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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[ Vehicle Positioning ]

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

Half of a city block.

A full city block.

5 seconds

[ Alcohol and Drugs ]

Regardless of age, if you are on probation for DUI, what is the minimum level of BAC before it becomes unlawful to drive?

0.0001

0.0005

0.0008

[ Driver Readiness ]

Which of the following will not prevent drowsy driving?

Taking regular rest stops.

Calling a ride service to take you to your destination.

Rolling down the window.

[ Sharing the Road ]

It is against the law to follow how many feet behind an emergency vehicle while their emergency lights are activated?

300 feet.

500 feet.

1,000 feet.

[ 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.

[ Lane Control ]

What is a separated bikeway?

A route for bicyclists on streets shared with vehicle traffic.

A route that is for the exclusive use of bicyclists.

A lane that provides greater separation from adjacent vehicle traffic.

[ Handling Emergencies ]

What is a possible punishment if you fail to notify the Department of Motor Vehicles in the event that you are in a collision?

Nothing will happen, since nobody was injured.

Your driving privilege will be suspended.

Neither option is correct.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

Which of the following is true regarding blind pedestrians?

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

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

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

[ Parking ]

When parking uphill or downhill, with no curb, what way should you turn your wheels?

Towards the curb.

Away from the curb.

Towards the shoulder of the road.

10.

[ Handling Emergencies ]

Another road user pulls out of a junction into your path. You should:

Flash your headlights at the other road user to get them to accelerate more quickly.

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

Use your horn to let them know you're annoyed.

Slow down and hold back to allow them to get clear.

Hint

11.

[ Parking ]

In the event that you have to stop on a freeway, how should you park?

Both options are correct.

Park in the middle of the lane with your warning lights engaged.

Park completely off of the pavement.

12.

[ Parking ]

What is the penalty for abusing disabled placards?

A misdemeanor charge.

Both options are correct.

A fine of up to $1,000.

13.

[ Turns ]

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

100 feet

500 feet

200 feet

14.

[ 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.

15.

[ 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 windows.

The tires.

The air conditioning.

Hint

16.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

Before beginning a journey, how can you best plan your route?

Use a map or route planner.

Read your local newspaper.

No need to plan, just follow the signs.

Consult with your local fuel station.

Hint

17.

[ Special Driving Situations ]

If you come to a road that has ice, by how much should you reduce your speed?

Reduce your speed by half.

Reduce your speed to a crawl.

Increase your speed, as the faster you go the more traction you make with the ice.

18.

[ Parking ]

Which California penal code prohibits parking in a crosshatched space?

CVC 597.7.

CVC 22507.8

CVC 480.

19.

[ Sharing the Road ]

The rear of the car in front of you has a white light. 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 is reversing.

The vehicle shall move to the right or turn right.

Hint

20.

[ Handling Emergencies ]

Your vehicle accelerates too quickly in wet or icy conditions and begins to skid. How should you recover control of the vehicle?

Increase acceleration to speed up out of the skid.

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

Release the accelerator. Steer into the skid.

Speed up whilst steering away from the skid.

Hint

21.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What is this sign indicating?

No U-turns allowed.

No right turn.

No left turn.

22.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What is the correct interpretation of this sign?

This sign means to stop and help someone cross the road.

Allow any elderly people, or other pedestrians to cross before proceeding.

There is a school ahead, and you must let the children pass before proceeding.

23.

[ Parking ]

What should you do before backing up to parallel park?

Check your mirrors.

Both options are correct.

Lift your foot off of the brake.

24.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

A driver is moving slowly, and you want them to go faster. Should you honk your horn at them?

No, as the driver may not be able to go any faster due to one reason or another

Yes, as you are in a hurry and you need to get to your destination.

Yes, as you want them to get out of the way.

25.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

What is the speed limit when you are in a business district?

55 mph, unless otherwise posted.

25 mph, unless otherwise posted.

35 mph, unless otherwise posted.

26.

[ Special Driving Situations ]

When towing, if your caravan or trailer begins to swerve or snake you should:

Stay at a constant speed until the problem resolves itself.

Speed up to regain control.

Turn the steering wheel to follow the trailer or caravan.

Ease off the accelerator and reduce speed gently to regain control.

27.

[ Sharing the Road ]

What does this hazardous load placard mean?

Explosives

Flammable

Corrosive

28.

[ Parking ]

How long until your vehicle may be removed if it is stopped on the freeway?

4 hours.

24 hours.

1 hour.

29.

[ Sharing the Road ]

Which of these light signals implies the motorcycle is slowing down and maybe about to stop?

Hint

30.

[ Parking ]

What does a green parking colored curb indicate?

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.

No stopping is allowed at this curb.

31.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

If two vehicles meet on a steep road where neither car can pass, who has the right-of-way?

Neither vehicle has the right-of-way. Both vehicles are responsible for determining who may go.

The vehicle going downhill.

The vehicle going uphill.

32.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

Which steering method is recommended when backing up?

Hand-over-hand steering.

One hand steering.

Hand-to-Hand steering

33.

[ Visual Search ]

In this image, what does the yellow area visualize?

What is ahead.

What is at your side.

Blind spots.

34.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What is the correct interpretation of this traffic signal?

To yield to any pedestrians before continuing on.

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

To stop your vehicle entirely and to not continue forward.

35.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

When may you flash your headlights at another road user?

To alert other road users of your presence.

To warn oncoming drivers of a hidden police patrol.

To signal another stationary road user that they can proceed.

When another road user annoys you.

Hint

36.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

What direction does traffic travel on a roundabout?

Clockwise

Straight.

Counter-clockwise

37.

[ 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?

400 feet.

1 mile.

200 feet.

38.

[ Occupant Protection ]

Pregnant women should do the following regarding a lap belt seatbelt?

The lap belt should be worn as low as possible under the abdomen.

The lap belt is optional because of pregnancy.

The lap belt must be worn with as little slack as possible for comfort.

39.

[ 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.

40.

[ Turns ]

Which of the following is true regarding a public transit bus lane?

Neither option is correct.

You may drive in this lane for a maximum of one mile or ten minutes, whichever is greater.

You may cross this lane in the event that you are making a turn.

41.

[ Sharing the Road ]

What is required to operate a LSV or NEV?

A valid driver's license.

A valid learner's permit.

No form of identification is needed to operate these vehicles.

42.

[ Visual Search ]

Why can backing up your vehicle be dangerous?

Neither option is correct.

Backing your vehicle up is not dangerous in any circumstance.

Backing your vehicle can be dangerous because you may not see behind your vehicle.

43.

[ Additional Driving Laws / Rules ]

If you are under the age of 18, and you are driving, what is required of your parents?

Your parents are not required to assume financial responsibility of your driving, as they are not the one driving the vehicle.

Your parents must assume all financial responsibility for your driving.

Your parents are not required to do anything.

44.

[ Visual Search ]

What does it mean to tailgate another vehicle?

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

Neither option is correct.

To drive too close behind another vehicle.

45.

[ Traffic Controls ]

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

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

You must turn in the direction the arrow is pointing.

46.

[ Lane Control ]

What is the correct interpretation of this diagram?

No passing if the solid yellow line is on your side.

Broken yellow line indicates that you may pass if it can be done so safely.

Double solid lines indicates that you may not pass.

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