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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[ Traffic Controls ]

What is the correct interpretation of a solid green traffic signal?

The driver must proceed with caution.

The driver may proceed.

The driver must stop.

[ 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 right or turn right.

The vehicle is reversing.

The vehicle is braking.

The vehicle shall move to the left or turn left.

Hint

[ Sharing the Road ]

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

Stop and watch the road work.

Obey instructions from the flaggers present.

Obey special signs.

[ 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.

[ Alcohol and Drugs ]

If you have an excessive BAC level, how long may you serve in jail for?

1 month.

6 months.

2 years.

[ Special Driving Situations ]

If you come to a road that has ice, by how much should you reduce your speed?

Increase your speed, as the faster you go the more traction you make with the ice.

Reduce your speed by half.

Reduce your speed to a crawl.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

You have turned into a sideroad and realise you have made a mistake. You should NOT:

Find an alternative route.

Reverse onto the main road.

Keep going forward to find a safe place to turn around.

Perform a three-point turn manoeuvre.

Hint

[ Turns ]

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

100 feet

200 feet

500 feet

[ Special Driving Situations ]

If there is not a speed limit posted before a curve, which should you do?

Judge how sharp the curve is and make no speed adjustment.

Judge how sharp the curve is and adjust your speed.

Judge how sharp the curve is and increase your speed.

10.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What is this type of sign meant for?

Nothing. This sign is meant for highway officials only.

This sign indicates what you should do in the event that your vehicle stalls on railroad tracks.

This sign provides you a number to make a complaint about another driver.

11.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What is this sign indicating?

Be prepared to yield ahead.

Directional arrow.

There is a stop sign ahead.

12.

[ Driver Readiness ]

Which of the following is an example of a condition that physicians are required to report to the Department of Motor Vehicles.

Alzheimer's disease.

Lapses of consciousness.

Both options are correct.

13.

[ Sharing the Road ]

You are traveling slowly behind a cyclist in front of you. Why might they suddenly swerve or move across the traffic lane?

To avoid an obstacle, such as a drain cover.

Cyclists like to show off.

To get a better view of the road ahead.

As a warning to you that you're traveling too closely.

Hint

14.

[ Special Driving Situations ]

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

Speed up then brake harshly to quickly dry them.

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

Do not use your brakes for at least 10 minutes.

Speed up to dry your brakes faster.

Hint

15.

[ Sharing the Road ]

What is a NEV?

A type of emergency vehicle.

A neighborhood electric vehicle.

A type of public transit.

16.

[ Alcohol and Drugs ]

Yourself, and your parent are in the vehicle when you are pulled over by a police officer. In the backseat of the vehicle, there is an unopened, sealed container of alcohol. Since you are the individual driving the vehicle, is it lawful for this container of alcohol to be in your vehicle?

Neither option is correct.

No, as alcohol containers cannot be in your vehicle under any circumstance.

Yes, as your parent is in the vehicle with you and is over the age of 21.

17.

[ Special Driving Situations ]

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

Slow down gradually, and do not apply your brakes

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

Slow down suddenly by applying your brakes.

18.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

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

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

Any lanes regardless of the circumstance, or posted speed.

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

19.

[ Lane Control ]

What should you do if you miss a turn?

Make a U-Turn where possible.

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

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

20.

[ Alcohol and Drugs ]

Regardless of age, if you are on probation for DUI, what is the minimum level of BAC before it becomes unlawful to drive?

0.0005

0.0001

0.0008

21.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

How much distance should be between your vehicle and your turn before you signal?

100 feet.

500 feet.

50 feet.

22.

[ Parking ]

What does a blue parking colored curb indicate?

No stopping, standing, or parking is permitted.

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

This parking is only permitted for those with a disabled placard or license plate.

23.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What is the correct interpretation of this sign?

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

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

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

24.

[ 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.

25.

[ Occupant Protection ]

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

Yes, as the driver can become distracted while eating.

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.,

26.

[ Alcohol and Drugs ]

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

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

In the trunk of your vehicle.

In your cup holder.

27.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

You may use your hazard warning lights when you:

To thank other drivers.

Are being towed on a freeway or unrestricted roadway.

Park dangerously or illegally.

Need to warn other road users of an obstruction ahead.

Hint

28.

[ Sharing the Road ]

What does this hazardous load placard mean?

Flammable

Corrosive

Radioactive

29.

[ Sharing the Road ]

What does this hazardous load placard mean?

Flammable

Explosives

Radioactive

30.

[ Parking ]

What California penal code allows local authorities to designate public spaces as an exclusive area for charging vehicles?

CVC 22651.

CVC 22511.

CVC 480.

31.

[ Vehicle Positioning ]

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

Tailgate the driver.

Neither option is correct.

Increase your following distance.

32.

[ Turns ]

What is 200 feet most often compared to, to help visualize the distance?

A quarter the distance of an average airport.

Neither option is correct.

Half of an American football field.

33.

[ Lane Control ]

What do solid yellow lines indicate on a roadway?

Indicates that you may pass freely.

Neither option is correct.

The center of a road for two-way traffic.

34.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

The driver ahead of you made a mistake while driving, and you want to alert them to it. What do you do?

Honk your horn at them to let them know they made a mistake.

Honk your horn at them to alert them to pay attention.

Do nothing, and proceed with caution.

35.

[ Handling Emergencies ]

Who can you call for free assistance in the event that your car becomes disabled on the freeway?

California Highway Patrol.

Freeway Service Patrol.

Department of Motor Vehicles.

36.

[ Sharing the Road ]

When overtaking a horse and rider, what should you do?

Use your horn to warn the rider of our presence.

Drive around as quickly as possible.

Flash your headlights at the horse rider.

Overtake slowly if it is safe to do so.

Hint

37.

[ Sharing the Road ]

What is a Safety Enhanced-Double Fine Zone?

There are no double fine zones in the state of California.

Neither option is correct.

An area where fines are doubled for traffic violations.

38.

[ Lane Control ]

What is a HOV lane?

HOV lanes are used for emergency vehicles only.

HOV lanes are not present in the state of California.

A special lane used only for carpools, buses, motorcycles, or decaled low-emission vehicles.

39.

[ Special Driving Situations ]

If you are not able to see any farther than 100 feet in front of you, what should you reduce your speed to?

45 mph.

30 mph or below.

50 mph.

40.

[ Parking ]

You need to park and leave your vehicle on a foggy road. You should:

Leave your parking lights on.

Leave your headlights on.

Never leave any lights switched on.

Leave your fog lights on.

Hint

41.

[ Driver Readiness ]

Which of the following will prevent drowsy driving?

Calling a ride service to take you to your destination.

Turning on the air conditioning.

Rolling down the window.

42.

[ Parking ]

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

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

Neither option is correct.

Return it to a Department of Motor Vehicles field office.

43.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

Which steering method is recommended when turning at low speeds?

Hand-to-Hand steering

One hand steering

Hand-over-hand steering.

44.

[ Lane Control ]

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

Neither option is correct.

Signal which direction you will be moving to.

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

45.

[ Occupant Protection ]

At what age is it considered lawful to allow a child in a car without someone 12 years or older present?

7 years old.

10 years old.

6 years old.

46.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

General crosswalks are normally marked with what color lines?

Black lines.

White lines.

Yellow lines.

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