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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Traffic Controls

What is this sign indicating?

No U-turns allowed.

No right turn.

No left turn.

Alcohol and Drugs

If you are a commercial driver, and you are convicted of a DUI, what must you first do after your suspension?

Downgrade to a noncommercial license.

Nothing will happen.

Neither option is correct.

Sharing the Road

You are traveling slowly behind a cyclist in front of you. Why might they suddenly swerve or move across the traffic lane?

To avoid an uneven road surface or an icy patch.

Cyclists like to show off.

To get a better view of the road ahead.

As a warning to you that you're traveling too closely.

Sharing the Road

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

Truck drivers.

Fields filled with animals.

Disabled people.

Older drivers.

Sharing the Road

The motorcycle in front of you has a bright red light as shown. What do you expect the vehicle to do next?

The vehicle is braking.

The vehicle is reversing.

The vehicle shall move to the left or turn left.

The vehicle shall move to the right or turn right.

Safe Driving Practices

How much distance should be between your vehicle and your turn before you signal?

50 feet.

100 feet.

500 feet.

Laws and Rules of the Road

When towing a vehicle or trailer, which lanes must you drive in?

The lane that is closest to the right side of the road.

Any lanes regardless of the circumstance, or posted speed.

Any lane as long as you are maintaining the posted speed.

Lane Control

Which of the following is true regarding bicycle lane?

It is legal to drive your vehicle in all bicycle lanes.

Neither options are correct.

It is illegal to drive in a bicycle lane, unless under certain circumstances.

Sharing the Road

You are traveling slowly behind a cyclist in front of you. Why should you give the cyclist plenty of space when overtaking?

The cyclist might swerve to avoid an obstacle.

The rush of wind as you pass can destabilise a cyclist.

So that they are more likely to see you.

To get a better view of the road ahead.

10.

Sharing the Road

You are about to overtake a person riding a mobility scooter in windy weather. What should you do as you overtake?

Allow plenty of space.

Use your horn.

Use a higher gear whilst overtaking.

Keep as close as possible to them.

11.

Special Driving Situations

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

Triple

Half

The same as

Double

12.

Laws and Rules of the Road

School crosswalks are normally marked with what color lines?

Red lines.

Yellow lines.

Black lines.

13.

Safe Driving Practices

Which circumstance is an example of when to use your horn?

To try and get eye contact with other drivers.

If a driver is moving slowly.

To alert other drivers that they made a mistake.

14.

Occupant Protection

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

Under 1 year old.

Under 5 years old.

Under 2 years old.

15.

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

What must vehicles in a funeral procession have?

Nothing is required to mark them.

A large orange and red sticker that marks them as such.

A sticker that indicates that they are a part of a funeral procession.

16.

Sharing the Road

What does this hazardous load placard mean?

Flammable

Explosives

Corrosive

17.

Special Driving Situations

At what speed can your tires loss all contact with the road if there is a lot of water?

30 mph.

50 mph.

20 mph.

18.

Parking

Which of the following is an example of illegal parking

At a red curb.

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

Parking next to a school.

19.

Alcohol and Drugs

If you are convicted of a DUI for the second time, how many years will your license be suspended for?

2 years.

1 year.

5 years.

20.

Laws and Rules of the Road

Who should you allow sufficient time to cross the street?

Older pedestrians.

Both options are correct.

Pedestrians with young children.

21.

Safe Driving Practices

In normal circumstances, what is the safest way to use the brakes?

Slow down by reducing gear and using engine braking. Only brake as late as possible.

Brake early and gently.

Slow down quickly as early as possible and then travel very slowly up to the stopping point.

Sharply and as late as possible.

22.

Special Driving Situations

You are traveling in heavy traffic in wet weather. Rain and spray from the road are limiting visibility. You should: (Select all that apply)

Use your fog lights if visibility is below 100m.

Use your horn so other road users are aware of you.

Use your flashing hazard lights.

Use dipped headlights.

23.

Special Driving Situations

When should you switch off your fog lights?

When visibility is greater than 200 feet.

Visibility is greater than 2000 feet.

When visibility is greater than 500 feet.

When visibility is greater than 1000 feet.

24.

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?

Neither option is correct.

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

You will be required to complete a DUI program.

25.

Parking

Which of the following is an example of illegal parking

Both options are correct.

Parking where a "no parking" sign is posted.

Parking adjacent to the curb.

26.

Laws and Rules of the Road

What is the speed limit when you are in a business district?

55 mph, unless otherwise posted.

25 mph, unless otherwise posted.

35 mph, unless otherwise posted.

27.

Sharing the Road

Which of these light signals implies the car is reversing or will reverse?

28.

Driver Readiness

Which of the following over the counter medications could make you dizzy?

Tylenol.

Vitamins

Cold medications.

29.

Handling Emergencies

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

Both options are correct.

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

Safely pull to the right shoulder.

30.

Sharing the Road

You are traveling slowly behind a cyclist in front of you. Why should you give the cyclist plenty of space when overtaking?

To get a better view of the road ahead.

So that you can travel faster.

The cyclist might swerve to avoid an uneven road surface.

So that they are more likely to see you.

31.

Laws and Rules of the Road

What should you do when you are approaching a sign such as this?

Neither option is correct.

This sign means to be alert for possible animals in the area.

This sign indicates what animals inhabit this area.

32.

Traffic Controls

What does this traffic symbol mean?

Caution.

To Stop.

To turn left.

33.

Visual Search

If it is hard to see 1,000 feet ahead of you, what should you do?

Turn on your headlights.

Proceed like normal.

Pull over and wait until you can see better.

34.

Laws and Rules of the Road

If there is a stop line before the crosswalk, where must you stop?

The stop line must be obeyed first.

Neither option is correct.

Ignore the stop line and stop before the crosswalk.

35.

Alcohol and Drugs

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

Give a false sense of confidence.

Decrease the risk of collisions.

Make you a better driver.

Reduce co-ordination and slow down reactions.

36.

Traffic Controls

In addition to yielding, what must you also do when you come to a YIELD sign?

You may not enter the road that the sign is adjacent to.

You must stop at the limit line before proceeding.

You must let any vehicle, bicyclist, or pedestrian pass before you proceed.

37.

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

What California penal code prohibits driving with an unsecured load that is a potential safety hazard?

CVC 480.

CVC 21152

CVC 24002

38.

Sharing the Road

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

39.

Parking

What is the penalty for abusing disabled placards?

A misdemeanor charge.

A fine of up to $1,000.

Both options are correct.

40.

Traffic Controls

What is the correct interpretation of this sign?

Slow down and stop.

Stop at the intersection before proceeding with caution.

This sign means that you cannot do a certain action.

41.

Laws and Rules of the Road

What is the speed limit in any alley in the state of California?

55 mph

25 mph

15 mph

42.

Alcohol and Drugs

If you are under the age of 21, and you are caught with an alcohol beverage in your vehicle, how much can the court fine you for?

3000

2000

Up to $1,000

43.

Special Driving Situations

Which headlights should you use in the event that you have to drive in heavy fog or smoke?

Low beam headlights.

Fog headlights.

High beam headlights.

44.

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

If you receive a ticket during a traffic stop, what is the purpose of the promise that you sign?

By signing, you promise to appear in traffic court.

Neither option is correct.

By signing, you promise to admit fault for the citation.

45.

Traffic Controls

What is this sign indicating?

No left turn.

No right turn.

No U-turns allowed.

46.

Turns

What is 200 feet most often compared to, to help visualize the distance?

Neither option is correct.

A quarter the distance of an average airport.

Half of an American football field.

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