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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[ Traffic Controls ]

What is this sign indicating?

Sharp turn.

Slippery when wet.

Two way traffic.

[ 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.

In your cup holder.

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

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

Unregistered and untaxed vehicles can only be used:

When the driver or rider has an appropriate license.

When the vehicle is off-road on private land and NEVER uses a public road.

On quiet roads with little traffic.

Between 10pm and 6am.

Hint

[ Turns ]

What should you not do when making a left turn?

Cut the corner of the lane belonging to the vehicles coming towards you.

Decrease your speed.

Look over your left shoulder.

[ Special Driving Situations ]

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

They may be wet which reduces their friction.

You drive more quickly when coming out of the water.

A fish may be stuck on your wheel.

Your attention is distracted by water on the windscreen.

Hint

[ 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?

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

You may pass as long as you proceed with caution.

Ensure that no pedestrians are in front of that vehicle.

[ Alcohol and Drugs ]

You are under the age of 21, and you are caught with an unopened, sealed container of alcohol in your vehicle. Is this lawful?

No, this is not legal as you cannot have any form of alcohol in the vehicle when you are under the age of 21.

Yes, as the alcohol container is not opened.

Yes, as long as the container of alcohol is in the trunk.

[ Vehicle Positioning ]

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

It allows you to remain in control of your vehicle.

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

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

[ Visual Search ]

In this image, what does the yellow area visualize?

What is ahead.

Blind spots.

What is at your side.

10.

[ Lane Control ]

What is a center left turn lane?

A lane that is located in the middle of a two-way street.

There are no left turn lanes indicated on a roadway.

A lane that is used for left turns on any roadway.

11.

[ Occupant Protection ]

What is the correct way to wear a shoulder harness style seatbelt?

Worn across the chest with minimal slack.

Worn across the abdomen with minimal slack.

Worn across the chest with as much slack as possible.

12.

[ Parking ]

Where is it acceptable to park and leave your vehicle? (Select all that apply)

On-street areas marked out by double yellow lines.

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

On-street parking bays marked out by white lines.

In off-street parking areas.

Hint

13.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

Which is the correct definition of a roundabout?

A roundabout is the part of the roadway set aside for pedestrian traffic.

A roundabout is any place where one line of the roadway meets another roadway.

A roundabout is an intersection where traffic travels around a central island in a counter-clockwise direction.

14.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What does a white rectangular sign normally indicate?

There are no white rectangular signs in the state of California.

That you must consider following these rules, as they are entirely optional.

That you must obey important rules.

15.

[ Sharing the Road ]

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

Hint

16.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

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

More fuel is consumed.

You can no longer hear the engine.

Engine braking is eliminated.

Speed will increase when traveling downhill.

Hint

17.

[ Parking ]

What does a green parking colored curb indicate?

No stopping is allowed at this curb.

Stop no longer than the time posted to load/unload passengers or freight.

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

18.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

General crosswalks are normally marked with what color lines?

Black lines.

White lines.

Yellow lines.

19.

[ 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 must abide by the rules of the road.

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

20.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

When approaching a pedestrian where do you stop in the event that you have to?

After the painted lines that mark the crosswalk.

Before the painted lines that mark the crosswalk.

You are not required to stop as you have the right-of-way since you are driving a vehicle.

21.

[ Lane Control ]

What do broken yellow lines indicate on a roadway?

Indicates that you may not pass in this area.

The center of a road for two-way traffic.

Indicates that you may pass if the broken line is next to your driving lane.

22.

[ Traffic Controls ]

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

A solid green traffic signal.

A flashing yellow traffic signal.

A green arrow traffic signal.

23.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

Which steering method is recommended when turning at low speeds?

One hand steering

Hand-over-hand steering.

Hand-to-Hand steering

24.

[ Lane Control ]

Which of the following may apply to you if you drive a low/zero emission vehicle?

You may drive at any speed you wish, regardless of posted signs.

You may be exempt from all toll charges on HOT lanes.

You may be exempt from all Department of Motor Vehicles related charges for your vehicle.

25.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

What should you do if you have to stop in a tunnel?

Open your windows to improve ventilation.

Keep as close to the vehicle in front as possible.

Leave at least a 5 meter gap between you and the vehicle in front.

Brake as quickly as possible to reduce time spent idle.

Hint

26.

[ Special Driving Situations ]

What is most commonly used to check the tread on your tires?

A quarter.

A penny.

A dime.

27.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

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

Reverse very slowly.

Use your horn.

Get out of your vehicle and check before moving.

Rev your engine loudly.

Hint

28.

[ 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.

Overtake the long vehicle on the right.

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

Use your horn to warn the other driver.

Hint

29.

[ Special Driving Situations ]

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

Triple

The same as

Double

Half

Hint

30.

[ Driver Readiness ]

Which of the following is correct regarding emotions and driving?

Emotions can affect the way that you drive.

Your emotions have no relation to how well you drive.

Neither option is correct.

31.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

Which of the following does a roundabout not have?

Bicycle ways.

Neither option is correct.

A roadway.

32.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What is this sign indicating?

There is a hospital ahead.

Directional arrow.

No turns are permitted.

33.

[ Turns ]

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

Both options are correct.

On a roadway with two sets of double yellow lines.

In business districts.

34.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

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

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

Reverse into the main road when the traffic is clear.

Stop and reverse quickly into the main road.

Drive forward and find a safe place to turn around.

Hint

35.

[ Handling Emergencies ]

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

Shift to neutral.

Apply the breaks.

Stop and turn off of the ignition.

36.

[ Turns ]

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

At any point in the roadway, as long as you are not obstructing traffic.

Neither option is correct.

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

37.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

Where are you required to stop, because of a stop light or sign?

Both options are correct.

You must stop before the stop line, sign, or signal.

Before the crosswalk.

38.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

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

Yield to traffic and any pedestrians.

Both options are correct.

Slow down and be ready to stop.

39.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

What is the correct course of action when you approach a pedestrian?

Both options are correct.

Stop if necessary to allow the pedestrian to pass.

Exercise caution and reduce speed.

40.

[ 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.

21 days.

30 days.

41.

[ 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.

Triple

Ten times (10x)

The same as

Five times (5x)

Hint

42.

[ Special Driving Situations ]

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

Use your fog lights if necessary.

Use your hazard lights to warn other drivers.

Speed up to travel through it as quickly as possible.

Check your mirrors and slow down.

Hint

43.

[ Parking ]

You need to park and leave your vehicle on a foggy road. You should:

Leave your fog lights on.

Never leave any lights switched on.

Leave your parking lights on.

Leave your headlights on.

Hint

44.

[ Visual Search ]

In this image, what does the red area visualize?

What is ahead.

Blind spots.

What is behind you.

45.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

Which organization has provided suggestions on the correct way for hand positioning on steering wheels?

Transportation Security Administration.

Department of Motor Vehicles.

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

46.

[ Lane Control ]

How is a low/zero emission vehicle indicated?

A special Department of Motor Vehicles-issued decal.

Neither option is correct.

A homemade decal that you can put on any vehicle.

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