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.

Ready? Click 'Next' to begin.

Traffic Controls

What other information may be included on this sign?

No other information is ever included with 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.

Sharing the Road

What California penal code allows Safety Enhanced-Double Fine Zones.

CVC 42010

CVC 22511.

CVC 480.

Visual Search

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

0 - 5 seconds.

10 - 15 seconds.

Do not scan as this can distract you from driving.

Sharing the Road

At what speed do slow moving vehicles typically travel?

55 mph.

25 mph or less.

65 mph.

Parking

When parking uphill, what should you also do?

Engage your parking break.

Make sure that your wheels are pointing towards the curb.

Neither option is correct.

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

How long can traffic convictions and collisions, at minimum, stay on your record for?

12 months.

36 months.

72 months.,

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.

Occupant Protection

Why must a rear-facing baby seat not be placed in the front seat of a car with an active frontal airbag?

The driver airbag will not deploy in an accident.

All airbags will become disabled.

It will increase the risk of collisions.

An active passenger airbag can cause injury or death to the child.

Vehicle Positioning

What does it mean to "split the difference"?

If there is a danger on both sides of the road at the same time, you split the difference with the driver.

Neither option is correct.

If you do not have enough money for the toll on the HOT, you can split the difference with the toll man.

10.

Laws and Rules of the Road

Which is the correct definition of a roundabout?

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.

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

11.

Special Driving Situations

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

Tow more than your licence permits.

Properly distribute the weight in your caravan or trailer.

Overload your vehicle or trailer.

Secure your load.

12.

Handling Emergencies

What should you do in the event that your vehicle stalls or becomes disabled on railroad tracks?

Exit your vehicle immediately and dial 9-1-1 when you are from the railroad tracks.

Attempt to push your car off of the railroad tracks before the train arrives.

Stay in your vehicle and call for help.

13.

Lane Control

What should motorized bicycle drivers do when using a bike lane?

They should use caution to avoid bicyclists.

Neither options are correct.

No special precautions are required since they are technically driving a bicycle.

14.

Special Driving Situations

A typical stopping distance of a vehicle in dry weather is approximately __________ the distance of a vehicle in ICY or SNOWY weather.

Half (50%)

A tenth (10%).

The same as

A third (33%)

15.

Visual Search

Under ideal circumstances, how long will it take to stop if you are travelling 35 mph?

150 feet

500 feet.

210 feet.

16.

Vehicle Positioning

What is an example of a driver who may present danger to other individuals?

Both options are correct.

Drivers who cannot see other drivers because their view is blocked.

Drivers backing out of driveways or parking space.

17.

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.

18.

Parking

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

CVC 22651.

CVC 480.

CVC 22511.

19.

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 any radios you have.

Checking your tires.

Switching off your engine.

Revving your engine to keep it warm.

20.

Parking

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

Both options are correct.

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

Loaning your placard to friends or family.

21.

Special Driving Situations

Which of the following is true regarding driving at high rates of speeds?

The faster your speed, the more control you have of your vehicle.

The faster you drive, the better your gas mileage will be.

The faster your speed, the less control you have of your vehicle.

22.

Lane Control

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

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

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

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

23.

Sharing the Road

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

24.

Visual Search

Which one of the following is correct when giving enough space to another vehicle?

Always increase your speed when driving along side other vehicles.

At freeway exits, do not drive alongside other vehicles.

Always increase your speed to overtake a vehicle attempting to enter a freeway.

25.

Sharing the Road

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

A valid driver's license.

A helmet.

A valid learner's permit.

26.

Occupant Protection

Which of the following is true when a child is seated next to a side air bag?

You are encouraged to seat your child next to a side air bag.

There is no risk associated with seating a child next to a side airbag.

The child may be at serious risk of injury or fatal injury.

27.

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 see and plan ahead.

Decrease fuel consumption.

Increase your ability to accelerate.

28.

Occupant Protection

Which Penal Code prohibits leaving or confining an animal in an unattended, hot vehicle?

CVC 597.7.

CVC 15620.

CVC 480.

29.

Occupant Protection

How far suggested should drivers ride from the airbag cover?

24 inches

10 inches

5 inches

30.

Parking

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

2 feet.

5 feet.

1 foot.

31.

Visual Search

Which one of the following is correct when giving enough space to another vehicle?

Always tailgate another vehicle.

Neither option is correct.

Do not stay in another driver's blind spot.

32.

Traffic Controls

What is this sign indicating?

This sign indicates that a rest area is near by.

This sign indicates that a trolley is near by.

This sign indicates that there is a ski lodge near by.

33.

Special Driving Situations

Why MUST you switch off your fog lights when visibility improves?

They are bright and dazzle other road users.

They confused other drivers.

It reduces control of your vehicle.

They drain your vehicle's battery.

34.

Lane Control

Which lane is generally the smoothest to drive in?

The right most lane

The middle lane

The left most lane

35.

Safe Driving Practices

At what times are you required to turn on your headlines?

Both options are correct.

30 minutes before sunrise.

30 minutes after sunset.

36.

Special Driving Situations

This road sign has been covered in snow. What does it indicate?

Reduce speed to 30 mph.

Stop at the junction.

Yield to traffic approaching from your right.

No entry.

37.

Special Driving Situations

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

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

You increase the chances of a collision.

You increase the chances of angry drivers.

38.

Parking

Which of the following is an example of illegal parking

When a peace officer requires you to park off of the freeway.

At a red curb.

Parking next to a school.

39.

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

What is the NOTS?

Neither option is correct.

A type of public transit.

The Negligent Operator Treatment System.

40.

Driver Readiness

What should you do to minimise the risk of tiredness? (Select all that apply)

Plan your journey to take sufficient breaks.

Do not begin a journey if you are already tired.

Eat a heavy meal before the journey.

Rest on the hard shoulder of the freeway.

41.

Parking

What does a green parking colored curb indicate?

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

No stopping is allowed at this curb.

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

42.

Occupant Protection

A driver decides to answer a text message that they just received while driving down the interstate. Is this a distraction?

No, as you are allowed to answer text messages while driving as long as you are looking at the road every two seconds.

No, as there is no law against using your phone while driving.

Yes, as this is taking your attention away from the road.

43.

Lane Control

What do two solid yellow lines on a roadway indicate?

No passing.

The center of a road for two-way traffic.

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

44.

Parking

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

On-street parking bays marked out by white lines.

On-street areas marked out by double yellow lines.

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

In off-street parking areas.

45.

Laws and Rules of the Road

General crosswalks are normally marked with what color lines?

Black lines.

Yellow lines.

White lines.

46.

Traffic Controls

What is the correct interpretation of this sign?

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

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

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

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