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.

[ 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 adjust your speed.

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

Judge how sharp the curve is and increase your speed.

[ Occupant Protection ]

Which of the following are true regarding children under the age of 8, and are also less than 4 feet 9 inches tall?

They do not require a child passenger restraint system.

They are not required to wear seatbelts due to their age and height.

They must be properly secured in a federally-approved child passenger restraint system.

[ Sharing the Road ]

If you are needing to make a turn, and you must enter a bike lane to do so, how much distance can you drive into the bike lane?

500 feet.

200 feet.

1 mile.

[ Handling Emergencies ]

You are traveling along a wet road in a vehicle without anti-lock brakes. You apply the brakes and your vehicle begins to skid. What should you do?

Let go of the steering.

Increase speed.

Brake hard immediately.

Release the brakes.

Hint

[ Sharing the Road ]

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

Hint

[ Special Driving Situations ]

You are traveling in hot weather which is causing the road surface to become soft. What will be most affected on your vehicle?

The air conditioning.

The tires.

The exhaust.

The windows.

Hint

[ Additional Driving Laws / Rules ]

Which of the following is one form of financial responsibility of your vehicle?

A blank cheque that you can use in the event that you are in a vehicle accident.

A deposit of $35,000 with the Department of Motor Vehicles.

A copy of your bank statement that shows you have at least $4,000 in it.

[ Additional Driving Laws / Rules ]

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

CVC 2852

CVC 480.

CVC 2817.

[ Additional Driving Laws / Rules ]

If you are under the age of 18 and you are in a vehicle accident, which of the following is true?

You may be fined for the damages.

Your parents or guardians may be liable for civil damagers.

Both options are correct.

10.

[ Alcohol and Drugs ]

When taking medication, whom should you consult before operating a vehicle?

Your breakdown service.

A passenger in your vehicle.

Your doctor or pharmacist

The local fuel station.

Hint

11.

[ Sharing the Road ]

The motorcycle in front of you has a bright red light as shown. 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 shall move to the right or turn right.

The vehicle is braking.

Hint

12.

[ Special Driving Situations ]

You are on snow and about to begin moving. As you set off, you should:

Leave your handbrake on.

Use the highest gear you can.

Always use 1st gear.

Quickly turn the steering to loosen the snow.

Hint

13.

[ Parking ]

What does a yellow 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.

14.

[ Vehicle Positioning ]

What is an example of a distracted person?

Both options are correct.

Construction workers.

Delivery persons.

15.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

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

Treat the blind pedestrian as a standard pedestrian.

Be especially aware and use extreme caution.

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

16.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

What do you do in the event that a pedestrian makes eye contact with your vehicle at a crosswalk?

Both options are correct.

Yield to the pedestrian.

In means that they are ready to cross the street.

17.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What is the correct interpretation of this sign?

You must stop at the limit line before proceeding.

You may not enter the road that the sign is adjacent to.

You must slow down and be ready to stop.

18.

[ Visual Search ]

You are traveling along a road and you see a car reversing out from a driveway on the left. You should NOT:

Use your horn to warn the other driver of your presence.

Slow down.

Speed up and overtake.

Be prepared to stop.

Hint

19.

[ Turns ]

What should you not do when making a right turn?

Increase your speed to make the turn quickly.

Both options are correct.

Turning wide into another lane.

20.

[ Driver Readiness ]

Which of the following will prevent drowsy driving?

Calling a ride service to take you to your destination.

Turning on the air conditioning.

Rolling down the window.

21.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

School crosswalks are normally marked with what color lines?

Yellow lines.

Black lines.

Red lines.

22.

[ Occupant Protection ]

At what age is it considered lawful to allow a child in a car without someone 12 years or older present?

7 years old.

10 years old.

6 years old.

23.

[ Handling Emergencies ]

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

Stop and turn off of the ignition.

Apply the breaks.

Shift to neutral.

24.

[ 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.

25.

[ Handling Emergencies ]

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

Keep your eyes on the road.

Stop and turn off of the ignition.

Look for an alternate route away from traffic.

26.

[ Sharing the Road ]

How much can you be fined if you commit a traffic violating in a construction zone?

One year in prison.

Up to $1,000

Up to $2,000.

27.

[ Special Driving Situations ]

Which of the following is a way to reduce the hazard associated with high winds while driving?

Reducing your speed.

Both options are correct.

Being proactive.

28.

[ Parking ]

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

1 foot.

5 feet.

2 feet.

29.

[ Parking ]

What should you do when you find a space to parallel park?

Signal that you intend to park.

Neither option is correct.

Park as quickly as possible to get out of the way of oncoming traffic.

30.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What does a red arrow light mean?

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

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

You are allowed to make a right turn like normal.

31.

[ Sharing the Road ]

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

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

To stop the wind blowing your exhaust fumes towards them.

To reduce fuel consumption.

To avoid dazzling them with your lights.

Hint

32.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What is this type of sign meant for?

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

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

Nothing. This sign is meant for highway officials only.

33.

[ Sharing the Road ]

Which of these should you avoid when driving around large trucks?

Both of these options are correct.

Lingering alongside a truck when they are passing.

Following too closely or tailgating.

34.

[ Occupant Protection ]

What is the correct way to wear a lap belt seatbelt?

The lap belt should be snug and lies low across your hips.

The lap belt should not be worn at all since it can cause greater injury in the case of a vehicle accident.

The lap belt should lie across your hips with as much slack as possible for comfort.

35.

[ Visual Search ]

If it is hard to see 1,000 feet ahead of you, what should you do?

Turn on your headlights.

Pull over and wait until you can see better.

Proceed like normal.

36.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

Why is it encouraged for a driver to not pass another vehicle that is stopped at a crosswalk?

You are allowed to pass another vehicle stopped at a crosswalk.

A pedestrian may be in front of the vehicle in a position where you cannot see them.

Neither option is correct.

37.

[ Special Driving Situations ]

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

A dime.

A penny.

A quarter.

38.

[ Sharing the Road ]

What does this diagram visualize?

The distance that other vehicles should drive from a large truck.

A representation of how large a large truck is compared to regular vehicles.

A large truck's blind stop.

39.

[ Sharing the Road ]

What does this hazardous load placard mean?

Explosives

Corrosive

Flammable

40.

[ Sharing the Road ]

Which California penal code prohibits following an emergency vehicle, with a siren activated?

CVC 21706

CVC 480.

CVC 22511.

41.

[ Turns ]

Which of the following is correct when making a left turn?

Decrease your speed and make the turn as quickly as possible.

Look over your left shoulder and reduce your speed.

Increase your speed and quickly make the turn.

42.

[ Handling Emergencies ]

What should you do if you are involved in a collision?

Leave the accident.

Argue with the other person, regardless of who caused it.

Stop and call 9-1-1 if anyone is hurt.

43.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What is the correct interpretation for this flashing traffic signal?

Stop and proceed when it is safe to do so.

Stop and go back.

Proceed with a high rate of speed.

44.

[ Sharing the Road ]

When overtaking a horse and rider, what should you do?

Drive around as quickly as possible.

Flash your headlights at the horse rider.

Use your horn to warn the rider of our presence.

Overtake slowly if it is safe to do so.

Hint

45.

[ Alcohol and Drugs ]

If you are under the age of 21, and you are caught with an alcohol beverage in your vehicle, how much can the court fine you for?

2000

3000

Up to $1,000

46.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

What also can be classified as an intersection?

Cross streets.

Alleys.

Both options are correct.

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