Why This Matters
If you're preparing for the California DMV permit test, memorizing road signs alone isn't enough. The test focuses heavily on specific California driving laws, numbers, and rules that many drivers assume are "common sense" â but are not.
Missing even a few of these questions can mean failing the test.
1. Alcohol Laws
2. Parking & Turn Rules
3. Phone & Device Laws
4. Speed Limits & Lighting
5. Emergency & Safety Rules
6. Right-of-Way Rules
7. Passing & Lane Rules
8. Collisions & Point System
9. Vehicle Requirements & Freeway Rules
10. Following Distance & Horn Use
Test Your Knowledge
In California, when parking uphill with a curb, you should turn your wheels:
Don't Rely on Common Sense
The California DMV permit test focuses on exact laws, numbers, and scenarios â not assumptions. Knowing these 21 concepts can dramatically improve your chances of passing on the first attempt.
đ Practice questions that mirror the real test are the fastest way to lock these rules in.
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