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

Honking your horn may startle other drivers.

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

Both options are correct.

2. Where is it NOT acceptable to park and leave your vehicle? (Select all that apply)

In off-street parking areas.

On-street parking bays marked out by white lines.

On-street areas marked out by double yellow lines.

On-street areas marked out by yellow zig zag lines along the road.

Hint

3. When might you want to slow down instead of traveling at the speed limit? (Select all that apply)

When you are coming up to a blind bend in the road.

On an empty road in good weather.

Coming up to junctions where other road users may pull out with little warning.

In poor weather conditions.

Hint

4. You are under the age of 21, and you are caught with an unopened, sealed container of alcohol in your vehicle. Is this lawful?

Yes, as the alcohol container is not opened.

No, this is not legal as you cannot have any form of alcohol in the vehicle when you are under the age of 21.

Yes, as long as the container of alcohol is in the trunk.

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

Tow more than your licence permits.

Overload your vehicle or trailer.

Secure your load.

Properly distribute the weight in your caravan or trailer.

Hint

6. What should you do when you are coming to a railroad crossing?

Continue forward without reducing speed.

Increase your speed to beat the train before it crosses.

Slow down, look and listen for any oncoming trains. Be prepared to stop.

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

Stop at the solid white line.

Stop at the broken white line.

Stop at the yellow line.

8. Unregistered and untaxed vehicles can only be used:

On quiet roads with little traffic.

Between 10pm and 6am.

When the vehicle is off-road on private land and NEVER uses a public road.

When the driver or rider has an appropriate license.

Hint

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

Hands positioned at 8 and 4 o'clock.

Both options are correct.

Hands positioned 9 and 3 o'clock.

10. 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 shall move to the left or turn left.

The vehicle is reversing.

The vehicle shall move to the right or turn right.

Hint

11. 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.

12. 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.

13. What does a solid green traffic signal mean?

It means proceed with caution

It means Stop

It means Go

14. How much space should you leave between your vehicle and a motorcyclist?

4 seconds.

3 seconds.

1 second.

15. When you are signalling before making a manoeuvre, you should always:

Watch out for signals given by other road users and proceed only when you are satisfied that it is safe.

Use your hazard lights to alert other road users.

Begin your manoeuvre immediately as you have right of way.

Keep signalling for about a minute before you manoeuvre as a warning.

Hint

16. Which of the following is true regarding double white lines?

Neither option is correct.

You must wait until a single broken white line appears before changing lanes.

You may change lanes freely.

17. 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 increase your speed.

Judge how sharp the curve is and make no speed adjustment.

18. 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?

3 vehicles.

1 vehicle.

5 vehicles

19. What is the fourth step you must do in the event that your accelerator becomes stuck?

Keep your eyes on the road.

Look for an alternate route away from traffic.

Apply the breaks.

20. Which of the following can you do to prevent other drivers from becoming angry?

Do not tailgate other drivers.

Both options are correct.

Using your horn for non-emergencies.

21. Braking harshly on a wet or icy road may cause:

Better steering control.

The vehicle to slow down normally.

The vehicle to skid and lose control.

Improved wheel grip.

Hint

22. Why should you keep your wheels pointed straight until you start your turn?

In the event you are hit from behind, you will not be pushed into oncoming traffic.

It reduces the stress on your wheels.

It reduces the risk of a vehicle accident.

23. What does a white rectangular sign normally indicate?

That you must obey important rules.

There are no white rectangular signs in the state of California.

That you must consider following these rules, as they are entirely optional.

24. What direction does traffic travel on a roundabout?

Straight.

Counter-clockwise

Clockwise

25. You are needing to turn left, and you engage your turn signal. In front of you, another vehicle has their right turn signal engaged. What should you do?

Go ahead and turn left since they have their right turn signal engaged.

Neither option is correct.

Wait until the driver has begun their right turn.

26. What is the penalty for failing to stop for a school bus?

Neither option is correct.

A traffic citation.

A fine of up to $1,000.

27. If you are under the age of 21, and you are caught with an alcohol beverage in your vehicle, how long can you vehicle be impounded for?

21 days.

7 days.

30 days.

28. 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 32152.

CVC 23153.

Both options are correct.

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

Horse riders.

Cars

Cyclists

Long vehicles.

Hint

30. In this image, what does the green area visualize?

What is ahead.

What is behind you.

Blind spots.

31. What is the correct interpretation of this sign?

This sign means that you are entering an Emergency Only road.

This sign means that you are entering a roundabout.

This sign means that you are approaching a railroad crossing.

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

Reduce your speed and proceed with caution.

Neither option is correct.

Reduce your speed so you can see what happened.

33. What does it mean to tailgate another vehicle?

When you are passing another vehicle at a high rate of speed.

Neither option is correct.

To drive too close behind another vehicle.

34. What lane should you generally drive in at all times unless otherwise posted?

The lane with the smoothest flow of traffic.

Neither option is correct.

The lane that is very congested with traffic.

35. If you are convicted of a DUI for the second time, how many years will your license be suspended for?

5 years.

2 years.

1 year.

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

Improved fuel efficiency.

Slippery road surface.

Reduced tire grip.

Noisier exhaust.

Hint

37. An eight year old child is riding in the front seat of a vehicle. The vehicle does not have a backseat available. Is it lawful for this child to sit in the front seat?

As long as the child is wearing their seatbelt, it does not matter.

No, as all children must ride in the backseat.

Yes, since there is no rear seat available, the child may sit in the front seat lawfully.

38. When making a right turn, what should you be considering?

Ensure that you signal oncoming motorists they can cross.

Check for pedestrians, and for bicyclists.

Ensure that you keep a minimum of ten feet from the stop line.

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

Make sure the road is sufficiently clear ahead.

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

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.

40. Which lane should you drive in if you plan on making a right turn?

The middle lane.

The right most lane.

The left most lane.

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

Truck drivers.

Motorcycle riders.

Car drivers.

Pedestrians.

Hint

42. What is the correct course of action when you approach a pedestrian?

Stop if necessary to allow the pedestrian to pass.

Exercise caution and reduce speed.

Both options are correct.

43. If you choose to drive slower than normal at any other time, what lane do you not drive in?

Lane Two

Lane One

Lane Three

44. When are you required to turn your headlights on?

Both options are correct.

30 minutes before sunrise.

30 minutes after sunset.

45. In the event that you hit a parked vehicle, what should you do?

Leave a note with your information.

Take a picture of their license plate and inform the Department of Motor Vehicles when you have time.

Do nothing as no one is in the vehicle and no one was hurt.

46. What is the correct interpretation of this sign?

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

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.

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