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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[ Occupant Protection ]

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

7 years old.

10 years old.

6 years old.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

When should you NOT reverse from a side road into a main road?

If you don't have another person acting as a guide.

When a pedestrian is waiting to cross the road.

If there is traffic on the main road.

At any time.

Hint

[ Lane Control ]

What is bicycle boulevard?

Neither option is correct.

A lane that provides greater separation from adjacent vehicle traffic.

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

[ Special Driving Situations ]

If you come to a wet road, by how much should you reduce your speed?

Do not adjust your speed at all, as you do not want to risk hydroplaning.

1 to 5 mph slower.

5 to 10 mph slower.

[ Parking ]

When you back up to parallel park, at what degree angle should you back up at?

Approximately 45 degrees.

Approximately 20 degrees.

Approximately 75 degrees.

[ Lane Control ]

What is the correct interpretation of this sign?

The vehicle must have a minimum of two people to use the HOV lane.

Both options are correct.

The left lane is the designated HOV lane.

[ 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?

You will face life imprisonment.

No actions will be taken against you.

Your driving privilege will be revoked for one year.

[ Special Driving Situations ]

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

It reduces control of your vehicle.

They are bright and dazzle other road users.

They confused other drivers.

They drain your vehicle's battery.

Hint

[ Special Driving Situations ]

You are traveling along a road and you cannot see more than 100 meters (328 feet) in front. What should you do?

You MUST NOT slow down.

You MUST NOT switch on your fog lights.

You MUST use headlights. You may use fog lights if necessary.

You MUST switch on your hazard lights.

Hint

10.

[ 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.

Use your flashing hazard lights.

Keep close to the vehicle in front.

Use your dipped headlights so that you can be seen.

Hint

11.

[ Additional Driving Laws / Rules ]

How far can your cargo extend before you are required to use a 12 inch red or orange square flag to indicate the wideness of the load?

2 feet beyond the back rear bumper.

5 feet beyond the back rear bumper.

4 feet beyond the back rear bumper.

12.

[ 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.

13.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

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

Neither option is correct.

When you block normal and reasonable movement.

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

14.

[ Alcohol and Drugs ]

If you have an open container of alcohol, where must you keep it stored at in your vehicle?

In the trunk of your vehicle.

In your cup holder.

You are not allowed to have opened containers of alcohol in your vehicle under any circumstance.

15.

[ 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.

Let go of the steering.

Increase speed.

Hint

16.

[ Additional Driving Laws / Rules ]

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

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

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

Neither option is correct.

17.

[ 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 be snug and lies low across your hips.

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

18.

[ Special Driving Situations ]

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

Triple

Double

The same as

Half

Hint

19.

[ Alcohol and Drugs ]

If you are convicted of DUI for the first time, in addition to having driving privileges suspended, what also may you be required to do?

Neither option is correct.

You will be required to complete a DUI program.

Nothing, as the suspension of driving privileges is enough of a punishment.

20.

[ Alcohol and Drugs ]

What is the consequence if your BAC is 0.08% or higher?

The officer may let you go, as long as you promise to drive straight home at a reduced speed.

The officer may arrest you.

Neither option is correct, as the BAC is not a reliable way to determine how much you have had to drink.

21.

[ Sharing the Road ]

The motorcycle in front of you has a flashing amber light as shown. What do you expect the vehicle to do next?

The vehicle shall move to the left or turn left.

The vehicle is braking.

The vehicle shall move to the right or turn right.

The vehicle is reversing.

Hint

22.

[ 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?

10 years.

5 years.

1 year.

23.

[ Special Driving Situations ]

Which headlights should you use in the event that you have to drive in heavy fog or smoke?

Low beam headlights.

High beam headlights.

Fog headlights.

24.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

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

If there is no traffic on the main road.

Never reverse onto a main road.

When you have another person acting as a guide.

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

Hint

25.

[ 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?

To get a better view of the road ahead.

So that they are more likely to see you.

So that you can travel faster.

The cyclist might swerve to avoid an uneven road surface.

Hint

26.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What does a red arrow light mean?

You are allowed to make a right turn like normal.

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

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

27.

[ Sharing the Road ]

Why should you not move in front of a large truck and suddenly stop or slow down?

Because they are a much larger vehicle, it takes longer for them to stop.

You can move in front of a large truck and stop or slow down suddenly, as they can stop quicker than a regular vehicle.

Neither option is correct

28.

[ Sharing the Road ]

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

Hint

29.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What is this sign indicating?

Traffic signal ahead.

Two way traffic.

Merging traffic

30.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

A road user in front of you is traveling slowly. You should:

Use your horn to tell them to speed up or move aside.

Flash your headlights to tell them to speed up or move aside.

Wait patiently at a safe distance behind them. Overtake when it is safe to do so.

Travel as closely as possible behind them to let them know you want to overtake.

Hint

31.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What is this sign indicating?

Crossroad.

End divided highway

Divided highway.

32.

[ Sharing the Road ]

When overtaking a horse and rider, what should you do?

Overtake slowly if it is safe to do so.

Use your horn to warn the rider of our presence.

Drive around as quickly as possible.

Flash your headlights at the horse rider.

Hint

33.

[ Special Driving Situations ]

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

Improved fuel efficiency.

Slippery road surface.

Noisier exhaust.

Reduced tire grip.

Hint

34.

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

Use your flashing hazard lights.

Use your fog lights if visibility is below 100m.

Use dipped headlights.

Hint

35.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What is the correct interpretation of this sign?

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

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

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

36.

[ Sharing the Road ]

Which of these are hazards you should be aware of on residential streets? (Select all that apply)

Car doors opening.

Vehicles moving off.

Children running out from behind parked cars.

Pedestrians.

Hint

37.

[ Occupant Protection ]

An eight year old child is riding in the front seat of a vehicle. The vehicle does not have a backseat available. Is it lawful for this child to sit in the front seat?

As long as the child is wearing their seatbelt, it does not matter.

No, as all children must ride in the backseat.

Yes, since there is no rear seat available, the child may sit in the front seat lawfully.

38.

[ Parking ]

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

Towards the curb.

Away from the curb.

Towards the shoulder of the road.

39.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

In stationary traffic, you should:

Apply the parking brake and release the foot brake to deactivate the brake lights.

Use your horn aggressively to speed up the traffic.

Use your mobile phone to report the traffic.

Get out of the vehicle to have a stretch.

Hint

40.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What is this sign indicating?

No U-turns allowed.

No right turn.

No left turn.

41.

[ Parking ]

What is the penalty for abusing disabled placards?

A misdemeanor charge.

A fine of up to $1,000.

Both options are correct.

42.

[ Lane Control ]

What are sharrows?

A route that alerts traffic that bicyclists are allowed to occupy the travel lane.

A route that is for the exclusive use of bicyclists.

A route for bicyclists on streets shared with vehicle traffic.

43.

[ Sharing the Road ]

What is this diagram representing?

An emergency vehicle.

A light-rail vehicle.

A slow moving vehicle.

44.

[ Occupant Protection ]

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

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

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.

45.

[ Handling Emergencies ]

What can you do to prevent skidding?

Increase your speed to create more traction.

Avoid fast turns.

Make no adjustments to your driving.

46.

[ Vehicle Positioning ]

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

Drivers who pass you when there is a curve ahead of you.

Neither option is correct.

A driver on the freeway travelling at 55 mph.

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