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.

Ready? Click 'Next' to begin.

Alcohol and Drugs

If you are going to consume alcohol before a journey, you should:

Arrange another means of transport.

Drive faster to reduce risk of collisions.

Only drink wine and not spirits.

Drive with your hazard lights flashing to warn other vehicles.

Laws and Rules of the Road

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

Slow down and be ready to stop.

Yield to traffic and any pedestrians.

Both options are correct.

Sharing the Road

Why should you be aware of long vehicles when at a junction or roundabout?

Long vehicles require more space to manoeuvre.

It is more difficult for a heavy vehicle to stop for a signal.

The driver of the long vehicle cannot see you.

Their bright colour may dazzle you.

Alcohol and Drugs

How long does a DUI conviction remain on your record?

10 years.

90 days.

1 year.

Laws and Rules of the Road

What should you do if you see a stray animal on the roadway?

Swerve to miss the animal.

Honk your horn until it moves.

Slow down and/or stop if it is safe to do so.

Handling Emergencies

What should you do if you are involved in a collision?

Argue with the other person, regardless of who caused it.

Leave the accident.

Stop and call 9-1-1 if anyone is hurt.

Laws and Rules of the Road

School crosswalks are normally marked with what color lines?

Red lines.

Black lines.

Yellow lines.

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.

Neither option is correct.

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

Turns

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

Neither option is correct.

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

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

10.

Sharing the Road

Which of the following can you do to prevent other drivers from becoming angry?

Using your horn for non-emergencies.

Do not tailgate other drivers.

Both options are correct.

11.

Vehicle Positioning

When you are on the highway, how much space should you leave to merge, cross, enter/exit traffic?

A full city block.

5 seconds

Half of a city block.

12.

Alcohol and Drugs

Yourself, and your parent are in the vehicle when you are pulled over by a police officer. In the backseat of the vehicle, there is an unopened, sealed container of alcohol. Since you are the individual driving the vehicle, is it lawful for this container of alcohol to be in your vehicle?

No, as alcohol containers cannot be in your vehicle under any circumstance.

Neither option is correct.

Yes, as your parent is in the vehicle with you and is over the age of 21.

13.

Safe Driving Practices

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

More fuel is consumed.

Speed will increase when traveling downhill.

Engine braking is eliminated.

You can no longer hear the engine.

14.

Laws and Rules of the Road

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

55 mph

15 mph

25 mph

15.

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

If you are under the age of 18, what can your parents or guardians do regarding your driver's license?

Neither option is correct.

They cannot do anything, as you have proven that you can drive since you have a driver's license.

They can have your driver's license cancelled.

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.

Traffic Controls

What does a flashing red traffic signal mean?

Continue on like normal, however, expect a delay ahead.

You must stop your vehicle and wait for the light to turn green.

You must stop your vehicle, and proceed when it is safe.

18.

Safe Driving Practices

When MUST your vehicle's headlights be switched on?

Visibility is reduced to 2000 feet.

Visibility is reduced to 200 feet.

Visibility is reduced to 500 feet.

Visibility is reduced to 1000 feet.

19.

Lane Control

What is a HOV lane?

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

HOV lanes are not present in the state of California.

HOV lanes are used for emergency vehicles only.

20.

Laws and Rules of the Road

In addition to respecting right-of-way rules to vehicles, who does it also apply to?

Pedestrians in crosswalks.

Bicyclists and motorcyclists.

All of the options are correct.

21.

Sharing the Road

How much distance does it typically take for a large truck travelling 55 mph to stop?

400 feet.

200 feet.

800 feet.

22.

Special Driving Situations

When driving on snow, why should you stay in a higher gear?

To consume less fuel.

To reduce likelihood of wheel spin.

To allow for easier braking.

To drive faster.

23.

Traffic Controls

What is this sign indicating?

Traffic signal ahead.

Two way traffic.

Merging traffic

24.

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

If your driver's license is suspended, once the suspension period has ended, what must you do to apply for a new driver's license?

You must show a copy of your previous driver's license.

You must show proof of financial responsibility.

Neither option is correct.

25.

Parking

What California penal code allows local authorities to designate public spaces as an exclusive area for charging vehicles?

CVC 22511.

CVC 480.

CVC 22651.

26.

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.

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

To reduce fuel consumption.

To stop the wind blowing your exhaust fumes towards them.

27.

Traffic Controls

What is this type of sign meant for?

Nothing. This sign is meant for highway officials only.

This sign provides you a number to make a complaint about another driver.

This sign indicates what you should do in the event that your vehicle stalls on railroad tracks.

28.

Lane Control

If there are only two lanes, which lane should you choose for the smoothest driving?

Either lane is perfectly acceptable.

The left lane.

The right lane.

29.

Traffic Controls

What is this sign indicating?

Two way traffic.

Yield ahead.

Crossroad.

30.

Handling Emergencies

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

Look for an alternate route away from traffic.

Stop and turn off of the ignition.

Keep your eyes on the road.

31.

Safe Driving Practices

Before setting off on a journey, you should ensure that: (Select all that apply)

Any restraints are adjusted to reduce risk of neck and back injuries in a collision.

You consume alcohol to improve your performance.

You have sufficient fuel for your journey and planned where you can refuel if necessary.

You have planned your route allowing plenty of time.

32.

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)

Ten times (10x)

The same as

Triple

33.

Parking

How much space should you leave between your vehicle and the vehicle in front of you when you parallel park?

5 feet.

2 feet.

1 foot.

34.

Traffic Controls

What is this sign indicating?

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

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

This sign means that there is an airport near by.

35.

Alcohol and Drugs

What does a Preliminary Alcohol Screening not detect?

The presence of drugs.

The presence of alcohol.

The presence of marijuana.

36.

Safe Driving Practices

In which situation should you signal your turn?

When you are stopping your vehicle.

Neither option is correct.

Before pulling next to the curb or away from the curb.

37.

Safe Driving Practices

At what point, in poor conditions, should you turn your headlights on?

Neither option is correct.

When you are unable to see 500 feet ahead of you.

When you are unable to see 1,000 feet ahead of you.

38.

Safe Driving Practices

When you are signalling before making a manoeuvre, you should always:

Use your hazard lights to alert other road users.

Begin your manoeuvre immediately as you have right of way.

Keep signalling for about a minute before you manoeuvre as a warning.

Watch out for signals given by other road users and proceed only when you are satisfied that it is safe.

39.

Sharing the Road

The rear of the car in front of you has a white light. What do you expect the vehicle to do next?

The vehicle shall move to the left or turn left.

The vehicle is braking.

The vehicle is reversing.

The vehicle shall move to the right or turn right.

40.

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

Double

The same as

Half

41.

Sharing the Road

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

Use your horn.

Overtake slowly.

Wait until it is safe to overtake.

Keep your distance from the horses.

42.

Laws and Rules of the Road

What is the correct definition of an intersection?

An intersection is the part of the roadway set aside for pedestrian traffic.

Neither option is correct.

An intersection is any place where one line of roadway meets another roadway.

43.

Safe Driving Practices

A driver is moving slowly, and you want them to go faster. Should you honk your horn at them?

Yes, as you want them to get out of the way.

No, as the driver may not be able to go any faster due to one reason or another

Yes, as you are in a hurry and you need to get to your destination.

44.

Alcohol and Drugs

You have been convicted of driving a car whilst intoxicated (after drinking too much alcohol). What will happen to your insurance?

You will only be able to ride a motorcycle instead.

It will reduce your premiums.

You will no longer be allowed to carry passengers.

It can invalidate your insurance.

45.

Occupant Protection

If a passenger is under what age, you may be cited for them not wearing a seatbelt?

21 years old.

18 years old.

16 years old.

46.

Handling Emergencies

If you are involved in an accident where no one was injured, how long do you have to notify the Department of Motor Vehicles?

10 days.

90 days.

30 days.

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