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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Parking

What is the penalty for abusing disabled placards?

A fine of up to $1,000.

Both options are correct.

A misdemeanor charge.

Traffic Controls

What is the correct interpretation of this sign?

This sign means that you are entering a roundabout.

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

This sign means that you are approaching a railroad crossing.

Handling Emergencies

According to the California Highway Patrol, what should you do if your vehicle becomes disabled on the freeway?

Safely pull to the right shoulder.

Stay inside your vehicle with the seat belt on until help arrives.

Both options are correct.

Parking

Which of the following is an example of disabled placard abuse?

Loaning your placard to friends or family.

Both options are correct.

Using a placard issued to you by the Department of Motor Vehicles.

Safe Driving Practices

Which steering method is recommended when backing up?

Hand-to-Hand steering

Hand-over-hand steering.

One hand steering.

Special Driving Situations

Why are vehicles fitted with rear fog lights?

In case your vehicle breaks down.

In case your brake lights don't work.

For learner drivers on the freeway.

To allow other vehicles to see you in fog.

Parking

What does a yellow parking colored curb indicate?

No stopping is allowed at this curb.

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

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

Lane Control

What is the correct interpretation of this diagram?

Double solid lines indicates that you may not pass.

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.

Laws and Rules of the Road

While pedestrians have the right-of-way, what is also required of them?

Pedestrians are not required to abide by the rules of the road.

Pedestrians must abide by the rules of the road.

Pedestrians have their own set of rules that they must abide to since they are not in a vehicle.

10.

Sharing the Road

The rider of the motorcycle in front of you is moving their hand up and down as shown in the picture. 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 is braking.

The vehicle shall move to the left or turn left.

11.

Sharing the Road

If you are a minor using a bicycle for transportation, what is required?

A valid driver's license.

A valid learner's permit.

A helmet.

12.

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.

13.

Special Driving Situations

Whilst driving when it is snowing, you should:

Slow down and allow plenty of time to brake gently.

Never use your fog lights.

Drive as quickly as possible.

Pull over into a service area and wait for the weather to improve.

14.

Turns

What is a U-Turn?

Turning your vehicle around in the street to go back the way you came.

Passing a vehicle at a high rate of speed.

There is no definition for a U-Turn in the state of California.

15.

Alcohol and Drugs

If you are under the age of 21, and your BAC is 0.05%, what may you be required to submit to?

Neither option is correct.

Either a breath or blood test.

Another PAS to confirm the BAC.

16.

Occupant Protection

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

Under 2 years old.

Under 5 years old.

Under 1 year old.

17.

Sharing the Road

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

To avoid dazzling them with your lights.

To stop the wind blowing your exhaust fumes towards them.

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

To reduce fuel consumption.

18.

Traffic Controls

Where is this sign normally displayed?

Freeways.

4 way intersections.

High ways.

19.

Sharing the Road

Which of the following is an example of when you can pass a light-rail vehicle?

Neither option is correct.

When you are on a one-way street.

When the light-rail vehicle is in your way, and you need to get over.

20.

Sharing the Road

A farmer is herding sheep across the road and has asked you to stop your vehicle until he has finished. You should:

Use your horn to get the sheep to move faster.

Ignore the farmer as he has no authority.

Keep going as you have right of way.

Stop and turn your engine off until directed to continue.

21.

Driver Readiness

You develop poor vision, which of the following is correct after you have visited your doctor?

Notify the Department of Motor Vehicles.

You should not notify the Department of Motor Vehicles as they are not required to know.

Neither option is correct

22.

Safe Driving Practices

When might you want to slow down instead of traveling at the speed limit? (Select all that apply)

Coming up to junctions where other road users may pull out with little warning.

In poor weather conditions.

On an empty road in good weather.

When you are coming up to a blind bend in the road.

23.

Special Driving Situations

If you are not able to see any farther than 100 feet in front of you, what should you reduce your speed to?

30 mph or below.

50 mph.

45 mph.

24.

Safe Driving Practices

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

Read your local newspaper.

Consult with your local fuel station.

No need to plan, just follow the signs.

Use a map or route planner.

25.

Visual Search

What should you do before changing lanes?

Increase speed and give a signal before changing lanes.

Increase speed and change lanes.

Look into your rearview mirror for nearby vehicles.

26.

Handling Emergencies

What is the first step you must do in the event that your accelerator becomes stuck?

Apply the breaks.

Shift to neutral.

Stop and turn off of the ignition.

27.

Sharing the Road

Why should you not move in front of a large truck and suddenly stop or slow down?

Because they are a much larger vehicle, it takes longer for them to stop.

You can move in front of a large truck and stop or slow down suddenly, as they can stop quicker than a regular vehicle.

Neither option is correct

28.

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.

After 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.

29.

Handling Emergencies

What is a possible punishment if you fail to notify the Department of Motor Vehicles in the event that you are in a collision?

Neither option is correct.

Your driving privilege will be suspended.

Nothing will happen, since nobody was injured.

30.

Sharing the Road

If you are needing to make a turn, and you must enter a bike lane to do so, how much distance can you drive into the bike lane?

500 feet.

1 mile.

200 feet.

31.

Parking

What is the distance that is allowed to park in front of a fire hydrant?

5 feet.

It is illegal to park near a fire hydrant.

15 feet.

32.

Lane Control

What is the maximum amount of distance that you can drive in a center left turn lane?

200 feet

500 feet.

1 mile

33.

Traffic Controls

What is the correct interpretation of a solid green traffic signal?

The driver may proceed.

The driver must stop.

The driver must proceed with caution.

34.

Alcohol and Drugs

What is a PAS?

Neither option is correct.

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

Preliminary alcohol screening.

35.

Driver Readiness

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

Rest on the hard shoulder of the freeway.

Eat a heavy meal before the journey.

Do not begin a journey if you are already tired.

Plan your journey to take sufficient breaks.

36.

Lane Control

What should you do before passing another vehicle?

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

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

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

37.

Sharing the Road

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

Overtake as quickly as possible.

Allow plenty of space.

Keep as close as possible to them.

Use your horn.

38.

Parking

What is parallel parking?

A driving technique that allows you to park parallel to an interstate in the event that you are tired from driving.

A driving technique that allows you to park parallel to the road in line with other vehicles.

A driving technique that allows you to park adjacent to a public transit bus lane lawfully.

39.

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.

40.

Laws and Rules of the Road

What is a blind intersection?

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

An area where a railroad crossing intersects with a roadway.

There is no defined definition for a blind intersection.

41.

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.

Speed up then brake harshly to quickly dry them.

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

Do not use your brakes for at least 10 minutes.

42.

Parking

What should you do when you find a space to parallel park?

Signal that you intend to park.

Neither option is correct.

Park as quickly as possible to get out of the way of oncoming traffic.

43.

Parking

Which of the following is an example of illegal parking

Neither option is correct.

Parking adjacent to a hospital.

Parking within 7.5 feet of a railroad track.

44.

Safe Driving Practices

You are driving down the road and you witness a collision. Regarding using electronic devices, what may you do?

Neither option is correct.

Take a picture of the accident and continue driving.

Call for help, since this is an emergency.

45.

Handling Emergencies

What should you do if you see a vehicle's hazard lights ahead?

Neither option is correct.

Reduce your speed so you can see what happened.

Reduce your speed and proceed with caution.

46.

Alcohol and Drugs

Which of the following is true for all DUI convictions, regardless of age?

The completion of a DUI program.

Neither option is correct.

You are not required to complete anything in the event that you are convicted of a DUI.

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