California Permit Practice Test 11 (2026)

Question 1 of 20

Two vehicles meet on a steep, narrow mountain road where neither can pass. Who has the right-of-way?

1. The vehicle facing downhill
2. The larger vehicle
3. The vehicle facing uphill

Question 2 of 20

In a residential district, you may make a U-turn if no vehicles are approaching within:

1. 100 feet
2. 200 feet
3. 50 feet

Question 3 of 20

You are driving behind a large truck and cannot see its side mirrors. This means:

1. The truck driver cannot see you
2. You are at a safe following distance
3. The truck is about to turn

Question 4 of 20

You choose to drive slower than the other traffic on a multilane road. Which lane should you use?

1. The left lane
2. Any lane
3. The right lane

Question 5 of 20

When can you turn left on a red light?

1. From a one-way street onto another one-way street, unless a sign prohibits it
2. Never
3. From any street, after a full stop

Question 6 of 20

A passenger car at 55 mph can stop within about 300 feet. How far can a large vehicle at the same speed need to stop?

1. About 200 feet
2. Up to 400 feet
3. The same 300 feet

Question 7 of 20

It is illegal to follow a fire engine or ambulance with its siren or flashing lights on within:

1. 100 feet
2. 50 feet
3. 300 feet

Question 8 of 20

You are towing a trailer on a road with marked lanes. Which lane must you use?

1. The far-right lane or a lane marked for slower vehicles
2. The far-left lane
3. Any lane

Question 9 of 20

A truck ahead moves to the left before turning right. Why?

1. The driver changed their mind
2. The driver is about to pass you
3. Large vehicles must often swing wide to complete a turn

Question 10 of 20

You are already in an intersection when you see an emergency vehicle with its siren on. What should you do?

1. Stop in the middle of the intersection
2. Continue through the intersection, then pull to the right and stop
3. Back up out of the intersection

Question 11 of 20

You approach a tow truck stopped on the shoulder with flashing amber lights. You must:

1. Move over and slow down
2. Keep your lane and speed
3. Stop behind it

Question 12 of 20

On which side should you pass a large vehicle?

1. On the left side
2. On the right side
3. Either side

Question 13 of 20

An ambulance with its siren and red lights on is coming up behind you. You should:

1. Drive to the right edge of the road and stop until it passes
2. Speed up to get out of its way
3. Stop immediately in your lane

Question 14 of 20

A diamond-shaped placard on a truck means:

1. The truck is over the weight limit
2. The truck's load may be dangerous, and it must stop before railroad tracks
3. The driver is in training

Question 15 of 20

Is it legal to smoke in a vehicle when a minor is inside?

1. No, you can be fined
2. Yes, if the windows are open
3. Yes, if the vehicle is parked

Question 16 of 20

A bus or streetcar is stopped at a safety zone. What is the fastest you may pass it?

1. 5 mph
2. 10 mph
3. 25 mph

Question 17 of 20

A motorcycle is ahead of you in your lane. Can you pass it without changing lanes?

1. Yes, if it is riding near the edge
2. Yes, if you honk first
3. No, never pass a motorcycle in the same lane

Question 18 of 20

You park on a hill where there is no curb. Which way should you turn your wheels?

1. To the right, so the car rolls away from the center of the road
2. To the left, toward the center of the road
3. Straight ahead

Question 19 of 20

A school bus is stopped with its red lights flashing on a two-lane road. What must you do?

1. Stop, from either direction, until the children have crossed and the lights stop flashing
2. Stop only if you are behind the bus
3. Slow to 10 mph and pass carefully

Question 20 of 20

Unless otherwise posted, the speed limit in business or residential districts is:

1. 35 mph
2. 15 mph
3. 25 mph