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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Handling Emergencies

What should you do in the event that you begin to skid while driving on ice?

Ease off of the accelerator.

Increase your speed to create more traction.

Slam on your brakes.

Sharing the Road

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.

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

Keep going as you have right of way.

Safe Driving Practices

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

Adjusting your rear-view mirror.

Adjusting or starting the radio.

Listening to the radio at a loud volume.

Listening to the radio at a low volume.

Sharing the Road

You are traveling slowly behind a cyclist in front of you. Why might they suddenly swerve or move across the traffic lane?

To get a better view of the road ahead.

Cyclists like to show off.

To avoid an obstacle, such as a drain cover.

As a warning to you that you're traveling too closely.

Special Driving Situations

Your car has been covered in snow. Which of these parts of the car should be cleared of ice and snow before beginning a journey: (Select all that apply)

The license plates.

The hood.

The doors.

The windows.

Occupant Protection

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

5 years old.

12 years old.

6 years old.

Laws and Rules of the Road

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

No specific rules are defined for T intersections.

Yield to traffic and any pedestrians.

Proceed like normal.

Lane Control

Which lane should you drive in if you are going faster?

The left most lane.

The middle lane.

The right most lane.

Lane Control

What are turnout areas?

Special areas where you are allowed to make U-Turns.

Neither option is correct.

Designated areas that allow other cars behind you to pass.

10.

Special Driving Situations

At what speed can your tires loss all contact with the road if there is a lot of water?

20 mph.

50 mph.

30 mph.

11.

Vehicle Positioning

In the event that you need to cross multiple freeway lanes, what is the best course of action.

Cross them one at a time until each lane is clear.

Wait until all of the lanes are clear, then proceed to merge into the one you need to be in.

Engage your turn signal and cross all lanes simultaneously without stopping.

12.

Traffic Controls

When coming to a stop sign, if there is no limit line or cross walk present, where must you stop your vehicle?

You must stop after the stop sign.

Anywhere, as it doesn't matter.

You must stop before entering the intersection.

13.

Safe Driving Practices

When may you flash your headlights at another road user?

To alert other road users of your presence.

To signal another stationary road user that they can proceed.

To warn oncoming drivers of a hidden police patrol.

When another road user annoys you.

14.

Sharing the Road

When an emergency vehicle has their sirens activated, where should you drive to to allow them to pass?

The right side of the road.

The middle of the road.

Neither option is correct.

15.

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.

Ignore the stop line and stop before the crosswalk.

Neither option is correct.

16.

Vehicle Positioning

Why is it important to leave the traffic lane not too fast?

You can choose any speed you wish to exit traffic, as long as you do not obstruct traffic.

Engage your turn signal and cross all lanes simultaneously without stopping.

It allows you to remain in control of your vehicle.

17.

Sharing the Road

Which of these light signals implies the car will turn right or move to the right?

18.

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?

3 vehicles.

5 vehicles

1 vehicle.

19.

Safe Driving Practices

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

Your mirrors and seat are adjusted correctly.

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

You are wearing baggy clothes.

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

20.

Sharing the Road

Who should you particularly look out for when reversing?

Pedestrians.

Traffic police.

Children.

Motorcycle riders.

21.

Visual Search

To avoid last minute moves or corrections, how far ahead should you scan?

10 - 15 seconds.

0 - 5 seconds.

Do not scan as this can distract you from driving.

22.

Safe Driving Practices

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

To alert other drivers that they made a mistake.

To try and get eye contact with other drivers.

If a driver is moving slowly.

23.

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.

90 days.

30 days.

5 days.

24.

Special Driving Situations

If you are not able to see any farther than 100 feet in front of you, what should you reduce your speed to?

30 mph or below.

45 mph.

50 mph.

25.

Laws and Rules of the Road

In addition to respecting right-of-way rules to vehicles, who does it also apply to?

All of the options are correct.

Bicyclists and motorcyclists.

Pedestrians in crosswalks.

26.

Vehicle Positioning

When you are on the highway, how much space should you leave to merge, cross, enter/exit traffic?

Half of a city block.

5 seconds

A full city block.

27.

Alcohol and Drugs

If you are under the age of 21, what is the minimum level of BAC before it becomes unlawful to drive?

0.0001

0.0005

0.0008

28.

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

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?

20 days.

5 days.

7 days.

29.

Special Driving Situations

Why are vehicles fitted with front fog lights?

In case your headlights are broken.

For learner drivers on the freeway.

In case your vehicle breaks down.

To improve your visbility ahead.

30.

Alcohol and Drugs

How long does a DUI conviction remain on your record?

90 days.

1 year.

10 years.

31.

Sharing the Road

When overtaking a horse and rider, what should you do?

Overtake slowly if it is safe to do so.

Drive around as quickly as possible.

Flash your headlights at the horse rider.

Use your horn to warn the rider of our presence.

32.

Lane Control

Which direction should you pass traffic?

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

You must pass traffic on the left hand side.

You must pass traffic on the right hand side.

33.

Special Driving Situations

Braking harshly on a wet or icy road may cause:

Better steering control.

The vehicle to skid and lose control.

The vehicle to slow down normally.

Improved wheel grip.

34.

Sharing the Road

In slow moving traffic, you should: (Select all that apply)

Allow sufficient space to manoeuvre should an emergency vehicle need to pass.

Overtake slower vehicles on either the left or the right side.

Overtake slower vehicles only on the right hand side.

Keep as close as possible to the vehicle in front.

35.

Safe Driving Practices

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

Always signal.

Both

Always decrease speed.

36.

Sharing the Road

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

Both options are correct.

Using your horn for non-emergencies.

Do not tailgate other drivers.

37.

Special Driving Situations

Why are vehicles fitted with rear fog lights?

In case your vehicle breaks down.

To allow other vehicles to see you in fog.

For learner drivers on the freeway.

In case your brake lights don't work.

38.

Parking

Where is it acceptable to park and leave your vehicle? (Select all that apply)

On-street areas marked out by double yellow lines.

In off-street parking areas.

On-street areas marked out by yellow zig zag lines along the road.

On-street parking bays marked out by white lines.

39.

Handling Emergencies

What should you do if you are involved in a collision?

Stop and call 9-1-1 if anyone is hurt.

Argue with the other person, regardless of who caused it.

Leave the accident.

40.

Parking

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.

41.

Laws and Rules of the Road

What should you do when you are approaching a sign such as this?

This sign indicates what animals inhabit this area.

Neither option is correct.

This sign means to be alert for possible animals in the area.

42.

Driver Readiness

You develop poor vision, which of the following is correct after you have visited your doctor?

Neither option is correct

You should not notify the Department of Motor Vehicles as they are not required to know.

Notify the Department of Motor Vehicles.

43.

Special Driving Situations

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

If your vehicle left any pollution in the water.

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.

44.

Special Driving Situations

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

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

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

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

45.

Laws and Rules of the Road

While pedestrians have the right-of-way, what is also required of them?

Pedestrians must abide by the rules of the road.

Pedestrians have their own set of rules that they must abide to since they are not in a vehicle.

Pedestrians are not required to abide by the rules of the road.

46.

Lane Control

What is a center left turn lane?

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

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

There are no left turn lanes indicated on a roadway.

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