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 ]

Coasting is a term used to describe a vehicle traveling in neutral or with the clutch on. How does this affect your control of the vehicle? (Select all that apply)

Increased use of the footbrake can reduce its effectiveness.

Vehicle handling and response is improved.

It may become more difficult to select the appropriate gear when needed.

Vehicle is safer to drive.

Hint

[ Special Driving Situations ]

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

Only travel if the journey is essential.

Keep your fog lights on at all times.

Drive more quickly to reduce time in the snow.

Allow more time for your journey.

Hint

[ 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.

Stay in your vehicle and call for help.

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

[ Traffic Controls ]

What is this sign indicating?

No right turn.

No left turn.

No U-turns allowed.

[ Sharing the Road ]

What is required to operate a LSV or NEV?

A valid driver's license.

A valid learner's permit.

No form of identification is needed to operate these vehicles.

[ Turns ]

What should you do when you are making a right turn?

Both options are correct.

Look over your right shoulder.

Reduce your speed.

[ Alcohol and Drugs ]

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

Decrease the risk of collisions.

Make you a better driver.

Give a false sense of confidence.

Reduce co-ordination and slow down reactions.

Hint

[ Sharing the Road ]

Which of the following can you do to prevent other drivers from becoming angry?

Do not tailgate other drivers.

Using your horn for non-emergencies.

Both options are correct.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

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

25 mph, unless otherwise posted.

35 mph, unless otherwise posted.

55 mph, unless otherwise posted.

10.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

Why is it dangerous to use your fog lights when traveling in clear weather?

They will reduce your concentration.

Other drivers may think there is fog ahead.

Other drivers may mistake them for your brake lights.

Your fog lights may dazzle other drivers.

Hint

11.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

When towing a vehicle or trailer, which lanes must you drive in?

Any lanes regardless of the circumstance, or posted speed.

The lane that is closest to the right side of the road.

Any lane as long as you are maintaining the posted speed.

12.

[ Traffic Controls ]

When you see a solid green traffic signal turn to a solid yellow traffic signal, what should you do?

Stop if you can safely, otherwise, cross the intersection with caution.

Yield to oncoming traffic.

Drive forward without reducing speed, observing the right-of-way rules.

13.

[ Sharing the Road ]

Which of these light signals implies the car is reversing or will reverse?

Hint

14.

[ Sharing the Road ]

You are traveling slowly behind a cyclist in front of you. Why should you give the cyclist plenty of space when overtaking?

The rush of wind as you pass can destabilise a cyclist.

To get a better view of the road ahead.

So that they are more likely to see you.

The cyclist might swerve to avoid an obstacle.

Hint

15.

[ Alcohol and Drugs ]

If you are under the age of 21, and you are convicted of having a BAC of 0.01% or over, which of the following is a possible consequence?

You will face life imprisonment.

No actions will be taken against you.

Your driving privilege will be revoked for one year.

16.

[ Special Driving Situations ]

If your vehicle is stationary and is likely to remain so for more than a couple of minutes, you should reduce emissions and noise pollution by:

Switching off your engine.

Revving your engine to keep it warm.

Checking your tires.

Switching off any radios you have.

Hint

17.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

What is the correct definition of a crosswalk?

A crosswalk is the part of roadway set aside for vehicle traffic.

A crosswalk is the part of the roadway set aside for pedestrian traffic.

Neither option is correct.

18.

[ Occupant Protection ]

An eight year old child is riding in the front seat of a vehicle. The vehicle does not have a backseat available. Is it lawful for this child to sit in the front seat?

Yes, since there is no rear seat available, the child may sit in the front seat lawfully.

As long as the child is wearing their seatbelt, it does not matter.

No, as all children must ride in the backseat.

19.

[ Occupant Protection ]

A driver decides to answer a text message that they just received while driving down the interstate. Is this a distraction?

No, as you are allowed to answer text messages while driving as long as you are looking at the road every two seconds.

Yes, as this is taking your attention away from the road.

No, as there is no law against using your phone while driving.

20.

[ Sharing the Road ]

On a divided highway with 4 or more traffic lanes in one direction, what lane do large trucks typically drive in?

Any lane they choose, as long as they maintain the posted speed limit.

The left lost lane.

The lane just to the left of the right most lane.

21.

[ Sharing the Road ]

Which of these should you avoid when driving around large trucks?

Both of these options are correct.

Lingering alongside a truck when they are passing.

Following too closely or tailgating.

22.

[ Occupant Protection ]

Children under what age must be secured in a rear facing passenger restraint system?

Under 5 years old.

Under 2 years old.

Under 1 year old.

23.

[ Lane Control ]

If you are driving slowly on a two lane road, how many vehicles must be behind you before you are required to turn into a turnout area?

1 vehicle.

3 vehicles.

5 vehicles

24.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

Which of the following must you do when driving through a crosswalk?

Increase your speed so you may pass over the crosswalk before the pedestrians do.

Do not change your speed and proceed like normal, regardless of whether or not pedestrians are attempting to cross.

Ensure that all pedestrians have crossed, and proceed with caution.

25.

[ Special Driving Situations ]

You are about to enter a bank of fog. What should you do? (Select all that apply)

Use your fog lights if necessary.

Use your hazard lights to warn other drivers.

Speed up to travel through it as quickly as possible.

Check your mirrors and slow down.

Hint

26.

[ 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?

2 to 3 years.

4 to 10 years.

1 to 2 years.

27.

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

Use your flashing hazard lights.

Use your fog lights if visibility is below 100m.

Use dipped headlights.

Hint

28.

[ 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?

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

Neither option is correct.

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

29.

[ Visual Search ]

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

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

If possible and safe, make room for vehicles entering freeways.

Always increase your speed when driving along side other vehicles.

30.

[ Parking ]

Which of the following is an example of disabled placard abuse?

Using a placard issued to you by the Department of Motor Vehicles.

Using a placard after it has been reporting that it has been lost or stolen.

Neither option is correct.

31.

[ Lane Control ]

What should you do before passing another vehicle?

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

Pass the other vehicle at a high rate of speed to beat any traffic.

There are no suggestions when passing another vehicle, only to do it with caution.

32.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

The driver ahead of you made a mistake while driving, and you want to alert them to it. What do you do?

Do nothing, and proceed with caution.

Honk your horn at them to alert them to pay attention.

Honk your horn at them to let them know they made a mistake.

33.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

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

The vehicle manufacturer.

The mechanical responsible for maintenance.

The driver or rider of the vehicle.

The owner of the vehicle.

Hint

34.

[ 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.

35.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

At intersections without a STOP or YIELD signs, what action is correct?

Proceed like normal.

Neither option is correct.

Slow down and be ready to stop.

36.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

What should you do if you are experiencing vehicle troubles and are unable to continue driving?

Pull off of the road away from traffic.

Turn on your emergency flashers if possible.

Both options are correct.

37.

[ Occupant Protection ]

Which of the following is a type of visual distraction?

Keeping your eyes on the road.

Eyes off of the road.

Mind off of the road.

38.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What is this sign indicating?

This sign means that there is an airport near by.

This sign indicates that planes fly through this area.

This sign indicates that you must be on the lookout for planes landing on the road you are driving on.

39.

[ Special Driving Situations ]

Why are vehicles fitted with front fog lights?

To improve your visbility ahead.

For learner drivers on the freeway.

In case your headlights are broken.

In case your vehicle breaks down.

Hint

40.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What is the correct interpretation of this sign?

This sign indicates that you must yield.

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

This sign indicates that you must make a full stop.

41.

[ Additional Driving Laws / Rules ]

If you fail to appear for traffic court, if you have received a traffic ticket, what can happen?

Nothing will happen as you are not required to appear in traffic court unless you decide to go.

Nothing will happen.

Your driver's license may be suspended.

42.

[ Additional Driving Laws / Rules ]

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

Ensure that it meets California's smog laws.

Ensure that it drives properly.

Neither option is correct.

43.

[ Parking ]

What does a yellow 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 is allowed at this curb.

44.

[ Alcohol and Drugs ]

Which of the following is true regarding alcohol and/or drugs and driving?

Alcohol and drugs have no affect on your driving abilities.

Alcohol and/or drugs impair your judgement and driving abilities.

It is encouraged to take drugs or drink alcohol prior to driving.

45.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What is this sign indicating?

End divided highway.

Lane ending.

Directional arrow.

46.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What is the correct interpretation of this sign?

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

This sign indicates that you are entering the wrong way of traffic.

This sign indicates that you are entering the incorrect road with the incorrect vehicle.

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