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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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 speed will increase going downhill.

Steering response may be reduced.

Steering control will improve.

Vehicle speed will reduce going downhill.

Handling Emergencies

What should you do in the event that your vehicle stalls or becomes disabled on railroad tracks?

Exit your vehicle immediately and dial 9-1-1 when you are from the railroad tracks.

Attempt to push your car off of the railroad tracks before the train arrives.

Stay in your vehicle and call for help.

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.

Safe Driving Practices

Before setting off on a journey, you should ensure that: (Select all that apply)

Your mirrors and seat are adjusted correctly.

You are wearing baggy clothes.

You know all the controls in your vehicle and how to use them.

Your mobile phone can be easily reached in case you receive a call.

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

What is the correct course of action when you stop in a crosswalk.

It is not allowed to stop in a crosswalk.

You are allowed to stop in a crosswalk in the event in you overpass the white limit line.

Ensure that no pedestrians are within a block of the cross walk.

Laws and Rules of the Road

If a vehicle is stopped at a crosswalk, what is the correct course of action to pass the vehicle?

You may pass as long as you proceed with caution.

You are not allowed to pass a vehicle at a crosswalk.

Ensure that no pedestrians are in front of that vehicle.

Special Driving Situations

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

Stop at the junction.

Reduce speed to 30 mph.

Yield to traffic approaching from your right.

No entry.

Laws and Rules of the Road

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

Neither option is correct.

Proceed like normal.

Slow down and be ready to stop.

10.

Lane Control

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

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

They should use caution to avoid bicyclists.

Neither options are correct.

11.

Lane Control

What should you do if you miss a turn?

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

Make a U-Turn where possible.

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

12.

Sharing the Road

On a divided highway with 4 or more traffic lanes in one direction, what lane do large trucks typically drive in?

Any lane they choose, as long as they maintain the posted speed limit.

The left lost lane.

The lane just to the left of the right most lane.

13.

Sharing the Road

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

CVC 42010

CVC 480.

CVC 22511.

14.

Alcohol and Drugs

If an officer suspects you of being under the influence of drugs and/or alcohol, and you refuse to submit to a test, what can happen?

The driver would be subject to longer driver's license suspensions.

The driver will face additional points on their license if they refuse to submit to these tests.

The driver would face no penalty as the law does not legally require you to submit these tests.

15.

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?

To avoid an uneven road surface or an icy patch.

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.

16.

Alcohol and Drugs

What does a Preliminary Alcohol Screening not detect?

The presence of marijuana.

The presence of drugs.

The presence of alcohol.

17.

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.

18.

Visual Search

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

Decrease your speed.

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

Increase your speed.

19.

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?

Neither option is correct.

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

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

20.

Sharing the Road

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

Overtake slowly.

Keep your distance from the horses.

Use your horn.

Wait until it is safe to overtake.

21.

Turns

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

If there are no vehicles approaching you within 200 feet.

When other vehicles may hit you.

On a one-way street

22.

Laws and Rules of the Road

Who should you allow sufficient time to cross the street?

Older pedestrians.

Pedestrians with young children.

Both options are correct.

23.

Sharing the Road

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

Car drivers.

Horse riders.

Truck drivers.

Cyclists.

24.

Lane Control

If you are driving slowly on a two lane road, how many vehicles must be behind you before you are required to turn into a turnout area?

5 vehicles

1 vehicle.

3 vehicles.

25.

Handling Emergencies

What do you need to provide to the Emergency Notification System if you have to call them due to your vehicle stalling on railroad tracks?

The year and make of your vehicle.

Neither option is correct as you do not call the Emergency Notification System in this situation

Your location and the railroad crossing number if posted.

26.

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 stop the wind blowing your exhaust fumes towards them.

To avoid dazzling them with your lights.

27.

Traffic Controls

What is the correct course of action when you see a solid yellow traffic signal?

Stop under all circumstances and wait for the red light.

Stop if it is safe to do so, otherwise slow down and proceed through the intersection with caution.

Stop and look for pedestrians, then proceed with caution.

28.

Laws and Rules of the Road

Where are you required to stop, because of a stop light or sign?

Before the crosswalk.

You must stop before the stop line, sign, or signal.

Both options are correct.

29.

Safe Driving Practices

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

Trying to read a map.

Using your mirrors to check for other vehicles and hazards.

Eating and drinking.

Switching on your headlights.

30.

Traffic Controls

What is this sign indicating?

This sign means that there is an airport near by.

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

This sign indicates that planes fly through this area.

31.

Visual Search

Under ideal circumstances, how long will it take to stop if you are travelling 35 mph?

500 feet.

210 feet.

150 feet

32.

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.

33.

Alcohol and Drugs

If you are working for a rideshare service, and you are pulled over with a passenger in your vehicle, what is the minimum level of BAC before it becomes unlawful for you to drive?

0.0005

0.0001

0.0004

34.

Turns

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

Half of an American football field.

Neither option is correct.

A quarter the distance of an average airport.

35.

Handling Emergencies

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

Keep your eyes on the road.

Try to drive the car safely off the road.

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

36.

Handling Emergencies

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

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

Keep your eyes on the road.

Stop and turn off of the ignition.

37.

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

If you purchase a vehicle from a private property, how long do you have to transfer the ownership of the vehicle?

5 days.

10 days.

30 days.

38.

Traffic Controls

When are you allowed to make a right turn when a red arrow light is present?

Only when a green signal or a green arrow appears.

You can, applying the same rules as a regular red stop light.

At any time.

39.

Laws and Rules of the Road

What is the speed limit when you are within 100 feet of a railroad?

40 mph

25 mph

15 mph

40.

Sharing the Road

What is a NEV?

A type of emergency vehicle.

A type of public transit.

A neighborhood electric vehicle.

41.

Special Driving Situations

If you are not able to see any farther than 100 feet in front of you, what should you reduce your speed to?

50 mph.

45 mph.

30 mph or below.

42.

Sharing the Road

You are traveling slowly behind a cyclist in front of you. Why should you give the cyclist plenty of space when overtaking?

The cyclist might swerve to avoid an obstacle.

To get a better view of the road ahead.

So that they are more likely to see you.

The rush of wind as you pass can destabilise a cyclist.

43.

Laws and Rules of the Road

Which of the following is true regarding blind pedestrians?

Blind pedestrians rely on someone else telling them when it is safe across the street.

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

Blind pedestrians rely on the sound of your vehicle to know when it's safe to cross the street.

44.

Safe Driving Practices

Who is responsible whilst a vehicle is traveling under cruise control?

The driver or rider of the vehicle.

The vehicle manufacturer.

The mechanical responsible for maintenance.

The owner of the vehicle.

45.

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.

46.

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.

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