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 ]

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

Obey special signs.

Obey instructions from the flaggers present.

Stop and watch the road work.

[ Special Driving Situations ]

Accelerating very quickly on a wet or icy road may cause:

The vehicle to speed up normally.

Improved wheel grip.

Better steering control.

The vehicle to skid and lose control.

Hint

[ Sharing the Road ]

What does this hazardous load placard mean?

Flammable

Explosives

Radioactive

[ Driver Readiness ]

You are traveling through a residential street. What should you be particularly aware of?

Truck drivers.

Cars unexpectedly pulling out.

Children playing in the street.

Loud noises coming from houses.

Hint

[ 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 shall move to the left or turn left.

The vehicle is braking.

The vehicle is reversing.

The vehicle shall move to the right or turn right.

Hint

[ Lane Control ]

What lane number is considered the fast lane?

Number 2

Number 3

Number 1

[ Traffic Controls ]

What should you do when you are coming to a railroad crossing?

Slow down, look and listen for any oncoming trains. Be prepared to stop.

Continue forward without reducing speed.

Increase your speed to beat the train before it crosses.

[ Alcohol and Drugs ]

You are pulled over for possible Driving under the Influence, and you refuse to submit to a blood or urine test. However, you change your mind later. What is the consequence?

You will be allowed to go since you have changed your mind to submit to the required tests.

There will be no consequences, as you have changed your mind and you are wiling to submit.

Your driving privilege will may still be suspended.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What is this sign indicating?

Winding road.

Curve.

Directional arrow.

10.

[ Alcohol and Drugs ]

If you are convicted of DUI for the first time, in addition to having driving privileges suspended, what also may you be required to do?

Nothing, as the suspension of driving privileges is enough of a punishment.

Neither option is correct.

You will be required to complete a DUI program.

11.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

If you are dazzled by another vehicle's lights, you should:

Put on a pair of sunglasses.

Speed up to reduce the time you are dazzled.

Keep driving, but look away from the lights.

Reduce your speed and be prepared to stop if necessary.

Hint

12.

[ Vehicle Positioning ]

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

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

Drivers backing out of driveways or parking space.

Both options are correct.

13.

[ Special Driving Situations ]

What should you do in the event that you begin to hydroplane?

Slam down on your brakes to try and come to a complete stop.

Slow down gradually, and do not apply your brakes

Slow down suddenly by applying your brakes.

14.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What is the correct interpretation for this pedestrian signal?

Neither option is correct.

This pedestrian signal means you are allowed to cross the street.

This pedestrian signal means to not cross the street.

15.

[ Special Driving Situations ]

What is a symptom of carbon monoxide poisoning?

Dizziness.

Nausea.

Both options are correct.

16.

[ Handling Emergencies ]

You are traveling in snowy weather. Your steering begins to feel light and unresponsive. You should:

Brake hard immediately.

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

Increase speed.

Release the accelerator to gradually slow down.

Hint

17.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

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

Honking your horn may startle other drivers.

Both options are correct.

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

18.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

General crosswalks are normally marked with what color lines?

Black lines.

White lines.

Yellow lines.

19.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

If you break down, and you have emergency flares available, what distance should you place them from your vehicle?

100 feet behind your vehicle.

500 feet behind your vehicle.

200 feet behind your vehicle.

20.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

You MUST NOT use your vehicle's lights: (Select all that apply)

On full beam setting when there is oncoming traffic.

During the day time.

To flash other drivers if they annoy you.

In a way that dazzles other road users.

Hint

21.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What is the correct interpretation for this traffic signal?

This traffic signal means that you may not cross the street.

This traffic signal means that it is legal for a pedestrian to cross the street.

This traffic signal means that you may cross the street with caution.

22.

[ Sharing the Road ]

Which of the following can you do to prevent other drivers from becoming angry?

Both options are correct.

Using your horn for non-emergencies.

Do not tailgate other drivers.

23.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

When should you reverse from a side road into a main road?

When there is a safe gap in the traffic. Use your horn to warn other vehicles.

Never reverse onto a main road.

If there is no traffic on the main road.

When you have another person acting as a guide.

Hint

24.

[ Lane Control ]

If you are driving slowly on a two lane road, how many vehicles must be behind you before you are required to turn into a turnout area?

5 vehicles

1 vehicle.

3 vehicles.

25.

[ Handling Emergencies ]

What is a possible punishment if you fail to notify the Department of Motor Vehicles in the event that you are in a collision?

Your driving privilege will be suspended.

Nothing will happen, since nobody was injured.

Neither option is correct.

26.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What is this sign indicating?

Added lane.

Merging traffic.

Curve

27.

[ Sharing the Road ]

At what speed do slow moving vehicles typically travel?

65 mph.

55 mph.

25 mph or less.

28.

[ Alcohol and Drugs ]

What California penal code allows an officer to arrest you if they reasonably believe if you are under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs?

Both options are correct.

CVC 23153.

CVC 32152.

29.

[ Lane Control ]

What is a center left turn lane?

A lane that is used for left turns on any roadway.

A lane that is located in the middle of a two-way street.

There are no left turn lanes indicated on a roadway.

30.

[ Alcohol and Drugs ]

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

Affect judgement of speed, distance and risk.

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

Improve co-ordination and reaction times.

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

Hint

31.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What is this sign indicating?

School zone ahead.

Caution.

Pedestrian crossing.

32.

[ Traffic Controls ]

When you see a solid green traffic signal turn to a solid yellow traffic signal, what should you do?

Drive forward without reducing speed, observing the right-of-way rules.

Yield to oncoming traffic.

Stop if you can safely, otherwise, cross the intersection with caution.

33.

[ Parking ]

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

Neither option is correct.

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

Using a placard after it has been reporting that it has been lost or stolen.

34.

[ Special Driving Situations ]

What do all gas-powered vehicles produce?

Sodium chloride.

Carbon monoxide.

Oxygen.

35.

[ 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.

36.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What is this sign indicating?

There is a hospital ahead.

Crossroad.

Railroad tracks.

37.

[ Sharing the Road ]

What is a LSV?

A low-speed vehicle.

A neighborhood electric vehicle.

A type of public transit.

38.

[ Parking ]

When you back up to parallel park, at what degree angle should you back up at?

Approximately 45 degrees.

Approximately 75 degrees.

Approximately 20 degrees.

39.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

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

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

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

Brake early and gently.

Sharply and as late as possible.

Hint

40.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

When turning left, what is suggested to ensure your safety?

Neither option is correct.

There are no suggested safety tips when turning left.

Keep your wheels pointed straight to be prevent being thrown into oncoming traffic in the event of an accident.

41.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

What is the penalty for failing to stop for a school bus?

Neither option is correct.

A fine of up to $1,000.

A traffic citation.

42.

[ Special Driving Situations ]

This road sign has been covered in snow. What does it indicate?

Yield to traffic approaching from your right.

No entry.

Reduce speed to 30 mph.

Stop at the junction.

Hint

43.

[ Parking ]

How much distance should your vehicle be visible in the event that you have to park off of the freeway.

200 feet in each direction.

100 feet in each direction.

It does not matter as you will be parking off of the pavement.

44.

[ Alcohol and Drugs ]

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

Drive with your hazard lights flashing to warn other vehicles.

Only drink wine and not spirits.

Drive faster to reduce risk of collisions.

Arrange another means of transport.

Hint

45.

[ Special Driving Situations ]

After how many miles should you rotate your tires?

Every 1,000 - 2,000 miles.

Every 6,000 to 7,000 miles.

Every 3,000 to 5,000 miles.

46.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

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

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

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

Any lanes regardless of the circumstance, or posted speed.

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