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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1. Which of the following is true when passing vehicles at crossroads and railroad crossings?

It is dangerous to pass vehicles at these points.

It is not dangerous to pass other vehicles at these points.

It is not dangerous to pass vehicles at these points as long as you use caution.

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

Speed up whilst steering away from the skid.

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

Increase acceleration to speed up out of the skid.

Release the accelerator. Steer into the skid.

Hint

3. What can fatigue or drowsiness affect?

The speed of your vehicle.

Neither option is correct.

Your vision.

4. Before setting off on a journey, you should ensure that: (Select all that apply)

Your mobile phone can be easily reached in case you receive a call.

You are wearing baggy clothes.

You know all the controls in your vehicle and how to use them.

Your mirrors and seat are adjusted correctly.

Hint

5. Which California penal code prohibits following an emergency vehicle, with a siren activated?

CVC 21706

CVC 480.

CVC 22511.

6. How much distance should you include from your vehicle to the crosswalk when stopping?

5 feet.

1 foot.

10 feet.

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

4 hours.

1 hour.

24 hours.

8. When you approach a junction, you see a long vehicle in front of you is signalling to turn right, but is positioned on the left. What should you do?

Stay back and allow the long vehicle to finish its manoeuvre.

Overtake the long vehicle on the left.

Overtake the long vehicle on the right.

Use your horn to warn the other driver.

Hint

9. What is the correct definition of a pedestrian?

A pedestrian is a person on foot who uses a conveyance.

There is no definition for a pedestrian in the state of California.

Any individual using a vehicle to travel.

10. What should you do if you are driving and there is heavy fog or smoke?

The best advice is to not travel in those conditions.

Both options are correct.

Increase your following distance to other vehicles.

11. You are stopped by a police offer, and you have hidden an open container of alcohol in your glove compartment. Is this allowed?

Yes, as this is in a secured area and does not violate the law.

Yes, as you are not actively drinking the open container.

No, as it is prohibited by law to have an open container of alcohol in the glove compartment of your vehicle.

12. You are about to overtake a cyclist in windy weather. Why should you leave extra room as you overtake?

To avoid dazzling them with your lights.

In case a gust of wind pushes them across the lane.

To stop the wind blowing your exhaust fumes towards them.

To reduce fuel consumption.

Hint

13. What is the consequence if your BAC is 0.08% or higher?

Neither option is correct, as the BAC is not a reliable way to determine how much you have had to drink.

The officer may let you go, as long as you promise to drive straight home at a reduced speed.

The officer may arrest you.

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

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

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

Signs will be posted that designate it.

15. Why is it encouraged for a driver to not pass another vehicle that is stopped at a crosswalk?

You are allowed to pass another vehicle stopped at a crosswalk.

A pedestrian may be in front of the vehicle in a position where you cannot see them.

Neither option is correct.

16. What are turnout areas?

Neither option is correct.

Designated areas that allow other cars behind you to pass.

Special areas where you are allowed to make U-Turns.

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

the left turn lane.

Both options are correct.

Drive close to the center divider line.

18. What is the correct course of action when you are behind a driver who may be dangerous to others?

Neither option is correct.

Tailgate the driver.

Increase your following distance.

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

Come to a complete stop and call for help.

Reduce your speed by half.

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

20. What must you do in the event you are in possession of a deceased individual's disabled placard?

Return it to a Department of Motor Vehicles field office.

Keep it for yourself as ownership transfers to you upon their death.

Neither option is correct.

21. Which California penal code prohibits parking in a crosshatched space?

CVC 597.7.

CVC 480.

CVC 22507.8

22. If there is a stop line before the crosswalk, where must you stop?

Neither option is correct.

The stop line must be obeyed first.

Ignore the stop line and stop before the crosswalk.

23. What is this sign indicating?

Curve.

Directional arrow.

Winding road.

24. What is the purpose of an IID?

To prevent you from starting your vehicle if there is alcohol on your breath.

A device designed purely to make driving more difficult.

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

25. Some of the most vulnerable road users are: (Select all that apply)

Car drivers.

Pedestrians.

Truck drivers.

Motorcycle riders.

Hint

26. If you are approaching a stop sign, you must do which of the following?

Stop at the broken white line.

Stop at the yellow line.

Stop at the solid white line.

27. What should you not do when being pulled over by law enforcement?

Refusal to roll down your window, or have your hands in open view.

Both options are correct.

Begin moving around in your vehicle suddenly.

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

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

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.

29. Which of the following is an example of an illegal U-turn?

Both options are correct.

On a roadway with two sets of double yellow lines.

In business districts.

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

Always signal.

Both

Always decrease speed.

31. If you come to a wet road, by how much should you reduce your speed?

1 to 5 mph slower.

5 to 10 mph slower.

Do not adjust your speed at all, as you do not want to risk hydroplaning.

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

Overtake slowly.

Wait until it is safe to overtake.

Keep your distance from the horses.

Use your horn.

Hint

33. What is the correct interpretation for this pedestrian signal?

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

Neither option is correct.

This pedestrian signal means to not cross the street.

34. In unmarked crosswalks, who has the right-of-way?

Vehicles.

Pedestrians.

Bicyclists.

35. What California penal code prohibits an individual from obstructing or interfering with a funeral procession?

CVC 480.

CVC 2852

CVC 2817.

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

If a driver is moving slowly.

To try and get eye contact with other drivers.

To alert other drivers that they made a mistake.

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

A yield sign.

A traffic light.

A railroad crossing sign.

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

Both options are correct.

Using high beam headlights during daylight hours.

Wearing a bright colored jacket.

39. You are traveling slowly behind a cyclist in front of you. Why might they suddenly swerve or move across the traffic lane?

Cyclists like to show off.

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

To avoid an uneven road surface or an icy patch.

To get a better view of the road ahead.

Hint

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

Double

The same as

Half

Triple

Hint

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

Both of these options are correct.

Following too closely or tailgating.

Lingering alongside a truck when they are passing.

42. Where is it acceptable to park and leave your vehicle? (Select all that apply)

In off-street parking areas.

On-street areas marked out by yellow zig zag lines along the road.

On-street areas marked out by double yellow lines.

On-street parking bays marked out by white lines.

Hint

43. What does a white parking colored curb indicate?

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

Park for a limited time as indicated by the sign.

No stopping is allowed at this curb.

44. What is the correct interpretation of this sign?

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

You must stop at the limit line before proceeding.

You must slow down and be ready to stop.

45. Which of the following will not prevent drowsy driving?

Calling a ride service to take you to your destination.

Taking regular rest stops.

Rolling down the window.

46. What is a HOV lane?

HOV lanes are not present in the state of California.

HOV lanes are used for emergency vehicles only.

A special lane used only for carpools, buses, motorcycles, or decaled low-emission vehicles.

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