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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[ Sharing the Road ]

Which of the following can you do to prevent other drivers from becoming angry?

Both options are correct.

Do not tailgate other drivers.

Using your horn for non-emergencies.

[ 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.

No stopping, standing, or parking is permitted.

This parking is only permitted for those with a disabled placard or license plate.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What is this sign indicating?

Curve

Added lane.

Merging traffic.

[ Handling Emergencies ]

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

Keep your eyes on the road.

Apply the breaks.

Stop and turn off of the ignition.

[ Additional Driving Laws / Rules ]

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

Neither option is correct.

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

By signing, you promise to appear in traffic court.

[ Sharing the Road ]

The rider of the motorcycle in front of you is holding their arm out straight to the left as shown in the picture. 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 is reversing.

The vehicle shall move to the right or turn right.

Hint

[ Lane Control ]

When passing a vehicle, what is not allowed?

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

Check traffic behind and beside you.

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

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

You MUST NOT reverse your vehicle:

Without using your horn to warn other road users.

Without someone to act as a guide.

Further than is necessary.

Into a side road.

Hint

[ Special Driving Situations ]

When should you switch off your fog lights?

Visibility is greater than 2000 feet.

When visibility is greater than 1000 feet.

When visibility is greater than 500 feet.

When visibility is greater than 200 feet.

Hint

10.

[ Traffic Controls ]

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

Stop at the yellow line.

Stop at the broken white line.

Stop at the solid white line.

11.

[ Sharing the Road ]

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

Drive around as quickly as possible.

Use your horn to warn the rider of our presence.

Overtake slowly if it is safe to do so.

Flash your headlights at the horse rider.

Hint

12.

[ 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.

13.

[ Alcohol and Drugs ]

You are under the age of 21, and you are caught with an unopened, sealed container of alcohol in your vehicle. Is this lawful?

Yes, as the alcohol container is not opened.

Yes, as long as the container of alcohol is in the trunk.

No, this is not legal as you cannot have any form of alcohol in the vehicle when you are under the age of 21.

14.

[ Traffic Controls ]

This type of sign is often paired with which of the following signs?

A railroad crossing sign.

A traffic light.

A yield sign.

15.

[ Parking ]

How long until your vehicle may be removed if it is stopped on the freeway?

4 hours.

1 hour.

24 hours.

16.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What is the correct course of action in the event that the traffic signal is not working?

Proceed cautiously as if the intersection is controlled by a stop sign in all directions

You are allowed to make unprotected turns at your discretion.

You are allowed to make protected turns. Proceed with the right-of-way rules in mind.

17.

[ Visual Search ]

You are traveling along a road and you see a car reversing out from a driveway on the left. You should:

Speed up to get by the reversing vehicle.

Keep going as you have priority.

Use your horn, slow down and be prepared to stop.

Move to the right and overtake.

Hint

18.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

If you choose to drive slower than normal at any other time, what lane do you not drive in?

Lane One

Lane Two

Lane Three

19.

[ Lane Control ]

Which of the following is true when passing vehicles at crossroads and railroad crossings?

It is dangerous to pass vehicles at these points.

It is not dangerous to pass vehicles at these points as long as you use caution.

It is not dangerous to pass other vehicles at these points.

20.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

What should you do if you have to stop in a tunnel?

Keep as close to the vehicle in front as possible.

Brake as quickly as possible to reduce time spent idle.

Open your windows to improve ventilation.

Leave at least a 5 meter gap between you and the vehicle in front.

Hint

21.

[ Vehicle Positioning ]

When you are on a city street, how much space should you leave to merge, cross, enter/exit traffic?

3 seconds.

A full city block.

Half of a city block.

22.

[ Sharing the Road ]

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

When you are on a one-way street.

Neither option is correct.

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

23.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What is the correct interpretation of this sign?

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

Both A and B.

This sign means that you are approaching a railroad crossing.

24.

[ Lane Control ]

Which of the following is true regarding bicycle lane?

Neither options are correct.

It is illegal to drive in a bicycle lane, unless under certain circumstances.

It is legal to drive your vehicle in all bicycle lanes.

25.

[ Handling Emergencies ]

What should you do in the event that your vehicle stalls or becomes disabled on railroad tracks?

Stay in your vehicle and call for help.

Attempt to push your car off of the railroad tracks before the train arrives.

Exit your vehicle immediately and dial 9-1-1 when you are from the railroad tracks.

26.

[ Parking ]

Where is it acceptable to park and leave your vehicle? (Select all that apply)

On-street areas marked out by yellow zig zag lines along the road.

On-street areas marked out by double yellow lines.

In off-street parking areas.

On-street parking bays marked out by white lines.

Hint

27.

[ Lane Control ]

Which lane is generally the smoothest to drive in?

The right most lane

The middle lane

The left most lane

28.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

When traveling at night, your vehicles headlights MUST be switched on. For this purpose, night time is defined as:

The period between half an hour after sunset and half an hour before sunrise.

Between 8pm and 8am.

Whenever the sun is not visible in the sky.

Whenever the street lights are switched on.

Hint

29.

[ 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.

30.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What is the correct interpretation of this sign?

This sign means that you cannot do a certain action.

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

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

31.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

Unregistered and untaxed vehicles can only be used:

Between 10pm and 6am.

On quiet roads with little traffic.

When the vehicle is off-road on private land and NEVER uses a public road.

When the driver or rider has an appropriate license.

Hint

32.

[ 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?

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

Revoke your driver's license.

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

33.

[ Occupant Protection ]

Pregnant women should do the following regarding a harness style seatbelt?

No harness should be worn because it can cause greater injury.

The harness should be placed between the breasts and to the side of the abdomen's bulge.

The harness should be worn across the breasts and over the abdomen's bulge.

34.

[ Sharing the Road ]

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

2 feet.

3 feet.

1 foot.

35.

[ Alcohol and Drugs ]

If an officer suspects you of being under the influence of drugs and/or alcohol, and you refuse to submit to a test, what can happen?

The driver would face no penalty as the law does not legally require you to submit these tests.

The driver will face additional points on their license if they refuse to submit to these tests.

The driver would be subject to longer driver's license suspensions.

36.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

When may you flash your headlights at another road user?

To signal another stationary road user that they can proceed.

When another road user annoys you.

To alert other road users of your presence.

To warn oncoming drivers of a hidden police patrol.

Hint

37.

[ Alcohol and Drugs ]

Which of the following is true regarding alcohol and/or drugs and driving?

Alcohol and drugs have no affect on your driving abilities.

It is encouraged to take drugs or drink alcohol prior to driving.

Alcohol and/or drugs impair your judgement and driving abilities.

38.

[ Lane Control ]

What is a buffered bike lane?

A lane that provides greater separation from adjacent vehicle traffic.

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

Neither option is correct.

39.

[ Handling Emergencies ]

You are traveling along a wet road. How can you tell if your tires are no longer gripping the road?

Your speed decreases unexpectedly.

Your speed increases unexpectedly.

The steering becomes light and unresponsive.

The engine becomes louder.

Hint

40.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

When should you NOT reverse from a side road into a main road?

At any time.

If you don't have another person acting as a guide.

If there is traffic on the main road.

When a pedestrian is waiting to cross the road.

Hint

41.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What is this sign indicating?

Directional arrow.

Lane ending.

End divided highway.

42.

[ Traffic Controls ]

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

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

Increase your speed to beat the train before it crosses.

Continue forward without reducing speed.

43.

[ Driver Readiness ]

What can fatigue or drowsiness affect?

Your vision.

The speed of your vehicle.

Neither option is correct.

44.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What is the correct course of action when you see a solid yellow traffic signal?

Stop if it is safe to do so, otherwise slow down and proceed through the intersection with caution.

Stop under all circumstances and wait for the red light.

Stop and look for pedestrians, then proceed with caution.

45.

[ 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.

46.

[ Parking ]

What does a white parking colored curb indicate?

Stop only long enough to pick up/drop off passengers or mail.

No stopping is allowed at this curb.

Park for a limited time as indicated by the sign.

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