California Driver License (DMV) Written Practice Test

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Prepare for your California Driver License Test. Sharpen your skills with multiple choice questions, each accompanied by explanations. Ace your upcoming DMV written exam!

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Which of the following is true about driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol?

  1. It is safer than driving without such impairment

  2. It is illegal and dangerous

  3. It is a preferred safe driving practice

  4. It can help improve your reaction time

The correct answer is: It is illegal and dangerous

Driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol is not only illegal, but also very dangerous. It impairs a driver's judgement, coordination, and reaction time, increasing the risk of accidents. Choosing option A is incorrect because driving under the influence is never safer than driving without impairment. Option C is also incorrect because it is not a safe driving practice, but rather a dangerous and illegal one. Option D is incorrect because while some may falsely believe it helps improve reaction time, in reality it decreases coordination and slows down reaction time, making it a dangerous choice.