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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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.

You may pass as long as you proceed with caution.

Ensure that no pedestrians are in front of that vehicle.

Special Driving Situations

A typical stopping distance of a vehicle in wet weather is approximately __________ the normal distance of a vehicle in dry weather.

The same as

Half

Double

Triple

Lane Control

What are the purpose of yield lines?

To indicate at which point you must speed up.

They serve no purpose. They are included in the design of the roadway.

To indicate where a vehicle must stop or yield at.

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?

Overtake the long vehicle on the left.

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

Use your horn to warn the other driver.

Overtake the long vehicle on the right.

Sharing the Road

Which of the following is correct regarding emergency vehicles with their sirens activated?

You can proceed like normal, ignoring the sirens and lights.

You must yield the right-of-way.

Decrease your speed and proceed like normal.

Parking

What does a green parking colored curb indicate?

Stop no longer than the time posted to load/unload passengers or freight.

No stopping is allowed at this curb.

Park for a limited time as indicated by a sign or the time painted on the curb.

Special Driving Situations

You are traveling along a road and you cannot see more than 100 meters (328 feet) in front. What should you do?

You MUST NOT switch on your fog lights.

You MUST switch on your hazard lights.

You MUST use headlights. You may use fog lights if necessary.

You MUST NOT slow down.

Vehicle Positioning

What is an example of a distracted person?

Delivery persons.

Both options are correct.

Construction workers.

Lane Control

What are turnout areas?

Neither option is correct.

Designated areas that allow other cars behind you to pass.

Special areas where you are allowed to make U-Turns.

10.

Traffic Controls

What does a solid yellow traffic signal mean?

Caution. Stop if you can do so safely.

Stop under all circumstances.

Go.

11.

Traffic Controls

What is this sign indicating?

Winding Road

T Intersection

Curve.

12.

Occupant Protection

Which of the following are true regarding children under the age of 8, and are also less than 4 feet 9 inches tall?

They are not required to wear seatbelts due to their age and height.

They must be properly secured in a federally-approved child passenger restraint system.

They do not require a child passenger restraint system.

13.

Laws and Rules of the Road

You MUST NOT reverse your vehicle:

Without using your horn to warn other road users.

Further than is necessary.

Into a side road.

Without someone to act as a guide.

14.

Traffic Controls

What is this sign indicating?

Be prepared to proceed with caution.

Directional arrow.

There is a stop sign ahead.

15.

Sharing the Road

What California penal code allows Safety Enhanced-Double Fine Zones.

CVC 480.

CVC 42010

CVC 22511.

16.

Laws and Rules of the Road

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

Use your horn to alert them to your presence.

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.

Flash your lights in case they are hard of hearing.

17.

Traffic Controls

What is the correct interpretation of this sign?

This sign means that you are entering an Emergency Only road.

This sign means that you are entering a roundabout.

This sign means that you are approaching a railroad crossing.

18.

Special Driving Situations

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

A quarter.

A dime.

A penny.

19.

Special Driving Situations

What is a symptom of carbon monoxide poisoning?

Dizziness.

Both options are correct.

Nausea.

20.

Alcohol and Drugs

If you are under the age of 21, what is the minimum level of BAC before it becomes unlawful to drive?

0.0005

0.0001

0.0008

21.

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.

22.

Special Driving Situations

What should you do in the event that you begin to hydroplane?

Slow down gradually, and do not apply your brakes

Slow down suddenly by applying your brakes.

Slam down on your brakes to try and come to a complete stop.

23.

Traffic Controls

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.

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

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

24.

Safe Driving Practices

When you are signalling before making a manoeuvre, you should always:

Keep signalling for about a minute before you manoeuvre as a warning.

Watch out for signals given by other road users and proceed only when you are satisfied that it is safe.

Begin your manoeuvre immediately as you have right of way.

Use your hazard lights to alert other road users.

25.

Safe Driving Practices

What is this diagram representing?

The driver is indicating that they are turning left.

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

The driver is indicating that they are turning right.

26.

Handling Emergencies

What should you do if you are involved in a collision?

Stop and call 9-1-1 if anyone is hurt.

Argue with the other person, regardless of who caused it.

Leave the accident.

27.

Safe Driving Practices

When MUST your vehicle's headlights be switched on?

Visibility is reduced to 200 feet.

Visibility is reduced to 2000 feet.

Visibility is reduced to 500 feet.

Visibility is reduced to 1000 feet.

28.

Lane Control

What lane number is considered the fast lane?

Number 3

Number 2

Number 1

29.

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.

30.

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

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

Ensure that it drives properly.

Neither option is correct.

Ensure that it meets California's smog laws.

31.

Turns

Which of the following is an example of an illegal U-turn?

On a roadway with two sets of double yellow lines.

Both options are correct.

In business districts.

32.

Visual Search

Even though signal lights are generally followed, what else should you do?

Neither option is correct.

Always look left, right, and ahead for approaching traffic before continuing.

Follow the traffic lights at all times as they are always followed by other vehicles.

33.

Laws and Rules of the Road

What is required to do when approaching a crosswalk?

Be prepared to stop to ensure the safety of the pedestrian.

Both options are correct.

Reduce your speed and exercise caution.

34.

Safe Driving Practices

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

To alert other road users of your presence.

When another road user annoys you.

When another road user poses a danger.

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

35.

Special Driving Situations

After how many miles should you rotate your tires?

Every 1,000 - 2,000 miles.

Every 6,000 to 7,000 miles.

Every 3,000 to 5,000 miles.

36.

Sharing the Road

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

500 feet.

1,000 feet.

300 feet.

37.

Safe Driving Practices

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

Consult with your local fuel station.

Read your local newspaper.

Use a map or route planner.

No need to plan, just follow the signs.

38.

Traffic Controls

What does this sign normally indicate?

Slow moving vehicle.

A police vehicle.

A hazardous vehicle.

39.

Driver Readiness

You are traveling through a residential street. What should you be particularly aware of?

Cars unexpectedly pulling out.

Children playing in the street.

Truck drivers.

Loud noises coming from houses.

40.

Parking

When parking uphill or downhill, with no curb, what way should you turn your wheels?

Towards the shoulder of the road.

Towards the curb.

Away from the curb.

41.

Parking

Where is it acceptable to park and leave your vehicle? (Select all that apply)

On-street areas marked out by double yellow lines.

On-street areas marked out by yellow zig zag lines along the road.

On-street parking bays marked out by white lines.

In off-street parking areas.

42.

Laws and Rules of the Road

What is the correct definition of a pedestrian?

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

Any individual using a vehicle to travel.

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

43.

Traffic Controls

When coming to a stop sign, if there is no limit line or cross walk present, where must you stop your vehicle?

You must stop after the stop sign.

Anywhere, as it doesn't matter.

You must stop before entering the intersection.

44.

Handling Emergencies

You are traveling in snowy weather. Your steering begins to feel light and unresponsive. You should:

Turn the steering as far as you can to the right.

Release the accelerator to gradually slow down.

Increase speed.

Brake hard immediately.

45.

Driver Readiness

How frequently is it recommended to have your vision checked?

Biennially

Both options are correct.

Annually

46.

Laws and Rules of the Road

What is the maximum speed limit on a two lane undivided highway?

55 mph.

65 mph.

35 mph.

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