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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Laws and Rules of the Road

Which of the following does a roundabout not have?

Bicycle ways.

Neither option is correct.

A roadway.

Sharing the Road

You are about to overtake a horse and rider. What should you NOT do? (Select all that apply)

Overtake slowly giving them plenty of space.

Use your horn.

Rev your engine loudly.

Travel closely behind the horses.

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 switch on your fog lights.

You MUST NOT slow down.

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

You MUST switch on your hazard lights.

Traffic Controls

What is this sign indicating?

No right turn.

No left turn.

No U-turns allowed.

Special Driving Situations

If you come to a road that has ice, by how much should you reduce your speed?

Increase your speed, as the faster you go the more traction you make with the ice.

Reduce your speed by half.

Reduce your speed to a crawl.

Lane Control

What should you NOT do before overtaking? (Select all that apply)

Follow a vehicle already overtaking.

Yield to oncoming traffic before passing parked vehicles.

Get as close as possible to the vehicle you plan to overtake.

Use your mirrors and only overtake when safe to do so.

Special Driving Situations

A typical stopping distance of a vehicle in dry weather is approximately __________ the distance of a vehicle in ICY or SNOWY weather.

A third (33%)

A tenth (10%).

The same as

Half (50%)

Traffic Controls

What is this sign indicating?

Crossroad.

End divided highway

Divided highway.

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

How many points must you have in a 12 month period to be considered a negligent operator?

4 points.

1 point

2 points.

10.

Visual Search

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

Use your horn and reverse slowly.

Get out of your vehicle and check before moving.

Glance over your shoulders to check blindspots.

Ask for assistance from a passenger or passer-by.

11.

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

12.

Safe Driving Practices

You are driving down the road and you witness a collision. Regarding using electronic devices, what may you do?

Call for help, since this is an emergency.

Take a picture of the accident and continue driving.

Neither option is correct.

13.

Lane Control

What is the correct interpretation of this diagram?

Double solid lines indicates that you may not pass.

Broken yellow line indicates that you may pass if it can be done so safely.

No passing if the solid yellow line is on your side.

14.

Laws and Rules of the Road

Under what circumstance must you drive slower?

When there is bad weather.

Both options are correct.

When there is heavy traffic.

15.

Laws and Rules of the Road

What does it mean when a blind pedestrian pulls in their cane and steps away from the crosswalk?

It generally means for you to go.

It means that they are not going to cross.

It means nothing as this is a common gesture.

16.

Lane Control

Which lane should you drive in if you plan on making a right turn?

The middle lane.

The left most lane.

The right most lane.

17.

Safe Driving Practices

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

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

In poor weather conditions.

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

On an empty road in good weather.

18.

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

What California penal code prohibits an individual from obstructing or interfering with a funeral procession?

CVC 2852

CVC 480.

CVC 2817.

19.

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

If an individual is convicted of engaging in a speed contest that results in bodily injury to another person, what is the consequence?

A fine.

Imprisonment.

Both options are correct.

20.

Laws and Rules of the Road

Where are you required to stop, because of a stop light or sign?

Both options are correct.

You must stop before the stop line, sign, or signal.

Before the crosswalk.

21.

Occupant Protection

If a passenger is under what age, you may be cited for them not wearing a seatbelt?

16 years old.

21 years old.

18 years old.

22.

Handling Emergencies

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

Look for an alternate route away from traffic.

Stop and turn off of the ignition.

Keep your eyes on the road.

23.

Parking

Which of the following is an example of illegal parking

Neither option is correct.

Parking within 7.5 feet of a railroad track.

Parking adjacent to a hospital.

24.

Occupant Protection

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

The harness should be placed between the breasts and to the side of the abdomen's bulge.

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

The harness should be worn across the breasts and over the abdomen's bulge.

25.

Parking

What is a crosshatched area adjacent to a parking space mean?

This means that only motorcyclists can park there.

This means that this is a no parking area.

Any vehicle can park here for a limited amount of time.

26.

Laws and Rules of the Road

On a school bus, what does the yellow flashing lights mean?

They are there to indicate that they are a school bus.

They warn you to slow down and prepare to stop.

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

27.

Visual Search

What is the "3 second rule"?

When you are passing another vehicle, you have three seconds to pass

Neither option is correct.

A method in which you can ensure that there is enough distance between you and the vehicle in front of you.

28.

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

If you purchase a vehicle from a private property, how long do you have to transfer the ownership of the vehicle?

30 days.

10 days.

5 days.

29.

Safe Driving Practices

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

If a driver is moving slowly.

To alert other drivers that they made a mistake.

To try and get eye contact with other drivers.

30.

Vehicle Positioning

You are traveling in fog behind another vehicle. What should you do to reduce the chances of an accident?

Use your flashing hazard lights.

Keep close to the vehicle in front.

Use your dipped headlights so that you can be seen.

Use your high-beam headlights.

31.

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.

32.

Alcohol and Drugs

You are stopped by a police offer, and you have hidden an open container of alcohol in your glove compartment. Is this allowed?

Yes, as you are not actively drinking the open container.

No, as it is prohibited by law to have an open container of alcohol in the glove compartment of your vehicle.

Yes, as this is in a secured area and does not violate the law.

33.

Safe Driving Practices

What can cause a vehicle to skid? (Select all that apply)

Braking quickly.

Steering harshly.

Accelerating quickly.

Driving slowly and carefully.

34.

Visual Search

In this image, what do the shaded areas visualize?

The correct way to travel down a highway.

How far other vehicles should travel from your vehicle.

The blind spots of your vehicle.

35.

Sharing the Road

What does this hazardous load placard mean?

Flammable

Radioactive

Corrosive

36.

Safe Driving Practices

When may you flash your headlights at another road user?

To warn oncoming drivers of a hidden police patrol.

When another road user annoys you.

To signal another stationary road user that they can proceed.

To alert other road users of your presence.

37.

Special Driving Situations

You are traveling in hot weather which is causing the road surface to become soft. What will be most affected on your vehicle?

The air conditioning.

The exhaust.

The windows.

The tires.

38.

Safe Driving Practices

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

Any restraints are adjusted to reduce risk of neck and back injuries in a collision.

You have sufficient fuel for your journey and planned where you can refuel if necessary.

You have planned your route allowing plenty of time.

You consume alcohol to improve your performance.

39.

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 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.

40.

Parking

What does a blue parking colored curb indicate?

No stopping, standing, or parking is permitted.

This parking is only permitted for those with a disabled placard or license plate.

Park for a limited time as indicated by a sign or the time painted on the curb.

41.

Alcohol and Drugs

Yourself, and your parent are in the vehicle when you are pulled over by a police officer. In the backseat of the vehicle, there is an unopened, sealed container of alcohol. Since you are the individual driving the vehicle, is it lawful for this container of alcohol to be in your vehicle?

Yes, as your parent is in the vehicle with you and is over the age of 21.

No, as alcohol containers cannot be in your vehicle under any circumstance.

Neither option is correct.

42.

Driver Readiness

Which of the following over the counter medications could make you dizzy?

Vitamins

Cold medications.

Tylenol.

43.

Safe Driving Practices

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

Flash your headlights to warn other road users.

Switch on your hazard lights.

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

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

44.

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.

45.

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

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

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

Neither option is correct.

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

46.

Traffic Controls

What should you do when you are coming to a railroad crossing?

Increase your speed to beat the train before it crosses.

Slow down, look and listen for any oncoming trains. Be prepared to stop.

Continue forward without reducing speed.

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