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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Safe Driving Practices

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

Both

Always decrease speed.

Always signal.

Sharing the Road

When passing a bicyclist, how much space should you leave between your vehicle and the bicyclist?

2 feet.

1 foot.

3 feet.

Parking

What California penal code allows a vehicle to be removed after 4 hours?

CVC 22651.

CVC 480.

CVC 597.7.

Alcohol and Drugs

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

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

Alcohol and drugs have no affect on your driving abilities.

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

Lane Control

What is bicycle boulevard?

A designated route for bicyclists on streets shared with vehicle traffic that prioritize bicycle travel.

A lane that provides greater separation from adjacent vehicle traffic.

Neither option is correct.

Safe Driving Practices

In normal circumstances, what is the safest way to use the brakes?

Slow down quickly as early as possible and then travel very slowly up to the stopping point.

Slow down by reducing gear and using engine braking. Only brake as late as possible.

Brake early and gently.

Sharply and as late as possible.

Special Driving Situations

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

Use dipped headlights.

Use your flashing hazard lights.

Speed up get through the wet area.

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

Laws and Rules of the Road

If you are approaching a school safety patrol, what should you do?

Ignore them and continue observing the rules of the road.

Neither option is correct as most schools do not have school safety patrols.

Obey their directions.

Parking

Which California penal code prohibits parking in a crosshatched space?

CVC 597.7.

CVC 22507.8

CVC 480.

10.

Occupant Protection

How far suggested should drivers ride from the airbag cover?

10 inches

24 inches

5 inches

11.

Occupant Protection

Which of the following is a type of visual distraction?

Keeping your eyes on the road.

Eyes off of the road.

Mind off of the road.

12.

Vehicle Positioning

When you are on the highway, how much space should you leave to merge, cross, enter/exit traffic?

Half of a city block.

A full city block.

5 seconds

13.

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?

Your parents or guardians may be liable for civil damagers.

Both options are correct.

You may be fined for the damages.

14.

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.

15.

Safe Driving Practices

If you break down, and you have emergency flares available, what distance should you place them from your vehicle?

200 feet behind your vehicle.

100 feet behind your vehicle.

500 feet behind your vehicle.

16.

Lane Control

What do double white lines indicate on a roadway?

They mark traffic lanes going in the same direction.

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

They separate traffic lanes on roads with two or more lanes in the same direction.

17.

Safe Driving Practices

When traveling behind another vehicle in fast moving traffic, what is a good rule-of-thumb for measuring a safe distance to the vehicle in front?

You can fit at least 2 other cars in the gap between you.

Always make sure you cannot read the license plate of the vehicle in front.

Leave at least a 2 second gap between you and the vehicle in front.

Always make sure you can read the license plate of the vehicle in front.

18.

Occupant Protection

At what age is it considered lawful to allow a child in a car without someone 12 years or older present?

6 years old.

7 years old.

10 years old.

19.

Traffic Controls

What is this sign indicating?

Sharp turn.

Two way traffic.

Slippery when wet.

20.

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.

21.

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.

22.

Special Driving Situations

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

Slow down suddenly by applying your brakes.

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

Slow down gradually, and do not apply your brakes

23.

Lane Control

How is a low/zero emission vehicle indicated?

A special Department of Motor Vehicles-issued decal.

Neither option is correct.

A homemade decal that you can put on any vehicle.

24.

Special Driving Situations

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

A penny.

A dime.

A quarter.

25.

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?

Up to $1,000

3000

2000

26.

Occupant Protection

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

CVC 597.7.

CVC 15620.

CVC 480.

27.

Traffic Controls

What is the correct interpretation of this traffic signal?

To stop your vehicle entirely and to not continue forward.

To continue driving as long as you keep an eye out for other vehicles.

To yield to any pedestrians before continuing on.

28.

Sharing the Road

Which of the following is an example of when you can pass a light-rail vehicle?

When the light-rail vehicle is in your way, and you need to get over.

When you are on a one-way street.

Neither option is correct.

29.

Alcohol and Drugs

If you have an excessive BAC level, how long may you serve in jail for?

2 years.

6 months.

1 month.

30.

Lane Control

Which of the following is true when passing vehicles at crossroads and railroad crossings?

It is not dangerous to pass vehicles at these points as long as you use caution.

It is dangerous to pass vehicles at these points.

It is not dangerous to pass other vehicles at these points.

31.

Traffic Controls

What is the correct interpretation of this sign?

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

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

This sign means that you cannot do a certain action.

32.

Safe Driving Practices

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

Driving slowly and carefully.

Braking quickly.

Steering harshly.

Accelerating quickly.

33.

Traffic Controls

You MUST obey signals given by the following: (Select all that apply)

Police officers.

School crossing patrols.

Traffic wardens.

Traffic officers.

34.

Parking

What is parallel parking?

A driving technique that allows you to park parallel to the road in line with other vehicles.

A driving technique that allows you to park adjacent to a public transit bus lane lawfully.

A driving technique that allows you to park parallel to an interstate in the event that you are tired from driving.

35.

Lane Control

What is the correct interpretation of this diagram?

Double solid lines indicates that you may not pass.

Broken yellow line indicates that you may pass if it can be done so safely.

No passing if the solid yellow line is on your side.

36.

Sharing the Road

You are traveling slowly behind a cyclist in front of you. Why should you give the cyclist plenty of space when overtaking?

The cyclist might swerve to avoid an obstacle.

The rush of wind as you pass can destabilise a cyclist.

To get a better view of the road ahead.

So that they are more likely to see you.

37.

Traffic Controls

Which of the following types of signs indicate that you must slow down and be ready to stop if necessary?

A three sided red sign.

A square red and white regulatory sign.

An eight sided red sign.

38.

Laws and Rules of the Road

You MUST NOT reverse your vehicle:

Without using your horn to warn other road users.

Further than is necessary.

Into a side road.

Without someone to act as a guide.

39.

Safe Driving Practices

Whilst driving or riding, you should avoid distractions such as: (Select all that apply)

Listening to the radio at a loud volume.

Adjusting your rear-view mirror.

Adjusting or starting the radio.

Listening to the radio at a low volume.

40.

Visual Search

To avoid last minute moves or corrections, how far ahead should you scan?

0 - 5 seconds.

10 - 15 seconds.

Do not scan as this can distract you from driving.

41.

Lane Control

What is the correct interpretation of this diagram?

No passing if the solid yellow line is on your side.

Double solid lines indicates that you may not pass.

Broken yellow line indicates that you may pass if it can be done so safely.

42.

Handling Emergencies

Your vehicle brakes too quickly in wet or icy conditions and begins to skid. How should you recover control of the vehicle?

Speed up whilst steering away from the skid.

Release the brakes. Steer into the skid.

Brake hard immediately. It doesn't matter if the wheels lock.

Increase acceleration to speed up out of the skid.

43.

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

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

500

200

100

44.

Sharing the Road

What does this hazardous load placard mean?

Radioactive

Flammable

Explosives

45.

Laws and Rules of the Road

While pedestrians have the right-of-way, what is also required of them?

Pedestrians have their own set of rules that they must abide to since they are not in a vehicle.

Pedestrians must abide by the rules of the road.

Pedestrians are not required to abide by the rules of the road.

46.

Special Driving Situations

You are on snow and about to begin moving. As you set off, you should:

Leave your handbrake on.

Use the highest gear you can.

Quickly turn the steering to loosen the snow.

Always use 1st gear.

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