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:

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[ Occupant Protection ]

Which Penal Code prohibits leaving or confining an animal in an unattended, hot vehicle?

CVC 597.7.

CVC 15620.

CVC 480.

[ 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?

If you can only see Abraham Lincoln's neck.

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.

[ Handling Emergencies ]

What should you do in the event that your vehicle stalls or becomes disabled on railroad tracks, and there is not a train coming?

Exit your vehicle immediately and call the Emergency Notification System number located nearby.

Stay in your vehicle and call for help.

Attempt to push your vehicle off of the railroad tracks by yourself.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What is the correct interpretation for this traffic signal?

This traffic signal means that you may not cross the street.

This traffic signal means that you may cross the street with caution.

This traffic signal means that it is legal for a pedestrian to cross the street.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

In the event that you have to drive on a sidewalk, what is the correct course of action?

Ensure that there are no pedestrians on the sidewalk for the next block.

You are not allowed to drive on sidewalks, as they are meant for pedestrians.

Decrease your speed to five miles per hour, and continue forward.

[ Special Driving Situations ]

Ice and snowy weather has been forecasted. You should: (Select all that apply)

Drive more quickly to reduce time in the snow.

Allow more time for your journey.

Only travel if the journey is essential.

Keep your fog lights on at all times.

Hint

[ Traffic Controls ]

Which of the following is not true regarding a solid green traffic signal?

Do not enter the intersection if you cannot get completely across traffic before the traffic signal turns red.

You are allowed to turn left from a turn right only lane.

Give the right-of-way to any vehicle, pedestrian or bicyclist in the intersection.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

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

Use your hazard lights to alert other road users.

Begin your manoeuvre immediately as you have right of way.

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

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

Hint

[ Parking ]

Which of the following is an example of illegal parking

At a red curb.

When a peace officer requires you to park off of the freeway.

Parking next to a school.

10.

[ Handling Emergencies ]

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

Keep your eyes on the road.

Warn other drivers by honking and turning on your emergency lights.

Stop and turn off of the ignition.

11.

[ Vehicle Positioning ]

You are driving along a freeway in wet weather. You should keep well back from the vehicle in front because:

Decrease fuel consumption.

Reduce your typical stopping distance.

Increase your ability to accelerate.

Increase your ability to see and plan ahead.

Hint

12.

[ Additional Driving Laws / Rules ]

What should you do if you purchase a vehicle from another state?

Neither option is correct.

Ensure that it drives properly.

Ensure that it meets California's smog laws.

13.

[ Occupant Protection ]

Which of the following is a type of visual distraction?

Mind off of the road.

Eyes off of the road.

Keeping your eyes on the road.

14.

[ Lane Control ]

Which direction should you pass traffic?

It is not lawful to pass any vehicle under any circumstance.

You must pass traffic on the left hand side.

You must pass traffic on the right hand side.

15.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

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

Both options are correct.

Before the crosswalk.

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

16.

[ Visual Search ]

You are traveling along a road and you see a car reversing out from a driveway on the left. You should NOT:

Use your horn to warn the other driver of your presence.

Slow down.

Be prepared to stop.

Speed up and overtake.

Hint

17.

[ Special Driving Situations ]

What should you do if you are driving and there is heavy fog or smoke?

The best advice is to not travel in those conditions.

Increase your following distance to other vehicles.

Both options are correct.

18.

[ Alcohol and Drugs ]

Consuming alcohol will have the following effect: (Select all that apply)

Improve co-ordination and reaction times.

Take time to leave your body making you unfit to drive even hours later.

Affect judgement of speed, distance and risk.

Reduce driving ability, even if you're below the legal limit.

Hint

19.

[ Sharing the Road ]

On a divided highway with 4 or more traffic lanes in one direction, what lane do large trucks typically drive in?

Any lane they choose, as long as they maintain the posted speed limit.

The lane just to the left of the right most lane.

The left lost lane.

20.

[ Sharing the Road ]

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

Switch on your hazard warning lights.

Dip your headlights to avoid dazzling other road users.

Speed up to prevent the overtaking.

Flash your lights at the other driver.

Hint

21.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What does this sign normally indicate?

Slow moving vehicle.

A police vehicle.

A hazardous vehicle.

22.

[ Traffic Controls ]

When coming to a stop sign, if there is no limit line or cross walk present, where must you stop your vehicle?

You must stop after the stop sign.

You must stop before entering the intersection.

Anywhere, as it doesn't matter.

23.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

What can cause a vehicle to skid? (Select all that apply)

Braking quickly.

Accelerating quickly.

Steering harshly.

Driving slowly and carefully.

Hint

24.

[ Alcohol and Drugs ]

If you are under the age of 21, and your BAC is 0.01%, how long will your driving privileges be suspended for?

1 year.

5 years.

10 years.

25.

[ Additional Driving Laws / Rules ]

When are you required to turn your headlights on?

Both options are correct.

30 minutes before sunrise.

30 minutes after sunset.

26.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

A driver is moving slowly, and you want them to go faster. Should you honk your horn at them?

Yes, as you want them to get out of the way.

No, as the driver may not be able to go any faster due to one reason or another

Yes, as you are in a hurry and you need to get to your destination.

27.

[ Traffic Controls ]

When coming to a stop sign, where must you fully stop your vehicle at?

You must stop at the white limit line.

You must stop after the stop sign.

You may choose where you are allowed to stop, as long as you make a full stop.

28.

[ Turns ]

To make a right turn, what should you drive close to?

The right side of the road.

The left side of the road.

The center of the road.

29.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

What is a blind intersection?

A blind intersection is when there are no stop signs at any corner and you cannot see in either direction for 100 feet.

An area where a railroad crossing intersects with a roadway.

There is no defined definition for a blind intersection.

30.

[ Special Driving Situations ]

A typical stopping distance of a vehicle in wet weather is approximately __________ the normal distance of a vehicle in dry weather.

Double

Triple

Half

The same as

Hint

31.

[ Sharing the Road ]

What is a Safety Enhanced-Double Fine Zone?

An area where fines are doubled for traffic violations.

Neither option is correct.

There are no double fine zones in the state of California.

32.

[ Traffic Controls ]

Which of the following is true regarding a green arrow traffic signal?

You must turn in any direction as it is a green arrow.

You must turn in the direction the arrow is pointing.

33.

[ Alcohol and Drugs ]

You have been convicted of driving a car whilst intoxicated (after drinking too much alcohol). What will happen to your insurance?

It will reduce your premiums.

You will no longer be allowed to carry passengers.

You will only be able to ride a motorcycle instead.

It can invalidate your insurance.

Hint

34.

[ Additional Driving Laws / Rules ]

If your driver's license is suspended, once the suspension period has ended, what must you do to apply for a new driver's license?

Neither option is correct.

You must show proof of financial responsibility.

You must show a copy of your previous driver's license.

35.

[ Sharing the Road ]

You are about to overtake a motorcyclist in windy weather. What should you do as you overtake?

Overtake as quickly as possible.

Allow plenty of space.

Keep as close as possible to them.

Use your horn.

Hint

36.

[ Lane Control ]

What do solid white lines indicate on a roadway?

They indicate a lane barrier between regular use and a preferential use lane.

They mark traffic lanes going in the same direction.

They separate traffic lanes on roads with two or more lanes.

37.

[ Occupant Protection ]

What is the correct way to wear a lap belt seatbelt?

The lap belt should not be worn at all since it can cause greater injury in the case of a vehicle accident.

The lap belt should lie across your hips with as much slack as possible for comfort.

The lap belt should be snug and lies low across your hips.

38.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What is the correct interpretation of this sign?

This sign indicates that you must yield.

This sign indicates that you are not allowed to do a certain action.

This sign indicates that you must make a full stop.

39.

[ Occupant Protection ]

Which of the following is true when a child is seated next to a side air bag?

You are encouraged to seat your child next to a side air bag.

The child may be at serious risk of injury or fatal injury.

There is no risk associated with seating a child next to a side airbag.

40.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

Which of the following must you do when driving through a crosswalk?

Increase your speed so you may pass over the crosswalk before the pedestrians do.

Ensure that all pedestrians have crossed, and proceed with caution.

Do not change your speed and proceed like normal, regardless of whether or not pedestrians are attempting to cross.

41.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

What is the speed limit when you are within 100 feet of a railroad?

25 mph

15 mph

40 mph

42.

[ Parking ]

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

CVC 480.

CVC 22511.

CVC 22651.

43.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

At intersections without a STOP or YIELD signs, what action is correct?

Both options are correct.

Yield to traffic and any pedestrians.

Slow down and be ready to stop.

44.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What is this sign indicating?

Railroad tracks.

There is a hospital ahead.

Crossroad.

45.

[ Sharing the Road ]

Which of the following is a way for a motorcyclist to increase their chances of being seen by other drivers?

Both options are correct.

Wearing a bright colored jacket.

Using high beam headlights during daylight hours.

46.

[ Additional Driving Laws / Rules ]

If you willfully flee a peace officer attempting to pull you over, what is the consequence?

Neither option is correct.

Nothing will happen as they had no reason to stop you.

It is a misdemeanor punishable by imprisonment for no more than 1 year.

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