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.

[Traffic Controls]

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

Yield to oncoming traffic.

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

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

[Parking]

How long of a parking space should you find before parallel parking?

2 feet longer than your vehicle.

1 foot longer than your vehicle.

3 feet longer than your vehicle.

[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.

[Safe Driving Practices]

When traveling at night, your vehicles headlights MUST be switched on. For this purpose, night time is defined as:

Between 8pm and 8am.

Whenever the sun is not visible in the sky.

The period between half an hour after sunset and half an hour before sunrise.

Whenever the street lights are switched on.

Hint

[Lane Control]

What should you do if you miss a turn?

Make a U-Turn where possible.

Proceed as normal until you can legally, and safely, turn around.

Slam on your breaks so you do not miss the turn.

[Alcohol and Drugs]

How long does a DUI conviction remain on your record?

90 days.

1 year.

10 years.

[Parking]

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

Approximately 75 degrees.

Approximately 20 degrees.

Approximately 45 degrees.

[Occupant Protection]

Which of the following is correct regarding lap belt and shoulder harness style seatbelts?

Wearing both will decrease the chance of a survival in a vehicle accident.

Wearing both may cause greater injury in the event of a vehicle accident.

Wearing both will increase the chance of a survival in a vehicle accident.

[Traffic Controls]

If you are approaching a stop sign, you must do which of the following?

Stop at the yellow line.

Stop at the solid white line.

Stop at the broken white line.

10.

[Sharing the Road]

Which of the following is true regarding blind pedestrians?

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

No special precautions are required.

Neither option is correct.

11.

[Laws and Rules of the Road]

What is a blind intersection?

There is no defined definition for a blind intersection.

An area where a railroad crossing intersects with a roadway.

A blind intersection is when there are no stop signs at any corner and you cannot see in either direction for 100 feet.

12.

[Vehicle Positioning]

What should you do when entering the freeway?

Enter the freeway at or near the speed of traffic.

Increase your speed so you can overtake the vehicle closest to you.,

Decrease your speed below the speed of traffic.

13.

[Traffic Controls]

Which of the following signs means to remain stopped until the green signal, or green arrow appears?

A flashing red traffic signal.

A flashing yellow traffic signal.

A red arrow traffic signal.

14.

[Vehicle Positioning]

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

Half of a city block.

3 seconds.

A full city block.

15.

[Special Driving Situations]

You are traveling along a road and you cannot see more than 100 meters (328 feet) in front. What should you do?

You MUST NOT slow down.

You MUST NOT switch on your fog lights.

You MUST switch on your hazard lights.

You MUST use headlights. You may use fog lights if necessary.

Hint

16.

[Safe Driving Practices]

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

To dazzle other road users.

During dull daytime weather.

When another vehicle is overtaking you.

At night in built-up areas.

Hint

17.

[Sharing the Road]

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

Hint

18.

[Laws and Rules of the Road]

At intersections without a STOP or YIELD signs, what action is correct?

Yield to traffic and any pedestrians.

Both options are correct.

Slow down and be ready to stop.

19.

[Laws and Rules of the Road]

Which of the following does a roundabout not have?

Neither option is correct.

Bicycle ways.

A roadway.

20.

[Additional Driving Laws / Rules]

If you fail to appear for traffic court, if you have received a traffic ticket, what can happen?

Your driver's license may be suspended.

Nothing will happen.

Nothing will happen as you are not required to appear in traffic court unless you decide to go.

21.

[Visual Search]

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

Always tailgate another vehicle.

Do not stay in another driver's blind spot.

Neither option is correct.

22.

[Occupant Protection]

Until what age is a rear-facing child passenger restraint system required?

4 years old.

2 years old.

3 years old.

23.

[Sharing the Road]

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

Keep as close to the vehicle in front as possible.

Use your horn.

Overtake the cyclist as quickly as possible.

Keep well back to allow the cyclist room to manoeuvre.

Hint

24.

[Safe Driving Practices]

What is this diagram representing?

The driver is indicating that they are turning left.

The driver is indicating that they are turning right.

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

25.

[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.

Take a picture of the accident and continue driving.

Call for help, since this is an emergency.

26.

[Handling Emergencies]

Another road user pulls out of a junction into your path. You should:

Use your horn to let them know you're annoyed.

Travel as closely as possible behind them to let them know you want to overtake.

Slow down and hold back to allow them to get clear.

Flash your headlights at the other road user to get them to accelerate more quickly.

Hint

27.

[Sharing the Road]

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

Use your horn.

Overtake the motorcyclist.

Keep well back to allow the motorcyclist room to manoeuvre.

Keep as close to the vehicle in front as possible.

Hint

28.

[Sharing the Road]

Who should you particularly look out for when reversing?

Traffic police.

Motorcycle riders.

Children.

Pedestrians.

Hint

29.

[Parking]

Which of the following is an example of illegal parking

Parking where a "no parking" sign is posted.

Parking adjacent to the curb.

Both options are correct.

30.

[Sharing the Road]

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

500 feet.

200 feet.

100 feet.

31.

[Sharing the Road]

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

Hint

32.

[Occupant Protection]

Which of the following is a type of manual distraction?

Listening to the radio at high volumes.

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

Speaking with your passenger(s).

33.

[Sharing the Road]

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

Cyclists

Long vehicles.

Cars

Horse riders.

Hint

34.

[Traffic Controls]

When coming to a stop sign, where must you fully stop your vehicle at?

You must stop after the stop sign.

You may choose where you are allowed to stop, as long as you make a full stop.

You must stop at the white limit line.

35.

[Alcohol and Drugs]

If you are under the age of 21, and you are caught with an alcohol beverage in your vehicle, how long can you vehicle be impounded for?

30 days.

7 days.

21 days.

36.

[Laws and Rules of the Road]

Who should you allow sufficient time to cross the street?

Both options are correct.

Pedestrians with young children.

Older pedestrians.

37.

[Parking]

What does a red parking colored curb indicate?

Stop no longer than the time posted to load/unload passengers or freight.

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

No stopping, standing, or parking is permitted.

38.

[Laws and Rules of the Road]

Which of the following is true regarding blind pedestrians?

Blind pedestrians rely on the sound of your vehicle to know when it's safe to cross the street.

Follow standard right-of-way rules when it comes to blind pedestrians.

Blind pedestrians rely on someone else telling them when it is safe across the street.

39.

[Traffic Controls]

In addition to yielding, what must you also do when you come to a YIELD sign?

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

You must stop at the limit line before proceeding.

You must let any vehicle, bicyclist, or pedestrian pass before you proceed.

40.

[Safe Driving Practices]

Why should you reduce your speed when traveling in foggy conditions?

Brakes are less effective in foggy conditions.

To avoid being dazzled by fog lights from other vehicles.

To reduce fuel consumption.

To allow more time to react to developing hazards.

Hint

41.

[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

42.

[Laws and Rules of the Road]

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

Both options are correct.

Exercise caution and reduce speed.

Stop if necessary to allow the pedestrian to pass.

43.

[Lane Control]

Which of the following may apply to you if you drive a low/zero emission vehicle?

You may be exempt from all toll charges on HOT lanes.

You may drive at any speed you wish, regardless of posted signs.

You may be exempt from all Department of Motor Vehicles related charges for your vehicle.

44.

[Traffic Controls]

What is this sign indicating?

Yield ahead.

Crossroad.

Two way traffic.

45.

[Laws and Rules of the Road]

When making a right turn, what should you be considering?

Check for pedestrians, and for bicyclists.

Ensure that you signal oncoming motorists they can cross.

Ensure that you keep a minimum of ten feet from the stop line.

46.

[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.

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