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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Visual Search

In this image, what does the blue area visualize?

What is at your side.

Blind spots.

What is ahead.

Sharing the Road

The rider of the motorcycle in front of you is moving their hand up and down as shown in the picture. 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.

Lane Control

What should you do before passing another vehicle?

Look ahead for road conditions and traffic that may cause other vehicles to merge as well.

There are no suggestions when passing another vehicle, only to do it with caution.

Pass the other vehicle at a high rate of speed to beat any traffic.

Sharing the Road

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

Roadways where the speed limit is greater than 35 mph.

Roadways where the speed limit is greater than 40 mph.

Roadways where the speed limit is greater than 55 mph.

Handling Emergencies

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

Keep your eyes on the road.

Apply the breaks.

Look for an alternate route away from traffic.

Safe Driving Practices

When MUST your vehicle's headlights be switched on?

Any time other vehicles are on the road.

Whenever visibility is reduced.

At all times.

At night.

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.

Sharing the Road

The motorcycle in front of you has a bright red 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 shall move to the right or turn right.

The vehicle is reversing.

Turns

Which of the following is true regarding a public transit bus lane?

You may cross this lane in the event that you are making a turn.

You may drive in this lane for a maximum of one mile or ten minutes, whichever is greater.

Neither option is correct.

10.

Safe Driving Practices

You are driving down the road and you witness a collision. Regarding using electronic devices, what may you do?

Neither option is correct.

Call for help, since this is an emergency.

Take a picture of the accident and continue driving.

11.

Traffic Controls

What is this sign indicating?

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

This sign indicates that a trolley is near by.

This sign indicates that a rest area is near by.

12.

Special Driving Situations

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

Secure your load.

Overload your vehicle or trailer.

Properly distribute the weight in your caravan or trailer.

Tow more than your licence permits.

13.

Laws and Rules of the Road

If two vehicles meet on a steep road where neither car can pass, who has the right-of-way?

Neither vehicle has the right-of-way. Both vehicles are responsible for determining who may go.

The vehicle going uphill.

The vehicle going downhill.

14.

Alcohol and Drugs

If you have an excessive BAC level, how long may you serve in jail for?

2 years.

1 month.

6 months.

15.

Sharing the Road

Which of these other road users might not take a normal route through a roundabout? (Select all that apply)

Long vehicles.

Cars

Horse riders.

Cyclists

16.

Lane Control

What do broken yellow lines indicate on a roadway?

The center of a road for two-way traffic.

Indicates that you may not pass in this area.

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

17.

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?

Cyclists like to show off.

To get a better view of the road ahead.

To avoid an obstacle, such as a drain cover.

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

18.

Sharing the Road

Which of these are hazards you should be aware of on residential streets? (Select all that apply)

Vehicles moving off.

Children running out from behind parked cars.

Car doors opening.

Pedestrians.

19.

Laws and Rules of the Road

What is required to do when approaching a crosswalk?

Be prepared to stop to ensure the safety of the pedestrian.

Reduce your speed and exercise caution.

Both options are correct.

20.

Traffic Controls

What is this sign indicating?

Added lane.

Merging traffic

Lane ending.

21.

Parking

What California penal code allows a vehicle to be removed after 4 hours?

CVC 597.7.

CVC 22651.

CVC 480.

22.

Driver Readiness

If you are dazzled by bright sunlight, you should:

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

Slow down, and if necessary stop.

Close your eyes until the dazzling goes away.

Turn your head and face away from the road.

23.

Sharing the Road

Which of the following is true regarding blind pedestrians?

They must be given the right-of-way at all times.

Neither option is correct.

No special precautions are required.

24.

Traffic Controls

What is the correct interpretation of this sign?

This sign means that you are approaching a railroad crossing.

This sign means that you are entering an Emergency Only road.

This sign means that you are entering a roundabout.

25.

Lane Control

What do solid white lines indicate on a roadway?

They separate traffic lanes on roads with two or more lanes.

They mark traffic lanes going in the same direction.

They indicate a lane barrier between regular use and a preferential use lane.

26.

Alcohol and Drugs

What is the purpose of an IID?

A device designed purely to make driving more difficult.

To prevent you from starting your vehicle if there is alcohol on your breath.

A type of headlight that allows you to see better at night.

27.

Laws and Rules of the Road

On a school bus, what does the yellow flashing lights mean?

The mean nothing as they are built as a part of the school bus to fulfil a government mandate.

They warn you to slow down and prepare to stop.

They are there to indicate that they are a school bus.

28.

Traffic Controls

What is this sign indicating?

Two way traffic.

Traffic signal ahead.

Merging traffic

29.

Sharing the Road

What California penal code allows Safety Enhanced-Double Fine Zones.

CVC 22511.

CVC 42010

CVC 480.

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.

Safe Driving Practices

In which situation should you signal your turn?

Neither option is correct.

When you are stopping your vehicle.

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

32.

Special Driving Situations

If you are not able to see any farther than 100 feet in front of you, what should you reduce your speed to?

30 mph or below.

45 mph.

50 mph.

33.

Special Driving Situations

If your vehicle is stationary and is likely to remain so for more than a couple of minutes, you should apply the parking brake and switch off the engine in order to: (Select all that apply)

Reduce fuel consumption.

Reduce emissions.

Reduce noise pollution.

Get out of the vehicle to have a stretch.

34.

Turns

On a divided highway, when can you make a legal U-turn?

Only if an opening is provided in the center divider.

An opening that is typically used for first responder use.

Neither option is correct.

35.

Handling Emergencies

What can you do to prevent skidding?

Increase your speed to create more traction.

Make no adjustments to your driving.

Avoid fast turns.

36.

Special Driving Situations

Why are vehicles fitted with rear fog lights?

In case your brake lights don't work.

For learner drivers on the freeway.

To allow other vehicles to see you in fog.

In case your vehicle breaks down.

37.

Turns

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

At any time, as long as you are not obstructing traffic.

Whenever a traffic light or signal protects you from approaching vehicles.

Neither option is correct.

38.

Alcohol and Drugs

Consuming alcohol will have the following effect: (Select all that apply)

Affect judgement of speed, distance and risk.

Improve co-ordination and reaction times.

Take time to leave your body making you unfit to drive even hours later.

Reduce driving ability, even if you're below the legal limit.

39.

Lane Control

What is the correct definition of a bicycle lane?

Neither option is correct

A section of the interstate where bicyclists are allowed to be.

A designated traffic lane for bicyclists defined by pavement markings and signage.

40.

Alcohol and Drugs

Regardless of age, if you are on probation for DUI, what is the minimum level of BAC before it becomes unlawful to drive?

0.0001

0.0008

0.0005

41.

Laws and Rules of the Road

If you choose to drive slower than normal at any other time, what lane do you not drive in?

Lane Three

Lane Two

Lane One

42.

Safe Driving Practices

Before setting off on a journey, you should ensure that: (Select all that apply)

You are wearing baggy clothes.

Your mobile phone can be easily reached in case you receive a call.

You know all the controls in your vehicle and how to use them.

Your mirrors and seat are adjusted correctly.

43.

Turns

At what distance should you signal before making a right turn?

200 feet

100 feet

500 feet

44.

Laws and Rules of the Road

While pedestrians have the right-of-way, what is also required of them?

Pedestrians are not required to abide by the rules of the road.

Pedestrians must abide by the rules of the road.

Pedestrians have their own set of rules that they must abide to since they are not in a vehicle.

45.

Turns

What should you not do when making a left turn?

Decrease your speed.

Cut the corner of the lane belonging to the vehicles coming towards you.

Look over your left shoulder.

46.

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)

Increased use of the footbrake can reduce its effectiveness.

Vehicle is safer to drive.

It may become more difficult to select the appropriate gear when needed.

Vehicle handling and response is improved.

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