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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Laws and Rules of the Road

What is the penalty for failing to stop for a school bus?

Neither option is correct.

A fine of up to $1,000.

A traffic citation.

Parking

What does a green parking colored curb indicate?

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

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

No stopping is allowed at this curb.

Parking

Where is it NOT acceptable to park and leave your vehicle? (Select all that apply)

On-street areas marked out by double yellow lines.

In off-street parking areas.

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

On-street parking bays marked out by white lines.

Parking

What does a blue parking colored curb indicate?

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

No stopping, standing, or parking is permitted.

This parking is only permitted for those with a disabled placard or license plate.

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

If an individual is convicted of engaging in a speed contest that results in bodily injury to another person, what is the consequence?

A fine.

Imprisonment.

Both options are correct.

Turns

What should you not do when making a right turn?

Both options are correct.

Turning wide into another lane.

Increase your speed to make the turn quickly.

Lane Control

Apart from looking in your mirrors, what should you do before changing lanes?

Signal and change lanes without any other precautionary measures.

Be sure that there is enough room for your vehicle in the next lane.

Change lanes without a signal, as long as you do it slowly to let other drivers know.

Laws and Rules of the Road

In unmarked crosswalks, who has the right-of-way?

Vehicles.

Bicyclists.

Pedestrians.

Alcohol and Drugs

If an officer suspects you of being under the influence of drugs and/or alcohol, which of the following is true?

They can arrest you based off of theory.

They cannot legally require you to take a test to prove if you are under the influence or not.

They can legally require you to take a blood or urine test.

10.

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

What California penal code prohibits you from willfully fleeing a peace officer?

CVC 21152

CVC 480.

CVC 2800.3

11.

Turns

When a red arrow traffic signal is present, what is the correct course of action?

Wait until the signal turns a solid green or green arrow.

Neither option is correct.

Make the turn when there is no oncoming traffic. Follow the right-of-way rules.

12.

Sharing the Road

A farmer is herding cows across the road. What should you do?

Slow down and be ready to stop if necessary.

Speed up to get around them more quickly.

Turn around and find another route.

Use your horn.

13.

Safe Driving Practices

When may you use your vehicle's fog lights?

Any time at night.

If your headlights are not working.

When visibility is severely reduced.

In a tunnel.

14.

Occupant Protection

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

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.

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

15.

Laws and Rules of the Road

What should drivers of hybrid of electric vehicles do when a blind pedestrian is attempting to cross?

Treat the blind pedestrian as a standard pedestrian.

Be especially aware and use extreme caution.

Follow standard right-of-way rules when it comes to blind pedestrians.

16.

Sharing the Road

When passing a bicyclist, how much space should you leave between your vehicle and the bicyclist?

1 foot.

2 feet.

3 feet.

17.

Traffic Controls

Which of the following signs means to remain stopped until the green signal, or green arrow appears?

A flashing red traffic signal.

A flashing yellow traffic signal.

A red arrow traffic signal.

18.

Special Driving Situations

You are driving your car along a wet road. Spray from the road is limiting your visibility. You should:

Speed up get through the wet area.

Use your flashing hazard lights.

Use dipped headlights.

Pull over into a service area and wait for the road to dry.

19.

Alcohol and Drugs

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

0.0008

0.0001

0.0005

20.

Safe Driving Practices

If you are dazzled by another vehicle's lights, you should:

Keep driving, but look away from the lights.

Put on a pair of sunglasses.

Reduce your speed and be prepared to stop if necessary.

Speed up to reduce the time you are dazzled.

21.

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

If you are caught dumping or abandoning animals on a highway, how much can you be fined?

Up to $2,000.

1 year in jail.

Up to $1,000

22.

Traffic Controls

What is this sign indicating?

School zone ahead.

Pedestrian crossing.

Caution.

23.

Special Driving Situations

Why are vehicles fitted with front fog lights?

In case your vehicle breaks down.

In case your headlights are broken.

To improve your visbility ahead.

For learner drivers on the freeway.

24.

Visual Search

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

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

Neither option is correct.

It prevents you from seeing potential hazards ahead of you.

25.

Alcohol and Drugs

What is an IID?

An ignition interlock device.

A type of headlight that allows you to see better at night.

A form of license plate that is optional for your vehicle.

26.

Driver Readiness

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

Rest on the hard shoulder of the freeway.

Plan your journey to take sufficient breaks.

Eat a heavy meal before the journey.

Do not begin a journey if you are already tired.

27.

Traffic Controls

When you see a solid green traffic signal turn to a solid yellow traffic signal, what should you do?

Stop if you can safely, otherwise, cross the intersection with caution.

Drive forward without reducing speed, observing the right-of-way rules.

Yield to oncoming traffic.

28.

Laws and Rules of the Road

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

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

There are no defined right-of-way rules.

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

29.

Handling Emergencies

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

Department of Motor Vehicles.

Freeway Service Patrol.

California Highway Patrol.

30.

Lane Control

Apart from looking in your mirrors, what should you do before changing lanes?

Check for vehicles that may or may not be in your blind spot.

Change lanes without a signal, as long as you do it slowly to let other drivers know.

Signal and change lanes without any other precautionary measures.

31.

Safe Driving Practices

You have turned into a sideroad and realise you have made a mistake. You should NOT:

Keep going forward to find a safe place to turn around.

Reverse onto the main road.

Find an alternative route.

Perform a three-point turn manoeuvre.

32.

Sharing the Road

There are sheep in the road. What should you do?

Turn around and find another route.

Slow down and be ready to stop if necessary.

Speed up to get around them more quickly.

Use your horn.

33.

Special Driving Situations

You have driven through deep water. What should you check at the first safe opportunity?

If any fish have become stuck on your vehicle.

Test the effectiveness of your brakes as they may be wet.

If your vehicle left any pollution in the water.

There is no water in your exhaust system.

34.

Sharing the Road

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

Overtake slowly giving them plenty of space.

Rev your engine loudly.

Use your horn.

Travel closely behind the horses.

35.

Sharing the Road

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

Long vehicles.

Cyclists

Horse riders.

Cars

36.

Alcohol and Drugs

If you are convicted of DUI for the first time, in addition to having driving privileges suspended, what also may you be required to do?

You will be required to complete a DUI program.

Neither option is correct.

Nothing, as the suspension of driving privileges is enough of a punishment.

37.

Traffic Controls

What is this sign indicating?

Directional arrow.

End divided highway.

Lane ending.

38.

Traffic Controls

What is this sign indicating?

Railroad tracks.

There is a hospital ahead.

Crossroad.

39.

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

If an individual is from out of state, once they receive a job or become a resident, how long do they have to register their vehicle with the state of California?

5 days.

20 days.

7 days.

40.

Special Driving Situations

What is a symptom of carbon monoxide poisoning?

Dizziness.

Nausea.

Both options are correct.

41.

Parking

How much distance should your vehicle be visible in the event that you have to park off of the freeway.

100 feet in each direction.

200 feet in each direction.

It does not matter as you will be parking off of the pavement.

42.

Vehicle Positioning

What should you do when entering the freeway?

Decrease your speed below the speed of traffic.

Increase your speed so you can overtake the vehicle closest to you.,

Enter the freeway at or near the speed of traffic.

43.

Sharing the Road

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

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

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

The left lost lane.

44.

Laws and Rules of the Road

Where are you required to stop, because of a stop light or sign?

You must stop before the stop line, sign, or signal.

Before the crosswalk.

Both options are correct.

45.

Laws and Rules of the Road

Which of the following is true when driving in a roundabout?

You may pass vehicles using any additional lanes.

You may enter using a high rate of speed.

Do not stop or pass vehicles.

46.

Lane Control

What is the correct interpretation of this diagram?

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.

Double solid lines indicates that you may not pass.

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