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.
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Sharing the Road

Which of these light signals implies the car is reversing or will reverse?

Parking

What California penal code allows local authorities to designate public spaces as an exclusive area for charging vehicles?

CVC 22511.

CVC 480.

CVC 22651.

Traffic Controls

What does a red arrow light mean?

You are allowed to make a right turn like normal.

It is similar to a red stop light, however, you cannot make a right turn at any time.

Right turns are not allowed at any time, even when the light is green.

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.

Special Driving Situations

Whilst driving when it is snowing, you should:

Drive as quickly as possible.

Slow down and allow plenty of time to brake gently.

Pull over into a service area and wait for the weather to improve.

Never use your fog lights.

Driver Readiness

What should you do to minimise the risk of tiredness? (Select all that apply)

Plan your journey to take sufficient breaks.

Eat a heavy meal before the journey.

Do not begin a journey if you are already tired.

Rest on the hard shoulder of the freeway.

Turns

What is a U-Turn?

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.

Passing a vehicle at a high rate of speed.

Handling Emergencies

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

Shift to neutral.

Stop and turn off of the ignition.

Apply the breaks.

Handling Emergencies

You are traveling in snowy weather. 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.

10.

Handling Emergencies

What should you do in the event that your vehicle stalls or becomes disabled on railroad tracks?

Exit your vehicle immediately and dial 9-1-1 when you are from the railroad tracks.

Stay in your vehicle and call for help.

Attempt to push your car off of the railroad tracks before the train arrives.

11.

Lane Control

What lane is considered the left most lane?

Number 3

Number 2

Number 1

12.

Sharing the Road

You are traveling slowly behind a cyclist in front of you. Why might they suddenly swerve or move across the traffic lane?

To avoid an uneven road surface or an icy patch.

Cyclists like to show off.

To get a better view of the road ahead.

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

13.

Parking

Which of the following is an example of illegal parking

Parking where a "no parking" sign is posted.

Parking adjacent to the curb.

Both options are correct.

14.

Safe Driving Practices

What can cause a vehicle to skid? (Select all that apply)

Accelerating quickly.

Braking quickly.

Steering harshly.

Driving slowly and carefully.

15.

Laws and Rules of the Road

When approaching a pedestrian where do you stop in the event that you have to?

You are not required to stop as you have the right-of-way since you are driving a vehicle.

Before the painted lines that mark the crosswalk.

After the painted lines that mark the crosswalk.

16.

Special Driving Situations

What can possibly happen if you drive faster or slower than the rest of traffic?

Nothing will happen as long as you are below or at the speed limit.

You increase the chances of angry drivers.

You increase the chances of a collision.

17.

Occupant Protection

At what age is it considered lawful to allow a child in a car without someone 12 years or older present?

7 years old.

6 years old.

10 years old.

18.

Safe Driving Practices

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

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

Because you are angry or upset.

On the freeway when changing lanes.

19.

Alcohol and Drugs

If an officer suspects you of being under the influence of drugs and/or alcohol, which of the following is true?

They can arrest you based off of theory.

They can legally require you to take a blood or urine test.

They cannot legally require you to take a test to prove if you are under the influence or not.

20.

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

21.

Laws and Rules of the Road

When making a right turn, what should you be considering?

Ensure that you signal oncoming motorists they can cross.

Ensure that you keep a minimum of ten feet from the stop line.

Check for pedestrians, and for bicyclists.

22.

Traffic Controls

What is this sign indicating?

Divided highway.

Crossroad.

End divided highway

23.

Turns

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

If there are no vehicles approaching you within 200 feet.

Both options are correct.

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

24.

Driver Readiness

If you are dazzled by bright sunlight, you should:

Close your eyes until the dazzling goes away.

Slow down, and if necessary stop.

Turn your head and face away from the road.

Speed up to get through the dazzle as quickly as possible.

25.

Special Driving Situations

Braking harshly on a wet or icy road may cause:

The vehicle to skid and lose control.

Improved wheel grip.

Better steering control.

The vehicle to slow down normally.

26.

Special Driving Situations

When driving on snow, why should you stay in a higher gear?

To drive faster.

To reduce likelihood of wheel spin.

To consume less fuel.

To allow for easier braking.

27.

Safe Driving Practices

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

100 feet.

500 feet.

50 feet.

28.

Safe Driving Practices

Why is it important to only honk your horn when necessary?

It may make the driver angry if they made a mistake.,

Both options are correct.

Honking your horn may startle other drivers.

29.

Traffic Controls

What other information may be included on this sign?

This sign may appear in different colors to indicate the severity of the action.

No other information is ever included with this sign.

This sign may be show with or without words.

30.

Special Driving Situations

You are about to enter a bank of fog. What should you do? (Select all that apply)

Check your mirrors and slow down.

Speed up to travel through it as quickly as possible.

Use your fog lights if necessary.

Use your hazard lights to warn other drivers.

31.

Traffic Controls

Which of the following is NOT true regarding a flashing yellow traffic signal?

Proceed with caution.

Yield to any pedestrians, bicycles, or other vehicle in the intersection.

You may proceed like normal, as a flashing yellow traffic signal is a suggestion only.

32.

Vehicle Positioning

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

Neither option is correct.

A driver on the freeway travelling at 55 mph.

Drivers who pass you when there is a curve ahead of you.

33.

Safe Driving Practices

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

Both options are correct.

Hands positioned 9 and 3 o'clock.

Hands positioned at 8 and 4 o'clock.

34.

Alcohol and Drugs

If an officer suspects you of being under the influence of drugs and/or alcohol, and you refuse to submit to a test, what can happen?

The driver would face no penalty as the law does not legally require you to submit these tests.

The driver will face additional points on their license if they refuse to submit to these tests.

The driver would be subject to longer driver's license suspensions.

35.

Sharing the Road

You are about to overtake a cyclist in windy weather. Why should you leave extra room as you overtake?

To reduce fuel consumption.

To avoid dazzling them with your lights.

To stop the wind blowing your exhaust fumes towards them.

In case a gust of wind pushes them across the lane.

36.

Handling Emergencies

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

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

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

Leave the accident.

37.

Parking

What does a white parking colored curb indicate?

Stop only long enough to pick up/drop off passengers or mail.

Park for a limited time as indicated by the sign.

No stopping is allowed at this curb.

38.

Sharing the Road

What does this hazardous load placard mean?

Flammable

Explosives

Corrosive

39.

Sharing the Road

When you are in a construction zone, what should you not do?

Obey special signs.

Stop and watch the road work.

Obey instructions from the flaggers present.

40.

Driver Readiness

What can fatigue or drowsiness affect?

The speed of your vehicle.

Neither option is correct.

Your vision.

41.

Special Driving Situations

What should you not do when being pulled over by law enforcement?

Refusal to roll down your window, or have your hands in open view.

Both options are correct.

Begin moving around in your vehicle suddenly.

42.

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.

43.

Sharing the Road

Some of the most vulnerable road users are: (Select all that apply)

Pedestrians.

Truck drivers.

Motorcycle riders.

Car drivers.

44.

Driver Readiness

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

Both options are correct.

Alzheimer's disease.

Lapses of consciousness.

45.

Sharing the Road

You are traveling slowly behind a cyclist in front of you. Why should you give the cyclist plenty of space when overtaking?

So that you can travel faster.

So that they are more likely to see you.

The cyclist might swerve to avoid an uneven road surface.

To get a better view of the road ahead.

46.

Turns

What should you not do when making a right turn?

Both options are correct.

Increase your speed to make the turn quickly.

Turning wide into another lane.

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