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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[ Safe Driving Practices ]

Which steering method is recommended when turning at low speeds?

Hand-over-hand steering.

Hand-to-Hand steering

One hand steering

[ Sharing the Road ]

What does this hazardous load placard mean?

Corrosive

Radioactive

Flammable

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

Which of the following is the correct assumption regarding right-of-way rules?

There are no defined right-of-way rules.

Other drivers will always give you the right-of-way.

Never assume that other drivers will give you the right-of-way.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

In the event that you have to drive on a sidewalk, what is the correct course of action?

You are not allowed to drive on sidewalks, as they are meant for pedestrians.

Decrease your speed to five miles per hour, and continue forward.

Ensure that there are no pedestrians on the sidewalk for the next block.

[ Alcohol and Drugs ]

Which of the following is true for all DUI convictions, regardless of age?

You are not required to complete anything in the event that you are convicted of a DUI.

Neither option is correct.

The completion of a DUI program.

[ Parking ]

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

200 feet in each direction.

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

100 feet in each direction.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

You may use your hazard warning lights when you:

Are being towed on a freeway or unrestricted roadway.

To thank other drivers.

Park dangerously or illegally.

Need to warn other road users of an obstruction ahead.

Hint

[ Driver Readiness ]

Which of the following is correct regarding emotions and driving?

Emotions can affect the way that you drive.

Neither option is correct.

Your emotions have no relation to how well you drive.

[ Special Driving Situations ]

Which headlights should you use in the event that you have to drive in heavy fog or smoke?

High beam headlights.

Fog headlights.

Low beam headlights.

10.

[ Sharing the Road ]

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

Pedestrians.

Car drivers.

Motorcycle riders.

Truck drivers.

Hint

11.

[ Occupant Protection ]

Children under what age must be secured in a rear facing passenger restraint system?

Under 2 years old.

Under 1 year old.

Under 5 years old.

12.

[ Special Driving Situations ]

What is most commonly used to check the tread on your tires?

A quarter.

A dime.

A penny.

13.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

A driver is moving slowly, and you want them to go faster. Should you honk your horn at them?

Yes, as you want them to get out of the way.

No, as the driver may not be able to go any faster due to one reason or another

Yes, as you are in a hurry and you need to get to your destination.

14.

[ Special Driving Situations ]

You have driven through deep water. What should you check at the first safe opportunity?

If your vehicle left any pollution in the water.

There is no water in your exhaust system.

Test the effectiveness of your brakes as they may be wet.

If any fish have become stuck on your vehicle.

Hint

15.

[ Sharing the Road ]

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

Be prepared to stop.

Both options are correct.

Reduce your speed.

16.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What is the correct interpretation of this traffic signal?

To stop your vehicle entirely and to not continue forward.

To continue driving as long as you keep an eye out for other vehicles.

To yield to any pedestrians before continuing on.

17.

[ Handling Emergencies ]

What is the number available for the Freeway Service Patrol?

5-1-1.

9-1-1.

8-1-1.

18.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What is this sign indicating?

Yield ahead.

Two way traffic.

Crossroad.

19.

[ Parking ]

What California penal code allows a vehicle to be removed after 4 hours?

CVC 597.7.

CVC 22651.

CVC 480.

20.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

When towing a vehicle or trailer, which lanes must you drive in?

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

Any lanes regardless of the circumstance, or posted speed.

Any lane as long as you are maintaining the posted speed.

21.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

You MUST NOT reverse your vehicle:

Into a side road.

Further than is necessary.

Without using your horn to warn other road users.

Without someone to act as a guide.

Hint

22.

[ Additional Driving Laws / Rules ]

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

2 points.

4 points.

1 point

23.

[ Lane Control ]

What lane should you generally drive in at all times unless otherwise posted?

The lane with the smoothest flow of traffic.

Neither option is correct.

The lane that is very congested with traffic.

24.

[ Turns ]

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

Neither option is correct.

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

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

25.

[ Sharing the Road ]

You are reversing your car and a pedestrian starts walking behind you. You should:

Rev your engine to show your annoyance.

Stop and wait for the pedestrian to finish crossing.

Use your horn to get pedestrian to move out of the way.

Keep going as you have right of way.

Hint

26.

[ Parking ]

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

No further than 6 inches.

No further than 24 inches

No further than 18 inches.

27.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

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

To alert other drivers that they made a mistake.

If a driver is moving slowly.

To try and get eye contact with other drivers.

28.

[ 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 not cross the street.

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

29.

[ 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.

30.

[ 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?

Motorcycle riders like to show off.

To get a better view of the road ahead.

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

To avoid an uneven road surface or an icy patch.

Hint

31.

[ Handling Emergencies ]

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

Try to drive the car safely off the road.

Keep your eyes on the road.

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

32.

[ Driver Readiness ]

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

Children playing in the street.

Truck drivers.

Loud noises coming from houses.

Cars unexpectedly pulling out.

Hint

33.

[ Alcohol and Drugs ]

You and two passengers are pulled over by a police officer. Your backseat passenger has an open container of alcohol that they are actively drinking. Is this against the law?

Yes, as all open containers of alcohol must be kept in the trunk, or where passengers are not seated.

No, as the driver is not the one holding or actively drinking the open container of alcohol.

Neither option is correct.

34.

[ Alcohol and Drugs ]

If an officer suspects you of being under the influence of drugs and/or alcohol, and you refuse to submit to a test, what can happen?

The driver will face additional points on their license if they refuse to submit to these tests.

The driver would be subject to longer driver's license suspensions.

The driver would face no penalty as the law does not legally require you to submit these tests.

35.

[ Lane Control ]

What should you do before passing another vehicle?

Pass the other vehicle at a high rate of speed to beat any traffic.

There are no suggestions when passing another vehicle, only to do it with caution.

Look ahead for road conditions and traffic that may cause other vehicles to merge as well.

36.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

If you have parked on the side of the road, what should you do before reentering the lane?

Quickly turn onto the road before another vehicle comes.

Yield to all traffic.

Proceed with high speed when entering the roadway.

37.

[ Traffic Controls ]

After stopping at a flashing red traffic signal, what should you do?

Proceed with caution and observe the right-of-way rules.

Wait until an official clears you to proceed.

You must wait until the light turns green.

38.

[ Visual Search ]

What is the "3 second rule"?

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.

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

39.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What is this sign indicating?

Caution.

Pedestrian crossing.

School zone ahead.

40.

[ 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.

7 years old.

10 years old.

41.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

If a vehicle is stopped at a crosswalk, what is the correct course of action to pass the vehicle?

You are not allowed to pass a vehicle at a crosswalk.

You may pass as long as you proceed with caution.

Ensure that no pedestrians are in front of that vehicle.

42.

[ Driver Readiness ]

What should you do to minimise the risk of tiredness? (Select all that apply)

Avoid long journeys during the night when natural alertness is minimum.

Drink alcohol to boost alertness.

Stop in a safe place if you feel sleepy.

Take a break for 15 minutes every 2 hours.

Hint

43.

[ Handling Emergencies ]

You are traveling along a wet road. How can you tell if your tires are no longer gripping the road?

The steering becomes light and unresponsive.

Your speed decreases unexpectedly.

Your speed increases unexpectedly.

The engine becomes louder.

Hint

44.

[ 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.

Shift to neutral.

Apply the breaks.

45.

[ 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.

5 days.

10 days.

46.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What is this sign indicating?

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

This sign means that there is an airport near by.

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

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