California Driver License (DMV) Written Practice Test

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Ace your California DMV written test! Prepare for the exam by practicing hundreds of multiple-choice questions covering traffic laws and road signs. Boost your knowledge, gain confidence, and increase your chances of passing the test on your first try.

Each practice test/flash card set has 50 randomly selected questions from a bank of over 500. You'll get a new set of questions each time!

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What is the speed limit on a residential street?

  1. 25 mph

  2. 15 mph

  3. 35 mph

  4. 55 mph

The correct answer is: 25 mph

The speed limit on a residential street is typically set to 25 mph for the safety of pedestrians and residents living in the area. Option B of 15 mph is too slow for most residential areas, while options C and D of 35 mph and 55 mph are too fast for such neighborhoods. Overall, option A of 25 mph is the most reasonable and common speed limit for residential streets.