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

Which of these other road users might not take a normal route through a roundabout? (Select all that apply)

Cars

Long vehicles.

Horse riders.

Cyclists

Occupant Protection

How far suggested should drivers ride from the airbag cover?

5 inches

24 inches

10 inches

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

How long can traffic convictions and collisions, at minimum, stay on your record for?

72 months.,

12 months.

36 months.

Traffic Controls

What is this sign indicating?

Divided highway.

End divided highway

Crossroad.

Traffic Controls

What is the correct course of action when you see a solid yellow traffic signal?

Stop under all circumstances and wait for the red light.

Stop if it is safe to do so, otherwise slow down and proceed through the intersection with caution.

Stop and look for pedestrians, then proceed with caution.

Traffic Controls

If you are approaching a stop sign, you must do which of the following?

Stop at the broken white line.

Stop at the yellow line.

Stop at the solid white line.

Traffic Controls

Which of the following types of signs indicate that you must slow down and be ready to stop if necessary?

An eight sided red sign.

A three sided red sign.

A square red and white regulatory sign.

Sharing the Road

How much can you be fined if you commit a traffic violating in a construction zone?

One year in prison.

Up to $2,000.

Up to $1,000

Visual Search

Why is it important to not develop a "fixed stare" while driving?

It prevents you from seeing potential hazards ahead of you.

It is a good habit to develop as it decreases the chances of an accident.

Neither option is correct.

10.

Traffic Controls

What is this sign indicating?

Directional arrow.

Be prepared to proceed with caution.

There is a stop sign ahead.

11.

Visual Search

What do you do if a vehicle merges in front of you too closely?

Increase your speed.

Decrease your speed.

Switch to another lane and pass that vehicle for merging too closely.

12.

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.

13.

Safe Driving Practices

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

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

When another road user annoys you.

To alert other road users of your presence.

When another road user poses a danger.

14.

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 shall move to the right or turn right.

The vehicle is reversing.

The vehicle shall move to the left or turn left.

The vehicle is braking.

15.

Traffic Controls

What is this sign indicating?

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

This sign means that there is an airport near by.

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

16.

Occupant Protection

Which of the following is not correct about wearing a shoulder harness style seatbelt?

The shoulder harness should be worn across the shoulder and chest.

The shoulder harness should be worn under the arm or the back.

The shoulder harness should have minimal to no slack.

17.

Special Driving Situations

What do all gas-powered vehicles produce?

Sodium chloride.

Oxygen.

Carbon monoxide.

18.

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.

Use your fog lights if necessary.

Use your hazard lights to warn other drivers.

Check your mirrors and slow down.

19.

Sharing the Road

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

20.

Laws and Rules of the Road

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

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

Use your horn to alert them to your presence.

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

Flash your lights in case they are hard of hearing.

21.

Turns

Which of the following is not an illegal U-turn?

At or on a rail road crossing.

Where a "no U-turn" sign is posted.

When there is an opening available in the center divider.

22.

Traffic Controls

What is this sign indicating?

That two way traffic is going to be head.

Neither option is correct.

That two way traffic is now allowed on this road.

23.

Handling Emergencies

You are traveling along a snowy or icy road in a vehicle without anti-lock brakes. You apply the brakes and your vehicle begins to skid. What should you do?

Brake hard immediately.

Increase speed.

Let go of the steering.

Release the brakes.

24.

Visual Search

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

Always increase your speed to overtake a vehicle attempting to enter a freeway.

Always increase your speed when driving along side other vehicles.

If possible and safe, make room for vehicles entering freeways.

25.

Traffic Controls

What is the correct interpretation of this traffic signal?

To stop your vehicle entirely and to not continue forward.

To continue driving as long as you keep an eye out for other vehicles.

To yield to any pedestrians before continuing on.

26.

Handling Emergencies

What can you do to dry your brakes in the event that they become wet?

Press the accelerator and the brake pedals at the same time lightly.

Increase your speed, as the faster you go, the hotter your brakes become.

Increase how often you brake, as the more you brake, the hotter your brakes become.

27.

Lane Control

Which direction should you pass traffic?

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

You must pass traffic on the right hand side.

You must pass traffic on the left hand side.

28.

Sharing the Road

On a divided highway with 4 or more traffic lanes in one direction, what lane do large trucks typically drive in?

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

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

The left lost lane.

29.

Laws and Rules of the Road

Why is it not allowed to stop in a crosswalk?

You are allowed to stop in a crosswalk, as long as you are doing it in a way that does not put pedestrians in danger.

You are not allowed to stop in a crosswalk, as it puts pedestrians in danger.

Neither option is correct.

30.

Safe Driving Practices

The driver ahead of you made a mistake while driving, and you want to alert them to it. What do you do?

Honk your horn at them to alert them to pay attention.

Honk your horn at them to let them know they made a mistake.

Do nothing, and proceed with caution.

31.

Special Driving Situations

Coasting is a term used to describe a vehicle traveling in neutral or with the clutch on. How does this affect your control of the vehicle? (Select all that apply)

Vehicle speed will reduce going downhill.

Vehicle speed will increase going downhill.

Steering control will improve.

Steering response may be reduced.

32.

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.

33.

Alcohol and Drugs

Consuming alcohol will have the following effect: (Select all that apply)

Affect judgement of speed, distance and risk.

Improve co-ordination and reaction times.

Reduce driving ability, even if you're below the legal limit.

Take time to leave your body making you unfit to drive even hours later.

34.

Laws and Rules of the Road

What is the correct course of action when it comes to traffic signs that are indicating pedestrians?

Acknowledge them at your discretion, as they are not required by law.

Obey them as they are there to ensure the safety of pedestrians.

Ignore them, as they are meant for pedestrians and not drivers.

35.

Driver Readiness

How frequently is it recommended to have your vision checked?

Both options are correct.

Biennially

Annually

36.

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.

37.

Vehicle Positioning

What does it mean to "split the difference"?

If there is a danger on both sides of the road at the same time, you split the difference with the driver.

Neither option is correct.

If you do not have enough money for the toll on the HOT, you can split the difference with the toll man.

38.

Traffic Controls

Which of the following traffic signals means to "proceed with caution"?

A green arrow traffic signal.

A solid green traffic signal.

A flashing yellow traffic signal.

39.

Driver Readiness

What should you do to minimise the risk of tiredness? (Select all that apply)

Stop in a safe place if you feel sleepy.

Take a break for 15 minutes every 2 hours.

Avoid long journeys during the night when natural alertness is minimum.

Drink alcohol to boost alertness.

40.

Lane Control

Which of the following is true regarding double white lines?

Neither option is correct.

You must wait until a single broken white line appears before changing lanes.

You may change lanes freely.

41.

Safe Driving Practices

What is this diagram representing?

The driver is indicating that they are turning left.

The driver is indicating that they are turning right.

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

42.

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.

43.

Turns

Why should you keep your wheels pointed straight until you start your turn?

It reduces the stress on your wheels.

It reduces the risk of a vehicle accident.

In the event you are hit from behind, you will not be pushed into oncoming traffic.

44.

Vehicle Positioning

What is the correct course of action when you are behind a driver who may be dangerous to others?

Neither option is correct.

Tailgate the driver.

Increase your following distance.

45.

Occupant Protection

Pregnant women should do the following regarding a lap belt seatbelt?

The lap belt must be worn with as little slack as possible for comfort.

The lap belt should be worn as low as possible under the abdomen.

The lap belt is optional because of pregnancy.

46.

Handling Emergencies

Your vehicle accelerates too quickly in wet or icy conditions and begins to skid. How should you recover control of the vehicle?

Speed up whilst steering away from the skid.

Brake hard immediately. It doesn't matter if the wheels lock.

Increase acceleration to speed up out of the skid.

Release the accelerator. Steer into the skid.

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