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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[ Special Driving Situations ]

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

If any fish have become stuck on your vehicle.

There is no water in your exhaust system.

If your vehicle left any pollution in the water.

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

Hint

[ Traffic Controls ]

What does this sign normally indicate?

A police vehicle.

Slow moving vehicle.

A hazardous vehicle.

[ Additional Driving Laws/Rules ]

If your vehicle's engine is running, you MUST NOT:

Clean any ice of the windows.

Rev the engine to warm it up.

Leave your vehicle unattended.

Switch it off if you're waiting to pick someone up.

Hint

[ Additional Driving Laws / Rules ]

How long can traffic convictions and collisions, at minimum, stay on your record for?

36 months.

12 months.

72 months.,

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

At what point, in poor conditions, should you turn your headlights on?

When you are unable to see 1,000 feet ahead of you.

When you are unable to see 500 feet ahead of you.

Neither option is correct.

[ Traffic Controls ]

Which traffic signal typically comes after the solid yellow traffic signal?

Flashing Yellow Arrow.

Solid Green.

Solid Red.

[ Special Driving Situations ]

Your car has been covered in snow. Which of these parts of the car should be cleared of ice and snow before beginning a journey: (Select all that apply)

The windows.

The doors.

The hood.

The license plates.

Hint

[ Sharing the Road ]

What California penal code allows Safety Enhanced-Double Fine Zones.

CVC 42010

CVC 22511.

CVC 480.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

What should you do to alert other drivers if an accident has happened ahead of you?

Both options are correct.

By turning on your emergency flashers.

Tapping your brake pedal 3 or 4 times quickly.

10.

[ 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 windows.

The tires.

The exhaust.

The air conditioning.

Hint

11.

[ Lane Control ]

Where are bike lanes typically located?

There are no designated bike lanes in the state of California.

Alongside streets adjacent to vehicle traffic.

Alongside the interstate.

12.

[ Handling Emergencies ]

You are traveling along a wet road. Your steering begins to feel light and unresponsive. You should:

Increase speed.

Brake hard immediately.

Release the accelerator to gradually slow down.

Turn the steering as far as you can to the right.

Hint

13.

[ Parking ]

When parking uphill, what way should you turn your wheels?

Away from the curb.

Towards the curb.

Towards the shoulder of the road.

14.

[ Lane Control ]

What do two solid yellow lines on a roadway indicate?

Indicates that you may pass if the broken line is next to your driving lane.

The center of a road for two-way traffic.

No passing.

15.

[ Lane Control ]

What is a separated bikeway?

A route that is for the exclusive use of bicyclists.

A route for bicyclists on streets shared with vehicle traffic.

A lane that provides greater separation from adjacent vehicle traffic.

16.

[ Sharing the Road ]

It is particularly important to be aware of: (Select all that apply)

Disabled people.

Older drivers.

Truck drivers.

Fields filled with animals.

Hint

17.

[ Handling Emergencies ]

If you are involved in an accident where no one was injured, how long do you have to notify the Department of Motor Vehicles?

30 days.

90 days.

10 days.

18.

[ Handling Emergencies ]

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

Apply the breaks.

Stop and turn off of the ignition.

Shift to neutral.

19.

[ Handling Emergencies ]

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

Keep your eyes on the road.

Apply the breaks.

Look for an alternate route away from traffic.

20.

[ Sharing the Road ]

Which of these light signals implies the car is reversing or will reverse?

Hint

21.

[ Alcohol and Drugs ]

If you are under the age of 21, and your BAC is 0.05%, what may you be required to submit to?

Either a breath or blood test.

Another PAS to confirm the BAC.

Neither option is correct.

22.

[ Turns ]

What should you not do when making a left turn?

Decrease your speed.

Cut the corner of the lane belonging to the vehicles coming towards you.

Look over your left shoulder.

23.

[ Visual Search ]

You want to reverse your car, but cannot see clearly behind using the mirrors. You should:

Open the car doors.

Ask for assistance from a passenger or passer-by.

Get out of the car and push it backwards.

Open the car windows.

Hint

24.

[ 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.

Hint

25.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What is this sign indicating?

There is a stop sign ahead.

Be prepared to proceed with caution.

Directional arrow.

26.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What is the correct course of action if you see a sign that states "Wrong Way"?

Slow down and be ready to stop.

Back out or turn around and return to the correct side of the road.

This sign indicates that danger is ahead.

27.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What is this sign indicating?

Crossroad.

Railroad tracks.

There is a hospital ahead.

28.

[ Lane Control ]

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

Neither option is correct.

The lane that is very congested with traffic.

The lane with the smoothest flow of traffic.

29.

[ 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?

Both options are correct.

A fine.

Imprisonment.

30.

[ 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 switch on your hazard lights.

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

You MUST NOT slow down.

Hint

31.

[ Occupant Protection ]

Which of the following is a type of manual distraction?

Speaking with your passenger(s).

Listening to the radio at high volumes.

Taking your hands off of the steering wheel while your vehicle is in motion.

32.

[ 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.

33.

[ Traffic Controls ]

This type of sign is often paired with which of the following signs?

A traffic light.

A yield sign.

A railroad crossing sign.

34.

[ Special Driving Situations ]

When towing, you MUST NOT: (Select all that apply)

Properly distribute the weight in your caravan or trailer.

Secure your load.

Overload your vehicle or trailer.

Tow more than your licence permits.

Hint

35.

[ Alcohol and Drugs ]

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

Drive faster to reduce risk of collisions.

Arrange another means of transport.

Only drink wine and not spirits.

Drive with your hazard lights flashing to warn other vehicles.

Hint

36.

[ Driver Readiness ]

Which of the following will prevent drowsy driving?

Turning on the air conditioning.

Rolling down the window.

Calling a ride service to take you to your destination.

37.

[ Handling Emergencies ]

Your vehicle accelerates too quickly in wet or icy conditions and begins to skid. How should you recover control of the vehicle?

Brake hard immediately. It doesn't matter if the wheels lock.

Increase acceleration to speed up out of the skid.

Release the accelerator. Steer into the skid.

Speed up whilst steering away from the skid.

Hint

38.

[ 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?

Release the brakes.

Brake hard immediately.

Let go of the steering.

Increase speed.

Hint

39.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What is this sign indicating?

Be prepared to yield ahead.

There is a stop sign ahead.

Directional arrow.

40.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

If there is a stop line before the crosswalk, where must you stop?

The stop line must be obeyed first.

Ignore the stop line and stop before the crosswalk.

Neither option is correct.

41.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

What should you do in the event that it is too bright for your signal lights to be seen easily?

Use hand-and-arm positions to indicate what you are doing.

Slow down and proceed with caution.

Neither option is correct.

42.

[ Lane Control ]

What should you do before passing another vehicle?

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

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

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

43.

[ Visual Search ]

Why should you scan your surroundings while driving?

Neither option is correct.

It allows you to enjoy the scenery around you.

It allows you time to react if another driver makes mistakes.

44.

[ Sharing the Road ]

Where are Low Speed Vehicles and Neighborhood Electric Vehicles restricted to?

Roadways where the speed limit is greater than 35 mph.

Roadways where the speed limit is greater than 40 mph.

Roadways where the speed limit is greater than 55 mph.

45.

[ Visual Search ]

What does it mean to tailgate another vehicle?

To drive too close behind another vehicle.

Neither option is correct.

When you are passing another vehicle at a high rate of speed.

46.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

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

Neither option is correct.

Take a picture of the accident and continue driving.

Call for help, since this is an emergency.

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