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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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?

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

Neither option is correct.

You will be required to complete a DUI program.

Laws and Rules of the Road

Why is it not allowed to stop in a crosswalk?

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

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.

Parking

What is a crosshatched area adjacent to a parking space mean?

Any vehicle can park here for a limited amount of time.

This means that only motorcyclists can park there.

This means that this is a no parking area.

Laws and Rules of the Road

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

25 mph, unless otherwise posted.

55 mph, unless otherwise posted.

35 mph, unless otherwise posted.

Traffic Controls

What is the correct interpretation of this sign?

Both A and B.

This sign means that you should stop and wait for the signal before crossing the railroad tracks.

This sign means that you are approaching a railroad crossing.

Traffic Controls

What is the correct interpretation of this sign?

This sign means to stop and help someone cross the road.

There is a school ahead, and you must let the children pass before proceeding.

Allow any elderly people, or other pedestrians to cross before proceeding.

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.

Laws and Rules of the Road

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

There are no defined right-of-way rules.

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

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

Traffic Controls

What is this sign indicating?

Neither option is correct.

That two way traffic is now allowed on this road.

That two way traffic is going to be head.

10.

Laws and Rules of the Road

What should you do if you see senior citizens crossing the road ahead?

Flash your lights in case they are hard of hearing.

Use your horn to alert them to your presence.

Rev your engine loudly to get them to move out of the way.

Slow down and prepare to stop. Be patient and allow them to finish crossing.

11.

Alcohol and Drugs

Which of the following is true for all DUI convictions, regardless of age?

The completion of a DUI program.

You are not required to complete anything in the event that you are convicted of a DUI.

Neither option is correct.

12.

Parking

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

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

100 feet in each direction.

200 feet in each direction.

13.

Traffic Controls

What is this sign indicating?

This sign indicates that a rest area is near by.

This sign indicates that a trolley is near by.

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

14.

Safe Driving Practices

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

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

Neither option is correct.

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

15.

Occupant Protection

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

CVC 15620.

CVC 597.7.

CVC 480.

16.

Safe Driving Practices

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

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

You have planned your route allowing plenty of time.

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

You consume alcohol to improve your performance.

17.

Lane Control

What should you do if you miss a turn?

Slam on your breaks so you do not miss the turn.

Proceed as normal until you can legally, and safely, turn around.

Make a U-Turn where possible.

18.

Occupant Protection

Which of the following is a type of manual distraction?

Listening to the radio at high volumes.

Taking your hands off of the steering wheel while your vehicle is in motion.

Speaking with your passenger(s).

19.

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.

20.

Visual Search

You are traveling along a road and you see a car reversing out from a driveway on the left. You should NOT:

Be prepared to stop.

Use your horn to warn the other driver of your presence.

Speed up and overtake.

Slow down.

21.

Traffic Controls

What is this sign indicating?

No right turn.

No U-turns allowed.

No left turn.

22.

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.

6 months.

15 days.

23.

Sharing the Road

What is a Safety Enhanced-Double Fine Zone?

There are no double fine zones in the state of California.

Neither option is correct.

An area where fines are doubled for traffic violations.

24.

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.

25.

Safe Driving Practices

You have turned into a sideroad and realise you have made a mistake. You should:

Use your horn and reverse around the corner to the main road.

Drive forward and find a safe place to turn around.

Stop and reverse quickly into the main road.

Reverse into the main road when the traffic is clear.

26.

Traffic Controls

What is this sign indicating?

No U-turns allowed.

No left turn.

No right turn.

27.

Visual Search

In this image, what does the yellow area visualize?

What is ahead.

Blind spots.

What is at your side.

28.

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.

29.

Safe Driving Practices

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

Because you are angry or upset.

On the freeway when changing lanes.

On narrow mountain roads when you can not see 200 feet ahead.

30.

Alcohol and Drugs

What is a PAS?

There is no defined definition for PAS in the state of California.

Preliminary alcohol screening.

Neither option is correct.

31.

Traffic Controls

What is this sign indicating?

T Intersection

Winding Road

Curve.

32.

Sharing the Road

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

Motorcycle riders.

Car drivers.

Truck drivers.

Pedestrians.

33.

Vehicle Positioning

You are traveling in fog behind another vehicle. What should you do to reduce the chances of an accident?

Use your high-beam headlights.

Keep close to the vehicle in front.

Keep a safer distance from the vehicle in front.

Use your flashing hazard lights.

34.

Handling Emergencies

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

Keep your eyes on the road.

Stop and turn off of the ignition.

Warn other drivers by honking and turning on your emergency lights.

35.

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.

36.

Laws and Rules of the Road

What also can be classified as an intersection?

Alleys.

Cross streets.

Both options are correct.

37.

Alcohol and Drugs

If you have an excessive BAC level, how long may you serve in jail for?

1 month.

6 months.

2 years.

38.

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?

400 feet.

200 feet.

1 mile.

39.

Special Driving Situations

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

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

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

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

40.

Laws and Rules of the Road

Why is it encouraged for a driver to not pass another vehicle that is stopped at a crosswalk?

You are allowed to pass another vehicle stopped at a crosswalk.

Neither option is correct.

A pedestrian may be in front of the vehicle in a position where you cannot see them.

41.

Laws and Rules of the Road

If two vehicles meet on a steep road where neither car can pass, who has the right-of-way?

Neither vehicle has the right-of-way. Both vehicles are responsible for determining who may go.

The vehicle going downhill.

The vehicle going uphill.

42.

Alcohol and Drugs

If you are under the age of 21, and your BAC is 0.05%, what may you be required to submit to?

Another PAS to confirm the BAC.

Neither option is correct.

Either a breath or blood test.

43.

Sharing the Road

How much space should you leave between your vehicle and a motorcyclist?

4 seconds.

3 seconds.

1 second.

44.

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 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.

45.

Safe Driving Practices

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

Brake early and gently.

Sharply and as late as possible.

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

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

46.

Traffic Controls

What is the correct course of action in the event that the traffic signal is not working?

Proceed cautiously as if the intersection is controlled by a stop sign in all directions

You are allowed to make protected turns. Proceed with the right-of-way rules in mind.

You are allowed to make unprotected turns at your discretion.

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