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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[ Additional Driving Laws / Rules ]

How many points must you have in a 12 month period to be considered a negligent operator?

2 points.

4 points.

1 point

[ Sharing the Road ]

Which of these are hazards you should be aware of on residential streets? (Select all that apply)

Car doors opening.

Children running out from behind parked cars.

Pedestrians.

Vehicles moving off.

Hint

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

What should you do to alert other drivers if an accident has happened ahead of you?

Both options are correct.

By turning on your emergency flashers.

Tapping your brake pedal 3 or 4 times quickly.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What is the correct interpretation of this sign?

This sign means that you cannot do a certain action.

This sign indicates that you are entering the incorrect road with the incorrect vehicle.

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

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

What is the correct course of action when you stop in a crosswalk.

You are allowed to stop in a crosswalk in the event in you overpass the white limit line.

It is not allowed to stop in a crosswalk.

Ensure that no pedestrians are within a block of the cross walk.

[ Occupant Protection ]

Under what circumstances are seatbelts required to be worn?

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

When there are more than two occupants in a vehicle.

At all times.

[ Turns ]

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

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

Neither option is correct.

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

[ 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)

Vehicle handling and response is improved.

Vehicle is safer to drive.

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

Increased use of the footbrake can reduce its effectiveness.

Hint

[ Occupant Protection ]

How many types of driver distractions are there?

10.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What is the correct interpretation of this sign?

This sign means that you are not allowed to do a certain action.

Indicates that you must yield before proceeding.

This sign indicates that you must follow its instruction.

11.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

Who should you allow sufficient time to cross the street?

Both options are correct.

Older pedestrians.

Disabled pedestrians.

12.

[ Sharing the Road ]

Which of these light signals implies the car is slowing down and maybe stop?

Hint

13.

[ Lane Control ]

Which of the following is true regarding double white lines?

You must wait until a single broken white line appears before changing lanes.

You may change lanes freely.

Neither option is correct.

14.

[ 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.

15.

[ Special Driving Situations ]

You are about to enter a bank of fog. What should you do? (Select all that apply)

Check your mirrors and slow down.

Speed up to travel through it as quickly as possible.

Use your hazard lights to warn other drivers.

Use your fog lights if necessary.

Hint

16.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

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

Proceed like normal.

Slow down and be ready to stop.

Neither option is correct.

17.

[ 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

18.

[ Occupant Protection ]

Which of the following is considered a driver's distraction?

Looking at Google Maps or another GPS application.

Not using handheld devices while driving.

Reaching for an object inside of the vehicle.

19.

[ Sharing the Road ]

You are about to overtake a horse and rider. What should you NOT do? (Select all that apply)

Rev your engine loudly.

Overtake slowly giving them plenty of space.

Travel closely behind the horses.

Use your horn.

Hint

20.

[ Turns ]

Under which circumstance can you make a legal U-turn in a residential district?

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

If there are no vehicles approaching you within 200 feet.

Both options are correct.

21.

[ Driver Readiness ]

Why should you be aware of warm air in the car whilst driving?

Unventilated warm air may cause the driver to become sleepy.

Warm air may be uncomfortable for your passengers.

It can reduce fuel efficiency.

May cause excessive sweat.

Hint

22.

[ Special Driving Situations ]

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

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

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

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

23.

[ Parking ]

How long of a parking space should you find before parallel parking?

2 feet longer than your vehicle.

3 feet longer than your vehicle.

1 foot longer than your vehicle.

24.

[ Sharing the Road ]

You are traveling slowly behind a cyclist in front of you. Why might they suddenly swerve or move across the traffic lane?

To get a better view of the road ahead.

To avoid an uneven road surface or an icy patch.

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

Cyclists like to show off.

Hint

25.

[ 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.

Hint

26.

[ Sharing the Road ]

When overtaking a horse and rider, what should you do?

Drive around as quickly as possible.

Overtake slowly if it is safe to do so.

Flash your headlights at the horse rider.

Use your horn to warn the rider of our presence.

Hint

27.

[ Lane Control ]

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

The lane that is very congested with traffic.

The lane with the smoothest flow of traffic.

Neither option is correct.

28.

[ Special Driving Situations ]

You are driving your car in wet weather. Rain and spray from the road are limiting visibility. You should: (Select all that apply)

Use your flashing hazard lights.

Use your horn so other road users are aware of you.

Use dipped headlights.

Use your fog lights if visibility is below 100m.

Hint

29.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What is the correct interpretation of this sign?

Both A and B.

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

This sign means that you are approaching a railroad crossing.

30.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

When approaching a pedestrian where do you stop in the event that you have to?

After the painted lines that mark the crosswalk.

Before the painted lines that mark the crosswalk.

You are not required to stop as you have the right-of-way since you are driving a vehicle.

31.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What is this sign indicating?

There is a hospital ahead.

Directional arrow.

No turns are permitted.

32.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

Before setting off on a journey, you should ensure that: (Select all that apply)

You know all the controls in your vehicle and how to use them.

You are wearing baggy clothes.

Your mirrors and seat are adjusted correctly.

Your mobile phone can be easily reached in case you receive a call.

Hint

33.

[ Handling Emergencies ]

In an emergency, how should you brake?

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

Speed up to get around the emergency.

Brake hard immediately, but without locking your wheels.

Brake gently.

Hint

34.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

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

Proceed like normal.

No specific rules are defined for T intersections.

Yield to traffic and any pedestrians.

35.

[ Lane Control ]

Which lane is generally the smoothest to drive in?

The right most lane

The middle lane

The left most lane

36.

[ Turns ]

At what distance should you signal before making a left turn?

100 feet

500 feet

200 feet

37.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

Why is it not allowed to stop in a crosswalk?

Neither option is correct.

You are allowed to stop in a crosswalk, as long as you are doing it in a way that does not put pedestrians in danger.

You are not allowed to stop in a crosswalk, as it puts pedestrians in danger.

38.

[ Sharing the Road ]

How much can you be fined if you commit a traffic violating in a construction zone?

One year in prison.

Up to $2,000.

Up to $1,000

39.

[ Traffic Controls ]

Where is this sign normally displayed?

Freeways.

High ways.

4 way intersections.

40.

[ Special Driving Situations ]

If you drive through deep water your brakes might become less effective. What should you do?

Do not use your brakes for at least 10 minutes.

Speed up to dry your brakes faster.

Gently apply light pressure to the brakes while driving slowly to dry them out.

Speed up then brake harshly to quickly dry them.

Hint

41.

[ Turns ]

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

On a one-way street

If there are no vehicles approaching you within 200 feet.

When other vehicles may hit you.

42.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What is this sign indicating?

Traffic signal ahead.

Stop ahead.

No traffic signal ahead.

43.

[ Special Driving Situations ]

When towing, you should: (Select all that apply)

Avoid accelerating or braking too sharply.

Carry as much as you can in your trailer or caravan and not your vehicle.

Ensure heavy and sharp objects are secured safely.

Check your headlights are properly adjusted.

Hint

44.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

When may you flash your headlights at another road user?

When another road user annoys you.

To warn oncoming drivers of a hidden police patrol.

To alert other road users of your presence.

To signal another stationary road user that they can proceed.

Hint

45.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What should you do when you are coming to a railroad crossing?

Continue forward without reducing speed.

Slow down, look and listen for any oncoming trains. Be prepared to stop.

Increase your speed to beat the train before it crosses.

46.

[ Traffic Controls ]

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

A flashing yellow traffic signal.

A green arrow traffic signal.

A solid green traffic signal.

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