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.

Ready? Click 'Next' to begin.

[Lane Control]

What do broken yellow lines indicate on a roadway?

Indicates that you may not pass in this area.

The center of a road for two-way traffic.

Indicates that you may pass if the broken line is next to your driving lane.

[Parking]

What is a crosshatched area adjacent to a parking space mean?

This means that only motorcyclists can park there.

Any vehicle can park here for a limited amount of time.

This means that this is a no parking area.

[Alcohol and Drugs]

When you are driving in the state of California, what do you automatically give your consent for?

Neither option is correct as driving in the state of California does not automatically make you give your consent for anything.

Breath, blood, or urine tests if you are suspected of DUI.

Searches of your vehicle.

[Safe Driving Practices]

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

The owner of the vehicle.

The driver or rider of the vehicle.

The vehicle manufacturer.

The mechanical responsible for maintenance.

[Visual Search]

You want to reverse your car but cannot see if it is safe. You should NOT:

Get out of your vehicle and check before moving.

Glance over your shoulders to check blindspots.

Use your horn and reverse slowly.

Ask for assistance from a passenger or passer-by.

[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.

[Safe Driving Practices]

You want to reverse your car but cannot see if it is safe. You should:

Rev your engine loudly.

Get out of your vehicle and check before moving.

Use your horn.

Reverse very slowly.

[Traffic Controls]

What is this sign indicating?

Crossroad.

End divided highway

Divided highway.

[Traffic Controls]

What is the correct interpretation for this traffic signal?

This traffic signal means that it is legal for a pedestrian to cross the street.

This traffic signal means that you may not cross the street.

This traffic signal means that you may cross the street with caution.

10.

[Parking]

How many inches should your vehicle be from the curve when you have finished parallel parking?

No further than 24 inches

No further than 18 inches.

No further than 6 inches.

11.

[Sharing the Road]

The motorcycle 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.

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?

Anywhere, as it doesn't matter.

You must stop after the stop sign.

You must stop before entering the intersection.

13.

[Safe Driving Practices]

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

Read your local newspaper.

Use a map or route planner.

Consult with your local fuel station.

No need to plan, just follow the signs.

14.

[Traffic Controls]

What does a white rectangular sign normally indicate?

There are no white rectangular signs in the state of California.

That you must obey important rules.

That you must consider following these rules, as they are entirely optional.

15.

[Alcohol and Drugs]

Yourself, and your parent are in the vehicle when you are pulled over by a police officer. In the backseat of the vehicle, there is an unopened, sealed container of alcohol. Since you are the individual driving the vehicle, is it lawful for this container of alcohol to be in your vehicle?

Yes, as your parent is in the vehicle with you and is over the age of 21.

Neither option is correct.

No, as alcohol containers cannot be in your vehicle under any circumstance.

16.

[Safe Driving Practices]

When should you NOT reverse from a side road into a main road?

If there is traffic on the main road.

If you don't have another person acting as a guide.

At any time.

When a pedestrian is waiting to cross the road.

17.

[Turns]

Which of the following is not an illegal U-turn?

When other vehicles may hit you.

If there are no vehicles approaching you within 200 feet.

On a one-way street

18.

[Visual Search]

You are traveling along a road and you see a car reversing out from a driveway on the left. You should NOT:

Slow down.

Be prepared to stop.

Use your horn to warn the other driver of your presence.

Speed up and overtake.

19.

[Safe Driving Practices]

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

On the freeway when changing lanes.

Because you are angry or upset.

On narrow mountain roads when you can not see 200 feet ahead.

20.

[Additional Driving Laws / Rules]

What California penal code prohibits you from willfully fleeing a peace officer?

CVC 480.

CVC 2800.3

CVC 21152

21.

[Laws and Rules of the Road]

What is the speed limit in any alley in the state of California?

25 mph

55 mph

15 mph

22.

[Visual Search]

Even though signal lights are generally followed, what else should you do?

Always look left, right, and ahead for approaching traffic before continuing.

Neither option is correct.

Follow the traffic lights at all times as they are always followed by other vehicles.

23.

[Traffic Controls]

What is the correct interpretation of this sign?

This sign indicates that you must yield.

This sign indicates that you must make a full stop.

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

24.

[Special Driving Situations]

A typical stopping distance of a vehicle in dry weather is approximately __________ the normal distance of a vehicle in wet weather.

Triple

Double

Half

The same as

25.

[Sharing the Road]

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

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

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

The left lost lane.

26.

[Sharing the Road]

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.

Keep well back to allow the motorcyclist room to manoeuvre.

Use your horn.

Overtake the motorcyclist.

27.

[Traffic Controls]

What is this sign indicating?

No U-turns allowed.

No right turn.

No left turn.

28.

[Laws and Rules of the Road]

What should you do if you see a stray animal on the roadway?

Slow down and/or stop if it is safe to do so.

Swerve to miss the animal.

Honk your horn until it moves.

29.

[Sharing the Road]

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

Overtake slowly.

Keep your distance from the horses.

Use your horn.

Wait until it is safe to overtake.

30.

[Driver Readiness]

Which of the following will not prevent drowsy driving?

Rolling down the window.

Taking regular rest stops.

Calling a ride service to take you to your destination.

31.

[Traffic Controls]

What is the correct interpretation of this sign?

This sign means that you cannot do a certain action.

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

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

32.

[Traffic Controls]

What is the correct interpretation for this pedestrian signal?

This pedestrian signal means you are allowed to cross the street.

Neither option is correct.

This pedestrian signal means to not cross the street.

33.

[Turns]

When a red arrow traffic signal is present, what is the correct course of action?

Neither option is correct.

Make the turn when there is no oncoming traffic. Follow the right-of-way rules.

Wait until the signal turns a solid green or green arrow.

34.

[Handling Emergencies]

What is a possible punishment if you fail to notify the Department of Motor Vehicles in the event that you are in a collision?

Your driving privilege will be suspended.

Neither option is correct.

Nothing will happen, since nobody was injured.

35.

[Sharing the Road]

If you are needing to make a turn, and you must enter a bike lane to do so, how much distance can you drive into the bike lane?

1 mile.

500 feet.

200 feet.

36.

[Sharing the Road]

It is against the law to follow how many feet behind an emergency vehicle while their emergency lights are activated?

500 feet.

300 feet.

1,000 feet.

37.

[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)

Vehicle is safer to drive.

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.

38.

[Traffic Controls]

What is the correct interpretation of this sign?

Allow any elderly people, or other pedestrians to cross before proceeding.

This sign means to stop and help someone cross the road.

There is a school ahead, and you must let the children pass before proceeding.

39.

[Traffic Controls]

What is this sign indicating?

Lane ending.

Added lane.

Merging traffic

40.

[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.

41.

[Additional Driving Laws / Rules]

If you are under the age of 18, and you are driving, what is required of your parents?

Your parents are not required to do anything.

Your parents must assume all financial responsibility for your driving.

Your parents are not required to assume financial responsibility of your driving, as they are not the one driving the vehicle.

42.

[Turns]

What is a U-Turn?

Passing a vehicle at a high rate of speed.

There is no definition for a U-Turn in the state of California.

Turning your vehicle around in the street to go back the way you came.

43.

[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 shall move to the right or turn right.

The vehicle is braking.

The vehicle shall move to the left or turn left.

The vehicle is reversing.

44.

[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.

Neither option is correct.

Ignore the stop line and stop before the crosswalk.

45.

[Occupant Protection]

How many types of driver distractions are there?

46.

[Sharing the Road]

Who should you particularly look out for when reversing?

Children.

Motorcycle riders.

Pedestrians.

Traffic police.

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