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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Turns

Which of the following is correct when making a left turn?

Decrease your speed and make the turn as quickly as possible.

Increase your speed and quickly make the turn.

Look over your left shoulder and reduce your speed.

Turns

When a red arrow traffic signal is present, what is the correct course of action?

Make the turn when there is no oncoming traffic. Follow the right-of-way rules.

Neither option is correct.

Wait until the signal turns a solid green or green arrow.

Laws and Rules of the Road

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

45 mph

25 mph

55 mph

Vehicle Positioning

When you are on the highway, how much space should you leave to merge, cross, enter/exit traffic?

5 seconds

Half of a city block.

A full city block.

Sharing the Road

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

Truck drivers.

Car drivers.

Cyclists.

Horse riders.

Traffic Controls

What is this sign indicating?

Winding Road

T Intersection

Curve.

Laws and Rules of the Road

When turning left, what is suggested to ensure your safety?

There are no suggested safety tips when turning left.

Keep your wheels pointed straight to be prevent being thrown into oncoming traffic in the event of an accident.

Neither option is correct.

Parking

Which of the following is an example of illegal parking

Parking within 7.5 feet of a railroad track.

Neither option is correct.

Parking adjacent to a hospital.

Visual Search

What do you do if a vehicle merges in front of you too closely?

Increase your speed.

Switch to another lane and pass that vehicle for merging too closely.

Decrease your speed.

10.

Sharing the Road

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

11.

Special Driving Situations

At what speed can your tires loss all contact with the road if there is a lot of water?

20 mph.

50 mph.

30 mph.

12.

Turns

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

When other vehicles may hit you.

If there are no vehicles approaching you within 200 feet.

On a one-way street

13.

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?

Cyclists like to show off.

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

To get a better view of the road ahead.

To avoid an uneven road surface or an icy patch.

14.

Lane Control

What are two sets of solid double yellow lines that are spaced 2 feet apart indicate?

The center of a road for two-way traffic.

Indicates that you may pass if the solid line is next to your driving lane.

They indicate that it is considered a barrier.

15.

Sharing the Road

Which of the following is an example of when you can pass a light-rail vehicle?

When you are on a one-way street.

When the light-rail vehicle is in your way, and you need to get over.

Neither option is correct.

16.

Traffic Controls

What is this sign indicating?

This sign indicates that you must be on the lookout for planes landing on the road you are driving on.

This sign means that there is an airport near by.

This sign indicates that planes fly through this area.

17.

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)

More fuel is consumed.

Engine braking is eliminated.

You can no longer hear the engine.

Speed will increase when traveling downhill.

18.

Traffic Controls

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

A green arrow traffic signal.

A flashing yellow traffic signal.

A solid green traffic signal.

19.

Handling Emergencies

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

Apply the breaks.

Look for an alternate route away from traffic.

Keep your eyes on the road.

20.

Turns

What is a public transit bus lane?

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

A lane specified for emergency vehicles.

A lane specifically designated for public transit vehicles.

21.

Handling Emergencies

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

Stop and turn off the ignition.

Keep your eyes on the road.

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

22.

Safe Driving Practices

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

They will reduce your concentration.

Other drivers may mistake them for your brake lights.

Other drivers may think there is fog ahead.

Your fog lights may dazzle other drivers.

23.

Traffic Controls

What is this sign indicating?

This sign means that there is an airport near by.

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

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

24.

Alcohol and Drugs

If you are under the age of 21, and you are convicted of having a BAC of 0.01% or over, which of the following is a possible consequence?

No actions will be taken against you.

You will face life imprisonment.

Your driving privilege will be revoked for one year.

25.

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

What California penal code prohibits an individual from obstructing or interfering with a funeral procession?

CVC 480.

CVC 2852

CVC 2817.

26.

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

What is the NOTS?

A type of public transit.

Neither option is correct.

The Negligent Operator Treatment System.

27.

Occupant Protection

Pregnant women should do the following regarding a harness style seatbelt?

The harness should be placed between the breasts and to the side of the abdomen's bulge.

The harness should be worn across the breasts and over the abdomen's bulge.

No harness should be worn because it can cause greater injury.

28.

Turns

Which of the following is an example of an illegal U-turn?

In business districts.

On a roadway with two sets of double yellow lines.

Both options are correct.

29.

Occupant Protection

At what age is it considered lawful to allow a child in a car without someone 12 years or older present?

6 years old.

10 years old.

7 years old.

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.

Special Driving Situations

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

Vehicle is safer to drive.

Vehicle handling and response is improved.

It may become more difficult to select the appropriate gear when needed.

Increased use of the footbrake can reduce its effectiveness.

32.

Safe Driving Practices

When MUST your vehicle's headlights be switched on?

At night.

At all times.

Whenever visibility is reduced.

Any time other vehicles are on the road.

33.

Lane Control

What do broken yellow lines indicate on a roadway?

The center of a road for two-way traffic.

Indicates that you may not pass in this area.

Indicates that you may pass if the broken line is next to your driving lane.

34.

Alcohol and Drugs

How long does a DUI conviction remain on your record?

10 years.

1 year.

90 days.

35.

Parking

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

200 feet in each direction.

100 feet in each direction.

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

36.

Traffic Controls

Which of the following is true regarding a green arrow traffic signal?

You must turn in the direction the arrow is pointing.

You must turn in any direction as it is a green arrow.

37.

Safe Driving Practices

When MUST your vehicle's headlights be switched on?

Visibility is reduced to 200 feet.

Visibility is reduced to 2000 feet.

Visibility is reduced to 1000 feet.

Visibility is reduced to 500 feet.

38.

Handling Emergencies

What can you do to dry your brakes in the event that they become wet?

Press the accelerator and the brake pedals at the same time lightly.

Increase how often you brake, as the more you brake, the hotter your brakes become.

Increase your speed, as the faster you go, the hotter your brakes become.

39.

Driver Readiness

Which of the following will not prevent drowsy driving?

Rolling down the window.

Calling a ride service to take you to your destination.

Taking regular rest stops.

40.

Occupant Protection

Apart from the required age, what is the other exception for having a rear-facing child passenger restraint system?

The child is 40 pounds or more.

The child is 20 pounds or more.

The child is 30 pounds or more, and is 3 feet 2 inches taller.

41.

Safe Driving Practices

What should you do if you are experiencing vehicle troubles and are unable to continue driving?

Pull off of the road away from traffic.

Turn on your emergency flashers if possible.

Both options are correct.

42.

Safe Driving Practices

You should use dipped headlights: (Select all that apply)

When another vehicle is overtaking you.

At night in built-up areas.

To dazzle other road users.

During dull daytime weather.

43.

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 make a full stop.

This sign indicates that you must yield.

44.

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.

45.

Alcohol and Drugs

If you are convicted of DUI for the first time, in addition to having driving privileges suspended, what also may you be required to do?

Nothing, as the suspension of driving privileges is enough of a punishment.

You will be required to complete a DUI program.

Neither option is correct.

46.

Safe Driving Practices

What should you do if you have to stop in a tunnel?

Brake as quickly as possible to reduce time spent idle.

Open your windows to improve ventilation.

Keep as close to the vehicle in front as possible.

Leave at least a 5 meter gap between you and the vehicle in front.

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