroll in driving school so that the driving instructor can help guide and coach you on what should be done better next time.

Know Your Vehicle

It is essential to know your vehicle. Before the exam, you have to get used to your car. The signals, driving gears, driving speed, and so on should be well-known to you.

It is vital that your car has at least four tires in good condition, a windshield, and seatbelts for the passenger seats. Make sure that when driving, there are no objects (like people or animals) nearby because these may distract you from driving safely.

How to Pass Your California Driver’s License Test

California driving test tips in this article should help you pass your CA driver’s license test. If you are still not sure, we have a list of resources for studying at the bottom of this post! Don’t forget to share with friends and family who need help as well. Good luck on your exam!