Practice Exam #1 – Core Instructor Knowledge | Driving Instructor License Course

Question 1 of 50

Q1. The minimum age to qualify for a California driving instructor license is:

a). 18. b). 19. c). 21. d). 25.

Question 2 of 50

Q2. A driving instructor license renewal must be accompanied by a medical exam at least every:?

a).6 months. b). 1 year. c). 2 years. d). 3 years.

Question 3 of 50

Q3. DMV may refuse to issue an instructor license if the applicant:

a). Has a previous traffic citation. b). Previously held a revoked instructor license c). Has fewer than 3 years driving experience d). Works part-time

Question 4 of 50

Q4. A licensed driving instructor must notify DMV of a change of residence address within:

a). 5 days. b). 10 days. c). 15 days. d). 30 days.

Question 5 of 50

Q5. A driving instructor who fails to appear for a DMV re-examination will have:

a). Only their driver license suspended. b). Only their instructor license suspended. c). Both licenses suspended. d). No action taken.

Question 6 of 50

Q6. A licensed driving instructor may work for multiple driving schools if:

a). DMV approval is obtained. b). A simultaneous enrollment form is filed. c). The instructor holds multiple licenses. d). Total work does not exceed 60 hours per week.

Question 7 of 50

Q7. An applicant who fails the instructor written exam must pass within:

a). One attempt. b). Two attempts. c). Three attempts. d). Unlimited attempts.

Question 8 of 50

Q8. If an instructor license application is refused, the applicant may reapply after:

a). 30 days. b). 60 days. c). 6 months. d). 1 year.

Question 9 of 50

Q9. Which of the following is NOT required for an instructor license?

a). High school diploma or equivalent. b). Completion of an approved instructor training course. c). Proof of vehicle ownership. d). California driver license.

Question 10 of 50

Q10. DMV may suspend or revoke an instructor license if the instructor:

a). Works fewer than 20 hours per week. b). Solicits students within 500 feet of a DMV office. c). Changes employers. d). Teaches adult students.

Question 11 of 50

Q11. A licensed instructor must carry their DMV identification card:

a). Only when requested. b). Only at the school office. c). While accompanying a student. d). Only during testing.

Question 12 of 50

Q12. A driving instructor may give behind-the-wheel instruction when the student:

a). Is 14 years old. b). Holds a valid instruction permit. c). Has completed all driver education. d). Is accompanied by a parent

Question 13 of 50

Q13. DMV may prescribe rules regarding all of the following EXCEPT:

a). Curriculum. b). Facilities. c). Equipment. d). Instructor wage rates.

Question 14 of 50

Q14. A student license issued by a high school requires:

a). DMV approval. b). Written parental consent. c). Court authorization. d). Instructor recommendation.

Question 15 of 50

Q15. A driving instructor’s license may be suspended for:

a). Non-appearance at a requested re-examination. b). Speeding 5 mph over the limit. c). Teaching private lessons. d). Changing vehicles.

Question 16 of 50

Q16. A licensed instructor must be physically able to:

a). Pass a CDL test. b). Train others in vehicle operation. c). Demonstrate advanced maneuvers. d). Drive commercial vehicles.

Question 17 of 50

Q17. Which is considered interference with vehicle control and is NOT permitted?

a). DMV examiner during drive test. b). Licensed instructor during instruction. c). Passenger grabbing steering wheel. d). Instructor applying instructor brake.

Question 18 of 50

Q18. DMV may monitor:

a). Only behind-the-wheel instruction. b). Only classroom instruction. c). Any instruction given by a driving school. d). Only online courses.

Question 19 of 50

Q19. A driving instructor applicant must successfully complete the written exam:

a). Within 30 days. b). Within 60 days. c). Within 6 months. d). Within 1 year.

Question 20 of 50

Q20. A licensed instructor working in a motorcycle driving school must hold:

a). Class A license. b). Class B license. c). Class C license. d). Class M license.

Question 21 of 50

Q21. A student instruction permit issued by DMV is valid for:

a). 6 months. b). 9 months. c). 12 months. d). 18 months.

Question 22 of 50

Q22. DMV may refuse an instructor license if the applicant:

a). Was convicted of DUI in the past. b). Has knowingly made a false statement. c). Has fewer than 5 years driving experience. d). Has worked for multiple schools.

Question 23 of 50

Q23. A licensed instructor may ride behind a student on a motorcycle:

a). Never. b). Only with DMV permission. c). If the motorcycle is equipped for passengers. d). Only during testing.

Question 24 of 50

Q24. A driving school vehicle must be equipped with:

a). Dual steering wheels. b). Instructor brake. c). Emergency siren. d). Student mirrors.

Question 25 of 50

Q25. An instructor must notify DMV in writing of address changes within:

a). 5 days. b). 10 days. c). 15 days. d). 30 days.

Question 26 of 50

Q26. A student under 18 may receive behind-the-wheel instruction only if:

a). They hold a provisional license. b). They are enrolled in driver education. c). They are accompanied by a parent. d). They have completed 6 hours.

Question 27 of 50

Q27. DMV may revoke an instructor license for:

a). Unprofessional conduct. b). Poor student test results. c). Working weekends. d). Using an automatic vehicle.

Question 28 of 50

Q28. An instructor identification card must be:

a). Displayed in the vehicle. b). Kept at the office. c). In the instructor’s possession. d). Given to the student.

Question 29 of 50

Q29. A driving instructor may be disciplined for:

a). Refusing unsafe instruction. b). Allowing an unpermitted student to drive. c). Canceling lessons. d). Reporting unsafe vehicles

Question 30 of 50

Q30. An instructor working for more than one school must ensure:

a). Separate licenses are held. b). DMV is notified. c). Total hours do not exceed limits. d). Separate vehicles are used.

Question 31 of 50

Q31. DMV may deny renewal if the instructor:

a). Fails the medical exam. b). Changes employers. c). Teaches adults. d). Uses an electric vehicle.

Question 32 of 50

Q32. The primary purpose of the instructor written exam is to test:

a). Driving skill. b). Teaching ability. c). Knowledge of laws and regulations. d). Vehicle maintenance skills.

Question 33 of 50

Q33. A licensed instructor must obey:

a). School policies only. b). DMV regulations only. c). Vehicle Code and DMV regulations. d). Instructor discretion.

Question 34 of 50

Q34. DMV may suspend an instructor license if:

a). Students complain. b). Instructor fails to maintain eligibility. c). Instructor changes address. d). Instructor works overtime.

Question 35 of 50

Q35. Instructor licenses are issued by:

a). Department of Education. b). Department of Transportation. c). Department of Motor Vehicles. d). California Highway Patrol.

Question 36 of 50

Q36. A student license allows driving only:

a). Anytime. b). With a licensed instructor. c). With any licensed driver. d). During daylight.

Question 37 of 50

Q37. A driving instructor must act in a:

a). Friendly manner. b). Professional and courteous manner. c). Relaxed manner. d). Casual manner.

Question 38 of 50

Q38. DMV may revoke a license for:

a). Failure to refund fees. b). Unprofessional conduct. c). False statements on application. d). All of the above.

Question 39 of 50

Q39. Instructor applicants must pass the written exam within:

a). 30 days. b). 60 days. c). 6 months. d). 12 months.

Question 40 of 50

Q40. A licensed instructor must notify DMV of:

a). Vehicle changes. b). Residence changes. c). Employer changes. d). All of the above.

Question 41 of 50

Q41. A student instruction permit holder may drive:

a). Alone. b). With any adult. c). With a licensed instructor. d). With a licensed sibling.

Question 42 of 50

Q42. DMV may inspect driving school records:

a). Only with notice. b). Only annually. c). At any reasonable time. d). Only after complaints

Question 43 of 50

Q43. Instructor license renewal requires:

a). Written exam. b). Drive test. c). Medical exam. d). Vision test only.

Question 44 of 50

Q44. An instructor may NOT:

a). Apply instructor brake. b). Give verbal commands. c). Interfere with vehicle control without cause. d). Prevent unsafe driving.

Question 45 of 50

Q45. DMV regulations apply to:

a). Only minors. b). Only adults. c). All instruction. d). Only behind-the-wheel.

Question 46 of 50

Q46. A licensed instructor must comply with:

a). School owner instructions. b). DMV regulations. c). Student requests. d). Parent requests.

Question 47 of 50

Q47. Instructor licenses are considered:

a). Personal licenses. b). Occupational licenses. c). Commercial licenses. d). Provisional licenses.

Question 48 of 50

Q48. DMV may revoke a license if the instructor:

a). Moves out of state. b). Fails to meet requirements. c). Changes vehicles. d). Changes schedules.

Question 49 of 50

Q49. A driving instructor license authorizes instruction:

a). Only minors. b). Only adults. c). Only permit holders. d). As permitted by DMV regulations

Question 50 of 50

Q50. The ultimate responsibility for compliance rests with:

a). The student. b). The school owner. c). The instructor. d). DMV.

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Practice Exam #1 – Core Instructor Knowledge