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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Occupant Protection

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

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

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

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

Safe Driving Practices

You have turned into a sideroad and realise you have made a mistake. You should NOT:

Reverse onto the main road.

Keep going forward to find a safe place to turn around.

Perform a three-point turn manoeuvre.

Find an alternative route.

Visual Search

Why should you scan your surroundings while driving?

It allows you time to react if another driver makes mistakes.

It allows you to enjoy the scenery around you.

Neither option is correct.

Lane Control

Why type of roadway marking is typically used to indicate bike lanes?

A double yellow line.

A single solid white line.

A broken white line

Parking

Which of the following is an example of illegal parking

Parking next to a school.

At a red curb.

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

Traffic Controls

What is this sign indicating?

This sign indicates that a trolley is near by.

This sign indicates that a rest area is near by.

This sign indicates that there is a ski lodge near by.

Laws and Rules of the Road

Which is the correct definition of a roundabout?

A roundabout is an intersection where traffic travels around a central island in a counter-clockwise direction.

A roundabout is any place where one line of the roadway meets another roadway.

A roundabout is the part of the roadway set aside for pedestrian traffic.

Visual Search

What should you do before changing lanes?

Increase speed and change lanes.

Increase speed and give a signal before changing lanes.

Look into your rearview mirror for nearby vehicles.

Lane Control

What lane number is considered the fast lane?

Number 3

Number 1

Number 2

10.

Laws and Rules of the Road

What law requires you to remain stopped as long as a school bus has flashing red lights?

CVC 22454

CVC 597.7.

CVC 480.

11.

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

If you forfeit the citation fee, what is it the same as?

Pleading guilty.

Neither option is correct.

Pleading not guilty.

12.

Lane Control

If there are only two lanes, which lane should you choose for the smoothest driving?

The left lane.

Either lane is perfectly acceptable.

The right lane.

13.

Safe Driving Practices

When traveling behind another vehicle in fast moving traffic, what is a good rule-of-thumb for measuring a safe distance to the vehicle in front?

Always make sure you cannot read the license plate of the vehicle in front.

Leave at least a 2 second gap between you and the vehicle in front.

Always make sure you can read the license plate of the vehicle in front.

You can fit at least 2 other cars in the gap between you.

14.

Lane Control

Where are bike lanes typically located?

There are no designated bike lanes in the state of California.

Alongside the interstate.

Alongside streets adjacent to vehicle traffic.

15.

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?

To avoid an uneven road surface or an icy patch.

Cyclists like to show off.

To get a better view of the road ahead.

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

16.

Alcohol and Drugs

You are driving down the road after having left the liquor store. The items you bought are in the front passenger seat. Is this legal?

No, this is not legal. You cannot have any form of alcohol in the vehicle.

Yes, this is legal as long as the alcohol is sealed and, full, and unopened.

No, this is not legal as you cannot have unsealed alcohol containers within arm's reach.

17.

Parking

What is parallel parking?

A driving technique that allows you to park adjacent to a public transit bus lane lawfully.

A driving technique that allows you to park parallel to the road in line with other vehicles.

A driving technique that allows you to park parallel to an interstate in the event that you are tired from driving.

18.

Handling Emergencies

Which of the following the Freeway Service Patrol not provide assistance with?

Tow your motorcycle.

Towing your vehicle to a location approved by the California Highway Patrol.

Change a flat tire.

19.

Sharing the Road

On a divided highway with 4 or more traffic lanes in one direction, what lane do large trucks typically drive in?

The left lost lane.

The lane just to the left of the right most lane.

Any lane they choose, as long as they maintain the posted speed limit.

20.

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

What should you do if you purchase a vehicle from another state?

Ensure that it drives properly.

Neither option is correct.

Ensure that it meets California's smog laws.

21.

Handling Emergencies

What do you need to provide to the Emergency Notification System if you have to call them due to your vehicle stalling on railroad tracks?

The year and make of your vehicle.

Neither option is correct as you do not call the Emergency Notification System in this situation

Your location and the railroad crossing number if posted.

22.

Traffic Controls

What is this sign indicating?

Traffic signal ahead.

Stop ahead.

No traffic signal ahead.

23.

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.

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

Check traffic behind and beside you.

24.

Driver Readiness

You are traveling through a residential street. What should you be particularly aware of?

Truck drivers.

Children playing in the street.

Cars unexpectedly pulling out.

Loud noises coming from houses.

25.

Traffic Controls

After stopping at a flashing red traffic signal, what should you do?

Wait until an official clears you to proceed.

Proceed with caution and observe the right-of-way rules.

You must wait until the light turns green.

26.

Handling Emergencies

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

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.

Stay in your vehicle and call for help.

27.

Handling Emergencies

If you are involved in an accident where no one was injured, how long do you have to notify the Department of Motor Vehicles?

90 days.

10 days.

30 days.

28.

Traffic Controls

What is this sign indicating?

No right turn.

No U-turns allowed.

No left turn.

29.

Lane Control

What lane should you generally drive in at all times unless otherwise posted?

The lane that is very congested with traffic.

The lane with the smoothest flow of traffic.

Neither option is correct.

30.

Traffic Controls

What does a solid green traffic signal mean?

It means proceed with caution

It means Stop

It means Go

31.

Special Driving Situations

Braking harshly on a wet or icy road may cause:

Better steering control.

Improved wheel grip.

The vehicle to slow down normally.

The vehicle to skid and lose control.

32.

Visual Search

At intersections what should you do?

Look to the left first

Look to the right.

Both options are correct.

33.

Traffic Controls

What does this sign normally indicate?

A police vehicle.

A hazardous vehicle.

Slow moving vehicle.

34.

Laws and Rules of the Road

What is the correct definition of a crosswalk?

A crosswalk is the part of the roadway set aside for pedestrian traffic.

Neither option is correct.

A crosswalk is the part of roadway set aside for vehicle traffic.

35.

Safe Driving Practices

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

Consult with your local fuel station.

No need to plan, just follow the signs.

Use a map or route planner.

Read your local newspaper.

36.

Traffic Controls

What is the correct interpretation of this sign?

This sign means that you cannot do a certain action.

Slow down and stop.

Stop at the intersection before proceeding with caution.

37.

Special Driving Situations

When driving on snow, you should:

Rev the engine higher.

Drive as quickly as possible.

Use the highest possible gear for your speed.

Use the lowest possible gear for your speed.

38.

Visual Search

Before changing lanes, what should you do?

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

Increase your speed and quickly change lanes.

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

39.

Laws and Rules of the Road

What also can be classified as an intersection?

Alleys.

Both options are correct.

Cross streets.

40.

Handling Emergencies

You are traveling along a snowy or icy road in a vehicle without anti-lock brakes. You apply the brakes and your vehicle begins to skid. What should you do?

Let go of the steering.

Increase speed.

Brake hard immediately.

Release the brakes.

41.

Special Driving Situations

A typical stopping distance of a vehicle in dry weather is approximately __________ the distance of a vehicle in ICY or SNOWY weather.

A third (33%)

A tenth (10%).

The same as

Half (50%)

42.

Handling Emergencies

Another road user pulls out of a junction into your path. You should:

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

Use your horn to let them know you're annoyed.

Slow down and hold back to allow them to get clear.

Flash your headlights at the other road user to get them to accelerate more quickly.

43.

Lane Control

What is the correct interpretation of this diagram?

Broken yellow line indicates that you may pass if it can be done so safely.

No passing if the solid yellow line is on your side.

Double solid lines indicates that you may not pass.

44.

Laws and Rules of the Road

What is the correct course of action when it comes to traffic signs that are indicating pedestrians?

Acknowledge them at your discretion, as they are not required by law.

Obey them as they are there to ensure the safety of pedestrians.

Ignore them, as they are meant for pedestrians and not drivers.

45.

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

If an individual is from out of state, once they receive a job or become a resident, how long do they have to register their vehicle with the state of California?

20 days.

7 days.

5 days.

46.

Laws and Rules of the Road

At intersections without a STOP or YIELD signs, what action is correct?

Slow down and be ready to stop.

Neither option is correct.

Proceed like normal.

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