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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[ 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.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

In which situation should you signal your turn?

Before pulling next to the curb or away from the curb.

Neither option is correct.

When you are stopping your vehicle.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What does this sign mean?

Tunnel ahead.

No entry to all traffic.

Stop at the junction.

No entry to only vehicular traffic.

Hint

[ Special Driving Situations ]

What should you do when you are being pulled over by law enforcement?

Move your vehicle to the right shoulder of the road.

Turn on your right turn signal to indicate to the police officer that you acknowledge them.

Both options are correct.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

What direction does traffic travel on a roundabout?

Clockwise

Counter-clockwise

Straight.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What is this sign indicating?

School zone ahead.

Pedestrian crossing.

Caution.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

What should you do in the event that it is too bright for your signal lights to be seen easily?

Use hand-and-arm positions to indicate what you are doing.

Slow down and proceed with caution.

Neither option is correct.

[ Occupant Protection ]

If a passenger is under what age, you may be cited for them not wearing a seatbelt?

18 years old.

16 years old.

21 years old.

[ Parking ]

How much space should you leave between your vehicle and the vehicle in front of you when you parallel park?

1 foot.

5 feet.

2 feet.

10.

[ Additional Driving Laws / Rules ]

If you are caught dumping or abandoning animals on a highway, how much can you be fined?

Up to $2,000.

Up to $1,000

1 year in jail.

11.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

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

Slow down and be ready to stop.

Proceed like normal.

Neither option is correct.

12.

[ Handling Emergencies ]

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

Leave the accident.

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

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

13.

[ Vehicle Positioning ]

You are driving along a freeway in wet weather. You should keep well back from the vehicle in front because:

Increase your ability to accelerate.

Increase your ability to see and plan ahead.

Reduce your typical stopping distance.

Decrease fuel consumption.

Hint

14.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

You should adjust your seat and mirrors correctly in order to:

Keep the distracting vehicle controls out of reach.

Ensure comfort, full control and maximum field of vision.

Ensure you can see yourself whilst you drive.

Keep your body as close as possible to the steering wheel, even if its uncomfortable.

Hint

15.

[ Alcohol and Drugs ]

What California penal code allows an officer to arrest you if they reasonably believe if you are under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs?

CVC 32152.

CVC 23153.

Both options are correct.

16.

[ Alcohol and Drugs ]

If you are going to consume alcohol before a journey, you should:

Only drink wine and not spirits.

Drive faster to reduce risk of collisions.

Arrange another means of transport.

Drive with your hazard lights flashing to warn other vehicles.

Hint

17.

[ Alcohol and Drugs ]

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

The officer may arrest you.

18.

[ 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 dipped headlights so that you can be seen.

Use your flashing hazard lights.

Keep close to the vehicle in front.

Hint

19.

[ Alcohol and Drugs ]

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

0.0001

0.0008

0.0005

20.

[ Visual Search ]

What should you do before changing lanes?

Look into your rearview mirror for nearby vehicles.

Increase speed and give a signal before changing lanes.

Increase speed and change lanes.

21.

[ Lane Control ]

What do solid white lines indicate on a roadway?

They separate traffic lanes on roads with two or more lanes.

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

They mark traffic lanes going in the same direction.

22.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

When MUST your vehicle's headlights be switched on?

Whenever visibility is reduced.

Any time other vehicles are on the road.

At all times.

At night.

Hint

23.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

When may you flash your headlights at another road user?

When another road user annoys you.

To alert other road users of your presence.

To warn oncoming drivers of a hidden police patrol.

To signal another stationary road user that they can proceed.

Hint

24.

[ Additional Driving Laws / Rules ]

If an individual is convicted of vandalism or graffiti, how long may their driver's license be suspended for?

Up to 1 year.

Up to six months.

Up to 2 years.

25.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

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

In poor weather conditions.

On an empty road in good weather.

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

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

Hint

26.

[ Alcohol and Drugs ]

What is a PAS?

There is no defined definition for PAS in the state of California.

Neither option is correct.

Preliminary alcohol screening.

27.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

Which of the following is a suggestion provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration?

Hands positioned 9 and 3 o'clock.

Hands positioned at 8 and 4 o'clock.

Both options are correct.

28.

[ Handling Emergencies ]

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

Reduce your speed and proceed with caution.

Neither option is correct.

Reduce your speed so you can see what happened.

29.

[ Additional Driving Laws / Rules ]

What California penal code prohibits driving with an unsecured load that is a potential safety hazard?

CVC 480.

CVC 24002

CVC 21152

30.

[ Lane Control ]

What lane should you generally drive in at all times unless otherwise posted?

The lane that is very congested with traffic.

Neither option is correct.

The lane with the smoothest flow of traffic.

31.

[ Visual Search ]

What do you do if a vehicle merges in front of you too closely?

Switch to another lane and pass that vehicle for merging too closely.

Decrease your speed.

Increase your speed.

32.

[ Lane Control ]

What do solid yellow lines indicate on a roadway?

Neither option is correct.

Indicates that you may pass freely.

The center of a road for two-way traffic.

33.

[ Occupant Protection ]

In what situation is it okay to leave your child and/or animals in a hot vehicle?

When the windows are fully opened to allow as much air as possible into the vehicle.

When the windows are cracked slightly to allow air to enter the vehicle.

Not at all, as it is unlawful and dangerous.

34.

[ Lane Control ]

When passing a vehicle, what is not allowed?

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

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

Check traffic behind and beside you.

35.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

Unregistered and untaxed vehicles can only be used:

On quiet roads with little traffic.

When the driver or rider has an appropriate license.

Between 10pm and 6am.

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

Hint

36.

[ Special Driving Situations ]

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

Drive more quickly to reduce time in the snow.

Keep your fog lights on at all times.

Only travel if the journey is essential.

Allow more time for your journey.

Hint

37.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

How much time should you allow before turning on a freeway?

5 seconds.

30 seconds.

10 seconds.

38.

[ Parking ]

Which California penal code prohibits parking in a crosshatched space?

CVC 22507.8

CVC 480.

CVC 597.7.

39.

[ Driver Readiness ]

What can fatigue or drowsiness affect?

The speed of your vehicle.

Your vision.

Neither option is correct.

40.

[ Occupant Protection ]

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

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

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

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

41.

[ Sharing the Road ]

How much can you be fined if you commit a traffic violating in a construction zone?

Up to $2,000.

Up to $1,000

One year in prison.

42.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

Why is it not allowed to stop in a crosswalk?

You are allowed to stop in a crosswalk, as long as you are doing it in a way that does not put pedestrians in danger.

Neither option is correct.

You are not allowed to stop in a crosswalk, as it puts pedestrians in danger.

43.

[ Turns ]

On a divided highway, when can you make a legal U-turn?

An opening that is typically used for first responder use.

Only if an opening is provided in the center divider.

Neither option is correct.

44.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

Who should you allow sufficient time to cross the street?

Pedestrians with young children.

Older pedestrians.

Both options are correct.

45.

[ 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?

7 days.

5 days.

20 days.

46.

[ Handling Emergencies ]

Which of the following the Freeway Service Patrol not provide assistance with?

Tow your motorcycle.

Change a flat tire.

Towing your vehicle to a location approved by the California Highway Patrol.

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