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.

[ Vehicle Positioning ]

When you merge onto the freeway, how many seconds of space should you leave between your vehicle and the vehicle in front of you?

3 seconds.

1 second.

5 seconds.

[ Alcohol and Drugs ]

When taking medication, whom should you consult before operating a vehicle?

A passenger in your vehicle.

Your breakdown service.

Your doctor or pharmacist

The local fuel station.

Hint

[ Special Driving Situations ]

If you come to a wet road, by how much should you reduce your speed?

5 to 10 mph slower.

Do not adjust your speed at all, as you do not want to risk hydroplaning.

1 to 5 mph slower.

[ Lane Control ]

What is the maximum amount of distance that you can drive in a center left turn lane?

200 feet

1 mile

500 feet.

[ Sharing the Road ]

What is this diagram representing?

An emergency vehicle.

A slow moving vehicle.

A light-rail vehicle.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What is the correct interpretation of this sign?

Stop at the intersection before proceeding with caution.

This sign means that you cannot do a certain action.

Slow down and stop.

[ Visual Search ]

In this image, what does the green area visualize?

What is behind you.

What is ahead.

Blind spots.

[ Occupant Protection ]

Which of the following is not correct about wearing a shoulder harness style seatbelt?

The shoulder harness should have minimal to no slack.

The shoulder harness should be worn across the shoulder and chest.

The shoulder harness should be worn under the arm or the back.

[ Parking ]

Which of the following is an example of illegal parking

Neither option is correct.

Parking adjacent to a hospital.

Parking within 7.5 feet of a railroad track.

10.

[ Traffic Controls ]

Which of the following is not true regarding a solid green traffic signal?

Do not enter the intersection if you cannot get completely across traffic before the traffic signal turns red.

Give the right-of-way to any vehicle, pedestrian or bicyclist in the intersection.

You are allowed to turn left from a turn right only lane.

11.

[ Sharing the Road ]

Where are Low Speed Vehicles and Neighborhood Electric Vehicles restricted to?

Roadways where the speed limit is greater than 35 mph.

Roadways where the speed limit is greater than 55 mph.

Roadways where the speed limit is greater than 40 mph.

12.

[ Sharing the Road ]

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

Keep your distance from the horses.

Overtake slowly.

Wait until it is safe to overtake.

Use your horn.

Hint

13.

[ 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?

90 days.

10 days.

30 days.

14.

[ Visual Search ]

In this image, what does the red area visualize?

What is ahead.

Blind spots.

What is behind you.

15.

[ Lane Control ]

What are the purpose of yield lines?

To indicate at which point you must speed up.

They serve no purpose. They are included in the design of the roadway.

To indicate where a vehicle must stop or yield at.

16.

[ Occupant Protection ]

How many types of driver distractions are there?

17.

[ Sharing the Road ]

What is a Safety Enhanced-Double Fine Zone?

An area where fines are doubled for traffic violations.

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

Neither option is correct.

18.

[ Sharing the Road ]

The rider of the motorcycle in front of you is moving their hand up and down as shown in the picture. What do you expect the vehicle to do next?

The vehicle is reversing.

The vehicle shall move to the right or turn right.

The vehicle shall move to the left or turn left.

The vehicle is braking.

Hint

19.

[ Sharing the Road ]

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

CVC 480.

CVC 21706

CVC 22511.

20.

[ Alcohol and Drugs ]

You are under the age of 21, and you are caught with an unopened, sealed container of alcohol in your vehicle. Is this lawful?

No, this is not legal as you cannot have any form of alcohol in the vehicle when you are under the age of 21.

Yes, as the alcohol container is not opened.

Yes, as long as the container of alcohol is in the trunk.

21.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

Whilst driving or riding, you should avoid distractions such as: (Select all that apply)

Listening to the radio at a low volume.

Adjusting your rear-view mirror.

Listening to the radio at a loud volume.

Adjusting or starting the radio.

Hint

22.

[ Special Driving Situations ]

You are driving your car in wet weather. Rain and spray from the road are limiting visibility. You should: (Select all that apply)

Use dipped headlights.

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

Use your fog lights if visibility is below 100m.

Use your flashing hazard lights.

Hint

23.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

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

25 mph

55 mph

15 mph

24.

[ Parking ]

Which of the following is an example of illegal parking

Parking where a "no parking" sign is posted.

Parking adjacent to the curb.

Both options are correct.

25.

[ Sharing the Road ]

It is against the law to follow how many feet behind an emergency vehicle while their emergency lights are activated?

300 feet.

1,000 feet.

500 feet.

26.

[ 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.

1 year.

10 years.

27.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What is this sign indicating?

Traffic signal ahead.

No traffic signal ahead.

Stop ahead.

28.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

You have turned into a sideroad and realise you have made a mistake. You should NOT:

Reverse onto the main road.

Keep going forward to find a safe place to turn around.

Perform a three-point turn manoeuvre.

Find an alternative route.

Hint

29.

[ 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?

You will be required to complete a DUI program.

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

Neither option is correct.

30.

[ Visual Search ]

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

Ask for assistance from a passenger or passer-by.

Get out of your vehicle and check before moving.

Glance over your shoulders to check blindspots.

Use your horn and reverse slowly.

Hint

31.

[ Occupant Protection ]

How far should your passengers ride from the airbag cover?

10 inches

5 inches.

13 inches

32.

[ Handling Emergencies ]

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

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

Both options are correct.

Safely pull to the right shoulder.

33.

[ Driver Readiness ]

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

Tylenol.

Cold medications.

Vitamins

34.

[ Parking ]

What is the penalty for abusing disabled placards?

A misdemeanor charge.

Both options are correct.

A fine of up to $1,000.

35.

[ 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 shall move to the left or turn left.

The vehicle is braking.

The vehicle shall move to the right or turn right.

The vehicle is reversing.

Hint

36.

[ Special Driving Situations ]

Ice and snowy weather has been forecasted. You should: (Select all that apply)

Keep your fog lights on at all times.

Allow more time for your journey.

Drive more quickly to reduce time in the snow.

Only travel if the journey is essential.

Hint

37.

[ Handling Emergencies ]

You are traveling along a wet road. How can you tell if your tires are no longer gripping the road?

Your speed decreases unexpectedly.

The engine becomes louder.

The steering becomes light and unresponsive.

Your speed increases unexpectedly.

Hint

38.

[ Parking ]

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

CVC 22651.

CVC 480.

CVC 22511.

39.

[ Special Driving Situations ]

What effects can a soft road surface have on your vehicle? (Select all that apply)

Reduced tire grip.

Noisier exhaust.

Improved fuel efficiency.

Slippery road surface.

Hint

40.

[ 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.

41.

[ Traffic Controls ]

The signal is about to turn to a red traffic light.

Oncoming traffic is stopped and they may turn left.

The driver must increase their speed.

42.

[ Driver Readiness ]

Why should you be aware of warm air in the car whilst driving?

Warm air may be uncomfortable for your passengers.

It can reduce fuel efficiency.

May cause excessive sweat.

Unventilated warm air may cause the driver to become sleepy.

Hint

43.

[ Traffic Controls ]

When are you allowed to make a right turn when a red arrow light is present?

At any time.

You can, applying the same rules as a regular red stop light.

Only when a green signal or a green arrow appears.

44.

[ Lane Control ]

What is a HOV lane?

HOV lanes are used for emergency vehicles only.

HOV lanes are not present in the state of California.

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

45.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

What direction does traffic travel on a roundabout?

Straight.

Counter-clockwise

Clockwise

46.

[ Handling Emergencies ]

You are traveling in snowy weather. Your steering begins to feel light and unresponsive. You should:

Release the accelerator to gradually slow down.

Increase speed.

Brake hard immediately.

Turn the steering as far as you can to the right.

Hint

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