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.

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Visual Search

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

Always tailgate another vehicle.

Do not stay in another driver's blind spot.

Neither option is correct.

Traffic Controls

Where is this sign normally displayed?

High ways.

4 way intersections.

Freeways.

Special Driving Situations

Why are vehicles fitted with rear fog lights?

In case your brake lights don't work.

To allow other vehicles to see you in fog.

In case your vehicle breaks down.

For learner drivers on the freeway.

Laws and Rules of the Road

Which of the following does a roundabout not have?

Bicycle ways.

A roadway.

Neither option is correct.

Alcohol and Drugs

If you are under the age of 21, and your BAC is 0.01%, how long will your driving privileges be suspended for?

1 year.

5 years.

10 years.

Laws and Rules of the Road

What also can be classified as an intersection?

Alleys.

Cross streets.

Both options are correct.

Laws and Rules of the Road

What does it mean when a blind pedestrian pulls in their cane and steps away from the crosswalk?

It generally means for you to go.

It means nothing as this is a common gesture.

It means that they are not going to cross.

Traffic Controls

What is this sign indicating?

Sharp turn.

Slippery when wet.

Two way traffic.

Special Driving Situations

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

Reducing your speed.

Being proactive.

Both options are correct.

10.

Safe Driving Practices

Before making a manoeuvre, changing direction, slowing down or moving off you should always: (Select all that apply)

Switch on your hazard lights.

Give clear signals in plenty of time, having checked it is not misleading to signal at that time.

Use an arm signal to emphasise or reinforce your signal if necessary.

Flash your headlights to warn other road users.

11.

Occupant Protection

Which of the following is a type of cognitive distraction?

Reaching down to pick up an object that fell onto the floor board.

Paying full attention to the road.

Mind off of the road.

12.

Lane Control

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

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

Signal which direction you will be moving to.

Neither option is correct.

13.

Alcohol and Drugs

What is the consequence if your BAC is 0.08% or higher?

The officer may arrest you.

Neither option is correct, as the BAC is not a reliable way to determine how much you have had to drink.

The officer may let you go, as long as you promise to drive straight home at a reduced speed.

14.

Laws and Rules of the Road

What do you do when a school bus begins to flash red lights?

Ignore them as they are a suggestion only.

The mean nothing as they are built as a part of the school bus to fulfil a government mandate.

You must stop until the children cross the street. You may proceed when the lights are no longer flashing red.

15.

Traffic Controls

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

A green arrow traffic signal.

A flashing yellow traffic signal.

A solid green traffic signal.

16.

Sharing the Road

It is particularly important to be aware of: (Select all that apply)

Older drivers.

Truck drivers.

Disabled people.

Fields filled with animals.

17.

Parking

What is a crosshatched area adjacent to a parking space mean?

This means that only motorcyclists can park there.

Any vehicle can park here for a limited amount of time.

This means that this is a no parking area.

18.

Occupant Protection

What brochure can you refer to in the event you are needing clarification regarding Driver Distractions?

The FFDL 28 Fast Facts Brochure

The United States Constitution

California Penal Code 597.7

19.

Turns

What should you not do when making a left turn?

Decrease your speed.

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

Look over your left shoulder.

20.

Traffic Controls

What is the correct interpretation of this sign?

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

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

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

21.

Laws and Rules of the Road

When towing a vehicle or trailer, which lanes must you drive in?

The lane that is closest to the right side of the road.

Any lane as long as you are maintaining the posted speed.

Any lanes regardless of the circumstance, or posted speed.

22.

Safe Driving Practices

When may you use your vehicle's horn? (Select all that apply)

When another road user poses a danger.

To alert other road users of your presence.

When another road user annoys you.

On am empty road in a built up area between 11.30pm and 7am.

23.

Parking

In the event that you have to stop on a freeway, how should you park?

Park completely off of the pavement.

Park in the middle of the lane with your warning lights engaged.

Both options are correct.

24.

Traffic Controls

What is the correct interpretation of this sign?

Both A and B.

This sign means that you should stop and wait for the signal before crossing the railroad tracks.

This sign means that you are approaching a railroad crossing.

25.

Sharing the Road

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

Pedestrians.

Truck drivers.

Car drivers.

Motorcycle riders.

26.

Visual Search

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

At freeway exits, do not drive alongside other vehicles.

Always increase your speed when driving along side other vehicles.

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

27.

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 angry drivers.

You increase the chances of a collision.

28.

Special Driving Situations

When towing, you should: (Select all that apply)

Check your headlights are properly adjusted.

Ensure heavy and sharp objects are secured safely.

Avoid accelerating or braking too sharply.

Carry as much as you can in your trailer or caravan and not your vehicle.

29.

Lane Control

Why type of roadway marking is typically used to indicate bike lanes?

A double yellow line.

A single solid white line.

A broken white line

30.

Traffic Controls

What does a flashing red traffic signal mean?

You must stop your vehicle, and proceed when it is safe.

You must stop your vehicle and wait for the light to turn green.

Continue on like normal, however, expect a delay ahead.

31.

Lane Control

In what situation is it okay to pass traffic on the right-hand side?

When there is an open highway with two or more lanes of travel in your direction.

Both options are correct.

When a driver is making a left-hand turn.

32.

Visual Search

In this image, what does the blue area visualize?

What is ahead.

What is at your side.

Blind spots.

33.

Turns

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

When there is an opening available in the center divider.

At or on a rail road crossing.

Where a "no U-turn" sign is posted.

34.

Safe Driving Practices

In stationary traffic, you should:

Use your mobile phone to report the traffic.

Get out of the vehicle to have a stretch.

Apply the parking brake and release the foot brake to deactivate the brake lights.

Use your horn aggressively to speed up the traffic.

35.

Sharing the Road

On a divided highway with 4 or more traffic lanes in one direction, what lane do large trucks typically drive in?

Any lane they choose, as long as they maintain the posted speed limit.

The left lost lane.

The lane just to the left of the right most lane.

36.

Sharing the Road

The rider of the motorcycle in front of you is moving their hand up and down as shown in the picture. What do you expect the vehicle to do next?

The vehicle shall move to the right or turn right.

The vehicle is reversing.

The vehicle shall move to the left or turn left.

The vehicle is braking.

37.

Special Driving Situations

On curves, there is ___ pull on your vehicle.

A strong downward pull.

A strong outward pull

no pull.

38.

Safe Driving Practices

What should you do in the event that it is too bright for your signal lights to be seen easily?

Use hand-and-arm positions to indicate what you are doing.

Slow down and proceed with caution.

Neither option is correct.

39.

Alcohol and Drugs

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

2 years.

1 year.

5 years.

40.

Special Driving Situations

What effects can a soft road surface have on your vehicle? (Select all that apply)

Improved fuel efficiency.

Slippery road surface.

Noisier exhaust.

Reduced tire grip.

41.

Turns

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

Look over your left shoulder and reduce your speed.

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

Increase your speed and quickly make the turn.

42.

Laws and Rules of the Road

If you have parked on the side of the road, what should you do before reentering the lane?

Proceed with high speed when entering the roadway.

Yield to all traffic.

Quickly turn onto the road before another vehicle comes.

43.

Turns

What is a U-Turn?

Turning your vehicle around in the street to go back the way you came.

Passing a vehicle at a high rate of speed.

There is no definition for a U-Turn in the state of California.

44.

Parking

What should you do before backing up to parallel park?

Lift your foot off of the brake.

Both options are correct.

Check your mirrors.

45.

Special Driving Situations

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

Yield to traffic approaching from your right.

Reduce speed to 30 mph.

No entry.

Stop at the junction.

46.

Alcohol and Drugs

If you have an open container of alcohol, where must you keep it stored at in your vehicle?

In your cup holder.

In the trunk of your vehicle.

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

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