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

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

The driver must increase their speed.

Oncoming traffic is stopped and they may turn left.

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?

Up to $1,000

2000

3000

Laws and Rules of the Road

If you choose to drive slower than normal at any other time, what lane do you not drive in?

Lane Two

Lane One

Lane Three

Parking

What does a red parking colored curb indicate?

No stopping, standing, or parking is permitted.

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

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

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.

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

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

Vehicle Positioning

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

A driver on the freeway travelling at 55 mph.

Drivers who pass you when there is a curve ahead of you.

Neither option is correct.

Parking

How long until your vehicle may be removed if it is stopped on the freeway?

24 hours.

4 hours.

1 hour.

Vehicle Positioning

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

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

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

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

Sharing the Road

When overtaking a horse and rider, what should you NOT do?

Keep your distance from the horses.

Overtake slowly.

Use your horn.

Wait until it is safe to overtake.

10.

Handling Emergencies

According to the California Highway Patrol, what should you do if your vehicle becomes disabled on the freeway?

Safely pull to the right shoulder.

Stay inside your vehicle with the seat belt on until help arrives.

Both options are correct.

11.

Sharing the Road

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

Car drivers.

Motorcycle riders.

Truck drivers.

Pedestrians.

12.

Lane Control

What do solid white lines indicate on a roadway?

They mark traffic lanes going in the same direction.

They indicate a lane barrier between regular use and a preferential use lane.

They separate traffic lanes on roads with two or more lanes.

13.

Sharing the Road

Which of these other road users might not take a normal route through a roundabout? (Select all that apply)

Cars

Long vehicles.

Horse riders.

Cyclists

14.

Lane Control

What is the correct interpretation of this diagram?

Broken yellow line indicates that you may pass if it can be done so safely.

No passing if the solid yellow line is on your side.

Double solid lines indicates that you may not pass.

15.

Visual Search

What do you do if a vehicle merges in front of you too closely?

Increase your speed.

Switch to another lane and pass that vehicle for merging too closely.

Decrease your speed.

16.

Special Driving Situations

If you come to a road that is packed with snow, by how much should you reduce your speed?

Reduce your speed by half.

Increase your speed, as the faster you go the more traction you make with the snow.

Come to a complete stop and call for help.

17.

Sharing the Road

Which of these are hazards you should be aware of on residential streets? (Select all that apply)

Children running out from behind parked cars.

Car doors opening.

Vehicles moving off.

Pedestrians.

18.

Special Driving Situations

You are about to enter a bank of fog. What should you do? (Select all that apply)

Use your hazard lights to warn other drivers.

Check your mirrors and slow down.

Use your fog lights if necessary.

Speed up to travel through it as quickly as possible.

19.

Lane Control

What should you do before passing another vehicle?

There are no suggestions when passing another vehicle, only to do it with caution.

Pass the other vehicle at a high rate of speed to beat any traffic.

Look ahead for road conditions and traffic that may cause other vehicles to merge as well.

20.

Safe Driving Practices

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

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

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

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

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

21.

Traffic Controls

What is this sign indicating?

This sign means that there is an airport near by.

This sign indicates that planes fly through this area.

This sign indicates that you must be on the lookout for planes landing on the road you are driving on.

22.

Lane Control

What is a center left turn lane?

There are no left turn lanes indicated on a roadway.

A lane that is used for left turns on any roadway.

A lane that is located in the middle of a two-way street.

23.

Laws and Rules of the Road

What direction does traffic travel on a roundabout?

Straight.

Counter-clockwise

Clockwise

24.

Lane Control

What should motorized bicycle drivers do when using a bike lane?

Neither options are correct.

No special precautions are required since they are technically driving a bicycle.

They should use caution to avoid bicyclists.

25.

Driver Readiness

Which of the following over the counter medications could make you dizzy?

Cold medications.

Vitamins

Tylenol.

26.

Special Driving Situations

You are on snow and about to begin moving. As you set off, you should:

Quickly turn the steering to loosen the snow.

Always use 1st gear.

Use the highest gear you can.

Leave your handbrake on.

27.

Visual Search

You are traveling along a road and you see a car reversing out from a driveway on the left. You should NOT:

Be prepared to stop.

Speed up and overtake.

Slow down.

Use your horn to warn the other driver of your presence.

28.

Driver Readiness

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

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.

Plan your journey to take sufficient breaks.

29.

Traffic Controls

When coming to a stop sign, if there is no limit line or cross walk present, where must you stop your vehicle?

You must stop before entering the intersection.

You must stop after the stop sign.

Anywhere, as it doesn't matter.

30.

Traffic Controls

What is the correct interpretation of this sign?

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

This sign indicates that you are entering the incorrect road with the incorrect vehicle.

This sign means that you cannot do a certain action.

31.

Alcohol and Drugs

In the event that you are convicted, for the first time, of DUI, how long will your driving privileges be suspended for?

6 months.

1 month.

15 days.

32.

Sharing the Road

Why should you be aware of long vehicles when at a junction or roundabout?

It is more difficult for a heavy vehicle to stop for a signal.

Long vehicles require more space to manoeuvre.

Their bright colour may dazzle you.

The driver of the long vehicle cannot see you.

33.

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.

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

It is entirely safe to drive.

34.

Traffic Controls

What does this sign mean?

Pedestrian zone ahead.

No entry to all traffic.

Stop at the junction.

Yield to other traffic.

35.

Lane Control

What is the correct interpretation of this diagram?

Double solid lines indicates that you may not pass.

Broken yellow line indicates that you may pass if it can be done so safely.

No passing if the solid yellow line is on your side.

36.

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 proof of financial responsibility.

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

Neither option is correct.

37.

Laws and Rules of the Road

Why is it not allowed to stop in a crosswalk?

Neither option is correct.

You are not allowed to stop in a crosswalk, as it puts pedestrians in danger.

You are allowed to stop in a crosswalk, as long as you are doing it in a way that does not put pedestrians in danger.

38.

Visual Search

Under ideal circumstances, how long will it take to stop if you are travelling 35 mph?

210 feet.

500 feet.

150 feet

39.

Turns

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

Drive close to the center divider line.

Both options are correct.

the left turn lane.

40.

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.

41.

Handling Emergencies

In the event that you hit a parked vehicle, what should you do?

Take a picture of their license plate and inform the Department of Motor Vehicles when you have time.

Leave a note with your information.

Do nothing as no one is in the vehicle and no one was hurt.

42.

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

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

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

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

Neither option is correct.

43.

Safe Driving Practices

What should you do to alert other drivers if an accident has happened ahead of you?

Tapping your brake pedal 3 or 4 times quickly.

Both options are correct.

By turning on your emergency flashers.

44.

Lane Control

When passing a vehicle, what is not allowed?

Look ahead for road conditions and traffic that may cause other vehicles to merge as well.

Drive off the paved road to pass another vehicle in the event that you cannot do it on the paved road.

Check traffic behind and beside you.

45.

Traffic Controls

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

Flashing Yellow Arrow.

Solid Green.

Solid Red.

46.

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 is reversing.

The vehicle shall move to the left or turn left.

The vehicle shall move to the right or turn right.

The vehicle is braking.

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