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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Alcohol and Drugs

What does a Preliminary Alcohol Screening not detect?

The presence of drugs.

The presence of alcohol.

The presence of marijuana.

Laws and Rules of the Road

Who should you allow sufficient time to cross the street?

Older pedestrians.

Both options are correct.

Pedestrians with young children.

Traffic Controls

In addition to yielding, what must you also do when you come to a YIELD sign?

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

You must let any vehicle, bicyclist, or pedestrian pass before you proceed.

You must stop at the limit line before proceeding.

Laws and Rules of the Road

When approaching a pedestrian where do you stop in the event that you have to?

Before the painted lines that mark the crosswalk.

You are not required to stop as you have the right-of-way since you are driving a vehicle.

After the painted lines that mark the crosswalk.

Parking

What does a white parking colored curb indicate?

No stopping is allowed at this curb.

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

Park for a limited time as indicated by the sign.

Safe Driving Practices

You have turned into a sideroad and realise you have made a mistake. You should:

Use your horn and reverse around the corner to the main road.

Reverse into the main road when the traffic is clear.

Stop and reverse quickly into the main road.

Drive forward and find a safe place to turn around.

Lane Control

When driving on a freeway with multiple lanes, what should you not do?

Stay in the same lane as much as possible.

Weave in and out of traffic.

Follow the posted speed.

Sharing the Road

How much space should you leave between your vehicle and a motorcyclist?

1 second.

3 seconds.

4 seconds.

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.

10.

Traffic Controls

What does this traffic symbol mean?

To turn left.

Caution.

To Stop.

11.

Visual Search

Under ideal circumstances, how long will it take to stop if you are travelling 55 mph?

500 feet.

210 feet.

400 feet.

12.

Traffic Controls

What is this sign indicating?

This sign means that a rest area is one mile ahead.

This sign indicates that there is a ski lodge near by.

This sign means that there is an airport near by.

13.

Sharing the Road

Which of the following can you do to prevent other drivers from becoming angry?

Using your horn for non-emergencies.

Do not tailgate other drivers.

Both options are correct.

14.

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?

0.0001

0.0004

0.0005

15.

Driver Readiness

Which California penal code requires physicians to report conditions that may affect your ability to drive?

CVC 480.

CVC 22511.

CHSC 103900

16.

Lane Control

What do solid white lines indicate on a roadway?

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

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

They mark traffic lanes going in the same direction.

17.

Special Driving Situations

If you come to a wet road, by how much should you reduce your speed?

1 to 5 mph slower.

Do not adjust your speed at all, as you do not want to risk hydroplaning.

5 to 10 mph slower.

18.

Special Driving Situations

When driving on snow, you should:

Rev the engine higher.

Use the lowest possible gear for your speed.

Use the highest possible gear for your speed.

Drive as quickly as possible.

19.

Laws and Rules of the Road

When towing a vehicle or trailer, which lanes must you drive in?

Any lane as long as you are maintaining the posted speed.

Any lanes regardless of the circumstance, or posted speed.

The lane that is closest to the right side of the road.

20.

Sharing the Road

Single-track roads are only wide enough for one vehicle. If you see an oncoming vehicle, you should:

Pull into a passing place on your left or wait by a passing place on your right. If necessary, reverse to the nearest place.

Attempt to squeeze by the other vehicle.

Keep going if traveling down hill as you have right of way.

Stop your vehicle and expect the other driver to reverse out of the way.

21.

Sharing the Road

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

To avoid an uneven road surface or an icy patch.

To get a better view of the road ahead.

Motorcycle riders like to show off.

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

22.

Visual Search

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

Always tailgate another vehicle.

Neither option is correct.

Do not stay in another driver's blind spot.

23.

Vehicle Positioning

What is an example of a distracted person?

Construction workers.

Delivery persons.

Both options are correct.

24.

Occupant Protection

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

There is no rear seat.

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

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

25.

Sharing the Road

The car in front of you has three (3) red lights as shown. What do you expect the vehicle to do next?

The vehicle shall move to the right or turn right.

The vehicle shall move to the left or turn left.

The vehicle is braking.

The vehicle is reversing.

26.

Parking

What California penal code allows a vehicle to be removed after 4 hours?

CVC 22651.

CVC 480.

CVC 597.7.

27.

Alcohol and Drugs

If you are under the age of 21, and you are convicted of having a BAC of 0.01% or over, which of the following is a possible consequence?

Your driving privilege will be revoked for one year.

You will face life imprisonment.

No actions will be taken against you.

28.

Lane Control

When you approach a junction, you see a long vehicle in front of you is signalling to turn right, but is positioned on the left. What should you do?

Use your horn to warn the other driver.

Overtake the long vehicle on the left.

Overtake the long vehicle on the right.

Stay back and allow the long vehicle to finish its manoeuvre.

29.

Handling Emergencies

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

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

Keep your eyes on the road.

Stop and turn off the ignition.

30.

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.

31.

Sharing the Road

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

Pedestrians.

Car drivers.

Truck drivers.

Motorcycle riders.

32.

Occupant Protection

What brochure can you refer to in the event you are needing clarification regarding Driver Distractions?

California Penal Code 597.7

The FFDL 28 Fast Facts Brochure

The United States Constitution

33.

Laws and Rules of the Road

Who should you allow sufficient time to cross the street?

Both options are correct.

Disabled pedestrians.

Older pedestrians.

34.

Driver Readiness

What should you not do before driving?

Neither option is correct.

Mix alcohol with your medications.

Ensure that you have enough rest to drive.

35.

Visual Search

At intersections what should you do?

Both options are correct.

Look to the right.

Look to the left first

36.

Special Driving Situations

What should you do when you are being pulled over by law enforcement?

Move your vehicle to the right shoulder of the road.

Turn on your right turn signal to indicate to the police officer that you acknowledge them.

Both options are correct.

37.

Special Driving Situations

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

A penny.

A quarter.

A dime.

38.

Lane Control

What lane number is considered the fast lane?

Number 2

Number 1

Number 3

39.

Safe Driving Practices

Why should you reduce your speed when traveling in foggy conditions?

To reduce fuel consumption.

Brakes are less effective in foggy conditions.

To allow more time to react to developing hazards.

To avoid being dazzled by fog lights from other vehicles.

40.

Special Driving Situations

What are some of the dangers if you are driving on a flooded road?

Both options are correct.

The roadway can collapse.

The vehicle can be swept off of the road.

41.

Sharing the Road

The motorcycle 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.

42.

Lane Control

In what situation is it okay to pass traffic on the right-hand side?

Both options are correct.

When there is an open highway with two or more lanes of travel in your direction.

When a driver is making a left-hand turn.

43.

Safe Driving Practices

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

Other drivers may mistake them for your brake lights.

Your fog lights may dazzle other drivers.

Other drivers may think there is fog ahead.

They will reduce your concentration.

44.

Lane Control

What should you do if you miss a turn?

Slam on your breaks so you do not miss the turn.

Make a U-Turn where possible.

Proceed as normal until you can legally, and safely, turn around.

45.

Sharing the Road

In slow moving traffic, you should: (Select all that apply)

Keep as close as possible to the vehicle in front.

Overtake slower vehicles on either the left or the right side.

Allow sufficient space to manoeuvre should an emergency vehicle need to pass.

Overtake slower vehicles only on the right hand side.

46.

Turns

What is a public transit bus lane?

A lane specifically designated for public transit vehicles.

A lane specified for emergency vehicles.

A lane that is shared by both transit vehicles and regular vehicles.

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