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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Turns

Which of the following is an example of an illegal U-turn?

In business districts.

Both options are correct.

On a roadway with two sets of double yellow lines.

Occupant Protection

Why must a rear-facing baby seat not be placed in the front seat of a car with an active frontal airbag?

It will increase the risk of collisions.

An active passenger airbag can cause injury or death to the child.

All airbags will become disabled.

The driver airbag will not deploy in an accident.

Laws and Rules of the Road

Who should you allow sufficient time to cross the street?

Disabled pedestrians.

Both options are correct.

Older pedestrians.

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.

Parking

What does a green parking colored curb indicate?

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

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

No stopping is allowed at this curb.

Laws and Rules of the Road

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

Exercise caution and reduce speed.

Stop if necessary to allow the pedestrian to pass.

Both options are correct.

Driver Readiness

You are traveling through a residential street. What should you be particularly aware of?

Truck drivers.

Loud noises coming from houses.

Cars unexpectedly pulling out.

Children playing in the street.

Traffic Controls

When are you allowed to make a right turn when a red arrow light is present?

You can, applying the same rules as a regular red stop light.

Only when a green signal or a green arrow appears.

At any time.

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.

10.

Driver Readiness

Why should you be aware of warm air in the car whilst driving?

Warm air may be uncomfortable for your passengers.

Unventilated warm air may cause the driver to become sleepy.

May cause excessive sweat.

It can reduce fuel efficiency.

11.

Traffic Controls

What is the correct interpretation for this flashing traffic signal?

Proceed with a high rate of speed.

Stop and proceed when it is safe to do so.

Stop and go back.

12.

Traffic Controls

What is this sign indicating?

No right turn.

No left turn.

No U-turns allowed.

13.

Sharing the Road

What does this diagram visualize?

The distance that other vehicles should drive from a large truck.

A large truck's blind stop.

A representation of how large a large truck is compared to regular vehicles.

14.

Traffic Controls

Which of the following is NOT true regarding a flashing yellow traffic signal?

Yield to any pedestrians, bicycles, or other vehicle in the intersection.

You may proceed like normal, as a flashing yellow traffic signal is a suggestion only.

Proceed with caution.

15.

Sharing the Road

If you are a minor using a bicycle for transportation, what is required?

A valid driver's license.

A valid learner's permit.

A helmet.

16.

Vehicle Positioning

You are traveling in fog behind another vehicle. What should you do to reduce the chances of an accident?

Use your dipped headlights so that you can be seen.

Keep close to the vehicle in front.

Use your flashing hazard lights.

Use your high-beam headlights.

17.

Vehicle Positioning

Why is it important to leave the traffic lane not too fast?

It allows you to remain in control of your vehicle.

Engage your turn signal and cross all lanes simultaneously without stopping.

You can choose any speed you wish to exit traffic, as long as you do not obstruct traffic.

18.

Alcohol and Drugs

You are pulled over for possible Driving under the Influence, and you refuse to submit to a blood or urine test. However, you change your mind later. What is the consequence?

There will be no consequences, as you have changed your mind and you are wiling to submit.

You will be allowed to go since you have changed your mind to submit to the required tests.

Your driving privilege will may still be suspended.

19.

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 left or turn left.

The vehicle shall move to the right or turn right.

The vehicle is braking.

The vehicle is reversing.

20.

Lane Control

Which of the following is true regarding bicycle lane?

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

Neither options are correct.

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

21.

Safe Driving Practices

A road user in front of you is traveling slowly. You should:

Flash your headlights to tell them to speed up or move aside.

Use your horn to tell them to speed up or move aside.

Travel as closely as possible behind them to let them know you want to overtake.

Wait patiently at a safe distance behind them. Overtake when it is safe to do so.

22.

Safe Driving Practices

You should use dipped headlights: (Select all that apply)

When another vehicle is overtaking you.

At night in built-up areas.

During dull daytime weather.

To dazzle other road users.

23.

Traffic Controls

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

Police officers.

Traffic officers.

Traffic wardens.

School crossing patrols.

24.

Occupant Protection

Which Penal Code prohibits leaving or confining an animal in an unattended, hot vehicle?

CVC 15620.

CVC 597.7.

CVC 480.

25.

Safe Driving Practices

You MUST NOT use your vehicle's lights: (Select all that apply)

To flash other drivers if they annoy you.

On full beam setting when there is oncoming traffic.

During the day time.

In a way that dazzles other road users.

26.

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

When are you required to turn your headlights on?

30 minutes after sunset.

30 minutes before sunrise.

Both options are correct.

27.

Safe Driving Practices

Which steering method is recommended when turning at low speeds?

Hand-over-hand steering.

Hand-to-Hand steering

One hand steering

28.

Alcohol and Drugs

Yourself, and your parent are in the vehicle when you are pulled over by a police officer. In the backseat of the vehicle, there is an unopened, sealed container of alcohol. Since you are the individual driving the vehicle, is it lawful for this container of alcohol to be in your vehicle?

Yes, as your parent is in the vehicle with you and is over the age of 21.

No, as alcohol containers cannot be in your vehicle under any circumstance.

Neither option is correct.

29.

Occupant Protection

What is the correct way to wear a shoulder harness style seatbelt?

Worn across the chest with as much slack as possible.

Worn across the abdomen with minimal slack.

Worn across the chest with minimal slack.

30.

Special Driving Situations

If you drive through deep water your brakes might become less effective. What should you do?

Do not use your brakes for at least 10 minutes.

Gently apply light pressure to the brakes while driving slowly to dry them out.

Speed up then brake harshly to quickly dry them.

Speed up to dry your brakes faster.

31.

Sharing the Road

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

3 seconds.

1 second.

4 seconds.

32.

Parking

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

Towards the curb.

Towards the shoulder of the road.

Away from the curb.

33.

Parking

What does a red parking colored curb indicate?

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

No stopping, standing, or parking is permitted.

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

34.

Driver Readiness

Which of the following is correct regarding emotions and driving?

Your emotions have no relation to how well you drive.

Neither option is correct.

Emotions can affect the way that you drive.

35.

Safe Driving Practices

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

Put on a pair of sunglasses.

Keep driving, but look away from the lights.

Reduce your speed and be prepared to stop if necessary.

Speed up to reduce the time you are dazzled.

36.

Safe Driving Practices

When traveling behind another vehicle in fast moving traffic, what is a good rule-of-thumb for measuring a safe distance to the vehicle in front?

Leave at least a 2 second gap between you and the vehicle in front.

Always make sure you cannot read the license plate of the vehicle in front.

You can fit at least 2 other cars in the gap between you.

Always make sure you can read the license plate of the vehicle in front.

37.

Alcohol and Drugs

If an officer suspects you of being under the influence of drugs and/or alcohol, and you refuse to submit to a test, what can happen?

The driver would be subject to longer driver's license suspensions.

The driver will face additional points on their license if they refuse to submit to these tests.

The driver would face no penalty as the law does not legally require you to submit these tests.

38.

Traffic Controls

What is this sign indicating?

Winding Road

T Intersection

Curve.

39.

Sharing the Road

You are about to overtake a person riding a mobility scooter in windy weather. What should you do as you overtake?

Keep as close as possible to them.

Allow plenty of space.

Use your horn.

Use a higher gear whilst overtaking.

40.

Special Driving Situations

Coasting is a term used to describe a vehicle traveling in neutral or with the clutch on. How does this affect your control of the vehicle? (Select all that apply)

It may become more difficult to select the appropriate gear when needed.

Increased use of the footbrake can reduce its effectiveness.

Vehicle handling and response is improved.

Vehicle is safer to drive.

41.

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 six months.

Up to 1 year.

Up to 2 years.

42.

Handling Emergencies

In an emergency, how should you brake?

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

Brake hard immediately, but without locking your wheels.

Brake gently.

Speed up to get around the emergency.

43.

Occupant Protection

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

The FFDL 28 Fast Facts Brochure

California Penal Code 597.7

The United States Constitution

44.

Lane Control

Which of the following is true regarding double white lines?

Neither option is correct.

You may change lanes freely.

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

45.

Special Driving Situations

Why are vehicles fitted with rear fog lights?

To allow other vehicles to see you in fog.

In case your vehicle breaks down.

In case your brake lights don't work.

For learner drivers on the freeway.

46.

Handling Emergencies

If you are involved in an accident where no one was injured, how long do you have to notify the Department of Motor Vehicles?

30 days.

90 days.

10 days.

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