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.

Ready? Click 'Next' to begin.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What is the correct interpretation of this sign?

There is a school ahead, and you must let the children pass before proceeding.

Allow any elderly people, or other pedestrians to cross before proceeding.

This sign means to stop and help someone cross the road.

[ Alcohol and Drugs ]

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

Give a false sense of confidence.

Reduce co-ordination and slow down reactions.

Decrease the risk of collisions.

Make you a better driver.

Hint

[ Special Driving Situations ]

You are driving your car in wet weather. Rain and spray from the road are limiting visibility. You should: (Select all that apply)

Use your flashing hazard lights.

Use your horn so other road users are aware of you.

Use dipped headlights.

Use your fog lights if visibility is below 100m.

Hint

[ Alcohol and Drugs ]

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

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.

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

[ Alcohol and Drugs ]

If you are under the age of 21, and you are convicted of having a BAC of 0.01% or over, which of the following is a possible consequence?

Your driving privilege will be revoked for one year.

No actions will be taken against you.

You will face life imprisonment.

[ Alcohol and Drugs ]

If you are under the age of 21, and you are caught with an alcohol beverage in your vehicle, how long can you vehicle be impounded for?

30 days.

7 days.

21 days.

[ Lane Control ]

If you are driving slowly on a two lane road, how many vehicles must be behind you before you are required to turn into a turnout area?

5 vehicles

3 vehicles.

1 vehicle.

[ Driver Readiness ]

You are traveling through a residential street. What should you be particularly aware of?

Cars unexpectedly pulling out.

Truck drivers.

Children playing in the street.

Loud noises coming from houses.

Hint

[ Visual Search ]

Why is it important to not develop a "fixed stare" while driving?

Neither option is correct.

It prevents you from seeing potential hazards ahead of you.

It is a good habit to develop as it decreases the chances of an accident.

10.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What is this sign indicating?

Added lane.

Merging traffic

Lane ending.

11.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What is this sign indicating?

Added lane.

Curve

Merging traffic.

12.

[ Lane Control ]

What lane number is considered the fast lane?

Number 2

Number 3

Number 1

13.

[ Lane Control ]

Apart from looking in your mirrors, what should you do before changing lanes?

Check for vehicles that may or may not be in your blind spot.

Change lanes without a signal, as long as you do it slowly to let other drivers know.

Signal and change lanes without any other precautionary measures.

14.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

When towing a vehicle or trailer, which lanes must you drive in?

Any lane as long as you are maintaining the posted speed.

Any lanes regardless of the circumstance, or posted speed.

The lane that is closest to the right side of the road.

15.

[ Alcohol and Drugs ]

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

0.0001

0.0005

0.0008

16.

[ Handling Emergencies ]

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

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.

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

17.

[ Turns ]

What should you not do when making a left turn?

Decrease your speed.

Cut the corner of the lane belonging to the vehicles coming towards you.

Look over your left shoulder.

18.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

Which is the correct definition of a roundabout?

A roundabout is the part of the roadway set aside for pedestrian traffic.

A roundabout is any place where one line of the roadway meets another roadway.

A roundabout is an intersection where traffic travels around a central island in a counter-clockwise direction.

19.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What is this sign indicating?

This sign indicates that planes fly through this area.

This sign means that there is an airport near by.

This sign indicates that you must be on the lookout for planes landing on the road you are driving on.

20.

[ 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

21.

[ Special Driving Situations ]

Which of the following is true regarding driving at high rates of speeds?

The faster your speed, the more control you have of your vehicle.

The faster you drive, the better your gas mileage will be.

The faster your speed, the less control you have of your vehicle.

22.

[ 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?

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

To avoid an uneven road surface or an icy patch.

To get a better view of the road ahead.

Motorcycle riders like to show off.

Hint

23.

[ Handling Emergencies ]

What should you do if you see a vehicle's hazard lights ahead?

Reduce your speed and proceed with caution.

Reduce your speed so you can see what happened.

Neither option is correct.

24.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

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

Neither option is correct.

Proceed like normal.

Slow down and be ready to stop.

25.

[ Turns ]

What is a public transit bus lane?

A lane that is shared by both transit vehicles and regular vehicles.

A lane specifically designated for public transit vehicles.

A lane specified for emergency vehicles.

26.

[ Turns ]

Which of the following is an example of an illegal U-turn?

On a roadway with two sets of double yellow lines.

In business districts.

Both options are correct.

27.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What is this sign indicating?

Merging traffic

Traffic signal ahead.

Two way traffic.

28.

[ Sharing the Road ]

What does this hazardous load placard mean?

Radioactive

Flammable

Explosives

29.

[ Sharing the Road ]

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

200 feet.

800 feet.

400 feet.

30.

[ Sharing the Road ]

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

Hint

31.

[ Occupant Protection ]

Apart from the required age, what is the other exception for having a rear-facing child passenger restraint system?

The child is 20 pounds or more.

The child is 30 pounds or more, and is 3 feet 2 inches taller.

The child is 40 pounds or more.

32.

[ Special Driving Situations ]

What can possibly happen if you drive faster or slower than the rest of traffic?

You increase the chances of angry drivers.

You increase the chances of a collision.

Nothing will happen as long as you are below or at the speed limit.

33.

[ 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 a copy of your previous driver's license.

You must show proof of financial responsibility.

34.

[ 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.

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

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

35.

[ 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.

36.

[ Special Driving Situations ]

What effects can a soft road surface have on your vehicle? (Select all that apply)

Noisier exhaust.

Improved fuel efficiency.

Slippery road surface.

Reduced tire grip.

Hint

37.

[ Sharing the Road ]

What does this diagram visualize?

The distance that other vehicles should drive from a large truck.

A representation of how large a large truck is compared to regular vehicles.

A large truck's blind stop.

38.

[ Special Driving Situations ]

You are driving your car along a wet road. Spray from the road is limiting your visibility. You should:

Pull over into a service area and wait for the road to dry.

Use dipped headlights.

Use your flashing hazard lights.

Speed up get through the wet area.

Hint

39.

[ Driver Readiness ]

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

Neither option is correct

Notify the Department of Motor Vehicles.

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

40.

[ Parking ]

When parking uphill, what way should you turn your wheels?

Towards the curb.

Towards the shoulder of the road.

Away from the curb.

41.

[ Lane Control ]

What do two solid yellow lines on a roadway indicate?

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

The center of a road for two-way traffic.

No passing.

42.

[ Turns ]

If there is a bike lane in your path when you are making a right turn, how far can you drive in the bike lane?

400 feet.

1 mile.

200 feet.

43.

[ Handling Emergencies ]

In the event that you hit a parked vehicle, what should you do?

Do nothing as no one is in the vehicle and no one was hurt.

Take a picture of their license plate and inform the Department of Motor Vehicles when you have time.

Leave a note with your information.

44.

[ Handling Emergencies ]

What do you need to provide to the Emergency Notification System if you have to call them due to your vehicle stalling on railroad tracks?

Neither option is correct as you do not call the Emergency Notification System in this situation

Your location and the railroad crossing number if posted.

The year and make of your vehicle.

45.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

When should you reverse from a side road into a main road?

Never reverse onto a main road.

When there is a safe gap in the traffic. Use your horn to warn other vehicles.

If there is no traffic on the main road.

When you have another person acting as a guide.

Hint

46.

[ Special Driving Situations ]

What is a symptom of carbon monoxide poisoning?

Nausea.

Dizziness.

Both options are correct.

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