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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[ Traffic Controls ]

What is the correct interpretation of this sign?

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

Indicates that you must yield before proceeding.

This sign indicates that you must follow its instruction.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

Under what circumstance must you drive slower?

When there is heavy traffic.

Both options are correct.

When there is bad weather.

[ 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?

Both options are correct.

Yield to the pedestrian.

In means that they are ready to cross the street.

[ Visual Search ]

Why should you scan your surroundings while driving?

Neither option is correct.

It allows you to enjoy the scenery around you.

It allows you time to react if another driver makes mistakes.

[ Handling Emergencies ]

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

Slam on your brakes.

Increase your speed to create more traction.

Ease off of the accelerator.

[ Parking ]

What is the penalty for abusing disabled placards?

A misdemeanor charge.

Both options are correct.

A fine of up to $1,000.

[ Turns ]

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

200 feet

100 feet

500 feet

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

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

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

If there is traffic on the main road.

At any time.

When a pedestrian is waiting to cross the road.

Hint

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

At intersections without a STOP or YIELD signs, what action is correct?

Both options are correct.

Slow down and be ready to stop.

Yield to traffic and any pedestrians.

10.

[ Sharing the Road ]

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

Using high beam headlights during daylight hours.

Both options are correct.

Wearing a bright colored jacket.

11.

[ Sharing the Road ]

What California penal code allows Safety Enhanced-Double Fine Zones.

CVC 42010

CVC 480.

CVC 22511.

12.

[ Traffic Controls ]

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

A flashing yellow traffic signal.

A flashing red traffic signal.

A red arrow traffic signal.

13.

[ Special Driving Situations ]

If there is not a speed limit posted before a curve, which should you do?

Judge how sharp the curve is and make no speed adjustment.

Judge how sharp the curve is and adjust your speed.

Judge how sharp the curve is and increase your speed.

14.

[ Special Driving Situations ]

If you are using a penny to check the tread on your tires, what is the indicator that you need to change your tires?

Neither option is correct, as a penny is an unreliable way to check the tread on your tires.

If you can only see Abraham Lincoln's neck.

If you can see the top of Abraham Lincoln's head.

15.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

When may you use your vehicle's fog lights?

When visibility is severely reduced.

In a tunnel.

If your headlights are not working.

Any time at night.

Hint

16.

[ Turns ]

What is 200 feet most often compared to, to help visualize the distance?

A quarter the distance of an average airport.

Half of an American football field.

Neither option is correct.

17.

[ Special Driving Situations ]

What should you do when you are being pulled over by law enforcement?

Both options are correct.

Move your vehicle to the right shoulder of the road.

Turn on your right turn signal to indicate to the police officer that you acknowledge them.

18.

[ Sharing the Road ]

When you are in a construction zone, what should you not do?

Obey special signs.

Obey instructions from the flaggers present.

Stop and watch the road work.

19.

[ Turns ]

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

100 feet

200 feet

500 feet

20.

[ Occupant Protection ]

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

Heat stroke

Dehydration

Starvation

21.

[ Alcohol and Drugs ]

If you have an open container of alcohol, where must you keep it stored at in your vehicle?

In the trunk of your vehicle.

You are not allowed to have opened containers of alcohol in your vehicle under any circumstance.

In your cup holder.

22.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

What is hand-to-hand steering also referred to as?

One hand steering.

Hand-over-hand steering.

Push/pull steering.

23.

[ Additional Driving Laws/Rules ]

You MUST NOT leave your vehicle unattended if:

Your vehicle has broken down.

Your vehicle's engine is running.

Your vehicle is unlocked.

Your vehicle is not immobilised.

Hint

24.

[ Sharing the Road ]

Why should you be aware of long vehicles when at a junction or roundabout?

Their bright colour may dazzle you.

Long vehicles require more space to manoeuvre.

It is more difficult for a heavy vehicle to stop for a signal.

The driver of the long vehicle cannot see you.

Hint

25.

[ Special Driving Situations ]

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

A third (33%)

A tenth (10%).

The same as

Half (50%)

Hint

26.

[ Parking ]

Where is it acceptable to park and leave your vehicle? (Select all that apply)

On-street parking bays marked out by white lines.

On-street areas marked out by double yellow lines.

On-street areas marked out by yellow zig zag lines along the road.

In off-street parking areas.

Hint

27.

[ 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.

28.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

Why is it dangerous to use your fog lights when traveling in clear weather?

They will reduce your concentration.

Your fog lights may dazzle other drivers.

Other drivers may think there is fog ahead.

Other drivers may mistake them for your brake lights.

Hint

29.

[ Sharing the Road ]

Which of the following is correct regarding emergency vehicles with their sirens activated?

You can proceed like normal, ignoring the sirens and lights.

Decrease your speed and proceed like normal.

You must yield the right-of-way.

30.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

What should you do if you see a stray animal on the roadway?

Slow down and/or stop if it is safe to do so.

Swerve to miss the animal.

Honk your horn until it moves.

31.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

What is the penalty for failing to stop for a school bus?

A fine of up to $1,000.

Neither option is correct.

A traffic citation.

32.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

Which of the following is true when driving in a roundabout?

Do not stop or pass vehicles.

You may pass vehicles using any additional lanes.

You may enter using a high rate of speed.

33.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

Unless otherwise posted, what is the speed limit when driving near a school?

25 mph

55 mph

45 mph

34.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

When may you use your vehicle's horn? (Select all that apply)

When another road user annoys you.

On am empty road in a built up area between 11.30pm and 7am.

When another road user poses a danger.

To alert other road users of your presence.

Hint

35.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

On a school bus, what does the yellow flashing lights mean?

They are there to indicate that they are a school bus.

The mean nothing as they are built as a part of the school bus to fulfil a government mandate.

They warn you to slow down and prepare to stop.

36.

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

You must stop at the limit line before proceeding.

37.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What is the correct course of action in the event that the traffic signal is not working?

You are allowed to make unprotected turns at your discretion.

You are allowed to make protected turns. Proceed with the right-of-way rules in mind.

Proceed cautiously as if the intersection is controlled by a stop sign in all directions

38.

[ Special Driving Situations ]

What do all gas-powered vehicles produce?

Sodium chloride.

Carbon monoxide.

Oxygen.

39.

[ Traffic Controls ]

Which of the following traffic signals means to "proceed with caution"?

A solid green traffic signal.

A green arrow traffic signal.

A flashing yellow traffic signal.

40.

[ Driver Readiness ]

Which of the following will prevent drowsy driving?

Rolling down the window.

Calling a ride service to take you to your destination.

Turning on the air conditioning.

41.

[ Sharing the Road ]

When you enter a construction zone, what should you do?

Be prepared to stop.

Reduce your speed.

Both options are correct.

42.

[ Special Driving Situations ]

Which of the following is a way to reduce the hazard associated with high winds while driving?

Both options are correct.

Reducing your speed.

Being proactive.

43.

[ Parking ]

What is parallel parking?

A driving technique that allows you to park parallel to the road in line with other vehicles.

A driving technique that allows you to park parallel to an interstate in the event that you are tired from driving.

A driving technique that allows you to park adjacent to a public transit bus lane lawfully.

44.

[ Visual Search ]

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

Do not stay in another driver's blind spot.

Always tailgate another vehicle.

Neither option is correct.

45.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

Unregistered and untaxed vehicles can only be used:

On quiet roads with little traffic.

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

Between 10pm and 6am.

When the driver or rider has an appropriate license.

Hint

46.

[ Lane Control ]

Which lane should you drive in if you plan on making a right turn?

The right most lane.

The left most lane.

The middle lane.

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