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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Vehicle Positioning

What is an example of a distracted person?

Both options are correct.

Construction workers.

Delivery persons.

Alcohol and Drugs

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

Decrease the risk of collisions.

Make you a better driver.

Reduce co-ordination and slow down reactions.

Give a false sense of confidence.

Visual Search

What should you do when backing up?

Neither option is correct.

Back up slowly to avoid collisions.

Back up quickly to get out of the way of oncoming traffic.

Lane Control

Which of the following is true when passing vehicles at crossroads and railroad crossings?

It is not dangerous to pass other vehicles at these points.

It is not dangerous to pass vehicles at these points as long as you use caution.

It is dangerous to pass vehicles at these points.

Safe Driving Practices

Which steering method is recommended when backing up?

One hand steering.

Hand-to-Hand steering

Hand-over-hand steering.

Turns

What should you do when you are making a right turn?

Look over your right shoulder.

Reduce your speed.

Both options are correct.

Turns

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

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

At any point in the roadway, as long as you are not obstructing traffic.

Neither option is correct.

Sharing the Road

Which of these light signals implies the motorcycle will turn left or move to the left?

Occupant Protection

Which of the following is a type of manual distraction?

Taking your hands off of the steering wheel while your vehicle is in motion.

Listening to the radio at high volumes.

Speaking with your passenger(s).

10.

Lane Control

What is the correct interpretation of this sign?

The vehicle must have a minimum of two people to use the HOV lane.

Both options are correct.

The left lane is the designated HOV lane.

11.

Sharing the Road

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

CVC 42010

CVC 22511.

CVC 480.

12.

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

If you are caught dumping or abandoning animals on a highway, how much can you be fined?

1 year in jail.

Up to $2,000.

Up to $1,000

13.

Additional Driving Laws/Rules

If your vehicle's engine is running, you MUST NOT:

Switch it off if you're waiting to pick someone up.

Clean any ice of the windows.

Leave your vehicle unattended.

Rev the engine to warm it up.

14.

Sharing the Road

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

15.

Sharing the Road

Which of the following is true regarding blind pedestrians?

Neither option is correct.

No special precautions are required.

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

16.

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

At minimum, if an individual is convicted of manslaughter resulting from evading police pursuit, how long can they serve in prison?

2 to 3 years.

4 to 10 years.

1 to 2 years.

17.

Laws and Rules of the Road

Which of the following is true when driving in a roundabout?

You may pass vehicles using any additional lanes.

Do not stop or pass vehicles.

You may enter using a high rate of speed.

18.

Alcohol and Drugs

If you are going to consume alcohol before a journey, you should:

Arrange another means of transport.

Drive faster to reduce risk of collisions.

Only drink wine and not spirits.

Drive with your hazard lights flashing to warn other vehicles.

19.

Occupant Protection

What brochure can you refer to in the event you are needing clarification regarding Driver Distractions?

California Penal Code 597.7

The FFDL 28 Fast Facts Brochure

The United States Constitution

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.

Occupant Protection

Why must a rear-facing baby seat not be placed in the front seat of a car with an active frontal airbag?

All airbags will become disabled.

It will increase the risk of collisions.

An active passenger airbag can cause injury or death to the child.

The driver airbag will not deploy in an accident.

22.

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

What is the NOTS?

Neither option is correct.

A type of public transit.

The Negligent Operator Treatment System.

23.

Traffic Controls

Which of the following is true regarding a green arrow traffic signal?

You must turn in the direction the arrow is pointing.

You must turn in any direction as it is a green arrow.

24.

Sharing the Road

How far away should a bicyclist's rear red reflector be seen at night?

500 feet.

200 feet.

100 feet.

25.

Traffic Controls

What is this sign indicating?

No right turn.

No left turn.

No U-turns allowed.

26.

Safe Driving Practices

How much time should you allow before turning on a freeway?

5 seconds.

30 seconds.

10 seconds.

27.

Special Driving Situations

When should you switch off your fog lights?

Visibility is greater than 2000 feet.

When visibility is greater than 200 feet.

When visibility is greater than 500 feet.

When visibility is greater than 1000 feet.

28.

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

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

Place you on a probation for 1 year.

Suspend your license for 6 months.

Both options are correct.

29.

Laws and Rules of the Road

In addition to respecting right-of-way rules to vehicles, who does it also apply to?

Pedestrians in crosswalks.

Bicyclists and motorcyclists.

All of the options are correct.

30.

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

If you willfully flee a peace officer attempting to pull you over, what is the consequence?

Neither option is correct.

It is a misdemeanor punishable by imprisonment for no more than 1 year.

Nothing will happen as they had no reason to stop you.

31.

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.

32.

Safe Driving Practices

If you are under the age of 18, which of the of the following is correct regarding the use of electronic devices while driving?

Any driver, regardless of age, may use an electronic device while driving as long as they look up every two seconds.

Neither option is correct.

It is unlawful for anyone under the age of 18 to use an electronic device while driving, unless it is in the case of an emergency.

33.

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

What is the fee you may be required to pay to the Department of Motor Vehicles in the event that you driver's license is suspended?

200

34.

Sharing the Road

Whilst traveling at night, another vehicle is overtaking you. You should:

Speed up to prevent the overtaking.

Switch on your hazard warning lights.

Flash your lights at the other driver.

Dip your headlights to avoid dazzling other road users.

35.

Parking

Which of the following is an example of disabled placard abuse?

Using a placard issued to you by the Department of Motor Vehicles.

Both options are correct.

Loaning your placard to friends or family.

36.

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 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.

37.

Special Driving Situations

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

Properly distribute the weight in your caravan or trailer.

Secure your load.

Overload your vehicle or trailer.

Tow more than your licence permits.

38.

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

In the event that you are convicted of a hit-and-run accident that resulted in injury, what may the Department of Motor Vehicles do?

Do nothing as the Department of Motor Vehicles has no authority over accidents.

Penalize you with additional points depending on the severity of the injury.

Revoke your driver's license.

39.

Visual Search

Which one of the following is correct when giving enough space to another vehicle?

Always increase your speed when driving along side other vehicles.

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

Always increase your speed to overtake a vehicle attempting to enter a freeway.

40.

Sharing the Road

At what speed do slow moving vehicles typically travel?

55 mph.

65 mph.

25 mph or less.

41.

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

If you sell or transfer a vehicle in the state of California, how long do you have to report it to the Department of Motor Vehicles.

90 days.

30 days.

5 days.

42.

Traffic Controls

What is the correct interpretation of this sign?

Both A and B.

This sign means that you should stop and wait for the signal before crossing the railroad tracks.

This sign means that you are approaching a railroad crossing.

43.

Laws and Rules of the Road

What is the speed limit when you are in a business district?

35 mph, unless otherwise posted.

25 mph, unless otherwise posted.

55 mph, unless otherwise posted.

44.

Handling Emergencies

What should you do in the event that you begin to skid while driving on ice?

Increase your speed to create more traction.

Slam on your brakes.

Ease off of the accelerator.

45.

Lane Control

When driving on a freeway with multiple lanes, what should you not do?

Follow the posted speed.

Weave in and out of traffic.

Stay in the same lane as much as possible.

46.

Visual Search

In this image, what does the blue area visualize?

What is at your side.

Blind spots.

What is ahead.

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