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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[ Traffic Controls ]

What is the correct course of action if you see a sign that states "Wrong Way"?

Back out or turn around and return to the correct side of the road.

This sign indicates that danger is ahead.

Slow down and be ready to stop.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

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

Yield to traffic and any pedestrians.

Slow down and be ready to stop.

Both options are correct.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

Which steering method is recommended when backing up?

One hand steering.

Hand-over-hand steering.

Hand-to-Hand steering

[ Driver Readiness ]

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

Plan your journey to take sufficient breaks.

Rest on the hard shoulder of the freeway.

Do not begin a journey if you are already tired.

Eat a heavy meal before the journey.

Hint

[ Alcohol and Drugs ]

If you are convicted of DUI for the first time, in addition to having driving privileges suspended, what also may you be required to do?

Neither option is correct.

You will be required to complete a DUI program.

Nothing, as the suspension of driving privileges is enough of a punishment.

[ Vehicle Positioning ]

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

Keep close to the vehicle in front.

Use your high-beam headlights.

Use your flashing hazard lights.

Keep a safer distance from the vehicle in front.

Hint

[ Traffic Controls ]

What does a solid green traffic signal mean?

It means Go

It means Stop

It means proceed with caution

[ Alcohol and Drugs ]

What is the purpose of an IID?

A type of headlight that allows you to see better at night.

To prevent you from starting your vehicle if there is alcohol on your breath.

A device designed purely to make driving more difficult.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

When might you want to slow down instead of traveling at the speed limit? (Select all that apply)

In poor weather conditions.

When you are coming up to a blind bend in the road.

Coming up to junctions where other road users may pull out with little warning.

On an empty road in good weather.

Hint

10.

[ Occupant Protection ]

Pregnant women should do the following regarding a lap belt seatbelt?

The lap belt is optional because of pregnancy.

The lap belt must be worn with as little slack as possible for comfort.

The lap belt should be worn as low as possible under the abdomen.

11.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What is the correct interpretation of this sign?

This sign means that you are entering a roundabout.

This sign means that you are entering an Emergency Only road.

This sign means that you are approaching a railroad crossing.

12.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

What is required to do when approaching a crosswalk?

Reduce your speed and exercise caution.

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

Both options are correct.

13.

[ Sharing the Road ]

Which of these light signals implies the car is reversing or will reverse?

Hint

14.

[ Special Driving Situations ]

If there is not a speed limit posted before a curve, which should you do?

Judge how sharp the curve is and increase your speed.

Judge how sharp the curve is and make no speed adjustment.

Judge how sharp the curve is and adjust your speed.

15.

[ 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.

Slow down and proceed with caution.

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

16.

[ Sharing the Road ]

What is a LSV?

A type of public transit.

A low-speed vehicle.

A neighborhood electric vehicle.

17.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What is this sign indicating?

Lane ending.

End divided highway.

Directional arrow.

18.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

What does it mean when a blind pedestrian pulls in their cane and steps away from the crosswalk?

It means nothing as this is a common gesture.

It means that they are not going to cross.

It generally means for you to go.

19.

[ Handling Emergencies ]

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

Your speed increases unexpectedly.

The engine becomes louder.

The steering becomes light and unresponsive.

Your speed decreases unexpectedly.

Hint

20.

[ 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.

21.

[ Occupant Protection ]

A driver begins to eat something that they just bought a restaurant. Is this a distraction?

No, as long as the driver is keeping their eyes on the road, it is not a distraction.,

No, the driver purchased the items and has the right to eat it before it gets cold.

Yes, as the driver can become distracted while eating.

22.

[ 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.

23.

[ Parking ]

What does a yellow parking colored curb indicate?

No stopping is allowed at this curb.

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

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

24.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What is this sign indicating?

This sign indicates that a trolley is near by.

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

This sign indicates that a rest area is near by.

25.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

When you are signalling before making a manoeuvre, you should always:

Watch out for signals given by other road users and proceed only when you are satisfied that it is safe.

Begin your manoeuvre immediately as you have right of way.

Use your hazard lights to alert other road users.

Keep signalling for about a minute before you manoeuvre as a warning.

Hint

26.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

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

Always decrease speed.

Always signal.

Both

27.

[ Additional Driving Laws / Rules ]

What California penal code prohibits an individual from obstructing or interfering with a funeral procession?

CVC 2817.

CVC 2852

CVC 480.

28.

[ Parking ]

What does a blue parking colored curb indicate?

No stopping, standing, or parking is permitted.

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.

29.

[ Additional Driving Laws / Rules ]

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

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

Neither option is correct.

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

30.

[ Parking ]

How many inches should your vehicle be from the curve when you have finished parallel parking?

No further than 6 inches.

No further than 18 inches.

No further than 24 inches

31.

[ Lane Control ]

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

Neither option is correct.

The lane that is very congested with traffic.

The lane with the smoothest flow of traffic.

32.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

While pedestrians have the right-of-way, what is also required of them?

Pedestrians are not required to abide by the rules of the road.

Pedestrians have their own set of rules that they must abide to since they are not in a vehicle.

Pedestrians must abide by the rules of the road.

33.

[ Sharing the Road ]

There are sheep in the road. What should you do?

Slow down and be ready to stop if necessary.

Speed up to get around them more quickly.

Turn around and find another route.

Use your horn.

Hint

34.

[ Driver Readiness ]

Which of the following is correct regarding emotions and driving?

Emotions can affect the way that you drive.

Neither option is correct.

Your emotions have no relation to how well you drive.

35.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

While driving slower than normal, under what circumstance may you be cited?

When you block normal and reasonable movement.

You will not be cited because you may have to drive slower under certain circumstances.

Neither option is correct.

36.

[ Additional Driving Laws / Rules ]

How far can your cargo extend before you are required to use a 12 inch red or orange square flag to indicate the wideness of the load?

4 feet beyond the back rear bumper.

5 feet beyond the back rear bumper.

2 feet beyond the back rear bumper.

37.

[ Handling Emergencies ]

Which of the following is one of the most common causes of collisions?

Unsafe speeds.

Both options are correct.

Improper turns.

38.

[ Driver Readiness ]

How frequently is it recommended to have your vision checked?

Biennially

Annually

Both options are correct.

39.

[ Turns ]

What should you not do when making a left turn?

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

Look over your left shoulder.

Decrease your speed.

40.

[ Visual Search ]

What do you do if a vehicle merges in front of you too closely?

Switch to another lane and pass that vehicle for merging too closely.

Increase your speed.

Decrease your speed.

41.

[ Additional Driving Laws / Rules ]

Which of the following is true regarding funeral processions?

Funeral processions never have the right-of-way.

Funeral processions have the right-of-way.

Neither option is correct.

42.

[ Sharing the Road ]

Which of these are hazards you should be aware of on residential streets? (Select all that apply)

Car doors opening.

Pedestrians.

Children running out from behind parked cars.

Vehicles moving off.

Hint

43.

[ 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 avoid an obstacle, such as a drain cover.

Cyclists like to show off.

To get a better view of the road ahead.

Hint

44.

[ Traffic Controls ]

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

Increase your speed to beat the train before it crosses.

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

Continue forward without reducing speed.

45.

[ Alcohol and Drugs ]

Consuming alcohol will have the following effect: (Select all that apply)

Reduce driving ability, even if you're below the legal limit.

Affect judgement of speed, distance and risk.

Take time to leave your body making you unfit to drive even hours later.

Improve co-ordination and reaction times.

Hint

46.

[ Parking ]

When parking uphill or downhill, with no curb, what way should you turn your wheels?

Away from the curb.

Towards the curb.

Towards the shoulder of the road.

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