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.
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[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

Which of the following is the correct assumption regarding right-of-way rules?

There are no defined right-of-way rules.

Never assume that other drivers will give you the right-of-way.

Other drivers will always give you the right-of-way.

[ Sharing the Road ]

What is this diagram representing?

A slow moving vehicle.

A light-rail vehicle.

An emergency vehicle.

[ Alcohol and Drugs ]

If you are working for a rideshare service, and you are pulled over with a passenger in your vehicle, what is the minimum level of BAC before it becomes unlawful for you to drive?

0.0004

0.0001

0.0005

[ Alcohol and Drugs ]

Yourself, and your parent are in the vehicle when you are pulled over by a police officer. In the backseat of the vehicle, there is an unopened, sealed container of alcohol. Since you are the individual driving the vehicle, is it lawful for this container of alcohol to be in your vehicle?

No, as alcohol containers cannot be in your vehicle under any circumstance.

Neither option is correct.

Yes, as your parent is in the vehicle with you and is over the age of 21.

[ Traffic Controls ]

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

A solid green traffic signal.

A flashing yellow traffic signal.

A green arrow traffic signal.

[ Handling Emergencies ]

You are traveling along a wet 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

[ Traffic Controls ]

What is this sign indicating?

Directional arrow.

No turns are permitted.

There is a hospital ahead.

[ Sharing the Road ]

What does this diagram visualize?

A representation of how large a large truck is compared to regular vehicles.

The distance that other vehicles should drive from a large truck.

A large truck's blind stop.

[ Sharing the Road ]

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

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

Neither option is correct

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

10.

[ Visual Search ]

Which one of the following is correct when giving enough space to another vehicle?

Always increase your speed to overtake a vehicle attempting to enter a freeway.

Always increase your speed when driving along side other vehicles.

If possible and safe, make room for vehicles entering freeways.

11.

[ Visual Search ]

Why can backing up your vehicle be dangerous?

Backing your vehicle can be dangerous because you may not see behind your vehicle.

Backing your vehicle up is not dangerous in any circumstance.

Neither option is correct.

12.

[ 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.

13.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

What is required to do when approaching a crosswalk?

Reduce your speed and exercise caution.

Both options are correct.

Be prepared to stop to ensure the safety of the pedestrian.

14.

[ Occupant Protection ]

Which of the following is a type of visual distraction?

Keeping your eyes on the road.

Mind off of the road.

Eyes off of the road.

15.

[ Sharing the Road ]

Which of these should you avoid when driving around large trucks?

Lingering alongside a truck when they are passing.

Both of these options are correct.

Following too closely or tailgating.

16.

[ Additional Driving Laws / Rules ]

If you receive a ticket during a traffic stop, what is the purpose of the promise that you sign?

By signing, you promise to appear in traffic court.

By signing, you promise to admit fault for the citation.

Neither option is correct.

17.

[ Alcohol and Drugs ]

If you have an open container of alcohol, where must you keep it stored at in your vehicle?

In the trunk of your vehicle.

In your cup holder.

You are not allowed to have opened containers of alcohol in your vehicle under any circumstance.

18.

[ Parking ]

What does a red parking colored curb indicate?

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

No stopping, standing, or parking is permitted.

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

19.

[ 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.

Use your horn and reverse slowly.

Ask for assistance from a passenger or passer-by.

Glance over your shoulders to check blindspots.

Hint

20.

[ 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.

21.

[ Additional Driving Laws / Rules ]

If you willfully flee a peace officer attempting to pull you over, what is the consequence?

Neither option is correct.

Nothing will happen as they had no reason to stop you.

It is a misdemeanor punishable by imprisonment for no more than 1 year.

22.

[ Special Driving Situations ]

At what speed can your tires loss all contact with the road if there is a lot of water?

30 mph.

20 mph.

50 mph.

23.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

What also can be classified as an intersection?

Alleys.

Cross streets.

Both options are correct.

24.

[ Driver Readiness ]

If you are dazzled by bright sunlight, you should:

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

Slow down, and if necessary stop.

Close your eyes until the dazzling goes away.

Turn your head and face away from the road.

Hint

25.

[ 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.

26.

[ 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.

27.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

A road user in front of you is traveling slowly. You should:

Wait patiently at a safe distance behind them. Overtake when it is safe to do so.

Use your horn to tell them to speed up or move aside.

Travel as closely as possible behind them to let them know you want to overtake.

Flash your headlights to tell them to speed up or move aside.

Hint

28.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What is this sign indicating?

No left turn.

No U-turns allowed.

No right turn.

29.

[ Lane Control ]

When passing a vehicle, what is not allowed?

Drive off the paved road to pass another vehicle in the event that you cannot do it on the paved road.

Check traffic behind and beside you.

Look ahead for road conditions and traffic that may cause other vehicles to merge as well.

30.

[ Additional Driving Laws / Rules ]

Which of the following is one form of financial responsibility of your vehicle?

A deposit of $35,000 with the Department of Motor Vehicles.

A copy of your bank statement that shows you have at least $4,000 in it.

A blank cheque that you can use in the event that you are in a vehicle accident.

31.

[ 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?

Your driving privilege will be revoked for one year.

No actions will be taken against you.

You will face life imprisonment.

32.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What does this traffic symbol mean?

Caution.

To turn left.

To Stop.

33.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

You may use your hazard warning lights when you:

Need to warn other road users of an obstruction ahead.

To thank other drivers.

Park dangerously or illegally.

Are being towed on a freeway or unrestricted roadway.

Hint

34.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

What should you do when you are approaching a sign such as this?

Neither option is correct.

This sign indicates what animals inhabit this area.

This sign means to be alert for possible animals in the area.

35.

[ Handling Emergencies ]

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

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

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

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

36.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What does this sign mean?

Yield to other traffic.

No entry to all traffic.

Stop at the junction.

Pedestrian zone ahead.

Hint

37.

[ Lane Control ]

Which lane is generally the smoothest to drive in?

The middle lane

The right most lane

The left most lane

38.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

What is hand-to-hand steering also referred to as?

Push/pull steering.

Hand-over-hand steering.

One hand steering.

39.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What is this sign indicating?

That two way traffic is now allowed on this road.

That two way traffic is going to be head.

Neither option is correct.

40.

[ Sharing the Road ]

When you enter a construction zone, what should you do?

Be prepared to stop.

Both options are correct.

Reduce your speed.

41.

[ 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?

Nothing will happen, since nobody was injured.

Neither option is correct.

Your driving privilege will be suspended.

42.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

How much distance should be between your vehicle and your turn before you signal?

500 feet.

100 feet.

50 feet.

43.

[ Traffic Controls ]

If you are approaching a stop sign, you must do which of the following?

Stop at the solid white line.

Stop at the yellow line.

Stop at the broken white line.

44.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

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

To allow more time to react to developing hazards.

To reduce fuel consumption.

To avoid being dazzled by fog lights from other vehicles.

Brakes are less effective in foggy conditions.

Hint

45.

[ Special Driving Situations ]

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

Speed up to travel through it as quickly as possible.

Use your fog lights if necessary.

Check your mirrors and slow down.

Use your hazard lights to warn other drivers.

Hint

46.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

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

40 mph

25 mph

15 mph

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