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:

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Some questions may have more than one answer, a note will be displayed when to do this.
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[ Handling Emergencies ]

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

Neither option is correct.

Reduce your speed and proceed with caution.

Reduce your speed so you can see what happened.

[ Driver Readiness ]

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

Plan your journey to take sufficient breaks.

Do not begin a journey if you are already tired.

Rest on the hard shoulder of the freeway.

Eat a heavy meal before the journey.

Hint

[ Handling Emergencies ]

What can you do to dry your brakes in the event that they become wet?

Increase how often you brake, as the more you brake, the hotter your brakes become.

Increase your speed, as the faster you go, the hotter your brakes become.

Press the accelerator and the brake pedals at the same time lightly.

[ Alcohol and Drugs ]

If you have been drinking, and your BAC is below legal limits, which of the following is true?

It is entirely safe to drive.

You may still show impairments, even though you are below the legal limit.

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

[ Additional Driving Laws / Rules ]

If you are under the age of 18 and you are in a vehicle accident, which of the following is true?

Your parents or guardians may be liable for civil damagers.

Both options are correct.

You may be fined for the damages.

[ Handling Emergencies ]

What should you do in the event that you begin to skid while driving on ice?

Slam on your brakes.

Increase your speed to create more traction.

Ease off of the accelerator.

[ 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.

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

Neither option is correct.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

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

Both

Always decrease speed.

Always signal.

[ 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.

10.

[ Additional Driving Laws / Rules ]

Which of the following is true regarding funeral processions?

Funeral processions have the right-of-way.

Neither option is correct.

Funeral processions never have the right-of-way.

11.

[ Lane Control ]

What do double 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 in the same direction.

They mark traffic lanes going in the same direction.

12.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What is the correct interpretation of this sign?

You must slow down and be ready to stop.

You must stop at the limit line before proceeding.

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

13.

[ Driver Readiness ]

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

Drink alcohol to boost alertness.

Take a break for 15 minutes every 2 hours.

Avoid long journeys during the night when natural alertness is minimum.

Stop in a safe place if you feel sleepy.

Hint

14.

[ Handling Emergencies ]

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

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

Keep your eyes on the road.

Stop and turn off the ignition.

15.

[ Lane Control ]

What are sharrows?

A route for bicyclists on streets shared with vehicle traffic.

A route that alerts traffic that bicyclists are allowed to occupy the travel lane.

A route that is for the exclusive use of bicyclists.

16.

[ 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.

Increase speed.

Brake hard immediately.

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

Hint

17.

[ 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?

You will face life imprisonment.

Your driving privilege will be revoked for one year.

No actions will be taken against you.

18.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What is this sign indicating?

Neither option is correct.

That two way traffic is now allowed on this road.

That two way traffic is going to be head.

19.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What other information may be included on this sign?

No other information is ever included with this sign.

This sign may be show with or without words.

This sign may appear in different colors to indicate the severity of the action.

20.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

What is the correct definition of a pedestrian?

There is no definition for a pedestrian in the state of California.

A pedestrian is a person on foot who uses a conveyance.

Any individual using a vehicle to travel.

21.

[ Parking ]

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

Leave your headlights on.

Leave your fog lights on.

Leave your parking lights on.

Never leave any lights switched on.

Hint

22.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

If a vehicle is stopped at a crosswalk, what is the correct course of action to pass the vehicle?

You may pass as long as you proceed with caution.

Ensure that no pedestrians are in front of that vehicle.

You are not allowed to pass a vehicle at a crosswalk.

23.

[ Alcohol and Drugs ]

You and two passengers are pulled over by a police officer. Your backseat passenger has an open container of alcohol that they are actively drinking. Is this against the law?

No, as the driver is not the one holding or actively drinking the open container of alcohol.

Neither option is correct.

Yes, as all open containers of alcohol must be kept in the trunk, or where passengers are not seated.

24.

[ Visual Search ]

You want to reverse your car but cannot see if it is safe. You should NOT:

Glance over your shoulders to check blindspots.

Get out of your vehicle and check before moving.

Use your horn and reverse slowly.

Ask for assistance from a passenger or passer-by.

Hint

25.

[ Visual Search ]

Before changing lanes, what should you do?

Increase your speed and quickly change lanes.

Look over your should to make sure you aren't going to collide with another vehicle.

Decrease your speed suddenly, give a turn signal, then merge into the other lane.

26.

[ Occupant Protection ]

Until what age is a rear-facing child passenger restraint system required?

3 years old.

2 years old.

4 years old.

27.

[ Sharing the Road ]

Which of the following is an example of when you can pass a light-rail vehicle?

Neither option is correct.

When you are on a one-way street.

When the light-rail vehicle is in your way, and you need to get over.

28.

[ Sharing the Road ]

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

3 feet.

2 feet.

1 foot.

29.

[ Lane Control ]

What is the correct definition of a bicycle lane?

Neither option is correct

A designated traffic lane for bicyclists defined by pavement markings and signage.

A section of the interstate where bicyclists are allowed to be.

30.

[ Sharing the Road ]

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

Long vehicles require more space to manoeuvre.

Their bright colour may dazzle you.

The driver of the long vehicle cannot see you.

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

Hint

31.

[ Lane Control ]

Which lane should you drive in if you plan on making a right turn?

The left most lane.

The middle lane.

The right most lane.

32.

[ Sharing the Road ]

When you are in a construction zone, what should you not do?

Stop and watch the road work.

Obey special signs.

Obey instructions from the flaggers present.

33.

[ Special Driving Situations ]

What should you do if you are driving and there is heavy fog or smoke?

Increase your following distance to other vehicles.

Both options are correct.

The best advice is to not travel in those conditions.

34.

[ Parking ]

What does a red parking colored curb indicate?

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

No stopping, standing, or parking is permitted.

Stop no longer than the time posted to load/unload passengers or freight.

35.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What does a solid green traffic signal mean?

It means Go

It means proceed with caution

It means Stop

36.

[ 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.

37.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

Where are you required to stop, because of a stop light or sign?

You must stop before the stop line, sign, or signal.

Before the crosswalk.

Both options are correct.

38.

[ 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.

A three sided red sign.

An eight sided red sign.

39.

[ Special Driving Situations ]

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

A penny.

A dime.

A quarter.

40.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

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

Hands positioned at 8 and 4 o'clock.

Hands positioned 9 and 3 o'clock.

Both options are correct.

41.

[ Special Driving Situations ]

You are traveling in heavy traffic in wet weather. Rain and spray from the road are limiting visibility. You should: (Select all that apply)

Use your fog lights if visibility is below 100m.

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

Use dipped headlights.

Use your flashing hazard lights.

Hint

42.

[ Lane Control ]

What is the correct interpretation of this sign?

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

Both options are correct.

The left lane is the designated HOV lane.

43.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What is this sign indicating?

T Intersection.

Slippery when wet.

Curve.

44.

[ Driver Readiness ]

If you are dazzled by bright sunlight, you should:

Turn your head and face away from the road.

Close your eyes until the dazzling goes away.

Slow down, and if necessary stop.

Speed up to get through the dazzle as quickly as possible.

Hint

45.

[ Parking ]

What is the penalty for abusing disabled placards?

A misdemeanor charge.

A fine of up to $1,000.

Both options are correct.

46.

[ Driver Readiness ]

Which of the following is correct regarding emotions and driving?

Neither option is correct.

Your emotions have no relation to how well you drive.

Emotions can affect the way that you drive.

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