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.

Sharing the Road

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

1,000 feet.

300 feet.

500 feet.

Vehicle Positioning

What is an example of a driver who may present danger to other individuals?

Both options are correct.

Drivers who cannot see other drivers because their view is blocked.

Drivers backing out of driveways or parking space.

Safe Driving Practices

What is hand-to-hand steering also referred to as?

Hand-over-hand steering.

One hand steering.

Push/pull steering.

Traffic Controls

What is this sign indicating?

No right turn.

No left turn.

No U-turns allowed.

Alcohol and Drugs

If you are working for a rideshare service, and you are pulled over with a passenger in your vehicle, what is the minimum level of BAC before it becomes unlawful for you to drive?

0.0005

0.0004

0.0001

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

How far can your cargo extend before you are required to use a 12 inch red or orange square flag to indicate the wideness of the load?

4 feet beyond the back rear bumper.

5 feet beyond the back rear bumper.

2 feet beyond the back rear bumper.

Safe Driving Practices

How much distance should be between your vehicle and your turn before you signal?

500 feet.

100 feet.

50 feet.

Laws and Rules of the Road

When towing a vehicle or trailer, which lanes must you drive in?

Any lane as long as you are maintaining the posted speed.

The lane that is closest to the right side of the road.

Any lanes regardless of the circumstance, or posted speed.

Vehicle Positioning

When you merge onto the freeway, how many seconds of space should you leave between your vehicle and the vehicle in front of you?

1 second.

3 seconds.

5 seconds.

10.

Laws and Rules of the Road

What is the correct definition of an intersection?

An intersection is any place where one line of roadway meets another roadway.

Neither option is correct.

An intersection is the part of the roadway set aside for pedestrian traffic.

11.

Handling Emergencies

What is the seventh step you must do in the event that your accelerator becomes stuck?

Stop and turn off of the ignition.

Look for an alternate route away from traffic.

Keep your eyes on the road.

12.

Occupant Protection

Pregnant women should do the following regarding a lap belt seatbelt?

The lap belt must be worn with as little slack as possible for comfort.

The lap belt should be worn as low as possible under the abdomen.

The lap belt is optional because of pregnancy.

13.

Sharing the Road

Who should you particularly look out for when reversing?

Children.

Pedestrians.

Motorcycle riders.

Traffic police.

14.

Vehicle Positioning

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

It allows you to remain in control of your vehicle.

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

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

15.

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

The same as

Triple

Half

16.

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.

17.

Turns

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

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

Both options are correct.

If there are no vehicles approaching you within 200 feet.

18.

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.

19.

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.

20.

Special Driving Situations

What is most commonly used to check the tread on your tires?

A penny.

A quarter.

A dime.

21.

Lane Control

What do two solid yellow lines on a roadway indicate?

No passing.

The center of a road for two-way traffic.

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

22.

Special Driving Situations

When towing, you MUST NOT: (Select all that apply)

Properly distribute the weight in your caravan or trailer.

Overload your vehicle or trailer.

Tow more than your licence permits.

Secure your load.

23.

Handling Emergencies

What is the number available for the Freeway Service Patrol?

9-1-1.

5-1-1.

8-1-1.

24.

Sharing the Road

When you enter a construction zone, what should you do?

Reduce your speed.

Be prepared to stop.

Both options are correct.

25.

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.

26.

Sharing the Road

You are about to overtake a motorcyclist in windy weather. What should you do as you overtake?

Use your horn.

Keep as close as possible to them.

Allow plenty of space.

Overtake as quickly as possible.

27.

Laws and Rules of the Road

What is the correct definition for California's Basic Speed Law?

The Basic Speed Law means that you may drive at whatever speed you feel comfortable with.

The Basic Speed Law means that you may never drive faster than is safe for current conditions.

The Basic Speed Law does not exist in the state of California.

28.

Vehicle Positioning

You are needing to turn left, and you engage your turn signal. In front of you, another vehicle has their right turn signal engaged. What should you do?

Go ahead and turn left since they have their right turn signal engaged.

Neither option is correct.

Wait until the driver has begun their right turn.

29.

Sharing the Road

Which of these light signals implies the motorcycle is slowing down and maybe about to stop?

30.

Parking

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

In off-street parking areas.

On-street areas marked out by double yellow lines.

On-street parking bays marked out by white lines.

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

31.

Sharing the Road

At what speed do slow moving vehicles typically travel?

55 mph.

65 mph.

25 mph or less.

32.

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

What should you do if you purchase a vehicle from another state?

Ensure that it drives properly.

Ensure that it meets California's smog laws.

Neither option is correct.

33.

Handling Emergencies

You are traveling along a wet road in a vehicle without anti-lock brakes. You apply the brakes and your vehicle begins to skid. What should you do?

Release the brakes.

Let go of the steering.

Increase speed.

Brake hard immediately.

34.

Sharing the Road

The rider of the motorcycle in front of you is holding their arm out straight to the left as shown in the picture. What do you expect the vehicle to do next?

The vehicle is reversing.

The vehicle shall move to the right or turn right.

The vehicle is braking.

The vehicle shall move to the left or turn left.

35.

Safe Driving Practices

You should use dipped headlights: (Select all that apply)

When another vehicle is overtaking you.

During dull daytime weather.

At night in built-up areas.

To dazzle other road users.

36.

Occupant Protection

Why is it unlawful to leave a child or animal in an unattended car?

Neither option is correct.

The car can rise to high temperatures quickly.

It is not unlawful to leave a child or animal unattended in a vehicle.

37.

Sharing the Road

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

Use your horn.

Wait until it is safe to overtake.

Keep your distance from the horses.

Overtake slowly.

38.

Occupant Protection

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

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

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

Not at all, as it is unlawful and dangerous.

39.

Handling Emergencies

You are traveling along a wet road. How can you tell if your tires are no longer gripping the road?

The engine becomes louder.

Your speed increases unexpectedly.

The steering becomes light and unresponsive.

Your speed decreases unexpectedly.

40.

Sharing the Road

You are traveling with a motorcycle riding in front of you. Why might they suddenly swerve or move across the traffic lane?

Motorcycle riders like to show off.

To avoid an uneven road surface or an icy patch.

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

To get a better view of the road ahead.

41.

Laws and Rules of the Road

School crosswalks are normally marked with what color lines?

Yellow lines.

Black lines.

Red lines.

42.

Parking

In the event that you have to stop on a freeway, how should you park?

Both options are correct.

Park in the middle of the lane with your warning lights engaged.

Park completely off of the pavement.

43.

Safe Driving Practices

Why is it dangerous to use your fog lights when traveling in clear weather?

Other drivers may mistake them for your brake lights.

Other drivers may think there is fog ahead.

Your fog lights may dazzle other drivers.

They will reduce your concentration.

44.

Safe Driving Practices

Which steering method is recommended when turning at low speeds?

Hand-over-hand steering.

One hand steering

Hand-to-Hand steering

45.

Special Driving Situations

You are traveling in heavy traffic in wet weather. Rain and spray from the road are limiting visibility. You should: (Select all that apply)

Use your flashing hazard lights.

Use your horn so other road users are aware of you.

Use dipped headlights.

Use your fog lights if visibility is below 100m.

46.

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.

Both options are correct.

Yield to traffic and any pedestrians.

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