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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Special Driving Situations

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

Do not use your brakes for at least 10 minutes.

Speed up to dry your brakes faster.

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

Speed up then brake harshly to quickly dry them.

Laws and Rules of the Road

What is the correct course of action when you approach a pedestrian?

Both options are correct.

Exercise caution and reduce speed.

Stop if necessary to allow the pedestrian to pass.

Occupant Protection

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

Dehydration

Starvation

Heat stroke

Laws and Rules of the Road

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

There are no defined right-of-way rules.

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

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

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

In the event that you are convicted of a hit-and-run accident that resulted in injury, what may the Department of Motor Vehicles do?

Revoke your driver's license.

Do nothing as the Department of Motor Vehicles has no authority over accidents.

Penalize you with additional points depending on the severity of the injury.

Handling Emergencies

Who can you call for free assistance in the event that your car becomes disabled on the freeway?

Freeway Service Patrol.

Department of Motor Vehicles.

California Highway Patrol.

Special Driving Situations

Why MUST you switch off your fog lights when visibility improves?

They are bright and dazzle other road users.

They confused other drivers.

They drain your vehicle's battery.

It reduces control of your vehicle.

Traffic Controls

What is the correct interpretation for this pedestrian signal?

Neither option is correct.

This pedestrian signal means you are allowed to cross the street.

This pedestrian signal means to not cross the street.

Laws and Rules of the Road

Unregistered and untaxed vehicles can only be used:

On quiet roads with little traffic.

When the vehicle is off-road on private land and NEVER uses a public road.

When the driver or rider has an appropriate license.

Between 10pm and 6am.

10.

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.

Call for help, since this is an emergency.

Take a picture of the accident and continue driving.

11.

Driver Readiness

Which of the following is correct regarding emotions and driving?

Emotions can affect the way that you drive.

Your emotions have no relation to how well you drive.

Neither option is correct.

12.

Laws and Rules of the Road

At T intersections without STOP or YIELD signs, what action is correct?

No specific rules are defined for T intersections.

Proceed like normal.

Yield to traffic and any pedestrians.

13.

Lane Control

You may never drive to the left of two solid yellow lines unless:

You are in a carpool lane.

Both options are correct.

Instructed by construction or other signs.

14.

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 windows.

The license plates.

The hood.

The doors.

15.

Special Driving Situations

Why are vehicles fitted with front fog lights?

In case your headlights are broken.

In case your vehicle breaks down.

To improve your visbility ahead.

For learner drivers on the freeway.

16.

Alcohol and Drugs

What California penal code allows an officer to arrest you if they reasonably believe if you are under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs?

CVC 23153.

Both options are correct.

CVC 32152.

17.

Sharing the Road

It is particularly important to be aware of: (Select all that apply)

Older drivers.

Truck drivers.

Fields filled with animals.

Disabled people.

18.

Laws and Rules of the Road

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

55 mph.

35 mph.

65 mph.

19.

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 solid white line.

Stop at the yellow line.

20.

Driver Readiness

Which of the following will prevent drowsy driving?

Turning on the air conditioning.

Rolling down the window.

Calling a ride service to take you to your destination.

21.

Sharing the Road

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

22.

Handling Emergencies

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

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.

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

23.

Occupant Protection

Which Penal Code prohibits leaving or confining an animal in an unattended, hot vehicle?

CVC 480.

CVC 597.7.

CVC 15620.

24.

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.

On an empty road in good weather.

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

In poor weather conditions.

25.

Special Driving Situations

Accelerating very quickly on a wet or icy road may cause:

Better steering control.

The vehicle to skid and lose control.

Improved wheel grip.

The vehicle to speed up normally.

26.

Sharing the Road

When overtaking a horse and rider, what should you NOT do?

Overtake slowly.

Use your horn.

Wait until it is safe to overtake.

Keep your distance from the horses.

27.

Lane Control

What is a HOV lane?

HOV lanes are not present in the state of California.

HOV lanes are used for emergency vehicles only.

A special lane used only for carpools, buses, motorcycles, or decaled low-emission vehicles.

28.

Occupant Protection

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

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

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.

29.

Safe Driving Practices

Whilst driving or riding, you should avoid distractions such as: (Select all that apply)

Listening to the radio at a low volume.

Listening to the radio at a loud volume.

Adjusting or starting the radio.

Adjusting your rear-view mirror.

30.

Visual Search

You want to reverse your car but cannot see if it is safe. You should NOT:

Use your horn and reverse slowly.

Get out of your vehicle and check before moving.

Ask for assistance from a passenger or passer-by.

Glance over your shoulders to check blindspots.

31.

Driver Readiness

Why should you be aware of warm air in the car whilst driving?

Warm air may be uncomfortable for your passengers.

May cause excessive sweat.

It can reduce fuel efficiency.

Unventilated warm air may cause the driver to become sleepy.

32.

Laws and Rules of the Road

At intersections without a STOP or YIELD signs, what action is correct?

Yield to traffic and any pedestrians.

Both options are correct.

Slow down and be ready to stop.

33.

Visual Search

In this image, what does the blue area visualize?

Blind spots.

What is at your side.

What is ahead.

34.

Special Driving Situations

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

Five times (5x)

The same as

Ten times (10x)

Triple

35.

Laws and Rules of the Road

Why is it important to respect right-of-way rules?

It is common courtesy.

It helps prevent collisions and other accidents.

You are not required to respect right-of-way rules.

36.

Laws and Rules of the Road

If a school bus stops on the other side of a divided highway, what must you do?

You are not required to stop your vehicle.

Stop your vehicle and wait until the lights are no longer red.

There is no defined rule for this situation.

37.

Parking

Which of the following is an example of illegal parking

When a peace officer requires you to park off of the freeway.

Parking next to a school.

At a red curb.

38.

Alcohol and Drugs

You are stopped by a police offer, and you have hidden an open container of alcohol in your glove compartment. Is this allowed?

Yes, as this is in a secured area and does not violate the law.

Yes, as you are not actively drinking the open container.

No, as it is prohibited by law to have an open container of alcohol in the glove compartment of your vehicle.

39.

Sharing the Road

What does this hazardous load placard mean?

Explosives

Flammable

Corrosive

40.

Alcohol and Drugs

How long does a DUI conviction remain on your record?

10 years.

1 year.

90 days.

41.

Special Driving Situations

Which of the following is true regarding driving at high rates of speeds?

The faster you drive, the better your gas mileage will be.

The faster your speed, the more control you have of your vehicle.

The faster your speed, the less control you have of your vehicle.

42.

Traffic Controls

What is this sign indicating?

No right turn.

No U-turns allowed.

No left turn.

43.

Traffic Controls

What is this sign indicating?

Two way traffic.

Sharp turn.

Slippery when wet.

44.

Laws and Rules of the Road

When turning left, what is suggested to ensure your safety?

Neither option is correct.

There are no suggested safety tips when turning left.

Keep your wheels pointed straight to be prevent being thrown into oncoming traffic in the event of an accident.

45.

Lane Control

Which lane should you drive in if you plan on making a right turn?

The right most lane.

The left most lane.

The middle lane.

46.

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.

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