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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[ Sharing the Road ]

You are about to overtake a horse and rider. What should you NOT do? (Select all that apply)

Overtake slowly giving them plenty of space.

Rev your engine loudly.

Use your horn.

Travel closely behind the horses.

Hint

[ Special Driving Situations ]

A typical stopping distance of a vehicle in ICY or SNOWY weather is approximately __________ the normal distance of a vehicle in dry weather.

Triple

Ten times (10x)

Five times (5x)

The same as

Hint

[ Sharing the Road ]

Which of these light signals implies the car is slowing down and maybe stop?

Hint

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

What is the correct course of action when it comes to traffic signs that are indicating pedestrians?

Ignore them, as they are meant for pedestrians and not drivers.

Acknowledge them at your discretion, as they are not required by law.

Obey them as they are there to ensure the safety of pedestrians.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

What should you do if you see senior citizens crossing the road ahead?

Rev your engine loudly to get them to move out of the way.

Flash your lights in case they are hard of hearing.

Use your horn to alert them to your presence.

Slow down and prepare to stop. Be patient and allow them to finish crossing.

Hint

[ Driver Readiness ]

Which of the following is correct regarding emotions and driving?

Neither option is correct.

Emotions can affect the way that you drive.

Your emotions have no relation to how well you drive.

[ Turns ]

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

Where a "no U-turn" sign is posted.

When there is an opening available in the center divider.

At or on a rail road crossing.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

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

55 mph, unless otherwise posted.

25 mph, unless otherwise posted.

35 mph, unless otherwise posted.

[ Alcohol and Drugs ]

Which of the following is true regarding impaired judgement?

Impaired judgement improves how well you response to sounds and what you see.

Impaired judgement affects how you react to sounds and what you see.

Impaired judgement does not affect how you react to sounds and what you see.

10.

[ Special Driving Situations ]

You are on snow and about to begin moving. As you set off, you should:

Quickly turn the steering to loosen the snow.

Leave your handbrake on.

Use the highest gear you can.

Always use 1st gear.

Hint

11.

[ Additional Driving Laws / Rules ]

What California penal code prohibits driving with an unsecured load that is a potential safety hazard?

CVC 21152

CVC 24002

CVC 480.

12.

[ Alcohol and Drugs ]

If you are under the age of 21, and your BAC is 0.05%, what may you be required to submit to?

Another PAS to confirm the BAC.

Either a breath or blood test.

Neither option is correct.

13.

[ Lane Control ]

When passing a vehicle, what is not allowed?

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

Check traffic behind and beside you.

Drive off the paved road to pass another vehicle in the event that you cannot do it on the paved road.

14.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What does a solid green traffic signal mean?

It means Go

It means Stop

It means proceed with caution

15.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

You have turned into a sideroad and realise you have made a mistake. You should:

Drive forward and find a safe place to turn around.

Use your horn and reverse around the corner to the main road.

Reverse into the main road when the traffic is clear.

Stop and reverse quickly into the main road.

Hint

16.

[ Special Driving Situations ]

Your car has been covered in snow. Which of these parts of the car should be cleared of ice and snow before beginning a journey: (Select all that apply)

The hood.

The doors.

The license plates.

The windows.

Hint

17.

[ Occupant Protection ]

Which of the following is true when a child is seated next to a side air bag?

The child may be at serious risk of injury or fatal injury.

There is no risk associated with seating a child next to a side airbag.

You are encouraged to seat your child next to a side air bag.

18.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

Unless otherwise posted, what is the speed limit when driving near a school?

55 mph

45 mph

25 mph

19.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

Unregistered and untaxed vehicles can only be used:

When the driver or rider has an appropriate license.

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

Between 10pm and 6am.

On quiet roads with little traffic.

Hint

20.

[ Sharing the Road ]

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

CVC 480.

CVC 22511.

CVC 42010

21.

[ 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.

22.

[ Turns ]

Which of the following is correct when making a left turn?

Increase your speed and quickly make the turn.

Decrease your speed and make the turn as quickly as possible.

Look over your left shoulder and reduce your speed.

23.

[ Special Driving Situations ]

If your vehicle is stationary and is likely to remain so for more than a couple of minutes, you should reduce emissions and noise pollution by:

Switching off your engine.

Switching off any radios you have.

Checking your tires.

Revving your engine to keep it warm.

Hint

24.

[ Special Driving Situations ]

While driving at night, where should you look when a car with bright headlights is coming from the other direction?

Look at the left side of your lane.

Look at the other driver.

Look to the right edge of your lane.

25.

[ Alcohol and Drugs ]

You are driving down the road after having left the liquor store. The items you bought are in the front passenger seat. Is this legal?

Yes, this is legal as long as the alcohol is sealed and, full, and unopened.

No, this is not legal as you cannot have unsealed alcohol containers within arm's reach.

No, this is not legal. You cannot have any form of alcohol in the vehicle.

26.

[ Additional Driving Laws / Rules ]

Which of the following is true regarding funeral processions?

Funeral processions have the right-of-way.

Funeral processions never have the right-of-way.

Neither option is correct.

27.

[ Sharing the Road ]

What is this diagram representing?

A slow moving vehicle.

An emergency vehicle.

A light-rail vehicle.

28.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What is this sign indicating?

Curve.

Two way traffic.

Sharp turn.

29.

[ Alcohol and Drugs ]

Which of the following is true regarding alcohol and/or drugs and driving?

Alcohol and drugs have no affect on your driving abilities.

Alcohol and/or drugs impair your judgement and driving abilities.

It is encouraged to take drugs or drink alcohol prior to driving.

30.

[ Lane Control ]

What is the other common name for yield lines?

Shark's teeth.

Stopping points.

Passing lanes.

31.

[ Visual Search ]

You are traveling along a road and you see a car reversing out from a driveway on the left. You should:

Keep going as you have priority.

Move to the right and overtake.

Speed up to get by the reversing vehicle.

Use your horn, slow down and be prepared to stop.

Hint

32.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

What should you do in the event that it is too bright for your signal lights to be seen easily?

Neither option is correct.

Use hand-and-arm positions to indicate what you are doing.

Slow down and proceed with caution.

33.

[ Special Driving Situations ]

On curves, there is ___ pull on your vehicle.

no pull.

A strong outward pull

A strong downward pull.

34.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What does this sign mean?

Tunnel ahead.

No entry to all traffic.

Stop at the junction.

No entry to only vehicular traffic.

Hint

35.

[ Additional Driving Laws / Rules ]

How many points must you have in a 12 month period to be considered a negligent operator?

2 points.

1 point

4 points.

36.

[ Sharing the Road ]

In windy weather, a high-sided vehicle in front is overtaking a cyclist. What should you do?

Overtake the cyclist as quickly as possible.

Keep well back to allow the cyclist room to manoeuvre.

Keep as close to the vehicle in front as possible.

Use your horn.

Hint

37.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What is the correct interpretation of this sign?

You must stop at the limit line before proceeding.

You must slow down and be ready to stop.

You may not enter the road that the sign is adjacent to.

38.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

You should use dipped headlights: (Select all that apply)

When another vehicle is overtaking you.

To dazzle other road users.

At night in built-up areas.

During dull daytime weather.

Hint

39.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

What is the correct course of action when you approach a pedestrian?

Both options are correct.

Stop if necessary to allow the pedestrian to pass.

Exercise caution and reduce speed.

40.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

Which of the following is correct?

No specific rules apply to a crosswalk when you are crossing it with your vehicle.

You must yield to all pedestrians entering or crossing a crosswalk.

Proceed as normal when entering a crosswalk with pedestrians entering.

41.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

When may you use your vehicle's horn? (Select all that apply)

When another road user annoys you.

On am empty road in a built up area between 11.30pm and 7am.

To alert other road users of your presence.

When another road user poses a danger.

Hint

42.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

Who is responsible whilst a vehicle is traveling under cruise control?

The owner of the vehicle.

The driver or rider of the vehicle.

The vehicle manufacturer.

The mechanical responsible for maintenance.

Hint

43.

[ Sharing the Road ]

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

Hint

44.

[ 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

45.

[ Lane Control ]

What lane number is considered the fast lane?

Number 1

Number 3

Number 2

46.

[ 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?

1 vehicle.

5 vehicles

3 vehicles.

47 out of 46

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