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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Sharing the Road

It is particularly important to be aware of: (Select all that apply)

Fields filled with animals.

Older drivers.

Truck drivers.

Disabled people.

Driver Readiness

Which of the following is correct regarding emotions and driving?

Your emotions have no relation to how well you drive.

Emotions can affect the way that you drive.

Neither option is correct.

Laws and Rules of the Road

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

10 feet.

5 feet.

1 foot.

Safe Driving Practices

Before beginning a journey, how can you best plan your route?

No need to plan, just follow the signs.

Use a map or route planner.

Consult with your local fuel station.

Read your local newspaper.

Sharing the Road

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

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

What California penal code prohibits an individual from obstructing or interfering with a funeral procession?

CVC 480.

CVC 2817.

CVC 2852

Special Driving Situations

You are traveling along a road and you cannot see more than 100 meters (328 feet) in front. What should you do?

You MUST switch on your hazard lights.

You MUST NOT slow down.

You MUST use headlights. You may use fog lights if necessary.

You MUST NOT switch on your fog lights.

Laws and Rules of the Road

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

You may pass as long as you proceed with caution.

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

Ensure that no pedestrians are in front of that vehicle.

Sharing the Road

The car in front of you has three (3) red lights as shown. What do you expect the vehicle to do next?

The vehicle shall move to the left or turn left.

The vehicle is reversing.

The vehicle shall move to the right or turn right.

The vehicle is braking.

10.

Laws and Rules of the Road

In unmarked crosswalks, who has the right-of-way?

Pedestrians.

Vehicles.

Bicyclists.

11.

Sharing the Road

You want to reverse your car but there is a pedestrian waiting to cross the road. You should:

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

Reverse quickly before pedestrian begins to cross.

Yield to the pedestrian and wait for them to finish crossing.

Wave the pedestrian to cross.

12.

Safe Driving Practices

Which organization has provided suggestions on the correct way for hand positioning on steering wheels?

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

Department of Motor Vehicles.

Transportation Security Administration.

13.

Turns

Which of the following is an example of an illegal U-turn?

In business districts.

On a roadway with two sets of double yellow lines.

Both options are correct.

14.

Lane Control

What is a separated bikeway?

A route for bicyclists on streets shared with vehicle traffic.

A lane that provides greater separation from adjacent vehicle traffic.

A route that is for the exclusive use of bicyclists.

15.

Traffic Controls

What does this sign mean?

No entry to all traffic.

Yield to other traffic.

Stop at the junction.

Pedestrian zone ahead.

16.

Sharing the Road

How much space should you leave between your vehicle and a motorcyclist?

1 second.

3 seconds.

4 seconds.

17.

Sharing the Road

How much distance does it typically take for a large truck travelling 55 mph to stop?

800 feet.

200 feet.

400 feet.

18.

Additional Driving Laws/Rules

If your vehicle's engine is running, you MUST NOT:

Leave your vehicle unattended.

Switch it off if you're waiting to pick someone up.

Rev the engine to warm it up.

Clean any ice of the windows.

19.

Driver Readiness

Which of the following is an example of a condition that physicians are required to report to the Department of Motor Vehicles.

Alzheimer's disease.

Lapses of consciousness.

Both options are correct.

20.

Lane Control

What should motorized bicycle drivers do when using a bike lane?

No special precautions are required since they are technically driving a bicycle.

Neither options are correct.

They should use caution to avoid bicyclists.

21.

Laws and Rules of the Road

What also can be classified as an intersection?

Alleys.

Cross streets.

Both options are correct.

22.

Parking

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

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

Loaning your placard to friends or family.

Both options are correct.

23.

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

If you purchase a vehicle from a private property, how long do you have to transfer the ownership of the vehicle?

5 days.

10 days.

30 days.

24.

Alcohol and Drugs

If you are driving a vehicle that requires a CDL, what is the minimum level of BAC before it becomes unlawful to drive?

0.0001

0.0004

0.0005

25.

Visual Search

In this image, what do the shaded areas visualize?

The correct way to travel down a highway.

The blind spots of your vehicle.

How far other vehicles should travel from your vehicle.

26.

Special Driving Situations

After how many miles should you rotate your tires?

Every 6,000 to 7,000 miles.

Every 1,000 - 2,000 miles.

Every 3,000 to 5,000 miles.

27.

Safe Driving Practices

In which situation should you signal your turn?

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

When you are stopping your vehicle.

Neither option is correct.

28.

Parking

Where is it NOT 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.

29.

Occupant Protection

A driver begins to eat something that they just bought a restaurant. Is this a distraction?

No, as long as the driver is keeping their eyes on the road, it is not a distraction.,

Yes, as the driver can become distracted while eating.

No, the driver purchased the items and has the right to eat it before it gets cold.

30.

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

How long can traffic convictions and collisions, at minimum, stay on your record for?

72 months.,

12 months.

36 months.

31.

Sharing the Road

Where are Low Speed Vehicles and Neighborhood Electric Vehicles restricted to?

Roadways where the speed limit is greater than 40 mph.

Roadways where the speed limit is greater than 55 mph.

Roadways where the speed limit is greater than 35 mph.

32.

Alcohol and Drugs

If you are convicted of a DUI for the second time, how many years will your license be suspended for?

5 years.

2 years.

1 year.

33.

Driver Readiness

Why should you be aware of warm air in the car whilst driving?

It can reduce fuel efficiency.

Unventilated warm air may cause the driver to become sleepy.

Warm air may be uncomfortable for your passengers.

May cause excessive sweat.

34.

Lane Control

What is the other common name for yield lines?

Passing lanes.

Shark's teeth.

Stopping points.

35.

Driver Readiness

What should you not do before driving?

Ensure that you have enough rest to drive.

Neither option is correct.

Mix alcohol with your medications.

36.

Traffic Controls

What is this sign indicating?

Merging traffic.

Curve

Added lane.

37.

Laws and Rules of the Road

While driving slower than normal, under what circumstance may you be cited?

When you block normal and reasonable movement.

Neither option is correct.

You will not be cited because you may have to drive slower under certain circumstances.

38.

Safe Driving Practices

When may you use your vehicle's fog lights?

In a tunnel.

When visibility is severely reduced.

If your headlights are not working.

Any time at night.

39.

Traffic Controls

What is this sign indicating?

Added lane.

Merging traffic

Lane ending.

40.

Turns

Under which circumstance can you make a legal U-turn?

Across a double yellow line when it is safe and legal.

At any point in the roadway, as long as you are not obstructing traffic.

Neither option is correct.

41.

Sharing the Road

The car in front of you has a flashing amber light as shown. What do you expect the vehicle to do next?

The vehicle is braking.

The vehicle shall move to the left or turn left.

The vehicle is reversing.

The vehicle shall move to the right or turn right.

42.

Traffic Controls

What is the correct interpretation of this sign?

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

You may not enter the road that the sign is adjacent to.

This sign means that you cannot do a certain action.

43.

Safe Driving Practices

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

Eating and drinking.

Switching on your headlights.

Using your mirrors to check for other vehicles and hazards.

Trying to read a map.

44.

Alcohol and Drugs

You have been convicted of driving a car whilst intoxicated (after drinking too much alcohol). What will happen to your insurance?

It can invalidate your insurance.

You will no longer be allowed to carry passengers.

You will only be able to ride a motorcycle instead.

It will reduce your premiums.

45.

Alcohol and Drugs

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

0.0005

0.0001

0.0008

46.

Safe Driving Practices

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.

Switch on your hazard lights.

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

Flash your headlights to warn other road users.

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