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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[ Safe Driving Practices ]

In normal circumstances, what is the safest way to use the brakes?

Sharply and as late as possible.

Brake early and gently.

Slow down by reducing gear and using engine braking. Only brake as late as possible.

Slow down quickly as early as possible and then travel very slowly up to the stopping point.

Hint

[ Turns ]

What is a U-Turn?

Passing a vehicle at a high rate of speed.

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.

[ 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.

[ Occupant Protection ]

Which Penal Code prohibits leaving or confining an animal in an unattended, hot vehicle?

CVC 597.7.

CVC 480.

CVC 15620.

[ Visual Search ]

What does it mean to tailgate another vehicle?

To drive too close behind another vehicle.

When you are passing another vehicle at a high rate of speed.

Neither option is correct.

[ Sharing the Road ]

What is required to operate a LSV or NEV?

No form of identification is needed to operate these vehicles.

A valid learner's permit.

A valid driver's license.

[ Alcohol and Drugs ]

What is the consequence if your BAC is 0.08% or higher?

The officer may let you go, as long as you promise to drive straight home at a reduced speed.

The officer may arrest you.

Neither option is correct, as the BAC is not a reliable way to determine how much you have had to drink.

[ Alcohol and Drugs ]

If you are over the age of 21, what is the minimum level of BAC before it becomes unlawful to drive?

0.0001

0.0008

0.0005

[ Occupant Protection ]

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

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

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

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

10.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

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

Ensure that you signal oncoming motorists they can cross.

Check for pedestrians, and for bicyclists.

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

11.

[ Handling Emergencies ]

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

The steering becomes light and unresponsive.

The engine becomes louder.

Your speed increases unexpectedly.

Your speed decreases unexpectedly.

Hint

12.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What is the correct interpretation of this sign?

You must slow down and be ready to stop.

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

You must stop at the limit line before proceeding.

13.

[ Handling Emergencies ]

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

Stop and turn off of the ignition.

Apply the breaks.

Shift to neutral.

14.

[ Handling Emergencies ]

Your vehicle accelerates too quickly in wet or icy conditions and begins to skid. How should you recover control of the vehicle?

Increase acceleration to speed up out of the skid.

Speed up whilst steering away from the skid.

Release the accelerator. Steer into the skid.

Brake hard immediately. It doesn't matter if the wheels lock.

Hint

15.

[ Driver Readiness ]

Which of the following over the counter medications could make you dizzy?

Tylenol.

Cold medications.

Vitamins

16.

[ Special Driving Situations ]

What do all gas-powered vehicles produce?

Oxygen.

Sodium chloride.

Carbon monoxide.

17.

[ Traffic Controls ]

Which of the following types of signs indicate that you must slow down and be ready to stop if necessary?

A square red and white regulatory sign.

An eight sided red sign.

A three sided red sign.

18.

[ Sharing the Road ]

Which of these light signals implies the motorcycle is slowing down and maybe about to stop?

Hint

19.

[ Sharing the Road ]

If you are needing to make a turn, and you must enter a bike lane to do so, how much distance can you drive into the bike lane?

1 mile.

500 feet.

200 feet.

20.

[ Special Driving Situations ]

What should you do when you are being pulled over by law enforcement?

Turn on your right turn signal to indicate to the police officer that you acknowledge them.

Move your vehicle to the right shoulder of the road.

Both options are correct.

21.

[ Parking ]

You need to park and leave your vehicle on a foggy road. You should:

Never leave any lights switched on.

Leave your fog lights on.

Leave your headlights on.

Leave your parking lights on.

Hint

22.

[ Parking ]

How much distance should your vehicle be visible in the event that you have to park off of the freeway.

It does not matter as you will be parking off of the pavement.

200 feet in each direction.

100 feet in each direction.

23.

[ Driver Readiness ]

What should you do to minimise the risk of tiredness? (Select all that apply)

Eat a heavy meal before the journey.

Plan your journey to take sufficient breaks.

Rest on the hard shoulder of the freeway.

Do not begin a journey if you are already tired.

Hint

24.

[ Sharing the Road ]

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

CVC 21706

CVC 22511.

CVC 480.

25.

[ 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.

Glance over your shoulders to check blindspots.

Use your horn and reverse slowly.

Ask for assistance from a passenger or passer-by.

Hint

26.

[ Handling Emergencies ]

You are traveling along a snowy or icy 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.

Brake hard immediately.

Let go of the steering.

Hint

27.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

You have turned into a sideroad and realise you have made a mistake. You should:

Use your horn and reverse around the corner to the main road.

Drive forward and find a safe place to turn around.

Stop and reverse quickly into the main road.

Reverse into the main road when the traffic is clear.

Hint

28.

[ Sharing the Road ]

Which of the following can you do to prevent other drivers from becoming angry?

Using your horn for non-emergencies.

Do not tailgate other drivers.

Both options are correct.

29.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

What is the speed limit for a blind intersection?

15 mph

35 mph

25 mph

30.

[ 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 switch on your hazard lights.

You MUST NOT switch on your fog lights.

You MUST NOT slow down.

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

Hint

31.

[ Alcohol and Drugs ]

If you are under the age of 21, and you are caught with an alcohol beverage in your vehicle, how much can the court fine you for?

2000

Up to $1,000

3000

32.

[ Traffic Controls ]

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

A red arrow traffic signal.

A flashing red traffic signal.

A flashing yellow traffic signal.

33.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

Which of the following is correct?

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

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

Proceed as normal when entering a crosswalk with pedestrians entering.

34.

[ Lane Control ]

Apart from looking in your mirrors, what should you do before changing lanes?

Be sure that there is enough room for your vehicle in the next lane.

Signal and change lanes without any other precautionary measures.

Change lanes without a signal, as long as you do it slowly to let other drivers know.

35.

[ Lane Control ]

What is the correct interpretation of this diagram?

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.

Double solid lines indicates that you may not pass.

36.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

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

15 mph

40 mph

25 mph

37.

[ 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 let them know they made a mistake.

Do nothing, and proceed with caution.

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

38.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

Which of the following is a suggestion provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration?

Hands positioned 9 and 3 o'clock.

Both options are correct.

Hands positioned at 8 and 4 o'clock.

39.

[ Lane Control ]

What are turnout areas?

Designated areas that allow other cars behind you to pass.

Neither option is correct.

Special areas where you are allowed to make U-Turns.

40.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What is this sign indicating?

Pedestrian crossing.

School zone ahead.

Caution.

41.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What is this sign indicating?

No left turn.

No right turn.

No U-turns allowed.

42.

[ Special Driving Situations ]

Which of the following is a way to reduce the hazard associated with high winds while driving?

Both options are correct.

Reducing your speed.

Being proactive.

43.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

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

To reduce fuel consumption.

Brakes are less effective in foggy conditions.

To avoid being dazzled by fog lights from other vehicles.

To allow more time to react to developing hazards.

Hint

44.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

What is the speed limit when you are in a business district?

35 mph, unless otherwise posted.

25 mph, unless otherwise posted.

55 mph, unless otherwise posted.

45.

[ 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?

The vehicle going downhill.

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

The vehicle going uphill.

46.

[ Special Driving Situations ]

When driving on snow, you should:

Use the highest possible gear for your speed.

Use the lowest possible gear for your speed.

Rev the engine higher.

Drive as quickly as possible.

Hint

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