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 ]

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.

[ Turns ]

What should you not do when making a left turn?

Cut the corner of the lane belonging to the vehicles coming towards you.

Decrease your speed.

Look over your left shoulder.

[ Visual Search ]

You want to reverse your car, but cannot see clearly behind using the mirrors. You should:

Ask for assistance from a passenger or passer-by.

Open the car windows.

Open the car doors.

Get out of the car and push it backwards.

Hint

[ Parking ]

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

4 hours.

1 hour.

24 hours.

[ Occupant Protection ]

Pregnant women should do the following regarding a lap belt seatbelt?

The lap belt should be worn as low as possible under the abdomen.

The lap belt must be worn with as little slack as possible for comfort.

The lap belt is optional because of pregnancy.

[ Lane Control ]

What are two sets of solid double yellow lines that are spaced 2 feet apart indicate?

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

The center of a road for two-way traffic.

They indicate that it is considered a barrier.

[ Special Driving Situations ]

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

You drive more quickly when coming out of the water.

A fish may be stuck on your wheel.

They may be wet which reduces their friction.

Your attention is distracted by water on the windscreen.

Hint

[ 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.

[ Lane Control ]

Which direction should you pass traffic?

You must pass traffic on the right hand side.

You must pass traffic on the left hand side.

It is not lawful to pass any vehicle under any circumstance.

10.

[ Sharing the Road ]

What does this hazardous load placard mean?

Corrosive

Radioactive

Flammable

11.

[ 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.

12.

[ Lane Control ]

What is a separated bikeway?

A route for bicyclists on streets shared with vehicle traffic.

A lane that provides greater separation from adjacent vehicle traffic.

A route that is for the exclusive use of bicyclists.

13.

[ Additional Driving Laws / Rules ]

When are you required to turn your headlights on?

30 minutes after sunset.

Both options are correct.

30 minutes before sunrise.

14.

[ Driver Readiness ]

If you are dazzled by bright sunlight, you should:

Turn your head and face away from the road.

Speed up to get through the dazzle as quickly as possible.

Close your eyes until the dazzling goes away.

Slow down, and if necessary stop.

Hint

15.

[ Parking ]

What is the penalty for abusing disabled placards?

A misdemeanor charge.

Both options are correct.

A fine of up to $1,000.

16.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

The driver ahead of you made a mistake while driving, and you want to alert them to it. What do you do?

Honk your horn at them to alert them to pay attention.

Honk your horn at them to let them know they made a mistake.

Do nothing, and proceed with caution.

17.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

Which organization has provided suggestions on the correct way for hand positioning on steering wheels?

Transportation Security Administration.

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

Department of Motor Vehicles.

18.

[ Special Driving Situations ]

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

To allow for easier braking.

To consume less fuel.

To reduce likelihood of wheel spin.

To drive faster.

Hint

19.

[ Sharing the Road ]

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

Use your horn to warn the rider of our presence.

Overtake slowly if it is safe to do so.

Flash your headlights at the horse rider.

Drive around as quickly as possible.

Hint

20.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

A road user in front of you is traveling slowly. You should:

Use your horn to tell them to speed up or move aside.

Travel as closely as possible behind them to let them know you want to overtake.

Flash your headlights to tell them to speed up or move aside.

Wait patiently at a safe distance behind them. Overtake when it is safe to do so.

Hint

21.

[ Sharing the Road ]

In slow moving traffic, you should: (Select all that apply)

Allow access into and from sideroads.

Use your horn to speed the traffic up.

Be aware of cyclists and motorcycles passing between vehicles.

Block other vehicles from feeding onto the road from a slip road.

Hint

22.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

At T intersections without STOP or YIELD signs, what action is correct?

Proceed like normal.

No specific rules are defined for T intersections.

Yield to traffic and any pedestrians.

23.

[ Lane Control ]

What do two solid yellow lines on a roadway indicate?

The center of a road for two-way traffic.

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

No passing.

24.

[ Parking ]

How long of a parking space should you find before parallel parking?

3 feet longer than your vehicle.

1 foot longer than your vehicle.

2 feet longer than your vehicle.

25.

[ Sharing the Road ]

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

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.

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

26.

[ Traffic Controls ]

The signal is about to turn to a red traffic light.

Oncoming traffic is stopped and they may turn left.

The driver must increase their speed.

27.

[ Occupant Protection ]

In what situation is it okay to leave your child and/or animals in a hot vehicle?

When the windows are fully opened to allow as much air as possible into the vehicle.

When the windows are cracked slightly to allow air to enter the vehicle.

Not at all, as it is unlawful and dangerous.

28.

[ Special Driving Situations ]

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

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

Slow down suddenly by applying your brakes.

Slow down gradually, and do not apply your brakes

29.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

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

25 mph, unless otherwise posted.

35 mph, unless otherwise posted.

55 mph, unless otherwise posted.

30.

[ Sharing the Road ]

When you are in a construction zone, what should you not do?

Obey special signs.

Stop and watch the road work.

Obey instructions from the flaggers present.

31.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

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

30 seconds.

5 seconds.

10 seconds.

32.

[ Additional Driving Laws / Rules ]

If an individual is convicted of causing serious bodily injury during the course of a police pursuit, what is a potential consequence?

A fine no less than $1,000.

A fine no less than $3,000.

A fine no less than $2,000.

33.

[ Parking ]

When parking uphill, what way should you turn your wheels?

Away from the curb.

Towards the curb.

Towards the shoulder of the road.

34.

[ Sharing the Road ]

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

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

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

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

Attempt to squeeze by the other vehicle.

Hint

35.

[ Sharing the Road ]

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

The driver of the long vehicle cannot see you.

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

Their bright colour may dazzle you.

Long vehicles require more space to manoeuvre.

Hint

36.

[ Sharing the Road ]

It is particularly important to be aware of: (Select all that apply)

Disabled people.

Older drivers.

Fields filled with animals.

Truck drivers.

Hint

37.

[ Handling Emergencies ]

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

Brake hard immediately.

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

Increase speed.

Release the accelerator to gradually slow down.

Hint

38.

[ Sharing the Road ]

The motorcycle in front of you has a bright red light as shown. 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

39.

[ Special Driving Situations ]

If you come to a wet road, by how much should you reduce your speed?

Do not adjust your speed at all, as you do not want to risk hydroplaning.

1 to 5 mph slower.

5 to 10 mph slower.

40.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

What is this diagram representing?

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

The driver is indicating that they are turning right.

The driver is indicating that they are turning left.

41.

[ Turns ]

Which of the following is an example of an illegal U-turn?

In business districts.

Both options are correct.

On a roadway with two sets of double yellow lines.

42.

[ Special Driving Situations ]

When towing, if your caravan or trailer begins to swerve or snake you should:

Turn the steering wheel to follow the trailer or caravan.

Stay at a constant speed until the problem resolves itself.

Speed up to regain control.

Ease off the accelerator and reduce speed gently to regain control.

43.

[ Parking ]

What does a yellow parking colored curb indicate?

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

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

No stopping is allowed at this curb.

44.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

Why is it not allowed to stop in a crosswalk?

Neither option is correct.

You are allowed to stop in a crosswalk, as long as you are doing it in a way that does not put pedestrians in danger.

You are not allowed to stop in a crosswalk, as it puts pedestrians in danger.

45.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

Who is responsible whilst a vehicle is traveling under cruise control?

The vehicle manufacturer.

The driver or rider of the vehicle.

The owner of the vehicle.

The mechanical responsible for maintenance.

Hint

46.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

Under what circumstance must you drive slower?

When there is bad weather.

When there is heavy traffic.

Both options are correct.

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