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:

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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 correct definition of a bicycle lane?

A section of the interstate where bicyclists are allowed to be.

A designated traffic lane for bicyclists defined by pavement markings and signage.

Neither option is correct

Parking

How much distance should your vehicle be visible in the event that you have to park off of the freeway.

100 feet in each direction.

It does not matter as you will be parking off of the pavement.

200 feet in each direction.

Driver Readiness

Why should you be aware of warm air in the car whilst driving?

May cause excessive sweat.

It can reduce fuel efficiency.

Unventilated warm air may cause the driver to become sleepy.

Warm air may be uncomfortable for your passengers.

Laws and Rules of the Road

Why is it important to respect right-of-way rules?

It is common courtesy.

You are not required to respect right-of-way rules.

It helps prevent collisions and other accidents.

Laws and Rules of the Road

Unless otherwise posted, what is the speed limit when driving near a school?

55 mph

25 mph

45 mph

Traffic Controls

When you see a solid green traffic signal turn to a solid yellow traffic signal, what should you do?

Drive forward without reducing speed, observing the right-of-way rules.

Yield to oncoming traffic.

Stop if you can safely, otherwise, cross the intersection with caution.

Sharing the Road

How much space should you leave between your vehicle and a motorcyclist?

3 seconds.

4 seconds.

1 second.

Parking

What is the distance that is allowed to park in front of a fire hydrant?

5 feet.

It is illegal to park near a fire hydrant.

15 feet.

Parking

Which of the following is an example of illegal parking

Parking adjacent to the curb.

Parking where a "no parking" sign is posted.

Both options are correct.

10.

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.

11.

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)

Steering response may be reduced.

Steering control will improve.

Vehicle speed will increase going downhill.

Vehicle speed will reduce going downhill.

12.

Handling Emergencies

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

Stop and turn off of the ignition.

Keep your eyes on the road.

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

13.

Occupant Protection

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

10 years old.

6 years old.

7 years old.

14.

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

If you are under the age of 18, what can your parents or guardians do regarding your driver's license?

They can have your driver's license cancelled.

Neither option is correct.

They cannot do anything, as you have proven that you can drive since you have a driver's license.

15.

Parking

When parking uphill, what should you also do?

Neither option is correct.

Make sure that your wheels are pointing towards the curb.

Engage your parking break.

16.

Traffic Controls

What other information may be included on this sign?

No other information is ever included with this sign.

This sign may appear in different colors to indicate the severity of the action.

This sign may be show with or without words.

17.

Traffic Controls

What is the correct interpretation of this sign?

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.

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

18.

Lane Control

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

Make sure other road users are not overtaking you.

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.

19.

Visual Search

Why is it important to not develop a "fixed stare" while driving?

It prevents you from seeing potential hazards ahead of you.

Neither option is correct.

It is a good habit to develop as it decreases the chances of an accident.

20.

Traffic Controls

What is this sign indicating?

Yield ahead.

Crossroad.

Two way traffic.

21.

Sharing the Road

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

Flash your headlights at the horse rider.

Drive around as quickly as possible.

Overtake slowly if it is safe to do so.

Use your horn to warn the rider of our presence.

22.

Turns

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

An opening that is typically used for first responder use.

Only if an opening is provided in the center divider.

Neither option is correct.

23.

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?

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

You will be required to complete a DUI program.

Neither option is correct.

24.

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

What must vehicles in a funeral procession have?

A large orange and red sticker that marks them as such.

A sticker that indicates that they are a part of a funeral procession.

Nothing is required to mark them.

25.

Sharing the Road

A farmer is herding sheep across the road and has asked you to stop your vehicle until he has finished. You should:

Ignore the farmer as he has no authority.

Stop and turn your engine off until directed to continue.

Use your horn to get the sheep to move faster.

Keep going as you have right of way.

26.

Turns

To make a right turn, what should you drive close to?

The left side of the road.

The center of the road.

The right side of the road.

27.

Sharing the Road

Why should you be aware of long vehicles when at a junction or roundabout?

It is more difficult for a heavy vehicle to stop for a signal.

The driver of the long vehicle cannot see you.

Their bright colour may dazzle you.

Long vehicles require more space to manoeuvre.

28.

Handling Emergencies

What do you need to provide to the Emergency Notification System if you have to call them due to your vehicle stalling on railroad tracks?

Your location and the railroad crossing number if posted.

Neither option is correct as you do not call the Emergency Notification System in this situation

The year and make of your vehicle.

29.

Parking

Which California penal code prohibits parking in a crosshatched space?

CVC 480.

CVC 597.7.

CVC 22507.8

30.

Sharing the Road

Which of these vehicles might not take the normal route through a roundabout?

Cars

Vans

Long vehicles

Motorcycles

31.

Traffic Controls

What does this traffic symbol mean?

Caution.

To turn left.

To Stop.

32.

Vehicle Positioning

You are needing to turn left, and you engage your turn signal. In front of you, another vehicle has their right turn signal engaged. What should you do?

Wait until the driver has begun their right turn.

Go ahead and turn left since they have their right turn signal engaged.

Neither option is correct.

33.

Handling Emergencies

What is the number available for the Freeway Service Patrol?

8-1-1.

9-1-1.

5-1-1.

34.

Vehicle Positioning

What does it mean to "split the difference"?

If there is a danger on both sides of the road at the same time, you split the difference with the driver.

If you do not have enough money for the toll on the HOT, you can split the difference with the toll man.

Neither option is correct.

35.

Handling Emergencies

In an emergency, how should you brake?

Brake gently.

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

Brake hard immediately, but without locking your wheels.

Speed up to get around the emergency.

36.

Parking

Before moving off in a vehicle, you should: (Select all that apply)

Speed off as quickly as possible.

Use all mirrors to check road is clear.

Check your vehicle blind spots for hidden hazards.

Use your signals (if necessary) to warn other road users.

37.

Vehicle Positioning

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

A full city block.

5 seconds

Half of a city block.

38.

Sharing the Road

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

Reduce your speed.

Both options are correct.

Be prepared to stop.

39.

Laws and Rules of the Road

At intersections without a STOP or YIELD signs, what action is correct?

Both options are correct.

Yield to traffic and any pedestrians.

Slow down and be ready to stop.

40.

Turns

Which of the following is not an illegal U-turn?

In front of a fire station.

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

When you cannot see clearly 200 feet in each direction.

41.

Laws and Rules of the Road

When approaching a pedestrian where do you stop in the event that you have to?

After the painted lines that mark the crosswalk.

You are not required to stop as you have the right-of-way since you are driving a vehicle.

Before the painted lines that mark the crosswalk.

42.

Special Driving Situations

When driving on snow, you should:

Use the highest possible gear for your speed.

Rev the engine higher.

Drive as quickly as possible.

Use the lowest possible gear for your speed.

43.

Parking

When parking uphill or downhill, with no curb, what way should you turn your wheels?

Towards the shoulder of the road.

Away from the curb.

Towards the curb.

44.

Vehicle Positioning

What is an example of a distracted person?

Both options are correct.

Delivery persons.

Construction workers.

45.

Occupant Protection

At what age is it considered illegal to leave a child unattended in a vehicle?

6 years old.

12 years old.

5 years old.

46.

Sharing the Road

The car 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 is reversing.

The vehicle shall move to the right or turn right.

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