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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Traffic Controls

What is this sign indicating?

Curve.

T Intersection.

Slippery when wet.

Laws and Rules of the Road

Regardless of the posted speed limit, what should your speed also depend on?

Bicyclists or pedestrians crossing the road way.

Both options are correct.

The number and speed of other vehicles on the road.

Sharing the Road

Whilst traveling at night, another vehicle is overtaking you. You should:

Dip your headlights to avoid dazzling other road users.

Switch on your hazard warning lights.

Speed up to prevent the overtaking.

Flash your lights at the other driver.

Traffic Controls

When coming to a stop sign, where must you fully stop your vehicle at?

You must stop at the white limit line.

You must stop after the stop sign.

You may choose where you are allowed to stop, as long as you make a full stop.

Sharing the Road

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

Visual Search

Even though signal lights are generally followed, what else should you do?

Always look left, right, and ahead for approaching traffic before continuing.

Neither option is correct.

Follow the traffic lights at all times as they are always followed by other vehicles.

Lane Control

Which lane is generally the smoothest to drive in?

The right most lane

The left most lane

The middle lane

Handling Emergencies

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

Keep your eyes on the road.

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

Try to drive the car safely off the road.

Lane Control

Which direction should you pass traffic?

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

You must pass traffic on the left hand side.

You must pass traffic on the right hand side.

10.

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

What should you do if you purchase a vehicle from another state?

Ensure that it meets California's smog laws.

Ensure that it drives properly.

Neither option is correct.

11.

Sharing the Road

Which of the following is a way for a motorcyclist to increase their chances of being seen by other drivers?

Using high beam headlights during daylight hours.

Both options are correct.

Wearing a bright colored jacket.

12.

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.

13.

Safe Driving Practices

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

Both

Always signal.

Always decrease speed.

14.

Occupant Protection

At what age is it considered lawful to allow a child in a car without someone 12 years or older present?

10 years old.

7 years old.

6 years old.

15.

Vehicle Positioning

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

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.

Cross them one at a time until each lane is clear.

16.

Parking

What should you do before backing up to parallel park?

Check your mirrors.

Lift your foot off of the brake.

Both options are correct.

17.

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.

18.

Handling Emergencies

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

Both options are correct.

Safely pull to the right shoulder.

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

19.

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.

20.

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.

Neither option is correct.

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

21.

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 avoid an uneven road surface or an icy patch.

Motorcycle riders like to show off.

To get a better view of the road ahead.

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

22.

Laws and Rules of the Road

What is the maximum speed limit on a two lane undivided highway?

35 mph.

55 mph.

65 mph.

23.

Traffic Controls

What is the correct interpretation for this flashing traffic signal?

Stop and proceed when it is safe to do so.

Proceed with a high rate of speed.

Stop and go back.

24.

Sharing the Road

It is particularly important to be aware of: (Select all that apply)

Disabled people.

Older drivers.

Truck drivers.

Fields filled with animals.

25.

Traffic Controls

What is this sign indicating?

Two way traffic.

Sharp turn.

Slippery when wet.

26.

Occupant Protection

A child is sitting in the front seat with a rear facing child passenger restraint system. Is it lawful for the driver to allow this?

Neither option is correct.

Yes, as long as the child is properly restrained in the passenger seat.

No, this is not lawful. The child must be in the backseat if they are restrained in a rear facing child seat.

27.

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 pedestrians.

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

28.

Sharing the Road

In windy weather, a high-sided vehicle in front is overtaking a cyclist. What should you do?

Use your horn.

Keep well back to allow the cyclist room to manoeuvre.

Overtake the cyclist as quickly as possible.

Keep as close to the vehicle in front as possible.

29.

Turns

How do you know what lane is designated as a public transit bus lane?

It is common knowledge to know what is designated as such.

Signs will be posted that designate it.

There are no specified public transit bus lanes in the state of California.

30.

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?

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.

Neither option is correct.

31.

Special Driving Situations

If you drive through deep water, why might your brakes become less effective?

They may be wet which reduces their friction.

Your attention is distracted by water on the windscreen.

A fish may be stuck on your wheel.

You drive more quickly when coming out of the water.

32.

Safe Driving Practices

Why is it dangerous to use your fog lights when traveling in clear weather?

They will reduce your concentration.

Your fog lights may dazzle other drivers.

Other drivers may mistake them for your brake lights.

Other drivers may think there is fog ahead.

33.

Special Driving Situations

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

Use your flashing hazard lights.

Use dipped headlights.

Speed up get through the wet area.

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

34.

Sharing the Road

What is a LSV?

A neighborhood electric vehicle.

A type of public transit.

A low-speed vehicle.

35.

Laws and Rules of the Road

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

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

Only to enter or exit a driveway or alley.

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

36.

Lane Control

What lane number is considered the fast lane?

Number 3

Number 2

Number 1

37.

Driver Readiness

How frequently is it recommended to have your vision checked?

Biennially

Both options are correct.

Annually

38.

Alcohol and Drugs

If you are driving a vehicle that requires a CDL, what is the minimum level of BAC before it becomes unlawful to drive?

0.0005

0.0004

0.0001

39.

Occupant Protection

Why must a rear-facing baby seat not be placed in the front seat of a car with an active frontal airbag?

The driver airbag will not deploy in an accident.

All airbags will become disabled.

An active passenger airbag can cause injury or death to the child.

It will increase the risk of collisions.

40.

Visual Search

What should you do before changing lanes?

Increase speed and change lanes.

Look into your rearview mirror for nearby vehicles.

Increase speed and give a signal before changing lanes.

41.

Parking

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

Neither option is correct.

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

Using a placard after it has been reporting that it has been lost or stolen.

42.

Turns

To make a left turn, what should you drive close to?

Both options are correct.

the left turn lane.

Drive close to the center divider line.

43.

Handling Emergencies

Who can you call for free assistance in the event that your car becomes disabled on the freeway?

Freeway Service Patrol.

Department of Motor Vehicles.

California Highway Patrol.

44.

Laws and Rules of the Road

What is the correct definition of an intersection?

An intersection is the part of the roadway set aside for pedestrian traffic.

An intersection is any place where one line of roadway meets another roadway.

Neither option is correct.

45.

Special Driving Situations

Which of the following is a way to reduce the hazard associated with high winds while driving?

Both options are correct.

Reducing your speed.

Being proactive.

46.

Occupant Protection

Pregnant women should do the following regarding a harness style seatbelt?

The harness should be worn across the breasts and over the abdomen's bulge.

No harness should be worn because it can cause greater injury.

The harness should be placed between the breasts and to the side of the abdomen's bulge.

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