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.

Safe Driving Practices

When may you use your vehicle's horn? (Select all that apply)

To alert other road users of your presence.

When another road user annoys you.

On am empty road in a built up area between 11.30pm and 7am.

When another road user poses a danger.

Visual Search

Why can backing up your vehicle be dangerous?

Backing your vehicle can be dangerous because you may not see behind your vehicle.

Neither option is correct.

Backing your vehicle up is not dangerous in any circumstance.

Alcohol and Drugs

If you are going to consume alcohol before a journey, you should:

Drive with your hazard lights flashing to warn other vehicles.

Drive faster to reduce risk of collisions.

Only drink wine and not spirits.

Arrange another means of transport.

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.

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.

No passing.

The center of a road for two-way traffic.

Sharing the Road

It is particularly important to be aware of: (Select all that apply)

Truck drivers.

Older drivers.

Fields filled with animals.

Disabled people.

Safe Driving Practices

In stationary traffic, you should:

Get out of the vehicle to have a stretch.

Use your horn aggressively to speed up the traffic.

Use your mobile phone to report the traffic.

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

Lane Control

What are two sets of solid double yellow lines that are spaced 2 feet apart indicate?

They indicate that it is considered a barrier.

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

The center of a road for two-way traffic.

Alcohol and Drugs

What is an IID?

An ignition interlock device.

A type of headlight that allows you to see better at night.

A form of license plate that is optional for your vehicle.

10.

Turns

On a divided highway, when can you make a legal U-turn?

An opening that is typically used for first responder use.

Neither option is correct.

Only if an opening is provided in the center divider.

11.

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.

Listening to the radio at a low volume.

Adjusting or starting the radio.

12.

Traffic Controls

If you are approaching a stop sign, you must do which of the following?

Stop at the solid white line.

Stop at the broken white line.

Stop at the yellow line.

13.

Turns

When a red arrow traffic signal is present, what is the correct course of action?

Neither option is correct.

Make the turn when there is no oncoming traffic. Follow the right-of-way rules.

Wait until the signal turns a solid green or green arrow.

14.

Special Driving Situations

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

The vehicle to speed up normally.

The vehicle to skid and lose control.

Improved wheel grip.

Better steering control.

15.

Sharing the Road

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

Neither option is correct.

When you are on a one-way street.

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

16.

Turns

Why should you keep your wheels pointed straight until you start your turn?

It reduces the risk of a vehicle accident.

In the event you are hit from behind, you will not be pushed into oncoming traffic.

It reduces the stress on your wheels.

17.

Sharing the Road

When you are in a construction zone, what should you not do?

Obey instructions from the flaggers present.

Obey special signs.

Stop and watch the road work.

18.

Handling Emergencies

What should you do in the event that you begin to skid while driving on ice?

Slam on your brakes.

Increase your speed to create more traction.

Ease off of the accelerator.

19.

Traffic Controls

What is this sign indicating?

T Intersection.

Slippery when wet.

Curve.

20.

Laws and Rules of the Road

What should drivers of hybrid of electric vehicles do when a blind pedestrian is attempting to cross?

Treat the blind pedestrian as a standard pedestrian.

Be especially aware and use extreme caution.

Follow standard right-of-way rules when it comes to blind pedestrians.

21.

Lane Control

What are the purpose of yield lines?

To indicate where a vehicle must stop or yield at.

They serve no purpose. They are included in the design of the roadway.

To indicate at which point you must speed up.

22.

Laws and Rules of the Road

In unmarked crosswalks, who has the right-of-way?

Pedestrians.

Vehicles.

Bicyclists.

23.

Lane Control

Why type of roadway marking is typically used to indicate bike lanes?

A double yellow line.

A broken white line

A single solid white line.

24.

Special Driving Situations

On curves, there is ___ pull on your vehicle.

no pull.

A strong downward pull.

A strong outward pull

25.

Occupant Protection

How far suggested should drivers ride from the airbag cover?

10 inches

5 inches

24 inches

26.

Turns

What is a U-Turn?

There is no definition for a U-Turn in the state of California.

Passing a vehicle at a high rate of speed.

Turning your vehicle around in the street to go back the way you came.

27.

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

How long can traffic convictions and collisions, at minimum, stay on your record for?

36 months.

72 months.,

12 months.

28.

Special Driving Situations

When should you switch off your fog lights?

When visibility is greater than 1000 feet.

When visibility is greater than 200 feet.

Visibility is greater than 2000 feet.

When visibility is greater than 500 feet.

29.

Special Driving Situations

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

Increase your following distance to other vehicles.

Both options are correct.

The best advice is to not travel in those conditions.

30.

Parking

What does a white parking colored curb indicate?

Stop only long enough to pick up/drop off passengers or mail.

No stopping is allowed at this curb.

Park for a limited time as indicated by the sign.

31.

Traffic Controls

What is the correct interpretation of this sign?

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

This sign indicates that you must follow its instruction.

Indicates that you must yield before proceeding.

32.

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?

1 year.

10 years.

5 years.

33.

Lane Control

What is a center left turn lane?

There are no left turn lanes indicated on a roadway.

A lane that is used for left turns on any roadway.

A lane that is located in the middle of a two-way street.

34.

Alcohol and Drugs

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

Decrease the risk of collisions.

Reduce co-ordination and slow down reactions.

Give a false sense of confidence.

Make you a better driver.

35.

Safe Driving Practices

Before setting off on a journey, you should ensure that: (Select all that apply)

Your mobile phone can be easily reached in case you receive a call.

Your mirrors and seat are adjusted correctly.

You are wearing baggy clothes.

You know all the controls in your vehicle and how to use them.

36.

Laws and Rules of the Road

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

35 mph, unless otherwise posted.

55 mph, unless otherwise posted.

25 mph, unless otherwise posted.

37.

Alcohol and Drugs

In the event that you are convicted, for the first time, of DUI, how long will your driving privileges be suspended for?

6 months.

1 month.

15 days.

38.

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 high-beam headlights.

Use your dipped headlights so that you can be seen.

39.

Special Driving Situations

Where are you most likely to be affect by crosswinds?

On a narrow country lane.

In a built up area.

In heavy traffic.

Travelling across a bridge on a freeway.

40.

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

3000

Up to $1,000

41.

Laws and Rules of the Road

What is the speed limit for a blind intersection?

35 mph

25 mph

15 mph

42.

Special Driving Situations

Coasting is a term used to describe a vehicle traveling in neutral or with the clutch on. How does this affect your control of the vehicle? (Select all that apply)

Vehicle speed will reduce going downhill.

Steering control will improve.

Vehicle speed will increase going downhill.

Steering response may be reduced.

43.

Laws and Rules of the Road

What do you do when a school bus begins to flash red lights?

You must stop until the children cross the street. You may proceed when the lights are no longer flashing red.

Ignore them as they are a suggestion only.

The mean nothing as they are built as a part of the school bus to fulfil a government mandate.

44.

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.

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

Any lanes regardless of the circumstance, or posted speed.

45.

Lane Control

What do solid yellow lines indicate on a roadway?

Indicates that you may pass freely.

The center of a road for two-way traffic.

Neither option is correct.

46.

Traffic Controls

What is the correct interpretation of this sign?

You must stop at the limit line before proceeding.

You must slow down and be ready to stop.

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

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