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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[ Sharing the Road ]

Which of these light signals implies the car is reversing or will reverse?

Hint

[ Sharing the Road ]

If you are a minor using a bicycle for transportation, what is required?

A valid learner's permit.

A helmet.

A valid driver's license.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What is the correct interpretation of this traffic signal?

To continue driving as long as you keep an eye out for other vehicles.

To yield to any pedestrians before continuing on.

To stop your vehicle entirely and to not continue forward.

[ Additional Driving Laws / Rules ]

What is the NOTS?

A type of public transit.

The Negligent Operator Treatment System.

Neither option is correct.

[ Handling Emergencies ]

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

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

Stop and turn off of the ignition.

Keep your eyes on the road.

[ Lane Control ]

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

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.

Signal and change lanes without any other precautionary measures.

[ Sharing the Road ]

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

Hint

[ Parking ]

How much space should you leave between your vehicle and the vehicle in front of you when you parallel park?

1 foot.

5 feet.

2 feet.

[ Occupant Protection ]

Which of the following is a type of visual distraction?

Eyes off of the road.

Mind off of the road.

Keeping your eyes on the road.

10.

[ Additional Driving Laws / Rules ]

How far can your cargo extend before you are required to use a 12 inch red or orange square flag to indicate the wideness of the load?

4 feet beyond the back rear bumper.

2 feet beyond the back rear bumper.

5 feet beyond the back rear bumper.

11.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

If you become agitated or annoyed at another road user, you should:

Use your horn to tell them you're annoyed.

Pull over, calm down and continue your journey after relaxing

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

Rev your engine loudly to get them to move out of the way.

Hint

12.

[ Lane Control ]

What is the correct definition of a bicycle lane?

Neither option is correct

A section of the interstate where bicyclists are allowed to be.

A designated traffic lane for bicyclists defined by pavement markings and signage.

13.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What is this sign indicating?

Slippery when wet.

Two way traffic.

Sharp turn.

14.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What is the correct interpretation of this sign?

This sign means that you cannot do a certain action.

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

This sign indicates that you are entering the incorrect road with the incorrect vehicle.

15.

[ Lane Control ]

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

Neither option is correct.

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

Signal which direction you will be moving to.

16.

[ Additional Driving Laws / Rules ]

Which of the following is one form of financial responsibility of your vehicle?

A copy of your bank statement that shows you have at least $4,000 in it.

A blank cheque that you can use in the event that you are in a vehicle accident.

A deposit of $35,000 with the Department of Motor Vehicles.

17.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

What is the speed limit for a blind intersection?

15 mph

35 mph

25 mph

18.

[ Special Driving Situations ]

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

Your attention is distracted by water on the windscreen.

A fish may be stuck on your wheel.

They may be wet which reduces their friction.

You drive more quickly when coming out of the water.

Hint

19.

[ Vehicle Positioning ]

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

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

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.

20.

[ Occupant Protection ]

Under what circumstances are seatbelts required to be worn?

At all times.

When there are more than two occupants in a vehicle.

Only when the vehicle is traveling greater than 15 miles per hour.

21.

[ 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?

Use your horn to warn the other driver.

Overtake the long vehicle on the right.

Overtake the long vehicle on the left.

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

Hint

22.

[ Sharing the Road ]

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

Use a higher gear whilst overtaking.

Allow plenty of space.

Keep as close as possible to them.

Use your horn.

Hint

23.

[ Turns ]

What is 200 feet most often compared to, to help visualize the distance?

Neither option is correct.

Half of an American football field.

A quarter the distance of an average airport.

24.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

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

35 mph.

55 mph.

65 mph.

25.

[ Handling Emergencies ]

You are traveling along a wet road. Your steering begins to feel light and unresponsive. You should:

Turn the steering as far as you can to the right.

Brake hard immediately.

Increase speed.

Release the accelerator to gradually slow down.

Hint

26.

[ Lane Control ]

What should you do if you miss a turn?

Proceed as normal until you can legally, and safely, turn around.

Make a U-Turn where possible.

Slam on your breaks so you do not miss the turn.

27.

[ Sharing the Road ]

The rider of the motorcycle in front of you is holding their arm out straight to the left as shown in the picture. What do you expect the vehicle to do next?

The vehicle is reversing.

The vehicle shall move to the right or turn right.

The vehicle shall move to the left or turn left.

The vehicle is braking.

Hint

28.

[ Alcohol and Drugs ]

How long does a DUI conviction remain on your record?

10 years.

1 year.

90 days.

29.

[ Traffic Controls ]

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

School crossing patrols.

Police officers.

Traffic officers.

Traffic wardens.

Hint

30.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

Why is it important to respect right-of-way rules?

You are not required to respect right-of-way rules.

It helps prevent collisions and other accidents.

It is common courtesy.

31.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

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

To avoid collisions.

To alert other drivers that they made a mistake.

Because you are angry or upset.

32.

[ Sharing the Road ]

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

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

Cyclists like to show off.

To get a better view of the road ahead.

To avoid an obstacle, such as a drain cover.

Hint

33.

[ Sharing the Road ]

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

Overtake the motorcyclist.

Keep well back to allow the motorcyclist room to manoeuvre.

Keep as close to the vehicle in front as possible.

Use your horn.

Hint

34.

[ Special Driving Situations ]

When towing, if your caravan or trailer begins to swerve or snake you should:

Turn the steering wheel to follow the trailer or caravan.

Ease off the accelerator and reduce speed gently to regain control.

Speed up to regain control.

Stay at a constant speed until the problem resolves itself.

35.

[ Lane Control ]

What is a bike route?

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

A lane that provides greater separation from adjacent vehicle traffic.

A route for bicyclists on streets shared with vehicle traffic.

36.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

You MUST NOT use your vehicle's lights: (Select all that apply)

In a way that dazzles other road users.

During the day time.

To flash other drivers if they annoy you.

On full beam setting when there is oncoming traffic.

Hint

37.

[ Traffic Controls ]

Which of the following is true regarding a green arrow traffic signal?

You must turn in any direction as it is a green arrow.

You must turn in the direction the arrow is pointing.

38.

[ Sharing the Road ]

Which of these other road users might not take a normal route through a roundabout? (Select all that apply)

Long vehicles.

Cars

Horse riders.

Cyclists

Hint

39.

[ Sharing the Road ]

On a divided highway with 4 or more traffic lanes in one direction, what lane do large trucks typically drive in?

The lane just to the left of the right most lane.

Any lane they choose, as long as they maintain the posted speed limit.

The left lost lane.

40.

[ Sharing the Road ]

The car in front of you has a flashing amber light as shown. What do you expect the vehicle to do next?

The vehicle is braking.

The vehicle is reversing.

The vehicle shall move to the left or turn left.

The vehicle shall move to the right or turn right.

Hint

41.

[ Visual Search ]

You want to reverse your car but cannot see if it is safe. You should NOT:

Use your horn and reverse slowly.

Get out of your vehicle and check before moving.

Ask for assistance from a passenger or passer-by.

Glance over your shoulders to check blindspots.

Hint

42.

[ Handling Emergencies ]

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

Department of Motor Vehicles.

California Highway Patrol.

Freeway Service Patrol.

43.

[ Parking ]

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

Neither option is correct.

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

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

44.

[ 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

45.

[ Traffic Controls ]

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

Stop at the broken white line.

Stop at the solid white line.

Stop at the yellow line.

46.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What is this sign indicating?

Two way traffic.

Yield ahead.

Crossroad.

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