California

California DMV Practice Tests

Three free practice tests written for California: the permit test for a Driver License, the motorcycle knowledge test, and the CDL knowledge test, 300 questions in all. The real tests are given by California Department of Motor Vehicles; DMV Exam Pass is an independent study service. Every answer is explained, and there is no sign-up.

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Which California license are you preparing for?

CDL

California CDL Practice Test

100 questions across 10 topics, written for the DL 650, California Commercial Driver Handbook (2019-2021, August 2023 accessible edition). 2 are illustrated.

Sample: "A California driver plans to operate a single vehicle rated at 26,001 pounds. What licensing conclusion follows from the vehicle rating?"

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What each test covers

The topics behind each California test

Driver License: 10 topics

  1. Vehicle Control And Communication
  2. Lanes Turns And Passing
  3. Parking
  4. Signals Signs And Right Of Way
  5. Sharing The Road
  6. Speed And Road Conditions
  7. Emergencies And Distracted Driving
  8. Occupant Safety
  9. Alcohol And Drugs
  10. Insurance And Collisions
Sample questions and study plan

Motorcycle License: 10 topics

  1. Vehicle Types And License Classes
  2. Licensing Permits And Training
  3. Protective Gear
  4. Inspection And Controls
  5. Basic Control And Positioning
  6. Distance Lane Use And Passing
  7. See Intersections And Visibility
  8. Collision Avoidance And Hazards
  9. Passengers Cargo And Group Riding
  10. Rider Fitness Insurance And Law
Sample questions and study plan

CDL: 10 topics

  1. Licensing And Cdl Rules
  2. Inspection And Vehicle Control
  3. Visibility Speed And Space
  4. Hazards And Emergencies
  5. Cargo Safety
  6. Passenger Safety
  7. Air Brakes
  8. Combination Vehicles
  9. Doubles And Tank Vehicles
  10. Hazmat And School Bus
Sample questions and study plan
How to prepare

How to use the California practice tests

1

Start with a Quick check

Twenty-five questions in coaching mode show where you stand in about ten minutes, with the rule behind every answer.

2

Study what you missed

Each explanation names the rule, so you know which chapter of the California manual to read before the next test.

3

Finish in exam mode

The Full challenge of 100 in exam mode is the rehearsal. Score 80 percent or better twice in a row and you are ready.

Questions

California practice test questions

Which California practice tests are available?

Three, one per license: the permit test for a Driver License, the motorcycle knowledge test, and the CDL knowledge test. Each has its own 100-question bank written for California, 300 questions in all.

Who gives the real knowledge test in California?

California Department of Motor Vehicles. DMV Exam Pass is an independent study service and is not affiliated with it.

Are the practice tests free?

Yes, all three, with no sign-up. An optional account saves progress across devices.

Which California manuals are the questions written from?

The California Driver's Handbook (2025), the California Motorcycle Handbook (DL 665 R2-2024), and the DL 650, California Commercial Driver Handbook (2019-2021, August 2023 accessible edition).

How many questions does each California bank have?

100, in ten topics of ten, so a test of any length is balanced across everything the manual covers. You choose a Quick check of 25, a Practice run of 50, or a Full challenge of 100.

Are these the real exam questions?

No. Nobody outside the agency has the real questions, and we do not use, claim, or advertise leaked or exact exam questions. These are independently written questions that test the same rules.

What is the difference between coaching mode and exam mode?

Coaching mode shows whether each answer was right, and why, before you move on; it is for learning. Exam mode holds the explanations and the correct choices until the end and still shows your running score; it is for checking readiness. Both draw from the same bank, and scoring happens on our servers, so no answer key is loaded in your browser.

Do the tests include road signs and pictures?

Yes. Across the three California banks, 15 questions are illustrated with a sign, signal, marking, or road scene.

Can I continue a test on another device?

Yes, with a free account. A test in progress is saved on this device either way and offered again when you return.

Do I need a California license or ID to practice?

No. Pick the license you are preparing for and start; nothing is checked and nothing is submitted to the agency.