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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[Sharing the Road]

You are about to overtake a cyclist in windy weather. Why should you leave extra room as you overtake?

To reduce fuel consumption.

In case a gust of wind pushes them across the lane.

To stop the wind blowing your exhaust fumes towards them.

To avoid dazzling them with your lights.

Hint

[Alcohol and Drugs]

If you are convicted of DUI for the first time, in addition to having driving privileges suspended, what also may you be required to do?

Nothing, as the suspension of driving privileges is enough of a punishment.

You will be required to complete a DUI program.

Neither option is correct.

[Special Driving Situations]

Which of the following is a way to reduce the hazard associated with high winds while driving?

Reducing your speed.

Being proactive.

Both options are correct.

[Turns]

What should you not do when making a left turn?

Cut the corner of the lane belonging to the vehicles coming towards you.

Look over your left shoulder.

Decrease your speed.

[Parking]

What is a crosshatched area adjacent to a parking space mean?

This means that this is a no parking area.

This means that only motorcyclists can park there.

Any vehicle can park here for a limited amount of time.

[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.

[Alcohol and Drugs]

What does a Preliminary Alcohol Screening not detect?

The presence of marijuana.

The presence of drugs.

The presence of alcohol.

[Lane Control]

What do broken yellow lines indicate on a roadway?

The center of a road for two-way traffic.

Indicates that you may pass if the broken line is next to your driving lane.

Indicates that you may not pass in this area.

[Laws and Rules of the Road]

What do you do in the event that a pedestrian makes eye contact with your vehicle at a crosswalk?

Yield to the pedestrian.

In means that they are ready to cross the street.

Both options are correct.

10.

[Vehicle Positioning]

Which of the following is a safe way to exit the freeway?

Signal your intention to exit 5 seconds before reaching the exit.

Signal and look over your shoulder.

Both options are correct.

11.

[Sharing the Road]

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

Keep as close as possible to them.

Use your horn.

Use a higher gear whilst overtaking.

Allow plenty of space.

Hint

12.

[Traffic Controls]

What does a white rectangular sign normally indicate?

There are no white rectangular signs in the state of California.

That you must consider following these rules, as they are entirely optional.

That you must obey important rules.

13.

[Occupant Protection]

Which of the following is NOT a result from overexposure to heat?

Dehydration

Heat stroke

Starvation

14.

[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.

15.

[Driver Readiness]

Which of the following is correct regarding emotions and driving?

Emotions can affect the way that you drive.

Neither option is correct.

Your emotions have no relation to how well you drive.

16.

[Sharing the Road]

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.

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

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

17.

[Sharing the Road]

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

Car doors opening.

Children running out from behind parked cars.

Vehicles moving off.

Pedestrians.

Hint

18.

[Sharing the Road]

It is against the law to follow how many feet behind an emergency vehicle while their emergency lights are activated?

300 feet.

500 feet.

1,000 feet.

19.

[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?

Ensure that no pedestrians are in front of that vehicle.

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

You may pass as long as you proceed with caution.

20.

[Laws and Rules of the Road]

When making a right turn, what should you be considering?

Check for pedestrians, and for bicyclists.

Ensure that you keep a minimum of ten feet from the stop line.

Ensure that you signal oncoming motorists they can cross.

21.

[Sharing the Road]

When you enter a construction zone, what should you do?

Both options are correct.

Be prepared to stop.

Reduce your speed.

22.

[Vehicle Positioning]

What should you do when entering the freeway?

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

Enter the freeway at or near the speed of traffic.

Decrease your speed below the speed of traffic.

23.

[Sharing the Road]

You are about to overtake a motorcyclist in windy weather. What should you do as you overtake?

Use your horn.

Allow plenty of space.

Overtake as quickly as possible.

Keep as close as possible to them.

Hint

24.

[Parking]

When parking uphill, what should you also do?

Neither option is correct.

Make sure that your wheels are pointing towards the curb.

Engage your parking break.

25.

[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?

1 second.

5 seconds.

3 seconds.

26.

[Special Driving Situations]

This road sign has been covered in snow. What does it indicate?

Reduce speed to 30 mph.

Yield to traffic approaching from your right.

No entry.

Stop at the junction.

Hint

27.

[Sharing the Road]

At what speed do slow moving vehicles typically travel?

55 mph.

25 mph or less.

65 mph.

28.

[Special Driving Situations]

What should you not do when being pulled over by law enforcement?

Refusal to roll down your window, or have your hands in open view.

Both options are correct.

Begin moving around in your vehicle suddenly.

29.

[Sharing the Road]

What is a NEV?

A type of emergency vehicle.

A type of public transit.

A neighborhood electric vehicle.

30.

[Sharing the Road]

What does this hazardous load placard mean?

Flammable

Radioactive

Corrosive

31.

[Lane Control]

Which direction should you pass traffic?

You must pass traffic on the right hand side.

You must pass traffic on the left hand side.

It is not lawful to pass any vehicle under any circumstance.

32.

[Sharing the Road]

Which of these light signals implies the car will turn right or move to the right?

Hint

33.

[Occupant Protection]

Pregnant women should do the following regarding a harness style seatbelt?

The harness should be worn across the breasts and over the abdomen's bulge.

No harness should be worn because it can cause greater injury.

The harness should be placed between the breasts and to the side of the abdomen's bulge.

34.

[Occupant Protection]

In what situation is it okay to leave your child and/or animals in a hot vehicle?

When the windows are cracked slightly to allow air to enter the vehicle.

Not at all, as it is unlawful and dangerous.

When the windows are fully opened to allow as much air as possible into the vehicle.

35.

[Lane Control]

What should you NOT do before overtaking? (Select all that apply)

Follow a vehicle already overtaking.

Get as close as possible to the vehicle you plan to overtake.

Use your mirrors and only overtake when safe to do so.

Yield to oncoming traffic before passing parked vehicles.

36.

[Sharing the Road]

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

Long vehicles require more space to manoeuvre.

Their bright colour may dazzle you.

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

The driver of the long vehicle cannot see you.

Hint

37.

[Traffic Controls]

What does this sign mean?

No entry to only vehicular traffic.

No entry to all traffic.

Tunnel ahead.

Stop at the junction.

Hint

38.

[Laws and Rules of the Road]

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

A fine of up to $1,000.

A traffic citation.

Neither option is correct.

39.

[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 obstacle, such as a drain cover.

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.

Hint

40.

[Laws and Rules of the Road]

What direction does traffic travel on a roundabout?

Counter-clockwise

Clockwise

Straight.

41.

[Alcohol and Drugs]

If you are driving a vehicle that requires a CDL, what is the minimum level of BAC before it becomes unlawful to drive?

0.0005

0.0001

0.0004

42.

[Traffic Controls]

What does this sign mean?

Stop at the junction.

Yield to other traffic.

Pedestrian zone ahead.

No entry to all traffic.

Hint

43.

[Sharing the Road]

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

4 seconds.

3 seconds.

1 second.

44.

[Special Driving Situations]

If your vehicle is stationary and is likely to remain so for more than a couple of minutes, you should apply the parking brake and switch off the engine in order to: (Select all that apply)

Reduce emissions.

Reduce fuel consumption.

Get out of the vehicle to have a stretch.

Reduce noise pollution.

Hint

45.

[Safe Driving Practices]

How can you reduce injury when gripping your steering wheel?

You should grip the outside of your steering wheel.

Grip the steering wheel with your knuckles outside of the wheel.

Both options are correct.

46.

[Laws and Rules of the Road]

Where are you required to stop, because of a stop light or sign?

Both options are correct.

You must stop before the stop line, sign, or signal.

Before the crosswalk.

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