California DMV Road Signs Test
Look at each real California traffic sign, pick what it means, and get the answer plus a quick explanation instantly.

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1. This sign means:
- ✓ Drive to the right
- Change lanes to the right
- Stay in the right lane
This sign indicates you must keep to the right of a divider or obstruction ahead.

2. This sign means:
- You may turn right when the light is green
- ✓ You may turn left on a green light when it is safe
- You may turn left when the light is green
You can turn left on green, but must yield to oncoming traffic.

3. This sign means:
- The road curves to the left
- ✓ You cannot make a left turn
- Left turn permitted on green arrow only
This sign prohibits left turns. You must go straight or turn right.

4. This sign means:
- Do not enter the road ahead unless it is safe
- The road ahead is closed to all traffic
- ✓ The road ahead is closed to traffic in your direction
WRONG WAY sign means you're going the wrong direction.

5. This sign means:
- The road ahead is closed to traffic
- ✓ You cannot enter the road from your direction
- Do not enter unless it is safe
'Do Not Enter' means you cannot enter from your direction.

6. There is a railroad crossing ahead. You see a mechanical signal warning you of an approaching train. You must:
- ✓ Stop, then proceed when safe
- Slow down before crossing
- Stop only if you see a train coming
When railroad crossing signals are flashing, you must stop at least 15 feet from the tracks. Proceed only when signals stop and it's safe.

7. A freeway on ramp is marked with this sign. Which of the following vehicles may use this lane?
- ✓ A convertible with an adult and two children
- A carpool van containing only the driver
- A sport utility vehicle containing an adult, child, and family pet
Carpool lanes (HOV lanes) can only be used if you have the minimum number of occupants shown on the posted signs. Pets do not count as passengers.

8. This sign means:
- ✓ Stop
- Stop only if other vehicles are present
- Stop 10 feet behind the stop line
STOP sign requires complete stop every time.

9. This sign means:
- ✓ Right lane ends ahead
- No right turn
- Side road on the right
This warning sign indicates that the right lane ends ahead and traffic must merge left.

10. This sign means:
- Left lane ends
- ✓ No U-turn
- You must turn left
This sign prohibits U-turns at this location.

11. This sign means:
- Another lane is merging with yours
- ✓ Another road crosses yours
- Side road ahead on the right
This sign warns of a cross road or intersection ahead.

12. This sign means:
- Vehicles on the right have the right-of-way
- You have the right-of-way
- ✓ Give the right-of-way to cross traffic
YIELD sign means give right-of-way to cross traffic.

13. This sign means:
- ✓ Right curve ahead
- No right turn allowed
- Right turn allowed on green arrow
This sign warns of a curve to the right ahead.

14. A yellow sign with a traffic signal symbol means:
- Controlled railroad crossing ahead
- Be prepared to stop if the light is flashing
- ✓ There is a traffic signal ahead
This warning sign indicates a traffic signal is ahead. Be prepared to stop if the light is red.

15. A yellow diamond-shaped sign with a black 'X' and two R's indicates:
- ✓ Railroad crossing ahead
- Rest area ahead
- Road closed
A yellow diamond with an X and two R's warns of a railroad crossing ahead.

16. This sign means:
- Pedestrians must walk facing traffic
- Pedestrians may walk in the street
- ✓ There is a pedestrian crosswalk ahead
This yellow warning sign indicates a pedestrian crosswalk ahead. Drivers should be prepared to slow down or stop for pedestrians.

17. This sign means:
- Always drive in the right lane
- Slower traffic has the right-of-way
- ✓ Drive in the right lane if you are driving slower than traffic
Slower vehicles should keep right to allow faster traffic to pass.

18. This sign means:
- Side road ahead
- ✓ Another lane is merging with yours
- You have the right-of-way
This sign warns that another lane is merging with your lane.

19. This sign means:
- The road ahead is closed to traffic in all directions
- ✓ You cannot enter the road from your direction
- Do not enter unless it is safe
'Do Not Enter' means you cannot enter from your direction.

20. This sign means:
- The road ahead is closed to traffic in all directions
- ✓ Do not enter the road from your direction
- You cannot enter unless it is safe
'Do Not Enter' means you cannot enter from your direction.

21. This sign means:
- Right lane ends here
- Side road to the right
- ✓ No right turn
This sign prohibits right turns.

22. This sign means:
- The right lane is ending
- ✓ A rest area is ahead
- A restricted area is ahead
This sign indicates a rest area is 1 mile ahead.

23. This sign means:
- Fewer lanes ahead
- ✓ Divided highway ahead
- Crossroad intersects the main road
This sign warns that you are approaching a divided highway. The road ahead is split by a median or divider.

24. What does this sign mean?
- Stop only if there is cross traffic
- ✓ Come to a complete stop, then proceed when safe
- Slow down and yield to other traffic
A red octagonal stop sign means you must come to a complete stop at the limit line and proceed only when it is safe.

25. What does this sign mean?
- Stop only if there is cross traffic
- ✓ Slow down and prepare to yield right of way
- Merge into the right lane
A red and white inverted triangle yield sign means you must slow down and give the right of way to oncoming or cross traffic.

26. What does this sign mean?
- ✓ You are heading the wrong direction on a one-way road
- No U-turn allowed
- Do not enter unless authorized
The Wrong Way sign means you are heading the wrong direction on a one-way road. Stop safely, find a way to turn around, and reverse direction.

27. What does this sign mean?
- ✓ School zone ahead
- Pedestrian crossing
- Children playing area
A pentagon-shaped fluorescent yellow-green sign with children figures means a school zone is ahead. Reduce speed to 25 mph (CVC §22352) when school is in session.

28. What does this sign mean?
- Road work ahead
- ✓ Railroad crossing ahead
- Hospital ahead
A round yellow sign with a black X and "RR" letters is the advance warning for a railroad crossing. Slow down and be prepared to stop if signals activate.

29. What does this sign mean?
- ✓ Slippery when wet
- Winding road ahead
- Loose gravel
The slippery-when-wet sign warns of a road surface that can become hazardous when wet. Reduce speed and avoid sudden braking or sharp turns.

30. What does this sign mean?
- ✓ Hospital ahead
- Rest area ahead
- Hotel services ahead
A blue square sign with a white "H" indicates a hospital ahead. Blue service signs guide drivers to nearby services.

31. What does this sign mean?
- ✓ No U-turn allowed
- No left turn
- Roundabout ahead
A circular sign with a U-turn arrow crossed out by a red diagonal line means U-turns are prohibited at this intersection.

32. What does this sign mean?
- ✓ No left turn
- Left turn yield on green
- One way only — no left turn
A circular sign with a left-turn arrow crossed out by a red diagonal line means left turns are prohibited at this intersection.

33. What does this sign mean?
- School zone
- ✓ Pedestrian crossing ahead
- Bicycle crossing
A yellow or fluorescent yellow-green diamond with a pedestrian symbol warns of a pedestrian crossing ahead. Drivers must yield to pedestrians at every crosswalk (CVC §21950).

34. What does this sign mean?
- ✓ Steep hill ahead
- Bumpy road ahead
- Rough road surface
A diamond sign with a vehicle on an incline warns of a steep hill ahead. Reduce speed and consider downshifting before descending.

35. What does this sign mean?
- ✓ Winding road ahead
- Slippery when wet
- Sharp curve ahead
A diamond sign with a curving arrow indicates a winding road ahead — a series of curves in opposite directions. Reduce speed and stay in your lane.

36. What does this sign mean?
- Police checkpoint ahead
- ✓ Flagger (worker directing traffic) ahead
- Pedestrian crossing
An orange diamond sign with a person holding a flag warns of a flagger (worker directing traffic) ahead. Slow down and follow the flagger's directions.

37. This sign means:
- ✓ Another lane is merging with your lane
- You have the right-of-way
- Side road ahead
This sign warns that another lane is merging with yours.

38. This sign means:
- Do NOT pass unless you do not see oncoming vehicles
- ✓ Don't pass unless it seems safe to do so
- Don't pass other vehicles for any reason
A 'Do Not Pass' sign indicates it's unsafe to pass in that area. Only pass when it's clearly safe and legal.
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Road Signs Test — FAQ
How many road signs questions are on the California DMV test?▾
Road signs and signals make up roughly a quarter of the 46-question California DMV written test. Knowing the regulatory, warning, and guide signs by sight is one of the fastest ways to raise your score.
What are the three main types of road signs?▾
Regulatory signs (what you must or must not do, like stop and speed limits), warning signs (yellow diamonds alerting you to hazards ahead), and guide signs (directions, distances, and services).
Is this California road signs practice test free?▾
Yes. This test is 100% free, uses real sign images, and gives you the correct answer and a short explanation for every sign — retake it as many times as you like.
Do I have to memorize the wording on signs?▾
No. Focus on what each sign means and what action it requires. The DMV cares that you respond correctly to the sign, not that you recite its exact text.
