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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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.

The center of a road for two-way traffic.

They indicate that it is considered a barrier.

Sharing the Road

What California penal code allows Safety Enhanced-Double Fine Zones.

CVC 480.

CVC 42010

CVC 22511.

Sharing the Road

When you are in a construction zone, what should you not do?

Obey instructions from the flaggers present.

Stop and watch the road work.

Obey special signs.

Traffic Controls

What other information may be included on this sign?

No other information is ever included with this sign.

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

This sign may be show with or without words.

Alcohol and Drugs

If you are over the age of 21, what is the minimum level of BAC before it becomes unlawful to drive?

0.0001

0.0005

0.0008

Safe Driving Practices

Before setting off on a journey, you should ensure that: (Select all that apply)

Your mirrors and seat are adjusted correctly.

You know all the controls in your vehicle and how to use them.

You are wearing baggy clothes.

Your mobile phone can be easily reached in case you receive a call.

Special Driving Situations

If you are using a penny to check the tread on your tires, what is the indicator that you need to change your tires?

Neither option is correct, as a penny is an unreliable way to check the tread on your tires.

If you can see the top of Abraham Lincoln's head.

If you can only see Abraham Lincoln's neck.

Sharing the Road

What is required to operate a LSV or NEV?

A valid learner's permit.

No form of identification is needed to operate these vehicles.

A valid driver's license.

Sharing the Road

You are about to overtake a person riding a mobility scooter in windy weather. What should you do as you overtake?

Use your horn.

Keep as close as possible to them.

Use a higher gear whilst overtaking.

Allow plenty of space.

10.

Vehicle Positioning

What is the correct course of action when you are behind a driver who may be dangerous to others?

Neither option is correct.

Increase your following distance.

Tailgate the driver.

11.

Handling Emergencies

What can you do to prevent skidding?

Make no adjustments to your driving.

Increase your speed to create more traction.

Avoid fast turns.

12.

Safe Driving Practices

When you are signalling before making a manoeuvre, you should always:

Use your hazard lights to alert other road users.

Watch out for signals given by other road users and proceed only when you are satisfied that it is safe.

Keep signalling for about a minute before you manoeuvre as a warning.

Begin your manoeuvre immediately as you have right of way.

13.

Special Driving Situations

A typical stopping distance of a vehicle in dry weather is approximately __________ the distance of a vehicle in ICY or SNOWY weather.

The same as

A tenth (10%).

A third (33%)

Half (50%)

14.

Laws and Rules of the Road

What do you do in the event that a pedestrian makes eye contact with your vehicle at a crosswalk?

Both options are correct.

In means that they are ready to cross the street.

Yield to the pedestrian.

15.

Traffic Controls

What is the correct course of action when you see a solid yellow traffic signal?

Stop and look for pedestrians, then proceed with caution.

Stop if it is safe to do so, otherwise slow down and proceed through the intersection with caution.

Stop under all circumstances and wait for the red light.

16.

Special Driving Situations

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

Both options are correct.

Being proactive.

Reducing your speed.

17.

Laws and Rules of the Road

What law requires you to remain stopped as long as a school bus has flashing red lights?

CVC 480.

CVC 22454

CVC 597.7.

18.

Handling Emergencies

You are traveling along a wet road. Your steering begins to feel light and unresponsive. You should:

Release the accelerator to gradually slow down.

Turn the steering as far as you can to the right.

Increase speed.

Brake hard immediately.

19.

Laws and Rules of the Road

On a school bus, what does the yellow flashing lights mean?

The mean nothing as they are built as a part of the school bus to fulfil a government mandate.

They are there to indicate that they are a school bus.

They warn you to slow down and prepare to stop.

20.

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

How many points must you have in a 12 month period to be considered a negligent operator?

2 points.

4 points.

1 point

21.

Driver Readiness

Which of the following is correct regarding emotions and driving?

Neither option is correct.

Emotions can affect the way that you drive.

Your emotions have no relation to how well you drive.

22.

Turns

Under which circumstance can you make a legal U-turn?

At any point in the roadway, as long as you are not obstructing traffic.

Across a double yellow line when it is safe and legal.

Neither option is correct.

23.

Visual Search

If it is hard to see 1,000 feet ahead of you, what should you do?

Turn on your headlights.

Proceed like normal.

Pull over and wait until you can see better.

24.

Traffic Controls

What is this sign indicating?

There is a hospital ahead.

Directional arrow.

No turns are permitted.

25.

Alcohol and Drugs

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

Searches of your vehicle.

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.

26.

Lane Control

Which of the following may apply to you if you drive a low/zero emission vehicle?

You may be exempt from all Department of Motor Vehicles related charges for your vehicle.

You may be exempt from all toll charges on HOT lanes.

You may drive at any speed you wish, regardless of posted signs.

27.

Alcohol and Drugs

When taking medication, whom should you consult before operating a vehicle?

The local fuel station.

Your doctor or pharmacist

A passenger in your vehicle.

Your breakdown service.

28.

Traffic Controls

What is this sign indicating?

Pedestrian crossing.

School zone ahead.

Caution.

29.

Laws and Rules of the Road

Where are you required to stop, because of a stop light or sign?

You must stop before the stop line, sign, or signal.

Before the crosswalk.

Both options are correct.

30.

Special Driving Situations

When should you switch off your fog lights?

Visibility is greater than 2000 feet.

When visibility is greater than 500 feet.

When visibility is greater than 1000 feet.

When visibility is greater than 200 feet.

31.

Alcohol and Drugs

What is the purpose of an IID?

To prevent you from starting your vehicle if there is alcohol on your breath.

A device designed purely to make driving more difficult.

A type of headlight that allows you to see better at night.

32.

Traffic Controls

What does this sign mean?

Pedestrian zone ahead.

Stop at the junction.

No entry to all traffic.

Yield to other traffic.

33.

Driver Readiness

You develop poor vision, which of the following is correct after you have visited your doctor?

Neither option is correct

You should not notify the Department of Motor Vehicles as they are not required to know.

Notify the Department of Motor Vehicles.

34.

Traffic Controls

What is this sign indicating?

No traffic signal ahead.

Stop ahead.

Traffic signal ahead.

35.

Sharing the Road

You want to reverse your car but there is a pedestrian waiting to cross the road. You should:

Use your horn to get pedestrian to move out of the way.

Reverse quickly before pedestrian begins to cross.

Yield to the pedestrian and wait for them to finish crossing.

Wave the pedestrian to cross.

36.

Traffic Controls

What is this sign indicating?

Directional arrow.

There is a stop sign ahead.

Be prepared to yield ahead.

37.

Handling Emergencies

What should you do if you are involved in a collision?

Stop and call 9-1-1 if anyone is hurt.

Argue with the other person, regardless of who caused it.

Leave the accident.

38.

Laws and Rules of the Road

What is the speed limit for a blind intersection?

35 mph

25 mph

15 mph

39.

Traffic Controls

What is the correct course of action if you see a sign that states "Wrong Way"?

This sign indicates that danger is ahead.

Slow down and be ready to stop.

Back out or turn around and return to the correct side of the road.

40.

Occupant Protection

Pregnant women should do the following regarding a harness style seatbelt?

The harness should be worn across the breasts and over the abdomen's bulge.

The harness should be placed between the breasts and to the side of the abdomen's bulge.

No harness should be worn because it can cause greater injury.

41.

Sharing the Road

What does this hazardous load placard mean?

Flammable

Corrosive

Radioactive

42.

Sharing the Road

You are traveling slowly behind a cyclist in front of you. Why might they suddenly swerve or move across the traffic lane?

To get a better view of the road ahead.

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

Cyclists like to show off.

To avoid an uneven road surface or an icy patch.

43.

Special Driving Situations

Whilst driving when it is snowing, you should:

Slow down and allow plenty of time to brake gently.

Drive as quickly as possible.

Never use your fog lights.

Pull over into a service area and wait for the weather to improve.

44.

Visual Search

What should you do before changing lanes?

Increase speed and give a signal before changing lanes.

Increase speed and change lanes.

Look into your rearview mirror for nearby vehicles.

45.

Driver Readiness

What should you do to minimise the risk of tiredness? (Select all that apply)

Eat a heavy meal before the journey.

Do not begin a journey if you are already tired.

Plan your journey to take sufficient breaks.

Rest on the hard shoulder of the freeway.

46.

Safe Driving Practices

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

If a driver is moving slowly.

To try and get eye contact with other drivers.

To alert other drivers that they made a mistake.

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