Dealer Questions with Correct
Answers 2025
The California Vehicle Code (or CVC) contains almost all laws relating to the operation, owners
hip, and registration of vehicles in California.
True
False - CORRECT ANSWER -True
How long does the DMV have to investigate and complete the processing of your application?
60 days
120 days
180 days
There is no time limit - CORRECT ANSWER -120 days
What is a common DMV Transfer Fee for a California-registered vehicle?
$10
$18
$15 - CORRECT ANSWER -$15
A registration fee, California Highway Patrol fee, Vehicle License fee (.65% of vehicle value), an
d county/district fees are due for most vehicles registered for on-highway use.
True
False - CORRECT ANSWER -True
,When a Dealer offers a vehicle with a branded title for sale, the vehicle must display a red War
ning Sticker confirming the vehicle has a branded title.
True
False - CORRECT ANSWER -True
A Dealer must provide a Fictitious Name Statement (also known as a DBA) when:
-
When applying as a Corporation or LLC and not using the exact Corporation or LLC name on th
e DMV Dealer Application
-
When applying as an Individual and your Surname (last name) is not included in the business n
ame on the DMV Dealer Application
-The DMV never requires a Fictitious Name filing - CORRECT ANSWER --
When applying as a Corporation or LLC and not using the exact Corporation or LLC name on th
e DMV Dealer Application
-
When applying as an Individual and your Surname (last name) is not included in the business n
ame on the DMV Dealer Application
How often are Dealers required to complete a "Continuing Education" course from a DMV App
roved provider?
Every two years
, Every year
Continuing Training is optional and may be taken when the dealer has time -
CORRECT ANSWER -Every two years
Dealers must renew their license before it expires. The DMV does allow an expired license to b
e renewed during a "30-Day Grace Period".
False: Once a License is expired, there is no way to renew it
True: Dealers can renew their expired License within the 30-day Grace Period
False: Dealers can renew an expired License at any time if they pay a fine - CORRECT ANSWER -
True: Dealers can renew their expired License within the 30-day Grace Period
California's Vehicle Code, Division 12 —
Equipment of Vehicles requires that you do not sell (or offer for sale) a vehicle unless all of its
safety equipment is in proper working condition unless:
-The vehicle is being sold "AS-IS"
-The customer is notified that the vehicle is unsafe in writing
-Dealers may never sell an unsafe vehicle to a consumer - CORRECT ANSWER -
Dealers may never sell an unsafe vehicle to a consumer
Under what conditions is it legal to have the consumer purchasing the vehicle perform the sm
og check?
Answers 2025
The California Vehicle Code (or CVC) contains almost all laws relating to the operation, owners
hip, and registration of vehicles in California.
True
False - CORRECT ANSWER -True
How long does the DMV have to investigate and complete the processing of your application?
60 days
120 days
180 days
There is no time limit - CORRECT ANSWER -120 days
What is a common DMV Transfer Fee for a California-registered vehicle?
$10
$18
$15 - CORRECT ANSWER -$15
A registration fee, California Highway Patrol fee, Vehicle License fee (.65% of vehicle value), an
d county/district fees are due for most vehicles registered for on-highway use.
True
False - CORRECT ANSWER -True
,When a Dealer offers a vehicle with a branded title for sale, the vehicle must display a red War
ning Sticker confirming the vehicle has a branded title.
True
False - CORRECT ANSWER -True
A Dealer must provide a Fictitious Name Statement (also known as a DBA) when:
-
When applying as a Corporation or LLC and not using the exact Corporation or LLC name on th
e DMV Dealer Application
-
When applying as an Individual and your Surname (last name) is not included in the business n
ame on the DMV Dealer Application
-The DMV never requires a Fictitious Name filing - CORRECT ANSWER --
When applying as a Corporation or LLC and not using the exact Corporation or LLC name on th
e DMV Dealer Application
-
When applying as an Individual and your Surname (last name) is not included in the business n
ame on the DMV Dealer Application
How often are Dealers required to complete a "Continuing Education" course from a DMV App
roved provider?
Every two years
, Every year
Continuing Training is optional and may be taken when the dealer has time -
CORRECT ANSWER -Every two years
Dealers must renew their license before it expires. The DMV does allow an expired license to b
e renewed during a "30-Day Grace Period".
False: Once a License is expired, there is no way to renew it
True: Dealers can renew their expired License within the 30-day Grace Period
False: Dealers can renew an expired License at any time if they pay a fine - CORRECT ANSWER -
True: Dealers can renew their expired License within the 30-day Grace Period
California's Vehicle Code, Division 12 —
Equipment of Vehicles requires that you do not sell (or offer for sale) a vehicle unless all of its
safety equipment is in proper working condition unless:
-The vehicle is being sold "AS-IS"
-The customer is notified that the vehicle is unsafe in writing
-Dealers may never sell an unsafe vehicle to a consumer - CORRECT ANSWER -
Dealers may never sell an unsafe vehicle to a consumer
Under what conditions is it legal to have the consumer purchasing the vehicle perform the sm
og check?
