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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Safe Driving Practices

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

You are wearing baggy clothes.

Your mirrors and seat are adjusted correctly.

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

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

Driver Readiness

Which California penal code requires physicians to report conditions that may affect your ability to drive?

CVC 480.

CHSC 103900

CVC 22511.

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.

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

Neither option is correct.

Lane Control

What are turnout areas?

Special areas where you are allowed to make U-Turns.

Neither option is correct.

Designated areas that allow other cars behind you to pass.

Special Driving Situations

What effects can a soft road surface have on your vehicle? (Select all that apply)

Improved fuel efficiency.

Noisier exhaust.

Reduced tire grip.

Slippery road surface.

Sharing the Road

When an emergency vehicle has their sirens activated, where should you drive to to allow them to pass?

The middle of the road.

The right side of the road.

Neither option is correct.

Alcohol and Drugs

If you have been drinking, and your BAC is below legal limits, which of the following is true?

You may still show impairments, even though you are below the legal limit.

It is entirely safe to drive.

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

Alcohol and Drugs

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

Only drink wine and not spirits.

Arrange another means of transport.

Drive with your hazard lights flashing to warn other vehicles.

Drive faster to reduce risk of collisions.

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 shall move to the right or turn right.

The vehicle shall move to the left or turn left.

The vehicle is reversing.

The vehicle is braking.

10.

Traffic Controls

What is the correct interpretation of this sign?

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

This sign indicates that you are entering the wrong way of traffic.

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

11.

Safe Driving Practices

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

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

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

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

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

12.

Parking

How much distance should your vehicle be visible in the event that you have to park off of the freeway.

100 feet in each direction.

200 feet in each direction.

It does not matter as you will be parking off of the pavement.

13.

Safe Driving Practices

In normal circumstances, what is the safest way to use the brakes?

Slow down by reducing gear and using engine braking. Only brake as late as possible.

Slow down quickly as early as possible and then travel very slowly up to the stopping point.

Brake early and gently.

Sharply and as late as possible.

14.

Special Driving Situations

While driving at night, where should you look when a car with bright headlights is coming from the other direction?

Look at the left side of your lane.

Look to the right edge of your lane.

Look at the other driver.

15.

Special Driving Situations

Fast driving in wet or icy conditions may cause:

The vehicle to skid and lose control.

Improved wheel grip.

The vehicle to handle normally.

Better steering control.

16.

Vehicle Positioning

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

Both options are correct.

Signal and look over your shoulder.

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

17.

Laws and Rules of the Road

In unmarked crosswalks, who has the right-of-way?

Bicyclists.

Pedestrians.

Vehicles.

18.

Traffic Controls

What is this type of sign meant for?

Nothing. This sign is meant for highway officials only.

This sign provides you a number to make a complaint about another driver.

This sign indicates what you should do in the event that your vehicle stalls on railroad tracks.

19.

Visual Search

In this image, what do the shaded areas visualize?

The blind spots of your vehicle.

How far other vehicles should travel from your vehicle.

The correct way to travel down a highway.

20.

Lane Control

What is the correct interpretation of this diagram?

Double solid lines indicates that you may not pass.

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.

21.

Traffic Controls

After stopping at a flashing red traffic signal, what should you do?

Wait until an official clears you to proceed.

You must wait until the light turns green.

Proceed with caution and observe the right-of-way rules.

22.

Sharing the Road

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

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

Neither option is correct

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

23.

Laws and Rules of the Road

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

Neither option is correct.

The stop line must be obeyed first.

Ignore the stop line and stop before the crosswalk.

24.

Special Driving Situations

Why are vehicles fitted with rear fog lights?

To allow other vehicles to see you in fog.

For learner drivers on the freeway.

In case your vehicle breaks down.

In case your brake lights don't work.

25.

Traffic Controls

What is this sign indicating?

There is a stop sign ahead.

Be prepared to proceed with caution.

Directional arrow.

26.

Alcohol and Drugs

If you are driving a vehicle that requires a CDL, what is the minimum level of BAC before it becomes unlawful to drive?

0.0005

0.0004

0.0001

27.

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.

28.

Laws and Rules of the Road

Unregistered and untaxed vehicles can only be used:

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

When the driver or rider has an appropriate license.

On quiet roads with little traffic.

Between 10pm and 6am.

29.

Occupant Protection

A child is sitting in the front seat with a rear facing child passenger restraint system. Is it lawful for the driver to allow this?

Yes, as long as the child is properly restrained in the passenger seat.

No, this is not lawful. The child must be in the backseat if they are restrained in a rear facing child seat.

Neither option is correct.

30.

Lane Control

Where are bike lanes typically located?

Alongside the interstate.

Alongside streets adjacent to vehicle traffic.

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

31.

Lane Control

What is a bike route?

A lane that provides greater separation from adjacent vehicle traffic.

A route for bicyclists on streets that are shared with vehicle traffic.

A route for bicyclists on streets shared with vehicle traffic.

32.

Laws and Rules of the Road

What is the speed limit for a blind intersection?

25 mph

15 mph

35 mph

33.

Safe Driving Practices

At what point, in poor conditions, should you turn your headlights on?

When you are unable to see 1,000 feet ahead of you.

Neither option is correct.

When you are unable to see 500 feet ahead of you.

34.

Traffic Controls

What is this sign indicating?

No U-turns allowed.

No left turn.

No right turn.

35.

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

If an individual is from out of state, once they receive a job or become a resident, how long do they have to register their vehicle with the state of California?

20 days.

5 days.

7 days.

36.

Sharing the Road

The motorcycle in front of you has a flashing amber light as shown. What do you expect the vehicle to do next?

The vehicle shall move to the right or turn right.

The vehicle is braking.

The vehicle is reversing.

The vehicle shall move to the left or turn left.

37.

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.

38.

Lane Control

When you approach a junction, you see a long vehicle in front of you is signalling to turn right, but is positioned on the left. What should you do?

Stay back and allow the long vehicle to finish its manoeuvre.

Overtake the long vehicle on the left.

Use your horn to warn the other driver.

Overtake the long vehicle on the right.

39.

Handling Emergencies

According to the California Highway Patrol, what should you do if your vehicle becomes disabled on the freeway?

Both options are correct.

Safely pull to the right shoulder.

Stay inside your vehicle with the seat belt on until help arrives.

40.

Sharing the Road

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

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

Keep going as you have right of way.

Stop and wait for the pedestrian to finish crossing.

Rev your engine to show your annoyance.

41.

Traffic Controls

Which of the following traffic signals means to "proceed with caution"?

A green arrow traffic signal.

A solid green traffic signal.

A flashing yellow traffic signal.

42.

Sharing the Road

In slow moving traffic, you should: (Select all that apply)

Allow sufficient space to manoeuvre should an emergency vehicle need to pass.

Overtake slower vehicles on either the left or the right side.

Keep as close as possible to the vehicle in front.

Overtake slower vehicles only on the right hand side.

43.

Special Driving Situations

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

Properly distribute the weight in your caravan or trailer.

Overload your vehicle or trailer.

Secure your load.

Tow more than your licence permits.

44.

Handling Emergencies

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

Stop and turn off of the ignition.

Apply the breaks.

Keep your eyes on the road.

45.

Special Driving Situations

You are traveling along a road and you cannot see more than 100 meters (328 feet) in front. What should you do?

You MUST use headlights. You may use fog lights if necessary.

You MUST switch on your hazard lights.

You MUST NOT switch on your fog lights.

You MUST NOT slow down.

46.

Parking

Where is it acceptable to park and leave your vehicle? (Select all that apply)

On-street parking bays marked out by white lines.

On-street areas marked out by yellow zig zag lines along the road.

In off-street parking areas.

On-street areas marked out by double yellow lines.

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