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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[ Occupant Protection ]

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

7 years old.

10 years old.

6 years old.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What is this sign indicating?

No right turn.

No U-turns allowed.

No left turn.

[ Parking ]

What California penal code allows local authorities to designate public spaces as an exclusive area for charging vehicles?

CVC 22511.

CVC 480.

CVC 22651.

[ Turns ]

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

100 feet

200 feet

500 feet

[ Alcohol and Drugs ]

If you have an open container of alcohol, where must you keep it stored at in your vehicle?

In the trunk of your vehicle.

You are not allowed to have opened containers of alcohol in your vehicle under any circumstance.

In your cup holder.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

General crosswalks are normally marked with what color lines?

Black lines.

Yellow lines.

White lines.

[ Handling Emergencies ]

What can you do to dry your brakes in the event that they become wet?

Increase how often you brake, as the more you brake, the hotter your brakes become.

Increase your speed, as the faster you go, the hotter your brakes become.

Press the accelerator and the brake pedals at the same time lightly.

[ Alcohol and Drugs ]

If you are under the age of 21, and you are convicted of having a BAC of 0.01% or over, which of the following is a possible consequence?

Your driving privilege will be revoked for one year.

You will face life imprisonment.

No actions will be taken against you.

[ Handling Emergencies ]

You are traveling along a snowy or icy 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.

Brake hard immediately.

Increase speed.

Hint

10.

[ Special Driving Situations ]

What are some of the dangers if you are driving on a flooded road?

Both options are correct.

The roadway can collapse.

The vehicle can be swept off of the road.

11.

[ 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.

12.

[ Special Driving Situations ]

If there is not a speed limit posted before a curve, which should you do?

Judge how sharp the curve is and increase your speed.

Judge how sharp the curve is and adjust your speed.

Judge how sharp the curve is and make no speed adjustment.

13.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

If you are under the age of 18, which of the of the following is correct regarding the use of electronic devices while driving?

Neither option is correct.

It is unlawful for anyone under the age of 18 to use an electronic device while driving, unless it is in the case of an emergency.

Any driver, regardless of age, may use an electronic device while driving as long as they look up every two seconds.

14.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

What is this diagram representing?

The driver is indicating that they are slowing down or stopping.

The driver is indicating that they are turning right.

The driver is indicating that they are turning left.

15.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

Who should you allow sufficient time to cross the street?

Pedestrians with young children.

Both options are correct.

Older pedestrians.

16.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

If your vehicle is low on fuel, you should:

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

Speed up to consume more fuel.

Begin a freeway journey.

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

Hint

17.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

Which of the following is correct?

Proceed as normal when entering a crosswalk with pedestrians entering.

No specific rules apply to a crosswalk when you are crossing it with your vehicle.

You must yield to all pedestrians entering or crossing a crosswalk.

18.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What is this sign indicating?

No turns are permitted.

There is a hospital ahead.

Directional arrow.

19.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

If a vehicle is stopped at a crosswalk, what is the correct course of action to pass the vehicle?

Ensure that no pedestrians are in front of that vehicle.

You may pass as long as you proceed with caution.

You are not allowed to pass a vehicle at a crosswalk.

20.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What is this sign indicating?

Sharp turn.

Two way traffic.

Curve.

21.

[ Handling Emergencies ]

What can you do to prevent skidding?

Make no adjustments to your driving.

Avoid fast turns.

Increase your speed to create more traction.

22.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What is this sign indicating?

Crossroad.

Divided highway.

End divided highway

23.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

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

Slow down and be ready to stop.

Yield to traffic and any pedestrians.

Both options are correct.

24.

[ Alcohol and Drugs ]

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

5 years.

2 years.

1 year.

25.

[ Additional Driving Laws / Rules ]

When are you required to turn your headlights on?

30 minutes before sunrise.

30 minutes after sunset.

Both options are correct.

26.

[ Traffic Controls ]

You MUST obey signals given by the following: (Select all that apply)

Traffic wardens.

Traffic officers.

Police officers.

School crossing patrols.

Hint

27.

[ Special Driving Situations ]

At what speed can your tires loss all contact with the road if there is a lot of water?

20 mph.

30 mph.

50 mph.

28.

[ Additional Driving Laws / Rules ]

If you receive a ticket during a traffic stop, what is the purpose of the promise that you sign?

By signing, you promise to appear in traffic court.

By signing, you promise to admit fault for the citation.

Neither option is correct.

29.

[ Sharing the Road ]

What is a Safety Enhanced-Double Fine Zone?

An area where fines are doubled for traffic violations.

Neither option is correct.

There are no double fine zones in the state of California.

30.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

What is the correct course of action when it comes to traffic signs that are indicating pedestrians?

Ignore them, as they are meant for pedestrians and not drivers.

Obey them as they are there to ensure the safety of pedestrians.

Acknowledge them at your discretion, as they are not required by law.

31.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

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

Braking quickly.

Driving slowly and carefully.

Accelerating quickly.

Steering harshly.

Hint

32.

[ Special Driving Situations ]

When towing, you MUST NOT: (Select all that apply)

Tow more than your licence permits.

Overload your vehicle or trailer.

Secure your load.

Properly distribute the weight in your caravan or trailer.

Hint

33.

[ Additional Driving Laws / Rules ]

If you willfully flee a peace officer attempting to pull you over, what is the consequence?

Neither option is correct.

It is a misdemeanor punishable by imprisonment for no more than 1 year.

Nothing will happen as they had no reason to stop you.

34.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What is this sign indicating?

Crossroad.

Yield ahead.

Two way traffic.

35.

[ Handling Emergencies ]

Your vehicle brakes 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.

Release the brakes. Steer into the skid.

Increase acceleration to speed up out of the skid.

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

Hint

36.

[ Sharing the Road ]

How much distance does it typically take for a large truck travelling 55 mph to stop?

200 feet.

800 feet.

400 feet.

37.

[ Vehicle Positioning ]

Why is it important to leave the traffic lane not too fast?

You can choose any speed you wish to exit traffic, as long as you do not obstruct traffic.

Engage your turn signal and cross all lanes simultaneously without stopping.

It allows you to remain in control of your vehicle.

38.

[ 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.

39.

[ Handling Emergencies ]

What should you do in the event that you begin to skid while driving on ice?

Ease off of the accelerator.

Slam on your brakes.

Increase your speed to create more traction.

40.

[ Parking ]

What does a blue parking colored curb indicate?

This parking is only permitted for those with a disabled placard or license plate.

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

No stopping, standing, or parking is permitted.

41.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

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

Always decrease speed.

Always signal.

Both

42.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

What should you do when you are approaching a sign such as this?

This sign indicates what animals inhabit this area.

Neither option is correct.

This sign means to be alert for possible animals in the area.

43.

[ Traffic Controls ]

Which of the following traffic signals means to "proceed with caution"?

A green arrow traffic signal.

A flashing yellow traffic signal.

A solid green traffic signal.

44.

[ 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.

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

Speed up get through the wet area.

Use dipped headlights.

Hint

45.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

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

200 feet behind your vehicle.

100 feet behind your vehicle.

500 feet behind your vehicle.

46.

[ Traffic Controls ]

When you see a solid green traffic signal turn to a solid yellow traffic signal, what should you do?

Drive forward without reducing speed, observing the right-of-way rules.

Stop if you can safely, otherwise, cross the intersection with caution.

Yield to oncoming traffic.

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