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.

Ready? Click 'Next' to begin.

Traffic Controls

After stopping at a flashing red traffic signal, what should you do?

Proceed with caution and observe the right-of-way rules.

Wait until an official clears you to proceed.

You must wait until the light turns green.

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

What should you do if you purchase a vehicle from another state?

Ensure that it meets California's smog laws.

Neither option is correct.

Ensure that it drives properly.

Laws and Rules of the Road

What should you do if you see senior citizens crossing the road ahead?

Slow down and prepare to stop. Be patient and allow them to finish crossing.

Rev your engine loudly to get them to move out of the way.

Use your horn to alert them to your presence.

Flash your lights in case they are hard of hearing.

Traffic Controls

What is this sign indicating?

End divided highway

Divided highway.

Crossroad.

Traffic Controls

What does this sign mean?

Stop at the junction.

No entry to only vehicular traffic.

No entry to all traffic.

Tunnel ahead.

Special Driving Situations

If you drive through deep water your brakes might become less effective. What should you do?

Speed up to dry your brakes faster.

Do not use your brakes for at least 10 minutes.

Speed up then brake harshly to quickly dry them.

Gently apply light pressure to the brakes while driving slowly to dry them out.

Laws and Rules of the Road

Who should you allow sufficient time to cross the street?

Both options are correct.

Older pedestrians.

Pedestrians with young children.

Sharing the Road

You are traveling slowly behind a cyclist in front of you. Why might they suddenly swerve or move across the traffic lane?

Cyclists like to show off.

To get a better view of the road ahead.

To avoid an uneven road surface or an icy patch.

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

Sharing the Road

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

The driver of the long vehicle cannot see you.

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.

10.

Vehicle Positioning

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

Both options are correct.

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

Signal and look over your shoulder.

11.

Sharing the Road

You are about to overtake a horse and rider. What should you NOT do? (Select all that apply)

Rev your engine loudly.

Travel closely behind the horses.

Overtake slowly giving them plenty of space.

Use your horn.

12.

Vehicle Positioning

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

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

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

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

13.

Sharing the Road

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

14.

Laws and Rules of the Road

Unless otherwise posted, what is the speed limit when driving near a school?

25 mph

55 mph

45 mph

15.

Sharing the Road

Which of these light signals implies the motorcycle will turn left or move to the left?

16.

Visual Search

In this image, what does the red area visualize?

What is behind you.

What is ahead.

Blind spots.

17.

Alcohol and Drugs

If you are a commercial driver, and you are convicted of a DUI, what must you first do after your suspension?

Downgrade to a noncommercial license.

Nothing will happen.

Neither option is correct.

18.

Safe Driving Practices

Which steering method is recommended when turning at low speeds?

Hand-to-Hand steering

One hand steering

Hand-over-hand steering.

19.

Visual Search

What is the "3 second rule"?

Neither option is correct.

A method in which you can ensure that there is enough distance between you and the vehicle in front of you.

When you are passing another vehicle, you have three seconds to pass

20.

Laws and Rules of the Road

Which of the following is the correct assumption regarding right-of-way rules?

Other drivers will always give you the right-of-way.

There are no defined right-of-way rules.

Never assume that other drivers will give you the right-of-way.

21.

Safe Driving Practices

Before beginning a journey, how can you best plan your route?

Use a map or route planner.

No need to plan, just follow the signs.

Read your local newspaper.

Consult with your local fuel station.

22.

Vehicle Positioning

What is an example of a distracted person?

Delivery persons.

Both options are correct.

Construction workers.

23.

Parking

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

No further than 24 inches

No further than 18 inches.

No further than 6 inches.

24.

Lane Control

What should you do before passing another vehicle?

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

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

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

25.

Driver Readiness

If you are dazzled by bright sunlight, you should:

Turn your head and face away from the road.

Slow down, and if necessary stop.

Speed up to get through the dazzle as quickly as possible.

Close your eyes until the dazzling goes away.

26.

Traffic Controls

You MUST obey signals given by the following: (Select all that apply)

Traffic officers.

School crossing patrols.

Police officers.

Traffic wardens.

27.

Occupant Protection

Which of the following is true when a child is seated next to a side air bag?

The child may be at serious risk of injury or fatal injury.

You are encouraged to seat your child next to a side air bag.

There is no risk associated with seating a child next to a side airbag.

28.

Turns

What should you do when you are making a right turn?

Look over your right shoulder.

Reduce your speed.

Both options are correct.

29.

Laws and Rules of the Road

Under what circumstance must you drive slower?

When there is heavy traffic.

When there is bad weather.

Both options are correct.

30.

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 cannot do anything, as you have proven that you can drive since you have a driver's license.

They can have your driver's license cancelled.

31.

Laws and Rules of the Road

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

Any lanes regardless of the circumstance, or posted speed.

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

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

32.

Laws and Rules of the Road

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

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

Check for pedestrians, and for bicyclists.

Ensure that you signal oncoming motorists they can cross.

33.

Traffic Controls

What is this sign indicating?

Curve

Merging traffic.

Added lane.

34.

Lane Control

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

Weave in and out of traffic.

Follow the posted speed.

Stay in the same lane as much as possible.

35.

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 doors.

The hood.

The windows.

The license plates.

36.

Special Driving Situations

After how many miles should you rotate your tires?

Every 1,000 - 2,000 miles.

Every 3,000 to 5,000 miles.

Every 6,000 to 7,000 miles.

37.

Sharing the Road

What is required to operate a LSV or NEV?

A valid driver's license.

No form of identification is needed to operate these vehicles.

A valid learner's permit.

38.

Traffic Controls

What is this sign indicating?

This sign indicates that a rest area is near by.

This sign indicates that a trolley is near by.

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

39.

Laws and Rules of the Road

What is a blind intersection?

There is no defined definition for a blind intersection.

An area where a railroad crossing intersects with a roadway.

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

40.

Safe Driving Practices

When traveling at night, your vehicles headlights MUST be switched on. For this purpose, night time is defined as:

The period between half an hour after sunset and half an hour before sunrise.

Between 8pm and 8am.

Whenever the street lights are switched on.

Whenever the sun is not visible in the sky.

41.

Special Driving Situations

Ice and snowy weather has been forecasted. You should: (Select all that apply)

Keep your fog lights on at all times.

Drive more quickly to reduce time in the snow.

Only travel if the journey is essential.

Allow more time for your journey.

42.

Special Driving Situations

At what speed can your tires loss all contact with the road if there is a lot of water?

50 mph.

20 mph.

30 mph.

43.

Safe Driving Practices

What is this diagram representing?

The driver is indicating that they are slowing down or stopping.

The driver is indicating that they are turning right.

The driver is indicating that they are turning left.

44.

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.

45.

Sharing the Road

How much distance does it typically take for a large truck travelling 55 mph to stop?

400 feet.

800 feet.

200 feet.

46.

Sharing the Road

Where are Low Speed Vehicles and Neighborhood Electric Vehicles restricted to?

Roadways where the speed limit is greater than 35 mph.

Roadways where the speed limit is greater than 55 mph.

Roadways where the speed limit is greater than 40 mph.

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