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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Alcohol and Drugs

If you are under the age of 21, and you are caught with an alcohol beverage in your vehicle, how much can the court fine you for?

2000

Up to $1,000

3000

Lane Control

What should you do before overtaking? (Select all that apply)

Make sure the road is sufficiently clear ahead.

Flash your lights first to try to get the vehicle you plan to overtake to speed up.

Make sure there is a suitable gap in front of the vehicle you plan to overtake.

Make sure other road users are not overtaking you.

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

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

Both options are correct.

Increase your following distance to other vehicles.

The best advice is to not travel in those conditions.

Vehicle Positioning

You are traveling in fog behind another vehicle. What should you do to reduce the chances of an accident?

Use your high-beam headlights.

Keep a safer distance from the vehicle in front.

Keep close to the vehicle in front.

Use your flashing hazard lights.

Sharing the Road

You are reversing your car and a pedestrian starts walking behind you. You should:

Stop and wait for the pedestrian to finish crossing.

Rev your engine to show your annoyance.

Keep going as you have right of way.

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

Visual Search

Which one of the following is correct when giving enough space to another vehicle?

Always increase your speed when driving along side other vehicles.

If possible and safe, make room for vehicles entering freeways.

Always increase your speed to overtake a vehicle attempting to enter a freeway.

Safe Driving Practices

What should you do in the event that it is too bright for your signal lights to be seen easily?

Use hand-and-arm positions to indicate what you are doing.

Neither option is correct.

Slow down and proceed with caution.

Sharing the Road

What does this hazardous load placard mean?

Flammable

Corrosive

Radioactive

10.

Occupant Protection

Why is it unlawful to leave a child or animal in an unattended car?

Neither option is correct.

It is not unlawful to leave a child or animal unattended in a vehicle.

The car can rise to high temperatures quickly.

11.

Alcohol and Drugs

You and two passengers are pulled over by a police officer. Your backseat passenger has an open container of alcohol that they are actively drinking. Is this against the law?

Yes, as all open containers of alcohol must be kept in the trunk, or where passengers are not seated.

No, as the driver is not the one holding or actively drinking the open container of alcohol.

Neither option is correct.

12.

Safe Driving Practices

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

On narrow mountain roads when you can not see 200 feet ahead.

On the freeway when changing lanes.

Because you are angry or upset.

13.

Handling Emergencies

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

Try to drive the car safely off the road.

Keep your eyes on the road.

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

14.

Parking

You need to park and leave your vehicle on a foggy road. You should:

Leave your headlights on.

Leave your fog lights on.

Never leave any lights switched on.

Leave your parking lights on.

15.

Parking

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

Towards the curb.

Away from the curb.

Towards the shoulder of the road.

16.

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

How much can you be fined if you are smoking while there is a minor in your vehicle?

500

100

200

17.

Occupant Protection

Under which conditions may a child under 8 years old may ride in the front seat of a vehicle?

When there is no rear seat available.

All of the above.

The child passenger restraint system cannot be installed properly in the rear set.

18.

Special Driving Situations

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

Being proactive.

Both options are correct.

Reducing your speed.

19.

Alcohol and Drugs

If you are driving a vehicle that requires a CDL, what is the minimum level of BAC before it becomes unlawful to drive?

0.0001

0.0004

0.0005

20.

Safe Driving Practices

You want to reverse your car but cannot see if it is safe. You should:

Rev your engine loudly.

Use your horn.

Get out of your vehicle and check before moving.

Reverse very slowly.

21.

Alcohol and Drugs

What California penal code allows an officer to arrest you if they reasonably believe if you are under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs?

CVC 23153.

Both options are correct.

CVC 32152.

22.

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.

23.

Driver Readiness

If you are dazzled by bright sunlight, you should:

Speed up to get through the dazzle as quickly as possible.

Close your eyes until the dazzling goes away.

Slow down, and if necessary stop.

Turn your head and face away from the road.

24.

Special Driving Situations

Why MUST you switch off your fog lights when visibility improves?

They are bright and dazzle other road users.

They drain your vehicle's battery.

They confused other drivers.

It reduces control of your vehicle.

25.

Handling Emergencies

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

Keep your eyes on the road.

Look for an alternate route away from traffic.

Stop and turn off of the ignition.

26.

Occupant Protection

Why must a rear-facing baby seat not be placed in the front seat of a car with an active frontal airbag?

All airbags will become disabled.

An active passenger airbag can cause injury or death to the child.

The driver airbag will not deploy in an accident.

It will increase the risk of collisions.

27.

Laws and Rules of the Road

What is the speed limit when you are in a business district?

25 mph, unless otherwise posted.

35 mph, unless otherwise posted.

55 mph, unless otherwise posted.

28.

Traffic Controls

What is this sign indicating?

Curve.

T Intersection.

Slippery when wet.

29.

Parking

Which of the following is an example of disabled placard abuse?

Loaning your placard to friends or family.

Using a placard issued to you by the Department of Motor Vehicles.

Both options are correct.

30.

Safe Driving Practices

Before beginning a journey, how can you best plan your route?

Consult with your local fuel station.

No need to plan, just follow the signs.

Read your local newspaper.

Use a map or route planner.

31.

Sharing the Road

Which of these light signals implies the car is reversing or will reverse?

32.

Vehicle Positioning

What is an example of a driver who may present danger to other individuals?

Both options are correct.

Drivers who cannot see other drivers because their view is blocked.

Drivers backing out of driveways or parking space.

33.

Handling Emergencies

What can you do to prevent skidding?

Avoid fast turns.

Increase your speed to create more traction.

Make no adjustments to your driving.

34.

Traffic Controls

What should you do when you are coming to a railroad crossing?

Increase your speed to beat the train before it crosses.

Slow down, look and listen for any oncoming trains. Be prepared to stop.

Continue forward without reducing speed.

35.

Parking

Where is it acceptable to park and leave your vehicle? (Select all that apply)

On-street areas marked out by yellow zig zag lines along the road.

On-street areas marked out by double yellow lines.

On-street parking bays marked out by white lines.

In off-street parking areas.

36.

Traffic Controls

What is this sign indicating?

No left turn.

No U-turns allowed.

No right turn.

37.

Laws and Rules of the Road

If a vehicle is stopped at a crosswalk, what is the correct course of action to pass the vehicle?

Ensure that no pedestrians are in front of that vehicle.

You may pass as long as you proceed with caution.

You are not allowed to pass a vehicle at a crosswalk.

38.

Laws and Rules of the Road

You MUST NOT reverse your vehicle:

Without using your horn to warn other road users.

Without someone to act as a guide.

Further than is necessary.

Into a side road.

39.

Handling Emergencies

According to the California Highway Patrol, what should you do if your vehicle becomes disabled on the freeway?

Both options are correct.

Safely pull to the right shoulder.

Stay inside your vehicle with the seat belt on until help arrives.

40.

Laws and Rules of the Road

Under what circumstance must you drive slower?

When there is heavy traffic.

When there is bad weather.

Both options are correct.

41.

Special Driving Situations

What is most commonly used to check the tread on your tires?

A dime.

A quarter.

A penny.

42.

Vehicle Positioning

You are traveling in fog behind another vehicle. What should you do to reduce the chances of an accident?

Keep close to the vehicle in front.

Use your flashing hazard lights.

Use your dipped headlights so that you can be seen.

Use your high-beam headlights.

43.

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

If you receive a ticket during a traffic stop, what is the purpose of the promise that you sign?

Neither option is correct.

By signing, you promise to appear in traffic court.

By signing, you promise to admit fault for the citation.

44.

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.

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

Searches of your vehicle.

45.

Sharing the Road

When you enter a construction zone, what should you do?

Both options are correct.

Reduce your speed.

Be prepared to stop.

46.

Traffic Controls

What is this sign indicating?

No right turn.

No U-turns allowed.

No left turn.

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