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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[ 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.

[ Turns ]

What is a public transit bus lane?

A lane specifically designated for public transit vehicles.

A lane specified for emergency vehicles.

A lane that is shared by both transit vehicles and regular vehicles.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

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

You consume alcohol to improve your performance.

Any restraints are adjusted to reduce risk of neck and back injuries in a collision.

You have sufficient fuel for your journey and planned where you can refuel if necessary.

You have planned your route allowing plenty of time.

Hint

[ Alcohol and Drugs ]

In the event that you are convicted, for the first time, of DUI, how long will your driving privileges be suspended for?

6 months.

1 month.

15 days.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What is the correct interpretation of a solid green traffic signal?

The driver must stop.

The driver may proceed.

The driver must proceed with caution.

[ 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?

So that they are more likely to see you.

The rush of wind as you pass can destabilise a cyclist.

The cyclist might swerve to avoid an obstacle.

To get a better view of the road ahead.

Hint

[ Sharing the Road ]

The rider of the motorcycle in front of you is moving their hand up and down as shown in the picture. What do you expect the vehicle to do next?

The vehicle shall move to the left or turn left.

The vehicle is reversing.

The vehicle is braking.

The vehicle shall move to the right or turn right.

Hint

[ Parking ]

What is a crosshatched area adjacent to a parking space mean?

This means that only motorcyclists can park there.

This means that this is a no parking area.

Any vehicle can park here for a limited amount of time.

[ Lane Control ]

What is a HOV lane?

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

HOV lanes are used for emergency vehicles only.

HOV lanes are not present in the state of California.

10.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What should you do when you are coming to a railroad crossing?

Slow down, look and listen for any oncoming trains. Be prepared to stop.

Increase your speed to beat the train before it crosses.

Continue forward without reducing speed.

11.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What is this type of sign meant for?

Nothing. This sign is meant for highway officials only.

This sign indicates what you should do in the event that your vehicle stalls on railroad tracks.

This sign provides you a number to make a complaint about another driver.

12.

[ Sharing the Road ]

At what speed do slow moving vehicles typically travel?

25 mph or less.

55 mph.

65 mph.

13.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What does a red arrow light mean?

It is similar to a red stop light, however, you cannot make a right turn at any time.

Right turns are not allowed at any time, even when the light is green.

You are allowed to make a right turn like normal.

14.

[ Special Driving Situations ]

You are about to enter a bank of fog. What should you do? (Select all that apply)

Use your hazard lights to warn other drivers.

Check your mirrors and slow down.

Use your fog lights if necessary.

Speed up to travel through it as quickly as possible.

Hint

15.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What is this sign indicating?

School zone ahead.

Pedestrian crossing.

Caution.

16.

[ 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.

17.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What is this sign indicating?

Winding Road

T Intersection

Curve.

18.

[ Lane Control ]

What do solid white lines indicate on a roadway?

They mark traffic lanes going in the same direction.

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

They separate traffic lanes on roads with two or more lanes.

19.

[ Sharing the Road ]

Where are Low Speed Vehicles and Neighborhood Electric Vehicles restricted to?

Roadways where the speed limit is greater than 35 mph.

Roadways where the speed limit is greater than 40 mph.

Roadways where the speed limit is greater than 55 mph.

20.

[ Vehicle Positioning ]

You are driving along a freeway in wet weather. You should keep well back from the vehicle in front because:

Reduce your typical stopping distance.

Increase your ability to accelerate.

Increase your ability to see and plan ahead.

Decrease fuel consumption.

Hint

21.

[ Alcohol and Drugs ]

What does a Preliminary Alcohol Screening not detect?

The presence of marijuana.

The presence of drugs.

The presence of alcohol.

22.

[ Special Driving Situations ]

If your vehicle is stationary and is likely to remain so for more than a couple of minutes, you should reduce emissions and noise pollution by:

Switching off your engine.

Revving your engine to keep it warm.

Checking your tires.

Switching off any radios you have.

Hint

23.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

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

The mechanical responsible for maintenance.

The vehicle manufacturer.

The owner of the vehicle.

The driver or rider of the vehicle.

Hint

24.

[ 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.

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

They warn you to slow down and prepare to stop.

25.

[ 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.

26.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What is this sign indicating?

Sharp turn.

Slippery when wet.

Two way traffic.

27.

[ Additional Driving Laws / Rules ]

What must vehicles in a funeral procession have?

A sticker that indicates that they are a part of a funeral procession.

Nothing is required to mark them.

A large orange and red sticker that marks them as such.

28.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

Which of the following is true regarding blind pedestrians?

Blind pedestrians rely on the sound of your vehicle to know when it's safe to cross the street.

Follow standard right-of-way rules when it comes to blind pedestrians.

Blind pedestrians rely on someone else telling them when it is safe across the street.

29.

[ Sharing the Road ]

When you are in a construction zone, what should you not do?

Obey instructions from the flaggers present.

Obey special signs.

Stop and watch the road work.

30.

[ Special Driving Situations ]

After how many miles should you rotate your tires?

Every 1,000 - 2,000 miles.

Every 3,000 to 5,000 miles.

Every 6,000 to 7,000 miles.

31.

[ Turns ]

What should you do when you are making a right turn?

Look over your right shoulder.

Reduce your speed.

Both options are correct.

32.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

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

Pedestrians.

Vehicles.

Bicyclists.

33.

[ Special Driving Situations ]

What can possibly happen if you drive faster or slower than the rest of traffic?

You increase the chances of a collision.

Nothing will happen as long as you are below or at the speed limit.

You increase the chances of angry drivers.

34.

[ Alcohol and Drugs ]

Yourself, and your parent are in the vehicle when you are pulled over by a police officer. In the backseat of the vehicle, there is an unopened, sealed container of alcohol. Since you are the individual driving the vehicle, is it lawful for this container of alcohol to be in your vehicle?

Neither option is correct.

No, as alcohol containers cannot be in your vehicle under any circumstance.

Yes, as your parent is in the vehicle with you and is over the age of 21.

35.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

Under what circumstances are you allowed to cross a sidewalk with your vehicle?

Only to enter or exit a driveway or alley.

You are allowed to cross a sidewalk with your vehicle for any reason.

You are allowed to cross the sidewalk in the event that you are trying to pass another vehicle.

36.

[ Sharing the Road ]

The rear of the car in front of you has a white light. What do you expect the vehicle to do next?

The vehicle is reversing.

The vehicle shall move to the left or turn left.

The vehicle is braking.

The vehicle shall move to the right or turn right.

Hint

37.

[ Special Driving Situations ]

What should you do when you are being pulled over by law enforcement?

Turn on your right turn signal to indicate to the police officer that you acknowledge them.

Move your vehicle to the right shoulder of the road.

Both options are correct.

38.

[ Occupant Protection ]

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

Neither option is correct.

The car can rise to high temperatures quickly.

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

39.

[ Alcohol and Drugs ]

What is the purpose of an IID?

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

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

A device designed purely to make driving more difficult.

40.

[ Alcohol and Drugs ]

If you are under the age of 21, and your BAC is 0.05%, what may you be required to submit to?

Either a breath or blood test.

Another PAS to confirm the BAC.

Neither option is correct.

41.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

While driving slower than normal, under what circumstance may you be cited?

Neither option is correct.

When you block normal and reasonable movement.

You will not be cited because you may have to drive slower under certain circumstances.

42.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

If a school bus stops on the other side of a divided highway, what must you do?

There is no defined rule for this situation.

Stop your vehicle and wait until the lights are no longer red.

You are not required to stop your vehicle.

43.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

In which situation should you signal your turn?

When you are stopping your vehicle.

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

Neither option is correct.

44.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What is the correct interpretation of this sign?

There is a school ahead, and you must let the children pass before proceeding.

Allow any elderly people, or other pedestrians to cross before proceeding.

This sign means to stop and help someone cross the road.

45.

[ Turns ]

Under which circumstance can you make a legal U-turn in a residential district?

Both options are correct.

If there are no vehicles approaching you within 200 feet.

Across a double yellow line when it is safe and legal.

46.

[ Visual Search ]

Even though signal lights are generally followed, what else should you do?

Neither option is correct.

Follow the traffic lights at all times as they are always followed by other vehicles.

Always look left, right, and ahead for approaching traffic before continuing.

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