California Permit Practice Test 7 (2026)

Question 1 of 20

What rule does the handbook recommend for a safe following distance?

1. The one-second rule
2. One car length for every 20 mph
3. The three-second rule

Question 2 of 20

When may a driver under 18 use a cell phone while driving?

1. Any time, in hands-free mode
2. To answer calls from parents
3. Only to call for emergency assistance

Question 3 of 20

In heavy rain or snow you cannot see farther than 100 feet. What is the fastest it is safe to drive?

1. 15 mph
2. 30 mph
3. 45 mph

Question 4 of 20

A vehicle merges into your lane too closely in front of you. What should you do?

1. Take your foot off the accelerator to make space
2. Brake hard immediately
3. Honk and flash your lights

Question 5 of 20

Can an adult driver hold a cell phone while driving to make a quick call?

1. Yes, for calls under one minute
2. No, using a handheld cell phone while driving is illegal
3. Yes, at red lights

Question 6 of 20

Your car starts to hydroplane on a wet road. What should you do?

1. Brake firmly right away
2. Turn the wheel sharply to one side
3. Slow down gradually and do not use the brakes

Question 7 of 20

What does California's Basic Speed Law say?

1. Never drive faster than is safe for current conditions, regardless of the posted limit
2. You may always drive at the posted limit
3. You may drive 5 mph over the limit to pass

Question 8 of 20

What is the maximum speed you should drive on ice?

1. 15 mph
2. 25 mph
3. 5 mph

Question 9 of 20

It is illegal to leave a child unattended in a vehicle if the child is:

1. Ten years old or younger
2. Under 18
3. Six years old or younger

Question 10 of 20

On a cold, wet day, which part of the road is likely to freeze first?

1. Bridges and overpasses
2. Roads in direct sunlight
3. Newly paved roads

Question 11 of 20

How far should you sit from the steering wheel airbag cover?

1. At least 3 inches
2. At least 10 inches
3. At least 2 feet

Question 12 of 20

A sign shows a picture inside a red circle with a red line through it. What does it mean?

1. The action shown is allowed only at certain hours
2. The action shown is recommended but not required
3. The action shown in the picture is not allowed

Question 13 of 20

What does this sign mean?

1. Keep right: the road narrows
2. You may not turn right here
3. You may turn right only on a red light

Question 14 of 20

When driving at night, how can you tell you are going the wrong way on a road?

1. The road reflectors shine blue in your headlights
2. The road reflectors shine red in your headlights
3. The road reflectors do not shine at all

Question 15 of 20

You just turned onto a road and see this sign. What should you do?

1. When it is safe, back out or turn around
2. Keep going and leave at the next exit
3. Stop in your lane and wait for the police

Question 16 of 20

You want to turn left at the next intersection and see this sign. What does it mean?

1. You may not turn left here
2. Only left turns are allowed here
3. The left lane ends ahead

Question 17 of 20

What does this sign mean?

1. U-turns are allowed only here
2. The road makes a sharp curve ahead
3. No U-turns

Question 18 of 20

What must you do at this sign?

1. Make a full stop before the crosswalk or limit line, then go when it is safe
2. Slow down and stop only if you see other traffic
3. Stop only if a pedestrian is waiting to cross

Question 19 of 20

What is the speed limit on a two-lane undivided highway, unless otherwise posted?

1. 45 mph
2. 55 mph
3. 65 mph

Question 20 of 20

What does this sign mean?

1. Do not stop or park on this road
2. One-way road ahead: enter slowly
3. Do not enter the road or ramp where the sign is posted