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

What is a bike route?

A route for bicyclists on streets shared with vehicle traffic.

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

A lane that provides greater separation from adjacent vehicle traffic.

Parking

In the event that you have to stop on a freeway, how should you park?

Park in the middle of the lane with your warning lights engaged.

Park completely off of the pavement.

Both options are correct.

Laws and Rules of the Road

In unmarked crosswalks, who has the right-of-way?

Bicyclists.

Vehicles.

Pedestrians.

Laws and Rules of the Road

What should you do if you see a stray animal on the roadway?

Slow down and/or stop if it is safe to do so.

Honk your horn until it moves.

Swerve to miss the animal.

Visual Search

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

10 - 15 seconds.

0 - 5 seconds.

Do not scan as this can distract you from driving.

Alcohol and Drugs

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

In your cup holder.

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

In the trunk of your vehicle.

Lane Control

What should you NOT do before overtaking? (Select all that apply)

Follow a vehicle already overtaking.

Use your mirrors and only overtake when safe to do so.

Yield to oncoming traffic before passing parked vehicles.

Get as close as possible to the vehicle you plan to overtake.

Safe Driving Practices

Coasting is a term used to describe a vehicle with manual transmission traveling in neutral or with the clutch on. How does this reduce your control of the vehicle? (Check all that apply)

You can no longer hear the engine.

Speed will increase when traveling downhill.

More fuel is consumed.

Engine braking is eliminated.

Traffic Controls

What is the correct interpretation of this traffic signal?

To continue driving as long as you keep an eye out for other vehicles.

To yield to any pedestrians before continuing on.

To stop your vehicle entirely and to not continue forward.

10.

Special Driving Situations

What should you do if you are driving and there is heavy fog or smoke?

Both options are correct.

The best advice is to not travel in those conditions.

Increase your following distance to other vehicles.

11.

Vehicle Positioning

What is the correct course of action when you are behind a driver who may be dangerous to others?

Neither option is correct.

Tailgate the driver.

Increase your following distance.

12.

Alcohol and Drugs

If you are convicted of DUI for the first time, in addition to having driving privileges suspended, what also may you be required to do?

You will be required to complete a DUI program.

Nothing, as the suspension of driving privileges is enough of a punishment.

Neither option is correct.

13.

Vehicle Positioning

Which of the following is a safe way to exit the freeway?

Signal and look over your shoulder.

Both options are correct.

Signal your intention to exit 5 seconds before reaching the exit.

14.

Special Driving Situations

You are on snow and about to begin moving. As you set off, you should:

Use the highest gear you can.

Leave your handbrake on.

Always use 1st gear.

Quickly turn the steering to loosen the snow.

15.

Traffic Controls

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

A red arrow traffic signal.

A flashing red traffic signal.

A flashing yellow traffic signal.

16.

Parking

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

5 feet.

2 feet.

1 foot.

17.

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.

Neither option is correct.

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.

18.

Sharing the Road

Why should you be aware of long vehicles when at a junction or roundabout?

Their bright colour may dazzle you.

The driver of the long vehicle cannot see you.

Long vehicles require more space to manoeuvre.

It is more difficult for a heavy vehicle to stop for a signal.

19.

Sharing the Road

Which of these light signals implies the car will turn left or move to the left?

20.

Traffic Controls

When coming to a stop sign, where must you fully stop your vehicle at?

You must stop after the stop sign.

You may choose where you are allowed to stop, as long as you make a full stop.

You must stop at the white limit line.

21.

Sharing the Road

The car in front of you has a flashing amber light as shown. What do you expect the vehicle to do next?

The vehicle shall move to the left or turn left.

The vehicle is braking.

The vehicle shall move to the right or turn right.

The vehicle is reversing.

22.

Laws and Rules of the Road

When making a right turn, what should you be considering?

Ensure that you signal oncoming motorists they can cross.

Check for pedestrians, and for bicyclists.

Ensure that you keep a minimum of ten feet from the stop line.

23.

Safe Driving Practices

What is this diagram representing?

The driver is indicating that they are turning left.

The driver is indicating that they are slowing down or stopping.

The driver is indicating that they are turning right.

24.

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?

Brake hard immediately.

Let go of the steering.

Release the brakes.

Increase speed.

25.

Lane Control

What should you do if you miss a turn?

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

Make a U-Turn where possible.

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

26.

Driver Readiness

Which of the following is correct regarding emotions and driving?

Your emotions have no relation to how well you drive.

Neither option is correct.

Emotions can affect the way that you drive.

27.

Lane Control

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

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

It is dangerous to pass vehicles at these points.

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

28.

Vehicle Positioning

What is an example of a distracted person?

Construction workers.

Both options are correct.

Delivery persons.

29.

Traffic Controls

Where is this sign normally displayed?

Freeways.

4 way intersections.

High ways.

30.

Occupant Protection

Which of the following is true when a child is seated next to a side air bag?

You are encouraged to seat your child next to a side air bag.

The child may be at serious risk of injury or fatal injury.

There is no risk associated with seating a child next to a side airbag.

31.

Occupant Protection

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

There is no rear seat.

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.

32.

Special Driving Situations

A typical stopping distance of a vehicle in dry weather is approximately __________ the distance of a vehicle in ICY or SNOWY weather.

A tenth (10%).

Half (50%)

The same as

A third (33%)

33.

Occupant Protection

What brochure can you refer to in the event you are needing clarification regarding Driver Distractions?

The United States Constitution

California Penal Code 597.7

The FFDL 28 Fast Facts Brochure

34.

Handling Emergencies

In the event that you hit a parked vehicle, what should you do?

Leave a note with your information.

Take a picture of their license plate and inform the Department of Motor Vehicles when you have time.

Do nothing as no one is in the vehicle and no one was hurt.

35.

Safe Driving Practices

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

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

Yes, as you are in a hurry and you need to get to your destination.

No, as the driver may not be able to go any faster due to one reason or another

36.

Laws and Rules of the Road

Why is it important to respect right-of-way rules?

It is common courtesy.

You are not required to respect right-of-way rules.

It helps prevent collisions and other accidents.

37.

Traffic Controls

What is the correct course of action in the event that the traffic signal is not working?

Proceed cautiously as if the intersection is controlled by a stop sign in all directions

You are allowed to make unprotected turns at your discretion.

You are allowed to make protected turns. Proceed with the right-of-way rules in mind.

38.

Occupant Protection

Children under what age must be secured in a rear facing passenger restraint system?

Under 5 years old.

Under 1 year old.

Under 2 years old.

39.

Alcohol and Drugs

What is an IID?

An ignition interlock device.

A type of headlight that allows you to see better at night.

A form of license plate that is optional for your vehicle.

40.

Occupant Protection

Which of the following are true regarding children under the age of 8, and are also less than 4 feet 9 inches tall?

They are not required to wear seatbelts due to their age and height.

They must be properly secured in a federally-approved child passenger restraint system.

They do not require a child passenger restraint system.

41.

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

What should you do if you purchase a vehicle from another state?

Ensure that it drives properly.

Ensure that it meets California's smog laws.

Neither option is correct.

42.

Parking

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

200 feet in each direction.

100 feet in each direction.

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

43.

Occupant Protection

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

Heat stroke

Dehydration

Starvation

44.

Special Driving Situations

When driving on snow, why should you stay in a higher gear?

To allow for easier braking.

To consume less fuel.

To drive faster.

To reduce likelihood of wheel spin.

45.

Special Driving Situations

Why are vehicles fitted with front fog lights?

To improve your visbility ahead.

In case your vehicle breaks down.

For learner drivers on the freeway.

In case your headlights are broken.

46.

Traffic Controls

What is the correct interpretation of this sign?

This sign indicates that you are entering the incorrect road with the incorrect vehicle.

This sign indicates that you are entering the wrong way of traffic.

This sign indicates that you are not allowed to do a certain action.

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