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.

Turns

When a red arrow traffic signal is present, what is the correct course of action?

Make the turn when there is no oncoming traffic. Follow the right-of-way rules.

Wait until the signal turns a solid green or green arrow.

Neither option is correct.

Special Driving Situations

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

No entry.

Reduce speed to 30 mph.

Stop at the junction.

Yield to traffic approaching from your right.

Traffic Controls

What is this sign indicating?

No right turn.

No U-turns allowed.

No left turn.

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.

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

Overtake the long vehicle on the left.

Lane Control

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

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

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

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

Traffic Controls

What does this sign mean?

Tunnel ahead.

Stop at the junction.

No entry to only vehicular traffic.

No entry to all traffic.

Lane Control

What is the other common name for yield lines?

Passing lanes.

Stopping points.

Shark's teeth.

Visual Search

In this image, what does the red area visualize?

What is behind you.

What is ahead.

Blind spots.

Sharing the Road

You are driving near to a school and see a school crossing guard ahead. How will they signal you to stop?

They will display a 'Crossing Guard' stop sign.

They will point to the children waiting to cross.

They will flash a light at you.

They will hold their arm out with the palm facing you.

10.

Parking

What California penal code allows a vehicle to be removed after 4 hours?

CVC 22651.

CVC 480.

CVC 597.7.

11.

Special Driving Situations

If there is not a speed limit posted before a curve, which should you do?

Judge how sharp the curve is and increase your speed.

Judge how sharp the curve is and make no speed adjustment.

Judge how sharp the curve is and adjust your speed.

12.

Safe Driving Practices

When MUST your vehicle's headlights be switched on?

Visibility is reduced to 500 feet.

Visibility is reduced to 2000 feet.

Visibility is reduced to 1000 feet.

Visibility is reduced to 200 feet.

13.

Sharing the Road

You want to reverse your car but there is a pedestrian waiting to cross the road. You should:

Wave the pedestrian to cross.

Yield to the pedestrian and wait for them to finish crossing.

Reverse quickly before pedestrian begins to cross.

Use your horn to get pedestrian to move out of the way.

14.

Alcohol and Drugs

If you are going to consume alcohol before a journey, you should:

Arrange another means of transport.

Only drink wine and not spirits.

Drive faster to reduce risk of collisions.

Drive with your hazard lights flashing to warn other vehicles.

15.

Handling Emergencies

What is a possible punishment if you fail to notify the Department of Motor Vehicles in the event that you are in a collision?

Nothing will happen, since nobody was injured.

Neither option is correct.

Your driving privilege will be suspended.

16.

Alcohol and Drugs

If you are convicted of a DUI for the second time, how many years will your license be suspended for?

1 year.

2 years.

5 years.

17.

Visual Search

Under ideal circumstances, how long will it take to stop if you are travelling 55 mph?

210 feet.

500 feet.

400 feet.

18.

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:

Revving your engine to keep it warm.

Switching off your engine.

Switching off any radios you have.

Checking your tires.

19.

Vehicle Positioning

When traveling in wet weather, you should keep well back from the vehicle in front. This will:

Reduce your typical stopping distance.

Decrease fuel consumption.

Increase your ability to accelerate.

Increase your ability to see and plan ahead.

20.

Parking

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

Loaning your placard to friends or family.

Both options are correct.

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

21.

Visual Search

You are traveling along a road and you see a car reversing out from a driveway on the left. You should:

Keep going as you have priority.

Speed up to get by the reversing vehicle.

Use your horn, slow down and be prepared to stop.

Move to the right and overtake.

22.

Safe Driving Practices

How much time should you allow before turning on a freeway?

5 seconds.

30 seconds.

10 seconds.

23.

Special Driving Situations

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

Speed up to travel through it as quickly as possible.

Use your hazard lights to warn other drivers.

Check your mirrors and slow down.

Use your fog lights if necessary.

24.

Parking

What does a yellow parking colored curb indicate?

No stopping is allowed at this curb.

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

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

25.

Safe Driving Practices

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

Brake as quickly as possible to reduce time spent idle.

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

Keep as close to the vehicle in front as possible.

Open your windows to improve ventilation.

26.

Parking

What is the penalty for abusing disabled placards?

A misdemeanor charge.

Both options are correct.

A fine of up to $1,000.

27.

Sharing the Road

You are traveling with a motorcycle riding 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.

To get a better view of the road ahead.

To avoid an uneven road surface or an icy patch.

Motorcycle riders like to show off.

28.

Vehicle Positioning

You are traveling in fog behind another vehicle. What should you do to reduce the chances of an accident?

Keep close to the vehicle in front.

Use your flashing hazard lights.

Use your high-beam headlights.

Use your dipped headlights so that you can be seen.

29.

Lane Control

What is the correct interpretation of this diagram?

Broken yellow line indicates that you may pass if it can be done so safely.

Double solid lines indicates that you may not pass.

No passing if the solid yellow line is on your side.

30.

Occupant Protection

Which of the following is correct regarding lap belt and shoulder harness style seatbelts?

Wearing both may cause greater injury in the event of a vehicle accident.

Wearing both will increase the chance of a survival in a vehicle accident.

Wearing both will decrease the chance of a survival in a vehicle accident.

31.

Special Driving Situations

What is a symptom of carbon monoxide poisoning?

Nausea.

Dizziness.

Both options are correct.

32.

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.

33.

Special Driving Situations

If you are not able to see any farther than 100 feet in front of you, what should you reduce your speed to?

45 mph.

50 mph.

30 mph or below.

34.

Sharing the Road

Some of the most vulnerable road users are: (Select all that apply)

Cyclists.

Car drivers.

Horse riders.

Truck drivers.

35.

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

What is the fee you may be required to pay to the Department of Motor Vehicles in the event that you driver's license is suspended?

200

36.

Handling Emergencies

Your vehicle brakes too quickly in wet or icy conditions and begins to skid. How should you recover control of the vehicle?

Increase acceleration to speed up out of the skid.

Brake hard immediately. It doesn't matter if the wheels lock.

Release the brakes. Steer into the skid.

Speed up whilst steering away from the skid.

37.

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.

38.

Traffic Controls

What does a solid yellow traffic signal mean?

Caution. Stop if you can do so safely.

Stop under all circumstances.

Go.

39.

Laws and Rules of the Road

Which of the following is true when driving in a roundabout?

You may pass vehicles using any additional lanes.

Do not stop or pass vehicles.

You may enter using a high rate of speed.

40.

Traffic Controls

When are you allowed to make a right turn when a red arrow light is present?

You can, applying the same rules as a regular red stop light.

At any time.

Only when a green signal or a green arrow appears.

41.

Vehicle Positioning

You are traveling in fog behind another vehicle. What should you do to reduce the chances of an accident?

Use your high-beam headlights.

Use your flashing hazard lights.

Keep close to the vehicle in front.

Keep a safer distance from the vehicle in front.

42.

Laws and Rules of the Road

What should drivers of hybrid of electric vehicles do when a blind pedestrian is attempting to cross?

Be especially aware and use extreme caution.

Treat the blind pedestrian as a standard pedestrian.

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

43.

Safe Driving Practices

If your vehicle is low on fuel, you should:

Begin a freeway journey.

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

Speed up to consume more fuel.

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

44.

Parking

How long of a parking space should you find before parallel parking?

3 feet longer than your vehicle.

2 feet longer than your vehicle.

1 foot longer than your vehicle.

45.

Turns

How do you know what lane is designated as a public transit bus lane?

It is common knowledge to know what is designated as such.

There are no specified public transit bus lanes in the state of California.

Signs will be posted that designate it.

46.

Lane Control

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

Signal and change lanes without any other precautionary measures.

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

Be sure that there is enough room for your vehicle in the next lane.

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