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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[ Alcohol and Drugs ]

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

Give a false sense of confidence.

Reduce co-ordination and slow down reactions.

Make you a better driver.

Decrease the risk of collisions.

Hint

[ Driver Readiness ]

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

Loud noises coming from houses.

Cars unexpectedly pulling out.

Children playing in the street.

Truck drivers.

Hint

[ Sharing the Road ]

The motorcycle in front of you has a flashing amber light as shown. What do you expect the vehicle to do next?

The vehicle shall move to the right or turn right.

The vehicle is reversing.

The vehicle is braking.

The vehicle shall move to the left or turn left.

Hint

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

If two vehicles meet on a steep road where neither car can pass, who has the right-of-way?

Neither vehicle has the right-of-way. Both vehicles are responsible for determining who may go.

The vehicle going uphill.

The vehicle going downhill.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

If a school bus stops on the other side of a divided highway, what must you do?

There is no defined rule for this situation.

You are not required to stop your vehicle.

Stop your vehicle and wait until the lights are no longer red.

[ 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?

2 feet beyond the back rear bumper.

4 feet beyond the back rear bumper.

5 feet beyond the back rear bumper.

[ Driver Readiness ]

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

Eat a heavy meal before the journey.

Rest on the hard shoulder of the freeway.

Do not begin a journey if you are already tired.

Plan your journey to take sufficient breaks.

Hint

[ Driver Readiness ]

What should you not do before driving?

Ensure that you have enough rest to drive.

Mix alcohol with your medications.

Neither option is correct.

[ Traffic Controls ]

Where is this sign normally displayed?

Freeways.

4 way intersections.

High ways.

10.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What is this sign indicating?

Curve.

Directional arrow.

Winding road.

11.

[ Vehicle Positioning ]

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

Use your high-beam headlights.

Use your flashing hazard lights.

Keep close to the vehicle in front.

Keep a safer distance from the vehicle in front.

Hint

12.

[ 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.

13.

[ Driver Readiness ]

Which California penal code requires physicians to report conditions that may affect your ability to drive?

CVC 22511.

CVC 480.

CHSC 103900

14.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

What do you do in the event that a pedestrian makes eye contact with your vehicle at a crosswalk?

In means that they are ready to cross the street.

Both options are correct.

Yield to the pedestrian.

15.

[ Parking ]

How much distance should your vehicle be visible in the event that you have to park off of the freeway.

100 feet in each direction.

It does not matter as you will be parking off of the pavement.

200 feet in each direction.

16.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

When MUST your vehicle's headlights be switched on?

At night.

Whenever visibility is reduced.

At all times.

Any time other vehicles are on the road.

Hint

17.

[ Turns ]

Why should you keep your wheels pointed straight until you start your turn?

In the event you are hit from behind, you will not be pushed into oncoming traffic.

It reduces the stress on your wheels.

It reduces the risk of a vehicle accident.

18.

[ Sharing the Road ]

The car in front of you has a flashing amber light as shown. What do you expect the vehicle to do next?

The vehicle shall move to the left or turn left.

The vehicle is braking.

The vehicle shall move to the right or turn right.

The vehicle is reversing.

Hint

19.

[ Handling Emergencies ]

Who can you call for free assistance in the event that your car becomes disabled on the freeway?

Freeway Service Patrol.

California Highway Patrol.

Department of Motor Vehicles.

20.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What is the correct interpretation of this sign?

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

You must slow down and be ready to stop.

You must stop at the limit line before proceeding.

21.

[ 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 the part of the roadway set aside for pedestrian traffic.

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

22.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

Which circumstance is an example of when to use your horn?

To alert other drivers that they made a mistake.

To avoid collisions.

Because you are angry or upset.

23.

[ Turns ]

Under which circumstance can you make a legal U-turn?

At any point in the roadway, as long as you are not obstructing traffic.

Neither option is correct.

Across a double yellow line when it is safe and legal.

24.

[ Special Driving Situations ]

You are traveling in heavy traffic in wet weather. Rain and spray from the road are limiting visibility. You should: (Select all that apply)

Use dipped headlights.

Use your flashing hazard lights.

Use your horn so other road users are aware of you.

Use your fog lights if visibility is below 100m.

Hint

25.

[ Special Driving Situations ]

Braking harshly on a wet or icy road may cause:

The vehicle to slow down normally.

Better steering control.

Improved wheel grip.

The vehicle to skid and lose control.

Hint

26.

[ Lane Control ]

Which of the following is true regarding double white lines?

You must wait until a single broken white line appears before changing lanes.

You may change lanes freely.

Neither option is correct.

27.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

When turning left, what is suggested to ensure your safety?

Keep your wheels pointed straight to be prevent being thrown into oncoming traffic in the event of an accident.

There are no suggested safety tips when turning left.

Neither option is correct.

28.

[ Additional Driving Laws / Rules ]

If you fail to appear for traffic court, if you have received a traffic ticket, what can happen?

Your driver's license may be suspended.

Nothing will happen.

Nothing will happen as you are not required to appear in traffic court unless you decide to go.

29.

[ Alcohol and Drugs ]

What is a PAS?

Neither option is correct.

There is no defined definition for PAS in the state of California.

Preliminary alcohol screening.

30.

[ Parking ]

What is the penalty for abusing disabled placards?

Both options are correct.

A fine of up to $1,000.

A misdemeanor charge.

31.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

A driver is moving slowly, and you want them to go faster. Should you honk your horn at them?

Yes, as you are in a hurry and you need to get to your destination.

No, as the driver may not be able to go any faster due to one reason or another

Yes, as you want them to get out of the way.

32.

[ Special Driving Situations ]

Coasting is a term used to describe a vehicle traveling in neutral or with the clutch on. How does this affect your control of the vehicle? (Select all that apply)

Vehicle speed will reduce going downhill.

Steering control will improve.

Vehicle speed will increase going downhill.

Steering response may be reduced.

Hint

33.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What is the correct interpretation of this sign?

Stop at the intersection before proceeding with caution.

Slow down and stop.

This sign means that you cannot do a certain action.

34.

[ 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 admit fault for the citation.

By signing, you promise to appear in traffic court.

Neither option is correct.

35.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What is this sign indicating?

No left turn.

No U-turns allowed.

No right turn.

36.

[ Alcohol and Drugs ]

What is the purpose of an IID?

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

A device designed purely to make driving more difficult.

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

37.

[ Sharing the Road ]

If you are a minor using a bicycle for transportation, what is required?

A valid driver's license.

A valid learner's permit.

A helmet.

38.

[ 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?

A fine.

Imprisonment.

Both options are correct.

39.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What is this sign indicating?

Merging traffic.

Added lane.

Curve

40.

[ Visual Search ]

Under ideal circumstances, how long will it take to stop if you are travelling 55 mph?

500 feet.

210 feet.

400 feet.

41.

[ Sharing the Road ]

Single-track roads are only wide enough for one vehicle. If you see an oncoming vehicle, you should:

Keep going if traveling down hill as you have right of way.

Pull into a passing place on your left or wait by a passing place on your right. If necessary, reverse to the nearest place.

Attempt to squeeze by the other vehicle.

Stop your vehicle and expect the other driver to reverse out of the way.

Hint

42.

[ Handling Emergencies ]

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

Keep your eyes on the road.

Apply the breaks.

Look for an alternate route away from traffic.

43.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

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

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

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

Pedestrians must abide by the rules of the road.

44.

[ Lane Control ]

What is a bike route?

A lane that provides greater separation from adjacent vehicle traffic.

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

A route for bicyclists on streets shared with vehicle traffic.

45.

[ 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.

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

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

46.

[ Sharing the Road ]

The rear of the car in front of you has a white light. What do you expect the vehicle to do next?

The vehicle is reversing.

The vehicle shall move to the left or turn left.

The vehicle shall move to the right or turn right.

The vehicle is braking.

Hint

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