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.

Turns

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

200 feet

500 feet

100 feet

Safe Driving Practices

If your vehicle is low on fuel, you should:

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

Begin a freeway journey.

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

Speed up to consume more fuel.

Safe Driving Practices

When should you NOT reverse from a side road into a main road?

If there is traffic on the main road.

If you don't have another person acting as a guide.

At any time.

When a pedestrian is waiting to cross the road.

Sharing the Road

In slow moving traffic, you should: (Select all that apply)

Block other vehicles from feeding onto the road from a slip road.

Be aware of cyclists and motorcycles passing between vehicles.

Use your horn to speed the traffic up.

Allow access into and from sideroads.

Occupant Protection

A driver decides to answer a text message that they just received while driving down the interstate. Is this a distraction?

No, as you are allowed to answer text messages while driving as long as you are looking at the road every two seconds.

Yes, as this is taking your attention away from the road.

No, as there is no law against using your phone while driving.

Laws and Rules of the Road

How much distance should you include from your vehicle to the crosswalk when stopping?

1 foot.

5 feet.

10 feet.

Visual Search

Before changing lanes, what should you do?

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

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

Increase your speed and quickly change lanes.

Safe Driving Practices

A road user in front of you is traveling slowly. You should:

Wait patiently at a safe distance behind them. Overtake when it is safe to do so.

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

Use your horn to tell them to speed up or move aside.

Flash your headlights to tell them to speed up or move aside.

Lane Control

What is a bike route?

A route for bicyclists on streets shared with vehicle traffic.

A route for bicyclists on streets that are shared with vehicle traffic.

A lane that provides greater separation from adjacent vehicle traffic.

10.

Special Driving Situations

When towing, if your caravan or trailer begins to swerve or snake you should:

Stay at a constant speed until the problem resolves itself.

Ease off the accelerator and reduce speed gently to regain control.

Speed up to regain control.

Turn the steering wheel to follow the trailer or caravan.

11.

Occupant Protection

Until what age is a rear-facing child passenger restraint system required?

4 years old.

2 years old.

3 years old.

12.

Alcohol and Drugs

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

Your breakdown service.

A passenger in your vehicle.

The local fuel station.

Your doctor or pharmacist

13.

Turns

On a divided highway, when can you make a legal U-turn?

Only if an opening is provided in the center divider.

An opening that is typically used for first responder use.

Neither option is correct.

14.

Safe Driving Practices

When should you reverse from a side road into a main road?

Never reverse onto a main road.

If there is no traffic on the main road.

When there is a safe gap in the traffic. Use your horn to warn other vehicles.

When you have another person acting as a guide.

15.

Vehicle Positioning

When you merge onto the freeway, how many seconds of space should you leave between your vehicle and the vehicle in front of you?

5 seconds.

3 seconds.

1 second.

16.

Occupant Protection

What brochure can you refer to in the event you are needing clarification regarding Driver Distractions?

The United States Constitution

California Penal Code 597.7

The FFDL 28 Fast Facts Brochure

17.

Handling Emergencies

You are traveling along a wet road in a vehicle without anti-lock brakes. You apply the brakes and your vehicle begins to skid. What should you do?

Release the brakes.

Let go of the steering.

Increase speed.

Brake hard immediately.

18.

Laws and Rules of the Road

What is the maximum speed limit on a two lane undivided highway?

65 mph.

35 mph.

55 mph.

19.

Alcohol and Drugs

Which of the following is true regarding alcohol and/or drugs and driving?

It is encouraged to take drugs or drink alcohol prior to driving.

Alcohol and/or drugs impair your judgement and driving abilities.

Alcohol and drugs have no affect on your driving abilities.

20.

Traffic Controls

What is the correct interpretation of this sign?

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

This sign indicates that you must yield.

This sign indicates that you must make a full stop.

21.

Safe Driving Practices

Which organization has provided suggestions on the correct way for hand positioning on steering wheels?

Department of Motor Vehicles.

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

Transportation Security Administration.

22.

Sharing the Road

How much distance does it typically take for a large truck travelling 55 mph to stop?

800 feet.

400 feet.

200 feet.

23.

Sharing the Road

If you are a minor using a bicycle for transportation, what is required?

A valid learner's permit.

A helmet.

A valid driver's license.

24.

Traffic Controls

What is this sign indicating?

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

This sign indicates that a trolley is near by.

This sign indicates that a rest area is near by.

25.

Laws and Rules of the Road

Who should you allow sufficient time to cross the street?

Disabled pedestrians.

Older pedestrians.

Both options are correct.

26.

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.

27.

Traffic Controls

Which of the following signs means to remain stopped until the green signal, or green arrow appears?

A flashing red traffic signal.

A red arrow traffic signal.

A flashing yellow traffic signal.

28.

Sharing the Road

When overtaking a horse and rider, what should you NOT do?

Keep your distance from the horses.

Wait until it is safe to overtake.

Overtake slowly.

Use your horn.

29.

Safe Driving Practices

What should you do in the event that it is too bright for your signal lights to be seen easily?

Neither option is correct.

Slow down and proceed with caution.

Use hand-and-arm positions to indicate what you are doing.

30.

Special Driving Situations

This road sign has been covered in snow. What does it indicate?

Yield to traffic approaching from your right.

Reduce speed to 30 mph.

No entry.

Stop at the junction.

31.

Laws and Rules of the Road

What law requires you to remain stopped as long as a school bus has flashing red lights?

CVC 22454

CVC 480.

CVC 597.7.

32.

Vehicle Positioning

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

Decrease fuel consumption.

Reduce your typical stopping distance.

Increase your ability to accelerate.

Increase your ability to see and plan ahead.

33.

Lane Control

What lane is considered the left most lane?

Number 3

Number 1

Number 2

34.

Handling Emergencies

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

Increase acceleration to speed up out of the skid.

Speed up whilst steering away from the skid.

Release the brakes. Steer into the skid.

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

35.

Lane Control

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

The lane that is very congested with traffic.

Neither option is correct.

The lane with the smoothest flow of traffic.

36.

Occupant Protection

Which of the following is a type of manual distraction?

Speaking with your passenger(s).

Taking your hands off of the steering wheel while your vehicle is in motion.

Listening to the radio at high volumes.

37.

Sharing the Road

Some of the most vulnerable road users are: (Select all that apply)

Truck drivers.

Motorcycle riders.

Car drivers.

Pedestrians.

38.

Occupant Protection

Pregnant women should do the following regarding a lap belt seatbelt?

The lap belt must be worn with as little slack as possible for comfort.

The lap belt should be worn as low as possible under the abdomen.

The lap belt is optional because of pregnancy.

39.

Turns

What is a public transit bus lane?

A lane specifically designated for public transit vehicles.

A lane specified for emergency vehicles.

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

40.

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

If you sell or transfer a vehicle in the state of California, how long do you have to report it to the Department of Motor Vehicles.

30 days.

5 days.

90 days.

41.

Handling Emergencies

You are traveling along a snowy or icy road in a vehicle without anti-lock brakes. You apply the brakes and your vehicle begins to skid. What should you do?

Let go of the steering.

Brake hard immediately.

Increase speed.

Release the brakes.

42.

Special Driving Situations

Ice and snowy weather has been forecasted. You should: (Select all that apply)

Drive more quickly to reduce time in the snow.

Only travel if the journey is essential.

Keep your fog lights on at all times.

Allow more time for your journey.

43.

Lane Control

Which lane is generally the smoothest to drive in?

The right most lane

The middle lane

The left most lane

44.

Safe Driving Practices

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

Using your mirrors to check for other vehicles and hazards.

Eating and drinking.

Trying to read a map.

Switching on your headlights.

45.

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

If you are under the age of 18, what can your parents or guardians do regarding your driver's license?

Neither option is correct.

They cannot do anything, as you have proven that you can drive since you have a driver's license.

They can have your driver's license cancelled.

46.

Lane Control

What is a HOV lane?

HOV lanes are used for emergency vehicles only.

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

HOV lanes are not present in the state of California.

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