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:

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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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[ 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?

To get a better view of the road ahead.

The cyclist might swerve to avoid an obstacle.

So that they are more likely to see you.

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

Hint

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

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

25 mph

45 mph

55 mph

[ 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.

[ Lane Control ]

Which of the following is true regarding bicycle lane?

Neither options are correct.

It is legal to drive your vehicle in all bicycle lanes.

It is illegal to drive in a bicycle lane, unless under certain circumstances.

[ Sharing the Road ]

A farmer is herding cows across the road. What should you do?

Speed up to get around them more quickly.

Use your horn.

Slow down and be ready to stop if necessary.

Turn around and find another route.

Hint

[ 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.

They warn you to slow down and prepare to stop.

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

[ 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.

[ Parking ]

What does a yellow parking colored curb indicate?

No stopping is allowed at this curb.

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

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

[ Parking ]

Which of the following is an example of illegal parking

At a red curb.

Parking next to a school.

When a peace officer requires you to park off of the freeway.

10.

[ Driver Readiness ]

What should you do to minimise the risk of tiredness? (Select all that apply)

Rest on the hard shoulder of the freeway.

Do not begin a journey if you are already tired.

Eat a heavy meal before the journey.

Plan your journey to take sufficient breaks.

Hint

11.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

What is a blind intersection?

A blind intersection is when there are no stop signs at any corner and you cannot see in either direction for 100 feet.

An area where a railroad crossing intersects with a roadway.

There is no defined definition for a blind intersection.

12.

[ Lane Control ]

Which of the following may apply to you if you drive a low/zero emission vehicle?

You may be exempt from all Department of Motor Vehicles related charges for your vehicle.

You may drive at any speed you wish, regardless of posted signs.

You may be exempt from all toll charges on HOT lanes.

13.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What is the correct interpretation for this pedestrian signal?

This pedestrian signal means to not cross the street.

This pedestrian signal means you are allowed to cross the street.

Neither option is correct.

14.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

If a school bus stops on the other side of a divided highway, what must you do?

You are not required to stop your vehicle.

There is no defined rule for this situation.

Stop your vehicle and wait until the lights are no longer red.

15.

[ Parking ]

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

Leave your parking lights on.

Leave your fog lights on.

Never leave any lights switched on.

Leave your headlights on.

Hint

16.

[ Driver Readiness ]

What should you do to minimise the risk of tiredness? (Select all that apply)

Drink alcohol to boost alertness.

Avoid long journeys during the night when natural alertness is minimum.

Take a break for 15 minutes every 2 hours.

Stop in a safe place if you feel sleepy.

Hint

17.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

Which circumstance is an example of when to use your horn?

On the freeway when changing lanes.

On narrow mountain roads when you can not see 200 feet ahead.

Because you are angry or upset.

18.

[ Lane Control ]

What do solid yellow lines indicate on a roadway?

Indicates that you may pass freely.

Neither option is correct.

The center of a road for two-way traffic.

19.

[ Vehicle Positioning ]

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

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.

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

20.

[ Visual Search ]

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

Open the car doors.

Ask for assistance from a passenger or passer-by.

Open the car windows.

Get out of the car and push it backwards.

Hint

21.

[ Handling Emergencies ]

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

Your speed decreases unexpectedly.

The steering becomes light and unresponsive.

Your speed increases unexpectedly.

The engine becomes louder.

Hint

22.

[ Sharing the Road ]

You are traveling with a motorcycle riding in front of you. Why might they suddenly swerve or move across the traffic lane?

To get a better view of the road ahead.

Motorcycle riders like to show off.

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

To avoid an obstacle, such as a drain cover.

Hint

23.

[ Turns ]

If there is a bike lane in your path when you are making a right turn, how far can you drive in the bike lane?

200 feet.

1 mile.

400 feet.

24.

[ Lane Control ]

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

They should use caution to avoid bicyclists.

Neither options are correct.

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

25.

[ Sharing the Road ]

What does this hazardous load placard mean?

Corrosive

Flammable

Explosives

26.

[ Parking ]

What does a white parking colored curb indicate?

Stop only long enough to pick up/drop off passengers or mail.

No stopping is allowed at this curb.

Park for a limited time as indicated by the sign.

27.

[ Special Driving Situations ]

You are driving your car along a wet road. Spray from the road is limiting your visibility. You should:

Speed up get through the wet area.

Pull over into a service area and wait for the road to dry.

Use dipped headlights.

Use your flashing hazard lights.

Hint

28.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What is this sign indicating?

Directional arrow.

End divided highway.

Lane ending.

29.

[ Vehicle Positioning ]

What is an example of a driver who may present danger to other individuals?

A driver on the freeway travelling at 55 mph.

Drivers who pass you when there is a curve ahead of you.

Neither option is correct.

30.

[ 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 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.

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

31.

[ 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.

32.

[ Traffic Controls ]

In addition to yielding, what must you also do when you come to a YIELD sign?

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

You must let any vehicle, bicyclist, or pedestrian pass before you proceed.

You must stop at the limit line before proceeding.

33.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

You MUST NOT use your vehicle's lights: (Select all that apply)

On full beam setting when there is oncoming traffic.

During the day time.

To flash other drivers if they annoy you.

In a way that dazzles other road users.

Hint

34.

[ Visual Search ]

At intersections what should you do?

Both options are correct.

Look to the right.

Look to the left first

35.

[ Traffic Controls ]

Which of the following is not true regarding a solid green traffic signal?

Give the right-of-way to any vehicle, pedestrian or bicyclist in the intersection.

You are allowed to turn left from a turn right only lane.

Do not enter the intersection if you cannot get completely across traffic before the traffic signal turns red.

36.

[ Special Driving Situations ]

When towing, you should: (Select all that apply)

Ensure heavy and sharp objects are secured safely.

Check your headlights are properly adjusted.

Avoid accelerating or braking too sharply.

Carry as much as you can in your trailer or caravan and not your vehicle.

Hint

37.

[ Lane Control ]

Apart from looking in your mirrors, what should you do before changing lanes?

Change lanes without a signal, as long as you do it slowly to let other drivers know.

Neither option is correct.

Signal which direction you will be moving to.

38.

[ Sharing the Road ]

The car in front of you has three (3) red lights as shown. What do you expect the vehicle to do next?

The vehicle shall move to the left or turn left.

The vehicle is braking.

The vehicle shall move to the right or turn right.

The vehicle is reversing.

Hint

39.

[ Vehicle Positioning ]

What does it mean to "split the difference"?

Neither option is correct.

If there is a danger on both sides of the road at the same time, you split the difference with the driver.

If you do not have enough money for the toll on the HOT, you can split the difference with the toll man.

40.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

Under what circumstances are you allowed to cross a sidewalk with your vehicle?

Only to enter or exit a driveway or alley.

You are allowed to cross a sidewalk with your vehicle for any reason.

You are allowed to cross the sidewalk in the event that you are trying to pass another vehicle.

41.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

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

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.

When another road user annoys you.

Hint

42.

[ 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.

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

Stay in your vehicle and call for help.

43.

[ Handling Emergencies ]

What should you do if you are involved in a collision?

Leave the accident.

Stop and call 9-1-1 if anyone is hurt.

Argue with the other person, regardless of who caused it.

44.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What is this sign indicating?

This sign indicates that a trolley is near by.

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

This sign indicates that a rest area is near by.

45.

[ Visual Search ]

What does it mean to tailgate another vehicle?

To drive too close behind another vehicle.

When you are passing another vehicle at a high rate of speed.

Neither option is correct.

46.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

Which circumstance is an example of when to use your horn?

To alert other drivers that they made a mistake.

To try and get eye contact with other drivers.

If a driver is moving slowly.

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