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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Alcohol and Drugs

What does a Preliminary Alcohol Screening not detect?

The presence of marijuana.

The presence of drugs.

The presence of alcohol.

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

When are you required to turn your headlights on?

Both options are correct.

30 minutes before sunrise.

30 minutes after sunset.

Lane Control

What do broken yellow lines indicate on a roadway?

Indicates that you may pass if the broken line is next to your driving lane.

Indicates that you may not pass in this area.

The center of a road for two-way traffic.

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

What California penal code prohibits driving with an unsecured load that is a potential safety hazard?

CVC 24002

CVC 21152

CVC 480.

Parking

What does a red parking colored curb indicate?

Stop no longer than the time posted to load/unload passengers or freight.

No stopping, standing, or parking is permitted.

Park for a limited time as indicated by a sign or the time painted on the curb.

Laws and Rules of the Road

On a school bus, what does the yellow flashing lights mean?

The mean nothing as they are built as a part of the school bus to fulfil a government mandate.

They warn you to slow down and prepare to stop.

They are there to indicate that they are a school bus.

Traffic Controls

When coming to a stop sign, where must you fully stop your vehicle at?

You may choose where you are allowed to stop, as long as you make a full stop.

You must stop at the white limit line.

You must stop after the stop sign.

Sharing the Road

Which of these are hazards you should be aware of on residential streets? (Select all that apply)

Car doors opening.

Children running out from behind parked cars.

Pedestrians.

Vehicles moving off.

Lane Control

Which lane is generally the smoothest to drive in?

The right most lane

The middle lane

The left most lane

10.

Visual Search

Which one of the following is correct when giving enough space to another vehicle?

Always increase your speed when driving along side other vehicles.

If possible and safe, make room for vehicles entering freeways.

Always increase your speed to overtake a vehicle attempting to enter a freeway.

11.

Special Driving Situations

Your car has been covered in snow. Which of these parts of the car should be cleared of ice and snow before beginning a journey: (Select all that apply)

The hood.

The doors.

The license plates.

The windows.

12.

Occupant Protection

Which of the following is true when a child is seated next to a side air bag?

The child may be at serious risk of injury or fatal injury.

There is no risk associated with seating a child next to a side airbag.

You are encouraged to seat your child next to a side air bag.

13.

Parking

You need to park and leave your vehicle on a foggy road. You should:

Never leave any lights switched on.

Leave your parking lights on.

Leave your fog lights on.

Leave your headlights on.

14.

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

Which of the following is true regarding funeral processions?

Funeral processions never have the right-of-way.

Neither option is correct.

Funeral processions have the right-of-way.

15.

Driver Readiness

What can fatigue or drowsiness affect?

Neither option is correct.

Your vision.

The speed of your vehicle.

16.

Special Driving Situations

What should you do in the event that you begin to hydroplane?

Slow down suddenly by applying your brakes.

Slam down on your brakes to try and come to a complete stop.

Slow down gradually, and do not apply your brakes

17.

Safe Driving Practices

Which steering method is recommended when turning at low speeds?

Hand-to-Hand steering

Hand-over-hand steering.

One hand steering

18.

Lane Control

Which of the following is true when passing vehicles at crossroads and railroad crossings?

It is not dangerous to pass vehicles at these points as long as you use caution.

It is not dangerous to pass other vehicles at these points.

It is dangerous to pass vehicles at these points.

19.

Sharing the Road

Which of these light signals implies the motorcycle will turn left or move to the left?

20.

Handling Emergencies

You are traveling in snowy weather. 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.

21.

Parking

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

24 hours.

4 hours.

1 hour.

22.

Laws and Rules of the Road

What is the correct definition for California's Basic Speed Law?

The Basic Speed Law means that you may never drive faster than is safe for current conditions.

The Basic Speed Law means that you may drive at whatever speed you feel comfortable with.

The Basic Speed Law does not exist in the state of California.

23.

Vehicle Positioning

Which of the following is a safe way to exit the freeway?

Signal and look over your shoulder.

Both options are correct.

Signal your intention to exit 5 seconds before reaching the exit.

24.

Special Driving Situations

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

Triple

The same as

Five times (5x)

Ten times (10x)

25.

Handling Emergencies

What is a possible punishment if you fail to notify the Department of Motor Vehicles in the event that you are in a collision?

Your driving privilege will be suspended.

Neither option is correct.

Nothing will happen, since nobody was injured.

26.

Special Driving Situations

If you drive through deep water, why might your brakes become less effective?

A fish may be stuck on your wheel.

You drive more quickly when coming out of the water.

Your attention is distracted by water on the windscreen.

They may be wet which reduces their friction.

27.

Visual Search

In this image, what does the blue area visualize?

What is ahead.

What is at your side.

Blind spots.

28.

Laws and Rules of the Road

Which of the following is the correct assumption regarding right-of-way rules?

Never assume that other drivers will give you the right-of-way.

There are no defined right-of-way rules.

Other drivers will always give you the right-of-way.

29.

Special Driving Situations

Which headlights should you use in the event that you have to drive in heavy fog or smoke?

High beam headlights.

Fog headlights.

Low beam headlights.

30.

Lane Control

What is the correct interpretation of this diagram?

Broken yellow line indicates that you may pass if it can be done so safely.

Double solid lines indicates that you may not pass.

No passing if the solid yellow line is on your side.

31.

Handling Emergencies

Which of the following is one of the most common causes of collisions?

Both options are correct.

Improper turns.

Unsafe speeds.

32.

Special Driving Situations

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

Reduce speed to 30 mph.

Stop at the junction.

No entry.

Yield to traffic approaching from your right.

33.

Safe Driving Practices

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

To alert other road users of your presence.

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

When another road user poses a danger.

When another road user annoys you.

34.

Safe Driving Practices

In stationary traffic, you should:

Get out of the vehicle to have a stretch.

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

Use your mobile phone to report the traffic.

Use your horn aggressively to speed up the traffic.

35.

Turns

What is a public transit bus lane?

A lane specifically designated for public transit vehicles.

A lane that is shared by both transit vehicles and regular vehicles.

A lane specified for emergency vehicles.

36.

Alcohol and Drugs

If you are convicted of DUI for the first time, in addition to having driving privileges suspended, what also may you be required to do?

Neither option is correct.

You will be required to complete a DUI program.

Nothing, as the suspension of driving privileges is enough of a punishment.

37.

Special Driving Situations

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

50 mph.

20 mph.

30 mph.

38.

Traffic Controls

What is the correct interpretation of this sign?

Slow down and stop.

Stop at the intersection before proceeding with caution.

This sign means that you cannot do a certain action.

39.

Laws and Rules of the Road

In addition to respecting right-of-way rules to vehicles, who does it also apply to?

Pedestrians in crosswalks.

Bicyclists and motorcyclists.

All of the options are correct.

40.

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.

May cause excessive sweat.

Warm air may be uncomfortable for your passengers.

It can reduce fuel efficiency.

41.

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 is braking.

The vehicle shall move to the right or turn right.

The vehicle shall move to the left or turn left.

42.

Parking

What is the penalty for abusing disabled placards?

Both options are correct.

A misdemeanor charge.

A fine of up to $1,000.

43.

Laws and Rules of the Road

What should you do if you see a stray animal on the roadway?

Swerve to miss the animal.

Honk your horn until it moves.

Slow down and/or stop if it is safe to do so.

44.

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.

45.

Lane Control

What is a center left turn lane?

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

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

There are no left turn lanes indicated on a roadway.

46.

Traffic Controls

What is this sign indicating?

T Intersection.

Slippery when wet.

Curve.

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