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 correct when making a left turn?

Increase your speed and quickly make the turn.

Look over your left shoulder and reduce your speed.

Decrease your speed and make the turn as quickly as possible.

Parking

When parking uphill or downhill, with no curb, what way should you turn your wheels?

Towards the curb.

Away from the curb.

Towards the shoulder of the road.

Sharing the Road

What does this diagram visualize?

A representation of how large a large truck is compared to regular vehicles.

A large truck's blind stop.

The distance that other vehicles should drive from a large truck.

Lane Control

Apart from looking in your mirrors, what should you do before changing lanes?

Change lanes without a signal, as long as you do it slowly to let other drivers know.

Be sure that there is enough room for your vehicle in the next lane.

Signal and change lanes without any other precautionary measures.

Occupant Protection

Which of the following is not correct about wearing a shoulder harness style seatbelt?

The shoulder harness should be worn under the arm or the back.

The shoulder harness should have minimal to no slack.

The shoulder harness should be worn across the shoulder and chest.

Laws and Rules of the Road

When approaching a pedestrian where do you stop in the event that you have to?

Before the painted lines that mark the crosswalk.

You are not required to stop as you have the right-of-way since you are driving a vehicle.

After the painted lines that mark the crosswalk.

Traffic Controls

Which of the following signs means to remain stopped until the green signal, or green arrow appears?

A flashing red traffic signal.

A flashing yellow traffic signal.

A red arrow traffic signal.

Occupant Protection

Why must a rear-facing baby seat not be placed in the front seat of a car with an active frontal airbag?

It will increase the risk of collisions.

An active passenger airbag can cause injury or death to the child.

All airbags will become disabled.

The driver airbag will not deploy in an accident.

Lane Control

What is the correct interpretation of this diagram?

Double solid lines indicates that you may not pass.

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

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

10.

Safe Driving Practices

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

One hand steering.

Push/pull steering.

Hand-over-hand steering.

11.

Occupant Protection

How far suggested should drivers ride from the airbag cover?

5 inches

10 inches

24 inches

12.

Lane Control

Which of the following may apply to you if you drive a low/zero emission vehicle?

You may be exempt from all toll charges on HOT lanes.

You may drive at any speed you wish, regardless of posted signs.

You may be exempt from all Department of Motor Vehicles related charges for your vehicle.

13.

Parking

When you back up to parallel park, at what degree angle should you back up at?

Approximately 45 degrees.

Approximately 75 degrees.

Approximately 20 degrees.

14.

Laws and Rules of the Road

When turning left, what is suggested to ensure your safety?

There are no suggested safety tips when turning left.

Keep your wheels pointed straight to be prevent being thrown into oncoming traffic in the event of an accident.

Neither option is correct.

15.

Alcohol and Drugs

If you are going to consume alcohol before a journey, you should:

Only drink wine and not spirits.

Drive with your hazard lights flashing to warn other vehicles.

Drive faster to reduce risk of collisions.

Arrange another means of transport.

16.

Handling Emergencies

What is the seventh step you must do in the event that your accelerator becomes stuck?

Keep your eyes on the road.

Look for an alternate route away from traffic.

Stop and turn off of the ignition.

17.

Safe Driving Practices

Before setting off on a journey, you should ensure that: (Select all that apply)

Your mobile phone can be easily reached in case you receive a call.

You are wearing baggy clothes.

Your mirrors and seat are adjusted correctly.

You know all the controls in your vehicle and how to use them.

18.

Turns

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

Neither option is correct.

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

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

19.

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.

Read your local newspaper.

No need to plan, just follow the signs.

20.

Occupant Protection

Which of the following is correct regarding lap belt and shoulder harness style seatbelts?

Wearing both will increase the chance of a survival in a vehicle accident.

Wearing both will decrease the chance of a survival in a vehicle accident.

Wearing both may cause greater injury in the event of a vehicle accident.

21.

Special Driving Situations

What should you do if you are driving and there is heavy fog or smoke?

The best advice is to not travel in those conditions.

Both options are correct.

Increase your following distance to other vehicles.

22.

Parking

How much space should you leave between your vehicle and the vehicle in front of you when you parallel park?

1 foot.

2 feet.

5 feet.

23.

Special Driving Situations

Why are vehicles fitted with front fog lights?

In case your headlights are broken.

In case your vehicle breaks down.

For learner drivers on the freeway.

To improve your visbility ahead.

24.

Laws and Rules of the Road

What is the speed limit for a blind intersection?

25 mph

15 mph

35 mph

25.

Parking

Which of the following is an example of disabled placard abuse?

Neither option is correct.

Using a placard after it has been reporting that it has been lost or stolen.

Using a placard issued to you by the Department of Motor Vehicles.

26.

Special Driving Situations

When towing, you MUST NOT: (Select all that apply)

Overload your vehicle or trailer.

Properly distribute the weight in your caravan or trailer.

Tow more than your licence permits.

Secure your load.

27.

Sharing the Road

You are reversing your car and a pedestrian starts walking behind you. You should:

Keep going as you have right of way.

Use your horn to get pedestrian to move out of the way.

Rev your engine to show your annoyance.

Stop and wait for the pedestrian to finish crossing.

28.

Safe Driving Practices

In stationary traffic, you should:

Use your horn aggressively to speed up the traffic.

Use your mobile phone to report the traffic.

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

Get out of the vehicle to have a stretch.

29.

Sharing the Road

The rider of the motorcycle in front of you is holding their arm out straight to the left as shown in the picture. What do you expect the vehicle to do next?

The vehicle is braking.

The vehicle shall move to the right or turn right.

The vehicle is reversing.

The vehicle shall move to the left or turn left.

30.

Laws and Rules of the Road

Unregistered and untaxed vehicles can only be used:

Between 10pm and 6am.

When the driver or rider has an appropriate license.

When the vehicle is off-road on private land and NEVER uses a public road.

On quiet roads with little traffic.

31.

Visual Search

What should you do before changing lanes?

Increase speed and change lanes.

Increase speed and give a signal before changing lanes.

Look into your rearview mirror for nearby vehicles.

32.

Handling Emergencies

Your vehicle accelerates too quickly in wet or icy conditions and begins to skid. How should you recover control of the vehicle?

Speed up whilst steering away from the skid.

Release the accelerator. Steer into the skid.

Increase acceleration to speed up out of the skid.

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

33.

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?

90 days.

30 days.

10 days.

34.

Occupant Protection

An eight year old child is riding in the front seat of a vehicle. The vehicle does not have a backseat available. Is it lawful for this child to sit in the front seat?

Yes, since there is no rear seat available, the child may sit in the front seat lawfully.

No, as all children must ride in the backseat.

As long as the child is wearing their seatbelt, it does not matter.

35.

Sharing the Road

You are traveling with a motorcycle riding in front of you. Why might they suddenly swerve or move across the traffic lane?

To get a better view of the road ahead.

As a warning to you that you're traveling too closely.

Motorcycle riders like to show off.

To avoid an obstacle, such as a drain cover.

36.

Sharing the Road

The rider of the motorcycle in front of you is holding their arm out straight to the right as shown in the picture. 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.

37.

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

How long can traffic convictions and collisions, at minimum, stay on your record for?

72 months.,

36 months.

12 months.

38.

Special Driving Situations

When driving on snow, you should:

Rev the engine higher.

Drive as quickly as possible.

Use the lowest possible gear for your speed.

Use the highest possible gear for your speed.

39.

Alcohol and Drugs

What is the consequence if your BAC is 0.08% or higher?

The officer may arrest you.

The officer may let you go, as long as you promise to drive straight home at a reduced speed.

Neither option is correct, as the BAC is not a reliable way to determine how much you have had to drink.

40.

Handling Emergencies

Which of the following the Freeway Service Patrol not provide assistance with?

Towing your vehicle to a location approved by the California Highway Patrol.

Tow your motorcycle.

Change a flat tire.

41.

Sharing the Road

When you enter a construction zone, what should you do?

Reduce your speed.

Both options are correct.

Be prepared to stop.

42.

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

If an individual is convicted of engaging in a speed contest that results in bodily injury to another person, what is the consequence?

A fine.

Imprisonment.

Both options are correct.

43.

Sharing the Road

You are traveling with a motorcycle riding in front of you. Why might they suddenly swerve or move across the traffic lane?

Motorcycle riders like to show off.

As a warning to you that you're traveling too closely.

To get a better view of the road ahead.

To avoid an uneven road surface or an icy patch.

44.

Driver Readiness

You are traveling through a residential street. What should you be particularly aware of?

Truck drivers.

Loud noises coming from houses.

Cars unexpectedly pulling out.

Children playing in the street.

45.

Visual Search

In this image, what does the yellow area visualize?

Blind spots.

What is at your side.

What is ahead.

46.

Safe Driving Practices

A driver is moving slowly, and you want them to go faster. Should you honk your horn at them?

Yes, as you are in a hurry and you need to get to your destination.

No, as the driver may not be able to go any faster due to one reason or another

Yes, as you want them to get out of the way.

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