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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1. Why is it dangerous to use your fog lights when traveling in clear weather?

Other drivers may mistake them for your brake lights.

Other drivers may think there is fog ahead.

They will reduce your concentration.

Your fog lights may dazzle other drivers.

Hint

2. What is the correct course of action if you see a sign that states "Wrong Way"?

This sign indicates that danger is ahead.

Back out or turn around and return to the correct side of the road.

Slow down and be ready to stop.

3. You and two passengers are pulled over by a police officer. Your backseat passenger has an open container of alcohol that they are actively drinking. Is this against the law?

Neither option is correct.

Yes, as all open containers of alcohol must be kept in the trunk, or where passengers are not seated.

No, as the driver is not the one holding or actively drinking the open container of alcohol.

4. When may you use your vehicle's horn? (Select all that apply)

To alert other road users of your presence.

When another road user poses a danger.

When another road user annoys you.

On am empty road in a built up area between 11.30pm and 7am.

Hint

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

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

Tow your motorcycle.

Change a flat tire.

6. What is a blind intersection?

A blind intersection is when there are no stop signs at any corner and you cannot see in either direction for 100 feet.

There is no defined definition for a blind intersection.

An area where a railroad crossing intersects with a roadway.

7. 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.

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

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

8. At minimum, if an individual is convicted of manslaughter resulting from evading police pursuit, how long can they serve in prison?

4 to 10 years.

2 to 3 years.

1 to 2 years.

9. What does this hazardous load placard mean?

Radioactive

Explosives

Flammable

10. What is the correct definition of a crosswalk?

A crosswalk is the part of the roadway set aside for pedestrian traffic.

Neither option is correct.

A crosswalk is the part of roadway set aside for vehicle traffic.

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

Improve co-ordination and reaction times.

Affect judgement of speed, distance and risk.

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.

Hint

12. Who should you particularly look out for when reversing?

Motorcycle riders.

Traffic police.

Pedestrians.

Children.

Hint

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

No further than 18 inches.

No further than 24 inches

No further than 6 inches.

14. On a divided highway with 4 or more traffic lanes in one direction, what lane do large trucks typically drive in?

The left lost lane.

Any lane they choose, as long as they maintain the posted speed limit.

The lane just to the left of the right most lane.

15. What is the correct course of action when you stop in a crosswalk.

Ensure that no pedestrians are within a block of the cross walk.

You are allowed to stop in a crosswalk in the event in you overpass the white limit line.

It is not allowed to stop in a crosswalk.

16. What effects can a soft road surface have on your vehicle? (Select all that apply)

Improved fuel efficiency.

Reduced tire grip.

Slippery road surface.

Noisier exhaust.

Hint

17. What does a white parking colored curb indicate?

Park for a limited time as indicated by the sign.

Stop only long enough to pick up/drop off passengers or mail.

No stopping is allowed at this curb.

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

The vehicle is reversing.

The vehicle shall move to the right or turn right.

The vehicle shall move to the left or turn left.

The vehicle is braking.

Hint

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

Loaning your placard to friends or family.

Both options are correct.

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

20. How many types of driver distractions are there?

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

30 minutes after sunset.

30 minutes before sunrise.

Both options are correct.

22. At what point, in poor conditions, should you turn your headlights on?

Neither option is correct.

When you are unable to see 500 feet ahead of you.

When you are unable to see 1,000 feet ahead of you.

23. What is this sign indicating?

Be prepared to yield ahead.

There is a stop sign ahead.

Directional arrow.

24. What is the correct interpretation of this diagram?

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

Double solid lines indicates that you may not pass.

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

25. Which headlights should you use in the event that you have to drive in heavy fog or smoke?

High beam headlights.

Fog headlights.

Low beam headlights.

26. In this image, what does the green area visualize?

What is behind you.

What is ahead.

Blind spots.

27. You want to reverse your car but cannot see if it is safe. You should:

Rev your engine loudly.

Use your horn.

Reverse very slowly.

Get out of your vehicle and check before moving.

Hint

28. What does a green parking colored curb indicate?

No stopping is allowed at this curb.

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.

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

Increase your speed to create more traction.

Ease off of the accelerator.

Slam on your brakes.

30. You are driving down the road and you witness a collision. Regarding using electronic devices, what may you do?

Neither option is correct.

Take a picture of the accident and continue driving.

Call for help, since this is an emergency.

31. You are traveling with a motorcycle riding in front of you. Why might they suddenly swerve or move across the traffic lane?

As a warning to you that you're traveling too closely.

To avoid an uneven road surface or an icy patch.

Motorcycle riders like to show off.

To get a better view of the road ahead.

Hint

32. Which of the following is true regarding driving at high rates of speeds?

The faster your speed, the less control you have of your vehicle.

The faster you drive, the better your gas mileage will be.

The faster your speed, the more control you have of your vehicle.

33. You are driving down the road after having left the liquor store. The items you bought are in the front passenger seat. Is this legal?

No, this is not legal as you cannot have unsealed alcohol containers within arm's reach.

Yes, this is legal as long as the alcohol is sealed and, full, and unopened.

No, this is not legal. You cannot have any form of alcohol in the vehicle.

34. While parked, what should you do when you are ready to exit your vehicle?

Both options are correct.

Do not open your door unless it does not interfere with traffic.

Look for passing vehicles.

35. Who should you allow sufficient time to cross the street?

Both options are correct.

Older pedestrians.

Disabled pedestrians.

36. When you are on a city street, how much space should you leave to merge, cross, enter/exit traffic?

Half of a city block.

A full city block.

3 seconds.

37. Which of the following is true regarding blind pedestrians?

Neither option is correct.

No special precautions are required.

They must be given the right-of-way at all times.

38. Where are bike lanes typically located?

Alongside streets adjacent to vehicle traffic.

There are no designated bike lanes in the state of California.

Alongside the interstate.

39. When are you required to turn your headlights on?

30 minutes after sunset.

Both options are correct.

30 minutes before sunrise.

40. 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.

41. Which of these should you avoid when driving around large trucks?

Lingering alongside a truck when they are passing.

Both of these options are correct.

Following too closely or tailgating.

42. Under which circumstance is a child under the age of 8 NOT allowed to ride in the front seat of a vehicle?

The child passenger restraint system cannot be installed properly in the rear set.

The driver of the vehicle is not able to purchase a federally-approved child passenger restraint system.

There is no rear seat.

43. Which of the following is a type of cognitive distraction?

Reaching down to pick up an object that fell onto the floor board.

Mind off of the road.

Paying full attention to the road.

44. What does this hazardous load placard mean?

Corrosive

Radioactive

Flammable

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

Use a higher gear whilst overtaking.

Keep as close as possible to them.

Allow plenty of space.

Use your horn.

Hint

46. 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.

By turning on your emergency flashers.

Both options are correct.

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