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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Traffic Controls

What is the correct interpretation for this traffic signal?

This traffic signal means that you may cross the street with caution.

This traffic signal means that it is legal for a pedestrian to cross the street.

This traffic signal means that you may not cross the street.

Occupant Protection

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

The driver airbag will not deploy in an accident.

All airbags will become disabled.

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

It will increase the risk of collisions.

Driver Readiness

Which of the following will not prevent drowsy driving?

Taking regular rest stops.

Rolling down the window.

Calling a ride service to take you to your destination.

Lane Control

What is bicycle boulevard?

A designated route for bicyclists on streets shared with vehicle traffic that prioritize bicycle travel.

A lane that provides greater separation from adjacent vehicle traffic.

Neither option is correct.

Parking

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

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

Both options are correct.

Park completely off of the pavement.

Traffic Controls

What is this sign indicating?

Curve.

T Intersection.

Slippery when wet.

Parking

What is parallel parking?

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 adjacent to a public transit bus lane lawfully.

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

Traffic Controls

What is this sign indicating?

No U-turns allowed.

No right turn.

No left turn.

Safe Driving Practices

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

You have sufficient fuel for your journey and planned where you can refuel if necessary.

You consume alcohol to improve your performance.

Any restraints are adjusted to reduce risk of neck and back injuries in a collision.

You have planned your route allowing plenty of time.

10.

Turns

At what distance should you signal before making a right turn?

200 feet

100 feet

500 feet

11.

Safe Driving Practices

You have turned into a sideroad and realise you have made a mistake. You should NOT:

Perform a three-point turn manoeuvre.

Reverse onto the main road.

Find an alternative route.

Keep going forward to find a safe place to turn around.

12.

Parking

Which California penal code prohibits parking in a crosshatched space?

CVC 22507.8

CVC 597.7.

CVC 480.

13.

Traffic Controls

What is this sign indicating?

Curve

Added lane.

Merging traffic.

14.

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.

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

Double solid lines indicates that you may not pass.

15.

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 emissions.

Reduce fuel consumption.

Get out of the vehicle to have a stretch.

Reduce noise pollution.

16.

Special Driving Situations

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

High beam headlights.

Low beam headlights.

Fog headlights.

17.

Turns

What should you not do when making a right turn?

Increase your speed to make the turn quickly.

Turning wide into another lane.

Both options are correct.

18.

Vehicle Positioning

What is an example of a driver who may present danger to other individuals?

Drivers backing out of driveways or parking space.

Both options are correct.

Drivers who cannot see other drivers because their view is blocked.

19.

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?

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

You will be required to complete a DUI program.

Neither option is correct.

20.

Laws and Rules of the Road

Which of the following must you do when driving through a crosswalk?

Increase your speed so you may pass over the crosswalk before the pedestrians do.

Ensure that all pedestrians have crossed, and proceed with caution.

Do not change your speed and proceed like normal, regardless of whether or not pedestrians are attempting to cross.

21.

Laws and Rules of the Road

If you have parked on the side of the road, what should you do before reentering the lane?

Yield to all traffic.

Quickly turn onto the road before another vehicle comes.

Proceed with high speed when entering the roadway.

22.

Special Driving Situations

What is most commonly used to check the tread on your tires?

A penny.

A quarter.

A dime.

23.

Occupant Protection

Which of the following is a type of cognitive distraction?

Mind off of the road.

Paying full attention to the road.

Reaching down to pick up an object that fell onto the floor board.

24.

Sharing the Road

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

Neither option is correct

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

You can move in front of a large truck and stop or slow down suddenly, as they can stop quicker than a regular vehicle.

25.

Safe Driving Practices

Why is it dangerous to use your fog lights when traveling in clear weather?

They will reduce your concentration.

Your fog lights may dazzle other drivers.

Other drivers may mistake them for your brake lights.

Other drivers may think there is fog ahead.

26.

Turns

To make a right turn, what should you drive close to?

The right side of the road.

The left side of the road.

The center of the road.

27.

Sharing the Road

When overtaking a horse and rider, what should you NOT do?

Overtake slowly.

Keep your distance from the horses.

Use your horn.

Wait until it is safe to overtake.

28.

Special Driving Situations

If your vehicle is stationary and is likely to remain so for more than a couple of minutes, you should reduce emissions and noise pollution by:

Checking your tires.

Switching off your engine.

Revving your engine to keep it warm.

Switching off any radios you have.

29.

Sharing the Road

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

Truck drivers.

Older drivers.

Disabled people.

Fields filled with animals.

30.

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 a higher gear whilst overtaking.

Allow plenty of space.

Use your horn.

Keep as close as possible to them.

31.

Special Driving Situations

If there is not a speed limit posted before a curve, which should you do?

Judge how sharp the curve is and adjust your speed.

Judge how sharp the curve is and make no speed adjustment.

Judge how sharp the curve is and increase your speed.

32.

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

If your driver's license is suspended, once the suspension period has ended, what must you do to apply for a new driver's license?

You must show a copy of your previous driver's license.

Neither option is correct.

You must show proof of financial responsibility.

33.

Parking

What is a crosshatched area adjacent to a parking space mean?

Any vehicle can park here for a limited amount of time.

This means that this is a no parking area.

This means that only motorcyclists can park there.

34.

Sharing the Road

Which of the following can you do to prevent other drivers from becoming angry?

Using your horn for non-emergencies.

Both options are correct.

Do not tailgate other drivers.

35.

Handling Emergencies

What is the fourth 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.

Apply the breaks.

36.

Special Driving Situations

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

The vehicle to skid and lose control.

Better steering control.

Improved wheel grip.

The vehicle to speed up normally.

37.

Parking

What does a blue parking colored curb indicate?

This parking is only permitted for those with a disabled placard or license plate.

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

No stopping, standing, or parking is permitted.

38.

Laws and Rules of the Road

Under what circumstance must you drive slower?

When there is heavy traffic.

When there is bad weather.

Both options are correct.

39.

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?

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.

Neither option is correct.

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

40.

Special Driving Situations

If you are using a penny to check the tread on your tires, what is the indicator that you need to change your tires?

Neither option is correct, as a penny is an unreliable way to check the tread on your tires.

If you can only see Abraham Lincoln's neck.

If you can see the top of Abraham Lincoln's head.

41.

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

If you are under the age of 18, and you are driving, what is required of your parents?

Your parents are not required to do anything.

Your parents are not required to assume financial responsibility of your driving, as they are not the one driving the vehicle.

Your parents must assume all financial responsibility for your driving.

42.

Handling Emergencies

What can you do to prevent skidding?

Avoid fast turns.

Increase your speed to create more traction.

Make no adjustments to your driving.

43.

Special Driving Situations

When should you switch off your fog lights?

When visibility is greater than 500 feet.

When visibility is greater than 1000 feet.

Visibility is greater than 2000 feet.

When visibility is greater than 200 feet.

44.

Vehicle Positioning

When traveling in wet weather, you should keep well back from the vehicle in front. This will:

Reduce your typical stopping distance.

Decrease fuel consumption.

Increase your ability to see and plan ahead.

Increase your ability to accelerate.

45.

Special Driving Situations

Ice and snowy weather has been forecasted. You should: (Select all that apply)

Keep your fog lights on at all times.

Only travel if the journey is essential.

Allow more time for your journey.

Drive more quickly to reduce time in the snow.

46.

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.

Increase your following distance to other vehicles.

Both options are correct.

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