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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[ Parking ]

Which of the following is an example of disabled placard abuse?

Loaning your placard to friends or family.

Using a placard issued to you by the Department of Motor Vehicles.

Both options are correct.

[ Sharing the Road ]

The motorcycle in front of you has a flashing amber light as shown. What do you expect the vehicle to do next?

The vehicle is reversing.

The vehicle is braking.

The vehicle shall move to the left or turn left.

The vehicle shall move to the right or turn right.

Hint

[ Alcohol and Drugs ]

If you are over the age of 21, what is the minimum level of BAC before it becomes unlawful to drive?

0.0005

0.0001

0.0008

[ 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.

[ Parking ]

How much space should you leave between your vehicle and the vehicle in front of you when you parallel park?

5 feet.

1 foot.

2 feet.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

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

Because you are angry or upset.

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

On the freeway when changing lanes.

[ Sharing the Road ]

Which of these light signals implies the car is reversing or will reverse?

Hint

[ Sharing the Road ]

Single-track roads are only wide enough for one vehicle. If you see an oncoming vehicle, you should:

Keep going if traveling down hill as you have right of way.

Attempt to squeeze by the other vehicle.

Pull into a passing place on your left or wait by a passing place on your right. If necessary, reverse to the nearest place.

Stop your vehicle and expect the other driver to reverse out of the way.

Hint

[ Special Driving Situations ]

Why are vehicles fitted with rear fog lights?

For learner drivers on the freeway.

In case your vehicle breaks down.

To allow other vehicles to see you in fog.

In case your brake lights don't work.

Hint

10.

[ Vehicle Positioning ]

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

Drivers who cannot see other drivers because their view is blocked.

Both options are correct.

Drivers backing out of driveways or parking space.

11.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

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

Proceed like normal.

Yield to traffic and any pedestrians.

No specific rules are defined for T intersections.

12.

[ Driver Readiness ]

Which of the following will prevent drowsy driving?

Turning on the air conditioning.

Calling a ride service to take you to your destination.

Rolling down the window.

13.

[ Turns ]

Why should you keep your wheels pointed straight until you start your turn?

In the event you are hit from behind, you will not be pushed into oncoming traffic.

It reduces the risk of a vehicle accident.

It reduces the stress on your wheels.

14.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

What is the correct definition for California's Basic Speed Law?

The Basic Speed Law means that you may drive at whatever speed you feel comfortable with.

The Basic Speed Law means that you may never drive faster than is safe for current conditions.

The Basic Speed Law does not exist in the state of California.

15.

[ Sharing the Road ]

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

Lingering alongside a truck when they are passing.

Both of these options are correct.

Following too closely or tailgating.

16.

[ Parking ]

When you back up to parallel park, at what degree angle should you back up at?

Approximately 45 degrees.

Approximately 75 degrees.

Approximately 20 degrees.

17.

[ 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 avoid dazzling them with your lights.

To stop the wind blowing your exhaust fumes towards them.

Hint

18.

[ Handling Emergencies ]

You are traveling along a wet road. How can you tell if your tires are no longer gripping the road?

The steering becomes light and unresponsive.

Your speed increases unexpectedly.

The engine becomes louder.

Your speed decreases unexpectedly.

Hint

19.

[ Handling Emergencies ]

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

Release the brakes. Steer into the skid.

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

Speed up whilst steering away from the skid.

Increase acceleration to speed up out of the skid.

Hint

20.

[ 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 get a better view of the road ahead.

Cyclists like to show off.

To avoid an uneven road surface or an icy patch.

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

Hint

21.

[ Lane Control ]

What lane number is considered the fast lane?

Number 3

Number 2

Number 1

22.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

What should you do in the event that it is too bright for your signal lights to be seen easily?

Use hand-and-arm positions to indicate what you are doing.

Neither option is correct.

Slow down and proceed with caution.

23.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What is this sign indicating?

Added lane.

Curve

Merging traffic.

24.

[ Special Driving Situations ]

After how many miles should you rotate your tires?

Every 1,000 - 2,000 miles.

Every 3,000 to 5,000 miles.

Every 6,000 to 7,000 miles.

25.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

What should you do when changing lanes, slowing down, stopping, or turning?

Always decrease speed.

Both

Always signal.

26.

[ Special Driving Situations ]

Accelerating very quickly on a wet or icy road may cause:

Better steering control.

Improved wheel grip.

The vehicle to skid and lose control.

The vehicle to speed up normally.

Hint

27.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

If your vehicle is low on fuel, you should:

Keep driving until you almost run out. Cars are more efficient with less fuel in the tank.

Stop at the nearest service station to refuel as soon as possible.

Speed up to consume more fuel.

Begin a freeway journey.

Hint

28.

[ Handling Emergencies ]

According to the California Highway Patrol, what should you do if your vehicle becomes disabled on the freeway?

Stay inside your vehicle with the seat belt on until help arrives.

Safely pull to the right shoulder.

Both options are correct.

29.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

On a school bus, what does the yellow flashing lights mean?

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

They warn you to slow down and prepare to stop.

They are there to indicate that they are a school bus.

30.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

What can cause a vehicle to skid? (Select all that apply)

Braking quickly.

Accelerating quickly.

Steering harshly.

Driving slowly and carefully.

Hint

31.

[ Parking ]

Which California penal code prohibits parking in a crosshatched space?

CVC 480.

CVC 597.7.

CVC 22507.8

32.

[ Parking ]

What does a yellow parking colored curb indicate?

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

No stopping is allowed at this curb.

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

33.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What is this sign indicating?

That two way traffic is now allowed on this road.

Neither option is correct.

That two way traffic is going to be head.

34.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

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

Using your mirrors to check for other vehicles and hazards.

Trying to read a map.

Switching on your headlights.

Eating and drinking.

Hint

35.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What is the correct course of action if you see a sign that states "Wrong Way"?

Back out or turn around and return to the correct side of the road.

Slow down and be ready to stop.

This sign indicates that danger is ahead.

36.

[ Lane Control ]

What is bicycle boulevard?

Neither option is correct.

A designated route for bicyclists on streets shared with vehicle traffic that prioritize bicycle travel.

A lane that provides greater separation from adjacent vehicle traffic.

37.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

General crosswalks are normally marked with what color lines?

Yellow lines.

White lines.

Black lines.

38.

[ Driver Readiness ]

Which of the following is correct regarding emotions and driving?

Your emotions have no relation to how well you drive.

Neither option is correct.

Emotions can affect the way that you drive.

39.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

Which steering method is recommended when turning at low speeds?

Hand-over-hand steering.

Hand-to-Hand steering

One hand steering

40.

[ Occupant Protection ]

What is the correct way to wear a shoulder harness style seatbelt?

Worn across the abdomen with minimal slack.

Worn across the chest with minimal slack.

Worn across the chest with as much slack as possible.

41.

[ Handling Emergencies ]

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

Brake hard immediately.

Increase speed.

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

Release the accelerator to gradually slow down.

Hint

42.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What does this sign mean?

Yield to other traffic.

Pedestrian zone ahead.

Stop at the junction.

No entry to all traffic.

Hint

43.

[ Lane Control ]

What is the correct interpretation of this diagram?

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

Double solid lines indicates that you may not pass.

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

44.

[ Special Driving Situations ]

Braking harshly on a wet or icy road may cause:

The vehicle to slow down normally.

Improved wheel grip.

Better steering control.

The vehicle to skid and lose control.

Hint

45.

[ 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.

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

Be especially aware and use extreme caution.

46.

[ Handling Emergencies ]

You are traveling along a wet road in a vehicle without anti-lock brakes. You apply the brakes and your vehicle begins to skid. What should you do?

Let go of the steering.

Release the brakes.

Increase speed.

Brake hard immediately.

Hint

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