Take CA Driving Instructor Practice Questions - California Driving School Instructor License Exam Exam

QUESTION 1 / 25

Under the California Vehicle Code, what is the minimum age requirement to obtain a driving school instructor license?

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A18 years old✓B19 years old✓C21 years old✓D25 years old✓

QUESTION 2 / 25

What document must a California driving instructor applicant submit to verify their physical ability to safely operate a vehicle and instruct students?

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ADL 44 Medical Certification✓BDL 546A Physician's Health Report✓COL 735 Health Clearance Certificate✓DDL 329 Physical Examination Form✓

QUESTION 3 / 25

A California driving school instructor applicant fails the written examination. How many total attempts are allowed before a new application and fee are required?

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AOne attempt✓BTwo attempts✓CThree attempts✓DUnlimited attempts within 12 months✓

QUESTION 4 / 25

Which California DMV form is used to initiate a background check for driving school instructor applicants?

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AOL 219 Application Checklist✓BDMV 8016 Request for Live Scan Clearance✓CDL 546A Physician's Health Report✓DOL 207 Instructor Renewal Form✓

QUESTION 5 / 25

What is the total fee for an original California driving school instructor license application?

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A$$30✓B$$31✓C$$61✓D$$92✓

QUESTION 6 / 25

Under California law, which of the following is NOT one of the six content areas covered on the driving school instructor written examination?

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ATeaching methods and techniques✓BVehicle mechanical repair procedures✓CFirst aid knowledge✓DTraffic laws and safe driving practices✓

QUESTION 7 / 25

A California driving school instructor's license renewal applicant may substitute what alternative for retaking the written examination?

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AA letter of recommendation from their employer✓BCompletion of a DMV-approved 18-hour continuing education program✓CProof of 500 hours of instruction in the prior license period✓DA passing score on the regular Class C knowledge test✓

QUESTION 8 / 25

Under California Vehicle Code Section 21453, what must a driver do when approaching a steady circular red signal at an intersection?

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ASlow down and proceed with caution✓BStop at the marked limit line or before entering the crosswalk✓CStop only if pedestrians are present✓DYield to cross traffic and proceed when safe✓

QUESTION 9 / 25

Under California's Basic Speed Law (CVC 22350), a driver must not drive faster than what standard?

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AThe posted speed limit at all times✓BA speed that is reasonable and prudent for the conditions✓C5 mph below the posted speed limit in adverse weather✓DThe speed of surrounding traffic flow✓

QUESTION 10 / 25

What is the maximum speed limit in a California residential district unless otherwise posted?

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A15 mph✓B20 mph✓C25 mph✓D30 mph✓

QUESTION 11 / 25

Under CVC 21460.5, what is the purpose of a two-way left-turn lane marked with double yellow lines on each side?

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AIt serves as an additional travel lane during peak hours✓BIt is reserved exclusively for left turns from either direction✓CIt allows passing slower vehicles when the lane is clear✓DIt is used as a bicycle lane in low-traffic areas✓

QUESTION 12 / 25

According to California law, when must a driver yield to a pedestrian in a crosswalk?

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AOnly when the crosswalk has painted lines✓BAt all times, whether the crosswalk is marked or unmarked✓COnly when a traffic signal is present✓DOnly when the pedestrian is on the driver's half of the road✓

QUESTION 13 / 25

Under CVC 22349, what is the maximum speed limit on most California highways unless otherwise posted?

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A55 mph✓B60 mph✓C65 mph✓D70 mph✓

QUESTION 14 / 25

What does a California driving instructor need to know about the state's implied consent law (CVC 23612)?

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AIt requires all drivers to carry proof of insurance✓BAny person who drives on California highways has consented to chemical testing if lawfully arrested for DUI✓CIt allows officers to search a vehicle without a warrant✓DIt requires all new drivers to take a drug test before licensure✓

QUESTION 15 / 25

Under California's move-over law (CVC 21809), what must drivers do when approaching a stationary emergency vehicle displaying flashing lights?

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AReduce speed to 15 mph and proceed✓BMake a lane change away from the emergency vehicle if safe, or slow down✓CStop completely and wait for the emergency vehicle to leave✓DFlash headlights to alert the emergency personnel✓

QUESTION 16 / 25

In California, when is it legal to make a U-turn at a controlled intersection?

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ANever, U-turns are prohibited at all controlled intersections✓BOnly when there is a sign specifically permitting U-turns✓CUnless a sign specifically prohibits U-turns✓DOnly when a dedicated U-turn signal is provided✓

QUESTION 17 / 25

What is the proper hand signal for a left turn that California driving instructors must teach their students?

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ALeft arm extended straight out from the vehicle✓BLeft arm extended upward at a 90-degree angle✓CLeft arm extended downward at a 90-degree angle✓DRight arm extended straight out from the vehicle✓

QUESTION 18 / 25

Under CVC 22107, what must a driver do before changing lanes on a California roadway?

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AHonk the horn twice to alert other drivers✓BSignal continuously for at least 100 feet before the lane change✓CCheck mirrors and signal only if other vehicles are present✓DChange lanes quickly to minimize time between lanes✓

QUESTION 19 / 25

A student is approaching a school zone in California where children are present. What is the maximum speed limit the instructor should teach?

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A15 mph✓B20 mph✓C25 mph✓D30 mph✓

QUESTION 20 / 25

What technique should a California driving instructor teach for entering a freeway from an on-ramp?

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AStop at the end of the on-ramp and wait for a gap in traffic✓BAccelerate in the acceleration lane to match freeway speed, check mirrors and blind spot, then merge✓CEnter the freeway at any speed and rely on other drivers to adjust✓DSignal and immediately move into the number one lane✓

QUESTION 21 / 25

When teaching parallel parking in California, what is the maximum distance from the curb that a vehicle may legally be parked?

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A6 inches✓B12 inches✓C18 inches✓D24 inches✓

QUESTION 22 / 25

What is the SMITH System method that California driving instructors commonly use to teach visual scanning?

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AStop, Move, Idle, Turn, Halt✓BScan, Monitor, Inspect, Track, Handle✓CAim high in steering, Get the big picture, Keep your eyes moving, Leave yourself an out, Make sure they see you✓DSteer, Mirror, Indicate, Turn, Halt✓

QUESTION 23 / 25

An instructor notices a student consistently fails to check mirrors before braking. Which teaching approach is most effective?

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AWait until the end of the lesson to discuss all errors at once✓BImmediately take control of the vehicle and demonstrate the correct technique✓CProvide immediate verbal feedback, explain the safety reason, and have the student practice the correct behavior✓DTell the student they will fail the driving test if they continue this behavior✓

QUESTION 24 / 25

When designing a progressive training plan for a new student, a California driving instructor should structure lessons in which order?

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AFreeway driving, city streets, residential areas, parking lot✓BParking lot maneuvers, residential streets, city driving, freeway driving✓CCity driving, residential streets, parking lot, freeway driving✓DFreeway driving, residential areas, parking lot maneuvers, city streets✓

QUESTION 25 / 25

A California driving instructor is teaching a 16-year-old student. Under the graduated licensing program (GDL), what restrictions apply to this student's provisional license?

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ANo driving restrictions apply once the license is issued✓BNo driving between 11 PM and 5 AM for the first 12 months, and no passengers under 20 without a licensed adult✓CNo freeway driving for the first 6 months✓DNo driving outside a 25-mile radius of home✓