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California DRE Salesperson Exam Prep

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The A+ Simulator is the most effective way to prepare for your California real estate license exam. Whether you are a first-time test taker or retaking the exam, our 1,000+ DRE-aligned practice questions will get you ready. Getting your California real estate license starts with passing the DRE exam, and we are here to make sure you do it on the first try.

A+ Simulator isn't a real estate school — it's a realistic exam practice tool built for candidates who've already completed their required pre-license education. If you still need to complete your California pre-license course, visit our Get Licensed page for available courses we recommend. Once you're course-complete, A+ Simulator gives you the realistic practice you need to walk into the DRE exam with confidence.

Real Estate Test Questions Practice — 5 Free Sample Questions

5 free California real estate exam questions from our DRE-aligned question bank. Tap a choice to check your answer.

1. A salesperson sells a property for $450,000. The commission is 6%. The broker pays the salesperson 60% of the commission. How much does the broker keep?

A$5,400
B$10,800
C$27,000
D$16,200

2. An agent knows the seller's roof leaks but does not disclose it because the buyer did not ask. This is an example of:

ACaveat Emptor
BInnocent Misrepresentation
CNegative Fraud
DPuffing

3. When an agent is a "Special Agent," it means they:

AHired for one specific act
BAre a dual agent
CCan sign contracts for the principal
DHandle all business affairs

4. In a residential sale, the "Natural Hazard Disclosure" (NHD) must include information about:

AFire Hazard Severity Zones
BLead-based Paint
CAsbestos
DMold Growth

5. The "Right of Survivorship" is a core characteristic of which type of ownership?

ASeveralty
BCommunity Property
CJoint Tenancy
DTenancy in Common

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Choose the DRE topics you want to practice or go full exam mode with all 1,000+ questions.

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Your results page shows color-coded scores by category so you know exactly where to focus.

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Built specifically for the California Real Estate Salesperson exam.
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Weakness tracking

Color-coded breakdown by category — green means strong, red means study more.

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Randomized every time

Questions shuffled every session so you never memorize the order.

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Instant explanations

Every answer includes a full rationale so you understand the law behind it.

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Focus on just one DRE category or mix them all — you are in control.

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Works on any device

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Real exam format

Same 4-choice format as the actual California DRE exam so test day feels familiar.

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What Is on the Exam

All 7 California DRE Exam Categories Covered

The California Real Estate Salesperson Exam tests 7 content areas. Our simulator and audio guide cover every single one — based on the official DRE exam outline.

Practice of Real Estate & Disclosures (25%)
Laws of Agency & Fiduciary Duties (17%)
Property Ownership & Land Use Controls (15%)
Property Valuation & Financial Analysis (14%)
Contracts (12%)
Financing (9%)
Transfer of Property (8%)
Common Questions

California Real Estate Exam FAQ

Everything you need to know about the California Real Estate Salesperson Exam.

How many questions are on the California Real Estate exam?

The California Real Estate Salesperson Exam contains 150 multiple choice questions. You must score at least 70% — 105 correct answers — to pass. You have 3 hours to complete it.

What score do you need to pass the California Real Estate exam?

You need a minimum score of 70% — at least 105 correct answers out of 150 questions. Our simulator tracks your score by category so you know exactly where to focus your study time.

How hard is the California Real Estate exam?

The California Real Estate exam has a first-time pass rate of approximately 51%. The key to passing is consistent practice with real exam format questions and knowing which categories carry the most weight. Practice of Real Estate and Disclosures makes up 25% of the exam.

How many times can you take the California Real Estate exam?

You can retake the California Real Estate exam as many times as needed within two years of your application approval. Most students who use a practice simulator pass within their first two attempts.

What topics are on the California Real Estate exam?

The California exam covers 7 official DRE content areas including Property Ownership, Laws of Agency, Property Valuation, Financing, Transfer of Property, Practice of Real Estate and Disclosures, and Contracts. Our simulator covers all 7 categories with 1,000+ practice questions.

What is the best way to study for the California Real Estate exam?

The most effective study method combines practice questions with audio review. Use our A+ Simulator to drill 1,000+ DRE-aligned practice questions and identify your weak areas. Then use the California Exam Cram Audio Guide to reinforce all 7 chapters in just 48 minutes — perfect for listening on your commute or the morning of your exam.

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