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California DMV Permit Test

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  1. 1Traffic Signs & Signals22% of the examRead free →
  2. 2Rules of the Road & Right of Way24% — the largest sectionRead free →
  3. 3Safe Driving & Sharing the Road18%Read free →
  4. 4Speed & Conditions16%Read free →
  5. 5Alcohol, Drugs & California Points/GDL20%Read free →
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Rules of the Road & Right of Way

Two cars reach a four-way stop at the same time, side by side. Who goes first?

  1. AThe driver on the rightCorrect
  2. BThe driver on the left
  3. CThe larger vehicle
  4. DThe driver who honks first

Why: When drivers stop at the same time, the one on the right has the right of way. (California Driver's Handbook, right of way)

Traffic Signs & Signals

What must a driver do when approaching a red, eight-sided sign?

  1. AStop only if a pedestrian is waiting
  2. BYield only to trucks
  3. CCome to a complete stop, then go when it is safeCorrect
  4. DSlow down and merge

Why: A red octagon is a STOP sign; you must stop fully at the limit line or crosswalk, then proceed when it is safe. (California Driver's Handbook, signs)

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The exam itself

California DMV Permit Test, by the numbers.

Questions46
SectionsTraffic Signs & Signals · Rules of the Road & Right of Way · Safe Driving & Sharing the Road · Speed & Conditions · Alcohol, Drugs & California Points/GDL
Passing score38/46
Our bank22 questions · updated August 2026Written from California DMV
LanguagesEnglish
SourceCalifornia DMV
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Is your mock the same as the real California DMV Permit Test?

No. Ours is 22 questions in 22 minutes; the real exam is 46 questions. Use the mock for stamina and section timing, not as a score predictor.

What score do I need?

38/46 — as published by California DMV. Confirm the current rule with them before your exam date.

Practice questions are AI-assisted study material written from California DMV and reviewed by PrepPass — for practice only, not official exam questions. Bank updated August 2026. PrepPass is an independent study resource and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or approved by California DMV. Always confirm current exam details with California DMV.
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