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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Laws and Rules of the Road

Why is it encouraged for a driver to not pass another vehicle that is stopped at a crosswalk?

A pedestrian may be in front of the vehicle in a position where you cannot see them.

You are allowed to pass another vehicle stopped at a crosswalk.

Neither option is correct.

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.

Vehicle Positioning

What should you do when entering the freeway?

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

Decrease your speed below the speed of traffic.

Enter the freeway at or near the speed of traffic.

Visual Search

In this image, what does the green area visualize?

Blind spots.

What is ahead.

What is behind you.

Traffic Controls

What does a red arrow light mean?

You are allowed to make a right turn like normal.

Right turns are not allowed at any time, even when the light is green.

It is similar to a red stop light, however, you cannot make a right turn at any time.

Traffic Controls

What does a solid yellow traffic signal mean?

Go.

Stop under all circumstances.

Caution. Stop if you can do so safely.

Traffic Controls

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

Stop at the yellow line.

Stop at the broken white line.

Stop at the solid white line.

Alcohol and Drugs

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

0.0001

0.0008

0.0005

Traffic Controls

What is this sign indicating?

Crossroad.

End divided highway

Divided highway.

10.

Driver Readiness

What should you not do before driving?

Ensure that you have enough rest to drive.

Mix alcohol with your medications.

Neither option is correct.

11.

Occupant Protection

Which of the following is NOT a result from overexposure to heat?

Dehydration

Heat stroke

Starvation

12.

Visual Search

Which one of the following is correct when giving enough space to another vehicle?

Do not stay in another driver's blind spot.

Neither option is correct.

Always tailgate another vehicle.

13.

Parking

How many inches should your vehicle be from the curve when you have finished parallel parking?

No further than 24 inches

No further than 6 inches.

No further than 18 inches.

14.

Handling Emergencies

What is a possible punishment if you fail to notify the Department of Motor Vehicles in the event that you are in a collision?

Your driving privilege will be suspended.

Nothing will happen, since nobody was injured.

Neither option is correct.

15.

Safe Driving Practices

You are preparing to pull away from a curb, but you do not see any oncoming vehicles in any direction. What is the safest course of action?

Do not signal and take your time pulling out onto the roadway.

Neither option is correct.

Signal that you are turning anyway.

16.

Handling Emergencies

What do you need to provide to the Emergency Notification System if you have to call them due to your vehicle stalling on railroad tracks?

Your location and the railroad crossing number if posted.

The year and make of your vehicle.

Neither option is correct as you do not call the Emergency Notification System in this situation

17.

Traffic Controls

When coming to a stop sign, where must you fully stop your vehicle at?

You must stop at the white limit line.

You must stop after the stop sign.

You may choose where you are allowed to stop, as long as you make a full stop.

18.

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?

90 days.

10 days.

30 days.

19.

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?

0.0005

0.0001

0.0008

20.

Laws and Rules of the Road

If two vehicles meet on a steep road where neither car can pass, who has the right-of-way?

The vehicle going downhill.

Neither vehicle has the right-of-way. Both vehicles are responsible for determining who may go.

The vehicle going uphill.

21.

Special Driving Situations

What can possibly happen if you drive faster or slower than the rest of traffic?

You increase the chances of angry drivers.

You increase the chances of a collision.

Nothing will happen as long as you are below or at the speed limit.

22.

Occupant Protection

Which of the following is a type of manual distraction?

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

Speaking with your passenger(s).

Listening to the radio at high volumes.

23.

Laws and Rules of the Road

General crosswalks are normally marked with what color lines?

Yellow lines.

Black lines.

White lines.

24.

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

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

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

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

Neither option is correct.

25.

Handling Emergencies

You are traveling along a wet road. Your steering begins to feel light and unresponsive. You should:

Increase speed.

Release the accelerator to gradually slow down.

Brake hard immediately.

Turn the steering as far as you can to the right.

26.

Traffic Controls

Which of the following signs means to remain stopped until the green signal, or green arrow appears?

A flashing yellow traffic signal.

A flashing red traffic signal.

A red arrow traffic signal.

27.

Occupant Protection

Under what circumstances are seatbelts required to be worn?

Only when the vehicle is traveling greater than 15 miles per hour.

When there are more than two occupants in a vehicle.

At all times.

28.

Special Driving Situations

Whilst driving when it is snowing, you should:

Pull over into a service area and wait for the weather to improve.

Never use your fog lights.

Slow down and allow plenty of time to brake gently.

Drive as quickly as possible.

29.

Handling Emergencies

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

Both options are correct.

Unsafe speeds.

Improper turns.

30.

Laws and Rules of the Road

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

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

Be especially aware and use extreme caution.

Treat the blind pedestrian as a standard pedestrian.

31.

Special Driving Situations

At what speed can your tires loss all contact with the road if there is a lot of water?

50 mph.

20 mph.

30 mph.

32.

Visual Search

What is the "3 second rule"?

When you are passing another vehicle, you have three seconds to pass

Neither option is correct.

A method in which you can ensure that there is enough distance between you and the vehicle in front of you.

33.

Lane Control

What do two solid yellow lines on a roadway indicate?

The center of a road for two-way traffic.

Indicates that you may pass if the broken line is next to your driving lane.

No passing.

34.

Vehicle Positioning

In the event that you need to cross multiple freeway lanes, what is the best course of action.

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

Cross them one at a time until each lane is clear.

Wait until all of the lanes are clear, then proceed to merge into the one you need to be in.

35.

Sharing the Road

What does this diagram visualize?

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

A large truck's blind stop.

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

36.

Handling Emergencies

What should you do in the event that you begin to skid while driving on ice?

Slam on your brakes.

Ease off of the accelerator.

Increase your speed to create more traction.

37.

Handling Emergencies

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

Department of Motor Vehicles.

California Highway Patrol.

Freeway Service Patrol.

38.

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

If you are under the age of 18, what can your parents or guardians do regarding your driver's license?

Neither option is correct.

They can have your driver's license cancelled.

They cannot do anything, as you have proven that you can drive since you have a driver's license.

39.

Sharing the Road

Whilst traveling at night, another vehicle is overtaking you. You should:

Speed up to prevent the overtaking.

Flash your lights at the other driver.

Dip your headlights to avoid dazzling other road users.

Switch on your hazard warning lights.

40.

Special Driving Situations

When driving on snow, why should you stay in a higher gear?

To reduce likelihood of wheel spin.

To consume less fuel.

To allow for easier braking.

To drive faster.

41.

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.

42.

Laws and Rules of the Road

What is the speed limit when you are in a business district?

25 mph, unless otherwise posted.

55 mph, unless otherwise posted.

35 mph, unless otherwise posted.

43.

Traffic Controls

What is this sign indicating?

Caution.

School zone ahead.

Pedestrian crossing.

44.

Alcohol and Drugs

If you have been drinking, and your BAC is below legal limits, which of the following is true?

Neither option is correct, as the BAC is not a reliable way to determine how much you have had to drink.

It is entirely safe to drive.

You may still show impairments, even though you are below the legal limit.

45.

Sharing the Road

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

Pedestrians.

Car drivers.

Motorcycle riders.

Truck drivers.

46.

Turns

When a red arrow traffic signal is present, what is the correct course of action?

Wait until the signal turns a solid green or green arrow.

Neither option is correct.

Make the turn when there is no oncoming traffic. Follow the right-of-way rules.

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