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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Traffic Controls

What is the correct interpretation of this sign?

Stop at the intersection before proceeding with caution.

Slow down and stop.

This sign means that you cannot do a certain action.

Turns

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

500 feet

200 feet

100 feet

Safe Driving Practices

What should you do in the event that it is too bright for your signal lights to be seen easily?

Use hand-and-arm positions to indicate what you are doing.

Slow down and proceed with caution.

Neither option is correct.

Turns

To make a left turn, what should you drive close to?

the left turn lane.

Drive close to the center divider line.

Both options are correct.

Traffic Controls

What does a red arrow light mean?

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.

You are allowed to make a right turn like normal.

Alcohol and Drugs

If you are going to consume alcohol before a journey, you should:

Arrange another means of transport.

Only drink wine and not spirits.

Drive with your hazard lights flashing to warn other vehicles.

Drive faster to reduce risk of collisions.

Special Driving Situations

When towing, you should: (Select all that apply)

Check your headlights are properly adjusted.

Carry as much as you can in your trailer or caravan and not your vehicle.

Avoid accelerating or braking too sharply.

Ensure heavy and sharp objects are secured safely.

Traffic Controls

What is the correct interpretation of this sign?

You must slow down and be ready to stop.

You must stop at the limit line before proceeding.

You may not enter the road that the sign is adjacent to.

Alcohol and Drugs

When you are driving in the state of California, what do you automatically give your consent for?

Searches of your vehicle.

Neither option is correct as driving in the state of California does not automatically make you give your consent for anything.

Breath, blood, or urine tests if you are suspected of DUI.

10.

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.

11.

Safe Driving Practices

In normal circumstances, what is the safest way to use the brakes?

Sharply and as late as possible.

Slow down by reducing gear and using engine braking. Only brake as late as possible.

Slow down quickly as early as possible and then travel very slowly up to the stopping point.

Brake early and gently.

12.

Special Driving Situations

On curves, there is ___ pull on your vehicle.

no pull.

A strong outward pull

A strong downward pull.

13.

Occupant Protection

Pregnant women should do the following regarding a harness style seatbelt?

The harness should be worn across the breasts and over the abdomen's bulge.

No harness should be worn because it can cause greater injury.

The harness should be placed between the breasts and to the side of the abdomen's bulge.

14.

Occupant Protection

In what situation is it okay to leave your child and/or animals in a hot vehicle?

Not at all, as it is unlawful and dangerous.

When the windows are fully opened to allow as much air as possible into the vehicle.

When the windows are cracked slightly to allow air to enter the vehicle.

15.

Parking

Which of the following is an example of disabled placard abuse?

Using a placard after it has been reporting that it has been lost or stolen.

Using a placard issued to you by the Department of Motor Vehicles.

Neither option is correct.

16.

Occupant Protection

A driver decides to answer a text message that they just received while driving down the interstate. Is this a distraction?

No, as you are allowed to answer text messages while driving as long as you are looking at the road every two seconds.

No, as there is no law against using your phone while driving.

Yes, as this is taking your attention away from the road.

17.

Lane Control

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

The left most lane.

The middle lane.

The right most lane.

18.

Traffic Controls

What is the correct interpretation of this traffic signal?

To stop your vehicle entirely and to not continue forward.

To yield to any pedestrians before continuing on.

To continue driving as long as you keep an eye out for other vehicles.

19.

Traffic Controls

What is the correct interpretation of a solid green traffic signal?

The driver must proceed with caution.

The driver may proceed.

The driver must stop.

20.

Special Driving Situations

When should you switch off your fog lights?

When visibility is greater than 200 feet.

When visibility is greater than 500 feet.

Visibility is greater than 2000 feet.

When visibility is greater than 1000 feet.

21.

Special Driving Situations

You are traveling in hot weather which is causing the road surface to become soft. What will be most affected on your vehicle?

The windows.

The exhaust.

The air conditioning.

The tires.

22.

Parking

Under what circumstances may you park on a freeway?

When a stop is specifically permitted.

Both options are correct.

In an emergency.

23.

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.

24.

Turns

Under which circumstance can you make a legal U-turn?

At any point in the roadway, as long as you are not obstructing traffic.

Neither option is correct.

Across a double yellow line when it is safe and legal.

25.

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

If you are under the age of 18 and you are in a vehicle accident, which of the following is true?

You may be fined for the damages.

Your parents or guardians may be liable for civil damagers.

Both options are correct.

26.

Alcohol and Drugs

If you are working for a rideshare service, and you are pulled over with a passenger in your vehicle, what is the minimum level of BAC before it becomes unlawful for you to drive?

0.0005

0.0001

0.0004

27.

Vehicle Positioning

When you are on the highway, how much space should you leave to merge, cross, enter/exit traffic?

Half of a city block.

5 seconds

A full city block.

28.

Alcohol and Drugs

If you are under the age of 21, and you are caught with an alcohol beverage in your vehicle, how much can the court fine you for?

2000

3000

Up to $1,000

29.

Vehicle Positioning

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

Both options are correct.

Drivers backing out of driveways or parking space.

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

30.

Traffic Controls

What is this sign indicating?

No U-turns allowed.

No right turn.

No left turn.

31.

Laws and Rules of the Road

What direction does traffic travel on a roundabout?

Clockwise

Straight.

Counter-clockwise

32.

Sharing the Road

There are sheep in the road. What should you do?

Slow down and be ready to stop if necessary.

Turn around and find another route.

Use your horn.

Speed up to get around them more quickly.

33.

Special Driving Situations

A typical stopping distance of a vehicle in wet weather is approximately __________ the normal distance of a vehicle in dry weather.

Half

The same as

Double

Triple

34.

Safe Driving Practices

When should you NOT reverse from a side road into a main road?

At any time.

If you don't have another person acting as a guide.

If there is traffic on the main road.

When a pedestrian is waiting to cross the road.

35.

Traffic Controls

Oncoming traffic is stopped and they may turn left.

The driver must increase their speed.

The signal is about to turn to a red traffic light.

36.

Safe Driving Practices

In stationary traffic, you should:

Use your horn aggressively to speed up the traffic.

Use your mobile phone to report the traffic.

Get out of the vehicle to have a stretch.

Apply the parking brake and release the foot brake to deactivate the brake lights.

37.

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

If an individual is from out of state, once they receive a job or become a resident, how long do they have to register their vehicle with the state of California?

5 days.

20 days.

7 days.

38.

Laws and Rules of the Road

What do you do in the event that a pedestrian makes eye contact with your vehicle at a crosswalk?

Yield to the pedestrian.

Both options are correct.

In means that they are ready to cross the street.

39.

Sharing the Road

Which of these light signals implies the motorcycle is slowing down and maybe about to stop?

40.

Visual Search

You want to reverse your car, but cannot see clearly behind using the mirrors. You should:

Open the car doors.

Get out of the car and push it backwards.

Open the car windows.

Ask for assistance from a passenger or passer-by.

41.

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

What is the NOTS?

A type of public transit.

Neither option is correct.

The Negligent Operator Treatment System.

42.

Traffic Controls

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

Stop at the broken white line.

Stop at the yellow line.

Stop at the solid white line.

43.

Safe Driving Practices

Before beginning a journey, how can you best plan your route?

No need to plan, just follow the signs.

Consult with your local fuel station.

Use a map or route planner.

Read your local newspaper.

44.

Visual Search

In this image, what do the shaded areas visualize?

How far other vehicles should travel from your vehicle.

The correct way to travel down a highway.

The blind spots of your vehicle.

45.

Traffic Controls

This type of sign is often paired with which of the following signs?

A railroad crossing sign.

A traffic light.

A yield sign.

46.

Lane Control

Which of the following is true regarding double white lines?

You may change lanes freely.

Neither option is correct.

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

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