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.
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[ Turns ]

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

500 feet

200 feet

100 feet

[ Additional Driving Laws / Rules ]

If an individual is convicted of engaging in a speed contest that results in bodily injury to another person, what is the consequence?

Both options are correct.

A fine.

Imprisonment.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

While pedestrians have the right-of-way, what is also required of them?

Pedestrians have their own set of rules that they must abide to since they are not in a vehicle.

Pedestrians are not required to abide by the rules of the road.

Pedestrians must abide by the rules of the road.

[ Turns ]

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

Drive close to the center divider line.

Both options are correct.

the left turn lane.

[ Traffic Controls ]

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

Oncoming traffic is stopped and they may turn left.

The driver must increase their speed.

[ Traffic Controls ]

When coming to a stop sign, if there is no limit line or cross walk present, where must you stop your vehicle?

You must stop before entering the intersection.

You must stop after the stop sign.

Anywhere, as it doesn't matter.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What is this sign indicating?

End divided highway

Divided highway.

Crossroad.

[ Special Driving Situations ]

Why MUST you switch off your fog lights when visibility improves?

They drain your vehicle's battery.

They confused other drivers.

It reduces control of your vehicle.

They are bright and dazzle other road users.

Hint

[ Visual Search ]

To avoid last minute moves or corrections, how far ahead should you scan?

10 - 15 seconds.

Do not scan as this can distract you from driving.

0 - 5 seconds.

10.

[ Handling Emergencies ]

If you are involved in an accident where no one was injured, how long do you have to notify the Department of Motor Vehicles?

10 days.

90 days.

30 days.

11.

[ Lane Control ]

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?

Overtake the long vehicle on the left.

Use your horn to warn the other driver.

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

Overtake the long vehicle on the right.

Hint

12.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What is this sign indicating?

Crossroad.

Yield ahead.

Two way traffic.

13.

[ Vehicle Positioning ]

You are traveling in fog behind another vehicle. What should you do to reduce the chances of an accident?

Use your high-beam headlights.

Keep close to the vehicle in front.

Keep a safer distance from the vehicle in front.

Use your flashing hazard lights.

Hint

14.

[ Special Driving Situations ]

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

Being proactive.

Both options are correct.

Reducing your speed.

15.

[ Lane Control ]

What do broken white lines indicate on a roadway?

They mark traffic lanes going in the same direction.

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

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

16.

[ Special Driving Situations ]

If you are using a penny to check the tread on your tires, what is the indicator that you need to change your tires?

If you can see the top of Abraham Lincoln's head.

Neither option is correct, as a penny is an unreliable way to check the tread on your tires.

If you can only see Abraham Lincoln's neck.

17.

[ Occupant Protection ]

What is the correct way to wear a lap belt seatbelt?

The lap belt should not be worn at all since it can cause greater injury in the case of a vehicle accident.

The lap belt should be snug and lies low across your hips.

The lap belt should lie across your hips with as much slack as possible for comfort.

18.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

In which situation should you signal your turn?

Neither option is correct.

Before pulling next to the curb or away from the curb.

When you are stopping your vehicle.

19.

[ Traffic Controls ]

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.

20.

[ Alcohol and Drugs ]

If you are under the age of 21, and you are caught with an alcohol beverage in your vehicle, how long can you vehicle be impounded for?

7 days.

30 days.

21 days.

21.

[ Parking ]

Where is it NOT acceptable to park and leave your vehicle? (Select all that apply)

On-street parking bays marked out by white lines.

In off-street parking areas.

On-street areas marked out by double yellow lines.

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

Hint

22.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

When you are signalling before making a manoeuvre, you should always:

Begin your manoeuvre immediately as you have right of way.

Watch out for signals given by other road users and proceed only when you are satisfied that it is safe.

Keep signalling for about a minute before you manoeuvre as a warning.

Use your hazard lights to alert other road users.

Hint

23.

[ Occupant Protection ]

Why is it unlawful to leave a child or animal in an unattended car?

The car can rise to high temperatures quickly.

It is not unlawful to leave a child or animal unattended in a vehicle.

Neither option is correct.

24.

[ Visual Search ]

In this image, what does the green area visualize?

What is ahead.

What is behind you.

Blind spots.

25.

[ Lane Control ]

What is a buffered bike lane?

Neither option is correct.

A route for bicyclists on streets that are shared with vehicle traffic.

A lane that provides greater separation from adjacent vehicle traffic.

26.

[ Sharing the Road ]

You are about to overtake a person riding a mobility scooter in windy weather. What should you do as you overtake?

Keep as close as possible to them.

Allow plenty of space.

Use your horn.

Use a higher gear whilst overtaking.

Hint

27.

[ Turns ]

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

200 feet

100 feet

500 feet

28.

[ Special Driving Situations ]

When driving on snow, you should:

Rev the engine higher.

Use the lowest possible gear for your speed.

Drive as quickly as possible.

Use the highest possible gear for your speed.

Hint

29.

[ Special Driving Situations ]

Coasting is a term used to describe a vehicle traveling in neutral or with the clutch on. How does this affect your control of the vehicle? (Select all that apply)

Steering control will improve.

Steering response may be reduced.

Vehicle speed will reduce going downhill.

Vehicle speed will increase going downhill.

Hint

30.

[ Sharing the Road ]

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

Motorcycle riders.

Pedestrians.

Car drivers.

Truck drivers.

Hint

31.

[ Special Driving Situations ]

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

Ten times (10x)

Five times (5x)

The same as

Triple

Hint

32.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

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

Your mirrors and seat are adjusted correctly.

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

You are wearing baggy clothes.

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

Hint

33.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

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

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

They warn you to slow down and prepare to stop.

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

34.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

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

Adjusting your rear-view mirror.

Listening to the radio at a loud volume.

Listening to the radio at a low volume.

Adjusting or starting the radio.

Hint

35.

[ Alcohol and Drugs ]

Which of the following is true for all DUI convictions, regardless of age?

You are not required to complete anything in the event that you are convicted of a DUI.

The completion of a DUI program.

Neither option is correct.

36.

[ Sharing the Road ]

You are traveling slowly behind a cyclist in front of you. Why should you give the cyclist plenty of space when overtaking?

To get a better view of the road ahead.

So that they are more likely to see you.

So that you can travel faster.

The cyclist might swerve to avoid an uneven road surface.

Hint

37.

[ Special Driving Situations ]

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

Both options are correct.

Increase your following distance to other vehicles.

The best advice is to not travel in those conditions.

38.

[ Parking ]

Under what circumstances may you park on a freeway?

Both options are correct.

When a stop is specifically permitted.

In an emergency.

39.

[ Vehicle Positioning ]

What should you do when entering the freeway?

Enter the freeway at or near the speed of traffic.

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

Decrease your speed below the speed of traffic.

40.

[ Visual Search ]

Why is it important to not develop a "fixed stare" while driving?

It is a good habit to develop as it decreases the chances of an accident.

Neither option is correct.

It prevents you from seeing potential hazards ahead of you.

41.

[ 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.

Increase acceleration to speed up out of the skid.

Speed up whilst steering away from the skid.

Hint

42.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

If you break down, and you have emergency flares available, what distance should you place them from your vehicle?

100 feet behind your vehicle.

500 feet behind your vehicle.

200 feet behind your vehicle.

43.

[ Visual Search ]

What does it mean to tailgate another vehicle?

To drive too close behind another vehicle.

Neither option is correct.

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

44.

[ Sharing the Road ]

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

Horse riders.

Car drivers.

Truck drivers.

Cyclists.

Hint

45.

[ Occupant Protection ]

Under which circumstance is a child under the age of 8 NOT allowed to ride in the front seat of a vehicle?

There is no rear seat.

The child passenger restraint system cannot be installed properly in the rear set.

The driver of the vehicle is not able to purchase a federally-approved child passenger restraint system.

46.

[ Occupant Protection ]

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

4 years old.

2 years old.

3 years old.

47 out of 46

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