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 ]

How far away should a bicyclist's rear red reflector be seen at night?

200 feet.

500 feet.

100 feet.

[ Driver Readiness ]

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

Neither option is correct

Notify the Department of Motor Vehicles.

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

[ Sharing the Road ]

You are about to overtake a cyclist in windy weather. Why should you leave extra room as you overtake?

In case a gust of wind pushes them across the lane.

To reduce fuel consumption.

To avoid dazzling them with your lights.

To stop the wind blowing your exhaust fumes towards them.

Hint

[ Sharing the Road ]

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

Use your horn.

Wait until it is safe to overtake.

Keep your distance from the horses.

Overtake slowly.

Hint

[ Additional Driving Laws / Rules ]

How many points must you have in a 12 month period to be considered a negligent operator?

4 points.

2 points.

1 point

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

What is this diagram representing?

The driver is indicating that they are turning left.

The driver is indicating that they are turning right.

The driver is indicating that they are slowing down or stopping.

[ Lane Control ]

What should motorized bicycle drivers do when using a bike lane?

Neither options are correct.

No special precautions are required since they are technically driving a bicycle.

They should use caution to avoid bicyclists.

[ Sharing the Road ]

It is particularly important to be aware of: (Select all that apply)

Disabled people.

Fields filled with animals.

Older drivers.

Truck drivers.

Hint

[ 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?

If you can only see Abraham Lincoln's neck.

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

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

10.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

What should you do if you see senior citizens crossing the road ahead?

Use your horn to alert them to your presence.

Slow down and prepare to stop. Be patient and allow them to finish crossing.

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

Flash your lights in case they are hard of hearing.

Hint

11.

[ 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.

12.

[ Alcohol and Drugs ]

Yourself, and your parent are in the vehicle when you are pulled over by a police officer. In the backseat of the vehicle, there is an unopened, sealed container of alcohol. Since you are the individual driving the vehicle, is it lawful for this container of alcohol to be in your vehicle?

No, as alcohol containers cannot be in your vehicle under any circumstance.

Yes, as your parent is in the vehicle with you and is over the age of 21.

Neither option is correct.

13.

[ Parking ]

What is parallel parking?

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 parallel to the road in line with other vehicles.

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

14.

[ Turns ]

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

100 feet

500 feet

200 feet

15.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What is the correct interpretation of this traffic signal?

To stop your vehicle entirely and to not continue forward.

To yield to any pedestrians before continuing on.

To continue driving as long as you keep an eye out for other vehicles.

16.

[ Additional Driving Laws / Rules ]

In the event that you are convicted of a hit-and-run accident that resulted in injury, what may the Department of Motor Vehicles do?

Penalize you with additional points depending on the severity of the injury.

Do nothing as the Department of Motor Vehicles has no authority over accidents.

Revoke your driver's license.

17.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What is the correct course of action if you see a sign that states "Wrong Way"?

Back out or turn around and return to the correct side of the road.

This sign indicates that danger is ahead.

Slow down and be ready to stop.

18.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

Who should you allow sufficient time to cross the street?

Both options are correct.

Older pedestrians.

Pedestrians with young children.

19.

[ Parking ]

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

This means that only motorcyclists can park there.

This means that this is a no parking area.

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

20.

[ Lane Control ]

You may never drive to the left of two solid yellow lines unless:

Both options are correct.

Instructed by construction or other signs.

You are in a carpool lane.

21.

[ Lane Control ]

In what situation is it okay to pass traffic on the right-hand side?

Both options are correct.

When a driver is making a left-hand turn.

When there is an open highway with two or more lanes of travel in your direction.

22.

[ Additional Driving Laws / Rules ]

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

200

500

100

23.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

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

45 mph

55 mph

25 mph

24.

[ Parking ]

How much distance should your vehicle be visible in the event that you have to park off of the freeway.

It does not matter as you will be parking off of the pavement.

100 feet in each direction.

200 feet in each direction.

25.

[ Sharing the Road ]

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

Obey instructions from the flaggers present.

Stop and watch the road work.

Obey special signs.

26.

[ Sharing the Road ]

Which of the following can you do to prevent other drivers from becoming angry?

Using your horn for non-emergencies.

Both options are correct.

Do not tailgate other drivers.

27.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What does this traffic symbol mean?

Caution.

To Stop.

To turn left.

28.

[ Additional Driving Laws / Rules ]

If you are caught dumping or abandoning animals on a highway, how much can you be fined?

Up to $2,000.

1 year in jail.

Up to $1,000

29.

[ Parking ]

What does a yellow parking colored curb indicate?

No stopping is allowed at this curb.

Stop no longer than the time posted to load/unload passengers or freight.

Park for a limited time as indicated by a sign or the time painted on the curb.

30.

[ Lane Control ]

What should you do before passing another vehicle?

Pass the other vehicle at a high rate of speed to beat any traffic.

There are no suggestions when passing another vehicle, only to do it with caution.

Look ahead for road conditions and traffic that may cause other vehicles to merge as well.

31.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

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

Both options are correct.

Tapping your brake pedal 3 or 4 times quickly.

By turning on your emergency flashers.

32.

[ Vehicle Positioning ]

In the event that you need to cross multiple freeway lanes, what is the best course of action.

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

Cross them one at a time until each lane is clear.

Wait until all of the lanes are clear, then proceed to merge into the one you need to be in.

33.

[ Handling Emergencies ]

Which of the following is one of the most common causes of collisions?

Unsafe speeds.

Improper turns.

Both options are correct.

34.

[ Special Driving Situations ]

You are traveling in hot weather which is causing the road surface to become soft. What will be most affected on your vehicle?

The exhaust.

The air conditioning.

The tires.

The windows.

Hint

35.

[ 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.

36.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

In the event that you have to drive on a sidewalk, what is the correct course of action?

Ensure that there are no pedestrians on the sidewalk for the next block.

Decrease your speed to five miles per hour, and continue forward.

You are not allowed to drive on sidewalks, as they are meant for pedestrians.

37.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What is this sign indicating?

Directional arrow.

There is a stop sign ahead.

Be prepared to yield ahead.

38.

[ Lane Control ]

What is the correct interpretation of this sign?

Both options are correct.

The left lane is the designated HOV lane.

The vehicle must have a minimum of two people to use the HOV lane.

39.

[ Parking ]

Which of the following is an example of illegal parking

Both options are correct.

Parking where a "no parking" sign is posted.

Parking adjacent to the curb.

40.

[ Occupant Protection ]

An eight year old child is riding in the front seat of a vehicle. The vehicle does not have a backseat available. Is it lawful for this child to sit in the front seat?

No, as all children must ride in the backseat.

Yes, since there is no rear seat available, the child may sit in the front seat lawfully.

As long as the child is wearing their seatbelt, it does not matter.

41.

[ 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.

42.

[ Parking ]

You need to park and leave your vehicle on a foggy road. You should:

Leave your parking lights on.

Never leave any lights switched on.

Leave your fog lights on.

Leave your headlights on.

Hint

43.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What is this sign indicating?

Crossroad.

Railroad tracks.

There is a hospital ahead.

44.

[ Lane Control ]

What are the purpose of yield lines?

To indicate at which point you must speed up.

They serve no purpose. They are included in the design of the roadway.

To indicate where a vehicle must stop or yield at.

45.

[ Visual Search ]

Under ideal circumstances, how long will it take to stop if you are travelling 55 mph?

400 feet.

500 feet.

210 feet.

46.

[ Turns ]

What should you not do when making a right turn?

Increase your speed to make the turn quickly.

Both options are correct.

Turning wide into another lane.

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