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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Alcohol and Drugs

If you are a commercial driver, and you are convicted of a DUI, what must you first do after your suspension?

Neither option is correct.

Downgrade to a noncommercial license.

Nothing will happen.

Traffic Controls

What is this sign indicating?

T Intersection.

Slippery when wet.

Curve.

Special Driving Situations

What is a symptom of carbon monoxide poisoning?

Both options are correct.

Dizziness.

Nausea.

Special Driving Situations

If you come to a road that has ice, by how much should you reduce your speed?

Increase your speed, as the faster you go the more traction you make with the ice.

Reduce your speed by half.

Reduce your speed to a crawl.

Sharing the Road

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

200 feet.

400 feet.

800 feet.

Handling Emergencies

You are traveling in snowy weather. How can you tell if your tires are no longer gripping the road?

Your speed increases unexpectedly.

The engine becomes louder.

Your speed decreases unexpectedly.

The steering becomes light and unresponsive.

Special Driving Situations

Which of the following is true regarding driving at high rates of speeds?

The faster your speed, the less control you have of your vehicle.

The faster you drive, the better your gas mileage will be.

The faster your speed, the more control you have of your vehicle.

Sharing the Road

You are about to overtake a cyclist in windy weather. Why should you leave extra room as you overtake?

To reduce fuel consumption.

To avoid dazzling them with your lights.

To stop the wind blowing your exhaust fumes towards them.

In case a gust of wind pushes them across the lane.

Visual Search

What should you do before changing lanes?

Increase speed and give a signal before changing lanes.

Look into your rearview mirror for nearby vehicles.

Increase speed and change lanes.

10.

Handling Emergencies

You are traveling along a wet road in a vehicle without anti-lock brakes. You apply the brakes and your vehicle begins to skid. What should you do?

Release the brakes.

Increase speed.

Let go of the steering.

Brake hard immediately.

11.

Special Driving Situations

If you are using a penny to check the tread on your tires, what is the indicator that you need to change your tires?

If you can only see Abraham Lincoln's neck.

If you can see the top of Abraham Lincoln's head.

Neither option is correct, as a penny is an unreliable way to check the tread on your tires.

12.

Laws and Rules of the Road

What is the maximum speed limit on a two lane undivided highway?

65 mph.

55 mph.

35 mph.

13.

Visual Search

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

Neither option is correct.

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.

14.

Occupant Protection

How far should your passengers ride from the airbag cover?

10 inches

5 inches.

13 inches

15.

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?

Your driving privilege will be revoked for one year.

You will face life imprisonment.

No actions will be taken against you.

16.

Lane Control

What is a bike route?

A route for bicyclists on streets that are shared with vehicle traffic.

A lane that provides greater separation from adjacent vehicle traffic.

A route for bicyclists on streets shared with vehicle traffic.

17.

Lane Control

What do solid white lines indicate on a roadway?

They indicate a lane barrier between regular use and a preferential use lane.

They separate traffic lanes on roads with two or more lanes.

They mark traffic lanes going in the same direction.

18.

Driver Readiness

Which California penal code requires physicians to report conditions that may affect your ability to drive?

CHSC 103900

CVC 480.

CVC 22511.

19.

Sharing the Road

What is a NEV?

A neighborhood electric vehicle.

A type of emergency vehicle.

A type of public transit.

20.

Handling Emergencies

What is the third step you must do in the event that your accelerator becomes stuck?

Warn other drivers by honking and turning on your emergency lights.

Stop and turn off of the ignition.

Keep your eyes on the road.

21.

Parking

When parking uphill or downhill, with no curb, what way should you turn your wheels?

Away from the curb.

Towards the curb.

Towards the shoulder of the road.

22.

Safe Driving Practices

The driver ahead of you made a mistake while driving, and you want to alert them to it. What do you do?

Honk your horn at them to alert them to pay attention.

Do nothing, and proceed with caution.

Honk your horn at them to let them know they made a mistake.

23.

Safe Driving Practices

Why is it dangerous to use your fog lights when traveling in clear weather?

They will reduce your concentration.

Other drivers may think there is fog ahead.

Your fog lights may dazzle other drivers.

Other drivers may mistake them for your brake lights.

24.

Lane Control

Which lane should you drive in if you are going faster?

The right most lane.

The left most lane.

The middle lane.

25.

Traffic Controls

What does this traffic symbol mean?

To Stop.

Caution.

To turn left.

26.

Handling Emergencies

What is a possible punishment if you fail to notify the Department of Motor Vehicles in the event that you are in a collision?

Your driving privilege will be suspended.

Neither option is correct.

Nothing will happen, since nobody was injured.

27.

Sharing the Road

The car in front of you has a flashing amber light as shown. What do you expect the vehicle to do next?

The vehicle is braking.

The vehicle shall move to the left or turn left.

The vehicle shall move to the right or turn right.

The vehicle is reversing.

28.

Lane Control

When passing a vehicle, what is not allowed?

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

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

Check traffic behind and beside you.

29.

Parking

Which of the following is an example of disabled placard abuse?

Using a placard issued to you by the Department of Motor Vehicles.

Using a placard after it has been reporting that it has been lost or stolen.

Neither option is correct.

30.

Parking

Which of the following is an example of illegal parking

Parking adjacent to the curb.

Parking where a "no parking" sign is posted.

Both options are correct.

31.

Turns

When a red arrow traffic signal is present, what is the correct course of action?

Neither option is correct.

Wait until the signal turns a solid green or green arrow.

Make the turn when there is no oncoming traffic. Follow the right-of-way rules.

32.

Turns

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

When you cannot see clearly 200 feet in each direction.

In front of a fire station.

Across a double yellow line when it is safe and legal.

33.

Special Driving Situations

Why are vehicles fitted with rear fog lights?

To allow other vehicles to see you in fog.

In case your vehicle breaks down.

In case your brake lights don't work.

For learner drivers on the freeway.

34.

Laws and Rules of the Road

Why is it important to respect right-of-way rules?

You are not required to respect right-of-way rules.

It is common courtesy.

It helps prevent collisions and other accidents.

35.

Driver Readiness

Which of the following will not prevent drowsy driving?

Rolling down the window.

Calling a ride service to take you to your destination.

Taking regular rest stops.

36.

Alcohol and Drugs

Regardless of age, if you are on probation for DUI, what is the minimum level of BAC before it becomes unlawful to drive?

0.0001

0.0008

0.0005

37.

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.

38.

Laws and Rules of the Road

What also can be classified as an intersection?

Alleys.

Cross streets.

Both options are correct.

39.

Driver Readiness

Which of the following will prevent drowsy driving?

Turning on the air conditioning.

Calling a ride service to take you to your destination.

Rolling down the window.

40.

Parking

What does a blue parking colored curb indicate?

No stopping, standing, or parking is permitted.

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.

41.

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.

A full city block.

3 seconds.

42.

Special Driving Situations

When towing, you MUST NOT: (Select all that apply)

Properly distribute the weight in your caravan or trailer.

Tow more than your licence permits.

Overload your vehicle or trailer.

Secure your load.

43.

Special Driving Situations

When driving on snow, why should you stay in a higher gear?

To reduce likelihood of wheel spin.

To allow for easier braking.

To consume less fuel.

To drive faster.

44.

Safe Driving Practices

When MUST your vehicle's headlights be switched on?

At all times.

Whenever visibility is reduced.

Any time other vehicles are on the road.

At night.

45.

Alcohol and Drugs

What is an IID?

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

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

An ignition interlock device.

46.

Sharing the Road

What is a Safety Enhanced-Double Fine Zone?

An area where fines are doubled for traffic violations.

Neither option is correct.

There are no double fine zones in the state of California.

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