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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Lane Control

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

The right most lane.

The middle lane.

The left most lane.

Lane Control

Which direction should you pass traffic?

You must pass traffic on the right hand side.

It is not lawful to pass any vehicle under any circumstance.

You must pass traffic on the left hand side.

Laws and Rules of the Road

Which of the following is the correct assumption regarding right-of-way rules?

Other drivers will always give you the right-of-way.

Never assume that other drivers will give you the right-of-way.

There are no defined right-of-way rules.

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.

Bicyclists and motorcyclists.

All of the options are correct.

Visual Search

You want to reverse your car, but cannot see clearly behind using the mirrors. You should:

Get out of the car and push it backwards.

Open the car windows.

Open the car doors.

Ask for assistance from a passenger or passer-by.

Laws and Rules of the Road

What should drivers of hybrid of electric vehicles do when a blind pedestrian is attempting to cross?

Treat the blind pedestrian as a standard pedestrian.

Be especially aware and use extreme caution.

Follow standard right-of-way rules when it comes to blind pedestrians.

Handling Emergencies

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

Your speed increases unexpectedly.

Your speed decreases unexpectedly.

The engine becomes louder.

The steering becomes light and unresponsive.

Parking

What should you do when you find a space to parallel park?

Signal that you intend to park.

Neither option is correct.

Park as quickly as possible to get out of the way of oncoming traffic.

Laws and Rules of the Road

What is the correct definition of a pedestrian?

There is no definition for a pedestrian in the state of California.

Any individual using a vehicle to travel.

A pedestrian is a person on foot who uses a conveyance.

10.

Laws and Rules of the Road

What does it mean when a blind pedestrian pulls in their cane and steps away from the crosswalk?

It means nothing as this is a common gesture.

It generally means for you to go.

It means that they are not going to cross.

11.

Sharing the Road

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

12.

Alcohol and Drugs

You are pulled over for possible Driving under the Influence, and you refuse to submit to a blood or urine test. However, you change your mind later. What is the consequence?

Your driving privilege will may still be suspended.

You will be allowed to go since you have changed your mind to submit to the required tests.

There will be no consequences, as you have changed your mind and you are wiling to submit.

13.

Occupant Protection

Which of the following is a type of visual distraction?

Mind off of the road.

Eyes off of the road.

Keeping your eyes on the road.

14.

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.

Neither option is correct.

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

15.

Alcohol and Drugs

What is a PAS?

There is no defined definition for PAS in the state of California.

Preliminary alcohol screening.

Neither option is correct.

16.

Sharing the Road

Which of these should you avoid when driving around large trucks?

Following too closely or tailgating.

Both of these options are correct.

Lingering alongside a truck when they are passing.

17.

Sharing the Road

What is a LSV?

A neighborhood electric vehicle.

A type of public transit.

A low-speed vehicle.

18.

Turns

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

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

Look over your left shoulder and reduce your speed.

Increase your speed and quickly make the turn.

19.

Special Driving Situations

Which headlights should you use in the event that you have to drive in heavy fog or smoke?

High beam headlights.

Low beam headlights.

Fog headlights.

20.

Special Driving Situations

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

Yield to traffic approaching from your right.

No entry.

Reduce speed to 30 mph.

Stop at the junction.

21.

Handling Emergencies

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

Shift to neutral.

Apply the breaks.

Stop and turn off of the ignition.

22.

Special Driving Situations

What can possibly happen if you drive faster or slower than the rest of traffic?

Nothing will happen as long as you are below or at the speed limit.

You increase the chances of a collision.

You increase the chances of angry drivers.

23.

Handling Emergencies

You are traveling in snowy weather. Your steering begins to feel light and unresponsive. You should:

Turn the steering as far as you can to the right.

Release the accelerator to gradually slow down.

Increase speed.

Brake hard immediately.

24.

Parking

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

Leave your fog lights on.

Leave your headlights on.

Never leave any lights switched on.

Leave your parking lights on.

25.

Safe Driving Practices

Why is it important to only honk your horn when necessary?

Honking your horn may startle other drivers.

It may make the driver angry if they made a mistake.,

Both options are correct.

26.

Handling Emergencies

What should you do in the event that your vehicle stalls or becomes disabled on railroad tracks, and there is not a train coming?

Exit your vehicle immediately and call the Emergency Notification System number located nearby.

Stay in your vehicle and call for help.

Attempt to push your vehicle off of the railroad tracks by yourself.

27.

Safe Driving Practices

In which situation should you signal your turn?

Neither option is correct.

When you are stopping your vehicle.

Before pulling next to the curb or away from the curb.

28.

Safe Driving Practices

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

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

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

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

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

29.

Alcohol and Drugs

Consuming alcohol will have the following effect: (Select all that apply)

Reduce driving ability, even if you're below the legal limit.

Improve co-ordination and reaction times.

Affect judgement of speed, distance and risk.

Take time to leave your body making you unfit to drive even hours later.

30.

Handling Emergencies

In an emergency, how should you brake?

Speed up to get around the emergency.

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

Brake hard immediately, but without locking your wheels.

Brake gently.

31.

Sharing the Road

Which of the following is true regarding blind pedestrians?

No special precautions are required.

They must be given the right-of-way at all times.

Neither option is correct.

32.

Lane Control

What do double white lines indicate on a roadway?

They mark traffic lanes going in the same direction.

They separate traffic lanes on roads with two or more lanes in the same direction.

They indicate a lane barrier between regular use and a preferential use lane.

33.

Traffic Controls

The signal is about to turn to a red traffic light.

The driver must increase their speed.

Oncoming traffic is stopped and they may turn left.

34.

Occupant Protection

Which of the following is not correct about wearing a shoulder harness style seatbelt?

The shoulder harness should be worn across the shoulder and chest.

The shoulder harness should be worn under the arm or the back.

The shoulder harness should have minimal to no slack.

35.

Lane Control

What should you do if you miss a turn?

Make a U-Turn where possible.

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

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

36.

Special Driving Situations

What effects can a soft road surface have on your vehicle? (Select all that apply)

Noisier exhaust.

Slippery road surface.

Reduced tire grip.

Improved fuel efficiency.

37.

Sharing the Road

What is this diagram representing?

An emergency vehicle.

A light-rail vehicle.

A slow moving vehicle.

38.

Special Driving Situations

What should you do in the event that you begin to hydroplane?

Slow down gradually, and do not apply your brakes

Slow down suddenly by applying your brakes.

Slam down on your brakes to try and come to a complete stop.

39.

Traffic Controls

What is the correct interpretation of this sign?

This sign means that you cannot do a certain action.

Stop at the intersection before proceeding with caution.

Slow down and stop.

40.

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.

41.

Handling Emergencies

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

Keep your eyes on the road.

Look for an alternate route away from traffic.

Stop and turn off of the ignition.

42.

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

How far can your cargo extend before you are required to use a 12 inch red or orange square flag to indicate the wideness of the load?

4 feet beyond the back rear bumper.

5 feet beyond the back rear bumper.

2 feet beyond the back rear bumper.

43.

Traffic Controls

Which of the following types of signs indicate that you must slow down and be ready to stop if necessary?

A three sided red sign.

An eight sided red sign.

A square red and white regulatory sign.

44.

Special Driving Situations

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

50 mph.

30 mph.

20 mph.

45.

Sharing the Road

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

46.

Driver Readiness

If you are dazzled by bright sunlight, you should:

Speed up to get through the dazzle as quickly as possible.

Close your eyes until the dazzling goes away.

Slow down, and if necessary stop.

Turn your head and face away from the road.

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