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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[ Traffic Controls ]

What does a white rectangular sign normally indicate?

That you must consider following these rules, as they are entirely optional.

That you must obey important rules.

There are no white rectangular signs in the state of California.

[ 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 is safer to drive.

Increased use of the footbrake can reduce its effectiveness.

Vehicle handling and response is improved.

It may become more difficult to select the appropriate gear when needed.

Hint

[ Turns ]

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

200 feet

500 feet

100 feet

[ Special Driving Situations ]

What should you do when you are being pulled over by law enforcement?

Turn on your right turn signal to indicate to the police officer that you acknowledge them.

Move your vehicle to the right shoulder of the road.

Both options are correct.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

If you are dazzled by another vehicle's lights, you should:

Speed up to reduce the time you are dazzled.

Keep driving, but look away from the lights.

Put on a pair of sunglasses.

Reduce your speed and be prepared to stop if necessary.

Hint

[ Lane Control ]

Where are bike lanes typically located?

Alongside the interstate.

There are no designated bike lanes in the state of California.

Alongside streets adjacent to vehicle traffic.

[ Driver Readiness ]

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

Take a break for 15 minutes every 2 hours.

Stop in a safe place if you feel sleepy.

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

Drink alcohol to boost alertness.

Hint

[ Sharing the Road ]

The rider of the motorcycle in front of you is moving their hand up and down as shown in the picture. What do you expect the vehicle to do next?

The vehicle is braking.

The vehicle shall move to the left or turn left.

The vehicle shall move to the right or turn right.

The vehicle is reversing.

Hint

[ Additional Driving Laws / Rules ]

What should you do if you purchase a vehicle from another state?

Ensure that it drives properly.

Neither option is correct.

Ensure that it meets California's smog laws.

10.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

You should use dipped headlights: (Select all that apply)

When another vehicle is overtaking you.

To dazzle other road users.

During dull daytime weather.

At night in built-up areas.

Hint

11.

[ Sharing the Road ]

A farmer is herding cows across the road. What should you do?

Slow down and be ready to stop if necessary.

Turn around and find another route.

Speed up to get around them more quickly.

Use your horn.

Hint

12.

[ Sharing the Road ]

Which of these should you avoid when driving around large trucks?

Following too closely or tailgating.

Lingering alongside a truck when they are passing.

Both of these options are correct.

13.

[ Alcohol and Drugs ]

When taking medication, whom should you consult before operating a vehicle?

The local fuel station.

Your doctor or pharmacist

A passenger in your vehicle.

Your breakdown service.

Hint

14.

[ 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.

15.

[ Parking ]

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

Both options are correct.

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

Loaning your placard to friends or family.

16.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What is the correct interpretation for this pedestrian signal?

This pedestrian signal means you are allowed to cross the street.

Neither option is correct.

This pedestrian signal means to not cross the street.

17.

[ Sharing the Road ]

If you are needing to make a turn, and you must enter a bike lane to do so, how much distance can you drive into the bike lane?

500 feet.

200 feet.

1 mile.

18.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What is this sign indicating?

T Intersection

Winding Road

Curve.

19.

[ Additional Driving Laws / Rules ]

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

Your parents must assume all financial responsibility for your driving.

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.

20.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

You may use your hazard warning lights when you:

To thank other drivers.

Park dangerously or illegally.

Are being towed on a freeway or unrestricted roadway.

Need to warn other road users of an obstruction ahead.

Hint

21.

[ Visual Search ]

You are traveling along a road and you see a car reversing out from a driveway on the left. You should:

Use your horn, slow down and be prepared to stop.

Keep going as you have priority.

Speed up to get by the reversing vehicle.

Move to the right and overtake.

Hint

22.

[ Vehicle Positioning ]

You are traveling at a safe distance between you and the vehicle in front. Another vehicle overtakes and pulls into this gap. What should you do?

Flash your headlights.

Use your horn

Slow down to maintain a safe gap.

Speed up to overtake this new vehicle.

Hint

23.

[ Occupant Protection ]

Pregnant women should do the following regarding a lap belt seatbelt?

The lap belt must be worn with as little slack as possible for comfort.

The lap belt should be worn as low as possible under the abdomen.

The lap belt is optional because of pregnancy.

24.

[ 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.

Anywhere, as it doesn't matter.

You must stop after the stop sign.

25.

[ Turns ]

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

100 feet

500 feet

200 feet

26.

[ Parking ]

Which California penal code prohibits parking in a crosshatched space?

CVC 597.7.

CVC 480.

CVC 22507.8

27.

[ Lane Control ]

What do solid white lines indicate on a roadway?

They mark traffic lanes going in the same direction.

They separate traffic lanes on roads with two or more lanes.

They indicate a lane barrier between regular use and a preferential use lane.

28.

[ Special Driving Situations ]

You are driving your car along a wet road. Spray from the road is limiting your visibility. You should:

Speed up get through the wet area.

Pull over into a service area and wait for the road to dry.

Use dipped headlights.

Use your flashing hazard lights.

Hint

29.

[ Sharing the Road ]

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

Reduce your speed.

Both options are correct.

Be prepared to stop.

30.

[ Parking ]

What must you do in the event you are in possession of a deceased individual's disabled placard?

Neither option is correct.

Keep it for yourself as ownership transfers to you upon their death.

Return it to a Department of Motor Vehicles field office.

31.

[ Handling Emergencies ]

What do you need to provide to the Emergency Notification System if you have to call them due to your vehicle stalling on railroad tracks?

The year and make of your vehicle.

Neither option is correct as you do not call the Emergency Notification System in this situation

Your location and the railroad crossing number if posted.

32.

[ Special Driving Situations ]

Which of the following is a way to reduce the hazard associated with high winds while driving?

Both options are correct.

Reducing your speed.

Being proactive.

33.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

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

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

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

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

34.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

How much distance should be between your vehicle and your turn before you signal?

50 feet.

100 feet.

500 feet.

35.

[ Sharing the Road ]

It is against the law to follow how many feet behind an emergency vehicle while their emergency lights are activated?

300 feet.

500 feet.

1,000 feet.

36.

[ Lane Control ]

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

200 feet

1 mile

500 feet.

37.

[ Occupant Protection ]

Which of the following is a type of visual distraction?

Mind off of the road.

Eyes off of the road.

Keeping your eyes on the road.

38.

[ Traffic Controls ]

When are you allowed to make a right turn when a red arrow light is present?

Only when a green signal or a green arrow appears.

You can, applying the same rules as a regular red stop light.

At any time.

39.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What is the correct interpretation of this sign?

This sign indicates that you must follow its instruction.

Indicates that you must yield before proceeding.

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

40.

[ Occupant Protection ]

Under what circumstances are seatbelts required to be worn?

At all times.

When there are more than two occupants in a vehicle.

Only when the vehicle is traveling greater than 15 miles per hour.

41.

[ Traffic Controls ]

What is the correct interpretation of this sign?

This sign means that you cannot do a certain action.

This sign indicates that you are entering the incorrect road with the incorrect vehicle.

You may not enter the road that the sign is adjacent to.

42.

[ Lane Control ]

What do broken yellow lines indicate on a roadway?

Indicates that you may not pass in this area.

Indicates that you may pass if the broken line is next to your driving lane.

The center of a road for two-way traffic.

43.

[ Special Driving Situations ]

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

They confused other drivers.

They are bright and dazzle other road users.

They drain your vehicle's battery.

It reduces control of your vehicle.

Hint

44.

[ Safe Driving Practices ]

If you break down, and you have emergency flares available, what distance should you place them from your vehicle?

100 feet behind your vehicle.

200 feet behind your vehicle.

500 feet behind your vehicle.

45.

[ Alcohol and Drugs ]

You are driving down the road after having left the liquor store. The items you bought are in the front passenger seat. Is this legal?

No, this is not legal. You cannot have any form of alcohol in the vehicle.

No, this is not legal as you cannot have unsealed alcohol containers within arm's reach.

Yes, this is legal as long as the alcohol is sealed and, full, and unopened.

46.

[ Parking ]

What should you do before backing up to parallel park?

Lift your foot off of the brake.

Both options are correct.

Check your mirrors.

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