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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Special Driving Situations

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.

Special Driving Situations

Braking harshly on a wet or icy road may cause:

The vehicle to skid and lose control.

Improved wheel grip.

The vehicle to slow down normally.

Better steering control.

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.

Traffic Controls

Which traffic signal typically comes after the solid yellow traffic signal?

Solid Green.

Solid Red.

Flashing Yellow Arrow.

Sharing the Road

You want to reverse your car but there is a pedestrian waiting to cross the road. You should:

Yield to the pedestrian and wait for them to finish crossing.

Wave the pedestrian to cross.

Use your horn to get pedestrian to move out of the way.

Reverse quickly before pedestrian begins to cross.

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

Which of the following is one form of financial responsibility of your vehicle?

A copy of your bank statement that shows you have at least $4,000 in it.

A blank cheque that you can use in the event that you are in a vehicle accident.

A deposit of $35,000 with the Department of Motor Vehicles.

Traffic Controls

What is this sign indicating?

Sharp turn.

Slippery when wet.

Two way traffic.

Special Driving Situations

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

Tow more than your licence permits.

Secure your load.

Overload your vehicle or trailer.

Properly distribute the weight in your caravan or trailer.

Handling Emergencies

Which of the following the Freeway Service Patrol not provide assistance with?

Change a flat tire.

Tow your motorcycle.

Towing your vehicle to a location approved by the California Highway Patrol.

10.

Safe Driving Practices

Before setting off on a journey, you should ensure that: (Select all that apply)

You know all the controls in your vehicle and how to use them.

You are wearing baggy clothes.

Your mirrors and seat are adjusted correctly.

Your mobile phone can be easily reached in case you receive a call.

11.

Sharing the Road

Who should you particularly look out for when reversing?

Pedestrians.

Traffic police.

Children.

Motorcycle riders.

12.

Traffic Controls

Which of the following is not true regarding a solid green traffic signal?

Give the right-of-way to any vehicle, pedestrian or bicyclist in the intersection.

Do not enter the intersection if you cannot get completely across traffic before the traffic signal turns red.

You are allowed to turn left from a turn right only lane.

13.

Safe Driving Practices

You should adjust your seat and mirrors correctly in order to:

Keep the distracting vehicle controls out of reach.

Keep your body as close as possible to the steering wheel, even if its uncomfortable.

Ensure you can see yourself whilst you drive.

Ensure comfort, full control and maximum field of vision.

14.

Sharing the Road

Which of the following is correct regarding emergency vehicles with their sirens activated?

You must yield the right-of-way.

Decrease your speed and proceed like normal.

You can proceed like normal, ignoring the sirens and lights.

15.

Traffic Controls

What is the correct interpretation of this sign?

This sign means that you are not allowed to do a certain action.

This sign indicates that you must follow its instruction.

Indicates that you must yield before proceeding.

16.

Traffic Controls

What is this sign indicating?

No traffic signal ahead.

Stop ahead.

Traffic signal ahead.

17.

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 1 year.

Up to 2 years.

Up to six months.

18.

Special Driving Situations

While driving at night, where should you look when a car with bright headlights is coming from the other direction?

Look at the other driver.

Look at the left side of your lane.

Look to the right edge of your lane.

19.

Handling Emergencies

What should you do in the event that your vehicle stalls or becomes disabled on railroad tracks, and there is not a train coming?

Exit your vehicle immediately and call the Emergency Notification System number located nearby.

Stay in your vehicle and call for help.

Attempt to push your vehicle off of the railroad tracks by yourself.

20.

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

If you receive a ticket during a traffic stop, what is the purpose of the promise that you sign?

Neither option is correct.

By signing, you promise to admit fault for the citation.

By signing, you promise to appear in traffic court.

21.

Laws and Rules of the Road

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

A traffic citation.

A fine of up to $1,000.

Neither option is correct.

22.

Laws and Rules of the Road

Regardless of the posted speed limit, what should your speed also depend on?

The number and speed of other vehicles on the road.

Both options are correct.

Bicyclists or pedestrians crossing the road way.

23.

Traffic Controls

What is the correct interpretation for this traffic signal?

This traffic signal means that you may cross the street with caution.

This traffic signal means that it is legal for a pedestrian to cross the street.

This traffic signal means that you may not cross the street.

24.

Traffic Controls

What is the correct interpretation of this sign?

This sign indicates that you must yield.

This sign indicates that you are not allowed to do a certain action.

This sign indicates that you must make a full stop.

25.

Traffic Controls

The driver must increase their speed.

Oncoming traffic is stopped and they may turn left.

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

26.

Traffic Controls

Which of the following types of signs indicate that you must slow down and be ready to stop if necessary?

An eight sided red sign.

A square red and white regulatory sign.

A three sided red sign.

27.

Sharing the Road

You are driving near to a school and see a school crossing guard ahead. How will they signal you to stop?

They will point to the children waiting to cross.

They will display a 'Crossing Guard' stop sign.

They will flash a light at you.

They will hold their arm out with the palm facing you.

28.

Handling Emergencies

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

Keep your eyes on the road.

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

Try to drive the car safely off the road.

29.

Special Driving Situations

What is most commonly used to check the tread on your tires?

A quarter.

A penny.

A dime.

30.

Safe Driving Practices

At what times are you required to turn on your headlines?

30 minutes before sunrise.

30 minutes after sunset.

Both options are correct.

31.

Parking

What should you do when you find a space to parallel park?

Neither option is correct.

Signal that you intend to park.

Park as quickly as possible to get out of the way of oncoming traffic.

32.

Sharing the Road

The rider of the motorcycle in front of you is holding their arm out straight to the left as shown in the picture. What do you expect the vehicle to do next?

The vehicle is reversing.

The vehicle shall move to the left or turn left.

The vehicle is braking.

The vehicle shall move to the right or turn right.

33.

Parking

What should you do before backing up to parallel park?

Check your mirrors.

Lift your foot off of the brake.

Both options are correct.

34.

Laws and Rules of the Road

What do you do when a school bus begins to flash red lights?

Ignore them as they are a suggestion only.

The mean nothing as they are built as a part of the school bus to fulfil a government mandate.

You must stop until the children cross the street. You may proceed when the lights are no longer flashing red.

35.

Handling Emergencies

What should you do if you are involved in a collision?

Stop and call 9-1-1 if anyone is hurt.

Argue with the other person, regardless of who caused it.

Leave the accident.

36.

Vehicle Positioning

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

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

It allows you to remain in control of your vehicle.

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

37.

Special Driving Situations

Whilst driving when it is snowing, you should:

Slow down and allow plenty of time to brake gently.

Never use your fog lights.

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

Drive as quickly as possible.

38.

Safe Driving Practices

Which organization has provided suggestions on the correct way for hand positioning on steering wheels?

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

Transportation Security Administration.

Department of Motor Vehicles.

39.

Sharing the Road

A farmer is herding sheep across the road and has asked you to stop your vehicle until he has finished. You should:

Keep going as you have right of way.

Stop and turn your engine off until directed to continue.

Use your horn to get the sheep to move faster.

Ignore the farmer as he has no authority.

40.

Special Driving Situations

You are driving your car in wet weather. Rain and spray from the road are limiting visibility. You should: (Select all that apply)

Use dipped headlights.

Use your horn so other road users are aware of you.

Use your flashing hazard lights.

Use your fog lights if visibility is below 100m.

41.

Alcohol and Drugs

Consuming alcohol will have the following effect: (Select all that apply)

Affect judgement of speed, distance and risk.

Improve co-ordination and reaction times.

Take time to leave your body making you unfit to drive even hours later.

Reduce driving ability, even if you're below the legal limit.

42.

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

When are you required to turn your headlights on?

30 minutes after sunset.

Both options are correct.

30 minutes before sunrise.

43.

Parking

When parking uphill or downhill, with no curb, what way should you turn your wheels?

Towards the curb.

Towards the shoulder of the road.

Away from the curb.

44.

Safe Driving Practices

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

Use a map or route planner.

Consult with your local fuel station.

No need to plan, just follow the signs.

Read your local newspaper.

45.

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)

Vehicle speed will increase going downhill.

Vehicle speed will reduce going downhill.

Steering control will improve.

Steering response may be reduced.

46.

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.

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