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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Sharing the Road

You are about to overtake a cyclist in windy weather. Why should you leave extra room as you overtake?

In case a gust of wind pushes them across the lane.

To avoid dazzling them with your lights.

To stop the wind blowing your exhaust fumes towards them.

To reduce fuel consumption.

Special Driving Situations

You are traveling along a road and you cannot see more than 100 meters (328 feet) in front. What should you do?

You MUST use headlights. You may use fog lights if necessary.

You MUST NOT switch on your fog lights.

You MUST switch on your hazard lights.

You MUST NOT slow down.

Lane Control

Which lane is generally the smoothest to drive in?

The left most lane

The right most lane

The middle lane

Parking

How long until your vehicle may be removed if it is stopped on the freeway?

24 hours.

4 hours.

1 hour.

Safe Driving Practices

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

Reverse very slowly.

Rev your engine loudly.

Use your horn.

Get out of your vehicle and check before moving.

Laws and Rules of the Road

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

55 mph

25 mph

15 mph

Traffic Controls

What is this sign indicating?

Slippery when wet.

Sharp turn.

Two way traffic.

Turns

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

500 feet

100 feet

200 feet

Traffic Controls

What is the correct course of action when you see a solid yellow traffic signal?

Stop under all circumstances and wait for the red light.

Stop and look for pedestrians, then proceed with caution.

Stop if it is safe to do so, otherwise slow down and proceed through the intersection with caution.

10.

Traffic Controls

What is this sign indicating?

Curve.

Winding Road

T Intersection

11.

Occupant Protection

At what age is it considered lawful to allow a child in a car without someone 12 years or older present?

10 years old.

7 years old.

6 years old.

12.

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 accelerate.

Decrease fuel consumption.

Reduce your typical stopping distance.

Increase your ability to see and plan ahead.

13.

Safe Driving Practices

If you are under the age of 18, which of the of the following is correct regarding the use of electronic devices while driving?

Any driver, regardless of age, may use an electronic device while driving as long as they look up every two seconds.

It is unlawful for anyone under the age of 18 to use an electronic device while driving, unless it is in the case of an emergency.

Neither option is correct.

14.

Alcohol and Drugs

If you are over the age of 21, what is the minimum level of BAC before it becomes unlawful to drive?

0.0001

0.0005

0.0008

15.

Parking

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

This means that this is a no parking area.

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

This means that only motorcyclists can park there.

16.

Sharing the Road

What is this diagram representing?

A light-rail vehicle.

An emergency vehicle.

A slow moving vehicle.

17.

Traffic Controls

What is this sign indicating?

Directional arrow.

No turns are permitted.

There is a hospital ahead.

18.

Safe Driving Practices

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.

Do nothing, and proceed with caution.

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

19.

Vehicle Positioning

Which of the following is a safe way to exit the freeway?

Both options are correct.

Signal your intention to exit 5 seconds before reaching the exit.

Signal and look over your shoulder.

20.

Traffic Controls

What is this sign indicating?

Sharp turn.

Two way traffic.

Curve.

21.

Lane Control

Which direction should you pass traffic?

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

You must pass traffic on the left hand side.

You must pass traffic on the right hand side.

22.

Safe Driving Practices

What should you do if you are experiencing vehicle troubles and are unable to continue driving?

Both options are correct.

Turn on your emergency flashers if possible.

Pull off of the road away from traffic.

23.

Laws and Rules of the Road

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

Neither option is correct.

Proceed like normal.

Slow down and be ready to stop.

24.

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 lane just to the left of the right most lane.

The left lost lane.

25.

Lane Control

If you are driving slowly on a two lane road, how many vehicles must be behind you before you are required to turn into a turnout area?

5 vehicles

1 vehicle.

3 vehicles.

26.

Occupant Protection

Which of the following is a type of manual distraction?

Speaking with your passenger(s).

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

Listening to the radio at high volumes.

27.

Laws and Rules of the Road

Who should you allow sufficient time to cross the street?

Both options are correct.

Disabled pedestrians.

Older pedestrians.

28.

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.

Use your horn to alert them to your presence.

Flash your lights in case they are hard of hearing.

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

29.

Sharing the Road

A farmer is herding cows across the road. What should you do?

Turn around and find another route.

Use your horn.

Speed up to get around them more quickly.

Slow down and be ready to stop if necessary.

30.

Traffic Controls

What is this sign indicating?

This sign means that there is an airport near by.

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

This sign means that a rest area is one mile ahead.

31.

Special Driving Situations

Braking harshly on a wet or icy road may cause:

Better steering control.

Improved wheel grip.

The vehicle to skid and lose control.

The vehicle to slow down normally.

32.

Traffic Controls

What is this sign indicating?

Lane ending.

Merging traffic

Added lane.

33.

Special Driving Situations

You are driving your car 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 dipped headlights.

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

Use your flashing hazard lights.

34.

Parking

When parking uphill or downhill, with no curb, what way should you turn your wheels?

Towards the curb.

Away from the curb.

Towards the shoulder of the road.

35.

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

If an individual is convicted of vandalism or graffiti, how long may their driver's license be suspended for?

Up to 1 year.

Up to six months.

Up to 2 years.

36.

Vehicle Positioning

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

Drivers backing out of driveways or parking space.

Drivers who cannot see other drivers because their view is blocked.

Both options are correct.

37.

Alcohol and Drugs

What California penal code allows an officer to arrest you if they reasonably believe if you are under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs?

CVC 23153.

Both options are correct.

CVC 32152.

38.

Vehicle Positioning

When you are on a city street, how much space should you leave to merge, cross, enter/exit traffic?

3 seconds.

A full city block.

Half of a city block.

39.

Special Driving Situations

What are some of the dangers if you are driving on a flooded road?

Both options are correct.

The roadway can collapse.

The vehicle can be swept off of the road.

40.

Vehicle Positioning

What should you do when entering the freeway?

Enter the freeway at or near the speed of traffic.

Decrease your speed below the speed of traffic.

Increase your speed so you can overtake the vehicle closest to you.,

41.

Parking

What does a green 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 is allowed at this curb.

42.

Handling Emergencies

Who can you call for free assistance in the event that your car becomes disabled on the freeway?

California Highway Patrol.

Department of Motor Vehicles.

Freeway Service Patrol.

43.

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 adjacent to a public transit bus lane lawfully.

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

44.

Laws and Rules of the Road

When approaching a pedestrian where do you stop in the event that you have to?

You are not required to stop as you have the right-of-way since you are driving a vehicle.

After the painted lines that mark the crosswalk.

Before the painted lines that mark the crosswalk.

45.

Sharing the Road

Which of these should you avoid when driving around large trucks?

Following too closely or tailgating.

Both of these options are correct.

Lingering alongside a truck when they are passing.

46.

Laws and Rules of the Road

Which is the correct definition of a roundabout?

A roundabout is the part of the roadway set aside for pedestrian traffic.

A roundabout is any place where one line of the roadway meets another roadway.

A roundabout is an intersection where traffic travels around a central island in a counter-clockwise direction.

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