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.

Ready? Click 'Next' to begin.

Visual Search

What should you do when backing up?

Back up slowly to avoid collisions.

Back up quickly to get out of the way of oncoming traffic.

Neither option is correct.

Traffic Controls

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

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

Yield to oncoming traffic.

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

Alcohol and Drugs

You are pulled over for possible Driving under the Influence, and you refuse to submit to a blood or urine test. However, you change your mind later. What is the consequence?

You will be allowed to go since you have changed your mind to submit to the required tests.

There will be no consequences, as you have changed your mind and you are wiling to submit.

Your driving privilege will may still be suspended.

Laws and Rules of the Road

Which of the following must you do when driving through a crosswalk?

Ensure that all pedestrians have crossed, and proceed with caution.

Do not change your speed and proceed like normal, regardless of whether or not pedestrians are attempting to cross.

Increase your speed so you may pass over the crosswalk before the pedestrians do.

Sharing the Road

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

Use your horn to warn the rider of our presence.

Flash your headlights at the horse rider.

Overtake slowly if it is safe to do so.

Drive around as quickly as possible.

Special Driving Situations

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

To drive faster.

To allow for easier braking.

To consume less fuel.

To reduce likelihood of wheel spin.

Occupant Protection

How far should your passengers ride from the airbag cover?

13 inches

5 inches.

10 inches

Safe Driving Practices

How much time should you allow before turning on a freeway?

30 seconds.

5 seconds.

10 seconds.

Sharing the Road

You are about to overtake a cyclist in windy weather. Why should you leave extra room as you overtake?

To stop the wind blowing your exhaust fumes towards them.

To reduce fuel consumption.

In case a gust of wind pushes them across the lane.

To avoid dazzling them with your lights.

10.

Lane Control

Which of the following is true regarding double white lines?

You may change lanes freely.

Neither option is correct.

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

11.

Safe Driving Practices

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

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.

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

12.

Sharing the Road

You want to reverse your car but there is a pedestrian waiting to cross the road. You should:

Reverse quickly before pedestrian begins to cross.

Use your horn to get pedestrian to move out of the way.

Yield to the pedestrian and wait for them to finish crossing.

Wave the pedestrian to cross.

13.

Visual Search

At intersections what should you do?

Look to the right.

Look to the left first

Both options are correct.

14.

Sharing the Road

Which California penal code prohibits following an emergency vehicle, with a siren activated?

CVC 21706

CVC 22511.

CVC 480.

15.

Driver Readiness

Which of the following over the counter medications could make you dizzy?

Vitamins

Tylenol.

Cold medications.

16.

Sharing the Road

You are driving near to a school and see a school crossing guard ahead. How will they signal you to stop?

They will flash a light at you.

They will point to the children waiting to cross.

They will hold their arm out with the palm facing you.

They will display a 'Crossing Guard' stop sign.

17.

Lane Control

What is the correct definition of a bicycle lane?

A section of the interstate where bicyclists are allowed to be.

A designated traffic lane for bicyclists defined by pavement markings and signage.

Neither option is correct

18.

Safe Driving Practices

When may you use your vehicle's fog lights?

If your headlights are not working.

Any time at night.

When visibility is severely reduced.

In a tunnel.

19.

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?

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

Yes, as the alcohol container is not opened.

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

20.

Lane Control

What do solid yellow lines indicate on a roadway?

Indicates that you may pass freely.

Neither option is correct.

The center of a road for two-way traffic.

21.

Vehicle Positioning

What is an example of a driver who may present danger to other individuals?

Both options are correct.

Drivers backing out of driveways or parking space.

Drivers who cannot see other drivers because their view is blocked.

22.

Parking

What is the penalty for abusing disabled placards?

Both options are correct.

A fine of up to $1,000.

A misdemeanor charge.

23.

Safe Driving Practices

You have turned into a sideroad and realise you have made a mistake. You should:

Reverse into the main road when the traffic is clear.

Use your horn and reverse around the corner to the main road.

Stop and reverse quickly into the main road.

Drive forward and find a safe place to turn around.

24.

Parking

What does a white parking colored curb indicate?

Park for a limited time as indicated by the sign.

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

No stopping is allowed at this curb.

25.

Sharing the Road

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

A valid driver's license.

A helmet.

A valid learner's permit.

26.

Alcohol and Drugs

What is an IID?

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

A form of license plate that is optional for your vehicle.

An ignition interlock device.

27.

Visual Search

What is the "3 second rule"?

When you are passing another vehicle, you have three seconds to pass

Neither option is correct.

A method in which you can ensure that there is enough distance between you and the vehicle in front of you.

28.

Vehicle Positioning

What should you do when entering the freeway?

Increase your speed so you can overtake the vehicle closest to you.,

Decrease your speed below the speed of traffic.

Enter the freeway at or near the speed of traffic.

29.

Handling Emergencies

What should you do in the event that your vehicle stalls or becomes disabled on railroad tracks, and there is not a train coming?

Exit your vehicle immediately and call the Emergency Notification System number located nearby.

Stay in your vehicle and call for help.

Attempt to push your vehicle off of the railroad tracks by yourself.

30.

Traffic Controls

What is this sign indicating?

Directional arrow.

There is a hospital ahead.

No turns are permitted.

31.

Lane Control

What should you do before passing another vehicle?

There are no suggestions when passing another vehicle, only to do it with caution.

Pass the other vehicle at a high rate of speed to beat any traffic.

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

32.

Safe Driving Practices

In stationary traffic, you should:

Apply the parking brake and release the foot brake to deactivate the brake lights.

Get out of the vehicle to have a stretch.

Use your horn aggressively to speed up the traffic.

Use your mobile phone to report the traffic.

33.

Visual Search

Why is it important to not develop a "fixed stare" while driving?

It prevents you from seeing potential hazards ahead of you.

It is a good habit to develop as it decreases the chances of an accident.

Neither option is correct.

34.

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.

35.

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?

5 feet beyond the back rear bumper.

4 feet beyond the back rear bumper.

2 feet beyond the back rear bumper.

36.

Sharing the Road

In windy weather, a high-sided vehicle in front is overtaking a cyclist. What should you do?

Keep well back to allow the cyclist room to manoeuvre.

Overtake the cyclist as quickly as possible.

Use your horn.

Keep as close to the vehicle in front as possible.

37.

Traffic Controls

What is this sign indicating?

No left turn.

No right turn.

No U-turns allowed.

38.

Laws and Rules of the Road

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

35 mph, unless otherwise posted.

25 mph, unless otherwise posted.

55 mph, unless otherwise posted.

39.

Safe Driving Practices

What is this diagram representing?

The driver is indicating that they are turning left.

The driver is indicating that they are slowing down or stopping.

The driver is indicating that they are turning right.

40.

Parking

When you back up to parallel park, at what degree angle should you back up at?

Approximately 20 degrees.

Approximately 45 degrees.

Approximately 75 degrees.

41.

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

If you sell or transfer a vehicle in the state of California, how long do you have to report it to the Department of Motor Vehicles.

30 days.

5 days.

90 days.

42.

Sharing the Road

In windy weather, a motorcycle in front is overtaking a high-sided vehicle. What should you do?

Keep well back to allow the motorcyclist room to manoeuvre.

Keep as close to the vehicle in front as possible.

Use your horn.

Overtake the motorcyclist.

43.

Traffic Controls

What does a solid green traffic signal mean?

It means Go

It means Stop

It means proceed with caution

44.

Traffic Controls

What does a solid yellow traffic signal mean?

Go.

Stop under all circumstances.

Caution. Stop if you can do so safely.

45.

Handling Emergencies

What can you do to dry your brakes in the event that they become wet?

Increase how often you brake, as the more you brake, the hotter your brakes become.

Increase your speed, as the faster you go, the hotter your brakes become.

Press the accelerator and the brake pedals at the same time lightly.

46.

Occupant Protection

What brochure can you refer to in the event you are needing clarification regarding Driver Distractions?

The United States Constitution

The FFDL 28 Fast Facts Brochure

California Penal Code 597.7

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