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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Laws and Rules of the Road

What is the correct course of action when you stop in a crosswalk.

It is not allowed to stop in a crosswalk.

You are allowed to stop in a crosswalk in the event in you overpass the white limit line.

Ensure that no pedestrians are within a block of the cross walk.

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 left.

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

Overtake the long vehicle on the right.

Safe Driving Practices

When traveling at night, your vehicles headlights MUST be switched on. For this purpose, night time is defined as:

Between 8pm and 8am.

Whenever the street lights are switched on.

Whenever the sun is not visible in the sky.

The period between half an hour after sunset and half an hour before sunrise.

Safe Driving Practices

When should you reverse from a side road into a main road?

When you have another person acting as a guide.

Never reverse onto a main road.

When there is a safe gap in the traffic. Use your horn to warn other vehicles.

If there is no traffic on the main road.

Safe Driving Practices

When traveling behind another vehicle in fast moving traffic, what is a good rule-of-thumb for measuring a safe distance to the vehicle in front?

Always make sure you can read the license plate of the vehicle in front.

Leave at least a 2 second gap between you and the vehicle in front.

Always make sure you cannot read the license plate of the vehicle in front.

You can fit at least 2 other cars in the gap between you.

Traffic Controls

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

A flashing yellow traffic signal.

A green arrow traffic signal.

A solid green traffic signal.

Lane Control

What is a separated bikeway?

A route that is for the exclusive use of bicyclists.

A lane that provides greater separation from adjacent vehicle traffic.

A route for bicyclists on streets shared with vehicle traffic.

Traffic Controls

Which of the following types of signs indicate that you must slow down and be ready to stop if necessary?

A square red and white regulatory sign.

An eight sided red sign.

A three sided red sign.

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

In the event that you are convicted of a hit-and-run accident that resulted in injury, what may the Department of Motor Vehicles do?

Do nothing as the Department of Motor Vehicles has no authority over accidents.

Penalize you with additional points depending on the severity of the injury.

Revoke your driver's license.

10.

Safe Driving Practices

A driver is moving slowly, and you want them to go faster. Should you honk your horn at them?

Yes, as you want them to get out of the way.

Yes, as you are in a hurry and you need to get to your destination.

No, as the driver may not be able to go any faster due to one reason or another

11.

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

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

CVC 2817.

CVC 2852

CVC 480.

12.

Traffic Controls

What is this sign indicating?

Sharp turn.

Curve.

Two way traffic.

13.

Special Driving Situations

If you come to a road that has ice, by how much should you reduce your speed?

Reduce your speed to a crawl.

Reduce your speed by half.

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

14.

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.

15.

Parking

Which of the following is an example of illegal parking

Parking adjacent to a hospital.

Neither option is correct.

Parking within 7.5 feet of a railroad track.

16.

Safe Driving Practices

If your vehicle is low on fuel, you should:

Speed up to consume more fuel.

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

Begin a freeway journey.

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

17.

Handling Emergencies

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

Apply the breaks.

Look for an alternate route away from traffic.

Keep your eyes on the road.

18.

Laws and Rules of the Road

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

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

Neither option is correct.

This sign indicates what animals inhabit this area.

19.

Alcohol and Drugs

If you have an excessive BAC level, how long may you serve in jail for?

1 month.

6 months.

2 years.

20.

Sharing the Road

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

To stop the wind blowing your exhaust fumes towards them.

To reduce fuel consumption.

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

To avoid dazzling them with your lights.

21.

Turns

On a divided highway, when can you make a legal U-turn?

Neither option is correct.

An opening that is typically used for first responder use.

Only if an opening is provided in the center divider.

22.

Turns

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

Both options are correct.

In business districts.

On a roadway with two sets of double yellow lines.

23.

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

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

Neither option is correct.

By signing, you promise to appear in traffic court.

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

24.

Lane Control

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

Signal which direction you will be moving to.

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

Neither option is correct.

25.

Turns

Which of the following is not an illegal U-turn?

On a one-way street

When other vehicles may hit you.

If there are no vehicles approaching you within 200 feet.

26.

Lane Control

What do double 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 in the same direction.

27.

Visual Search

At intersections what should you do?

Look to the left first

Both options are correct.

Look to the right.

28.

Safe Driving Practices

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

The owner of the vehicle.

The mechanical responsible for maintenance.

The vehicle manufacturer.

The driver or rider of the vehicle.

29.

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

Which of the following is true regarding funeral processions?

Funeral processions have the right-of-way.

Neither option is correct.

Funeral processions never have the right-of-way.

30.

Safe Driving Practices

You have turned into a sideroad and realise you have made a mistake. You should:

Drive forward and find a safe place to turn around.

Reverse into the main road when the traffic is clear.

Stop and reverse quickly into the main road.

Use your horn and reverse around the corner to the main road.

31.

Driver Readiness

You develop poor vision, which of the following is correct after you have visited your doctor?

Notify the Department of Motor Vehicles.

Neither option is correct

You should not notify the Department of Motor Vehicles as they are not required to know.

32.

Traffic Controls

What other information may be included on this sign?

This sign may appear in different colors to indicate the severity of the action.

This sign may be show with or without words.

No other information is ever included with this sign.

33.

Laws and Rules of the Road

If you choose to drive slower than normal at any other time, what lane do you not drive in?

Lane One

Lane Two

Lane Three

34.

Parking

When parking uphill, what way should you turn your wheels?

Away from the curb.

Towards the shoulder of the road.

Towards the curb.

35.

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

What must vehicles in a funeral procession have?

Nothing is required to mark them.

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

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

36.

Traffic Controls

What is the correct interpretation of this sign?

Stop at the intersection before proceeding with caution.

This sign means that you cannot do a certain action.

Slow down and stop.

37.

Vehicle Positioning

Which of the following is a safe way to exit the freeway?

Signal and look over your shoulder.

Signal your intention to exit 5 seconds before reaching the exit.

Both options are correct.

38.

Safe Driving Practices

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

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

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

You have planned your route allowing plenty of time.

You consume alcohol to improve your performance.

39.

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

If you sell or transfer a vehicle in the state of California, how long do you have to report it to the Department of Motor Vehicles.

5 days.

90 days.

30 days.

40.

Visual Search

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

10 - 15 seconds.

0 - 5 seconds.

Do not scan as this can distract you from driving.

41.

Sharing the Road

You are about to overtake a horse and rider. What should you NOT do? (Select all that apply)

Rev your engine loudly.

Use your horn.

Overtake slowly giving them plenty of space.

Travel closely behind the horses.

42.

Parking

While parked, what should you do when you are ready to exit your vehicle?

Both options are correct.

Look for passing vehicles.

Do not open your door unless it does not interfere with traffic.

43.

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

If your driver's license is suspended, once the suspension period has ended, what must you do to apply for a new driver's license?

Neither option is correct.

You must show a copy of your previous driver's license.

You must show proof of financial responsibility.

44.

Parking

What is the penalty for abusing disabled placards?

Both options are correct.

A fine of up to $1,000.

A misdemeanor charge.

45.

Traffic Controls

What is this sign indicating?

This sign means that there is an airport near by.

This sign indicates that planes fly through this area.

This sign indicates that you must be on the lookout for planes landing on the road you are driving on.

46.

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 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.

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