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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Special Driving Situations

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

Leave your handbrake on.

Always use 1st gear.

Use the highest gear you can.

Quickly turn the steering to loosen the snow.

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.

Special Driving Situations

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

Only travel if the journey is essential.

Drive more quickly to reduce time in the snow.

Keep your fog lights on at all times.

Allow more time for your journey.

Special Driving Situations

What should you not do when being pulled over by law enforcement?

Refusal to roll down your window, or have your hands in open view.

Both options are correct.

Begin moving around in your vehicle suddenly.

Lane Control

What should you do before overtaking? (Select all that apply)

Make sure other road users are not overtaking you.

Flash your lights first to try to get the vehicle you plan to overtake to speed up.

Make sure there is a suitable gap in front of the vehicle you plan to overtake.

Make sure the road is sufficiently clear ahead.

Occupant Protection

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

No, as you are allowed to answer text messages while driving as long as you are looking at the road every two seconds.

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

No, as there is no law against using your phone while driving.

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.

Yield to traffic and any pedestrians.

Proceed like normal.

Alcohol and Drugs

You are driving down the road after having left the liquor store. The items you bought are in the front passenger seat. Is this legal?

No, this is not legal. You cannot have any form of alcohol in the vehicle.

No, this is not legal as you cannot have unsealed alcohol containers within arm's reach.

Yes, this is legal as long as the alcohol is sealed and, full, and unopened.

Handling Emergencies

Which of the following is one of the most common causes of collisions?

Both options are correct.

Unsafe speeds.

Improper turns.

10.

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.

11.

Turns

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

200 feet

100 feet

500 feet

12.

Traffic Controls

What is this sign indicating?

No turns are permitted.

There is a hospital ahead.

Directional arrow.

13.

Traffic Controls

If you are approaching a stop sign, you must do which of the following?

Stop at the broken white line.

Stop at the solid white line.

Stop at the yellow line.

14.

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.

10 years.

5 years.

15.

Lane Control

What do broken white lines indicate on a roadway?

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

They mark traffic lanes going in the same direction.

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

16.

Occupant Protection

Pregnant women should do the following regarding a harness style seatbelt?

The harness should be placed between the breasts and to the side of the abdomen's bulge.

The harness should be worn across the breasts and over the abdomen's bulge.

No harness should be worn because it can cause greater injury.

17.

Sharing the Road

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

Motorcycle riders.

Pedestrians.

Truck drivers.

Car drivers.

18.

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

If you willfully flee a peace officer attempting to pull you over, what is the consequence?

It is a misdemeanor punishable by imprisonment for no more than 1 year.

Neither option is correct.

Nothing will happen as they had no reason to stop you.

19.

Sharing the Road

You are traveling slowly behind a cyclist in front of you. Why should you give the cyclist plenty of space when overtaking?

The cyclist might swerve to avoid an uneven road surface.

To get a better view of the road ahead.

So that you can travel faster.

So that they are more likely to see you.

20.

Occupant Protection

How far should your passengers ride from the airbag cover?

5 inches.

13 inches

10 inches

21.

Alcohol and Drugs

If you are driving a vehicle that requires a CDL, what is the minimum level of BAC before it becomes unlawful to drive?

0.0001

0.0004

0.0005

22.

Parking

What does a green parking colored curb indicate?

No stopping is allowed at this curb.

Park for a limited time as indicated by a sign or the time painted on the curb.

Stop no longer than the time posted to load/unload passengers or freight.

23.

Sharing the Road

The car in front of you has a flashing amber light as shown. What do you expect the vehicle to do next?

The vehicle is reversing.

The vehicle is braking.

The vehicle shall move to the left or turn left.

The vehicle shall move to the right or turn right.

24.

Lane Control

When passing a vehicle, what is not allowed?

Look ahead for road conditions and traffic that may cause other vehicles to merge as well.

Check traffic behind and beside you.

Drive off the paved road to pass another vehicle in the event that you cannot do it on the paved road.

25.

Sharing the Road

Which of these other road users might not take a normal route through a roundabout? (Select all that apply)

Cyclists

Cars

Long vehicles.

Horse riders.

26.

Alcohol and Drugs

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

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

In your cup holder.

In the trunk of your vehicle.

27.

Occupant Protection

Until what age is a rear-facing child passenger restraint system required?

3 years old.

2 years old.

4 years old.

28.

Alcohol and Drugs

If you are going to consume alcohol before a journey, you should:

Drive with your hazard lights flashing to warn other vehicles.

Drive faster to reduce risk of collisions.

Arrange another means of transport.

Only drink wine and not spirits.

29.

Safe Driving Practices

If your vehicle is low on fuel, you should:

Speed up to consume more fuel.

Stop at the nearest service station to refuel as soon as possible.

Begin a freeway journey.

Keep driving until you almost run out. Cars are more efficient with less fuel in the tank.

30.

Occupant Protection

Under which conditions may a child under 8 years old may ride in the front seat of a vehicle?

The child passenger restraint system cannot be installed properly in the rear set.

When there is no rear seat available.

All of the above.

31.

Lane Control

Which direction should you pass traffic?

You must pass traffic on the left hand side.

You must pass traffic on the right hand side.

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

32.

Traffic Controls

The driver must increase their speed.

Oncoming traffic is stopped and they may turn left.

The signal is about to turn to a red traffic light.

33.

Parking

What does a red parking colored curb indicate?

Park for a limited time as indicated by a sign or the time painted on the curb.

Stop no longer than the time posted to load/unload passengers or freight.

No stopping, standing, or parking is permitted.

34.

Parking

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

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.

Neither option is correct.

35.

Vehicle Positioning

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

Reduce your typical stopping distance.

Increase your ability to accelerate.

Increase your ability to see and plan ahead.

Decrease fuel consumption.

36.

Sharing the Road

The motorcycle in front of you has a flashing amber light as shown. What do you expect the vehicle to do next?

The vehicle is braking.

The vehicle is reversing.

The vehicle shall move to the left or turn left.

The vehicle shall move to the right or turn right.

37.

Occupant Protection

Children under what age must be secured in a rear facing passenger restraint system?

Under 2 years old.

Under 1 year old.

Under 5 years old.

38.

Turns

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

200 feet

500 feet

100 feet

39.

Traffic Controls

In addition to yielding, what must you also do when you come to a YIELD sign?

You must let any vehicle, bicyclist, or pedestrian pass before you proceed.

You must stop at the limit line before proceeding.

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

40.

Lane Control

Which of the following is true when passing vehicles at crossroads and railroad crossings?

It is dangerous to pass vehicles at these points.

It is not dangerous to pass other vehicles at these points.

It is not dangerous to pass vehicles at these points as long as you use caution.

41.

Parking

What California penal code allows local authorities to designate public spaces as an exclusive area for charging vehicles?

CVC 22651.

CVC 22511.

CVC 480.

42.

Alcohol and Drugs

If you are working for a rideshare service, and you are pulled over with a passenger in your vehicle, what is the minimum level of BAC before it becomes unlawful for you to drive?

0.0001

0.0005

0.0004

43.

Parking

What is parallel parking?

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 parallel to an interstate in the event that you are tired from driving.

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

44.

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.

45.

Sharing the Road

Why should you not move in front of a large truck and suddenly stop or slow down?

Neither option is correct

You can move in front of a large truck and stop or slow down suddenly, as they can stop quicker than a regular vehicle.

Because they are a much larger vehicle, it takes longer for them to stop.

46.

Sharing the Road

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

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