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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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1. 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.

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

Sharply and as late as possible.

Brake early and gently.

Hint

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

1 to 2 years.

2 to 3 years.

4 to 10 years.

3. You are reversing your car and a pedestrian starts walking behind you. You should:

Stop and wait for the pedestrian to finish crossing.

Rev your engine to show your annoyance.

Keep going as you have right of way.

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

Hint

4. What should you do if you see a vehicle's hazard lights ahead?

Reduce your speed so you can see what happened.

Neither option is correct.

Reduce your speed and proceed with caution.

5. What is this sign indicating?

No turns are permitted.

Directional arrow.

There is a hospital ahead.

6. You are pulled over for possible Driving under the Influence, and you refuse to submit to a blood or urine test. However, you change your mind later. What is the consequence?

You will be allowed to go since you have changed your mind to submit to the required tests.

Your driving privilege will may still be suspended.

There will be no consequences, as you have changed your mind and you are wiling to submit.

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

You are allowed to make unprotected turns at your discretion.

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.

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

You are wearing baggy clothes.

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

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

Your mirrors and seat are adjusted correctly.

Hint

9. If an individual is from out of state, once they receive a job or become a resident, how long do they have to register their vehicle with the state of California?

7 days.

5 days.

20 days.

10. Which of the following is an example of illegal parking

Parking adjacent to a hospital.

Parking within 7.5 feet of a railroad track.

Neither option is correct.

11. General crosswalks are normally marked with what color lines?

Black lines.

White lines.

Yellow lines.

12. What do you need to provide to the Emergency Notification System if you have to call them due to your vehicle stalling on railroad tracks?

Neither option is correct as you do not call the Emergency Notification System in this situation

Your location and the railroad crossing number if posted.

The year and make of your vehicle.

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

5 years old.

12 years old.

6 years old.

14. 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.

15. If a vehicle is stopped at a crosswalk, what is the correct course of action to pass the vehicle?

You are not allowed to pass a vehicle at a crosswalk.

Ensure that no pedestrians are in front of that vehicle.

You may pass as long as you proceed with caution.

16. Which of the following is an example of illegal parking

Both options are correct.

Parking adjacent to the curb.

Parking where a "no parking" sign is posted.

17. What can fatigue or drowsiness affect?

Your vision.

The speed of your vehicle.

Neither option is correct.

18. Under what circumstances may you park on a freeway?

Both options are correct.

When a stop is specifically permitted.

In an emergency.

19. Pregnant women should do the following regarding a harness style seatbelt?

The harness should be placed between the breasts and to the side of the abdomen's bulge.

The harness should be worn across the breasts and over the abdomen's bulge.

No harness should be worn because it can cause greater injury.

20. When passing a vehicle, what is not allowed?

Look ahead for road conditions and traffic that may cause other vehicles to merge as well.

Drive off the paved road to pass another vehicle in the event that you cannot do it on the paved road.

Check traffic behind and beside you.

21. In windy weather, a motorcycle in front is overtaking a high-sided vehicle. What should you do?

Keep as close to the vehicle in front as possible.

Overtake the motorcyclist.

Keep well back to allow the motorcyclist room to manoeuvre.

Use your horn.

Hint

22. The rear of the car in front of you has a white light. What do you expect the vehicle to do next?

The vehicle shall move to the left or turn left.

The vehicle shall move to the right or turn right.

The vehicle is reversing.

The vehicle is braking.

Hint

23. What is a buffered bike lane?

A route for bicyclists on streets that are shared with vehicle traffic.

Neither option is correct.

A lane that provides greater separation from adjacent vehicle traffic.

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

Use your horn.

Keep your distance from the horses.

Wait until it is safe to overtake.

Overtake slowly.

Hint

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

2 years.

1 month.

6 months.

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

Truck drivers.

Horse riders.

Car drivers.

Cyclists.

Hint

27. When might you want to slow down instead of traveling at the speed limit? (Select all that apply)

Coming up to junctions where other road users may pull out with little warning.

When you are coming up to a blind bend in the road.

On an empty road in good weather.

In poor weather conditions.

Hint

28. What is the maximum speed limit on a two lane undivided highway?

35 mph.

65 mph.

55 mph.

29. Before making a manoeuvre, changing direction, slowing down or moving off you should always: (Select all that apply)

Use an arm signal to emphasise or reinforce your signal if necessary.

Flash your headlights to warn other road users.

Switch on your hazard lights.

Give clear signals in plenty of time, having checked it is not misleading to signal at that time.

Hint

30. When towing, if your caravan or trailer begins to swerve or snake you should:

Speed up to regain control.

Turn the steering wheel to follow the trailer or caravan.

Ease off the accelerator and reduce speed gently to regain control.

Stay at a constant speed until the problem resolves itself.

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

CVC 22511.

CVC 480.

CVC 42010

32. Which of the following is a type of cognitive distraction?

Mind off of the road.

Paying full attention to the road.

Reaching down to pick up an object that fell onto the floor board.

33. You are traveling along a wet road. 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

34. When may you use your vehicle's fog lights?

If your headlights are not working.

In a tunnel.

When visibility is severely reduced.

Any time at night.

Hint

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

Always decrease speed.

Both

Always signal.

36. If you have parked on the side of the road, what should you do before reentering the lane?

Proceed with high speed when entering the roadway.

Quickly turn onto the road before another vehicle comes.

Yield to all traffic.

37. Which of the following is true regarding blind pedestrians?

Blind pedestrians rely on the sound of your vehicle to know when it's safe to cross the street.

Follow standard right-of-way rules when it comes to blind pedestrians.

Blind pedestrians rely on someone else telling them when it is safe across the street.

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

The driver or rider of the vehicle.

The owner of the vehicle.

The vehicle manufacturer.

The mechanical responsible for maintenance.

Hint

39. What is most commonly used to check the tread on your tires?

A quarter.

A penny.

A dime.

40. To make a left turn, what should you drive close to?

Both options are correct.

Drive close to the center divider line.

the left turn lane.

41. What does a red arrow light mean?

Right turns are not allowed at any time, even when the light is green.

It is similar to a red stop light, however, you cannot make a right turn at any time.

You are allowed to make a right turn like normal.

42. When are you required to turn your headlights on?

Both options are correct.

30 minutes before sunrise.

30 minutes after sunset.

43. What is the consequence if your BAC is 0.08% or higher?

Neither option is correct, as the BAC is not a reliable way to determine how much you have had to drink.

The officer may arrest you.

The officer may let you go, as long as you promise to drive straight home at a reduced speed.

44. What is the correct interpretation of this sign?

This sign indicates that you must make a full stop.

This sign indicates that you must yield.

This sign indicates that you are not allowed to do a certain action.

45. How much distance should you include from your vehicle to the crosswalk when stopping?

10 feet.

1 foot.

5 feet.

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

Improved fuel efficiency.

Reduced tire grip.

Slippery road surface.

Noisier exhaust.

Hint

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