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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Special Driving Situations

Coasting is a term used to describe a vehicle traveling in neutral or with the clutch on. How does this affect your control of the vehicle? (Select all that apply)

Steering response may be reduced.

Steering control will improve.

Vehicle speed will increase going downhill.

Vehicle speed will reduce going downhill.

Traffic Controls

Where is this sign normally displayed?

4 way intersections.

Freeways.

High ways.

Lane Control

Where are bike lanes typically located?

There are no designated bike lanes in the state of California.

Alongside the interstate.

Alongside streets adjacent to vehicle traffic.

Laws and Rules of the Road

While driving slower than normal, under what circumstance may you be cited?

Neither option is correct.

You will not be cited because you may have to drive slower under certain circumstances.

When you block normal and reasonable movement.

Traffic Controls

What is this sign indicating?

Curve.

Sharp turn.

Two way traffic.

Traffic Controls

What is this sign indicating?

No U-turns allowed.

No right turn.

No left turn.

Handling Emergencies

According to the California Highway Patrol, what should you do if your vehicle becomes disabled on the freeway?

Both options are correct.

Stay inside your vehicle with the seat belt on until help arrives.

Safely pull to the right shoulder.

Handling Emergencies

Which of the following the Freeway Service Patrol not provide assistance with?

Change a flat tire.

Towing your vehicle to a location approved by the California Highway Patrol.

Tow your motorcycle.

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.

10.

Laws and Rules of the Road

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

No specific rules are defined for T intersections.

Proceed like normal.

Yield to traffic and any pedestrians.

11.

Traffic Controls

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

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

Yield to oncoming traffic.

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

12.

Sharing the Road

What is this diagram representing?

A light-rail vehicle.

An emergency vehicle.

A slow moving vehicle.

13.

Occupant Protection

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

4 years old.

3 years old.

2 years old.

14.

Lane Control

What do solid yellow lines indicate on a roadway?

The center of a road for two-way traffic.

Indicates that you may pass freely.

Neither option is correct.

15.

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.

Neither option is correct.

Avoid driving directly along other vehicles on multilane streets.

16.

Laws and Rules of the Road

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

Proceed like normal.

Neither option is correct.

Slow down and be ready to stop.

17.

Traffic Controls

What does a red arrow light mean?

You are allowed to make a right turn like normal.

It is similar to a red stop light, however, you cannot make a right turn at any time.

Right turns are not allowed at any time, even when the light is green.

18.

Sharing the Road

What does this hazardous load placard mean?

Radioactive

Flammable

Corrosive

19.

Occupant Protection

A driver decides to answer a text message that they just received while driving down the interstate. Is this a distraction?

Yes, as this is taking your attention away from the road.

No, as you are allowed to answer text messages while driving as long as you are looking at the road every two seconds.

No, as there is no law against using your phone while driving.

20.

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.

21.

Traffic Controls

What is this sign indicating?

T Intersection.

Curve.

Slippery when wet.

22.

Alcohol and Drugs

If you have an open container of alcohol, where must you keep it stored at in your vehicle?

You are not allowed to have opened containers of alcohol in your vehicle under any circumstance.

In the trunk of your vehicle.

In your cup holder.

23.

Lane Control

What lane should you generally drive in at all times unless otherwise posted?

The lane with the smoothest flow of traffic.

The lane that is very congested with traffic.

Neither option is correct.

24.

Lane Control

What is bicycle boulevard?

Neither option is correct.

A designated route for bicyclists on streets shared with vehicle traffic that prioritize bicycle travel.

A lane that provides greater separation from adjacent vehicle traffic.

25.

Sharing the Road

How much distance does it typically take for a large truck travelling 55 mph to stop?

400 feet.

200 feet.

800 feet.

26.

Occupant Protection

How far suggested should drivers ride from the airbag cover?

5 inches

24 inches

10 inches

27.

Vehicle Positioning

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

Neither option is correct.

Drivers who pass you when there is a curve ahead of you.

A driver on the freeway travelling at 55 mph.

28.

Sharing the Road

You want to reverse your car but there is a pedestrian waiting to cross the road. You should:

Wave the pedestrian to cross.

Use your horn to get pedestrian to move out of the way.

Yield to the pedestrian and wait for them to finish crossing.

Reverse quickly before pedestrian begins to cross.

29.

Visual Search

What do you do if a vehicle merges in front of you too closely?

Decrease your speed.

Increase your speed.

Switch to another lane and pass that vehicle for merging too closely.

30.

Traffic Controls

What is the correct interpretation for this flashing traffic signal?

Stop and proceed when it is safe to do so.

Proceed with a high rate of speed.

Stop and go back.

31.

Laws and Rules of the Road

If a vehicle is stopped at a crosswalk, what is the correct course of action to pass the vehicle?

You may pass as long as you proceed with caution.

You are not allowed to pass a vehicle at a crosswalk.

Ensure that no pedestrians are in front of that vehicle.

32.

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.

To avoid an obstacle, such as a drain cover.

To get a better view of the road ahead.

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

33.

Special Driving Situations

You are traveling in hot weather which is causing the road surface to become soft. What will be most affected on your vehicle?

The exhaust.

The air conditioning.

The tires.

The windows.

34.

Visual Search

In this image, what does the yellow area visualize?

What is at your side.

Blind spots.

What is ahead.

35.

Sharing the Road

A farmer is herding cows across the road. What should you do?

Turn around and find another route.

Speed up to get around them more quickly.

Use your horn.

Slow down and be ready to stop if necessary.

36.

Special Driving Situations

Braking harshly on a wet or icy road may cause:

The vehicle to skid and lose control.

Better steering control.

Improved wheel grip.

The vehicle to slow down normally.

37.

Sharing the Road

If you are a minor using a bicycle for transportation, what is required?

A valid driver's license.

A helmet.

A valid learner's permit.

38.

Turns

Which of the following is an example of an illegal U-turn?

In business districts.

On a roadway with two sets of double yellow lines.

Both options are correct.

39.

Laws and Rules of the Road

Where are you required to stop, because of a stop light or sign?

Both options are correct.

Before the crosswalk.

You must stop before the stop line, sign, or signal.

40.

Alcohol and Drugs

Yourself, and your parent are in the vehicle when you are pulled over by a police officer. In the backseat of the vehicle, there is an unopened, sealed container of alcohol. Since you are the individual driving the vehicle, is it lawful for this container of alcohol to be in your vehicle?

Yes, as your parent is in the vehicle with you and is over the age of 21.

No, as alcohol containers cannot be in your vehicle under any circumstance.

Neither option is correct.

41.

Occupant Protection

What is the correct way to wear a lap belt seatbelt?

The lap belt should lie across your hips with as much slack as possible for comfort.

The lap belt should be snug and lies low across your hips.

The lap belt should not be worn at all since it can cause greater injury in the case of a vehicle accident.

42.

Lane Control

What is the correct interpretation of this diagram?

Double solid lines indicates that you may not pass.

No passing if the solid yellow line is on your side.

Broken yellow line indicates that you may pass if it can be done so safely.

43.

Alcohol and Drugs

If you are under the age of 21, and you are convicted of having a BAC of 0.01% or over, which of the following is a possible consequence?

You will face life imprisonment.

Your driving privilege will be revoked for one year.

No actions will be taken against you.

44.

Special Driving Situations

What is a symptom of carbon monoxide poisoning?

Dizziness.

Nausea.

Both options are correct.

45.

Visual Search

You want to reverse your car but cannot see if it is safe. You should NOT:

Get out of your vehicle and check before moving.

Use your horn and reverse slowly.

Glance over your shoulders to check blindspots.

Ask for assistance from a passenger or passer-by.

46.

Lane Control

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

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.

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

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