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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When are you allowed to make a U-turn?

In an intersection
On a one-way street
In a residential area
At an uncontrolled intersection

The correct answer is: At an uncontrolled intersection

At an uncontrolled intersection, you are allowed to make a U-turn as long as there are no signs prohibiting it. Making a U-turn in an intersection (choice A) or on a one-way street (choice B) is typically not allowed as it can be dangerous for other drivers. In a residential area (choice C), U-turns are generally not permitted due to the presence of pedestrians and children playing. Therefore, D is the only safe and legally acceptable option for making a U-turn.