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.
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Lane Control

What is the maximum amount of distance that you can drive in a center left turn lane?

500 feet.

1 mile

200 feet

Turns

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

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

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

Neither option is correct.

Occupant Protection

Which of the following is not correct about wearing a shoulder harness style seatbelt?

The shoulder harness should be worn under the arm or the back.

The shoulder harness should have minimal to no slack.

The shoulder harness should be worn across the shoulder and chest.

Parking

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

CVC 22511.

CVC 480.

CVC 22651.

Traffic Controls

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

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.

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

Traffic Controls

What does a red arrow light mean?

You are allowed to make a right turn like normal.

Right turns are not allowed at any time, even when the light is green.

It is similar to a red stop light, however, you cannot make a right turn at any time.

Special Driving Situations

What should you do in the event that you begin to hydroplane?

Slam down on your brakes to try and come to a complete stop.

Slow down suddenly by applying your brakes.

Slow down gradually, and do not apply your brakes

Alcohol and Drugs

If you are under the age of 21, and your BAC is 0.05%, what may you be required to submit to?

Neither option is correct.

Either a breath or blood test.

Another PAS to confirm the BAC.

Occupant Protection

If a passenger is under what age, you may be cited for them not wearing a seatbelt?

16 years old.

21 years old.

18 years old.

10.

Lane Control

What are turnout areas?

Neither option is correct.

Designated areas that allow other cars behind you to pass.

Special areas where you are allowed to make U-Turns.

11.

Safe Driving Practices

Which steering method is recommended when backing up?

One hand steering.

Hand-to-Hand steering

Hand-over-hand steering.

12.

Special Driving Situations

You are traveling in heavy traffic in wet weather. Rain and spray from the road are limiting visibility. You should: (Select all that apply)

Use dipped headlights.

Use your fog lights if visibility is below 100m.

Use your flashing hazard lights.

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

13.

Parking

In the event that you have to stop on a freeway, how should you park?

Park completely off of the pavement.

Park in the middle of the lane with your warning lights engaged.

Both options are correct.

14.

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

If you are under the age of 18 and you are in a vehicle accident, which of the following is true?

Both options are correct.

You may be fined for the damages.

Your parents or guardians may be liable for civil damagers.

15.

Parking

What does a red parking colored curb indicate?

No stopping, standing, or parking is permitted.

Stop no longer than the time posted to load/unload passengers or freight.

Park for a limited time as indicated by a sign or the time painted on the curb.

16.

Handling Emergencies

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

Keep your eyes on the road.

Try to drive the car safely off the road.

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

17.

Traffic Controls

What is this sign indicating?

Added lane.

Lane ending.

Merging traffic

18.

Vehicle Positioning

In the event that you need to cross multiple freeway lanes, what is the best course of action.

Wait until all of the lanes are clear, then proceed to merge into the one you need to be in.

Engage your turn signal and cross all lanes simultaneously without stopping.

Cross them one at a time until each lane is clear.

19.

Parking

What does a yellow parking colored curb indicate?

Stop no longer than the time posted to load/unload passengers or freight.

Park for a limited time as indicated by a sign or the time painted on the curb.

No stopping is allowed at this curb.

20.

Occupant Protection

Which of the following is a type of cognitive distraction?

Paying full attention to the road.

Mind off of the road.

Reaching down to pick up an object that fell onto the floor board.

21.

Special Driving Situations

Accelerating very quickly on a wet or icy road may cause:

The vehicle to skid and lose control.

The vehicle to speed up normally.

Better steering control.

Improved wheel grip.

22.

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 horn so other road users are aware of you.

Use your flashing hazard lights.

Use dipped headlights.

Use your fog lights if visibility is below 100m.

23.

Traffic Controls

What is the correct interpretation of this sign?

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

This sign indicates that you are entering the incorrect road with the incorrect vehicle.

This sign indicates that you are entering the wrong way of traffic.

24.

Lane Control

Which lane is generally the smoothest to drive in?

The middle lane

The left most lane

The right most lane

25.

Safe Driving Practices

What should you do when changing lanes, slowing down, stopping, or turning?

Always signal.

Always decrease speed.

Both

26.

Handling Emergencies

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

Increase speed.

Brake hard immediately.

Release the accelerator to gradually slow down.

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

27.

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 left lost lane.

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

28.

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

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

2 points.

1 point

4 points.

29.

Occupant Protection

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

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

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

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

30.

Laws and Rules of the Road

What is the correct course of action when you stop in a crosswalk.

It is not allowed to stop in a crosswalk.

You are allowed to stop in a crosswalk in the event in you overpass the white limit line.

Ensure that no pedestrians are within a block of the cross walk.

31.

Sharing the Road

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

32.

Lane Control

Where are bike lanes typically located?

Alongside streets adjacent to vehicle traffic.

Alongside the interstate.

There are no designated bike lanes in the state of California.

33.

Alcohol and Drugs

Which of the following is true regarding alcohol and/or drugs and driving?

Alcohol and/or drugs impair your judgement and driving abilities.

It is encouraged to take drugs or drink alcohol prior to driving.

Alcohol and drugs have no affect on your driving abilities.

34.

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.

35.

Laws and Rules of the Road

While driving slower than normal, under what circumstance may you be cited?

When you block normal and reasonable movement.

You will not be cited because you may have to drive slower under certain circumstances.

Neither option is correct.

36.

Special Driving Situations

What should you not do when being pulled over by law enforcement?

Both options are correct.

Refusal to roll down your window, or have your hands in open view.

Begin moving around in your vehicle suddenly.

37.

Safe Driving Practices

When MUST your vehicle's headlights be switched on?

At night.

Any time other vehicles are on the road.

At all times.

Whenever visibility is reduced.

38.

Sharing the Road

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

Keep as close as possible to them.

Allow plenty of space.

Use a higher gear whilst overtaking.

Use your horn.

39.

Traffic Controls

What is this sign indicating?

This sign indicates that there is a ski lodge near by.

This sign indicates that you must be on the lookout for pedestrians.

This sign means that there is an airport near by.

40.

Handling Emergencies

You are traveling along a wet road in a vehicle without anti-lock brakes. You apply the brakes and your vehicle begins to skid. What should you do?

Release the brakes.

Brake hard immediately.

Increase speed.

Let go of the steering.

41.

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 obstacle, such as a drain cover.

To get a better view of the road ahead.

Motorcycle riders like to show off.

42.

Turns

How do you know what lane is designated as a public transit bus lane?

Signs will be posted that designate it.

There are no specified public transit bus lanes in the state of California.

It is common knowledge to know what is designated as such.

43.

Traffic Controls

What is the correct interpretation of this sign?

This sign indicates that you are entering the incorrect road with the incorrect vehicle.

This sign means that you cannot do a certain action.

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

44.

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.

45.

Lane Control

What should you do if you miss a turn?

Slam on your breaks so you do not miss the turn.

Make a U-Turn where possible.

Proceed as normal until you can legally, and safely, turn around.

46.

Lane Control

What do solid white lines indicate on a roadway?

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

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

They mark traffic lanes going in the same direction.

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