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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Laws and Rules of the Road

If you are approaching a school safety patrol, what should you do?

Neither option is correct as most schools do not have school safety patrols.

Obey their directions.

Ignore them and continue observing the rules of the road.

Occupant Protection

Under what circumstances are seatbelts required to be worn?

At all times.

When there are more than two occupants in a vehicle.

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

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.

Nothing will happen, since nobody was injured.

Neither option is correct.

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.

Vehicles moving off.

Pedestrians.

Parking

What California penal code allows a vehicle to be removed after 4 hours?

CVC 480.

CVC 597.7.

CVC 22651.

Sharing the Road

The rider of the motorcycle in front of you is holding their arm out straight to the right as shown in the picture. What do you expect the vehicle to do next?

The vehicle is reversing.

The vehicle is braking.

The vehicle shall move to the right or turn right.

The vehicle shall move to the left or turn left.

Lane Control

What do double white lines indicate on a roadway?

They mark traffic lanes going in the same direction.

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.

Safe Driving Practices

What should you do in the event that it is too bright for your signal lights to be seen easily?

Neither option is correct.

Use hand-and-arm positions to indicate what you are doing.

Slow down and proceed with caution.

Lane Control

If you are driving slowly on a two lane road, how many vehicles must be behind you before you are required to turn into a turnout area?

1 vehicle.

5 vehicles

3 vehicles.

10.

Special Driving Situations

If your vehicle is stationary and is likely to remain so for more than a couple of minutes, you should reduce emissions and noise pollution by:

Switching off your engine.

Revving your engine to keep it warm.

Checking your tires.

Switching off any radios you have.

11.

Sharing the Road

Which of these vehicles might not take the normal route through a roundabout?

Vans

Motorcycles

Long vehicles

Cars

12.

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

13.

Lane Control

What is a bike route?

A lane that provides greater separation from adjacent vehicle traffic.

A route for bicyclists on streets shared with vehicle traffic.

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

14.

Alcohol and Drugs

If you are driving a vehicle that requires a CDL, what is the minimum level of BAC before it becomes unlawful to drive?

0.0004

0.0001

0.0005

15.

Traffic Controls

When you see a solid green traffic signal turn to a solid yellow traffic signal, what should you do?

Stop if you can safely, otherwise, cross the intersection with caution.

Yield to oncoming traffic.

Drive forward without reducing speed, observing the right-of-way rules.

16.

Visual Search

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

It prevents you from seeing potential hazards ahead of you.

It is a good habit to develop as it decreases the chances of an accident.

Neither option is correct.

17.

Turns

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

On a one-way street

When other vehicles may hit you.

If there are no vehicles approaching you within 200 feet.

18.

Turns

What should you not do when making a left turn?

Cut the corner of the lane belonging to the vehicles coming towards you.

Decrease your speed.

Look over your left shoulder.

19.

Lane Control

What lane is considered the left most lane?

Number 2

Number 3

Number 1

20.

Traffic Controls

What does this sign mean?

No entry to all traffic.

Stop at the junction.

No entry to only vehicular traffic.

Tunnel ahead.

21.

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

If an individual is convicted of causing serious bodily injury during the course of a police pursuit, what is a potential consequence?

A fine no less than $1,000.

A fine no less than $2,000.

A fine no less than $3,000.

22.

Safe Driving Practices

Before making a manoeuvre, changing direction, slowing down or moving off you should always: (Select all that apply)

Use an arm signal to emphasise or reinforce your signal if necessary.

Flash your headlights to warn other road users.

Give clear signals in plenty of time, having checked it is not misleading to signal at that time.

Switch on your hazard lights.

23.

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.

24.

Turns

To make a right turn, what should you drive close to?

The center of the road.

The left side of the road.

The right side of the road.

25.

Laws and Rules of the Road

Which of the following does a roundabout not have?

A roadway.

Neither option is correct.

Bicycle ways.

26.

Safe Driving Practices

Before beginning a journey, how can you best plan your route?

Consult with your local fuel station.

Read your local newspaper.

No need to plan, just follow the signs.

Use a map or route planner.

27.

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

In the event that you are convicted of a hit-and-run accident that resulted in injury, what may the Department of Motor Vehicles do?

Penalize you with additional points depending on the severity of the injury.

Revoke your driver's license.

Do nothing as the Department of Motor Vehicles has no authority over accidents.

28.

Safe Driving Practices

What can cause a vehicle to skid? (Select all that apply)

Driving slowly and carefully.

Accelerating quickly.

Braking quickly.

Steering harshly.

29.

Laws and Rules of the Road

Which of the following is correct?

Proceed as normal when entering a crosswalk with pedestrians entering.

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

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

30.

Visual Search

In this image, what does the red area visualize?

What is ahead.

What is behind you.

Blind spots.

31.

Traffic Controls

What does a white rectangular sign normally indicate?

That you must consider following these rules, as they are entirely optional.

There are no white rectangular signs in the state of California.

That you must obey important rules.

32.

Sharing the Road

A farmer is herding sheep across the road and has asked you to stop your vehicle until he has finished. You should:

Ignore the farmer as he has no authority.

Stop and turn your engine off until directed to continue.

Keep going as you have right of way.

Use your horn to get the sheep to move faster.

33.

Safe Driving Practices

When may you use your vehicle's horn? (Select all that apply)

On am empty road in a built up area between 11.30pm and 7am.

When another road user annoys you.

To alert other road users of your presence.

When another road user poses a danger.

34.

Parking

What does a blue parking colored curb indicate?

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.

No stopping, standing, or parking is permitted.

35.

Sharing the Road

You are reversing your car and a pedestrian starts walking behind you. You should:

Rev your engine to show your annoyance.

Keep going as you have right of way.

Stop and wait for the pedestrian to finish crossing.

Use your horn to get pedestrian to move out of the way.

36.

Parking

Which of the following is an example of illegal parking

Parking next to a school.

When a peace officer requires you to park off of the freeway.

At a red curb.

37.

Occupant Protection

Which of the following is true when a child is seated next to a side air bag?

The child may be at serious risk of injury or fatal injury.

There is no risk associated with seating a child next to a side airbag.

You are encouraged to seat your child next to a side air bag.

38.

Laws and Rules of the Road

Which of the following must you do when driving through a crosswalk?

Ensure that all pedestrians have crossed, and proceed with caution.

Increase your speed so you may pass over the crosswalk before the pedestrians do.

Do not change your speed and proceed like normal, regardless of whether or not pedestrians are attempting to cross.

39.

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?

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

To get a better view of the road ahead.

To avoid an obstacle, such as a drain cover.

Cyclists like to show off.

40.

Lane Control

When driving on a freeway with multiple lanes, what should you not do?

Weave in and out of traffic.

Follow the posted speed.

Stay in the same lane as much as possible.

41.

Vehicle Positioning

You are driving along a freeway in wet weather. You should keep well back from the vehicle in front because:

Increase your ability to see and plan ahead.

Increase your ability to accelerate.

Decrease fuel consumption.

Reduce your typical stopping distance.

42.

Laws and Rules of the Road

What is a blind intersection?

There is no defined definition for a blind intersection.

A blind intersection is when there are no stop signs at any corner and you cannot see in either direction for 100 feet.

An area where a railroad crossing intersects with a roadway.

43.

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

If you purchase a vehicle from a private property, how long do you have to transfer the ownership of the vehicle?

30 days.

5 days.

10 days.

44.

Laws and Rules of the Road

What should you do if you see a stray animal on the roadway?

Honk your horn until it moves.

Swerve to miss the animal.

Slow down and/or stop if it is safe to do so.

45.

Vehicle Positioning

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

Use your high-beam headlights.

Use your flashing hazard lights.

Keep a safer distance from the vehicle in front.

Keep close to the vehicle in front.

46.

Sharing the Road

Which of the following is true regarding blind pedestrians?

They must be given the right-of-way at all times.

No special precautions are required.

Neither option is correct.

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