Driving without a license in California?

Can I take the california behind-the-wheel driving test without license plates (but with a temporary permit)?

• the California DMV website shows the requirements for the test -- Test Vehicle Requirements The vehicle you use for your driving test must be safe to drive. Before the test, the examiner checks for: two license plates. The rear plate must show current registration. both front and back turn signal lights and working brake lights. a working horn designed for the vehicle. tires with no bald spots. adequate brake pressure (you will be asked to step on the brake pedal to see if it works properly). a driver’s side window that rolls down. a windshield that allows a full unobstructed field of vision. two rear view mirrors (one must be on the outside, to the driver’s left). driver and front passenger doors that open from both the inside and outside. a secured glove compartment door so it doesn't open during the test. a passenger seat permanently attached to the vehicle. working safety belts, if the vehicle was manufactured with safety belts. working emergency/parking brake. -- well I've a temporary operating permit, but because the California DMV is slow as hell, I've no plates to show on test day.

• Answer:

  If there is a valid temporary operating permit displayed in the correct spot, you will be allowed to take the drivers test as long as all of the safety items are in proper working order.