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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1. Under what circumstances are you allowed to cross a sidewalk with your vehicle?

You are allowed to cross the sidewalk in the event that you are trying to pass another vehicle.

Only to enter or exit a driveway or alley.

You are allowed to cross a sidewalk with your vehicle for any reason.

2. A driver begins to eat something that they just bought a restaurant. Is this a distraction?

Yes, as the driver can become distracted while eating.

No, the driver purchased the items and has the right to eat it before it gets cold.

No, as long as the driver is keeping their eyes on the road, it is not a distraction.,

3. Whilst driving or riding, you should avoid distractions such as: (Select all that apply)

Adjusting your rear-view mirror.

Adjusting or starting the radio.

Listening to the radio at a low volume.

Listening to the radio at a loud volume.

Hint

4. Which of these light signals implies the car is reversing or will reverse?

Hint

5. In what situation is it okay to leave your child and/or animals in a hot vehicle?

Not at all, as it is unlawful and dangerous.

When the windows are cracked slightly to allow air to enter the vehicle.

When the windows are fully opened to allow as much air as possible into the vehicle.

6. Which of these are hazards you should be aware of on residential streets? (Select all that apply)

Pedestrians.

Car doors opening.

Children running out from behind parked cars.

Vehicles moving off.

Hint

7. What is the correct interpretation of this sign?

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.

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

8. 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.

Motorcycle riders like to show off.

To avoid an uneven road surface or an icy patch.

Hint

9. You are driving down the road and you witness a collision. Regarding using electronic devices, what may you do?

Take a picture of the accident and continue driving.

Neither option is correct.

Call for help, since this is an emergency.

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

Avoid driving directly along other vehicles on multilane streets.

Always increase your speed when driving along side other vehicles.

Neither option is correct.

11. What lane number is considered the fast lane?

Number 2

Number 3

Number 1

12. What does this traffic symbol mean?

To turn left.

Caution.

To Stop.

13. What is this sign indicating?

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

This sign indicates that a trolley is near by.

This sign indicates that a rest area is near by.

14. What is this sign indicating?

Curve.

Directional arrow.

Winding road.

15. Which of the following is a suggestion provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration?

Both options are correct.

Hands positioned 9 and 3 o'clock.

Hands positioned at 8 and 4 o'clock.

16. 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.

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

Keep a safer distance from the vehicle in front.

Keep close to the vehicle in front.

Use your flashing hazard lights.

Use your high-beam headlights.

Hint

18. What does this hazardous load placard mean?

Flammable

Explosives

Radioactive

19. You want to reverse your car but cannot see if it is safe. You should:

Get out of your vehicle and check before moving.

Use your horn.

Reverse very slowly.

Rev your engine loudly.

Hint

20. Whilst traveling at night, another vehicle is overtaking you. You should:

Flash your lights at the other driver.

Switch on your hazard warning lights.

Dip your headlights to avoid dazzling other road users.

Speed up to prevent the overtaking.

Hint

21. 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.

22. Which of the following is true regarding blind pedestrians?

No special precautions are required.

They must be given the right-of-way at all times.

Neither option is correct.

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

The same as

Five times (5x)

Triple

Ten times (10x)

Hint

24. At what distance should you signal before making a left turn?

200 feet

500 feet

100 feet

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

Neither option is correct.

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

Using a placard after it has been reporting that it has been lost or stolen.

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

During dull daytime weather.

At night in built-up areas.

To dazzle other road users.

When another vehicle is overtaking you.

Hint

27. Which of the following is correct regarding emergency vehicles with their sirens activated?

You must yield the right-of-way.

You can proceed like normal, ignoring the sirens and lights.

Decrease your speed and proceed like normal.

28. In this image, what do the shaded areas visualize?

How far other vehicles should travel from your vehicle.

The correct way to travel down a highway.

The blind spots of your vehicle.

29. What does this hazardous load placard mean?

Explosives

Flammable

Corrosive

30. If you are dazzled by another vehicle's lights, you should:

Reduce your speed and be prepared to stop if necessary.

Put on a pair of sunglasses.

Keep driving, but look away from the lights.

Speed up to reduce the time you are dazzled.

Hint

31. 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.

32. What is a center left turn lane?

A lane that is located in the middle of a two-way street.

A lane that is used for left turns on any roadway.

There are no left turn lanes indicated on a roadway.

33. What should you do if you see a vehicle's hazard lights ahead?

Reduce your speed and proceed with caution.

Reduce your speed so you can see what happened.

Neither option is correct.

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

Stay in your vehicle and call for help.

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.

35. What is the correct interpretation of this sign?

This sign means that you cannot do a certain action.

Slow down and stop.

Stop at the intersection before proceeding with caution.

36. The driver ahead of you made a mistake while driving, and you want to alert them to it. What do you do?

Honk your horn at them to let them know they made a mistake.

Honk your horn at them to alert them to pay attention.

Do nothing, and proceed with caution.

37. You MUST NOT use your vehicle's lights: (Select all that apply)

To flash other drivers if they annoy you.

On full beam setting when there is oncoming traffic.

In a way that dazzles other road users.

During the day time.

Hint

38. Where are Low Speed Vehicles and Neighborhood Electric Vehicles restricted to?

Roadways where the speed limit is greater than 55 mph.

Roadways where the speed limit is greater than 35 mph.

Roadways where the speed limit is greater than 40 mph.

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

Release the brakes.

Let go of the steering.

Increase speed.

Brake hard immediately.

Hint

40. 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.

41. What is the speed limit when you are in a business district?

35 mph, unless otherwise posted.

55 mph, unless otherwise posted.

25 mph, unless otherwise posted.

42. Which of these light signals implies the motorcycle is slowing down and maybe about to stop?

Hint

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

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

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.

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

Neither option is correct.

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.

45. Which of these light signals implies the car will turn left or move to the left?

Hint

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

1 point

4 points.

2 points.

47 out of 46

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