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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Parking

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

Approximately 20 degrees.

Approximately 75 degrees.

Approximately 45 degrees.

Vehicle Positioning

When you merge onto the freeway, how many seconds of space should you leave between your vehicle and the vehicle in front of you?

5 seconds.

1 second.

3 seconds.

Sharing the Road

The rider of the motorcycle in front of you is holding their arm out straight to the left as shown in the picture. What do you expect the vehicle to do next?

The vehicle is reversing.

The vehicle shall move to the left or turn left.

The vehicle is braking.

The vehicle shall move to the right or turn right.

Special Driving Situations

If you drive through deep water, why might your brakes become less effective?

You drive more quickly when coming out of the water.

Your attention is distracted by water on the windscreen.

They may be wet which reduces their friction.

A fish may be stuck on your wheel.

Safe Driving Practices

What should you do if you have to stop in a tunnel?

Open your windows to improve ventilation.

Leave at least a 5 meter gap between you and the vehicle in front.

Brake as quickly as possible to reduce time spent idle.

Keep as close to the vehicle in front as possible.

Parking

How many inches should your vehicle be from the curve when you have finished parallel parking?

No further than 24 inches

No further than 18 inches.

No further than 6 inches.

Special Driving Situations

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

5 to 10 mph slower.

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

1 to 5 mph slower.

Sharing the Road

You are about to overtake a cyclist in windy weather. Why should you leave extra room as you overtake?

To avoid dazzling them with your lights.

In case a gust of wind pushes them across the lane.

To stop the wind blowing your exhaust fumes towards them.

To reduce fuel consumption.

Alcohol and Drugs

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

0.0005

0.0008

0.0001

10.

Parking

How long until your vehicle may be removed if it is stopped on the freeway?

4 hours.

24 hours.

1 hour.

11.

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.

10 years old.

7 years old.

12.

Special Driving Situations

What is a symptom of carbon monoxide poisoning?

Dizziness.

Nausea.

Both options are correct.

13.

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?

Brake hard immediately.

Release the brakes.

Let go of the steering.

Increase speed.

14.

Traffic Controls

When are you allowed to make a right turn when a red arrow light is present?

Only when a green signal or a green arrow appears.

At any time.

You can, applying the same rules as a regular red stop light.

15.

Safe Driving Practices

Which steering method is recommended when backing up?

Hand-over-hand steering.

Hand-to-Hand steering

One hand steering.

16.

Traffic Controls

What does a red arrow light mean?

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

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

You are allowed to make a right turn like normal.

17.

Safe Driving Practices

When MUST your vehicle's headlights be switched on?

Visibility is reduced to 1000 feet.

Visibility is reduced to 500 feet.

Visibility is reduced to 2000 feet.

Visibility is reduced to 200 feet.

18.

Safe Driving Practices

Before making a manoeuvre, changing direction, slowing down or moving off you should always: (Select all that apply)

Use an arm signal to emphasise or reinforce your signal if necessary.

Flash your headlights to warn other road users.

Give clear signals in plenty of time, having checked it is not misleading to signal at that time.

Switch on your hazard lights.

19.

Laws and Rules of the Road

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

55 mph, unless otherwise posted.

35 mph, unless otherwise posted.

25 mph, unless otherwise posted.

20.

Sharing the Road

When overtaking a horse and rider, what should you NOT do?

Use your horn.

Keep your distance from the horses.

Wait until it is safe to overtake.

Overtake slowly.

21.

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

If your driver's license is suspended, once the suspension period has ended, what must you do to apply for a new driver's license?

You must show a copy of your previous driver's license.

Neither option is correct.

You must show proof of financial responsibility.

22.

Sharing the Road

If you are a minor using a bicycle for transportation, what is required?

A helmet.

A valid driver's license.

A valid learner's permit.

23.

Alcohol and Drugs

If you are working for a rideshare service, and you are pulled over with a passenger in your vehicle, what is the minimum level of BAC before it becomes unlawful for you to drive?

0.0001

0.0004

0.0005

24.

Special Driving Situations

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

Slippery road surface.

Noisier exhaust.

Improved fuel efficiency.

Reduced tire grip.

25.

Traffic Controls

What does a solid yellow traffic signal mean?

Go.

Caution. Stop if you can do so safely.

Stop under all circumstances.

26.

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?

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.

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

27.

Safe Driving Practices

Which circumstance is an example of when to use your horn?

If a driver is moving slowly.

To try and get eye contact with other drivers.

To alert other drivers that they made a mistake.

28.

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.

Sharply and as late as possible.

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

Brake early and gently.

29.

Safe Driving Practices

What is this diagram representing?

The driver is indicating that they are turning right.

The driver is indicating that they are turning left.

The driver is indicating that they are slowing down or stopping.

30.

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.

31.

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.

32.

Traffic Controls

What is the correct interpretation for this traffic signal?

This traffic signal means that it is legal for a pedestrian to cross the street.

This traffic signal means that you may cross the street with caution.

This traffic signal means that you may not cross the street.

33.

Handling Emergencies

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

Stop and turn off of the ignition.

Apply the breaks.

Shift to neutral.

34.

Safe Driving Practices

You are preparing to pull away from a curb, but you do not see any oncoming vehicles in any direction. What is the safest course of action?

Neither option is correct.

Signal that you are turning anyway.

Do not signal and take your time pulling out onto the roadway.

35.

Handling Emergencies

What should you do if you see a vehicle's hazard lights ahead?

Reduce your speed so you can see what happened.

Neither option is correct.

Reduce your speed and proceed with caution.

36.

Alcohol and Drugs

You are under the age of 21, and you are caught with an unopened, sealed container of alcohol in your vehicle. Is this lawful?

Yes, as the alcohol container is not opened.

Yes, as long as the container of alcohol is in the trunk.

No, this is not legal as you cannot have any form of alcohol in the vehicle when you are under the age of 21.

37.

Alcohol and Drugs

If you are a commercial driver, and you are convicted of a DUI, what must you first do after your suspension?

Neither option is correct.

Downgrade to a noncommercial license.

Nothing will happen.

38.

Safe Driving Practices

When might you want to slow down instead of traveling at the speed limit? (Select all that apply)

Coming up to junctions where other road users may pull out with little warning.

In poor weather conditions.

On an empty road in good weather.

When you are coming up to a blind bend in the road.

39.

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.

40.

Parking

What is the penalty for abusing disabled placards?

Both options are correct.

A misdemeanor charge.

A fine of up to $1,000.

41.

Traffic Controls

Which of the following is NOT true regarding a flashing yellow traffic signal?

You may proceed like normal, as a flashing yellow traffic signal is a suggestion only.

Yield to any pedestrians, bicycles, or other vehicle in the intersection.

Proceed with caution.

42.

Occupant Protection

In what situation is it okay to leave your child and/or animals in a hot vehicle?

When the windows are fully opened to allow as much air as possible into the vehicle.

When the windows are cracked slightly to allow air to enter the vehicle.

Not at all, as it is unlawful and dangerous.

43.

Laws and Rules of the Road

What should you do when you are approaching a sign such as this?

Neither option is correct.

This sign means to be alert for possible animals in the area.

This sign indicates what animals inhabit this area.

44.

Laws and Rules of the Road

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

Before the painted lines that mark the crosswalk.

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.

45.

Laws and Rules of the Road

Which of the following does a roundabout not have?

A roadway.

Bicycle ways.

Neither option is correct.

46.

Alcohol and Drugs

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

Alcohol and drugs have no affect on your driving abilities.

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

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

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