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.

[ Parking ]

How many inches should your vehicle be from the curve when you have finished parallel parking?

No further than 18 inches.

No further than 24 inches

No further than 6 inches.

[ Vehicle Positioning ]

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

Use your flashing hazard lights.

Keep close to the vehicle in front.

Use your high-beam headlights.

Keep a safer distance from the vehicle in front.

Hint

[ Alcohol and Drugs ]

Which of the following is true regarding impaired judgement?

Impaired judgement affects how you react to sounds and what you see.

Impaired judgement does not affect how you react to sounds and what you see.

Impaired judgement improves how well you response to sounds and what you see.

[ Additional Driving Laws / Rules ]

What California penal code prohibits driving with an unsecured load that is a potential safety hazard?

CVC 24002

CVC 480.

CVC 21152

[ Lane Control ]

What should motorized bicycle drivers do when using a bike lane?

They should use caution to avoid bicyclists.

Neither options are correct.

No special precautions are required since they are technically driving a bicycle.

[ Lane Control ]

What is the correct interpretation of this sign?

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

The left lane is the designated HOV lane.

Both options are correct.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

Whilst driving or riding, you should avoid distractions such as: (Select all that apply)

Adjusting your rear-view mirror.

Listening to the radio at a loud volume.

Listening to the radio at a low volume.

Adjusting or starting the radio.

Hint

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

You should use dipped headlights: (Select all that apply)

During dull daytime weather.

To dazzle other road users.

At night in built-up areas.

When another vehicle is overtaking you.

Hint

[ Occupant Protection ]

Children under what age must be secured in a rear facing passenger restraint system?

Under 2 years old.

Under 1 year old.

Under 5 years old.

10.

[ Sharing the Road ]

You are about to overtake a motorcyclist in windy weather. What should you do as you overtake?

Keep as close as possible to them.

Use your horn.

Overtake as quickly as possible.

Allow plenty of space.

Hint

11.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

In stationary traffic, you should:

Get out of the vehicle to have a stretch.

Apply the parking brake and release the foot brake to deactivate the brake lights.

Use your horn aggressively to speed up the traffic.

Use your mobile phone to report the traffic.

Hint

12.

[ Sharing the Road ]

Why should you not move in front of a large truck and suddenly stop or slow down?

Neither option is correct

Because they are a much larger vehicle, it takes longer for them to stop.

You can move in front of a large truck and stop or slow down suddenly, as they can stop quicker than a regular vehicle.

13.

[ Handling Emergencies ]

In the event that you hit a parked vehicle, what should you do?

Do nothing as no one is in the vehicle and no one was hurt.

Leave a note with your information.

Take a picture of their license plate and inform the Department of Motor Vehicles when you have time.

14.

[ Sharing the Road ]

What is required to operate a LSV or NEV?

A valid driver's license.

No form of identification is needed to operate these vehicles.

A valid learner's permit.

15.

[ Occupant Protection ]

How far should your passengers ride from the airbag cover?

13 inches

5 inches.

10 inches

16.

[ Traffic Controls ]

Which traffic signal typically comes after the solid yellow traffic signal?

Flashing Yellow Arrow.

Solid Green.

Solid Red.

17.

[ Sharing the Road ]

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

Up to $1,000

Up to $2,000.

One year in prison.

18.

[ Lane Control ]

What is the correct interpretation of this diagram?

Double solid lines indicates that you may not pass.

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.

19.

[ Handling Emergencies ]

In an emergency, how should you brake?

Brake gently.

Speed up to get around the emergency.

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

Brake hard immediately, but without locking your wheels.

Hint

20.

[ Turns ]

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

500 feet

200 feet

100 feet

21.

[ Parking ]

What should you do when you find a space to parallel park?

Signal that you intend to park.

Park as quickly as possible to get out of the way of oncoming traffic.

Neither option is correct.

22.

[ Special Driving Situations ]

If you come to a wet road, by how much should you reduce your speed?

1 to 5 mph slower.

5 to 10 mph slower.

Do not adjust your speed at all, as you do not want to risk hydroplaning.

23.

[ 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.

Hint

24.

[ 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

25.

[ Alcohol and Drugs ]

If you are convicted of a DUI for the second time, how many years will your license be suspended for?

1 year.

2 years.

5 years.

26.

[ Occupant Protection ]

Under which circumstance is a child under the age of 8 NOT allowed to ride in the front seat of a vehicle?

The driver of the vehicle is not able to purchase a federally-approved child passenger restraint system.

The child passenger restraint system cannot be installed properly in the rear set.

There is no rear seat.

27.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

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

You have planned your route allowing plenty of time.

You consume alcohol to improve your performance.

Any restraints are adjusted to reduce risk of neck and back injuries in a collision.

You have sufficient fuel for your journey and planned where you can refuel if necessary.

Hint

28.

[ Visual Search ]

At intersections what should you do?

Both options are correct.

Look to the right.

Look to the left first

29.

[ Additional Driving Laws / Rules ]

If an individual is convicted of vandalism or graffiti, how long may their driver's license be suspended for?

Up to 2 years.

Up to six months.

Up to 1 year.

30.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

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

35 mph.

55 mph.

65 mph.

31.

[ 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?

30 mph or below.

50 mph.

45 mph.

32.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What does a solid yellow traffic signal mean?

Stop under all circumstances.

Go.

Caution. Stop if you can do so safely.

33.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

What also can be classified as an intersection?

Cross streets.

Both options are correct.

Alleys.

34.

[ 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.

35.

[ Handling Emergencies ]

What should you do if you see a vehicle's hazard lights ahead?

Reduce your speed and proceed with caution.

Reduce your speed so you can see what happened.

Neither option is correct.

36.

[ Additional Driving Laws / Rules ]

If your driver's license is suspended, once the suspension period has ended, what must you do to apply for a new driver's license?

You must show proof of financial responsibility.

Neither option is correct.

You must show a copy of your previous driver's license.

37.

[ 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.

38.

[ Handling Emergencies ]

You are traveling in snowy weather. Your steering begins to feel light and unresponsive. You should:

Release the accelerator to gradually slow down.

Brake hard immediately.

Turn the steering as far as you can to the right.

Increase speed.

Hint

39.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

Which of the following is true regarding blind pedestrians?

Blind pedestrians rely on the sound of your vehicle to know when it's safe to cross the street.

Follow standard right-of-way rules when it comes to blind pedestrians.

Blind pedestrians rely on someone else telling them when it is safe across the street.

40.

[ Special Driving Situations ]

You are on snow and about to begin moving. As you set off, you should:

Use the highest gear you can.

Quickly turn the steering to loosen the snow.

Leave your handbrake on.

Always use 1st gear.

Hint

41.

[ Occupant Protection ]

What is the correct way to wear a lap belt seatbelt?

The lap belt should lie across your hips with as much slack as possible for comfort.

The lap belt should be snug and lies low across your hips.

The lap belt should not be worn at all since it can cause greater injury in the case of a vehicle accident.

42.

[ Parking ]

When you back up to parallel park, at what degree angle should you back up at?

Approximately 20 degrees.

Approximately 45 degrees.

Approximately 75 degrees.

43.

[ Sharing the Road ]

It is against the law to follow how many feet behind an emergency vehicle while their emergency lights are activated?

1,000 feet.

500 feet.

300 feet.

44.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What is the correct interpretation of this traffic signal?

To yield to any pedestrians before continuing on.

To stop your vehicle entirely and to not continue forward.

To continue driving as long as you keep an eye out for other vehicles.

45.

[ Special Driving Situations ]

What is most commonly used to check the tread on your tires?

A penny.

A dime.

A quarter.

46.

[ Sharing the Road ]

Why should you be aware of long vehicles when at a junction or roundabout?

The driver of the long vehicle cannot see you.

Long vehicles require more space to manoeuvre.

Their bright colour may dazzle you.

It is more difficult for a heavy vehicle to stop for a signal.

Hint

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