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

If you are under the age of 21, and you are convicted of having a BAC of 0.01% or over, which of the following is a possible consequence?

No actions will be taken against you.

You will face life imprisonment.

Your driving privilege will be revoked for one year.

Safe Driving Practices

Which circumstance is an example of when to use your horn?

Because you are angry or upset.

On the freeway when changing lanes.

On narrow mountain roads when you can not see 200 feet ahead.

Visual Search

Under ideal circumstances, how long will it take to stop if you are travelling 35 mph?

210 feet.

150 feet

500 feet.

Parking

Under what circumstances may you park on a freeway?

When a stop is specifically permitted.

Both options are correct.

In an emergency.

Special Driving Situations

After how many miles should you rotate your tires?

Every 3,000 to 5,000 miles.

Every 6,000 to 7,000 miles.

Every 1,000 - 2,000 miles.

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.

Parking

What California penal code allows a vehicle to be removed after 4 hours?

CVC 597.7.

CVC 480.

CVC 22651.

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.

Special Driving Situations

Accelerating very quickly on a wet or icy road may cause:

Improved wheel grip.

The vehicle to skid and lose control.

Better steering control.

The vehicle to speed up normally.

10.

Laws and Rules of the Road

If you choose to drive slower than normal at any other time, what lane do you not drive in?

Lane Three

Lane One

Lane Two

11.

Lane Control

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

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

It is dangerous to pass vehicles at these points.

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

12.

Alcohol and Drugs

Which of the following is true regarding impaired judgement?

Impaired judgement affects how you react to sounds and what you see.

Impaired judgement does not affect how you react to sounds and what you see.

Impaired judgement improves how well you response to sounds and what you see.

13.

Parking

Which of the following is an example of illegal parking

Neither option is correct.

Parking adjacent to a hospital.

Parking within 7.5 feet of a railroad track.

14.

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?

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

Stay in your vehicle and call for help.

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

15.

Turns

Which of the following is not an illegal U-turn?

In front of a fire station.

When you cannot see clearly 200 feet in each direction.

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

16.

Driver Readiness

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

Truck drivers.

Children playing in the street.

Cars unexpectedly pulling out.

Loud noises coming from houses.

17.

Alcohol and Drugs

Consuming alcohol will have the following effect: (Select all that apply)

Reduce co-ordination and slow down reactions.

Make you a better driver.

Decrease the risk of collisions.

Give a false sense of confidence.

18.

Lane Control

If you are driving slowly on a two lane road, how many vehicles must be behind you before you are required to turn into a turnout area?

5 vehicles

1 vehicle.

3 vehicles.

19.

Driver Readiness

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

Drink alcohol to boost alertness.

Stop in a safe place if you feel sleepy.

Take a break for 15 minutes every 2 hours.

Avoid long journeys during the night when natural alertness is minimum.

20.

Handling Emergencies

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

Both options are correct.

Unsafe speeds.

Improper turns.

21.

Parking

In the event that you have to stop on a freeway, how should you park?

Both options are correct.

Park completely off of the pavement.

Park in the middle of the lane with your warning lights engaged.

22.

Visual Search

Why is it important to not develop a "fixed stare" while driving?

Neither option is correct.

It prevents you from seeing potential hazards ahead of you.

It is a good habit to develop as it decreases the chances of an accident.

23.

Laws and Rules of the Road

What direction does traffic travel on a roundabout?

Clockwise

Straight.

Counter-clockwise

24.

Alcohol and Drugs

What is an IID?

An ignition interlock device.

A form of license plate that is optional for your vehicle.

A type of headlight that allows you to see better at night.

25.

Special Driving Situations

If your vehicle is stationary and is likely to remain so for more than a couple of minutes, you should apply the parking brake and switch off the engine in order to: (Select all that apply)

Reduce noise pollution.

Get out of the vehicle to have a stretch.

Reduce fuel consumption.

Reduce emissions.

26.

Occupant Protection

How far should your passengers ride from the airbag cover?

5 inches.

13 inches

10 inches

27.

Safe Driving Practices

What should you do if you are experiencing vehicle troubles and are unable to continue driving?

Pull off of the road away from traffic.

Turn on your emergency flashers if possible.

Both options are correct.

28.

Traffic Controls

What other information may be included on this sign?

No other information is ever included with this sign.

This sign may be show with or without words.

This sign may appear in different colors to indicate the severity of the action.

29.

Parking

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

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

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

Neither option is correct.

30.

Lane Control

What should you do before overtaking? (Select all that apply)

Flash your lights first to try to get the vehicle you plan to overtake to speed up.

Make sure the road is sufficiently clear ahead.

Make sure there is a suitable gap in front of the vehicle you plan to overtake.

Make sure other road users are not overtaking you.

31.

Sharing the Road

Whilst traveling at night, another vehicle is overtaking you. You should:

Flash your lights at the other driver.

Speed up to prevent the overtaking.

Dip your headlights to avoid dazzling other road users.

Switch on your hazard warning lights.

32.

Occupant Protection

At what age is it considered illegal to leave a child unattended in a vehicle?

12 years old.

6 years old.

5 years old.

33.

Safe Driving Practices

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

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

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

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

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

34.

Occupant Protection

What brochure can you refer to in the event you are needing clarification regarding Driver Distractions?

California Penal Code 597.7

The FFDL 28 Fast Facts Brochure

The United States Constitution

35.

Sharing the Road

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

Car drivers.

Cyclists.

Truck drivers.

Horse riders.

36.

Lane Control

What should you NOT do before overtaking? (Select all that apply)

Use your mirrors and only overtake when safe to do so.

Yield to oncoming traffic before passing parked vehicles.

Follow a vehicle already overtaking.

Get as close as possible to the vehicle you plan to overtake.

37.

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

If you sell or transfer a vehicle in the state of California, how long do you have to report it to the Department of Motor Vehicles.

90 days.

5 days.

30 days.

38.

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.

Your attention is distracted by water on the windscreen.

They may be wet which reduces their friction.

A fish may be stuck on your wheel.

39.

Occupant Protection

Which of the following is a type of manual distraction?

Listening to the radio at high volumes.

Speaking with your passenger(s).

Taking your hands off of the steering wheel while your vehicle is in motion.

40.

Special Driving Situations

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

Stay at a constant speed until the problem resolves itself.

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

Turn the steering wheel to follow the trailer or caravan.

Speed up to regain control.

41.

Sharing the Road

Which of these light signals implies the car is reversing or will reverse?

42.

Special Driving Situations

On curves, there is ___ pull on your vehicle.

A strong downward pull.

no pull.

A strong outward pull

43.

Safe Driving Practices

Before making a manoeuvre, changing direction, slowing down or moving off you should always: (Select all that apply)

Flash your headlights to warn other road users.

Give clear signals in plenty of time, having checked it is not misleading to signal at that time.

Switch on your hazard lights.

Use an arm signal to emphasise or reinforce your signal if necessary.

44.

Safe Driving Practices

When MUST your vehicle's headlights be switched on?

Visibility is reduced to 2000 feet.

Visibility is reduced to 1000 feet.

Visibility is reduced to 200 feet.

Visibility is reduced to 500 feet.

45.

Safe Driving Practices

If your vehicle is low on fuel, you should:

Stop at the nearest service station to refuel as soon as possible.

Keep driving until you almost run out. Cars are more efficient with less fuel in the tank.

Speed up to consume more fuel.

Begin a freeway journey.

46.

Lane Control

What is the maximum amount of distance that you can drive in a center left turn lane?

1 mile

200 feet

500 feet.

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