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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Visual Search

Why should you scan your surroundings while driving?

Neither option is correct.

It allows you to enjoy the scenery around you.

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

Sharing the Road

Some of the most vulnerable road users are: (Select all that apply)

Motorcycle riders.

Car drivers.

Truck drivers.

Pedestrians.

Laws and Rules of the Road

When towing a vehicle or trailer, which lanes must you drive in?

Any lane as long as you are maintaining the posted speed.

The lane that is closest to the right side of the road.

Any lanes regardless of the circumstance, or posted speed.

Special Driving Situations

When driving on snow, why should you stay in a higher gear?

To reduce likelihood of wheel spin.

To allow for easier braking.

To consume less fuel.

To drive faster.

Occupant Protection

A child is sitting in the front seat with a rear facing child passenger restraint system. Is it lawful for the driver to allow this?

Yes, as long as the child is properly restrained in the passenger seat.

Neither option is correct.

No, this is not lawful. The child must be in the backseat if they are restrained in a rear facing child seat.

Laws and Rules of the Road

Where are you required to stop, because of a stop light or sign?

Both options are correct.

You must stop before the stop line, sign, or signal.

Before the crosswalk.

Handling Emergencies

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

Apply the breaks.

Keep your eyes on the road.

Stop and turn off of the ignition.

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.

The same as

A tenth (10%).

Half (50%)

A third (33%)

Safe Driving Practices

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

When another road user poses a danger.

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

To alert other road users of your presence.

When another road user annoys you.

10.

Safe Driving Practices

In normal circumstances, what is the safest way to use the brakes?

Slow down by reducing gear and using engine braking. Only brake as late as possible.

Sharply and as late as possible.

Slow down quickly as early as possible and then travel very slowly up to the stopping point.

Brake early and gently.

11.

Parking

Which of the following is an example of disabled placard abuse?

Using a placard after it has been reporting that it has been lost or stolen.

Using a placard issued to you by the Department of Motor Vehicles.

Neither option is correct.

12.

Sharing the Road

Which of the following is a way for a motorcyclist to increase their chances of being seen by other drivers?

Both options are correct.

Wearing a bright colored jacket.

Using high beam headlights during daylight hours.

13.

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.

Neither option is correct.

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

14.

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.

15.

Safe Driving Practices

You may use your hazard warning lights when you:

Are being towed on a freeway or unrestricted roadway.

To thank other drivers.

Need to warn other road users of an obstruction ahead.

Park dangerously or illegally.

16.

Lane Control

What is a center left turn lane?

A lane that is used for left turns on any roadway.

A lane that is located in the middle of a two-way street.

There are no left turn lanes indicated on a roadway.

17.

Handling Emergencies

What should you do if you are involved in a collision?

Argue with the other person, regardless of who caused it.

Stop and call 9-1-1 if anyone is hurt.

Leave the accident.

18.

Traffic Controls

What is the correct interpretation of this sign?

This sign indicates that you must make a full stop.

This sign indicates that you must yield.

This sign indicates that you are not allowed to do a certain action.

19.

Parking

What is parallel parking?

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

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.

20.

Parking

What should you do before backing up to parallel park?

Lift your foot off of the brake.

Both options are correct.

Check your mirrors.

21.

Sharing the Road

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

Overtake slowly if it is safe to do so.

Use your horn to warn the rider of our presence.

Drive around as quickly as possible.

Flash your headlights at the horse rider.

22.

Parking

Which of the following is an example of disabled placard abuse?

Using a placard issued to you by the Department of Motor Vehicles.

Loaning your placard to friends or family.

Both options are correct.

23.

Alcohol and Drugs

If you have an excessive BAC level, how long may you serve in jail for?

2 years.

1 month.

6 months.

24.

Occupant Protection

Why is it unlawful to leave a child or animal in an unattended car?

The car can rise to high temperatures quickly.

It is not unlawful to leave a child or animal unattended in a vehicle.

Neither option is correct.

25.

Safe Driving Practices

When should you reverse from a side road into a main road?

If there is no traffic on the main road.

When you have another person acting as a guide.

Never reverse onto a main road.

When there is a safe gap in the traffic. Use your horn to warn other vehicles.

26.

Turns

On a divided highway, when can you make a legal U-turn?

Neither option is correct.

An opening that is typically used for first responder use.

Only if an opening is provided in the center divider.

27.

Handling Emergencies

What is the number available for the Freeway Service Patrol?

5-1-1.

8-1-1.

9-1-1.

28.

Laws and Rules of the Road

What is the speed limit when you are in a business district?

55 mph, unless otherwise posted.

25 mph, unless otherwise posted.

35 mph, unless otherwise posted.

29.

Traffic Controls

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

Yield to oncoming traffic.

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

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

30.

Additional Driving Laws/Rules

You MUST NOT leave your vehicle unattended if:

Your vehicle has broken down.

Your vehicle's engine is running.

Your vehicle is unlocked.

Your vehicle is not immobilised.

31.

Laws and Rules of the Road

What also can be classified as an intersection?

Cross streets.

Both options are correct.

Alleys.

32.

Parking

How long of a parking space should you find before parallel parking?

1 foot longer than your vehicle.

3 feet longer than your vehicle.

2 feet longer than your vehicle.

33.

Sharing the Road

If you are needing to make a turn, and you must enter a bike lane to do so, how much distance can you drive into the bike lane?

500 feet.

1 mile.

200 feet.

34.

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

Which of the following is true regarding funeral processions?

Funeral processions have the right-of-way.

Neither option is correct.

Funeral processions never have the right-of-way.

35.

Laws and Rules of the Road

Under what circumstance must you drive slower?

Both options are correct.

When there is bad weather.

When there is heavy traffic.

36.

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

If an individual is convicted of engaging in a speed contest that results in bodily injury to another person, what is the consequence?

Both options are correct.

Imprisonment.

A fine.

37.

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

38.

Handling Emergencies

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

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.

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.

39.

Special Driving Situations

This road sign has been covered in snow. What does it indicate?

No entry.

Yield to traffic approaching from your right.

Reduce speed to 30 mph.

Stop at the junction.

40.

Visual Search

What should you do before changing lanes?

Look into your rearview mirror for nearby vehicles.

Increase speed and change lanes.

Increase speed and give a signal before changing lanes.

41.

Traffic Controls

What does this traffic symbol mean?

To Stop.

Caution.

To turn left.

42.

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.

43.

Turns

How do you know what lane is designated as a public transit bus lane?

There are no specified public transit bus lanes in the state of California.

Signs will be posted that designate it.

It is common knowledge to know what is designated as such.

44.

Parking

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

24 hours.

4 hours.

1 hour.

45.

Traffic Controls

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

A flashing yellow traffic signal.

A solid green traffic signal.

A green arrow traffic signal.

46.

Alcohol and Drugs

Which of the following is true for all DUI convictions, regardless of age?

You are not required to complete anything in the event that you are convicted of a DUI.

Neither option is correct.

The completion of a DUI program.

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