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?

Speed up then brake harshly to quickly dry them.

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

Do not use your brakes for at least 10 minutes.

Speed up to dry your brakes faster.

Hint

[ 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?

Neither option is correct.

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

You must show proof of financial responsibility.

[ Occupant Protection ]

Apart from the required age, what is the other exception for having a rear-facing child passenger restraint system?

The child is 20 pounds or more.

The child is 30 pounds or more, and is 3 feet 2 inches taller.

The child is 40 pounds or more.

[ Lane Control ]

What is a HOV lane?

HOV lanes are used for emergency vehicles only.

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

HOV lanes are not present in the state of California.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

What do you do in the event that a pedestrian makes eye contact with your vehicle at a crosswalk?

Yield to the pedestrian.

In means that they are ready to cross the street.

Both options are correct.

[ Additional Driving Laws / Rules ]

At minimum, if an individual is convicted of manslaughter resulting from evading police pursuit, how long can they serve in prison?

4 to 10 years.

1 to 2 years.

2 to 3 years.

[ Visual Search ]

In this image, what does the yellow area visualize?

Blind spots.

What is ahead.

What is at your side.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

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

Your mobile phone can be easily reached in case you receive a call.

Your mirrors and seat are adjusted correctly.

You know all the controls in your vehicle and how to use them.

You are wearing baggy clothes.

Hint

[ Parking ]

In the event that you have to stop on a freeway, how should you park?

Park in the middle of the lane with your warning lights engaged.

Both options are correct.

Park completely off of the pavement.

10.

[ Traffic Controls ]

Which of the following is true regarding a green arrow traffic signal?

You must turn in any direction as it is a green arrow.

You must turn in the direction the arrow is pointing.

11.

[ Vehicle Positioning ]

You are driving along a freeway in wet weather. You should keep well back from the vehicle in front because:

Increase your ability to see and plan ahead.

Decrease fuel consumption.

Increase your ability to accelerate.

Reduce your typical stopping distance.

Hint

12.

[ Sharing the Road ]

Which of the following is an example of when you can pass a light-rail vehicle?

When you are on a one-way street.

Neither option is correct.

When the light-rail vehicle is in your way, and you need to get over.

13.

[ Sharing the Road ]

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

Hint

14.

[ Visual Search ]

At intersections what should you do?

Look to the left first

Look to the right.

Both options are correct.

15.

[ 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?

5 years.

10 years.

1 year.

16.

[ Lane Control ]

What is the correct interpretation of this diagram?

Double solid lines indicates that you may not pass.

No passing if the solid yellow line is on your side.

Broken yellow line indicates that you may pass if it can be done so safely.

17.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

What is hand-to-hand steering also referred to as?

One hand steering.

Hand-over-hand steering.

Push/pull steering.

18.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What is this sign indicating?

Directional arrow.

Be prepared to yield ahead.

There is a stop sign ahead.

19.

[ Occupant Protection ]

At what age is it considered lawful to allow a child in a car without someone 12 years or older present?

10 years old.

7 years old.

6 years old.

20.

[ Parking ]

When parking uphill or downhill, with no curb, what way should you turn your wheels?

Towards the shoulder of the road.

Towards the curb.

Away from the curb.

21.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

In stationary traffic, you should:

Use your horn aggressively to speed up the traffic.

Use your mobile phone to report the traffic.

Get out of the vehicle to have a stretch.

Apply the parking brake and release the foot brake to deactivate the brake lights.

Hint

22.

[ Parking ]

Which of the following is an example of illegal parking

Parking next to a school.

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

At a red curb.

23.

[ Occupant Protection ]

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

Heat stroke

Dehydration

Starvation

24.

[ Sharing the Road ]

How much can you be fined if you commit a traffic violating in a construction zone?

One year in prison.

Up to $1,000

Up to $2,000.

25.

[ Lane Control ]

What is a center left turn lane?

A lane that is located in the middle of a two-way street.

There are no left turn lanes indicated on a roadway.

A lane that is used for left turns on any roadway.

26.

[ Handling Emergencies ]

What should you do in the event that your vehicle stalls or becomes disabled on railroad tracks?

Exit your vehicle immediately and dial 9-1-1 when you are from the railroad tracks.

Attempt to push your car off of the railroad tracks before the train arrives.

Stay in your vehicle and call for help.

27.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

Who is responsible whilst a vehicle is traveling under cruise control?

The vehicle manufacturer.

The owner of the vehicle.

The mechanical responsible for maintenance.

The driver or rider of the vehicle.

Hint

28.

[ Sharing the Road ]

What is this diagram representing?

An emergency vehicle.

A slow moving vehicle.

A light-rail vehicle.

29.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

Why should you reduce your speed when traveling in foggy conditions?

To reduce fuel consumption.

To avoid being dazzled by fog lights from other vehicles.

Brakes are less effective in foggy conditions.

To allow more time to react to developing hazards.

Hint

30.

[ Sharing the Road ]

Who should you particularly look out for when reversing?

Children.

Traffic police.

Motorcycle riders.

Pedestrians.

Hint

31.

[ Sharing the Road ]

Why should you not move in front of a large truck and suddenly stop or slow down?

Neither option is correct

Because they are a much larger vehicle, it takes longer for them to stop.

You can move in front of a large truck and stop or slow down suddenly, as they can stop quicker than a regular vehicle.

32.

[ 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.

It can invalidate your insurance.

You will no longer be allowed to carry passengers.

Hint

33.

[ Sharing the Road ]

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

Hint

34.

[ Sharing the Road ]

Which California penal code prohibits following an emergency vehicle, with a siren activated?

CVC 22511.

CVC 480.

CVC 21706

35.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

What direction does traffic travel on a roundabout?

Counter-clockwise

Straight.

Clockwise

36.

[ 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?

1 month.

15 days.

6 months.

37.

[ Parking ]

What does a red 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, standing, or parking is permitted.

38.

[ Parking ]

What should you do when you find a space to parallel park?

Park as quickly as possible to get out of the way of oncoming traffic.

Neither option is correct.

Signal that you intend to park.

39.

[ Alcohol and Drugs ]

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

Affect judgement of speed, distance and risk.

Reduce driving ability, even if you're below the legal limit.

Take time to leave your body making you unfit to drive even hours later.

Improve co-ordination and reaction times.

Hint

40.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

What is required to do when approaching a crosswalk?

Reduce your speed and exercise caution.

Be prepared to stop to ensure the safety of the pedestrian.

Both options are correct.

41.

[ Sharing the Road ]

You want to reverse your car but there is a pedestrian waiting to cross the road. You should:

Reverse quickly before pedestrian begins to cross.

Yield to the pedestrian and wait for them to finish crossing.

Wave the pedestrian to cross.

Use your horn to get pedestrian to move out of the way.

Hint

42.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

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

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

You are not required to stop your vehicle.

There is no defined rule for this situation.

43.

[ Sharing the Road ]

Which of the following is true regarding blind pedestrians?

Neither option is correct.

They must be given the right-of-way at all times.

No special precautions are required.

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.

[ Turns ]

Under which circumstance can you make a legal U-turn in a residential district?

At any time, as long as you are not obstructing traffic.

Neither option is correct.

Whenever a traffic light or signal protects you from approaching vehicles.

46.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

When may you flash your headlights at another road user?

When another road user annoys you.

To alert other road users of your presence.

To signal another stationary road user that they can proceed.

To warn oncoming drivers of a hidden police patrol.

Hint

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