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.

[Parking]

What is a crosshatched area adjacent to a parking space mean?

Any vehicle can park here for a limited amount of time.

This means that only motorcyclists can park there.

This means that this is a no parking area.

[Sharing the Road]

Which of these light signals implies the motorcycle will turn right or move to the right?

[Handling Emergencies]

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

Release the accelerator. Steer into the skid.

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

Increase acceleration to speed up out of the skid.

Speed up whilst steering away from the skid.

[Handling Emergencies]

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

Change a flat tire.

Tow your motorcycle.

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

[Traffic Controls]

When you see a solid green traffic signal turn to a solid yellow traffic signal, what should you do?

Stop if you can safely, otherwise, cross the intersection with caution.

Drive forward without reducing speed, observing the right-of-way rules.

Yield to oncoming traffic.

[Driver Readiness]

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

Notify the Department of Motor Vehicles.

Neither option is correct

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

[Occupant Protection]

At what age is it considered illegal to leave a child unattended in a vehicle?

5 years old.

6 years old.

12 years old.

[Traffic Controls]

What is the correct interpretation of this sign?

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

You must slow down and be ready to stop.

You must stop at the limit line before proceeding.

[Additional Driving Laws / Rules]

What is the NOTS?

Neither option is correct.

The Negligent Operator Treatment System.

A type of public transit.

10.

[Traffic Controls]

What is this sign indicating?

This sign indicates that there is a ski lodge near by.

This sign indicates that you must be on the lookout for pedestrians.

This sign means that there is an airport near by.

11.

[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 alert them to pay attention.

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

Do nothing, and proceed with caution.

12.

[Handling Emergencies]

What is the sixth step you must do in the event that your accelerator becomes stuck?

Keep your eyes on the road.

Warn other drivers by honking and turning on your emergency lights.

Try to drive the car safely off the road.

13.

[Laws and Rules of the Road]

What do you do in the event that a pedestrian makes eye contact with your vehicle at a crosswalk?

Yield to the pedestrian.

Both options are correct.

In means that they are ready to cross the street.

14.

[Additional Driving Laws / Rules]

What must vehicles in a funeral procession have?

A sticker that indicates that they are a part of a funeral procession.

Nothing is required to mark them.

A large orange and red sticker that marks them as such.

15.

[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, 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.

16.

[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.

17.

[Sharing the Road]

You are about to overtake a motorcyclist in windy weather. What should you do as you overtake?

Use your horn.

Allow plenty of space.

Overtake as quickly as possible.

Keep as close as possible to them.

18.

[Handling Emergencies]

What is the fifth step you must do in the event that your accelerator becomes stuck?

Warn other drivers by honking and turning on your emergency lights.

Keep your eyes on the road.

Stop and turn off the ignition.

19.

[Visual Search]

To avoid last minute moves or corrections, how far ahead should you scan?

0 - 5 seconds.

10 - 15 seconds.

Do not scan as this can distract you from driving.

20.

[Special Driving Situations]

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

Double

The same as

Triple

Half

21.

[Sharing the Road]

Which of these light signals implies the motorcycle will turn left or move to the left?

22.

[Safe Driving Practices]

Coasting is a term used to describe a vehicle with manual transmission traveling in neutral or with the clutch on. How does this reduce your control of the vehicle? (Check all that apply)

Engine braking is eliminated.

More fuel is consumed.

You can no longer hear the engine.

Speed will increase when traveling downhill.

23.

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

You MUST switch on your hazard lights.

You MUST NOT switch on your fog lights.

You MUST NOT slow down.

24.

[Occupant Protection]

What is the correct way to wear a lap belt seatbelt?

The lap belt should be snug and lies low across your hips.

The lap belt should not be worn at all since it can cause greater injury in the case of a vehicle accident.

The lap belt should lie across your hips with as much slack as possible for comfort.

25.

[Safe Driving Practices]

What is this diagram representing?

The driver is waving at oncoming traffic.

The driver is indicating that they are turning left.

The driver is indicating that they are turning right.

26.

[Occupant Protection]

How many types of driver distractions are there?

27.

[Additional Driving Laws / Rules]

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

CVC 24002

CVC 480.

CVC 21152

28.

[Traffic Controls]

What is the correct interpretation of this sign?

This sign means that you should stop and wait for the signal before crossing the railroad tracks.

This sign means that you are approaching a railroad crossing.

Both A and B.

29.

[Laws and Rules of the Road]

School crosswalks are normally marked with what color lines?

Red lines.

Yellow lines.

Black lines.

30.

[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.

31.

[Vehicle Positioning]

When traveling in wet weather, you should keep well back from the vehicle in front. This will:

Reduce your typical stopping distance.

Increase your ability to see and plan ahead.

Decrease fuel consumption.

Increase your ability to accelerate.

32.

[Laws and Rules of the Road]

What is a blind intersection?

An area where a railroad crossing intersects with a roadway.

There is no defined definition for a blind intersection.

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

33.

[Safe Driving Practices]

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

Hands positioned at 8 and 4 o'clock.

Both options are correct.

Hands positioned 9 and 3 o'clock.

34.

[Safe Driving Practices]

How can you reduce injury when gripping your steering wheel?

Grip the steering wheel with your knuckles outside of the wheel.

Both options are correct.

You should grip the outside of your steering wheel.

35.

[Special Driving Situations]

When driving on snow, why should you stay in a higher gear?

To allow for easier braking.

To consume less fuel.

To drive faster.

To reduce likelihood of wheel spin.

36.

[Parking]

Under what circumstances may you park on a freeway?

In an emergency.

Both options are correct.

When a stop is specifically permitted.

37.

[Traffic Controls]

Which of the following is not true regarding a solid green traffic signal?

You are allowed to turn left from a turn right only lane.

Do not enter the intersection if you cannot get completely across traffic before the traffic signal turns red.

Give the right-of-way to any vehicle, pedestrian or bicyclist in the intersection.

38.

[Alcohol and Drugs]

Which of the following is true for all DUI convictions, regardless of age?

The completion of a DUI program.

You are not required to complete anything in the event that you are convicted of a DUI.

Neither option is correct.

39.

[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.

40.

[Safe Driving Practices]

Whilst driving or riding, you should avoid distractions such as: (Select all that apply)

Listening to the radio at a loud volume.

Adjusting your rear-view mirror.

Adjusting or starting the radio.

Listening to the radio at a low volume.

41.

[Parking]

In the event that you have to stop on a freeway, how should you park?

Both options are correct.

Park completely off of the pavement.

Park in the middle of the lane with your warning lights engaged.

42.

[Handling Emergencies]

You are traveling in snowy weather. How can you tell if your tires are no longer gripping the road?

Your speed decreases unexpectedly.

Your speed increases unexpectedly.

The steering becomes light and unresponsive.

The engine becomes louder.

43.

[Additional Driving Laws / Rules]

When are you required to turn your headlights on?

30 minutes before sunrise.

30 minutes after sunset.

Both options are correct.

44.

[Parking]

What is the penalty for abusing disabled placards?

Both options are correct.

A fine of up to $1,000.

A misdemeanor charge.

45.

[Lane Control]

What is the correct interpretation of this diagram?

Double solid lines indicates that you may not pass.

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

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

46.

[Lane Control]

What should you do if you miss a turn?

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

Make a U-Turn where possible.

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

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