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

Why are vehicles fitted with front fog lights?

For learner drivers on the freeway.

In case your headlights are broken.

In case your vehicle breaks down.

To improve your visbility ahead.

Occupant Protection

Which of the following is NOT a result from overexposure to heat?

Starvation

Dehydration

Heat stroke

Laws and Rules of the Road

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

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

Any lanes regardless of the circumstance, or posted speed.

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

Safe Driving Practices

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

Neither option is correct.

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

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

Additional Driving Laws/Rules

You MUST NOT leave your vehicle unattended if:

Your vehicle is not immobilised.

Your vehicle's engine is running.

Your vehicle is unlocked.

Your vehicle has broken down.

Traffic Controls

What is this sign indicating?

This sign means that there is an airport near by.

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

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

Laws and Rules of the Road

If two vehicles meet on a steep road where neither car can pass, who has the right-of-way?

The vehicle going uphill.

Neither vehicle has the right-of-way. Both vehicles are responsible for determining who may go.

The vehicle going downhill.

Sharing the Road

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

Horse riders.

Cyclists.

Car drivers.

Truck drivers.

Lane Control

What should you do if you miss a turn?

Make a U-Turn where possible.

Slam on your breaks so you do not miss the turn.

Proceed as normal until you can legally, and safely, turn around.

10.

Alcohol and Drugs

If you are under the age of 21, and you are convicted of having a BAC of 0.01% or over, which of the following is a possible consequence?

You will face life imprisonment.

No actions will be taken against you.

Your driving privilege will be revoked for one year.

11.

Special Driving Situations

If you drive through deep water your brakes might become less effective. What should you do?

Gently apply light pressure to the brakes while driving slowly to dry them out.

Speed up to dry your brakes faster.

Do not use your brakes for at least 10 minutes.

Speed up then brake harshly to quickly dry them.

12.

Turns

To make a left turn, what should you drive close to?

the left turn lane.

Drive close to the center divider line.

Both options are correct.

13.

Special Driving Situations

What should you do when you are being pulled over by law enforcement?

Both options are correct.

Move your vehicle to the right shoulder of the road.

Turn on your right turn signal to indicate to the police officer that you acknowledge them.

14.

Parking

What does a red parking colored curb indicate?

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

No stopping, standing, or parking is permitted.

Stop no longer than the time posted to load/unload passengers or freight.

15.

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?

Neither option is correct.

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

You must show proof of financial responsibility.

16.

Visual Search

What is the "3 second rule"?

Neither option is correct.

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

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

17.

Driver Readiness

You develop poor vision, which of the following is correct after you have visited your doctor?

You should not notify the Department of Motor Vehicles as they are not required to know.

Neither option is correct

Notify the Department of Motor Vehicles.

18.

Lane Control

What do double white lines indicate on a roadway?

They indicate a lane barrier between regular use and a preferential use lane.

They mark traffic lanes going in the same direction.

They separate traffic lanes on roads with two or more lanes in the same direction.

19.

Occupant Protection

Under which circumstance is a child under the age of 8 NOT allowed to ride in the front seat of a vehicle?

The driver of the vehicle is not able to purchase a federally-approved child passenger restraint system.

There is no rear seat.

The child passenger restraint system cannot be installed properly in the rear set.

20.

Sharing the Road

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

To stop the wind blowing your exhaust fumes towards them.

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

To avoid dazzling them with your lights.

To reduce fuel consumption.

21.

Lane Control

Which of the following is true regarding double white lines?

You must wait until a single broken white line appears before changing lanes.

You may change lanes freely.

Neither option is correct.

22.

Sharing the Road

Whilst traveling at night, another vehicle is overtaking you. You should:

Dip your headlights to avoid dazzling other road users.

Switch on your hazard warning lights.

Speed up to prevent the overtaking.

Flash your lights at the other driver.

23.

Visual Search

You are traveling along a road and you see a car reversing out from a driveway on the left. You should NOT:

Be prepared to stop.

Slow down.

Speed up and overtake.

Use your horn to warn the other driver of your presence.

24.

Traffic Controls

Which of the following is allowed when you are at a red stop light?

You may make a right turn while yielding to all pedestrians vehicles.

You may continue forward, or make a left turn, whenever you decide.

You may ignore the red stop light and continue on.

25.

Laws and Rules of the Road

Why is it not allowed to stop in a crosswalk?

You are not allowed to stop in a crosswalk, as it puts pedestrians in danger.

You are allowed to stop in a crosswalk, as long as you are doing it in a way that does not put pedestrians in danger.

Neither option is correct.

26.

Sharing the Road

What does this diagram visualize?

A representation of how large a large truck is compared to regular vehicles.

The distance that other vehicles should drive from a large truck.

A large truck's blind stop.

27.

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

If you are under the age of 18 and you are in a vehicle accident, which of the following is true?

Both options are correct.

Your parents or guardians may be liable for civil damagers.

You may be fined for the damages.

28.

Laws and Rules of the Road

Who should you allow sufficient time to cross the street?

Older pedestrians.

Both options are correct.

Disabled pedestrians.

29.

Parking

Which California penal code prohibits parking in a crosshatched space?

CVC 480.

CVC 597.7.

CVC 22507.8

30.

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

If an individual is convicted of vandalism or graffiti, how long may their driver's license be suspended for?

Up to 2 years.

Up to six months.

Up to 1 year.

31.

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.

5 feet.

15 feet.

32.

Parking

Where is it NOT acceptable to park and leave your vehicle? (Select all that apply)

On-street areas marked out by double yellow lines.

On-street areas marked out by yellow zig zag lines along the road.

In off-street parking areas.

On-street parking bays marked out by white lines.

33.

Turns

At what distance should you signal before making a left turn?

500 feet

100 feet

200 feet

34.

Parking

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

Approximately 45 degrees.

Approximately 20 degrees.

Approximately 75 degrees.

35.

Driver Readiness

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

Tylenol.

Vitamins

Cold medications.

36.

Laws and Rules of the Road

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

This sign indicates what animals inhabit this area.

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

Neither option is correct.

37.

Safe Driving Practices

Why should you reduce your speed when traveling in foggy conditions?

Brakes are less effective in foggy conditions.

To allow more time to react to developing hazards.

To avoid being dazzled by fog lights from other vehicles.

To reduce fuel consumption.

38.

Lane Control

What are the purpose of yield lines?

To indicate at which point you must speed up.

They serve no purpose. They are included in the design of the roadway.

To indicate where a vehicle must stop or yield at.

39.

Sharing the Road

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

Roadways where the speed limit is greater than 40 mph.

Roadways where the speed limit is greater than 35 mph.

Roadways where the speed limit is greater than 55 mph.

40.

Handling Emergencies

What is the number available for the Freeway Service Patrol?

5-1-1.

8-1-1.

9-1-1.

41.

Laws and Rules of the Road

You MUST NOT reverse your vehicle:

Into a side road.

Further than is necessary.

Without someone to act as a guide.

Without using your horn to warn other road users.

42.

Safe Driving Practices

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

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.

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

43.

Visual Search

Under ideal circumstances, how long will it take to stop if you are travelling 35 mph?

150 feet

500 feet.

210 feet.

44.

Visual Search

At intersections what should you do?

Look to the left first

Both options are correct.

Look to the right.

45.

Special Driving Situations

What are some of the dangers if you are driving on a flooded road?

Both options are correct.

The roadway can collapse.

The vehicle can be swept off of the road.

46.

Sharing the Road

The motorcycle in front of you has a bright red light as shown. What do you expect the vehicle to do next?

The vehicle is braking.

The vehicle shall move to the right or turn right.

The vehicle shall move to the left or turn left.

The vehicle is reversing.

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