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California DMV Practice Exam — Simulate the Real California Written Test

Prepare for the California DMV written test with an exam simulator that mirrors real conditions. 46 questions, 83% passing score, same format — know exactly what to expect on test day at the California DMV.

Exam Rules

  • Questions are drawn randomly from all topics
  • No hints or explanations during the exam
  • You cannot go back to previous questions once answered
  • Use the Skip button to defer difficult questions — they'll return at the end
  • Your results and score will be shown after you complete all questions

These are practice questions based on the official handbook, not actual DMV test questions.

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How the California DMV written test works

The California DMV written knowledge test consists of 46 multiple-choice questions drawn from the California driver handbook. To pass the California exam, you need at least 38 correct answers — a 83% passing score. The California test covers road signs, traffic laws, right-of-way rules, and safe driving practices specific to California.

The California DMV requires an appointment before you can take the written test. Schedule ahead to avoid delays.

In California, the written test is offered in 13 languages: English, Spanish, Chinese, Vietnamese, Korean (+8).

If you don't pass: 3 attempts per application. Under 18: wait 7 days between attempts. 18+: can retake the next business day. After 3 failures, must reapply and pay the fee again.

Try sample California DMV practice questions

These California-specific practice questions come from our bank of 334+. The real California written test draws from similar material in the official California driver handbook.

4 free preview of 46
1

In California, the speed limit in a residential district is:

2

In California, the legal BAC (blood alcohol concentration) limit for drivers 21 and older is:

3
The safest hand position on the steering wheel is:

The safest hand position on the steering wheel is:

4
When making a left turn from a two-way street, you should:

When making a left turn from a two-way street, you should:

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What's included in the California exam simulator

46 questions — matches the real California written test
83% passing score — same as the California DMV
Drawn from 334+ California-specific questions across 13 topics
Detailed explanation after each answer
Unlimited retakes — practice until you're confident
Elapsed timer — track how fast you finish

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Simulate the real California written test — 46 questions, 83% passing threshold, same format as the DMV.

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