If a California driver with a provisional license has been involved in two "at fault" collisions within the first 12 months of holding the license, he or she must

be supervised while driving for 30 days.

return his or her license to the DMV.

If weather conditions require you to use your windshield wipers, you must also

use turn signals for twice the distance.

Which of the following statements about using headlights is FALSE?

High beams are used when traveling behind other vehicles.

Low beams are used when traveling in fog, rain, or snow.

Low beams are used in city driving and driving in traffic on roadways.

If your vehicle begins to skid, what's your immediate response?

Steer in the direction of the skid

In a skid, your most important skid recovery device is

the antilock braking system (ABS).

If you were parked on the side of the road and are now reentering traffic,

the traffic on the road has the right-of-way.

beep your horn so others will notice you.

If your parked car rolls away and hits another unattended vehicle, you should

report the incident to the police.

remove your car and go on your way.

sound your horn to attract attention.

If a car approaches you with its high-beam headlights on, you must __________ to keep yourself from being temporarily blinded.

look toward the right edge of the road

look toward the left edge of the road

What is the first thing you do if the gas pedal is stuck to the floor?

Turn off the ignition while the car is still moving

Which of the following will NOT prevent distracted driving?

Pre-loosening the lid of your coffee cup

Preprogramming your favorite radio stations

Adjusting all your mirrors before you start

Things that can distract you from the road include

text messaging and talking on the phone.

checking the traffic behind you frequently.

in any of the above situations.

when you want the driver in front of you to move out of the way.

If you are in an intersection when you hear the siren of an emergency vehicle, you should

continue through the intersection, then move to the right and stop.

move to the right and stop in the intersection.

continue through the intersection, then move to the left and stop.

If a driver behind you repeatedly flashes his or her headlights, you should

switch on your high-beam headlights.

switch on your low-beam headlights.

Free
No sign-up
20 questions
Pass mark 83%

California DMV Permit: Emergencies Practice Test

20 emergencies questions for the California DMV Permit Test, out of 64 in the app. Answer each to see whether you got it right and why. The real California test has 46 questions and you need 38 correct (83%) to pass.

Facts updated Oct 26, 2026
Official source: dmv.ca.gov
Independent, not affiliated with the DMV. How we write our questions

How it works

1Pick an answer20 questions, one tap each.
2See the ruleRight or wrong, every answer is explained.
3Get your scoreCompared with the real 83% pass mark.

Start the test

0/20 answered0 correctPass mark 83%

1Question 1 of 20
If a California driver with a provisional license has been involved in two "at fault" collisions within the first 12 months of holding the license, he or she must
Not quite. The answer is be supervised while driving for 30 days.
A California driver with a provisional driver license who has had two “at fault” collisions or convictions (or one of each) within 12 months will not be able to drive for 30 days unless accompanied by his or her licensed parent or other licensed adult 25 years of age or older.
Source: Keeping Your Provisional Driver License, Minors' Driver License Requirements, Special Section – Minors, California Driver Handbook
2Question 2 of 20
If weather conditions require you to use your windshield wipers, you must also
Not quite. The answer is turn on your headlights.
If weather conditions require you to use your windshield wipers, you must also turn on your headlights.
Source: Use Your Headlights; Horn, Headlights, and Emergency Signals; Safe Driving Practices; California Driver Handbook
3Question 3 of 20
If you are convicted of leaving the scene of an accident (hit and run) in which no one was injured, you may be sentenced to jail for up to
Not quite. The answer is six months.
Under California law, if you are convicted of leaving the scene of an accident (hit and run) in which no one was injured, you will be fined up to $1,000, sentenced to jail for up to six months, or both. If someone was injured or killed in the accident, the penalties will be more severe. [https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/codes_displaySection.xhtml?lawCode=VEH&sectionNum=20001], [CVC § 20001],
Source: CVC § 20002
4Question 4 of 20
Which of the following statements about using headlights is FALSE?
Not quite. The answer is High beams are used when traveling behind other vehicles.
Low beams are used when traveling behind other vehicles or when another vehicle is approaching. High beams should be used in open country driving when there is no traffic in sight. High beams help a motorist see farther ahead and peripherally or at a wider angle.
Source: Driving in Darkness; Driving Hazards; Special Driving Situations; California Driver Handbook
5Question 5 of 20
If your vehicle begins to skid, what's your immediate response?
Not quite. The answer is Steer in the direction of the skid
If skidding, gently steer in the direction the vehicle is skidding to regain control.
6Question 6 of 20
In a skid, your most important skid recovery device is
Not quite. The answer is the steering wheel.
In a skid, your most important skid recovery device is the steering wheel. Turn the wheel in the direction of the skid. You will be able to feel when the vehicle is back under control, and then you should straighten the wheels.
Source: Skids on Slippery Surfaces; Handling Emergencies; California Driver Handbook
7Question 7 of 20
If you were parked on the side of the road and are now reentering traffic,
Not quite. The answer is the traffic on the road has the right-of-way.
If you were parked on the side of the road and are now reentering traffic, the traffic already on the road has the right-of-way.
Source: Merging In/Out of Traffic; Vehicle Positioning; California Driver Handbook
8Question 8 of 20
If you are convicted of leaving the scene of an accident (hit and run) in which someone was injured, you may be sentenced to jail for up to
Not quite. The answer is 1 year.
If you are involved in an accident in which someone is injured, you must give your name and address, the name and address of the owner of your vehicle, the name and address of anyone in your vehicle that was injured, and the registration number of your vehicle to the injured person. If you are convicted of failing to do this, you will be fined between $1,000 and $10,000; sentenced to up to one year in jail or state prison; or both.
Source: CVC § 20001
9Question 9 of 20
If your parked car rolls away and hits another unattended vehicle, you should
Not quite. The answer is report the incident to the police.
If you hit a parked vehicle or other property, you must leave a note with your name and address, the name and address of the owner of your vehicle, and a description of the collision. Securely attach it to the vehicle or property you hit. Report the collision to the city police or, in unincorporated areas, to the California Highway Patrol (CHP).
Source: Involved in a Collision; Collisions Are Not Accidents; California Driver Handbook
10Question 10 of 20
If a car approaches you with its high-beam headlights on, you must __________ to keep yourself from being temporarily blinded.
Not quite. The answer is look toward the right edge of the road
If a car approaches you with high beams on, do not stare at the lights. Steer by the line at the outside edge of the road to keep yourself from being temporarily blinded.
Source: Driving in Darkness; Driving Hazards; Special Driving Situations; California Driver Handbook
11Question 11 of 20
What is the first thing you do if the gas pedal is stuck to the floor?
Not quite. The answer is Shift to neutral
If your gas pedal/accelerator becomes stuck, follow these steps: 1. Shift to neutral. 2. Apply the brakes. 3. Keep your eyes on the road. 4. Look for a way out of traffic. 5. Honk your horn and turn on your emergency flashers to warn other drivers. 6. Try to drive the car safely off the road. 7. Stop and turn off the ignition.
Source: Accelerator Malfunction; Section 11. Safe Driving; California Driver Handbook
12Question 12 of 20
Which of the following will NOT prevent distracted driving?
Not quite. The answer is Pre-loosening the lid of your coffee cup
Before starting your trip, you should set up your cab just as you like it, but eating and drinking should be done at rest stops.
13Question 13 of 20
Things that can distract you from the road include
Not quite. The answer is text messaging and talking on the phone.
Anything that draws your attention away from the road can distract you. Some examples of distractions while driving are text messaging, talking on the phone, dealing with children, and lighting a cigarette.
14Question 14 of 20
Do not use your horn
Not quite. The answer is in any of the above situations.
Do not honk at pedestrians, bicyclists, or motorcyclists unless it is necessary to avoid an accident.
Source: Horn, Headlights and Emergerncy Signals; Safe Driving Practices; California Driver Handbook
15Question 15 of 20
While you are driving, talking on a cell phone will increase your chances of being in a crash by
Not quite. The answer is as much as four times.
While you are driving, talking on a cell phone will increase your chances of being in a crash by as much as four times. This is because the conversation is drawing your attention away from your driving. Sending text messages (texting) while driving will increase your chances of being in a crash by as much as eight times.
16Question 16 of 20
If you are found guilty of driving without wearing a seat belt, you will be fined up to _____ if this was your first offense.
Not quite. The answer is $20
Under California law, if you are found guilty of driving without wearing a seat belt, you will be fined up to $20 for the first offense and up to $50 for each subsequent offense. However, in practice, the total amount that a violator will have to pay is loaded with stiff additional penalties, "assessments," and surcharges. All told, the total amount comes to $162. [CA PEN 1465.7], [CA GOV 70373].
17Question 17 of 20
If you are in an intersection when you hear the siren of an emergency vehicle, you should
Not quite. The answer is continue through the intersection, then move to the right and stop.
Never block an intersection, even if an emergency vehicle is approaching. If you are in an intersection when you see or hear an emergency vehicle, continue through the intersection. Then move to the right as soon as you can and stop.
Source: Emergency Vehicles; Sharing the Road; California Driver Handbook
18Question 18 of 20
You must turn on your headlights __________ after sunset.
Not quite. The answer is 30 minutes
You must turn on your headlights 30 minutes after sunset and leave them on until 30 minutes before sunrise.
Source: Things You Must Do; Additional Driving Laws/Rules; California Driver Handbook
19Question 19 of 20
If you are transporting a sixteen-year-old passenger who is not wearing a seat belt, who can be cited and fined?
Not quite. The answer is The passenger
Under California law, the driver and every passenger must wear a seat belt or be restrained in an appropriate child safety restraint. You can get a ticket if you do not. If your passenger is under 16 years old, you can also get a ticket if they are not wearing their seat belt.
Source: Seat Belts; Protect Yourself and Your Passengers; California Driver Handbook
20Question 20 of 20
If a driver behind you repeatedly flashes his or her headlights, you should
Not quite. The answer is get out of the way.
Aggressive driving is the operation of a motor vehicle in a way that endangers or is likely to endanger persons or property. If the driver behind you repeatedly flashes his or her headlights, don't retaliate or engage the driver in any way. Instead, get out of the way.
Source: Dealing with Aggressive Drivers and Road Rage; Sharing the Road; California Driver Handbook

Questions people ask

Is this California DMV Permit: Emergencies Practice Test like the real California DMV Permit Test?

The questions are written in the same style as the real test, from official sources, with an explanation for each answer. The real test has 46 questions; this free test has 20.

How many questions are on the California DMV Permit Test?

The DMV Permit Test has 46 questions.

What score do you need to pass the California DMV Permit Test?

You need 38 out of 46 correct (83%).

How old do you have to be to take the California DMV Permit Test?

You can take it from age 15½. Three attempts per application; minors wait 7 days after a failure. Office tests must start before 4:30 p.m.

Where can I practice more questions?

The Driving Exam Prep app has the full question bank for your test, a step-by-step roadmap, a mistakes review and a readiness score against the real pass mark.

Official sources

Our questions are written from these official sources. Always study your official handbook too: rules change, and our practice questions may differ from your real test.

Keep going

Your license is one lesson closer.

Download Driving Exam Prep, pick your test and answer your first question in under a minute.

Get it onGoogle PlayComing soon on theApp Store

If a California driver with a provisional license has been involved in two "at fault" collisions within the first 12 months of holding the license, he or she must

If weather conditions require you to use your windshield wipers, you must also

If you are convicted of leaving the scene of an accident (hit and run) in which no one was injured, you may be sentenced to jail for up to

Which of the following statements about using headlights is FALSE?

If your vehicle begins to skid, what's your immediate response?

In a skid, your most important skid recovery device is

If you were parked on the side of the road and are now reentering traffic,

If you are convicted of leaving the scene of an accident (hit and run) in which someone was injured, you may be sentenced to jail for up to

If your parked car rolls away and hits another unattended vehicle, you should

If a car approaches you with its high-beam headlights on, you must __________ to keep yourself from being temporarily blinded.

What is the first thing you do if the gas pedal is stuck to the floor?

Which of the following will NOT prevent distracted driving?

Things that can distract you from the road include

Do not use your horn

While you are driving, talking on a cell phone will increase your chances of being in a crash by

If you are found guilty of driving without wearing a seat belt, you will be fined up to _____ if this was your first offense.

If you are in an intersection when you hear the siren of an emergency vehicle, you should

You must turn on your headlights __________ after sunset.

If you are transporting a sixteen-year-old passenger who is not wearing a seat belt, who can be cited and fined?

If a driver behind you repeatedly flashes his or her headlights, you should

More topic

Questions people ask

Official sources

Keep going

Your license is one lesson closer.