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.

Turns

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

When you cannot see clearly 200 feet in each direction.

In front of a fire station.

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

Laws and Rules of the Road

You MUST NOT reverse your vehicle:

Into a side road.

Further than is necessary.

Without someone to act as a guide.

Without using your horn to warn other road users.

Vehicle Positioning

You are traveling at a safe distance between you and the vehicle in front. Another vehicle overtakes and pulls into this gap. What should you do?

Use your horn

Flash your headlights.

Speed up to overtake this new vehicle.

Slow down to maintain a safe gap.

Parking

Which California penal code prohibits parking in a crosshatched space?

CVC 597.7.

CVC 22507.8

CVC 480.

Special Driving Situations

Where are you most likely to be affect by crosswinds?

Travelling across a bridge on a freeway.

In heavy traffic.

In a built up area.

On a narrow country lane.

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.

Always increase your speed when driving along side other vehicles.

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

Lane Control

What lane is considered the left most lane?

Number 2

Number 1

Number 3

Laws and Rules of the Road

Which of the following does a roundabout not have?

Bicycle ways.

A roadway.

Neither option is correct.

Sharing the Road

What is required to operate a LSV or NEV?

A valid learner's permit.

A valid driver's license.

No form of identification is needed to operate these vehicles.

10.

Laws and Rules of the Road

Under what circumstance must you drive slower?

When there is bad weather.

When there is heavy traffic.

Both options are correct.

11.

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

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

36 months.

12 months.

72 months.,

12.

Sharing the Road

What is a NEV?

A type of public transit.

A neighborhood electric vehicle.

A type of emergency vehicle.

13.

Traffic Controls

What is this sign indicating?

Two way traffic.

Slippery when wet.

Sharp turn.

14.

Laws and Rules of the Road

Why is it not allowed to stop in a crosswalk?

Neither option is correct.

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.

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

15.

Traffic Controls

What is this sign indicating?

This sign means that there is an airport near by.

This sign means that a rest area is one mile ahead.

This sign indicates that there is a ski lodge near by.

16.

Lane Control

Which of the following is true regarding double white lines?

You may change lanes freely.

Neither option is correct.

You must wait until a single broken white line appears before changing lanes.

17.

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.

18.

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 right or turn right.

The vehicle shall move to the left or turn left.

The vehicle is reversing.

19.

Visual Search

In this image, what do the shaded areas visualize?

The blind spots of your vehicle.

The correct way to travel down a highway.

How far other vehicles should travel from your vehicle.

20.

Traffic Controls

What is this sign indicating?

Crossroad.

Railroad tracks.

There is a hospital ahead.

21.

Lane Control

What are turnout areas?

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

Designated areas that allow other cars behind you to pass.

Neither option is correct.

22.

Special Driving Situations

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

Double

Triple

The same as

Half

23.

Lane Control

What do two solid yellow lines on a roadway indicate?

The center of a road for two-way traffic.

No passing.

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

24.

Vehicle Positioning

You are traveling in fog behind another vehicle. What should you do to reduce the chances of an accident?

Keep close to the vehicle in front.

Use your high-beam headlights.

Use your dipped headlights so that you can be seen.

Use your flashing hazard lights.

25.

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 left or turn left.

The vehicle is braking.

The vehicle is reversing.

The vehicle shall move to the right or turn right.

26.

Occupant Protection

What is the correct way to wear a shoulder harness style seatbelt?

Worn across the abdomen with minimal slack.

Worn across the chest with minimal slack.

Worn across the chest with as much slack as possible.

27.

Alcohol and Drugs

If you have been drinking, and your BAC is below legal limits, which of the following is true?

It is entirely safe to drive.

Neither option is correct, as the BAC is not a reliable way to determine how much you have had to drink.

You may still show impairments, even though you are below the legal limit.

28.

Alcohol and Drugs

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

0.0005

0.0001

0.0008

29.

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.

30.

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 six months.

Up to 1 year.

Up to 2 years.

31.

Parking

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

This means that this is a no parking area.

This means that only motorcyclists can park there.

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

32.

Sharing the Road

What does this hazardous load placard mean?

Corrosive

Radioactive

Flammable

33.

Turns

Which of the following is correct when making a left turn?

Increase your speed and quickly make the turn.

Look over your left shoulder and reduce your speed.

Decrease your speed and make the turn as quickly as possible.

34.

Safe Driving Practices

When MUST your vehicle's headlights be switched on?

Visibility is reduced to 500 feet.

Visibility is reduced to 1000 feet.

Visibility is reduced to 2000 feet.

Visibility is reduced to 200 feet.

35.

Parking

What is the distance that is allowed to park in front of a fire hydrant?

It is illegal to park near a fire hydrant.

15 feet.

5 feet.

36.

Laws and Rules of the Road

When turning left, what is suggested to ensure your safety?

There are no suggested safety tips when turning left.

Keep your wheels pointed straight to be prevent being thrown into oncoming traffic in the event of an accident.

Neither option is correct.

37.

Lane Control

What lane number is considered the fast lane?

Number 3

Number 1

Number 2

38.

Alcohol and Drugs

You are driving down the road after having left the liquor store. The items you bought are in the front passenger seat. Is this legal?

Yes, this is legal as long as the alcohol is sealed and, full, and unopened.

No, this is not legal. You cannot have any form of alcohol in the vehicle.

No, this is not legal as you cannot have unsealed alcohol containers within arm's reach.

39.

Special Driving Situations

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

Ten times (10x)

The same as

Triple

Five times (5x)

40.

Sharing the Road

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

Do not tailgate other drivers.

Both options are correct.

Using your horn for non-emergencies.

41.

Safe Driving Practices

If you break down, and you have emergency flares available, what distance should you place them from your vehicle?

100 feet behind your vehicle.

200 feet behind your vehicle.

500 feet behind your vehicle.

42.

Visual Search

In this image, what does the blue area visualize?

Blind spots.

What is ahead.

What is at your side.

43.

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

If you receive too many negligent driver points, what may the Department of Motor Vehicles do?

Suspend your license for 6 months.

Place you on a probation for 1 year.

Both options are correct.

44.

Parking

What does a red parking colored curb indicate?

No stopping, standing, or parking is permitted.

Stop no longer than the time posted to load/unload passengers or freight.

Park for a limited time as indicated by a sign or the time painted on the curb.

45.

Safe Driving Practices

Which steering method is recommended when backing up?

Hand-over-hand steering.

Hand-to-Hand steering

One hand steering.

46.

Sharing the Road

A farmer is herding sheep across the road and has asked you to stop your vehicle until he has finished. You should:

Keep going as you have right of way.

Ignore the farmer as he has no authority.

Stop and turn your engine off until directed to continue.

Use your horn to get the sheep to move faster.

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