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.

Ready? Click 'Next' to begin.

[ Occupant Protection ]

A driver begins to eat something that they just bought a restaurant. Is this a distraction?

No, the driver purchased the items and has the right to eat it before it gets cold.

Yes, as the driver can become distracted while eating.

No, as long as the driver is keeping their eyes on the road, it is not a distraction.,

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

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

The mechanical responsible for maintenance.

The driver or rider of the vehicle.

The vehicle manufacturer.

The owner of the vehicle.

Hint

[ Special Driving Situations ]

What should you do in the event that you begin to hydroplane?

Slow down gradually, and do not apply your brakes

Slow down suddenly by applying your brakes.

Slam down on your brakes to try and come to a complete stop.

[ 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.

[ Lane Control ]

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

Signal and change lanes without any other precautionary measures.

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

Check for vehicles that may or may not be in your blind spot.

[ Turns ]

Which of the following is correct when making a left turn?

Look over your left shoulder and reduce your speed.

Increase your speed and quickly make the turn.

Decrease your speed and make the turn as quickly as possible.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

When traveling behind another vehicle in fast moving traffic, what is a good rule-of-thumb for measuring a safe distance to the vehicle in front?

Always make sure you cannot read the license plate of the vehicle in front.

You can fit at least 2 other cars in the gap between you.

Leave at least a 2 second gap between you and the vehicle in front.

Always make sure you can read the license plate of the vehicle in front.

Hint

[ Traffic Controls ]

This type of sign is often paired with which of the following signs?

A traffic light.

A yield sign.

A railroad crossing sign.

[ Special Driving Situations ]

If you come to a road that is packed with snow, by how much should you reduce your speed?

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

Reduce your speed by half.

Come to a complete stop and call for help.

10.

[ Additional Driving Laws / Rules ]

If you sell or transfer a vehicle in the state of California, how long do you have to report it to the Department of Motor Vehicles.

90 days.

30 days.

5 days.

11.

[ Special Driving Situations ]

Why are vehicles fitted with front fog lights?

In case your headlights are broken.

For learner drivers on the freeway.

In case your vehicle breaks down.

To improve your visbility ahead.

Hint

12.

[ Driver Readiness ]

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

Do not begin a journey if you are already tired.

Plan your journey to take sufficient breaks.

Rest on the hard shoulder of the freeway.

Eat a heavy meal before the journey.

Hint

13.

[ Parking ]

What is parallel parking?

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.

A driving technique that allows you to park parallel to the road in line with other vehicles.

14.

[ Sharing the Road ]

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

Use your horn.

Speed up to get around them more quickly.

Turn around and find another route.

Slow down and be ready to stop if necessary.

Hint

15.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What is this sign indicating?

There is a stop sign ahead.

Directional arrow.

Be prepared to yield ahead.

16.

[ Lane Control ]

When driving on a freeway with multiple lanes, what should you not do?

Weave in and out of traffic.

Stay in the same lane as much as possible.

Follow the posted speed.

17.

[ Sharing the Road ]

What is this diagram representing?

An emergency vehicle.

A slow moving vehicle.

A light-rail vehicle.

18.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

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

Before the crosswalk.

Both options are correct.

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

19.

[ Special Driving Situations ]

A typical stopping distance of a vehicle in wet weather is approximately __________ the normal distance of a vehicle in dry weather.

Triple

The same as

Half

Double

Hint

20.

[ Traffic Controls ]

Which of the following is NOT true regarding a flashing yellow traffic signal?

You may proceed like normal, as a flashing yellow traffic signal is a suggestion only.

Proceed with caution.

Yield to any pedestrians, bicycles, or other vehicle in the intersection.

21.

[ Alcohol and Drugs ]

What is an IID?

An ignition interlock device.

A type of headlight that allows you to see better at night.

A form of license plate that is optional for your vehicle.

22.

[ Occupant Protection ]

Apart from the required age, what is the other exception for having a rear-facing child passenger restraint system?

The child is 40 pounds or more.

The child is 20 pounds or more.

The child is 30 pounds or more, and is 3 feet 2 inches taller.

23.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

Unregistered and untaxed vehicles can only be used:

Between 10pm and 6am.

On quiet roads with little traffic.

When the vehicle is off-road on private land and NEVER uses a public road.

When the driver or rider has an appropriate license.

Hint

24.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What does a white rectangular sign normally indicate?

There are no white rectangular signs in the state of California.

That you must consider following these rules, as they are entirely optional.

That you must obey important rules.

25.

[ Handling Emergencies ]

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

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

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

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

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

Hint

26.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

What is the speed limit in any alley in the state of California?

15 mph

25 mph

55 mph

27.

[ Occupant Protection ]

Until what age is a rear-facing child passenger restraint system required?

3 years old.

2 years old.

4 years old.

28.

[ 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.

29.

[ Sharing the Road ]

Which of these are hazards you should be aware of on residential streets? (Select all that apply)

Children running out from behind parked cars.

Car doors opening.

Pedestrians.

Vehicles moving off.

Hint

30.

[ Additional Driving Laws / Rules ]

What is the fee you may be required to pay to the Department of Motor Vehicles in the event that you driver's license is suspended?

200

31.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

What is this diagram representing?

The driver is waving at oncoming traffic.

The driver is indicating that they are turning right.

The driver is indicating that they are turning left.

32.

[ Lane Control ]

What do double white lines indicate on a roadway?

They indicate a lane barrier between regular use and a preferential use lane.

They mark traffic lanes going in the same direction.

They separate traffic lanes on roads with two or more lanes in the same direction.

33.

[ Turns ]

On a divided highway, when can you make a legal U-turn?

Neither option is correct.

Only if an opening is provided in the center divider.

An opening that is typically used for first responder use.

34.

[ Traffic Controls ]

The driver must increase their speed.

Oncoming traffic is stopped and they may turn left.

The signal is about to turn to a red traffic light.

35.

[ Parking ]

When parking uphill, what way should you turn your wheels?

Towards the curb.

Away from the curb.

Towards the shoulder of the road.

36.

[ Occupant Protection ]

Which of the following are true regarding children under the age of 8, and are also less than 4 feet 9 inches tall?

They do not require a child passenger restraint system.

They are not required to wear seatbelts due to their age and height.

They must be properly secured in a federally-approved child passenger restraint system.

37.

[ Traffic Controls ]

Which of the following is allowed when you are at a red stop light?

You may ignore the red stop light and continue on.

You may make a right turn while yielding to all pedestrians vehicles.

You may continue forward, or make a left turn, whenever you decide.

38.

[ Sharing the Road ]

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

Wait until it is safe to overtake.

Keep your distance from the horses.

Overtake slowly.

Use your horn.

Hint

39.

[ Occupant Protection ]

Which of the following is a type of cognitive distraction?

Paying full attention to the road.

Reaching down to pick up an object that fell onto the floor board.

Mind off of the road.

40.

[ Sharing the Road ]

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

Older drivers.

Fields filled with animals.

Truck drivers.

Disabled people.

Hint

41.

[ 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?

Neither option is correct.

Nothing will happen, since nobody was injured.

Your driving privilege will be suspended.

42.

[ Vehicle Positioning ]

What should you do when entering the freeway?

Enter the freeway at or near the speed of traffic.

Decrease your speed below the speed of traffic.

Increase your speed so you can overtake the vehicle closest to you.,

43.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

You MUST NOT reverse your vehicle:

Into a side road.

Further than is necessary.

Without using your horn to warn other road users.

Without someone to act as a guide.

Hint

44.

[ Alcohol and Drugs ]

If you are convicted of a DUI for the second time, how many years will your license be suspended for?

2 years.

1 year.

5 years.

45.

[ Turns ]

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

On a one-way street

If there are no vehicles approaching you within 200 feet.

When other vehicles may hit you.

46.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What other information may be included on this sign?

This sign may be show with or without words.

No other information is ever included with this sign.

This sign may appear in different colors to indicate the severity of the action.

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