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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Turns

What is a U-Turn?

Turning your vehicle around in the street to go back the way you came.

There is no definition for a U-Turn in the state of California.

Passing a vehicle at a high rate of speed.

Traffic Controls

What is the correct interpretation of a solid green traffic signal?

The driver must proceed with caution.

The driver may proceed.

The driver must stop.

Sharing the Road

What does this hazardous load placard mean?

Corrosive

Explosives

Flammable

Special Driving Situations

Which headlights should you use in the event that you have to drive in heavy fog or smoke?

Fog headlights.

Low beam headlights.

High beam headlights.

Vehicle Positioning

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

Drivers backing out of driveways or parking space.

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

Both options are correct.

Special Driving Situations

You are driving your car along a wet road. Spray from the road is limiting your visibility. You should:

Speed up get through the wet area.

Pull over into a service area and wait for the road to dry.

Use dipped headlights.

Use your flashing hazard lights.

Occupant Protection

How far suggested should drivers ride from the airbag cover?

5 inches

10 inches

24 inches

Sharing the Road

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

Speed up to get around them more quickly.

Slow down and be ready to stop if necessary.

Turn around and find another route.

Use your horn.

Lane Control

What is bicycle boulevard?

A lane that provides greater separation from adjacent vehicle traffic.

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

Neither option is correct.

10.

Laws and Rules of the Road

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

A traffic citation.

Neither option is correct.

A fine of up to $1,000.

11.

Safe Driving Practices

If you become agitated or annoyed at another road user, you should:

Pull over, calm down and continue your journey after relaxing

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

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

Use your horn to tell them you're annoyed.

12.

Traffic Controls

What is this sign indicating?

Traffic signal ahead.

No traffic signal ahead.

Stop ahead.

13.

Sharing the Road

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

A helmet.

A valid driver's license.

A valid learner's permit.

14.

Parking

What California penal code allows local authorities to designate public spaces as an exclusive area for charging vehicles?

CVC 22511.

CVC 480.

CVC 22651.

15.

Traffic Controls

What is the correct interpretation of this sign?

This sign means that you are approaching a railroad crossing.

This sign means that you should stop and wait for the signal before crossing the railroad tracks.

Both A and B.

16.

Occupant Protection

Why must a rear-facing baby seat not be placed in the front seat of a car with an active frontal airbag?

All airbags will become disabled.

It will increase the risk of collisions.

An active passenger airbag can cause injury or death to the child.

The driver airbag will not deploy in an accident.

17.

Laws and Rules of the Road

What also can be classified as an intersection?

Both options are correct.

Cross streets.

Alleys.

18.

Laws and Rules of the Road

Under what circumstances are you allowed to cross a sidewalk with your vehicle?

You are allowed to cross the sidewalk in the event that you are trying to pass another vehicle.

Only to enter or exit a driveway or alley.

You are allowed to cross a sidewalk with your vehicle for any reason.

19.

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.

Always use 1st gear.

Use the highest gear you can.

Leave your handbrake on.

20.

Sharing the Road

A farmer is herding sheep across the road and has asked you to stop your vehicle until he has finished. You should:

Keep going as you have right of way.

Stop and turn your engine off until directed to continue.

Use your horn to get the sheep to move faster.

Ignore the farmer as he has no authority.

21.

Laws and Rules of the Road

What is the speed limit when you are within 100 feet of a railroad?

25 mph

40 mph

15 mph

22.

Sharing the Road

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

23.

Parking

How long until your vehicle may be removed if it is stopped on the freeway?

1 hour.

4 hours.

24 hours.

24.

Lane Control

What is the correct interpretation of this sign?

The vehicle must have a minimum of two people to use the HOV lane.

Both options are correct.

The left lane is the designated HOV lane.

25.

Safe Driving Practices

If you are under the age of 18, which of the of the following is correct regarding the use of electronic devices while driving?

Any driver, regardless of age, may use an electronic device while driving as long as they look up every two seconds.

It is unlawful for anyone under the age of 18 to use an electronic device while driving, unless it is in the case of an emergency.

Neither option is correct.

26.

Traffic Controls

Which of the following traffic signals means to "proceed with caution"?

A solid green traffic signal.

A green arrow traffic signal.

A flashing yellow traffic signal.

27.

Safe Driving Practices

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

Brakes are less effective in foggy conditions.

To allow more time to react to developing hazards.

To avoid being dazzled by fog lights from other vehicles.

To reduce fuel consumption.

28.

Alcohol and Drugs

Which of the following is true for all DUI convictions, regardless of age?

The completion of a DUI program.

You are not required to complete anything in the event that you are convicted of a DUI.

Neither option is correct.

29.

Traffic Controls

What is this sign indicating?

Be prepared to proceed with caution.

Directional arrow.

There is a stop sign ahead.

30.

Alcohol and Drugs

If an officer suspects you of being under the influence of drugs and/or alcohol, which of the following is true?

They cannot legally require you to take a test to prove if you are under the influence or not.

They can legally require you to take a blood or urine test.

They can arrest you based off of theory.

31.

Alcohol and Drugs

You have been convicted of driving a car whilst intoxicated (after drinking too much alcohol). What will happen to your insurance?

It can invalidate your insurance.

It will reduce your premiums.

You will only be able to ride a motorcycle instead.

You will no longer be allowed to carry passengers.

32.

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.

33.

Alcohol and Drugs

You are stopped by a police offer, and you have hidden an open container of alcohol in your glove compartment. Is this allowed?

Yes, as this is in a secured area and does not violate the law.

Yes, as you are not actively drinking the open container.

No, as it is prohibited by law to have an open container of alcohol in the glove compartment of your vehicle.

34.

Vehicle Positioning

When you merge onto the freeway, how many seconds of space should you leave between your vehicle and the vehicle in front of you?

1 second.

3 seconds.

5 seconds.

35.

Sharing the Road

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

36.

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.

37.

Alcohol and Drugs

What is an IID?

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

An ignition interlock device.

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

38.

Sharing the Road

The motorcycle in front of you has a bright red light as shown. What do you expect the vehicle to do next?

The vehicle is reversing.

The vehicle shall move to the right or turn right.

The vehicle shall move to the left or turn left.

The vehicle is braking.

39.

Traffic Controls

What is the correct interpretation of this sign?

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

You must stop at the limit line before proceeding.

You must slow down and be ready to stop.

40.

Visual Search

You want to reverse your car, but cannot see clearly behind using the mirrors. You should:

Open the car windows.

Get out of the car and push it backwards.

Open the car doors.

Ask for assistance from a passenger or passer-by.

41.

Driver Readiness

If you are dazzled by bright sunlight, you should:

Close your eyes until the dazzling goes away.

Speed up to get through the dazzle as quickly as possible.

Turn your head and face away from the road.

Slow down, and if necessary stop.

42.

Alcohol and Drugs

If an officer suspects you of being under the influence of drugs and/or alcohol, and you refuse to submit to a test, what can happen?

The driver will face additional points on their license if they refuse to submit to these tests.

The driver would face no penalty as the law does not legally require you to submit these tests.

The driver would be subject to longer driver's license suspensions.

43.

Turns

What is a public transit bus lane?

A lane specifically designated for public transit vehicles.

A lane that is shared by both transit vehicles and regular vehicles.

A lane specified for emergency vehicles.

44.

Traffic Controls

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

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

Stop and look for pedestrians, then proceed with caution.

Stop under all circumstances and wait for the red light.

45.

Sharing the Road

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

Keep as close as possible to them.

Allow plenty of space.

Use a higher gear whilst overtaking.

Use your horn.

46.

Sharing the Road

Which California penal code prohibits following an emergency vehicle, with a siren activated?

CVC 480.

CVC 22511.

CVC 21706

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