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.
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[ Handling Emergencies ]

What is a possible punishment if you fail to notify the Department of Motor Vehicles in the event that you are in a collision?

Neither option is correct.

Nothing will happen, since nobody was injured.

Your driving privilege will be suspended.

[ Sharing the Road ]

The rider of the motorcycle in front of you is holding their arm out straight to the left as shown in the picture. What do you expect the vehicle to do next?

The vehicle is braking.

The vehicle shall move to the right or turn right.

The vehicle is reversing.

The vehicle shall move to the left or turn left.

Hint

[ Occupant Protection ]

How many types of driver distractions are there?

[ Turns ]

What is a U-Turn?

Turning your vehicle around in the street to go back the way you came.

There is no definition for a U-Turn in the state of California.

Passing a vehicle at a high rate of speed.

[ Additional Driving Laws / Rules ]

What should you do if you purchase a vehicle from another state?

Ensure that it meets California's smog laws.

Neither option is correct.

Ensure that it drives properly.

[ Special Driving Situations ]

You have driven through deep water. What should you check at the first safe opportunity?

There is no water in your exhaust system.

Test the effectiveness of your brakes as they may be wet.

If any fish have become stuck on your vehicle.

If your vehicle left any pollution in the water.

Hint

[ Alcohol and Drugs ]

When you are driving in the state of California, what do you automatically give your consent for?

Neither option is correct as driving in the state of California does not automatically make you give your consent for anything.

Searches of your vehicle.

Breath, blood, or urine tests if you are suspected of DUI.

[ Sharing the Road ]

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

Motorcycle riders.

Pedestrians.

Car drivers.

Truck drivers.

Hint

[ 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.

10.

[ Lane Control ]

Which direction should you pass traffic?

You must pass traffic on the right hand side.

It is not lawful to pass any vehicle under any circumstance.

You must pass traffic on the left hand side.

11.

[ 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?

Neither option is correct.

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

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

12.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

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

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

Neither option is correct.

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

13.

[ Special Driving Situations ]

A typical stopping distance of a vehicle in wet weather is approximately __________ the normal distance of a vehicle in dry weather.

The same as

Half

Double

Triple

Hint

14.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

What is the correct course of action when it comes to traffic signs that are indicating pedestrians?

Acknowledge them at your discretion, as they are not required by law.

Obey them as they are there to ensure the safety of pedestrians.

Ignore them, as they are meant for pedestrians and not drivers.

15.

[ Handling Emergencies ]

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

Stop and turn off of the ignition.

Keep your eyes on the road.

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

16.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What is this sign indicating?

Be prepared to proceed with caution.

There is a stop sign ahead.

Directional arrow.

17.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

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

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

There are no defined right-of-way rules.

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

18.

[ Lane Control ]

Apart from looking in your mirrors, what should you do before changing lanes?

Change lanes without a signal, as long as you do it slowly to let other drivers know.

Neither option is correct.

Signal which direction you will be moving to.

19.

[ Alcohol and Drugs ]

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

Make you a better driver.

Give a false sense of confidence.

Decrease the risk of collisions.

Reduce co-ordination and slow down reactions.

Hint

20.

[ Traffic Controls ]

After stopping at a flashing red traffic signal, what should you do?

You must wait until the light turns green.

Wait until an official clears you to proceed.

Proceed with caution and observe the right-of-way rules.

21.

[ Occupant Protection ]

Which of the following is true when a child is seated next to a side air bag?

There is no risk associated with seating a child next to a side airbag.

The child may be at serious risk of injury or fatal injury.

You are encouraged to seat your child next to a side air bag.

22.

[ Visual Search ]

Which one of the following is correct when giving enough space to another vehicle?

At freeway exits, do not drive alongside other vehicles.

Always increase your speed to overtake a vehicle attempting to enter a freeway.

Always increase your speed when driving along side other vehicles.

23.

[ Handling Emergencies ]

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

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

Stay in your vehicle and call for help.

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

24.

[ Occupant Protection ]

Under which conditions may a child under 8 years old may ride in the front seat of a vehicle?

When there is no rear seat available.

All of the above.

The child passenger restraint system cannot be installed properly in the rear set.

25.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

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

Always signal.

Both

Always decrease speed.

26.

[ Sharing the Road ]

What does this hazardous load placard mean?

Flammable

Explosives

Radioactive

27.

[ Special Driving Situations ]

Why MUST you switch off your fog lights when visibility improves?

It reduces control of your vehicle.

They confused other drivers.

They drain your vehicle's battery.

They are bright and dazzle other road users.

Hint

28.

[ 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 braking.

The vehicle is reversing.

The vehicle shall move to the right or turn right.

The vehicle shall move to the left or turn left.

Hint

29.

[ Special Driving Situations ]

If you are using a penny to check the tread on your tires, what is the indicator that you need to change your tires?

Neither option is correct, as a penny is an unreliable way to check the tread on your tires.

If you can only see Abraham Lincoln's neck.

If you can see the top of Abraham Lincoln's head.

30.

[ 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.

Use your flashing hazard lights.

Keep close to the vehicle in front.

Keep a safer distance from the vehicle in front.

Hint

31.

[ Sharing the Road ]

Which of these light signals implies the car is slowing down and maybe stop?

Hint

32.

[ Occupant Protection ]

At what age is it considered illegal to leave a child unattended in a vehicle?

6 years old.

12 years old.

5 years old.

33.

[ Lane Control ]

What do broken white lines indicate on a roadway?

They separate traffic lanes on roads with two or more lanes in the same direction.

They mark traffic lanes going in the same direction.

They indicate a lane barrier between regular use and a preferential use lane.

34.

[ 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.

35.

[ 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.

30 days.

10 days.

36.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

If you are under the age of 18, which of the of the following is correct regarding the use of electronic devices while driving?

Neither option is correct.

Any driver, regardless of age, may use an electronic device while driving as long as they look up every two seconds.

It is unlawful for anyone under the age of 18 to use an electronic device while driving, unless it is in the case of an emergency.

37.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

Unregistered and untaxed vehicles can only be used:

Between 10pm and 6am.

On quiet roads with little traffic.

When the driver or rider has an appropriate license.

When the vehicle is off-road on private land and NEVER uses a public road.

Hint

38.

[ Lane Control ]

Which of the following is true regarding bicycle lane?

It is illegal to drive in a bicycle lane, unless under certain circumstances.

Neither options are correct.

It is legal to drive your vehicle in all bicycle lanes.

39.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

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

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

Brake early and gently.

Sharply and as late as possible.

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

Hint

40.

[ 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.

41.

[ Parking ]

Which California penal code prohibits parking in a crosshatched space?

CVC 480.

CVC 597.7.

CVC 22507.8

42.

[ Lane Control ]

What is a center left turn lane?

There are no left turn lanes indicated on a roadway.

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

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

43.

[ Lane Control ]

Which of the following may apply to you if you drive a low/zero emission vehicle?

You may be exempt from all Department of Motor Vehicles related charges for your vehicle.

You may drive at any speed you wish, regardless of posted signs.

You may be exempt from all toll charges on HOT lanes.

44.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

What is the correct definition of an intersection?

Neither option is correct.

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

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

45.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What is the correct interpretation of this traffic signal?

To continue driving as long as you keep an eye out for other vehicles.

To yield to any pedestrians before continuing on.

To stop your vehicle entirely and to not continue forward.

46.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

Which steering method is recommended when backing up?

Hand-to-Hand steering

One hand steering.

Hand-over-hand steering.

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