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.

Driver Readiness

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

Vitamins

Tylenol.

Cold medications.

Visual Search

In this image, what does the blue area visualize?

What is ahead.

Blind spots.

What is at your side.

Special Driving Situations

Fast driving in wet or icy conditions may cause:

The vehicle to skid and lose control.

Improved wheel grip.

The vehicle to handle normally.

Better steering control.

Sharing the Road

The rider of the motorcycle in front of you is moving their hand up and down as shown in the picture. 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 is braking.

The vehicle shall move to the right or turn right.

Safe Driving Practices

You should adjust your seat and mirrors correctly in order to:

Ensure you can see yourself whilst you drive.

Keep the distracting vehicle controls out of reach.

Keep your body as close as possible to the steering wheel, even if its uncomfortable.

Ensure comfort, full control and maximum field of vision.

Lane Control

Where are bike lanes typically located?

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

Alongside streets adjacent to vehicle traffic.

Alongside the interstate.

Traffic Controls

What is this sign indicating?

Railroad tracks.

Crossroad.

There is a hospital ahead.

Safe Driving Practices

You are driving down the road and you witness a collision. Regarding using electronic devices, what may you do?

Call for help, since this is an emergency.

Neither option is correct.

Take a picture of the accident and continue driving.

Safe Driving Practices

When MUST your vehicle's headlights be switched on?

Visibility is reduced to 1000 feet.

Visibility is reduced to 200 feet.

Visibility is reduced to 500 feet.

Visibility is reduced to 2000 feet.

10.

Lane Control

What do broken white lines indicate on a roadway?

They indicate a lane barrier between regular use and a preferential use lane.

They separate traffic lanes on roads with two or more lanes in the same direction.

They mark traffic lanes going in the same direction.

11.

Laws and Rules of the Road

What is the correct definition of an intersection?

An intersection is any place where one line of roadway meets another roadway.

Neither option is correct.

An intersection is the part of the roadway set aside for pedestrian traffic.

12.

Occupant Protection

Which of the following is NOT a result from overexposure to heat?

Heat stroke

Dehydration

Starvation

13.

Turns

To make a right turn, what should you drive close to?

The left side of the road.

The right side of the road.

The center of the road.

14.

Driver Readiness

Why should you be aware of warm air in the car whilst driving?

Unventilated warm air may cause the driver to become sleepy.

It can reduce fuel efficiency.

Warm air may be uncomfortable for your passengers.

May cause excessive sweat.

15.

Vehicle Positioning

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

Drivers backing out of driveways or parking space.

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

Both options are correct.

16.

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?

10 days.

90 days.

30 days.

17.

Special Driving Situations

At what speed can your tires loss all contact with the road if there is a lot of water?

20 mph.

50 mph.

30 mph.

18.

Laws and Rules of the Road

In the event that you have to drive on a sidewalk, what is the correct course of action?

Ensure that there are no pedestrians on the sidewalk for the next block.

You are not allowed to drive on sidewalks, as they are meant for pedestrians.

Decrease your speed to five miles per hour, and continue forward.

19.

Special Driving Situations

If you come to a road that is packed with snow, by how much should you reduce your speed?

Come to a complete stop and call for help.

Reduce your speed by half.

Increase your speed, as the faster you go the more traction you make with the snow.

20.

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.

21.

Occupant Protection

Which of the following are true regarding children under the age of 8, and are also less than 4 feet 9 inches tall?

They must be properly secured in a federally-approved child passenger restraint system.

They do not require a child passenger restraint system.

They are not required to wear seatbelts due to their age and height.

22.

Sharing the Road

It is against the law to follow how many feet behind an emergency vehicle while their emergency lights are activated?

1,000 feet.

500 feet.

300 feet.

23.

Traffic Controls

What is the correct interpretation of this sign?

There is a school ahead, and you must let the children pass before proceeding.

This sign means to stop and help someone cross the road.

Allow any elderly people, or other pedestrians to cross before proceeding.

24.

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.

25.

Safe Driving Practices

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

Consult with your local fuel station.

Use a map or route planner.

No need to plan, just follow the signs.

Read your local newspaper.

26.

Sharing the Road

Where are Low Speed Vehicles and Neighborhood Electric Vehicles restricted to?

Roadways where the speed limit is greater than 55 mph.

Roadways where the speed limit is greater than 40 mph.

Roadways where the speed limit is greater than 35 mph.

27.

Visual Search

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

Decrease your speed.

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

Increase your speed.

28.

Handling Emergencies

You are traveling along a wet road. Your steering begins to feel light and unresponsive. You should:

Turn the steering as far as you can to the right.

Increase speed.

Brake hard immediately.

Release the accelerator to gradually slow down.

29.

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?

Yield to the pedestrian.

Both options are correct.

In means that they are ready to cross the street.

30.

Traffic Controls

What does this sign mean?

No entry to all traffic.

Tunnel ahead.

Stop at the junction.

No entry to only vehicular traffic.

31.

Traffic Controls

If you are approaching a stop sign, you must do which of the following?

Stop at the solid white line.

Stop at the broken white line.

Stop at the yellow line.

32.

Alcohol and Drugs

You are stopped by a police offer, and you have hidden an open container of alcohol in your glove compartment. Is this allowed?

Yes, as this is in a secured area and does not violate the law.

No, as it is prohibited by law to have an open container of alcohol in the glove compartment of your vehicle.

Yes, as you are not actively drinking the open container.

33.

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

If you receive too many negligent driver points, what may the Department of Motor Vehicles do?

Both options are correct.

Place you on a probation for 1 year.

Suspend your license for 6 months.

34.

Laws and Rules of the Road

Regardless of the posted speed limit, what should your speed also depend on?

The number and speed of other vehicles on the road.

Bicyclists or pedestrians crossing the road way.

Both options are correct.

35.

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.

36.

Sharing the Road

Why should you not move in front of a large truck and suddenly stop or slow down?

Because they are a much larger vehicle, it takes longer for them to stop.

Neither option is correct

You can move in front of a large truck and stop or slow down suddenly, as they can stop quicker than a regular vehicle.

37.

Traffic Controls

What is the correct interpretation of this sign?

This sign indicates that you are entering the wrong way of traffic.

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

This sign indicates that you are entering the incorrect road with the incorrect vehicle.

38.

Traffic Controls

Which of the following is true regarding a green arrow traffic signal?

You must turn in the direction the arrow is pointing.

You must turn in any direction as it is a green arrow.

39.

Laws and Rules of the Road

Under what circumstances are you allowed to cross a sidewalk with your vehicle?

Only to enter or exit a driveway or alley.

You are allowed to cross a sidewalk with your vehicle for any reason.

You are allowed to cross the sidewalk in the event that you are trying to pass another vehicle.

40.

Safe Driving Practices

What should you do if you have to stop in a tunnel?

Keep as close to the vehicle in front as possible.

Brake as quickly as possible to reduce time spent idle.

Leave at least a 5 meter gap between you and the vehicle in front.

Open your windows to improve ventilation.

41.

Sharing the Road

You are traveling slowly behind a cyclist in front of you. Why should you give the cyclist plenty of space when overtaking?

So that you can travel faster.

To get a better view of the road ahead.

The cyclist might swerve to avoid an uneven road surface.

So that they are more likely to see you.

42.

Special Driving Situations

You are driving your car in wet weather. Rain and spray from the road are limiting visibility. You should: (Select all that apply)

Use your flashing hazard lights.

Use dipped headlights.

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

Use your fog lights if visibility is below 100m.

43.

Sharing the Road

How much distance does it typically take for a large truck travelling 55 mph to stop?

800 feet.

400 feet.

200 feet.

44.

Traffic Controls

What other information may be included on this sign?

This sign may be show with or without words.

This sign may appear in different colors to indicate the severity of the action.

No other information is ever included with this sign.

45.

Traffic Controls

What is the correct course of action in the event that the traffic signal is not working?

You are allowed to make unprotected turns at your discretion.

Proceed cautiously as if the intersection is controlled by a stop sign in all directions

You are allowed to make protected turns. Proceed with the right-of-way rules in mind.

46.

Turns

To make a left turn, what should you drive close to?

the left turn lane.

Drive close to the center divider line.

Both options are correct.

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