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:

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

To flash other drivers if they annoy you.

On full beam setting when there is oncoming traffic.

During the day time.

In a way that dazzles other road users.

Hint

2. What is the correct interpretation of this sign?

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

This sign means that you cannot do a certain action.

You may not enter the road that the sign is adjacent to.

3. Which of the following is a way for a motorcyclist to increase their chances of being seen by other drivers?

Using high beam headlights during daylight hours.

Both options are correct.

Wearing a bright colored jacket.

4. What should you do before changing lanes?

Look into your rearview mirror for nearby vehicles.

Increase speed and give a signal before changing lanes.

Increase speed and change lanes.

5. Which lane should you drive in if you are going faster?

The left most lane.

The middle lane.

The right most lane.

6. Which of the following may apply to you if you drive a low/zero emission vehicle?

You may drive at any speed you wish, regardless of posted signs.

You may be exempt from all toll charges on HOT lanes.

You may be exempt from all Department of Motor Vehicles related charges for your vehicle.

7. What is the correct interpretation for this pedestrian signal?

This pedestrian signal means you are allowed to cross the street.

Neither option is correct.

This pedestrian signal means to not cross the street.

8. 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.

9. In what situation is it okay to leave your child and/or animals in a hot vehicle?

When the windows are cracked slightly to allow air to enter the vehicle.

Not at all, as it is unlawful and dangerous.

When the windows are fully opened to allow as much air as possible into the vehicle.

10. What should you do in the event that you begin to hydroplane?

Slam down on your brakes to try and come to a complete stop.

Slow down suddenly by applying your brakes.

Slow down gradually, and do not apply your brakes

11. How far should your passengers ride from the airbag cover?

10 inches

13 inches

5 inches.

12. What is this diagram representing?

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

The driver is indicating that they are turning right.

The driver is indicating that they are turning left.

13. At intersections without a STOP or YIELD signs, what action is correct?

Yield to traffic and any pedestrians.

Both options are correct.

Slow down and be ready to stop.

14. After how many miles should you rotate your tires?

Every 1,000 - 2,000 miles.

Every 3,000 to 5,000 miles.

Every 6,000 to 7,000 miles.

15. What is the "3 second rule"?

Neither option is correct.

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

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

16. Single-track roads are only wide enough for one vehicle. If you see an oncoming vehicle, you should:

Attempt to squeeze by the other vehicle.

Pull into a passing place on your left or wait by a passing place on your right. If necessary, reverse to the nearest place.

Keep going if traveling down hill as you have right of way.

Stop your vehicle and expect the other driver to reverse out of the way.

Hint

17. When MUST your vehicle's headlights be switched on?

Visibility is reduced to 1000 feet.

Visibility is reduced to 500 feet.

Visibility is reduced to 2000 feet.

Visibility is reduced to 200 feet.

Hint

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

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

The shoulder harness should have minimal to no slack.

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

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

Drive close to the center divider line.

the left turn lane.

Both options are correct.

20. 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 vehicles at these points as long as you use caution.

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

21. When coming to a stop sign, if there is no limit line or cross walk present, where must you stop your vehicle?

You must stop before entering the intersection.

You must stop after the stop sign.

Anywhere, as it doesn't matter.

22.

The signal is about to turn to a red traffic light.

The driver must increase their speed.

Oncoming traffic is stopped and they may turn left.

23. What lane is considered the left most lane?

Number 2

Number 3

Number 1

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

Shift to neutral.

Stop and turn off of the ignition.

Apply the breaks.

25. If a vehicle is stopped at a crosswalk, what is the correct course of action to pass the vehicle?

You may pass as long as you proceed with caution.

Ensure that no pedestrians are in front of that vehicle.

You are not allowed to pass a vehicle at a crosswalk.

26. What is the speed limit for a blind intersection?

35 mph

25 mph

15 mph

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

Do not stop or pass vehicles.

You may enter using a high rate of speed.

You may pass vehicles using any additional lanes.

28. When you enter a construction zone, what should you do?

Be prepared to stop.

Both options are correct.

Reduce your speed.

29. Which of the following is true regarding impaired judgement?

Impaired judgement does not affect how you react to sounds and what you see.

Impaired judgement improves how well you response to sounds and what you see.

Impaired judgement affects how you react to sounds and what you see.

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

Release the brakes. Steer into the skid.

Speed up whilst steering away from the skid.

Increase acceleration to speed up out of the skid.

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

Hint

31. What should you do before overtaking? (Select all that apply)

Make sure other road users are not overtaking you.

Make sure there is a suitable gap in front of the vehicle you plan to overtake.

Make sure the road is sufficiently clear ahead.

Flash your lights first to try to get the vehicle you plan to overtake to speed up.

32. Which of the following is not an illegal U-turn?

When there is an opening available in the center divider.

At or on a rail road crossing.

Where a "no U-turn" sign is posted.

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

You must yield the right-of-way.

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

Decrease your speed and proceed like normal.

34. When passing a bicyclist, how much space should you leave between your vehicle and the bicyclist?

1 foot.

2 feet.

3 feet.

35. The rider of the motorcycle in front of you is holding their arm out straight to the left as shown in the picture. What do you expect the vehicle to do next?

The vehicle is reversing.

The vehicle is braking.

The vehicle shall move to the right or turn right.

The vehicle shall move to the left or turn left.

Hint

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

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

Keep as close as possible to the vehicle in front.

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

Overtake slower vehicles only on the right hand side.

Hint

37. What is this sign indicating?

No turns are permitted.

There is a hospital ahead.

Directional arrow.

38. Which Penal Code prohibits leaving or confining an animal in an unattended, hot vehicle?

CVC 15620.

CVC 480.

CVC 597.7.

39. What is the correct interpretation of this diagram?

Broken yellow line indicates that you may pass if it can be done so safely.

No passing if the solid yellow line is on your side.

Double solid lines indicates that you may not pass.

40. Which of the following is an example of when you can pass a light-rail vehicle?

When the light-rail vehicle is in your way, and you need to get over.

When you are on a one-way street.

Neither option is correct.

41. What are turnout areas?

Designated areas that allow other cars behind you to pass.

Special areas where you are allowed to make U-Turns.

Neither option is correct.

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

Leave a note with your information.

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

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

43. What do solid yellow lines indicate on a roadway?

Neither option is correct.

Indicates that you may pass freely.

The center of a road for two-way traffic.

44. According to the California Highway Patrol, what should you do if your vehicle becomes disabled on the freeway?

Safely pull to the right shoulder.

Stay inside your vehicle with the seat belt on until help arrives.

Both options are correct.

45. What is a separated bikeway?

A lane that provides greater separation from adjacent vehicle traffic.

A route for bicyclists on streets shared with vehicle traffic.

A route that is for the exclusive use of bicyclists.

46. How long of a parking space should you find before parallel parking?

2 feet longer than your vehicle.

3 feet longer than your vehicle.

1 foot longer than your vehicle.

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