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.

[ Additional Driving Laws / Rules ]

If your driver's license is suspended, once the suspension period has ended, what must you do to apply for a new driver's license?

Neither option is correct.

You must show a copy of your previous driver's license.

You must show proof of financial responsibility.

[ Handling Emergencies ]

Which of the following the Freeway Service Patrol not provide assistance with?

Tow your motorcycle.

Change a flat tire.

Towing your vehicle to a location approved by the California Highway Patrol.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

What is the speed limit for a blind intersection?

35 mph

15 mph

25 mph

[ Alcohol and Drugs ]

If you are convicted of a DUI for the second time, how many years will your license be suspended for?

2 years.

1 year.

5 years.

[ Occupant Protection ]

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

Dehydration

Starvation

Heat stroke

[ Special Driving Situations ]

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

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

Use your flashing hazard lights.

Speed up get through the wet area.

Use dipped headlights.

Hint

[ Special Driving Situations ]

Which headlights should you use in the event that you have to drive in heavy fog or smoke?

High beam headlights.

Low beam headlights.

Fog headlights.

[ Sharing the Road ]

You are traveling slowly behind a cyclist in front of you. Why should you give the cyclist plenty of space when overtaking?

So that you can travel faster.

The cyclist might swerve to avoid an uneven road surface.

To get a better view of the road ahead.

So that they are more likely to see you.

Hint

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

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.

10.

[ 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?

1 month.

6 months.

15 days.

11.

[ Special Driving Situations ]

After how many miles should you rotate your tires?

Every 6,000 to 7,000 miles.

Every 1,000 - 2,000 miles.

Every 3,000 to 5,000 miles.

12.

[ Sharing the Road ]

What is a LSV?

A type of public transit.

A low-speed vehicle.

A neighborhood electric vehicle.

13.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

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

Hands positioned 9 and 3 o'clock.

Both options are correct.

Hands positioned at 8 and 4 o'clock.

14.

[ Occupant Protection ]

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

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

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

Yes, as the driver can become distracted while eating.

15.

[ Lane Control ]

What are the purpose of yield lines?

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

To indicate where a vehicle must stop or yield at.

To indicate at which point you must speed up.

16.

[ Lane Control ]

What is the correct interpretation of this diagram?

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

Double solid lines indicates that you may not pass.

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

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.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What is this sign indicating?

Curve.

T Intersection

Winding Road

19.

[ Alcohol and Drugs ]

You have been convicted of driving a car whilst intoxicated (after drinking too much alcohol). What will happen to your insurance?

You will no longer be allowed to carry passengers.

It can invalidate your insurance.

It will reduce your premiums.

You will only be able to ride a motorcycle instead.

Hint

20.

[ 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.

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

Neither option is correct.

21.

[ Traffic Controls ]

In addition to yielding, what must you also do when you come to a YIELD sign?

You must let any vehicle, bicyclist, or pedestrian pass before you proceed.

You must stop at the limit line before proceeding.

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

22.

[ Vehicle Positioning ]

You are traveling in fog behind another vehicle. What should you do to reduce the chances of an accident?

Use your dipped headlights so that you can be seen.

Keep close to the vehicle in front.

Use your high-beam headlights.

Use your flashing hazard lights.

Hint

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 40 pounds or more.

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

24.

[ Visual Search ]

In this image, what does the red area visualize?

Blind spots.

What is behind you.

What is ahead.

25.

[ Alcohol and Drugs ]

When taking medication, whom should you consult before operating a vehicle?

A passenger in your vehicle.

Your breakdown service.

The local fuel station.

Your doctor or pharmacist

Hint

26.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

What should you do when you are approaching a sign such as this?

Neither option is correct.

This sign indicates what animals inhabit this area.

This sign means to be alert for possible animals in the area.

27.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What is the correct interpretation of this sign?

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

This sign indicates that you must follow its instruction.

Indicates that you must yield before proceeding.

28.

[ Lane Control ]

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.

29.

[ Vehicle Positioning ]

When you are on a city street, how much space should you leave to merge, cross, enter/exit traffic?

Half of a city block.

3 seconds.

A full city block.

30.

[ Lane Control ]

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

Signal which direction you will be moving to.

Neither option is correct.

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

31.

[ Alcohol and Drugs ]

If you are under the age of 21, what is the minimum level of BAC before it becomes unlawful to drive?

0.0001

0.0005

0.0008

32.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What is this sign indicating?

That two way traffic is going to be head.

That two way traffic is now allowed on this road.

Neither option is correct.

33.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What does this sign mean?

Yield to other traffic.

No entry to all traffic.

Stop at the junction.

Pedestrian zone ahead.

Hint

34.

[ Occupant Protection ]

If a passenger is under what age, you may be cited for them not wearing a seatbelt?

16 years old.

18 years old.

21 years old.

35.

[ Parking ]

When parking uphill, what should you also do?

Make sure that your wheels are pointing towards the curb.

Neither option is correct.

Engage your parking break.

36.

[ Turns ]

What is a U-Turn?

Passing a vehicle at a high rate of speed.

There is no definition for a U-Turn in the state of California.

Turning your vehicle around in the street to go back the way you came.

37.

[ Additional Driving Laws / Rules ]

If an individual is convicted of vandalism or graffiti, how long may their driver's license be suspended for?

Up to 2 years.

Up to 1 year.

Up to six months.

38.

[ Special Driving Situations ]

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

Triple

Five times (5x)

The same as

Ten times (10x)

Hint

39.

[ Lane Control ]

How is a low/zero emission vehicle indicated?

A special Department of Motor Vehicles-issued decal.

Neither option is correct.

A homemade decal that you can put on any vehicle.

40.

[ Occupant Protection ]

An eight year old child is riding in the front seat of a vehicle. The vehicle does not have a backseat available. Is it lawful for this child to sit in the front seat?

Yes, since there is no rear seat available, the child may sit in the front seat lawfully.

As long as the child is wearing their seatbelt, it does not matter.

No, as all children must ride in the backseat.

41.

[ Visual Search ]

Which one of the following is correct when giving enough space to another vehicle?

Avoid driving directly along other vehicles on multilane streets.

Neither option is correct.

Always increase your speed when driving along side other vehicles.

42.

[ Handling Emergencies ]

What should you do in the event that your vehicle stalls or becomes disabled on railroad tracks, and there is not a train coming?

Stay in your vehicle and call for help.

Attempt to push your vehicle off of the railroad tracks by yourself.

Exit your vehicle immediately and call the Emergency Notification System number located nearby.

43.

[ Additional Driving Laws / Rules ]

How far can your cargo extend before you are required to use a 12 inch red or orange square flag to indicate the wideness of the load?

2 feet beyond the back rear bumper.

5 feet beyond the back rear bumper.

4 feet beyond the back rear bumper.

44.

[ Occupant Protection ]

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

Looking at Google Maps or another GPS application.

Reaching for an object inside of the vehicle.

Not using handheld devices while driving.

45.

[ Traffic Controls ]

Which traffic signal typically comes after the solid yellow traffic signal?

Solid Red.

Solid Green.

Flashing Yellow Arrow.

46.

[ Special Driving Situations ]

Where are you most likely to be affect by crosswinds?

Travelling across a bridge on a freeway.

In heavy traffic.

In a built up area.

On a narrow country lane.

Hint

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