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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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.

Lane Control

Apart from looking in your mirrors, what should you do before changing lanes?

Be sure that there is enough room for your vehicle in the next lane.

Change lanes without a signal, as long as you do it slowly to let other drivers know.

Signal and change lanes without any other precautionary measures.

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.

Sharing the Road

Some of the most vulnerable road users are: (Select all that apply)

Motorcycle riders.

Car drivers.

Pedestrians.

Truck drivers.

Sharing the Road

What does this hazardous load placard mean?

Flammable

Explosives

Radioactive

Alcohol and Drugs

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

Drive faster to reduce risk of collisions.

Only drink wine and not spirits.

Drive with your hazard lights flashing to warn other vehicles.

Arrange another means of transport.

Sharing the Road

You are traveling with a motorcycle riding in front of you. Why might they suddenly swerve or move across the traffic lane?

As a warning to you that you're traveling too closely.

Motorcycle riders like to show off.

To get a better view of the road ahead.

To avoid an obstacle, such as a drain cover.

Special Driving Situations

If you are not able to see any farther than 100 feet in front of you, what should you reduce your speed to?

50 mph.

30 mph or below.

45 mph.

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.

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

Be especially aware and use extreme caution.

10.

Safe Driving Practices

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

To alert other road users of your presence.

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

When another road user poses a danger.

When another road user annoys you.

11.

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?

15 days.

6 months.

1 month.

12.

Safe Driving Practices

If you become agitated or annoyed at another road user, you should:

Rev your engine loudly to get them to move out of the way.

Use your horn to tell them you're annoyed.

Pull over, calm down and continue your journey after relaxing

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

13.

Parking

What does a white parking colored curb indicate?

Park for a limited time as indicated by the sign.

No stopping is allowed at this curb.

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

14.

Driver Readiness

What should you not do before driving?

Mix alcohol with your medications.

Neither option is correct.

Ensure that you have enough rest to drive.

15.

Laws and Rules of the Road

What is the correct definition of a pedestrian?

Any individual using a vehicle to travel.

A pedestrian is a person on foot who uses a conveyance.

There is no definition for a pedestrian in the state of California.

16.

Driver Readiness

You are traveling through a residential street. What should you be particularly aware of?

Truck drivers.

Cars unexpectedly pulling out.

Loud noises coming from houses.

Children playing in the street.

17.

Additional Driving Laws/Rules

You MUST NOT leave your vehicle unattended if:

Your vehicle's engine is running.

Your vehicle is unlocked.

Your vehicle has broken down.

Your vehicle is not immobilised.

18.

Traffic Controls

What is this sign indicating?

Merging traffic

Added lane.

Lane ending.

19.

Visual Search

Before changing lanes, what should you do?

Decrease your speed suddenly, give a turn signal, then merge into the other lane.

Increase your speed and quickly change lanes.

Look over your should to make sure you aren't going to collide with another vehicle.

20.

Lane Control

If there are only two lanes, which lane should you choose for the smoothest driving?

The right lane.

The left lane.

Either lane is perfectly acceptable.

21.

Vehicle Positioning

What should you do when entering the freeway?

Enter the freeway at or near the speed of traffic.

Decrease your speed below the speed of traffic.

Increase your speed so you can overtake the vehicle closest to you.,

22.

Vehicle Positioning

When you are on a city street, how much space should you leave to merge, cross, enter/exit traffic?

A full city block.

3 seconds.

Half of a city block.

23.

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

24.

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

25.

Vehicle Positioning

What does it mean to "split the difference"?

Neither option is correct.

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

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

26.

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

What is the fee you may be required to pay to the Department of Motor Vehicles in the event that you driver's license is suspended?

200

27.

Alcohol and Drugs

If you are under the age of 21, what is the minimum level of BAC before it becomes unlawful to drive?

0.0008

0.0005

0.0001

28.

Sharing the Road

How much can you be fined if you commit a traffic violating in a construction zone?

Up to $1,000

Up to $2,000.

One year in prison.

29.

Special Driving Situations

At what speed can your tires loss all contact with the road if there is a lot of water?

30 mph.

50 mph.

20 mph.

30.

Laws and Rules of the Road

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

Neither option is correct.

Proceed like normal.

Slow down and be ready to stop.

31.

Sharing the Road

Which of these light signals implies the car is slowing down and maybe stop?

32.

Turns

What should you not do when making a right turn?

Turning wide into another lane.

Increase your speed to make the turn quickly.

Both options are correct.

33.

Visual Search

You are traveling along a road and you see a car reversing out from a driveway on the left. You should NOT:

Use your horn to warn the other driver of your presence.

Speed up and overtake.

Be prepared to stop.

Slow down.

34.

Traffic Controls

What is this sign indicating?

Slippery when wet.

T Intersection.

Curve.

35.

Special Driving Situations

After how many miles should you rotate your tires?

Every 1,000 - 2,000 miles.

Every 6,000 to 7,000 miles.

Every 3,000 to 5,000 miles.

36.

Safe Driving Practices

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

Reverse very slowly.

Rev your engine loudly.

Use your horn.

Get out of your vehicle and check before moving.

37.

Traffic Controls

What is this sign indicating?

This sign indicates that there is a ski lodge near by.

This sign means that a rest area is one mile ahead.

This sign means that there is an airport near by.

38.

Parking

What California penal code allows local authorities to designate public spaces as an exclusive area for charging vehicles?

CVC 480.

CVC 22651.

CVC 22511.

39.

Sharing the Road

Which of the following is true regarding blind pedestrians?

Neither option is correct.

They must be given the right-of-way at all times.

No special precautions are required.

40.

Sharing the Road

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

41.

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 32152.

CVC 23153.

Both options are correct.

42.

Parking

While parked, what should you do when you are ready to exit your vehicle?

Do not open your door unless it does not interfere with traffic.

Look for passing vehicles.

Both options are correct.

43.

Handling Emergencies

Another road user pulls out of a junction into your path. You should:

Slow down and hold back to allow them to get clear.

Flash your headlights at the other road user to get them to accelerate more quickly.

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

Use your horn to let them know you're annoyed.

44.

Special Driving Situations

What are some of the dangers if you are driving on a flooded road?

Both options are correct.

The roadway can collapse.

The vehicle can be swept off of the road.

45.

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 high-beam headlights.

Use your flashing hazard lights.

Use your dipped headlights so that you can be seen.

46.

Visual Search

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

At freeway exits, do not drive alongside other vehicles.

Always increase your speed when driving along side other vehicles.

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

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