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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[Vehicle Positioning]

What is an example of a driver who may present danger to other individuals?

Drivers who pass you when there is a curve ahead of you.

Neither option is correct.

A driver on the freeway travelling at 55 mph.

[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.

[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.

[Special Driving Situations]

After how many miles should you rotate your tires?

Every 3,000 to 5,000 miles.

Every 6,000 to 7,000 miles.

Every 1,000 - 2,000 miles.

[Sharing the Road]

In slow moving traffic, you should: (Select all that apply)

Block other vehicles from feeding onto the road from a slip road.

Be aware of cyclists and motorcycles passing between vehicles.

Use your horn to speed the traffic up.

Allow access into and from sideroads.

[Visual Search]

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

Pull over and wait until you can see better.

Turn on your headlights.

Proceed like normal.

[Laws and Rules of the Road]

What is required to do when approaching a crosswalk?

Reduce your speed and exercise caution.

Both options are correct.

Be prepared to stop to ensure the safety of the pedestrian.

[Traffic Controls]

What is the correct interpretation of this sign?

This sign means that you cannot do a certain action.

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

This sign indicates that you are entering the incorrect road with the incorrect vehicle.

[Sharing the Road]

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

10.

[Lane Control]

How is a low/zero emission vehicle indicated?

Neither option is correct.

A homemade decal that you can put on any vehicle.

A special Department of Motor Vehicles-issued decal.

11.

[Visual Search]

What should you do before changing lanes?

Increase speed and change lanes.

Increase speed and give a signal before changing lanes.

Look into your rearview mirror for nearby vehicles.

12.

[Safe Driving Practices]

What is this diagram representing?

The driver is indicating that they are turning left.

The driver is indicating that they are turning right.

The driver is indicating that they are slowing down or stopping.

13.

[Occupant Protection]

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

California Penal Code 597.7

The United States Constitution

The FFDL 28 Fast Facts Brochure

14.

[Sharing the Road]

You are about to overtake a horse and rider. What should you NOT do? (Select all that apply)

Travel closely behind the horses.

Use your horn.

Overtake slowly giving them plenty of space.

Rev your engine loudly.

15.

[Parking]

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

CVC 597.7.

CVC 480.

CVC 22651.

16.

[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.

Neither option is correct.

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

17.

[Alcohol and Drugs]

What is the purpose of an IID?

A device designed purely to make driving more difficult.

To prevent you from starting your vehicle if there is alcohol on your breath.

A type of headlight that allows you to see better at night.

18.

[Sharing the Road]

When passing a bicyclist, how much space should you leave between your vehicle and the bicyclist?

1 foot.

2 feet.

3 feet.

19.

[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.

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

Reverse quickly before pedestrian begins to cross.

20.

[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.

21.

[Safe Driving Practices]

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 loud volume.

Listening to the radio at a low volume.

22.

[Driver Readiness]

Which of the following will not prevent drowsy driving?

Taking regular rest stops.

Calling a ride service to take you to your destination.

Rolling down the window.

23.

[Additional Driving Laws / Rules]

If an individual is from out of state, once they receive a job or become a resident, how long do they have to register their vehicle with the state of California?

20 days.

5 days.

7 days.

24.

[Safe Driving Practices]

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

Both options are correct.

Hands positioned at 8 and 4 o'clock.

Hands positioned 9 and 3 o'clock.

25.

[Sharing the Road]

You are about to overtake a motorcyclist in windy weather. What should you do as you overtake?

Overtake as quickly as possible.

Allow plenty of space.

Keep as close as possible to them.

Use your horn.

26.

[Lane Control]

What lane is considered the left most lane?

Number 1

Number 3

Number 2

27.

[Safe Driving Practices]

What is hand-to-hand steering also referred to as?

One hand steering.

Hand-over-hand steering.

Push/pull steering.

28.

[Safe Driving Practices]

If you break down, and you have emergency flares available, what distance should you place them from your vehicle?

100 feet behind your vehicle.

500 feet behind your vehicle.

200 feet behind your vehicle.

29.

[Vehicle Positioning]

You are driving along a freeway in wet weather. You should keep well back from the vehicle in front because:

Increase your ability to see and plan ahead.

Increase your ability to accelerate.

Reduce your typical stopping distance.

Decrease fuel consumption.

30.

[Laws and Rules of the Road]

What should you do if you see senior citizens crossing the road ahead?

Rev your engine loudly to get them to move out of the way.

Slow down and prepare to stop. Be patient and allow them to finish crossing.

Flash your lights in case they are hard of hearing.

Use your horn to alert them to your presence.

31.

[Laws and Rules of the Road]

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

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

Any lanes regardless of the circumstance, or posted speed.

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

32.

[Safe Driving Practices]

You may use your hazard warning lights when you:

Are being towed on a freeway or unrestricted roadway.

Need to warn other road users of an obstruction ahead.

Park dangerously or illegally.

To thank other drivers.

33.

[Occupant Protection]

How far should your passengers ride from the airbag cover?

5 inches.

13 inches

10 inches

34.

[Laws and Rules of the Road]

At T intersections without STOP or YIELD signs, what action is correct?

No specific rules are defined for T intersections.

Proceed like normal.

Yield to traffic and any pedestrians.

35.

[Safe Driving Practices]

Before setting off on a journey, you should ensure that: (Select all that apply)

You have sufficient fuel for your journey and planned where you can refuel if necessary.

You consume alcohol to improve your performance.

You have planned your route allowing plenty of time.

Any restraints are adjusted to reduce risk of neck and back injuries in a collision.

36.

[Traffic Controls]

What is this sign indicating?

No left turn.

No right turn.

No U-turns allowed.

37.

[Lane Control]

What should motorized bicycle drivers do when using a bike lane?

Neither options are correct.

No special precautions are required since they are technically driving a bicycle.

They should use caution to avoid bicyclists.

38.

[Sharing the Road]

A farmer is herding sheep across the road and has asked you to stop your vehicle until he has finished. You should:

Use your horn to get the sheep to move faster.

Keep going as you have right of way.

Stop and turn your engine off until directed to continue.

Ignore the farmer as he has no authority.

39.

[Vehicle Positioning]

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

Increase your ability to see and plan ahead.

Decrease fuel consumption.

Increase your ability to accelerate.

Reduce your typical stopping distance.

40.

[Occupant Protection]

Which of the following is a type of manual distraction?

Listening to the radio at high volumes.

Taking your hands off of the steering wheel while your vehicle is in motion.

Speaking with your passenger(s).

41.

[Turns]

Under which circumstance can you make a legal U-turn in a residential district?

Across a double yellow line when it is safe and legal.

If there are no vehicles approaching you within 200 feet.

Both options are correct.

42.

[Turns]

At what distance should you signal before making a right turn?

100 feet

200 feet

500 feet

43.

[Parking]

Which California penal code prohibits parking in a crosshatched space?

CVC 480.

CVC 597.7.

CVC 22507.8

44.

[Lane Control]

Which direction should you pass traffic?

You must pass traffic on the right hand side.

It is not lawful to pass any vehicle under any circumstance.

You must pass traffic on the left hand side.

45.

[Special Driving Situations]

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

Reduced tire grip.

Noisier exhaust.

Improved fuel efficiency.

Slippery road surface.

46.

[Laws and Rules of the Road]

What is the correct definition for California's Basic Speed Law?

The Basic Speed Law does not exist in the state of California.

The Basic Speed Law means that you may never drive faster than is safe for current conditions.

The Basic Speed Law means that you may drive at whatever speed you feel comfortable with.

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