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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[ Additional Driving Laws / Rules ]

What must vehicles in a funeral procession have?

Nothing is required to mark them.

A large orange and red sticker that marks them as such.

A sticker that indicates that they are a part of a funeral procession.

[ Lane Control ]

What should motorized bicycle drivers do when using a bike lane?

Neither options are correct.

No special precautions are required since they are technically driving a bicycle.

They should use caution to avoid bicyclists.

[ Parking ]

What does a blue parking colored curb indicate?

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

This parking is only permitted for those with a disabled placard or license plate.

No stopping, standing, or parking is permitted.

[ Handling Emergencies ]

What should you do if you see a vehicle's hazard lights ahead?

Reduce your speed so you can see what happened.

Reduce your speed and proceed with caution.

Neither option is correct.

[ Handling Emergencies ]

You are traveling along a wet road. Your steering begins to feel light and unresponsive. You should:

Release the accelerator to gradually slow down.

Brake hard immediately.

Turn the steering as far as you can to the right.

Increase speed.

Hint

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

Unregistered and untaxed vehicles can only be used:

On quiet roads with little traffic.

When the vehicle is off-road on private land and NEVER uses a public road.

When the driver or rider has an appropriate license.

Between 10pm and 6am.

Hint

[ Driver Readiness ]

What should you not do before driving?

Neither option is correct.

Mix alcohol with your medications.

Ensure that you have enough rest to drive.

[ Alcohol and Drugs ]

What is an IID?

An ignition interlock device.

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

A form of license plate that is optional for your vehicle.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

What is the speed limit in any alley in the state of California?

25 mph

15 mph

55 mph

10.

[ Sharing the Road ]

You are about to overtake a person riding a mobility scooter in windy weather. What should you do as you overtake?

Allow plenty of space.

Use a higher gear whilst overtaking.

Keep as close as possible to them.

Use your horn.

Hint

11.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

What is this diagram representing?

The driver is indicating that they are turning left.

The driver is indicating that they are slowing down or stopping.

The driver is indicating that they are turning right.

12.

[ Parking ]

Which of the following is an example of illegal parking

At a red curb.

Parking next to a school.

When a peace officer requires you to park off of the freeway.

13.

[ Visual Search ]

What should you do when backing up?

Back up slowly to avoid collisions.

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

Neither option is correct.

14.

[ Sharing the Road ]

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

CVC 22511.

CVC 42010

CVC 480.

15.

[ Vehicle Positioning ]

When you are on a city street, how much space should you leave to merge, cross, enter/exit traffic?

3 seconds.

A full city block.

Half of a city block.

16.

[ Visual Search ]

In this image, what do the shaded areas visualize?

How far other vehicles should travel from your vehicle.

The correct way to travel down a highway.

The blind spots of your vehicle.

17.

[ Special Driving Situations ]

If you drive through deep water your brakes might become less effective. What should you do?

Do not use your brakes for at least 10 minutes.

Speed up to dry your brakes faster.

Gently apply light pressure to the brakes while driving slowly to dry them out.

Speed up then brake harshly to quickly dry them.

Hint

18.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

In which situation should you signal your turn?

Neither option is correct.

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

When you are stopping your vehicle.

19.

[ Occupant Protection ]

Which of the following is considered a driver's distraction?

Not using handheld devices while driving.

Reaching for an object inside of the vehicle.

Looking at Google Maps or another GPS application.

20.

[ Special Driving Situations ]

If there is not a speed limit posted before a curve, which should you do?

Judge how sharp the curve is and adjust your speed.

Judge how sharp the curve is and make no speed adjustment.

Judge how sharp the curve is and increase your speed.

21.

[ Sharing the Road ]

If you are needing to make a turn, and you must enter a bike lane to do so, how much distance can you drive into the bike lane?

200 feet.

1 mile.

500 feet.

22.

[ Sharing the Road ]

What does this diagram visualize?

The distance that other vehicles should drive from a large truck.

A large truck's blind stop.

A representation of how large a large truck is compared to regular vehicles.

23.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What is this type of sign meant for?

This sign provides you a number to make a complaint about another driver.

Nothing. This sign is meant for highway officials only.

This sign indicates what you should do in the event that your vehicle stalls on railroad tracks.

24.

[ Sharing the Road ]

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

Hint

25.

[ Sharing the Road ]

Which of these should you avoid when driving around large trucks?

Both of these options are correct.

Lingering alongside a truck when they are passing.

Following too closely or tailgating.

26.

[ Lane Control ]

What is the correct definition of a bicycle lane?

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

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

Neither option is correct

27.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What is the correct interpretation of this sign?

This sign indicates that you must make a full stop.

This sign indicates that you are not allowed to do a certain action.

This sign indicates that you must yield.

28.

[ Traffic Controls ]

Where is this sign normally displayed?

Freeways.

4 way intersections.

High ways.

29.

[ Sharing the Road ]

Why should you not move in front of a large truck and suddenly stop or slow down?

You can move in front of a large truck and stop or slow down suddenly, as they can stop quicker than a regular vehicle.

Neither option is correct

Because they are a much larger vehicle, it takes longer for them to stop.

30.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What is this sign indicating?

No U-turns allowed.

No left turn.

No right turn.

31.

[ Alcohol and Drugs ]

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

0.0001

0.0008

0.0005

32.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What is the correct course of action when you see a solid yellow traffic signal?

Stop under all circumstances and wait for the red light.

Stop and look for pedestrians, then proceed with caution.

Stop if it is safe to do so, otherwise slow down and proceed through the intersection with caution.

33.

[ 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.

34.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

When traveling behind another vehicle in fast moving traffic, what is a good rule-of-thumb for measuring a safe distance to the vehicle in front?

Leave at least a 2 second gap between you and the vehicle in front.

Always make sure you can read the license plate of the vehicle in front.

You can fit at least 2 other cars in the gap between you.

Always make sure you cannot read the license plate of the vehicle in front.

Hint

35.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

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

Hands positioned at 8 and 4 o'clock.

Hands positioned 9 and 3 o'clock.

Both options are correct.

36.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What is this sign indicating?

End divided highway.

Lane ending.

Directional arrow.

37.

[ 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.

38.

[ 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.

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

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

39.

[ Turns ]

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

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

When you cannot see clearly 200 feet in each direction.

In front of a fire station.

40.

[ Handling Emergencies ]

What can you do to prevent skidding?

Make no adjustments to your driving.

Avoid fast turns.

Increase your speed to create more traction.

41.

[ 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.

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

To avoid an obstacle, such as a drain cover.

To get a better view of the road ahead.

Hint

42.

[ Lane Control ]

Apart from looking in your mirrors, what should you do before changing lanes?

Change lanes without a signal, as long as you do it slowly to let other drivers know.

Neither option is correct.

Signal which direction you will be moving to.

43.

[ Sharing the Road ]

The rear of the car in front of you has a white light. What do you expect the vehicle to do next?

The vehicle shall move to the right or turn right.

The vehicle is reversing.

The vehicle is braking.

The vehicle shall move to the left or turn left.

Hint

44.

[ 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 Two

Lane Three

Lane One

45.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

In normal circumstances, what is the safest way to use the brakes?

Slow down by reducing gear and using engine braking. Only brake as late as possible.

Brake early and gently.

Slow down quickly as early as possible and then travel very slowly up to the stopping point.

Sharply and as late as possible.

Hint

46.

[ Special Driving Situations ]

Which of the following is true regarding driving at high rates of speeds?

The faster your speed, the less control you have of your vehicle.

The faster your speed, the more control you have of your vehicle.

The faster you drive, the better your gas mileage will be.

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