PassEveryTest
Nederlands

California DMV Practice Test 2026

The California DMV knowledge test is the multiple-choice test you pass to get an instruction permit. It is based on the California Driver's Handbook, and you need 80% to pass. These questions cover California's own rules first, then general US rules and road signs.

  • Rijbewijs
  • Californië
  • 205 vragen
  • Gecontroleerd op 10 oktober 2026

Kort antwoord

Geslaagd: 80%. Afgenomen door: California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV). Minimumleeftijd: 15½. Oefen hier gratis met 205 vragen, elk met het antwoord en een uitleg. Gecontroleerd aan de hand van officiële bronnen op 10 oktober 2026.

Lees dit voordat je gaat oefenenBegin met de California Driver's Handbook Study Guide: notities in begrijpelijke taal, schema’s en de getallen die je moet onthouden.

  1. Vraag 1 van 25

    What is the minimum age for a California instruction permit for a teen?
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: D. 15½

    Teens must be at least 15½ to get a California instruction permit.

  2. Vraag 2 van 25

    What must a California applicant under 17½ show to get an instruction permit?
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: A. A certificate of completion or enrollment in driver education

    Minors need a Certificate of Completion or Enrollment in Driver Education. Those over 17½ but under 18 may skip the certificates.

  3. Vraag 3 van 25

    Who must sign a California permit application for a minor when the parents share joint custody?
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: D. Both parents

    A parent or guardian signs to approve the application and accept financial responsibility. With joint custody, both parents must sign.

  4. Vraag 4 van 25

    When can a California teen start driving with a new instruction permit?
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: B. After a driving instructor validates it when behind-the-wheel training begins

    A minor's permit cannot be used until behind-the-wheel training starts with an instructor who validates it.

  5. Vraag 5 van 25

    How old must the licensed driver be who supervises a California teen with a permit?
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: C. At least 25

    A teen with a permit must practice with a California-licensed driver who is at least 25 and close enough to take control.

  6. Vraag 6 van 25

    How many hours of supervised practice must a California teen complete before the drive test?
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: D. 50 hours, including 10 at night

    Teens must practice at least 50 hours, with 10 of those hours at night.

  7. Vraag 7 van 25

    How long must a California teen hold an instruction permit before taking the drive test?
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: C. At least 6 months

    Minors must hold the permit for at least 6 months (or until they turn 18) before the drive test.

  8. Vraag 8 van 25

    What is the minimum age for a California provisional driver's license?
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: A. 16

    You must be at least 16 and prove you finished both driver education and driver training.

  9. Vraag 9 van 25

    During the first 12 months with a California provisional license, when may you NOT drive (without an approved exception)?
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: C. 11 p.m. to 5 a.m.

    Provisional drivers may not drive from 11 p.m. to 5 a.m. during the first 12 months.

  10. Vraag 10 van 25

    During the first 12 months, a California provisional driver may not carry passengers under what age unless a qualified adult rides along?
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: B. 20

    No passengers under 20 unless a parent, guardian, or California-licensed driver 25 or older is in the car.

  11. Vraag 11 van 25

    A California provisional driver in their first year must drive to work at 4:30 a.m. What must they carry to use the work exception?
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: D. A signed note from their employer confirming the job

    Exceptions to the provisional limits require a signed note, such as one from your employer confirming your employment.

  12. Vraag 12 van 25

    Which of these is NOT allowed for a California provisional license holder?
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: A. Driving for pay

    Provisional drivers may not drive for pay or operate commercial vehicles.

  13. Vraag 13 van 25

    What score do you need to pass the California DMV knowledge test?
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: C. 80%

    The California DMV requires a passing score of 80% on the knowledge test.

  14. Vraag 14 van 25

    How many attempts do you get to pass the California knowledge test before you must reapply?
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: D. Three

    Applicants for an original license have three attempts to pass before they must reapply.

  15. Vraag 15 van 25

    If a California minor fails the knowledge test, how long must they wait before trying again?
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: D. 7 days, not counting the day of the failure

    Minors must wait seven days to retake a failed knowledge test, not counting the day they failed.

  16. Vraag 16 van 25

    If a California minor fails the behind-the-wheel drive test, how long must they wait to retake it?
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: D. 14 days, not counting the day of the failure

    Minors wait 14 days after a failed drive test, not counting the day of the failure.

  17. Vraag 17 van 25

    Which items are NOT allowed while you take the California knowledge test?
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: B. Handbooks and cell phones

    Handbooks and cell phones are not allowed during knowledge tests.

  18. Vraag 18 van 25

    After what time are knowledge tests not available at California DMV offices?
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: D. 4:30 p.m.

    The DMV says knowledge tests are not available at its offices after 4:30 p.m., so arrive early.

  19. Vraag 19 van 25

    An adult (18 or older) with a California permit may practice with a licensed driver of what minimum age?
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: D. 18

    Adults practice with a California-licensed driver who is at least 18. Teens need a supervisor who is at least 25.

  20. Vraag 20 van 25

    For a minor's California drive test, how old must the licensed companion who comes with them be?
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: B. At least 25

    The companion must hold a California license and be at least 25 for minors (18 for adults).

  21. Vraag 21 van 25

    Which car feature may you NOT use during a California drive test?
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: C. Adaptive cruise control or automated parallel parking

    Advanced driver assistance features such as automated parking, lane departure and adaptive cruise control are not allowed during the drive test.

  22. Vraag 22 van 25

    What phone use is allowed for a California driver under 18?
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: C. None while driving, not even hands-free

    California bans all cell phone use by drivers under 18, including hands-free.

  23. Vraag 23 van 25

    What does California law say about adult drivers holding a phone while driving?
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: A. Handheld phone use is banned; hands-free use is allowed

    California bans handheld phone use and texting for all drivers. Adults may use hands-free systems.

  24. Vraag 24 van 25

    When may you turn right on a red light in California?
    NOTURNON RED
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: A. After stopping at the limit line and yielding, unless a NO TURN ON RED sign is posted

    Right on red is allowed unless a sign forbids it. Stop at the limit line, yield to pedestrians and traffic, and turn when safe.

  25. Vraag 25 van 25

    On a steep, narrow California mountain road where two vehicles cannot pass, which vehicle has the right-of-way?
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: A. The vehicle facing uphill

    The California handbook says the vehicle facing uphill has the right-of-way, because backing uphill is harder.

Wat je moet weten voor het examen

  • You need a score of 80% to pass the California knowledge test. Tests are not given at DMV offices after 4:30 p.m.
  • You get three attempts to pass the knowledge test before you must reapply. Minors wait 7 days after a failed attempt.
  • Teens can get a permit at 15½ with a driver education certificate and a parent's signature.
  • Teens must hold the permit 6 months and practice 50 hours (10 at night) with a licensed driver 25 or older.
  • In the first 12 months, provisional drivers may not drive from 11 p.m. to 5 a.m. or carry passengers under 20 without a licensed adult 25 or older.
  • Handbooks and cell phones are not allowed during the knowledge test.

Veelgestelde vragen

What score do you need to pass the California DMV permit test?

80%. The test is multiple choice and based on the California Driver's Handbook.

How many times can you take the California permit test?

You have three attempts before you must reapply. If you are under 18, you must wait 7 days after a failed attempt.

How old do you have to be to get a permit in California?

15½ for teens, with proof of driver education enrollment or completion and a parent's signature. Adults can apply at 18.

How many practice hours do California teens need?

At least 50 hours, including 10 at night, with a California-licensed driver who is at least 25.

What are the California provisional license rules?

For the first 12 months: no driving from 11 p.m. to 5 a.m. and no passengers under 20 unless a parent, guardian or licensed driver 25 or older is with you. Signed notes allow exceptions for school, work, medical needs or family needs.

Bronnen

Gerelateerde examens