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.

Alcohol and Drugs

If you are working for a rideshare service, and you are pulled over with a passenger in your vehicle, what is the minimum level of BAC before it becomes unlawful for you to drive?

0.0005

0.0001

0.0004

Laws and Rules of the Road

Which of the following is true regarding blind pedestrians?

Follow standard right-of-way rules when it comes to blind pedestrians.

Blind pedestrians rely on the sound of your vehicle to know when it's safe to cross the street.

Blind pedestrians rely on someone else telling them when it is safe across the street.

Special Driving Situations

Why are vehicles fitted with front fog lights?

In case your headlights are broken.

In case your vehicle breaks down.

For learner drivers on the freeway.

To improve your visbility ahead.

Occupant Protection

A driver begins to eat something that they just bought a restaurant. Is this a distraction?

No, the driver purchased the items and has the right to eat it before it gets cold.

No, as long as the driver is keeping their eyes on the road, it is not a distraction.,

Yes, as the driver can become distracted while eating.

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.

Handling Emergencies

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

Your speed increases unexpectedly.

The steering becomes light and unresponsive.

The engine becomes louder.

Your speed decreases unexpectedly.

Safe Driving Practices

Which of the following is a suggestion provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration?

Hands positioned at 8 and 4 o'clock.

Hands positioned 9 and 3 o'clock.

Both options are correct.

Alcohol and Drugs

In the event that you are convicted, for the first time, of DUI, how long will your driving privileges be suspended for?

6 months.

1 month.

15 days.

Lane Control

Which of the following is true when passing vehicles at crossroads and railroad crossings?

It is dangerous to pass vehicles at these points.

It is not dangerous to pass other vehicles at these points.

It is not dangerous to pass vehicles at these points as long as you use caution.

10.

Traffic Controls

What is this sign indicating?

Curve.

T Intersection

Winding Road

11.

Traffic Controls

What is this sign indicating?

No U-turns allowed.

No right turn.

No left turn.

12.

Sharing the Road

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

Use your horn to speed the traffic up.

Allow access into and from sideroads.

Be aware of cyclists and motorcycles passing between vehicles.

Block other vehicles from feeding onto the road from a slip road.

13.

Traffic Controls

What is this sign indicating?

This sign indicates that you must be on the lookout for planes landing on the road you are driving on.

This sign means that there is an airport near by.

This sign indicates that planes fly through this area.

14.

Parking

Under what circumstances may you park on a freeway?

In an emergency.

Both options are correct.

When a stop is specifically permitted.

15.

Laws and Rules of the Road

Under what circumstance must you drive slower?

When there is heavy traffic.

When there is bad weather.

Both options are correct.

16.

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

What is the fee you may be required to pay to the Department of Motor Vehicles in the event that you driver's license is suspended?

200

17.

Special Driving Situations

You are driving your car along a wet road. Spray from the road is limiting your visibility. You should:

Speed up get through the wet area.

Use your flashing hazard lights.

Pull over into a service area and wait for the road to dry.

Use dipped headlights.

18.

Visual Search

In this image, what does the yellow area visualize?

What is ahead.

Blind spots.

What is at your side.

19.

Safe Driving Practices

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

Take a picture of the accident and continue driving.

Call for help, since this is an emergency.

Neither option is correct.

20.

Laws and Rules of the Road

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

25 mph

15 mph

40 mph

21.

Occupant Protection

Which of the following is considered a driver's distraction?

Not using handheld devices while driving.

Reaching for an object inside of the vehicle.

Looking at Google Maps or another GPS application.

22.

Parking

What is a crosshatched area adjacent to a parking space mean?

This means that this is a no parking area.

This means that only motorcyclists can park there.

Any vehicle can park here for a limited amount of time.

23.

Occupant Protection

Apart from the required age, what is the other exception for having a rear-facing child passenger restraint system?

The child is 20 pounds or more.

The child is 30 pounds or more, and is 3 feet 2 inches taller.

The child is 40 pounds or more.

24.

Laws and Rules of the Road

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

5 feet.

1 foot.

10 feet.

25.

Safe Driving Practices

If you are under the age of 18, which of the of the following is correct regarding the use of electronic devices while driving?

It is unlawful for anyone under the age of 18 to use an electronic device while driving, unless it is in the case of an emergency.

Any driver, regardless of age, may use an electronic device while driving as long as they look up every two seconds.

Neither option is correct.

26.

Parking

How long until your vehicle may be removed if it is stopped on the freeway?

4 hours.

1 hour.

24 hours.

27.

Handling Emergencies

Which of the following is one of the most common causes of collisions?

Improper turns.

Both options are correct.

Unsafe speeds.

28.

Visual Search

To avoid last minute moves or corrections, how far ahead should you scan?

0 - 5 seconds.

10 - 15 seconds.

Do not scan as this can distract you from driving.

29.

Special Driving Situations

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

Do not use your brakes for at least 10 minutes.

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

Speed up then brake harshly to quickly dry them.

Speed up to dry your brakes faster.

30.

Lane Control

What are the purpose of yield lines?

To indicate where a vehicle must stop or yield at.

To indicate at which point you must speed up.

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

31.

Laws and Rules of the Road

What is the correct definition of a pedestrian?

There is no definition for a pedestrian in the state of California.

Any individual using a vehicle to travel.

A pedestrian is a person on foot who uses a conveyance.

32.

Traffic Controls

What is this sign indicating?

End divided highway

Crossroad.

Divided highway.

33.

Parking

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

CVC 22651.

CVC 597.7.

CVC 480.

34.

Safe Driving Practices

Which steering method is recommended when turning at low speeds?

One hand steering

Hand-over-hand steering.

Hand-to-Hand steering

35.

Safe Driving Practices

You MUST NOT use your vehicle's lights: (Select all that apply)

During the day time.

To flash other drivers if they annoy you.

In a way that dazzles other road users.

On full beam setting when there is oncoming traffic.

36.

Handling Emergencies

You are traveling along a snowy or icy 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.

Increase speed.

Let go of the steering.

37.

Safe Driving Practices

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

One hand steering.

Push/pull steering.

Hand-over-hand steering.

38.

Turns

Which of the following is correct when making a left turn?

Increase your speed and quickly make the turn.

Look over your left shoulder and reduce your speed.

Decrease your speed and make the turn as quickly as possible.

39.

Driver Readiness

What should you not do before driving?

Neither option is correct.

Mix alcohol with your medications.

Ensure that you have enough rest to drive.

40.

Safe Driving Practices

When MUST your vehicle's headlights be switched on?

Visibility is reduced to 2000 feet.

Visibility is reduced to 500 feet.

Visibility is reduced to 1000 feet.

Visibility is reduced to 200 feet.

41.

Traffic Controls

What should you do when you are coming to a railroad crossing?

Slow down, look and listen for any oncoming trains. Be prepared to stop.

Increase your speed to beat the train before it crosses.

Continue forward without reducing speed.

42.

Special Driving Situations

When driving on snow, you should:

Rev the engine higher.

Drive as quickly as possible.

Use the lowest possible gear for your speed.

Use the highest possible gear for your speed.

43.

Laws and Rules of the Road

Which of the following is true when driving in a roundabout?

You may enter using a high rate of speed.

Do not stop or pass vehicles.

You may pass vehicles using any additional lanes.

44.

Lane Control

Which lane is generally the smoothest to drive in?

The left most lane

The middle lane

The right most lane

45.

Safe Driving Practices

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

Your mirrors and seat are adjusted correctly.

You know all the controls in your vehicle and how to use them.

You are wearing baggy clothes.

Your mobile phone can be easily reached in case you receive a call.

46.

Alcohol and Drugs

If you have an open container of alcohol, where must you keep it stored at in your vehicle?

In the trunk of your vehicle.

You are not allowed to have opened containers of alcohol in your vehicle under any circumstance.

In your cup holder.

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