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

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

Vehicle Positioning

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

A driver on the freeway travelling at 55 mph.

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

Neither option is correct.

Sharing the Road

Some of the most vulnerable road users are: (Select all that apply)

Car drivers.

Horse riders.

Cyclists.

Truck drivers.

Lane Control

What do two solid yellow lines on a roadway indicate?

No passing.

Indicates that you may pass if the broken line is next to your driving lane.

The center of a road for two-way traffic.

Vehicle Positioning

You are traveling in fog behind another vehicle. What should you do to reduce the chances of an accident?

Use your dipped headlights so that you can be seen.

Keep close to the vehicle in front.

Use your high-beam headlights.

Use your flashing hazard lights.

Traffic Controls

Which of the following is allowed when you are at a red stop light?

You may make a right turn while yielding to all pedestrians vehicles.

You may ignore the red stop light and continue on.

You may continue forward, or make a left turn, whenever you decide.

Traffic Controls

What does a solid yellow traffic signal mean?

Caution. Stop if you can do so safely.

Go.

Stop under all circumstances.

Handling Emergencies

What should you do if you are involved in a collision?

Stop and call 9-1-1 if anyone is hurt.

Argue with the other person, regardless of who caused it.

Leave the accident.

Safe Driving Practices

What should you do when changing lanes, slowing down, stopping, or turning?

Both

Always decrease speed.

Always signal.

10.

Special Driving Situations

If you are not able to see any farther than 100 feet in front of you, what should you reduce your speed to?

45 mph.

30 mph or below.

50 mph.

11.

Laws and Rules of the Road

If two vehicles meet on a steep road where neither car can pass, who has the right-of-way?

Neither vehicle has the right-of-way. Both vehicles are responsible for determining who may go.

The vehicle going downhill.

The vehicle going uphill.

12.

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

If you are under the age of 18, what can your parents or guardians do regarding your driver's license?

They can have your driver's license cancelled.

Neither option is correct.

They cannot do anything, as you have proven that you can drive since you have a driver's license.

13.

Safe Driving Practices

What can cause a vehicle to skid? (Select all that apply)

Accelerating quickly.

Braking quickly.

Steering harshly.

Driving slowly and carefully.

14.

Visual Search

In this image, what do the shaded areas visualize?

How far other vehicles should travel from your vehicle.

The blind spots of your vehicle.

The correct way to travel down a highway.

15.

Traffic Controls

What is this sign indicating?

Stop ahead.

No traffic signal ahead.

Traffic signal ahead.

16.

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

If an individual is from out of state, once they receive a job or become a resident, how long do they have to register their vehicle with the state of California?

7 days.

5 days.

20 days.

17.

Laws and Rules of the Road

Which of the following is correct?

Proceed as normal when entering a crosswalk with pedestrians entering.

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

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

18.

Visual Search

Why can backing up your vehicle be dangerous?

Neither option is correct.

Backing your vehicle up is not dangerous in any circumstance.

Backing your vehicle can be dangerous because you may not see behind your vehicle.

19.

Safe Driving Practices

How much time should you allow before turning on a freeway?

10 seconds.

5 seconds.

30 seconds.

20.

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?

Either a breath or blood test.

Another PAS to confirm the BAC.

Neither option is correct.

21.

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.

Vehicle speed will increase going downhill.

Vehicle speed will reduce going downhill.

Steering control will improve.

22.

Traffic Controls

Where is this sign normally displayed?

Freeways.

High ways.

4 way intersections.

23.

Vehicle Positioning

You are traveling in fog behind another vehicle. What should you do to reduce the chances of an accident?

Keep close to the vehicle in front.

Keep a safer distance from the vehicle in front.

Use your flashing hazard lights.

Use your high-beam headlights.

24.

Alcohol and Drugs

How long does a DUI conviction remain on your record?

90 days.

10 years.

1 year.

25.

Sharing the Road

At what speed do slow moving vehicles typically travel?

55 mph.

65 mph.

25 mph or less.

26.

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.

27.

Turns

To make a left turn, what should you drive close to?

the left turn lane.

Drive close to the center divider line.

Both options are correct.

28.

Sharing the Road

What is a NEV?

A neighborhood electric vehicle.

A type of public transit.

A type of emergency vehicle.

29.

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 windows.

The hood.

The doors.

The license plates.

30.

Lane Control

When driving on a freeway with multiple lanes, what should you not do?

Weave in and out of traffic.

Follow the posted speed.

Stay in the same lane as much as possible.

31.

Turns

Which of the following is true regarding a public transit bus lane?

You may drive in this lane for a maximum of one mile or ten minutes, whichever is greater.

Neither option is correct.

You may cross this lane in the event that you are making a turn.

32.

Parking

Which of the following is an example of illegal parking

Neither option is correct.

Parking adjacent to a hospital.

Parking within 7.5 feet of a railroad track.

33.

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)

It may become more difficult to select the appropriate gear when needed.

Increased use of the footbrake can reduce its effectiveness.

Vehicle is safer to drive.

Vehicle handling and response is improved.

34.

Parking

What must you do in the event you are in possession of a deceased individual's disabled placard?

Keep it for yourself as ownership transfers to you upon their death.

Neither option is correct.

Return it to a Department of Motor Vehicles field office.

35.

Alcohol and Drugs

If you are under the age of 21, and your BAC is 0.01%, how long will your driving privileges be suspended for?

1 year.

5 years.

10 years.

36.

Special Driving Situations

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

Reduce speed to 30 mph.

Yield to traffic approaching from your right.

Stop at the junction.

No entry.

37.

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?

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.

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

38.

Traffic Controls

What does this traffic symbol mean?

Caution.

To turn left.

To Stop.

39.

Occupant Protection

Under what circumstances are seatbelts required to be worn?

When there are more than two occupants in a vehicle.

Only when the vehicle is traveling greater than 15 miles per hour.

At all times.

40.

Parking

What does a blue parking colored curb indicate?

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

This parking is only permitted for those with a disabled placard or license plate.

No stopping, standing, or parking is permitted.

41.

Safe Driving Practices

What should you do if you have to stop in a tunnel?

Open your windows to improve ventilation.

Brake as quickly as possible to reduce time spent idle.

Leave at least a 5 meter gap between you and the vehicle in front.

Keep as close to the vehicle in front as possible.

42.

Sharing the Road

When passing a bicyclist, how much space should you leave between your vehicle and the bicyclist?

3 feet.

1 foot.

2 feet.

43.

Sharing the Road

What does this hazardous load placard mean?

Corrosive

Flammable

Explosives

44.

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.

Both options are correct.

Drivers backing out of driveways or parking space.

45.

Visual Search

Why is it important to not develop a "fixed stare" while driving?

It is a good habit to develop as it decreases the chances of an accident.

It prevents you from seeing potential hazards ahead of you.

Neither option is correct.

46.

Safe Driving Practices

A driver is moving slowly, and you want them to go faster. Should you honk your horn at them?

Yes, as you want them to get out of the way.

No, as the driver may not be able to go any faster due to one reason or another

Yes, as you are in a hurry and you need to get to your destination.

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