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.

Ready? Click 'Next' to begin.

[ Alcohol and Drugs ]

In the event that you are convicted, for the first time, of DUI, how long will your driving privileges be suspended for?

15 days.

6 months.

1 month.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What is this sign indicating?

Sharp turn.

Two way traffic.

Curve.

[ Alcohol and Drugs ]

What does a Preliminary Alcohol Screening not detect?

The presence of drugs.

The presence of alcohol.

The presence of marijuana.

[ Visual Search ]

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

150 feet

210 feet.

500 feet.

[ 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 braking.

The vehicle is reversing.

The vehicle shall move to the right or turn right.

Hint

[ 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?

30 days.

90 days.

10 days.

[ Additional Driving Laws / Rules ]

What is the fee you may be required to pay to the Department of Motor Vehicles in the event that you driver's license is suspended?

200

[ Special Driving Situations ]

On curves, there is ___ pull on your vehicle.

A strong downward pull.

A strong outward pull

no pull.

[ 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.

Neither option is correct.

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

10.

[ Sharing the Road ]

You are traveling slowly behind a cyclist in front of you. Why might they suddenly swerve or move across the traffic lane?

To get a better view of the road ahead.

To avoid an obstacle, such as a drain cover.

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

Cyclists like to show off.

Hint

11.

[ Additional Driving Laws / Rules ]

If an individual is convicted of vandalism or graffiti, how long may their driver's license be suspended for?

Up to six months.

Up to 1 year.

Up to 2 years.

12.

[ 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 $3,000.

A fine no less than $1,000.

A fine no less than $2,000.

13.

[ Sharing the Road ]

Which of these light signals implies the car is slowing down and maybe stop?

Hint

14.

[ Driver Readiness ]

Which of the following will prevent drowsy driving?

Calling a ride service to take you to your destination.

Turning on the air conditioning.

Rolling down the window.

15.

[ Special Driving Situations ]

What do all gas-powered vehicles produce?

Carbon monoxide.

Oxygen.

Sodium chloride.

16.

[ Vehicle Positioning ]

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

Signal and look over your shoulder.

Both options are correct.

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

17.

[ Visual Search ]

What is the "3 second rule"?

A method in which you can ensure that there is enough distance between you and the vehicle in front of you.

When you are passing another vehicle, you have three seconds to pass

Neither option is correct.

18.

[ Special Driving Situations ]

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

Increase your following distance to other vehicles.

Both options are correct.

The best advice is to not travel in those conditions.

19.

[ Parking ]

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

Approximately 20 degrees.

Approximately 45 degrees.

Approximately 75 degrees.

20.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What is this sign indicating?

Stop ahead.

No traffic signal ahead.

Traffic signal ahead.

21.

[ Handling Emergencies ]

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

Apply the breaks.

Shift to neutral.

Stop and turn off of the ignition.

22.

[ Vehicle Positioning ]

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

Increase your ability to see and plan ahead.

Decrease fuel consumption.

Increase your ability to accelerate.

Reduce your typical stopping distance.

Hint

23.

[ Special Driving Situations ]

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

To allow for easier braking.

To reduce likelihood of wheel spin.

To drive faster.

To consume less fuel.

Hint

24.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What is the correct interpretation of this sign?

This sign indicates that you must make a full stop.

This sign indicates that you are not allowed to do a certain action.

This sign indicates that you must yield.

25.

[ Occupant Protection ]

Which of the following is considered a driver's distraction?

Looking at Google Maps or another GPS application.

Not using handheld devices while driving.

Reaching for an object inside of the vehicle.

26.

[ Special Driving Situations ]

You are on snow and about to begin moving. As you set off, you should:

Leave your handbrake on.

Quickly turn the steering to loosen the snow.

Use the highest gear you can.

Always use 1st gear.

Hint

27.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

Under what circumstances are you allowed to cross a sidewalk with your vehicle?

You are allowed to cross a sidewalk with your vehicle for any reason.

Only to enter or exit a driveway or alley.

You are allowed to cross the sidewalk in the event that you are trying to pass another vehicle.

28.

[ Handling Emergencies ]

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

Apply the breaks.

Keep your eyes on the road.

Look for an alternate route away from traffic.

29.

[ Special Driving Situations ]

After how many miles should you rotate your tires?

Every 1,000 - 2,000 miles.

Every 6,000 to 7,000 miles.

Every 3,000 to 5,000 miles.

30.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

Which of the following is true when driving in a roundabout?

You may pass vehicles using any additional lanes.

Do not stop or pass vehicles.

You may enter using a high rate of speed.

31.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

What should you do to alert other drivers if an accident has happened ahead of you?

Both options are correct.

By turning on your emergency flashers.

Tapping your brake pedal 3 or 4 times quickly.

32.

[ Parking ]

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

1 hour.

4 hours.

24 hours.

33.

[ Visual Search ]

What should you do when backing up?

Back up quickly to get out of the way of oncoming traffic.

Back up slowly to avoid collisions.

Neither option is correct.

34.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

If there is a stop line before the crosswalk, where must you stop?

The stop line must be obeyed first.

Ignore the stop line and stop before the crosswalk.

Neither option is correct.

35.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

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

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

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.

Hint

36.

[ Parking ]

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

Towards the curb.

Towards the shoulder of the road.

Away from the curb.

37.

[ Sharing the Road ]

Which of these light signals implies the car will turn left or move to the left?

Hint

38.

[ Additional Driving Laws / Rules ]

If you are under the age of 18, what can your parents or guardians do regarding your driver's license?

They can have your driver's license cancelled.

They cannot do anything, as you have proven that you can drive since you have a driver's license.

Neither option is correct.

39.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

If two vehicles meet on a steep road where neither car can pass, who has the right-of-way?

Neither vehicle has the right-of-way. Both vehicles are responsible for determining who may go.

The vehicle going uphill.

The vehicle going downhill.

40.

[ Alcohol and Drugs ]

If you are convicted of a DUI for the second time, how many years will your license be suspended for?

5 years.

2 years.

1 year.

41.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

When might you want to slow down instead of traveling at the speed limit? (Select all that apply)

When you are coming up to a blind bend in the road.

On an empty road in good weather.

Coming up to junctions where other road users may pull out with little warning.

In poor weather conditions.

Hint

42.

[ Turns ]

What should you do when you are making a right turn?

Reduce your speed.

Look over your right shoulder.

Both options are correct.

43.

[ Vehicle Positioning ]

You are needing to turn left, and you engage your turn signal. In front of you, another vehicle has their right turn signal engaged. What should you do?

Go ahead and turn left since they have their right turn signal engaged.

Wait until the driver has begun their right turn.

Neither option is correct.

44.

[ Visual Search ]

In this image, what does the blue area visualize?

What is at your side.

Blind spots.

What is ahead.

45.

[ Laws and Rules of the Road ]

Which of the following is the correct assumption regarding right-of-way rules?

There are no defined right-of-way rules.

Other drivers will always give you the right-of-way.

Never assume that other drivers will give you the right-of-way.

46.

[ Special Driving Situations ]

Why MUST you switch off your fog lights when visibility improves?

They are bright and dazzle other road users.

They drain your vehicle's battery.

It reduces control of your vehicle.

They confused other drivers.

Hint

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