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 you drive through deep water your brakes might become less effective. What should you do?

Speed up then brake harshly to quickly dry them.

Gently apply light pressure to the brakes while driving slowly to dry them out.

Speed up to dry your brakes faster.

Do not use your brakes for at least 10 minutes.

Occupant Protection

Which of the following is considered a driver's distraction?

Looking at Google Maps or another GPS application.

Reaching for an object inside of the vehicle.

Not using handheld devices while driving.

Sharing the Road

The rider of the motorcycle in front of you is holding their arm out straight to the right as shown in the picture. What do you expect the vehicle to do next?

The vehicle shall move to the left or turn left.

The vehicle shall move to the right or turn right.

The vehicle is braking.

The vehicle is reversing.

Sharing the Road

The rear of the car in front of you has a white light. What do you expect the vehicle to do next?

The vehicle is braking.

The vehicle shall move to the left or turn left.

The vehicle is reversing.

The vehicle shall move to the right or turn right.

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

If an individual is convicted of engaging in a speed contest that results in bodily injury to another person, what is the consequence?

Both options are correct.

Imprisonment.

A fine.

Handling Emergencies

What is the number available for the Freeway Service Patrol?

9-1-1.

8-1-1.

5-1-1.

Safe Driving Practices

Why is it important to only honk your horn when necessary?

Both options are correct.

It may make the driver angry if they made a mistake.,

Honking your horn may startle other drivers.

Traffic Controls

What does a flashing red traffic signal mean?

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

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

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

Handling Emergencies

What is the second 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.

Apply the breaks.

10.

Sharing the Road

You are reversing your car and a pedestrian starts walking behind you. You should:

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

Rev your engine to show your annoyance.

Stop and wait for the pedestrian to finish crossing.

Keep going as you have right of way.

11.

Lane Control

What is a separated bikeway?

A lane that provides greater separation from adjacent vehicle traffic.

A route that is for the exclusive use of bicyclists.

A route for bicyclists on streets shared with vehicle traffic.

12.

Special Driving Situations

At what speed can your tires loss all contact with the road if there is a lot of water?

50 mph.

30 mph.

20 mph.

13.

Traffic Controls

What is this sign indicating?

This sign indicates that a rest area is near by.

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

This sign indicates that a trolley is near by.

14.

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.

15.

Occupant Protection

How far suggested should drivers ride from the airbag cover?

24 inches

5 inches

10 inches

16.

Safe Driving Practices

You should use dipped headlights: (Select all that apply)

To dazzle other road users.

At night in built-up areas.

During dull daytime weather.

When another vehicle is overtaking you.

17.

Laws and Rules of the Road

What is the speed limit in any alley in the state of California?

55 mph

15 mph

25 mph

18.

Alcohol and Drugs

You and two passengers are pulled over by a police officer. Your backseat passenger has an open container of alcohol that they are actively drinking. Is this against the law?

No, as the driver is not the one holding or actively drinking the open container of alcohol.

Neither option is correct.

Yes, as all open containers of alcohol must be kept in the trunk, or where passengers are not seated.

19.

Safe Driving Practices

A driver is moving slowly, and you want them to go faster. Should you honk your horn at them?

No, as the driver may not be able to go any faster due to one reason or another

Yes, as you want them to get out of the way.

Yes, as you are in a hurry and you need to get to your destination.

20.

Parking

What is parallel parking?

A driving technique that allows you to park parallel to an interstate in the event that you are tired from driving.

A driving technique that allows you to park parallel to the road in line with other vehicles.

A driving technique that allows you to park adjacent to a public transit bus lane lawfully.

21.

Special Driving Situations

Ice and snowy weather has been forecasted. You should: (Select all that apply)

Drive more quickly to reduce time in the snow.

Keep your fog lights on at all times.

Allow more time for your journey.

Only travel if the journey is essential.

22.

Safe Driving Practices

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

Department of Motor Vehicles.

Transportation Security Administration.

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

23.

Laws and Rules of the Road

School crosswalks are normally marked with what color lines?

Red lines.

Black lines.

Yellow lines.

24.

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.

25.

Laws and Rules of the Road

While pedestrians have the right-of-way, what is also required of them?

Pedestrians must abide by the rules of the road.

Pedestrians have their own set of rules that they must abide to since they are not in a vehicle.

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

26.

Lane Control

What do double white lines indicate on a roadway?

They separate traffic lanes on roads with two or more lanes in the same direction.

They indicate a lane barrier between regular use and a preferential use lane.

They mark traffic lanes going in the same direction.

27.

Special Driving Situations

You are traveling in heavy traffic in wet weather. Rain and spray from the road are limiting visibility. You should: (Select all that apply)

Use your fog lights if visibility is below 100m.

Use your horn so other road users are aware of you.

Use your flashing hazard lights.

Use dipped headlights.

28.

Special Driving Situations

What do all gas-powered vehicles produce?

Sodium chloride.

Carbon monoxide.

Oxygen.

29.

Visual Search

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

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

Always increase your speed when driving along side other vehicles.

If possible and safe, make room for vehicles entering freeways.

30.

Safe Driving Practices

You should adjust your seat and mirrors correctly in order to:

Keep your body as close as possible to the steering wheel, even if its uncomfortable.

Keep the distracting vehicle controls out of reach.

Ensure comfort, full control and maximum field of vision.

Ensure you can see yourself whilst you drive.

31.

Safe Driving Practices

In stationary traffic, you should:

Get out of the vehicle to have a stretch.

Use your mobile phone to report the traffic.

Use your horn aggressively to speed up the traffic.

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

32.

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 your engine.

Checking your tires.

Revving your engine to keep it warm.

Switching off any radios you have.

33.

Handling Emergencies

What should you do in the event that you begin to skid while driving on ice?

Slam on your brakes.

Increase your speed to create more traction.

Ease off of the accelerator.

34.

Parking

When parking downhill, what way should you turn your wheels?

Towards the curb.

Towards the shoulder of the road.

Away from the curb.

35.

Traffic Controls

What is this sign indicating?

There is a hospital ahead.

Crossroad.

Railroad tracks.

36.

Sharing the Road

What does this hazardous load placard mean?

Radioactive

Corrosive

Flammable

37.

Special Driving Situations

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

Properly distribute the weight in your caravan or trailer.

Tow more than your licence permits.

Overload your vehicle or trailer.

Secure your load.

38.

Parking

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

This means that only motorcyclists can park there.

This means that this is a no parking area.

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

39.

Traffic Controls

This type of sign is often paired with which of the following signs?

A yield sign.

A railroad crossing sign.

A traffic light.

40.

Lane Control

If there are only two lanes, which lane should you choose for the smoothest driving?

The left lane.

The right lane.

Either lane is perfectly acceptable.

41.

Sharing the Road

You are about to overtake a person riding a mobility scooter in windy weather. What should you do as you overtake?

Use a higher gear whilst overtaking.

Allow plenty of space.

Keep as close as possible to them.

Use your horn.

42.

Handling Emergencies

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

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

Speed up whilst steering away from the skid.

Release the accelerator. Steer into the skid.

Increase acceleration to speed up out of the skid.

43.

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

How many points must you have in a 12 month period to be considered a negligent operator?

2 points.

4 points.

1 point

44.

Traffic Controls

What does this traffic symbol mean?

To Stop.

Caution.

To turn left.

45.

Driver Readiness

Which of the following is an example of a condition that physicians are required to report to the Department of Motor Vehicles.

Both options are correct.

Alzheimer's disease.

Lapses of consciousness.

46.

Traffic Controls

When coming to a stop sign, where must you fully stop your vehicle at?

You must stop at the white limit line.

You must stop after the stop sign.

You may choose where you are allowed to stop, as long as you make a full stop.

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