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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[ Additional Driving Laws / Rules ]

If you sell or transfer a vehicle in the state of California, how long do you have to report it to the Department of Motor Vehicles.

30 days.

5 days.

90 days.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

Why is it encouraged for a driver to not pass another vehicle that is stopped at a crosswalk?

Neither option is correct.

A pedestrian may be in front of the vehicle in a position where you cannot see them.

You are allowed to pass another vehicle stopped at a crosswalk.

[ Special Driving Situations ]

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

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

1 to 5 mph slower.

5 to 10 mph slower.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

When you are signalling before making a manoeuvre, you should always:

Watch out for signals given by other road users and proceed only when you are satisfied that it is safe.

Use your hazard lights to alert other road users.

Begin your manoeuvre immediately as you have right of way.

Keep signalling for about a minute before you manoeuvre as a warning.

Hint

[ Handling Emergencies ]

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

Neither option is correct.

Reduce your speed so you can see what happened.

Reduce your speed and proceed with caution.

[ Special Driving Situations ]

What do all gas-powered vehicles produce?

Carbon monoxide.

Oxygen.

Sodium chloride.

[ Occupant Protection ]

Why must a rear-facing baby seat not be placed in the front seat of a car with an active frontal airbag?

All airbags will become disabled.

It will increase the risk of collisions.

An active passenger airbag can cause injury or death to the child.

The driver airbag will not deploy in an accident.

Hint

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

Which of the following is correct?

Proceed as normal when entering a crosswalk with pedestrians entering.

You must yield to all pedestrians entering or crossing a crosswalk.

No specific rules apply to a crosswalk when you are crossing it with your vehicle.

[ Visual Search ]

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

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

It prevents you from seeing potential hazards ahead of you.

Neither option is correct.

10.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

When should you NOT reverse from a side road into a main road?

If you don't have another person acting as a guide.

When a pedestrian is waiting to cross the road.

If there is traffic on the main road.

At any time.

Hint

11.

[ Lane Control ]

What is a bike route?

A route for bicyclists on streets shared with vehicle traffic.

A lane that provides greater separation from adjacent vehicle traffic.

A route for bicyclists on streets that are shared with vehicle traffic.

12.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

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

You consume alcohol to improve your performance.

You have planned your route allowing plenty of time.

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.

Hint

13.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

In which situation should you signal your turn?

When you are stopping your vehicle.

Neither option is correct.

Before pulling next to the curb or away from the curb.

14.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

How much distance should you include from your vehicle to the crosswalk when stopping?

10 feet.

5 feet.

1 foot.

15.

[ 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 right or turn right.

The vehicle is braking.

The vehicle shall move to the left or turn left.

Hint

16.

[ Sharing the Road ]

You want to reverse your car but there is a pedestrian waiting to cross the road. You should:

Wave the pedestrian to cross.

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

Yield to the pedestrian and wait for them to finish crossing.

Reverse quickly before pedestrian begins to cross.

Hint

17.

[ Alcohol and Drugs ]

Consuming alcohol will have the following effect: (Select all that apply)

Take time to leave your body making you unfit to drive even hours later.

Improve co-ordination and reaction times.

Reduce driving ability, even if you're below the legal limit.

Affect judgement of speed, distance and risk.

Hint

18.

[ Special Driving Situations ]

You are traveling in heavy traffic in wet weather. Rain and spray from the road are limiting visibility. You should: (Select all that apply)

Use dipped headlights.

Use your horn so other road users are aware of you.

Use your fog lights if visibility is below 100m.

Use your flashing hazard lights.

Hint

19.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

What is hand-to-hand steering also referred to as?

One hand steering.

Hand-over-hand steering.

Push/pull steering.

20.

[ 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.

21.

[ Special Driving Situations ]

What should you do in the event that you begin to hydroplane?

Slam down on your brakes to try and come to a complete stop.

Slow down gradually, and do not apply your brakes

Slow down suddenly by applying your brakes.

22.

[ Special Driving Situations ]

Which of the following is a way to reduce the hazard associated with high winds while driving?

Both options are correct.

Being proactive.

Reducing your speed.

23.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

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

Proceed with high speed when entering the roadway.

Yield to all traffic.

Quickly turn onto the road before another vehicle comes.

24.

[ Turns ]

Under which circumstance can you make a legal U-turn?

At any point in the roadway, as long as you are not obstructing traffic.

Neither option is correct.

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

25.

[ Additional Driving Laws/Rules ]

You MUST NOT leave your vehicle unattended if:

Your vehicle is unlocked.

Your vehicle is not immobilised.

Your vehicle has broken down.

Your vehicle's engine is running.

Hint

26.

[ Lane Control ]

What is the correct interpretation of this sign?

The left lane is the designated HOV lane.

Both options are correct.

The vehicle must have a minimum of two people to use the HOV lane.

27.

[ Sharing the Road ]

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

Truck drivers.

Car drivers.

Cyclists.

Horse riders.

Hint

28.

[ Sharing the Road ]

You are driving near to a school and see a school crossing guard ahead. How will they signal you to stop?

They will flash a light at you.

They will hold their arm out with the palm facing you.

They will display a 'Crossing Guard' stop sign.

They will point to the children waiting to cross.

Hint

29.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

What is the speed limit when you are within 100 feet of a railroad?

15 mph

40 mph

25 mph

30.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

When turning left, what is suggested to ensure your safety?

Neither option is correct.

There are no suggested safety tips when turning left.

Keep your wheels pointed straight to be prevent being thrown into oncoming traffic in the event of an accident.

31.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

The driver ahead of you made a mistake while driving, and you want to alert them to it. What do you do?

Do nothing, and proceed with caution.

Honk your horn at them to alert them to pay attention.

Honk your horn at them to let them know they made a mistake.

32.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

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

Accelerating quickly.

Driving slowly and carefully.

Steering harshly.

Braking quickly.

Hint

33.

[ Sharing the Road ]

Which of the following is a way for a motorcyclist to increase their chances of being seen by other drivers?

Wearing a bright colored jacket.

Both options are correct.

Using high beam headlights during daylight hours.

34.

[ Handling Emergencies ]

You are traveling in snowy weather. How can you tell if your tires are no longer gripping the road?

The engine becomes louder.

Your speed decreases unexpectedly.

The steering becomes light and unresponsive.

Your speed increases unexpectedly.

Hint

35.

[ Driver Readiness ]

If you are dazzled by bright sunlight, you should:

Speed up to get through the dazzle as quickly as possible.

Turn your head and face away from the road.

Close your eyes until the dazzling goes away.

Slow down, and if necessary stop.

Hint

36.

[ Special Driving Situations ]

If your vehicle is stationary and is likely to remain so for more than a couple of minutes, you should apply the parking brake and switch off the engine in order to: (Select all that apply)

Get out of the vehicle to have a stretch.

Reduce fuel consumption.

Reduce noise pollution.

Reduce emissions.

Hint

37.

[ Parking ]

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

It is illegal to park near a fire hydrant.

15 feet.

5 feet.

38.

[ Visual Search ]

In this image, what does the green area visualize?

What is behind you.

Blind spots.

What is ahead.

39.

[ Sharing the Road ]

What is a LSV?

A low-speed vehicle.

A type of public transit.

A neighborhood electric vehicle.

40.

[ 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?

Increase speed.

Release the brakes.

Let go of the steering.

Brake hard immediately.

Hint

41.

[ Lane Control ]

In what situation is it okay to pass traffic on the right-hand side?

When a driver is making a left-hand turn.

When there is an open highway with two or more lanes of travel in your direction.

Both options are correct.

42.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

Who is responsible whilst a vehicle is traveling under cruise control?

The mechanical responsible for maintenance.

The vehicle manufacturer.

The driver or rider of the vehicle.

The owner of the vehicle.

Hint

43.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

When should you reverse from a side road into a main road?

If there is no traffic on the main road.

Never reverse onto a main road.

When there is a safe gap in the traffic. Use your horn to warn other vehicles.

When you have another person acting as a guide.

Hint

44.

[ Parking ]

How much space should you leave between your vehicle and the vehicle in front of you when you parallel park?

1 foot.

2 feet.

5 feet.

45.

[ Special Driving Situations ]

You are about to enter a bank of fog. What should you do? (Select all that apply)

Use your hazard lights to warn other drivers.

Speed up to travel through it as quickly as possible.

Use your fog lights if necessary.

Check your mirrors and slow down.

Hint

46.

[ 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.

Signal and change lanes without any other precautionary measures.

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

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