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.
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[ 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.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What does this sign normally indicate?

A hazardous vehicle.

A police vehicle.

Slow moving vehicle.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

What should you do to alert other drivers if an accident has happened ahead of you?

Both options are correct.

By turning on your emergency flashers.

Tapping your brake pedal 3 or 4 times quickly.

[ Lane Control ]

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

The left most lane.

The middle lane.

The right most lane.

[ Turns ]

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

At or on a rail road crossing.

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

When there is an opening available in the center divider.

[ 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?

To avoid an uneven road surface or an icy patch.

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

To get a better view of the road ahead.

Motorcycle riders like to show off.

Hint

[ Visual Search ]

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

Always tailgate another vehicle.

Neither option is correct.

Do not stay in another driver's blind spot.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

If your vehicle is low on fuel, you should:

Begin a freeway journey.

Speed up to consume more fuel.

Stop at the nearest service station to refuel as soon as possible.

Keep driving until you almost run out. Cars are more efficient with less fuel in the tank.

Hint

[ Sharing the Road ]

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 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.

Hint

10.

[ Additional Driving Laws/Rules ]

If your vehicle's engine is running, you MUST NOT:

Leave your vehicle unattended.

Switch it off if you're waiting to pick someone up.

Rev the engine to warm it up.

Clean any ice of the windows.

Hint

11.

[ Occupant Protection ]

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.

12.

[ 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?

Do nothing, and proceed with caution.

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

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

13.

[ Parking ]

What does a blue parking colored curb indicate?

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.

No stopping, standing, or parking is permitted.

14.

[ Lane Control ]

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

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

Yield to oncoming traffic before passing parked vehicles.

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

Follow a vehicle already overtaking.

15.

[ Alcohol and Drugs ]

You and two passengers are pulled over by a police officer. Your backseat passenger has an open container of alcohol that they are actively drinking. Is this against the law?

No, as the driver is not the one holding or actively drinking the open container of alcohol.

Neither option is correct.

Yes, as all open containers of alcohol must be kept in the trunk, or where passengers are not seated.

16.

[ Visual Search ]

What is the "3 second rule"?

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

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

Neither option is correct.

17.

[ Visual Search ]

In this image, what does the red area visualize?

What is ahead.

Blind spots.

What is behind you.

18.

[ 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 get a better view of the road ahead.

Cyclists like to show off.

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

To avoid an obstacle, such as a drain cover.

Hint

19.

[ Parking ]

How many inches should your vehicle be from the curve when you have finished parallel parking?

No further than 18 inches.

No further than 24 inches

No further than 6 inches.

20.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

Under what circumstances are you allowed to cross a sidewalk with your vehicle?

You are allowed to cross a sidewalk with your vehicle for any reason.

Only to enter or exit a driveway or alley.

You are allowed to cross the sidewalk in the event that you are trying to pass another vehicle.

21.

[ Handling Emergencies ]

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

Freeway Service Patrol.

Department of Motor Vehicles.

California Highway Patrol.

22.

[ Special Driving Situations ]

Your car has been covered in snow. Which of these parts of the car should be cleared of ice and snow before beginning a journey: (Select all that apply)

The hood.

The windows.

The doors.

The license plates.

Hint

23.

[ 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.

Neither option is correct.

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

24.

[ Sharing the Road ]

If you are needing to make a turn, and you must enter a bike lane to do so, how much distance can you drive into the bike lane?

500 feet.

1 mile.

200 feet.

25.

[ Additional Driving Laws / Rules ]

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

Ensure that it meets California's smog laws.

Ensure that it drives properly.

Neither option is correct.

26.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

What is a blind intersection?

There is no defined definition for a blind intersection.

An area where a railroad crossing intersects with a roadway.

A blind intersection is when there are no stop signs at any corner and you cannot see in either direction for 100 feet.

27.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What does a red arrow light mean?

It is similar to a red stop light, however, you cannot make a right turn at any time.

Right turns are not allowed at any time, even when the light is green.

You are allowed to make a right turn like normal.

28.

[ Lane Control ]

What is the maximum amount of distance that you can drive in a center left turn lane?

200 feet

1 mile

500 feet.

29.

[ Traffic Controls ]

The driver must increase their speed.

Oncoming traffic is stopped and they may turn left.

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

30.

[ Vehicle Positioning ]

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

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

Signal and look over your shoulder.

Both options are correct.

31.

[ Special Driving Situations ]

If you come to a road that is packed with snow, by how much should you reduce your speed?

Come to a complete stop and call for help.

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

Reduce your speed by half.

32.

[ Lane Control ]

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

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

Check for vehicles that may or may not be in your blind spot.

Signal and change lanes without any other precautionary measures.

33.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What is this sign indicating?

No right turn.

No left turn.

No U-turns allowed.

34.

[ Visual Search ]

Before changing lanes, what should you do?

Decrease your speed suddenly, give a turn signal, then merge into the other lane.

Look over your should to make sure you aren't going to collide with another vehicle.

Increase your speed and quickly change lanes.

35.

[ Vehicle Positioning ]

Why is it important to leave the traffic lane not too fast?

You can choose any speed you wish to exit traffic, as long as you do not obstruct traffic.

Engage your turn signal and cross all lanes simultaneously without stopping.

It allows you to remain in control of your vehicle.

36.

[ 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?

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

Stay in your vehicle and call for help.

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

37.

[ Parking ]

What is the penalty for abusing disabled placards?

A misdemeanor charge.

A fine of up to $1,000.

Both options are correct.

38.

[ 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?

0.0008

0.0001

0.0005

39.

[ 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?

4 feet beyond the back rear bumper.

5 feet beyond the back rear bumper.

2 feet beyond the back rear bumper.

40.

[ Driver Readiness ]

You develop poor vision, which of the following is correct after you have visited your doctor?

Neither option is correct

You should not notify the Department of Motor Vehicles as they are not required to know.

Notify the Department of Motor Vehicles.

41.

[ Handling Emergencies ]

In an emergency, how should you brake?

Speed up to get around the emergency.

Brake gently.

Brake hard immediately, but without locking your wheels.

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

Hint

42.

[ Lane Control ]

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 Department of Motor Vehicles related charges for your vehicle.

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

43.

[ Sharing the Road ]

How much space should you leave between your vehicle and a motorcyclist?

1 second.

4 seconds.

3 seconds.

44.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

In addition to respecting right-of-way rules to vehicles, who does it also apply to?

Pedestrians in crosswalks.

All of the options are correct.

Bicyclists and motorcyclists.

45.

[ Special Driving Situations ]

On curves, there is ___ pull on your vehicle.

A strong outward pull

no pull.

A strong downward pull.

46.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

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

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

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.

Hint

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