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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Visual Search

What does it mean to tailgate another vehicle?

Neither option is correct.

When you are passing another vehicle at a high rate of speed.

To drive too close behind another vehicle.

Sharing the Road

What California penal code allows Safety Enhanced-Double Fine Zones.

CVC 480.

CVC 42010

CVC 22511.

Parking

What is parallel parking?

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 parallel to an interstate in the event that you are tired from driving.

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

Parking

What does a yellow parking colored curb indicate?

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.

No stopping is allowed at this curb.

Parking

How long of a parking space should you find before parallel parking?

1 foot longer than your vehicle.

3 feet longer than your vehicle.

2 feet longer than your vehicle.

Special Driving Situations

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

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

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

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

Safe Driving Practices

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

Rev your engine loudly.

Use your horn.

Get out of your vehicle and check before moving.

Reverse very slowly.

Alcohol and Drugs

What does a Preliminary Alcohol Screening not detect?

The presence of drugs.

The presence of marijuana.

The presence of alcohol.

Sharing the Road

What is required to operate a LSV or NEV?

No form of identification is needed to operate these vehicles.

A valid learner's permit.

A valid driver's license.

10.

Lane Control

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

The middle lane.

The right most lane.

The left most lane.

11.

Lane Control

What is a HOV lane?

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

HOV lanes are used for emergency vehicles only.

HOV lanes are not present in the state of California.

12.

Alcohol and Drugs

In the event that you are convicted, for the first time, of DUI, how long will your driving privileges be suspended for?

6 months.

1 month.

15 days.

13.

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?

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

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

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

14.

Sharing the Road

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

Keep as close as possible to them.

Use your horn.

Use a higher gear whilst overtaking.

Allow plenty of space.

15.

Occupant Protection

A child is sitting in the front seat with a rear facing child passenger restraint system. Is it lawful for the driver to allow this?

Yes, as long as the child is properly restrained in the passenger seat.

No, this is not lawful. The child must be in the backseat if they are restrained in a rear facing child seat.

Neither option is correct.

16.

Occupant Protection

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

CVC 480.

CVC 15620.

CVC 597.7.

17.

Traffic Controls

What is the correct interpretation of this sign?

You must slow down and be ready to stop.

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

You must stop at the limit line before proceeding.

18.

Laws and Rules of the Road

You MUST NOT reverse your vehicle:

Without someone to act as a guide.

Into a side road.

Without using your horn to warn other road users.

Further than is necessary.

19.

Vehicle Positioning

Which of the following is a safe way to exit the freeway?

Both options are correct.

Signal your intention to exit 5 seconds before reaching the exit.

Signal and look over your shoulder.

20.

Alcohol and Drugs

If an officer suspects you of being under the influence of drugs and/or alcohol, and you refuse to submit to a test, what can happen?

The driver will face additional points on their license if they refuse to submit to these tests.

The driver would be subject to longer driver's license suspensions.

The driver would face no penalty as the law does not legally require you to submit these tests.

21.

Handling Emergencies

What can you do to prevent skidding?

Increase your speed to create more traction.

Avoid fast turns.

Make no adjustments to your driving.

22.

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

How far can your cargo extend before you are required to use a 12 inch red or orange square flag to indicate the wideness of the load?

2 feet beyond the back rear bumper.

4 feet beyond the back rear bumper.

5 feet beyond the back rear bumper.

23.

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

If you sell or transfer a vehicle in the state of California, how long do you have to report it to the Department of Motor Vehicles.

5 days.

90 days.

30 days.

24.

Safe Driving Practices

What is this diagram representing?

The driver is indicating that they are turning right.

The driver is indicating that they are slowing down or stopping.

The driver is indicating that they are turning left.

25.

Sharing the Road

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

26.

Safe Driving Practices

Which steering method is recommended when turning at low speeds?

Hand-over-hand steering.

One hand steering

Hand-to-Hand steering

27.

Sharing the Road

Some of the most vulnerable road users are: (Select all that apply)

Car drivers.

Truck drivers.

Motorcycle riders.

Pedestrians.

28.

Lane Control

What do broken yellow lines indicate on a roadway?

Indicates that you may not pass in this area.

Indicates that you may pass if the broken line is next to your driving lane.

The center of a road for two-way traffic.

29.

Vehicle Positioning

When you are on a city street, how much space should you leave to merge, cross, enter/exit traffic?

Half of a city block.

3 seconds.

A full city block.

30.

Sharing the Road

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

To stop the wind blowing your exhaust fumes towards them.

To avoid dazzling them with your lights.

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

To reduce fuel consumption.

31.

Safe Driving Practices

You may use your hazard warning lights when you:

Need to warn other road users of an obstruction ahead.

To thank other drivers.

Park dangerously or illegally.

Are being towed on a freeway or unrestricted roadway.

32.

Laws and Rules of the Road

Regardless of the posted speed limit, what should your speed also depend on?

Both options are correct.

The number and speed of other vehicles on the road.

Bicyclists or pedestrians crossing the road way.

33.

Traffic Controls

What is the correct interpretation for this flashing traffic signal?

Stop and proceed when it is safe to do so.

Stop and go back.

Proceed with a high rate of speed.

34.

Traffic Controls

What is this sign indicating?

This sign indicates that a trolley is near by.

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

This sign indicates that a rest area is near by.

35.

Traffic Controls

What is this type of sign meant for?

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

Nothing. This sign is meant for highway officials only.

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

36.

Turns

If there is a bike lane in your path when you are making a right turn, how far can you drive in the bike lane?

200 feet.

1 mile.

400 feet.

37.

Turns

Why should you keep your wheels pointed straight until you start your turn?

It reduces the risk of a vehicle accident.

It reduces the stress on your wheels.

In the event you are hit from behind, you will not be pushed into oncoming traffic.

38.

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.

39.

Occupant Protection

A driver begins to eat something that they just bought a restaurant. Is this a distraction?

No, the driver purchased the items and has the right to eat it before it gets cold.

No, as long as the driver is keeping their eyes on the road, it is not a distraction.,

Yes, as the driver can become distracted while eating.

40.

Traffic Controls

What is this sign indicating?

No right turn.

No left turn.

No U-turns allowed.

41.

Lane Control

What do solid yellow lines indicate on a roadway?

The center of a road for two-way traffic.

Indicates that you may pass freely.

Neither option is correct.

42.

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

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

CVC 24002

CVC 480.

CVC 21152

43.

Sharing the Road

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

The vehicle is braking.

The vehicle shall move to the left or turn left.

The vehicle shall move to the right or turn right.

The vehicle is reversing.

44.

Safe Driving Practices

What should you do when changing lanes, slowing down, stopping, or turning?

Both

Always signal.

Always decrease speed.

45.

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.

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

Neither option is correct.

46.

Alcohol and Drugs

If you are under the age of 21, and your BAC is 0.01%, how long will your driving privileges be suspended for?

10 years.

1 year.

5 years.

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