Car Full Test

Welcome to the 'Car Practice Test'

This practice test will select 46 random questions, which you will be expected to complete within the allocated 60 minute time limit. You will be shown correct and incorrect answers at the end of the quiz, with a hint available on each question should you need it.

Each question approximates the style and type used by the DMV for your real test.

Instructions:

The test will begin after you select the 'Next' button below.
For each question, choose from the four multiple choice answers provided.
Some questions may have more than one answer, a note will be displayed when to do this.
A confirmation screen will appear at the end for you to submit the test to be scored. Click 'Submit' to be shown a review of your scores and suggested revision.

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Handling Emergencies

What can you do to dry your brakes in the event that they become wet?

Press the accelerator and the brake pedals at the same time lightly.

Increase your speed, as the faster you go, the hotter your brakes become.

Increase how often you brake, as the more you brake, the hotter your brakes become.

Parking

What is the penalty for abusing disabled placards?

Both options are correct.

A misdemeanor charge.

A fine of up to $1,000.

Safe Driving Practices

Who is responsible whilst a vehicle is traveling under cruise control?

The mechanical responsible for maintenance.

The vehicle manufacturer.

The owner of the vehicle.

The driver or rider of the vehicle.

Traffic Controls

What is this sign indicating?

Crossroad.

End divided highway

Divided highway.

Lane Control

What is the correct interpretation of this diagram?

Broken yellow line indicates that you may pass if it can be done so safely.

Double solid lines indicates that you may not pass.

No passing if the solid yellow line is on your side.

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

What California penal code prohibits driving with an unsecured load that is a potential safety hazard?

CVC 24002

CVC 21152

CVC 480.

Safe Driving Practices

Before making a manoeuvre, changing direction, slowing down or moving off you should always: (Select all that apply)

Switch on your hazard lights.

Use an arm signal to emphasise or reinforce your signal if necessary.

Give clear signals in plenty of time, having checked it is not misleading to signal at that time.

Flash your headlights to warn other road users.

Occupant Protection

At what age is it considered illegal to leave a child unattended in a vehicle?

5 years old.

12 years old.

6 years old.

Special Driving Situations

If you come to a road that has ice, by how much should you reduce your speed?

Increase your speed, as the faster you go the more traction you make with the ice.

Reduce your speed by half.

Reduce your speed to a crawl.

10.

Safe Driving Practices

Which circumstance is an example of when to use your horn?

To alert other drivers that they made a mistake.

To avoid collisions.

Because you are angry or upset.

11.

Alcohol and Drugs

When you are driving in the state of California, what do you automatically give your consent for?

Breath, blood, or urine tests if you are suspected of DUI.

Neither option is correct as driving in the state of California does not automatically make you give your consent for anything.

Searches of your vehicle.

12.

Special Driving Situations

Which of the following is a way to reduce the hazard associated with high winds while driving?

Reducing your speed.

Both options are correct.

Being proactive.

13.

Safe Driving Practices

Coasting is a term used to describe a vehicle with manual transmission traveling in neutral or with the clutch on. How does this reduce your control of the vehicle? (Check all that apply)

More fuel is consumed.

You can no longer hear the engine.

Speed will increase when traveling downhill.

Engine braking is eliminated.

14.

Sharing the Road

Which of these are hazards you should be aware of on residential streets? (Select all that apply)

Vehicles moving off.

Children running out from behind parked cars.

Car doors opening.

Pedestrians.

15.

Parking

When you back up to parallel park, at what degree angle should you back up at?

Approximately 75 degrees.

Approximately 20 degrees.

Approximately 45 degrees.

16.

Sharing the Road

You are traveling with a motorcycle riding in front of you. Why might they suddenly swerve or move across the traffic lane?

To get a better view of the road ahead.

Motorcycle riders like to show off.

To avoid an obstacle, such as a drain cover.

As a warning to you that you're traveling too closely.

17.

Traffic Controls

What other information may be included on this sign?

No other information is ever included with this sign.

This sign may be show with or without words.

This sign may appear in different colors to indicate the severity of the action.

18.

Sharing the Road

The car in front of you has a flashing amber light as shown. What do you expect the vehicle to do next?

The vehicle is reversing.

The vehicle is braking.

The vehicle shall move to the right or turn right.

The vehicle shall move to the left or turn left.

19.

Traffic Controls

In addition to yielding, what must you also do when you come to a YIELD sign?

You must let any vehicle, bicyclist, or pedestrian pass before you proceed.

You may not enter the road that the sign is adjacent to.

You must stop at the limit line before proceeding.

20.

Traffic Controls

Which traffic signal typically comes after the solid yellow traffic signal?

Solid Green.

Flashing Yellow Arrow.

Solid Red.

21.

Lane Control

What are two sets of solid double yellow lines that are spaced 2 feet apart indicate?

Indicates that you may pass if the solid line is next to your driving lane.

They indicate that it is considered a barrier.

The center of a road for two-way traffic.

22.

Sharing the Road

You are about to overtake a cyclist in windy weather. Why should you leave extra room as you overtake?

To reduce fuel consumption.

To stop the wind blowing your exhaust fumes towards them.

To avoid dazzling them with your lights.

In case a gust of wind pushes them across the lane.

23.

Laws and Rules of the Road

What is the correct definition of an intersection?

An intersection is any place where one line of roadway meets another roadway.

An intersection is the part of the roadway set aside for pedestrian traffic.

Neither option is correct.

24.

Turns

Which of the following is not an illegal U-turn?

Where a "no U-turn" sign is posted.

At or on a rail road crossing.

When there is an opening available in the center divider.

25.

Safe Driving Practices

If you are under the age of 18, which of the of the following is correct regarding the use of electronic devices while driving?

Neither option is correct.

Any driver, regardless of age, may use an electronic device while driving as long as they look up every two seconds.

It is unlawful for anyone under the age of 18 to use an electronic device while driving, unless it is in the case of an emergency.

26.

Special Driving Situations

If there is not a speed limit posted before a curve, which should you do?

Judge how sharp the curve is and adjust your speed.

Judge how sharp the curve is and make no speed adjustment.

Judge how sharp the curve is and increase your speed.

27.

Traffic Controls

Which of the following types of signs indicate that you must slow down and be ready to stop if necessary?

A three sided red sign.

A square red and white regulatory sign.

An eight sided red sign.

28.

Handling Emergencies

What is the second step you must do in the event that your accelerator becomes stuck?

Keep your eyes on the road.

Stop and turn off of the ignition.

Apply the breaks.

29.

Sharing the Road

Which of these light signals implies the motorcycle will turn right or move to the right?

30.

Lane Control

What is the correct interpretation of this diagram?

Double solid lines indicates that you may not pass.

Broken yellow line indicates that you may pass if it can be done so safely.

No passing if the solid yellow line is on your side.

31.

Turns

What should you do when you are making a right turn?

Both options are correct.

Look over your right shoulder.

Reduce your speed.

32.

Laws and Rules of the Road

What is the maximum speed limit on a two lane undivided highway?

55 mph.

35 mph.

65 mph.

33.

Special Driving Situations

When towing, if your caravan or trailer begins to swerve or snake you should:

Ease off the accelerator and reduce speed gently to regain control.

Turn the steering wheel to follow the trailer or caravan.

Speed up to regain control.

Stay at a constant speed until the problem resolves itself.

34.

Sharing the Road

How much distance does it typically take for a large truck travelling 55 mph to stop?

400 feet.

200 feet.

800 feet.

35.

Vehicle Positioning

When you are on the highway, how much space should you leave to merge, cross, enter/exit traffic?

5 seconds

A full city block.

Half of a city block.

36.

Special Driving Situations

You are on snow and about to begin moving. As you set off, you should:

Always use 1st gear.

Leave your handbrake on.

Quickly turn the steering to loosen the snow.

Use the highest gear you can.

37.

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

What is the fee you may be required to pay to the Department of Motor Vehicles in the event that you driver's license is suspended?

200

38.

Sharing the Road

Whilst traveling at night, another vehicle is overtaking you. You should:

Speed up to prevent the overtaking.

Dip your headlights to avoid dazzling other road users.

Switch on your hazard warning lights.

Flash your lights at the other driver.

39.

Special Driving Situations

What do all gas-powered vehicles produce?

Sodium chloride.

Oxygen.

Carbon monoxide.

40.

Occupant Protection

Children under what age must be secured in a rear facing passenger restraint system?

Under 5 years old.

Under 2 years old.

Under 1 year old.

41.

Alcohol and Drugs

You are driving down the road after having left the liquor store. The items you bought are in the front passenger seat. Is this legal?

No, this is not legal as you cannot have unsealed alcohol containers within arm's reach.

No, this is not legal. You cannot have any form of alcohol in the vehicle.

Yes, this is legal as long as the alcohol is sealed and, full, and unopened.

42.

Turns

What is 200 feet most often compared to, to help visualize the distance?

Neither option is correct.

Half of an American football field.

A quarter the distance of an average airport.

43.

Parking

What California penal code allows local authorities to designate public spaces as an exclusive area for charging vehicles?

CVC 22651.

CVC 480.

CVC 22511.

44.

Laws and Rules of the Road

Why is it important to respect right-of-way rules?

It helps prevent collisions and other accidents.

It is common courtesy.

You are not required to respect right-of-way rules.

45.

Lane Control

What is a bike route?

A route for bicyclists on streets that are shared with vehicle traffic.

A lane that provides greater separation from adjacent vehicle traffic.

A route for bicyclists on streets shared with vehicle traffic.

46.

Safe Driving Practices

When traveling at night, your vehicles headlights MUST be switched on. For this purpose, night time is defined as:

Whenever the street lights are switched on.

Between 8pm and 8am.

The period between half an hour after sunset and half an hour before sunrise.

Whenever the sun is not visible in the sky.

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