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.
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[ Turns ]

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

Both options are correct.

In business districts.

On a roadway with two sets of double yellow lines.

[ Lane Control ]

What are turnout areas?

Designated areas that allow other cars behind you to pass.

Neither option is correct.

Special areas where you are allowed to make U-Turns.

[ Lane Control ]

What are sharrows?

A route for bicyclists on streets shared with vehicle traffic.

A route that alerts traffic that bicyclists are allowed to occupy the travel lane.

A route that is for the exclusive use of bicyclists.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

Why should you reduce your speed when traveling in foggy conditions?

To avoid being dazzled by fog lights from other vehicles.

To allow more time to react to developing hazards.

Brakes are less effective in foggy conditions.

To reduce fuel consumption.

Hint

[ Special Driving Situations ]

Coasting is a term used to describe a vehicle traveling in neutral or with the clutch on. How does this affect your control of the vehicle? (Select all that apply)

Vehicle speed will increase going downhill.

Steering response may be reduced.

Steering control will improve.

Vehicle speed will reduce going downhill.

Hint

[ Additional Driving Laws / Rules ]

If you fail to appear for traffic court, if you have received a traffic ticket, what can happen?

Nothing will happen.

Nothing will happen as you are not required to appear in traffic court unless you decide to go.

Your driver's license may be suspended.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

What is hand-to-hand steering also referred to as?

One hand steering.

Hand-over-hand steering.

Push/pull steering.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

Under what circumstance must you drive slower?

Both options are correct.

When there is bad weather.

When there is heavy traffic.

[ Parking ]

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

Towards the curb.

Away from the curb.

Towards the shoulder of the road.

10.

[ 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.

11.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

If you are under the age of 18, which of the of the following is correct regarding the use of electronic devices while driving?

Neither option is correct.

It is unlawful for anyone under the age of 18 to use an electronic device while driving, unless it is in the case of an emergency.

Any driver, regardless of age, may use an electronic device while driving as long as they look up every two seconds.

12.

[ Parking ]

What California penal code allows local authorities to designate public spaces as an exclusive area for charging vehicles?

CVC 480.

CVC 22651.

CVC 22511.

13.

[ Handling Emergencies ]

In an emergency, how should you brake?

Brake hard immediately, but without locking your wheels.

Speed up to get around the emergency.

Brake gently.

Brake hard immediately. It doesn't matter if the wheels lock.

Hint

14.

[ Additional Driving Laws / Rules ]

What is the NOTS?

A type of public transit.

The Negligent Operator Treatment System.

Neither option is correct.

15.

[ 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.

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

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

16.

[ Lane Control ]

You may never drive to the left of two solid yellow lines unless:

You are in a carpool lane.

Instructed by construction or other signs.

Both options are correct.

17.

[ 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.

Hint

18.

[ Sharing the Road ]

Some of the most vulnerable road users are: (Select all that apply)

Truck drivers.

Cyclists.

Horse riders.

Car drivers.

Hint

19.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

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

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

Keep as close to the vehicle in front as possible.

Brake as quickly as possible to reduce time spent idle.

Open your windows to improve ventilation.

Hint

20.

[ Lane Control ]

When you approach a junction, you see a long vehicle in front of you is signalling to turn right, but is positioned on the left. What should you do?

Use your horn to warn the other driver.

Overtake the long vehicle on the right.

Stay back and allow the long vehicle to finish its manoeuvre.

Overtake the long vehicle on the left.

Hint

21.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What is this sign indicating?

Lane ending.

Merging traffic

Added lane.

22.

[ Handling Emergencies ]

What is the number available for the Freeway Service Patrol?

5-1-1.

9-1-1.

8-1-1.

23.

[ Handling Emergencies ]

What should you do in the event that you begin to skid while driving on ice?

Slam on your brakes.

Ease off of the accelerator.

Increase your speed to create more traction.

24.

[ Vehicle Positioning ]

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

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

Both options are correct.

Signal and look over your shoulder.

25.

[ 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 right or turn right.

The vehicle is reversing.

The vehicle shall move to the left or turn left.

The vehicle is braking.

Hint

26.

[ Sharing the Road ]

You are about to overtake a person riding a mobility scooter in windy weather. What should you do as you overtake?

Use your horn.

Allow plenty of space.

Keep as close as possible to them.

Use a higher gear whilst overtaking.

Hint

27.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

What should you do in the event that it is too bright for your signal lights to be seen easily?

Slow down and proceed with caution.

Use hand-and-arm positions to indicate what you are doing.

Neither option is correct.

28.

[ Lane Control ]

What lane number is considered the fast lane?

Number 1

Number 2

Number 3

29.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

What is the speed limit in any alley in the state of California?

55 mph

25 mph

15 mph

30.

[ Occupant Protection ]

Apart from the required age, what is the other exception for having a rear-facing child passenger restraint system?

The child is 30 pounds or more, and is 3 feet 2 inches taller.

The child is 40 pounds or more.

The child is 20 pounds or more.

31.

[ Vehicle Positioning ]

When you are on a city street, how much space should you leave to merge, cross, enter/exit traffic?

Half of a city block.

3 seconds.

A full city block.

32.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What is this sign indicating?

Pedestrian crossing.

School zone ahead.

Caution.

33.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What is this sign indicating?

There is a hospital ahead.

Railroad tracks.

Crossroad.

34.

[ Parking ]

What is parallel parking?

A driving technique that allows you to park adjacent to a public transit bus lane lawfully.

A driving technique that allows you to park parallel to an interstate in the event that you are tired from driving.

A driving technique that allows you to park parallel to the road in line with other vehicles.

35.

[ 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 $2,000.

A fine no less than $1,000.

A fine no less than $3,000.

36.

[ Occupant Protection ]

How far suggested should drivers ride from the airbag cover?

10 inches

5 inches

24 inches

37.

[ Additional Driving Laws / Rules ]

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

CVC 21152

CVC 480.

CVC 24002

38.

[ Vehicle Positioning ]

What is an example of a distracted person?

Construction workers.

Both options are correct.

Delivery persons.

39.

[ 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.

Attempt to squeeze by the other vehicle.

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

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

Hint

40.

[ Special Driving Situations ]

When towing, you should: (Select all that apply)

Ensure heavy and sharp objects are secured safely.

Avoid accelerating or braking too sharply.

Check your headlights are properly adjusted.

Carry as much as you can in your trailer or caravan and not your vehicle.

Hint

41.

[ Driver Readiness ]

Which of the following will prevent drowsy driving?

Rolling down the window.

Turning on the air conditioning.

Calling a ride service to take you to your destination.

42.

[ Lane Control ]

If there are only two lanes, which lane should you choose for the smoothest driving?

Either lane is perfectly acceptable.

The left lane.

The right lane.

43.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

When you are signalling before making a manoeuvre, you should always:

Use your hazard lights to alert other road users.

Begin your manoeuvre immediately as you have right of way.

Watch out for signals given by other road users and proceed only when you are satisfied that it is safe.

Keep signalling for about a minute before you manoeuvre as a warning.

Hint

44.

[ 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.

45.

[ Traffic Controls ]

When coming to a stop sign, if there is no limit line or cross walk present, where must you stop your vehicle?

You must stop before entering the intersection.

You must stop after the stop sign.

Anywhere, as it doesn't matter.

46.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

When making a right turn, what should you be considering?

Check for pedestrians, and for bicyclists.

Ensure that you keep a minimum of ten feet from the stop line.

Ensure that you signal oncoming motorists they can cross.

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