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.

Ready? Click 'Next' to begin.

[ Lane Control ]

Apart from looking in your mirrors, what should you do before changing lanes?

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

Check for vehicles that may or may not be in your blind spot.

Signal and change lanes without any other precautionary measures.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

Under what circumstances are you allowed to cross a sidewalk with your vehicle?

You are allowed to cross a sidewalk with your vehicle for any reason.

Only to enter or exit a driveway or alley.

You are allowed to cross the sidewalk in the event that you are trying to pass another vehicle.

[ Parking ]

Which of the following is an example of disabled placard abuse?

Using a placard after it has been reporting that it has been lost or stolen.

Neither option is correct.

Using a placard issued to you by the Department of Motor Vehicles.

[ Parking ]

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

No further than 24 inches

No further than 6 inches.

No further than 18 inches.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What does this sign normally indicate?

A police vehicle.

A hazardous vehicle.

Slow moving vehicle.

[ Additional Driving Laws / Rules ]

If you fail to appear for traffic court, if you have received a traffic ticket, what can happen?

Your driver's license may be suspended.

Nothing will happen as you are not required to appear in traffic court unless you decide to go.

Nothing will happen.

[ Sharing the Road ]

Which California penal code prohibits following an emergency vehicle, with a siren activated?

CVC 480.

CVC 22511.

CVC 21706

[ 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.

[ Vehicle Positioning ]

What should you do when entering the freeway?

Enter the freeway at or near the speed of traffic.

Increase your speed so you can overtake the vehicle closest to you.,

Decrease your speed below the speed of traffic.

10.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What is the correct course of action when you see a solid yellow traffic signal?

Stop under all circumstances and wait for the red light.

Stop and look for pedestrians, then proceed with caution.

Stop if it is safe to do so, otherwise slow down and proceed through the intersection with caution.

11.

[ Special Driving Situations ]

If you are using a penny to check the tread on your tires, what is the indicator that you need to change your tires?

If you can see the top of Abraham Lincoln's head.

If you can only see Abraham Lincoln's neck.

Neither option is correct, as a penny is an unreliable way to check the tread on your tires.

12.

[ Sharing the Road ]

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

To avoid dazzling them with your lights.

To reduce fuel consumption.

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

To stop the wind blowing your exhaust fumes towards them.

Hint

13.

[ 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.

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

There is no rear seat.

14.

[ Parking ]

Which of the following is an example of illegal parking

Parking within 7.5 feet of a railroad track.

Parking adjacent to a hospital.

Neither option is correct.

15.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What is this sign indicating?

No left turn.

No U-turns allowed.

No right turn.

16.

[ Lane Control ]

What is bicycle boulevard?

A lane that provides greater separation from adjacent vehicle traffic.

Neither option is correct.

A designated route for bicyclists on streets shared with vehicle traffic that prioritize bicycle travel.

17.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

Unless otherwise posted, what is the speed limit when driving near a school?

25 mph

55 mph

45 mph

18.

[ Traffic Controls ]

Which of the following signs means to remain stopped until the green signal, or green arrow appears?

A flashing yellow traffic signal.

A flashing red traffic signal.

A red arrow traffic signal.

19.

[ Turns ]

What should you do when you are making a right turn?

Reduce your speed.

Look over your right shoulder.

Both options are correct.

20.

[ Sharing the Road ]

In slow moving traffic, you should: (Select all that apply)

Keep as close as possible to the vehicle in front.

Overtake slower vehicles on either the left or the right side.

Allow sufficient space to manoeuvre should an emergency vehicle need to pass.

Overtake slower vehicles only on the right hand side.

Hint

21.

[ Vehicle Positioning ]

Why is it important to leave the traffic lane not too fast?

Engage your turn signal and cross all lanes simultaneously without stopping.

It allows you to remain in control of your vehicle.

You can choose any speed you wish to exit traffic, as long as you do not obstruct traffic.

22.

[ Alcohol and Drugs ]

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

Arrange another means of transport.

Only drink wine and not spirits.

Drive faster to reduce risk of collisions.

Drive with your hazard lights flashing to warn other vehicles.

Hint

23.

[ 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 means nothing as this is a common gesture.

It generally means for you to go.

It means that they are not going to cross.

24.

[ Special Driving Situations ]

What is a symptom of carbon monoxide poisoning?

Dizziness.

Both options are correct.

Nausea.

25.

[ Handling Emergencies ]

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

Increase acceleration to speed up out of the skid.

Speed up whilst steering away from the skid.

Release the brakes. Steer into the skid.

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

Hint

26.

[ Occupant Protection ]

Which of the following is not correct about wearing a shoulder harness style seatbelt?

The shoulder harness should have minimal to no slack.

The shoulder harness should be worn under the arm or the back.

The shoulder harness should be worn across the shoulder and chest.

27.

[ Lane Control ]

Why type of roadway marking is typically used to indicate bike lanes?

A broken white line

A single solid white line.

A double yellow line.

28.

[ Parking ]

What must you do in the event you are in possession of a deceased individual's disabled placard?

Neither option is correct.

Return it to a Department of Motor Vehicles field office.

Keep it for yourself as ownership transfers to you upon their death.

29.

[ Parking ]

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

In off-street parking areas.

On-street parking bays marked out by white lines.

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

On-street areas marked out by double yellow lines.

Hint

30.

[ Additional Driving Laws / Rules ]

What must vehicles in a funeral procession have?

Nothing is required to mark them.

A sticker that indicates that they are a part of a funeral procession.

A large orange and red sticker that marks them as such.

31.

[ Sharing the Road ]

How much can you be fined if you commit a traffic violating in a construction zone?

Up to $2,000.

One year in prison.

Up to $1,000

32.

[ Alcohol and Drugs ]

If you are under the age of 21, and your BAC is 0.01%, how long will your driving privileges be suspended for?

10 years.

5 years.

1 year.

33.

[ Lane Control ]

What do solid yellow lines indicate on a roadway?

The center of a road for two-way traffic.

Neither option is correct.

Indicates that you may pass freely.

34.

[ Parking ]

When parking uphill, what should you also do?

Engage your parking break.

Make sure that your wheels are pointing towards the curb.

Neither option is correct.

35.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

Which steering method is recommended when turning at low speeds?

Hand-to-Hand steering

One hand steering

Hand-over-hand steering.

36.

[ Sharing the Road ]

How far away should a bicyclist's rear red reflector be seen at night?

100 feet.

500 feet.

200 feet.

37.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

What is a blind intersection?

An area where a railroad crossing intersects with a roadway.

There is no defined definition for a blind intersection.

A blind intersection is when there are no stop signs at any corner and you cannot see in either direction for 100 feet.

38.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

What direction does traffic travel on a roundabout?

Clockwise

Straight.

Counter-clockwise

39.

[ Sharing the Road ]

Which of the following is correct regarding emergency vehicles with their sirens activated?

You can proceed like normal, ignoring the sirens and lights.

Decrease your speed and proceed like normal.

You must yield the right-of-way.

40.

[ Special Driving Situations ]

Why are vehicles fitted with rear fog lights?

In case your vehicle breaks down.

For learner drivers on the freeway.

In case your brake lights don't work.

To allow other vehicles to see you in fog.

Hint

41.

[ Sharing the Road ]

When you are in a construction zone, what should you not do?

Obey special signs.

Stop and watch the road work.

Obey instructions from the flaggers present.

42.

[ Additional Driving Laws / Rules ]

If you receive a ticket during a traffic stop, what is the purpose of the promise that you sign?

By signing, you promise to appear in traffic court.

By signing, you promise to admit fault for the citation.

Neither option is correct.

43.

[ Parking ]

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

100 feet in each direction.

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

200 feet in each direction.

44.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

While driving slower than normal, under what circumstance may you be cited?

Neither option is correct.

You will not be cited because you may have to drive slower under certain circumstances.

When you block normal and reasonable movement.

45.

[ Turns ]

What is a public transit bus lane?

A lane specifically designated for public transit vehicles.

A lane that is shared by both transit vehicles and regular vehicles.

A lane specified for emergency vehicles.

46.

[ Lane Control ]

If you are driving slowly on a two lane road, how many vehicles must be behind you before you are required to turn into a turnout area?

3 vehicles.

1 vehicle.

5 vehicles

47 out of 46

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