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

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

Ensure heavy and sharp objects are secured safely.

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

Check your headlights are properly adjusted.

Avoid accelerating or braking too sharply.

Sharing the Road

What is a Safety Enhanced-Double Fine Zone?

Neither option is correct.

An area where fines are doubled for traffic violations.

There are no double fine zones in the state of California.

Laws and Rules of the Road

If a vehicle is stopped at a crosswalk, what is the correct course of action to pass the vehicle?

You are not allowed to pass a vehicle at a crosswalk.

Ensure that no pedestrians are in front of that vehicle.

You may pass as long as you proceed with caution.

Vehicle Positioning

What should you do when entering the freeway?

Enter the freeway at or near the speed of traffic.

Decrease your speed below the speed of traffic.

Increase your speed so you can overtake the vehicle closest to you.,

Sharing the Road

When passing a bicyclist, how much space should you leave between your vehicle and the bicyclist?

3 feet.

2 feet.

1 foot.

Parking

How long of a parking space should you find before parallel parking?

3 feet longer than your vehicle.

2 feet longer than your vehicle.

1 foot longer than your vehicle.

Turns

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

At any time, as long as you are not obstructing traffic.

Whenever a traffic light or signal protects you from approaching vehicles.

Neither option is correct.

Safe Driving Practices

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

To reduce fuel consumption.

To allow more time to react to developing hazards.

Brakes are less effective in foggy conditions.

To avoid being dazzled by fog lights from other vehicles.

Safe Driving Practices

Which circumstance is an example of when to use your horn?

On the freeway when changing lanes.

Because you are angry or upset.

On narrow mountain roads when you can not see 200 feet ahead.

10.

Laws and Rules of the Road

What is the speed limit when you are in a business district?

25 mph, unless otherwise posted.

35 mph, unless otherwise posted.

55 mph, unless otherwise posted.

11.

Special Driving Situations

What can possibly happen if you drive faster or slower than the rest of traffic?

You increase the chances of angry drivers.

Nothing will happen as long as you are below or at the speed limit.

You increase the chances of a collision.

12.

Laws and Rules of the Road

What law requires you to remain stopped as long as a school bus has flashing red lights?

CVC 22454

CVC 480.

CVC 597.7.

13.

Laws and Rules of the Road

What does it mean when a blind pedestrian pulls in their cane and steps away from the crosswalk?

It means nothing as this is a common gesture.

It generally means for you to go.

It means that they are not going to cross.

14.

Safe Driving Practices

When may you use your vehicle's fog lights?

If your headlights are not working.

Any time at night.

In a tunnel.

When visibility is severely reduced.

15.

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 display a 'Crossing Guard' stop sign.

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

They will flash a light at you.

They will point to the children waiting to cross.

16.

Laws and Rules of the Road

What should you do when you are approaching a sign such as this?

This sign indicates what animals inhabit this area.

Neither option is correct.

This sign means to be alert for possible animals in the area.

17.

Handling Emergencies

You are traveling along a wet road. How can you tell if your tires are no longer gripping the road?

Your speed increases unexpectedly.

Your speed decreases unexpectedly.

The steering becomes light and unresponsive.

The engine becomes louder.

18.

Occupant Protection

Children under what age must be secured in a rear facing passenger restraint system?

Under 5 years old.

Under 1 year old.

Under 2 years old.

19.

Special Driving Situations

When driving on snow, why should you stay in a higher gear?

To consume less fuel.

To allow for easier braking.

To reduce likelihood of wheel spin.

To drive faster.

20.

Lane Control

What is a HOV lane?

HOV lanes are not present in the state of California.

HOV lanes are used for emergency vehicles only.

A special lane used only for carpools, buses, motorcycles, or decaled low-emission vehicles.

21.

Alcohol and Drugs

What is a PAS?

Preliminary alcohol screening.

There is no defined definition for PAS in the state of California.

Neither option is correct.

22.

Laws and Rules of the Road

What should you do if you see a stray animal on the roadway?

Honk your horn until it moves.

Slow down and/or stop if it is safe to do so.

Swerve to miss the animal.

23.

Sharing the Road

Who should you particularly look out for when reversing?

Traffic police.

Motorcycle riders.

Pedestrians.

Children.

24.

Vehicle Positioning

When you merge onto the freeway, how many seconds of space should you leave between your vehicle and the vehicle in front of you?

5 seconds.

1 second.

3 seconds.

25.

Alcohol and Drugs

When taking medication, whom should you consult before operating a vehicle?

Your doctor or pharmacist

Your breakdown service.

The local fuel station.

A passenger in your vehicle.

26.

Special Driving Situations

If you drive through deep water, why might your brakes become less effective?

They may be wet which reduces their friction.

Your attention is distracted by water on the windscreen.

You drive more quickly when coming out of the water.

A fish may be stuck on your wheel.

27.

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

If you are under the age of 18, and you are driving, what is required of your parents?

Your parents are not required to assume financial responsibility of your driving, as they are not the one driving the vehicle.

Your parents are not required to do anything.

Your parents must assume all financial responsibility for your driving.

28.

Alcohol and Drugs

If you are convicted of a DUI for the second time, how many years will your license be suspended for?

2 years.

5 years.

1 year.

29.

Lane Control

What is the correct interpretation of this sign?

Both options are correct.

The vehicle must have a minimum of two people to use the HOV lane.

The left lane is the designated HOV lane.

30.

Special Driving Situations

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

Speed up to travel through it as quickly as possible.

Check your mirrors and slow down.

Use your hazard lights to warn other drivers.

Use your fog lights if necessary.

31.

Visual Search

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

Neither option is correct.

Do not stay in another driver's blind spot.

Always tailgate another vehicle.

32.

Driver Readiness

Which of the following will not prevent drowsy driving?

Taking regular rest stops.

Rolling down the window.

Calling a ride service to take you to your destination.

33.

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.

Both options are correct.

Your parents or guardians may be liable for civil damagers.

34.

Sharing the Road

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 shall move to the left or turn left.

The vehicle is reversing.

The vehicle shall move to the right or turn right.

The vehicle is braking.

35.

Driver Readiness

Which of the following will prevent drowsy driving?

Turning on the air conditioning.

Calling a ride service to take you to your destination.

Rolling down the window.

36.

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.

37.

Lane Control

What are sharrows?

A route for bicyclists on streets shared with vehicle traffic.

A route that is for the exclusive use of bicyclists.

A route that alerts traffic that bicyclists are allowed to occupy the travel lane.

38.

Traffic Controls

What does a flashing red traffic signal mean?

Continue on like normal, however, expect a delay ahead.

You must stop your vehicle, and proceed when it is safe.

You must stop your vehicle and wait for the light to turn green.

39.

Vehicle Positioning

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

5 seconds

A full city block.

Half of a city block.

40.

Laws and Rules of the Road

What is the correct definition of a pedestrian?

There is no definition for a pedestrian in the state of California.

Any individual using a vehicle to travel.

A pedestrian is a person on foot who uses a conveyance.

41.

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 face no penalty as the law does not legally require you to submit these tests.

The driver will face additional points on their license if they refuse to submit to these tests.

The driver would be subject to longer driver's license suspensions.

42.

Vehicle Positioning

You are driving along a freeway in wet weather. You should keep well back from the vehicle in front because:

Reduce your typical stopping distance.

Decrease fuel consumption.

Increase your ability to see and plan ahead.

Increase your ability to accelerate.

43.

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 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.

44.

Special Driving Situations

Your car has been covered in snow. Which of these parts of the car should be cleared of ice and snow before beginning a journey: (Select all that apply)

The license plates.

The doors.

The hood.

The windows.

45.

Lane Control

Which of the following is true regarding bicycle lane?

It is illegal to drive in a bicycle lane, unless under certain circumstances.

It is legal to drive your vehicle in all bicycle lanes.

Neither options are correct.

46.

Vehicle Positioning

You are traveling in fog behind another vehicle. What should you do to reduce the chances of an accident?

Keep a safer distance from the vehicle in front.

Keep close to the vehicle in front.

Use your high-beam headlights.

Use your flashing hazard lights.

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