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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Sharing the Road

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

Both options are correct.

Wearing a bright colored jacket.

Using high beam headlights during daylight hours.

Handling Emergencies

What should you do in the event that you begin to skid while driving on ice?

Increase your speed to create more traction.

Ease off of the accelerator.

Slam on your brakes.

Laws and Rules of the Road

What is the correct definition for California's Basic Speed Law?

The Basic Speed Law does not exist in the state of California.

The Basic Speed Law means that you may never drive faster than is safe for current conditions.

The Basic Speed Law means that you may drive at whatever speed you feel comfortable with.

Turns

Under which circumstance can you make a legal U-turn in a residential district?

Whenever a traffic light or signal protects you from approaching vehicles.

Neither option is correct.

At any time, as long as you are not obstructing traffic.

Traffic Controls

Where is this sign normally displayed?

4 way intersections.

Freeways.

High ways.

Traffic Controls

What does a white rectangular sign normally indicate?

There are no white rectangular signs in the state of California.

That you must consider following these rules, as they are entirely optional.

That you must obey important rules.

Sharing the Road

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.

Lane Control

What lane should you generally drive in at all times unless otherwise posted?

The lane with the smoothest flow of traffic.

The lane that is very congested with traffic.

Neither option is correct.

Alcohol and Drugs

What is an IID?

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

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

An ignition interlock device.

10.

Laws and Rules of the Road

While pedestrians have the right-of-way, what is also required of them?

Pedestrians have their own set of rules that they must abide to since they are not in a vehicle.

Pedestrians are not required to abide by the rules of the road.

Pedestrians must abide by the rules of the road.

11.

Special Driving Situations

You are traveling along a road and you cannot see more than 100 meters (328 feet) in front. What should you do?

You MUST switch on your hazard lights.

You MUST NOT slow down.

You MUST NOT switch on your fog lights.

You MUST use headlights. You may use fog lights if necessary.

12.

Traffic Controls

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

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

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

You must stop at the limit line before proceeding.

13.

Parking

Which California penal code prohibits parking in a crosshatched space?

CVC 480.

CVC 22507.8

CVC 597.7.

14.

Special Driving Situations

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

Double

Half

The same as

Triple

15.

Laws and Rules of the Road

Unregistered and untaxed vehicles can only be used:

When the driver or rider has an appropriate license.

When the vehicle is off-road on private land and NEVER uses a public road.

On quiet roads with little traffic.

Between 10pm and 6am.

16.

Turns

What is a public transit bus lane?

A lane specified for emergency vehicles.

A lane that is shared by both transit vehicles and regular vehicles.

A lane specifically designated for public transit vehicles.

17.

Alcohol and Drugs

If you have been drinking, and your BAC is below legal limits, which of the following is true?

You may still show impairments, even though you are below the legal limit.

Neither option is correct, as the BAC is not a reliable way to determine how much you have had to drink.

It is entirely safe to drive.

18.

Lane Control

If you are driving slowly on a two lane road, how many vehicles must be behind you before you are required to turn into a turnout area?

1 vehicle.

5 vehicles

3 vehicles.

19.

Handling Emergencies

What should you do if you are involved in a collision?

Leave the accident.

Stop and call 9-1-1 if anyone is hurt.

Argue with the other person, regardless of who caused it.

20.

Traffic Controls

What is this sign indicating?

No U-turns allowed.

No right turn.

No left turn.

21.

Lane Control

Where are bike lanes typically located?

Alongside streets adjacent to vehicle traffic.

There are no designated bike lanes in the state of California.

Alongside the interstate.

22.

Alcohol and Drugs

You are driving down the road after having left the liquor store. The items you bought are in the front passenger seat. Is this legal?

No, this is not legal. You cannot have any form of alcohol in the vehicle.

Yes, this is legal as long as the alcohol is sealed and, full, and unopened.

No, this is not legal as you cannot have unsealed alcohol containers within arm's reach.

23.

Parking

When parking uphill, what should you also do?

Neither option is correct.

Make sure that your wheels are pointing towards the curb.

Engage your parking break.

24.

Traffic Controls

What is the correct interpretation of this sign?

This sign means to stop and help someone cross the road.

Allow any elderly people, or other pedestrians to cross before proceeding.

There is a school ahead, and you must let the children pass before proceeding.

25.

Sharing the Road

It is against the law to follow how many feet behind an emergency vehicle while their emergency lights are activated?

300 feet.

1,000 feet.

500 feet.

26.

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 is braking.

The vehicle shall move to the left or turn left.

The vehicle is reversing.

The vehicle shall move to the right or turn right.

27.

Sharing the Road

Why should you not move in front of a large truck and suddenly stop or slow down?

You can move in front of a large truck and stop or slow down suddenly, as they can stop quicker than a regular vehicle.

Neither option is correct

Because they are a much larger vehicle, it takes longer for them to stop.

28.

Safe Driving Practices

Before making a manoeuvre, changing direction, slowing down or moving off you should always: (Select all that apply)

Flash your headlights to warn other road users.

Switch on your hazard lights.

Use an arm signal to emphasise or reinforce your signal if necessary.

Give clear signals in plenty of time, having checked it is not misleading to signal at that time.

29.

Occupant Protection

Why is it unlawful to leave a child or animal in an unattended car?

It is not unlawful to leave a child or animal unattended in a vehicle.

The car can rise to high temperatures quickly.

Neither option is correct.

30.

Lane Control

If there are only two lanes, which lane should you choose for the smoothest driving?

The right lane.

The left lane.

Either lane is perfectly acceptable.

31.

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

What California penal code prohibits driving with an unsecured load that is a potential safety hazard?

CVC 24002

CVC 21152

CVC 480.

32.

Safe Driving Practices

How much time should you allow before turning on a freeway?

30 seconds.

5 seconds.

10 seconds.

33.

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.

50 mph.

30 mph or below.

34.

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.

35.

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

How much can you be fined if you are smoking while there is a minor in your vehicle?

500

100

200

36.

Visual Search

You want to reverse your car, but cannot see clearly behind using the mirrors. You should:

Open the car windows.

Open the car doors.

Ask for assistance from a passenger or passer-by.

Get out of the car and push it backwards.

37.

Alcohol and Drugs

What is the purpose of an IID?

To prevent you from starting your vehicle if there is alcohol on your breath.

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

A device designed purely to make driving more difficult.

38.

Safe Driving Practices

What should you do when changing lanes, slowing down, stopping, or turning?

Always decrease speed.

Always signal.

Both

39.

Safe Driving Practices

You should use dipped headlights: (Select all that apply)

To dazzle other road users.

At night in built-up areas.

During dull daytime weather.

When another vehicle is overtaking you.

40.

Handling Emergencies

You are traveling along a wet road. How can you tell if your tires are no longer gripping the road?

Your speed increases unexpectedly.

The engine becomes louder.

Your speed decreases unexpectedly.

The steering becomes light and unresponsive.

41.

Safe Driving Practices

In normal circumstances, what is the safest way to use the brakes?

Brake early and gently.

Slow down by reducing gear and using engine braking. Only brake as late as possible.

Slow down quickly as early as possible and then travel very slowly up to the stopping point.

Sharply and as late as possible.

42.

Special Driving Situations

Which of the following is true regarding driving at high rates of speeds?

The faster you drive, the better your gas mileage will be.

The faster your speed, the less control you have of your vehicle.

The faster your speed, the more control you have of your vehicle.

43.

Sharing the Road

You are traveling with a motorcycle riding in front of you. Why might they suddenly swerve or move across the traffic lane?

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

To avoid an obstacle, such as a drain cover.

To get a better view of the road ahead.

Motorcycle riders like to show off.

44.

Safe Driving Practices

If you become agitated or annoyed at another road user, you should:

Travel as closely as possible behind them to let them know you want to overtake.

Pull over, calm down and continue your journey after relaxing

Use your horn to tell them you're annoyed.

Rev your engine loudly to get them to move out of the way.

45.

Sharing the Road

Whilst traveling at night, another vehicle is overtaking you. You should:

Dip your headlights to avoid dazzling other road users.

Flash your lights at the other driver.

Switch on your hazard warning lights.

Speed up to prevent the overtaking.

46.

Parking

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

Neither option is correct.

Return it to a Department of Motor Vehicles field office.

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

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