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 this sign indicating?

End divided highway

Crossroad.

Divided highway.

Sharing the Road

A farmer is herding cows across the road. What should you do?

Use your horn.

Speed up to get around them more quickly.

Slow down and be ready to stop if necessary.

Turn around and find another route.

Special Driving Situations

You are traveling along a road and you cannot see more than 100 meters (328 feet) in front. What should you do?

You MUST use headlights. You may use fog lights if necessary.

You MUST NOT switch on your fog lights.

You MUST switch on your hazard lights.

You MUST NOT slow down.

Lane Control

What is a buffered bike lane?

A lane that provides greater separation from adjacent vehicle traffic.

Neither option is correct.

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

Traffic Controls

Which of the following is not true regarding a solid green traffic signal?

Give the right-of-way to any vehicle, pedestrian or bicyclist in the intersection.

You are allowed to turn left from a turn right only lane.

Do not enter the intersection if you cannot get completely across traffic before the traffic signal turns red.

Traffic Controls

What is the correct interpretation of this sign?

This sign indicates that you must yield.

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

This sign indicates that you must make a full stop.

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

If your driver's license is suspended, once the suspension period has ended, what must you do to apply for a new driver's license?

You must show proof of financial responsibility.

You must show a copy of your previous driver's license.

Neither option is correct.

Turns

When a red arrow traffic signal is present, what is the correct course of action?

Make the turn when there is no oncoming traffic. Follow the right-of-way rules.

Wait until the signal turns a solid green or green arrow.

Neither option is correct.

Occupant Protection

What is the correct way to wear a lap belt seatbelt?

The lap belt should lie across your hips with as much slack as possible for comfort.

The lap belt should be snug and lies low across your hips.

The lap belt should not be worn at all since it can cause greater injury in the case of a vehicle accident.

10.

Turns

If there is a bike lane in your path when you are making a right turn, how far can you drive in the bike lane?

200 feet.

1 mile.

400 feet.

11.

Laws and Rules of the Road

What also can be classified as an intersection?

Cross streets.

Alleys.

Both options are correct.

12.

Sharing the Road

The car in front of you has three (3) red lights 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.

13.

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 reversing.

The vehicle shall move to the right or turn right.

The vehicle is braking.

14.

Safe Driving Practices

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

Both

Always decrease speed.

Always signal.

15.

Traffic Controls

What is this sign indicating?

No right turn.

No U-turns allowed.

No left turn.

16.

Driver Readiness

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

Eat a heavy meal before the journey.

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.

17.

Lane Control

What is a separated bikeway?

A route for bicyclists on streets shared with vehicle traffic.

A route that is for the exclusive use of bicyclists.

A lane that provides greater separation from adjacent vehicle traffic.

18.

Traffic Controls

What is this sign indicating?

Yield ahead.

Two way traffic.

Crossroad.

19.

Traffic Controls

What is this sign indicating?

There is a hospital ahead.

Crossroad.

Railroad tracks.

20.

Safe Driving Practices

When traveling behind another vehicle in fast moving traffic, what is a good rule-of-thumb for measuring a safe distance to the vehicle in front?

You can fit at least 2 other cars in the gap between you.

Always make sure you can read the license plate of the vehicle in front.

Leave at least a 2 second gap between you and the vehicle in front.

Always make sure you cannot read the license plate of the vehicle in front.

21.

Lane Control

How is a low/zero emission vehicle indicated?

Neither option is correct.

A special Department of Motor Vehicles-issued decal.

A homemade decal that you can put on any vehicle.

22.

Special Driving Situations

A typical stopping distance of a vehicle in dry weather is approximately __________ the normal distance of a vehicle in wet weather.

Triple

The same as

Half

Double

23.

Parking

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

24 hours.

4 hours.

1 hour.

24.

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

What California penal code prohibits you from willfully fleeing a peace officer?

CVC 2800.3

CVC 21152

CVC 480.

25.

Parking

Which California penal code prohibits parking in a crosshatched space?

CVC 597.7.

CVC 480.

CVC 22507.8

26.

Lane Control

What are the purpose of yield lines?

To indicate at which point you must speed up.

To indicate where a vehicle must stop or yield at.

They serve no purpose. They are included in the design of the roadway.

27.

Turns

What is 200 feet most often compared to, to help visualize the distance?

A quarter the distance of an average airport.

Neither option is correct.

Half of an American football field.

28.

Laws and Rules of the Road

What is the maximum speed limit on a two lane undivided highway?

65 mph.

35 mph.

55 mph.

29.

Traffic Controls

What is this type of sign meant for?

This sign provides you a number to make a complaint about another driver.

Nothing. This sign is meant for highway officials only.

This sign indicates what you should do in the event that your vehicle stalls on railroad tracks.

30.

Alcohol and Drugs

What is a PAS?

Preliminary alcohol screening.

Neither option is correct.

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

31.

Driver Readiness

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

CVC 22511.

CHSC 103900

CVC 480.

32.

Special Driving Situations

Why are vehicles fitted with rear fog lights?

In case your vehicle breaks down.

To allow other vehicles to see you in fog.

In case your brake lights don't work.

For learner drivers on the freeway.

33.

Parking

Under what circumstances may you park on a freeway?

Both options are correct.

When a stop is specifically permitted.

In an emergency.

34.

Special Driving Situations

If you are not able to see any farther than 100 feet in front of you, what should you reduce your speed to?

30 mph or below.

50 mph.

45 mph.

35.

Lane Control

Which of the following is true regarding bicycle lane?

It is legal to drive your vehicle in all bicycle lanes.

It is illegal to drive in a bicycle lane, unless under certain circumstances.

Neither options are correct.

36.

Sharing the Road

You are about to overtake a horse and rider. What should you NOT do? (Select all that apply)

Travel closely behind the horses.

Overtake slowly giving them plenty of space.

Rev your engine loudly.

Use your horn.

37.

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?

Stay in your vehicle and call for help.

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

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

38.

Safe Driving Practices

You should use dipped headlights: (Select all that apply)

At night in built-up areas.

When another vehicle is overtaking you.

During dull daytime weather.

To dazzle other road users.

39.

Traffic Controls

Which traffic signal typically comes after the solid yellow traffic signal?

Flashing Yellow Arrow.

Solid Green.

Solid Red.

40.

Turns

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

Neither option is correct.

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

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

41.

Visual Search

You want to reverse your car but cannot see if it is safe. You should NOT:

Use your horn and reverse slowly.

Get out of your vehicle and check before moving.

Glance over your shoulders to check blindspots.

Ask for assistance from a passenger or passer-by.

42.

Laws and Rules of the Road

What is required to do when approaching a crosswalk?

Reduce your speed and exercise caution.

Both options are correct.

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

43.

Traffic Controls

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

Stop at the yellow line.

Stop at the solid white line.

Stop at the broken white line.

44.

Sharing the Road

Why should you be aware of long vehicles when at a junction or roundabout?

Their bright colour may dazzle you.

Long vehicles require more space to manoeuvre.

The driver of the long vehicle cannot see you.

It is more difficult for a heavy vehicle to stop for a signal.

45.

Alcohol and Drugs

When you are driving in the state of California, what do you automatically give your consent for?

Neither option is correct as driving in the state of California does not automatically make you give your consent for anything.

Searches of your vehicle.

Breath, blood, or urine tests if you are suspected of DUI.

46.

Alcohol and Drugs

If an officer suspects you of being under the influence of drugs and/or alcohol, and you refuse to submit to a test, what can happen?

The driver would be subject to longer driver's license suspensions.

The driver would face no penalty as the law does not legally require you to submit these tests.

The driver will face additional points on their license if they refuse to submit to these tests.

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