DMV handbook questions and answers 2025 CA Flashcards

DMV handbook questions and answers 2025 CA Flashcards Passenger restriction for provisional drivers No passengers under 20 years old without a supervising driver.Attempts to pass knowledge testThree attempts.Does California offer driver's licenses to undocumented residents?Yes Form to cancel a teen's licenseA Request for Cancellation or Surrender of a Driver License or ID Card form.Donut tire usage during drive testNo.Consequences of vehicle not meeting requirements Your drive test will be rescheduled.Behind-the-wheel drive test evaluationYour ability to safely drive a vehicle.Accompaniment during drive testOnly the examiner.What is the purpose of a California ID card? Identification purposes Seat belts requirementThey must work properly and be used.REAL ID RequirementsInformation can be found at dmv.ca.gov/realid.Knowledge test questionsMultiple choice questions.Minimum tread depth for tires1/32-inch.Refundability of application feeNo.Where can you find more information about applying for a

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dmv.ca.gov/realid Turn/arm signals demonstrationLeft turn, right turn, slowing down or stopping.Where can veterans find information about requirements and benefits for a veteran designation on their license?dmv.ca.gov/veterans Minimum Age for Practicing Driver for 50 Hours At least 25 years old.Windshield wipers demonstrationTheir function.Horn audibility requirementAt least 200 feet.Wait time for minors to retake drive test 14 days, not including the day of the failure.Instruction PermitA permit required before taking the behind-the-wheel drive test if you don't have a driver's license from California or another state.Rental vehicle requirement for drive test Your name must be listed on the rental contract, and it must not exclude drive tests.Selecting a Driving SchoolMore information can be found at dmv.ca.gov/driver-ed.Night Driving Hours for Minors10 hours must be at night.Second exception to the restrictionsDriving for schooling or a school activity.Where can you find more information about driver's licenses for undocumented residents?dmv.ca.gov/dl Application Approval for MinorsA parent or guardian must sign to approve the application and accept financial responsibility.Does the DMV offer reduced-fee, no-fee, or senior ID cards?Yes

Can an ID card be used to drive?No Application Steps for Instruction Permit A complete list can be found at dmv.ca.gov/instructionpermit.Brake lights requirementBe operational.Tests required for a driver's licenseKnowledge test(s) and behind-the-wheel drive test.Medical need exception documentationA note signed by your physician.Minimum Age for Driver's LicenseAt least 16 years old if you are under 18.Use of interpretersDuring the pre-drive inspection for the identification and use of certain controls.Minimum age of supervising driver for practice driving25 years old.Third exception to the restrictionsDriving for work reasons.Programs Required for MinorsYou must prove you completed driver education and driver training.Using Instruction PermitYou must start behind-the-wheel driver training with an instructor who will validate the permit.Interior recording devices requirementThey must be powered off or disabled.Purpose of the Parent Teen Driving Contract To establish driving rules and expectations.Documentation for work exceptionA note signed by your employer.Practice Driving Hours for MinorsAt least 50 hours.Steps to Apply for Class C Instruction Permit Complete an application, provide documents, pay a fee, pass knowledge test(s), and pass a vision test.What does a California driver's license allow you to do?Drive on public roads.Where can you complete an ID card application and find information on acceptable documents?dmv.ca.gov/id-cards What is the most common type of driver's license needed by people?A noncommercial Class C driver's license.Corrective lenses restrictionYour driver's license will have a corrective lenses restriction.What must your driver's license or ID card be compliant with starting in May 2025?

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Driver window requirementOpen.Where can you find information on vehicles covered by a Class C license?dmv.ca.gov/dl Minimum Duration of Instruction PermitAt least 6 months before scheduling your behind-the-wheel drive test if you are under 18.What tests are required to get a driver's license in California?A knowledge test and a behind-the-wheel drive test.Where can you find information about becoming an organ and tissue donor?donateLIFEcalifornia.org Tests required for an instruction permit Knowledge test(s) and vision test.Application Steps for Driver's LicenseA complete list can be found at dmv.ca.gov/dlservices.Prohibited items during drive testThe use of a recording device.Supervising driver's responsibility during practice drivingTake control of the vehicle if needed.Nighttime driving restriction for provisional drivers11 p.m. to 5 a.m.

Rear-view mirrors requirementAt least two.Driving restrictions for provisional drivers No driving between 11 p.m. and 5 a.m., and no passengers under 20 years old without a supervising driver.Windshield requirementIt must allow a full, clear, unblocked view.Prohibited items during knowledge testsTesting aids, such as a California Driver's Handbook or cell phone.Accompanying driver requirementAnother California-licensed driver who is at least 18 years old (25 for minors).Fourth exception to the restrictionsDriving an immediate family member.Driver Education ProgramA program that must be completed if you are under 18 and applying for an instruction permit.Documentation for family member exception A note signed by your parent or legal guardian.Document needed if identity document and application name do not match Legal full name document.Additional restriction for provisional license Cannot drive for pay or operate vehicles that require a commercial Class A, B, or C license.Purpose of the Driving Performance Evaluation (DPE) Score Sheet To evaluate driving skills.Scheduling behind-the-wheel drive testdmv.ca.gov/make-an-appointment.Wait time for minors to retake knowledge test Seven days, not including the day of the failure.Who can cancel a teen's licenseA parent or guardian.Minimum Age for Instruction PermitAt least 15½ years old if you are under 18.Voter Registration InformationInformation can be found at sos.ca.gov.What is the purpose of the California Driver's Handbook?It provides information needed to pass the knowledge and behind-the-wheel drive tests.Employer's note confirmationYour employment.ProvisionalThe word that will be on your driver's license if you are under 18.Instructor's ID CardMust be carried by instructors.Source for more details on minor's restrictions and exceptions dmv.ca.gov/dlservices.Report of Vision Examination formHave your eye doctor complete a Report of Vision Examination form.Renewal behind-the-wheel test requirement Drivers with a vision or medical condition.First exception to the restrictionsA medical need.Contents of parent or guardian's noteThe reason you need to drive, the family member, and date when the need will end.Steps after Obtaining Instruction Permit Practice driving with a California-licensed driver and pass a behind-the-wheel drive test.Documents for Instruction PermitProof of identity, two proofs of residency, legal full name document (if needed), and social security number.What documents are required to get an ID card? Identity document, residency documents, and social security number.Driver Education and Training LocationsOffered at DMV-licensed driving schools and some high schools.

Testing options availabilitydmv.ca.gov/dl.Who are ID cards issued to?Eligible persons of any age Minimum Age for Practicing DriverAt least 18 years old (25 for minors).What are three situations where you will need a REAL ID compliant card?Boarding domestic flights, entering military bases, and entering most federal facilities.Documents required for behind-the-wheel test Your instruction permit or driver's license, proof of insurance, and vehicle registration.Contents of physician's note for medical need Your medical condition and date you are expected to recover.DMV vision testTo ensure they can see well enough to drive safely.Foot brake clearance requirementAt least one inch.Documentation for schooling exceptionA note signed by your school principal, dean, or designee.Emergency brake demonstrationHow to set and release it.Examiner's instructions during drive test Give two or more instructions at one time.