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:

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Some questions may have more than one answer, a note will be displayed when to do this.
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Occupant Protection

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

All of the above.

When there is no rear seat available.

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

Driver Readiness

Which of the following is an example of a condition that physicians are required to report to the Department of Motor Vehicles.

Alzheimer's disease.

Both options are correct.

Lapses of consciousness.

Driver Readiness

What should you do to minimise the risk of tiredness? (Select all that apply)

Plan your journey to take sufficient breaks.

Rest on the hard shoulder of the freeway.

Eat a heavy meal before the journey.

Do not begin a journey if you are already tired.

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 switch on your hazard lights.

You MUST NOT slow down.

You MUST NOT switch on your fog lights.

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

Laws and Rules of the Road

Unregistered and untaxed vehicles can only be used:

On quiet roads with little traffic.

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

Between 10pm and 6am.

When the driver or rider has an appropriate license.

Turns

What is a U-Turn?

Passing a vehicle at a high rate of speed.

Turning your vehicle around in the street to go back the way you came.

There is no definition for a U-Turn in the state of California.

Laws and Rules of the Road

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

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

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

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

Laws and Rules of the Road

If you are approaching a school safety patrol, what should you do?

Obey their directions.

Ignore them and continue observing the rules of the road.

Neither option is correct as most schools do not have school safety patrols.

Special Driving Situations

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

Drive more quickly to reduce time in the snow.

Keep your fog lights on at all times.

Only travel if the journey is essential.

Allow more time for your journey.

10.

Parking

When parking uphill, what way should you turn your wheels?

Away from the curb.

Towards the curb.

Towards the shoulder of the road.

11.

Special Driving Situations

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

Both options are correct.

The vehicle can be swept off of the road.

The roadway can collapse.

12.

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?

5 years.

1 year.

10 years.

13.

Handling Emergencies

In an emergency, how should you brake?

Brake gently.

Brake hard immediately, but without locking your wheels.

Brake hard immediately. It doesn't matter if the wheels lock.

Speed up to get around the emergency.

14.

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

How long can traffic convictions and collisions, at minimum, stay on your record for?

36 months.

12 months.

72 months.,

15.

Occupant Protection

Apart from the required age, what is the other exception for having a rear-facing child passenger restraint system?

The child is 30 pounds or more, and is 3 feet 2 inches taller.

The child is 40 pounds or more.

The child is 20 pounds or more.

16.

Laws and Rules of the Road

What should drivers of hybrid of electric vehicles do when a blind pedestrian is attempting to cross?

Be especially aware and use extreme caution.

Treat the blind pedestrian as a standard pedestrian.

Follow standard right-of-way rules when it comes to blind pedestrians.

17.

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

What California penal code prohibits driving with an unsecured load that is a potential safety hazard?

CVC 24002

CVC 21152

CVC 480.

18.

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 shall move to the right or turn right.

The vehicle is reversing.

The vehicle is braking.

The vehicle shall move to the left or turn left.

19.

Sharing the Road

What does this hazardous load placard mean?

Radioactive

Explosives

Flammable

20.

Sharing the Road

It is against the law to follow how many feet behind an emergency vehicle while their emergency lights are activated?

300 feet.

500 feet.

1,000 feet.

21.

Special Driving Situations

Your car has been covered in snow. Which of these parts of the car should be cleared of ice and snow before beginning a journey: (Select all that apply)

The hood.

The doors.

The windows.

The license plates.

22.

Visual Search

What should you do before changing lanes?

Increase speed and give a signal before changing lanes.

Look into your rearview mirror for nearby vehicles.

Increase speed and change lanes.

23.

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

If your driver's license is suspended, once the suspension period has ended, what must you do to apply for a new driver's license?

You must show a copy of your previous driver's license.

Neither option is correct.

You must show proof of financial responsibility.

24.

Laws and Rules of the Road

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

Only to enter or exit a driveway or alley.

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

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

25.

Special Driving Situations

Which headlights should you use in the event that you have to drive in heavy fog or smoke?

Fog headlights.

High beam headlights.

Low beam headlights.

26.

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 32152.

Both options are correct.

CVC 23153.

27.

Additional Driving Laws/Rules

If your vehicle's engine is running, you MUST NOT:

Clean any ice of the windows.

Rev the engine to warm it up.

Switch it off if you're waiting to pick someone up.

Leave your vehicle unattended.

28.

Alcohol and Drugs

Regardless of age, if you are on probation for DUI, what is the minimum level of BAC before it becomes unlawful to drive?

0.0001

0.0008

0.0005

29.

Safe Driving Practices

When MUST your vehicle's headlights be switched on?

Whenever visibility is reduced.

At night.

Any time other vehicles are on the road.

At all times.

30.

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?

1 vehicle.

3 vehicles.

5 vehicles

31.

Sharing the Road

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

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

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.

32.

Lane Control

Which of the following is true regarding bicycle lane?

Neither options are correct.

It is illegal to drive in a bicycle lane, unless under certain circumstances.

It is legal to drive your vehicle in all bicycle lanes.

33.

Alcohol and Drugs

How long does a DUI conviction remain on your record?

90 days.

10 years.

1 year.

34.

Parking

What does a blue parking colored curb indicate?

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

No stopping, standing, or parking is permitted.

This parking is only permitted for those with a disabled placard or license plate.

35.

Lane Control

Which of the following may apply to you if you drive a low/zero emission vehicle?

You may be exempt from all toll charges on HOT lanes.

You may drive at any speed you wish, regardless of posted signs.

You may be exempt from all Department of Motor Vehicles related charges for your vehicle.

36.

Sharing the Road

In windy weather, a high-sided vehicle in front is overtaking a cyclist. What should you do?

Keep as close to the vehicle in front as possible.

Use your horn.

Keep well back to allow the cyclist room to manoeuvre.

Overtake the cyclist as quickly as possible.

37.

Handling Emergencies

What is the fifth step you must do in the event that your accelerator becomes stuck?

Stop and turn off the ignition.

Keep your eyes on the road.

Warn other drivers by honking and turning on your emergency lights.

38.

Traffic Controls

What does this traffic symbol mean?

Caution.

To Stop.

To turn left.

39.

Safe Driving Practices

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

Put on a pair of sunglasses.

Speed up to reduce the time you are dazzled.

Keep driving, but look away from the lights.

Reduce your speed and be prepared to stop if necessary.

40.

Laws and Rules of the Road

Which of the following is the correct assumption regarding right-of-way rules?

Other drivers will always give you the right-of-way.

Never assume that other drivers will give you the right-of-way.

There are no defined right-of-way rules.

41.

Safe Driving Practices

When traveling at night, your vehicles headlights MUST be switched on. For this purpose, night time is defined as:

The period between half an hour after sunset and half an hour before sunrise.

Whenever the sun is not visible in the sky.

Whenever the street lights are switched on.

Between 8pm and 8am.

42.

Traffic Controls

You MUST obey signals given by the following: (Select all that apply)

Police officers.

School crossing patrols.

Traffic wardens.

Traffic officers.

43.

Handling Emergencies

Your vehicle accelerates too quickly in wet or icy conditions and begins to skid. How should you recover control of the vehicle?

Release the accelerator. Steer into the skid.

Speed up whilst steering away from the skid.

Increase acceleration to speed up out of the skid.

Brake hard immediately. It doesn't matter if the wheels lock.

44.

Alcohol and Drugs

You and two passengers are pulled over by a police officer. Your backseat passenger has an open container of alcohol that they are actively drinking. Is this against the law?

No, as the driver is not the one holding or actively drinking the open container of alcohol.

Yes, as all open containers of alcohol must be kept in the trunk, or where passengers are not seated.

Neither option is correct.

45.

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

If you are under the age of 18, and you are driving, what is required of your parents?

Your parents must assume all financial responsibility for your driving.

Your parents are not required to do anything.

Your parents are not required to assume financial responsibility of your driving, as they are not the one driving the vehicle.

46.

Sharing the Road

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

Both options are correct.

Using your horn for non-emergencies.

Do not tailgate other drivers.

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