Free practice for the California knowledge test (the written permit test), written from the California driver handbook, with every answer explained.
Based on the California driver handbook. Requirements can change, so confirm with your California licensing agency before your test.
Five steps from first try to test day. Your progress is saved on this device.
Each test has 20 questions. Get 17 or more right to match the 83% passing score.
The app has the rest of the California question bank, more tests and a timed exam simulator.
California guide
Every fact links to the official page it came from. Last checked Nov 14, 2026.
These links open official government websites. USA DMV is an independent study site and is not affiliated with any of them.
Sample questions
Think of your answer first, then open the explanation.
A. 2 years
The California Driver's Handbook requires children under 2 years old, under 40 pounds, and under 3 feet 4 inches tall to ride in a rear-facing child passenger restraint system.
C. One year
The California Driver's Handbook says failing to stop for a school bus flashing red lights can bring a fine of up to $1,000 and a one-year suspension of your driving privilege.
B. Five or more
California requires slow drivers on two-lane roads to use a turnout when five or more vehicles are following.
What’s covered
Counts are from the full California question bank in the app.
Road signs
Road signs follow the same national standard in every state. Learn them once by shape and color.
More California tests, a timed exam simulator and a review of every question you miss.
Questions
36 questions. You need 30 correct answers (83%) to pass. Confirm the current format with your California licensing agency before your test, because it can change.
No. They are practice questions written from the California driver handbook and cover the same topics, but they are not the official questions. USA DMV is not affiliated with any California agency.
Take the readiness check first to see your level. Read the handbook sections for the topics you missed, then take both free practice tests and read every explanation you got wrong. When you pass them comfortably, rehearse with a full-length timed exam in the app.
Not a government website. USA DMV (usadmv.app) is an independent study resource. It is not affiliated with, endorsed by or operated by any state DMV, the Texas Department of Public Safety or any other government agency. Practice questions are written to reflect official driver handbooks but are not the official test questions. Always confirm current requirements with your state’s licensing agency.
