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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Laws and Rules of the Road

When towing a vehicle or trailer, which lanes must you drive in?

Any lanes regardless of the circumstance, or posted speed.

Any lane as long as you are maintaining the posted speed.

The lane that is closest to the right side of the road.

Safe Driving Practices

What is this diagram representing?

The driver is waving at oncoming traffic.

The driver is indicating that they are turning left.

The driver is indicating that they are turning right.

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 switch on your hazard lights.

You MUST NOT switch on your fog lights.

You MUST NOT slow down.

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

Special Driving Situations

If you are not able to see any farther than 100 feet in front of you, what should you reduce your speed to?

45 mph.

30 mph or below.

50 mph.

Vehicle Positioning

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

Signal and look over your shoulder.

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

Both options are correct.

Lane Control

What is a HOV lane?

A special lane used only for carpools, buses, motorcycles, or decaled low-emission vehicles.

HOV lanes are not present in the state of California.

HOV lanes are used for emergency vehicles only.

Parking

What is the penalty for abusing disabled placards?

Both options are correct.

A fine of up to $1,000.

A misdemeanor charge.

Laws and Rules of the Road

When making a right turn, what should you be considering?

Check for pedestrians, and for bicyclists.

Ensure that you keep a minimum of ten feet from the stop line.

Ensure that you signal oncoming motorists they can cross.

Safe Driving Practices

If you become agitated or annoyed at another road user, you should:

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

Rev your engine loudly to get them to move out of the way.

Use your horn to tell them you're annoyed.

Pull over, calm down and continue your journey after relaxing

10.

Alcohol and Drugs

If you are over the age of 21, what is the minimum level of BAC before it becomes unlawful to drive?

0.0005

0.0008

0.0001

11.

Sharing the Road

Who should you particularly look out for when reversing?

Children.

Motorcycle riders.

Pedestrians.

Traffic police.

12.

Laws and Rules of the Road

In the event that you have to drive on a sidewalk, what is the correct course of action?

You are not allowed to drive on sidewalks, as they are meant for pedestrians.

Decrease your speed to five miles per hour, and continue forward.

Ensure that there are no pedestrians on the sidewalk for the next block.

13.

Lane Control

What is the other common name for yield lines?

Stopping points.

Passing lanes.

Shark's teeth.

14.

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

Which of the following is one form of financial responsibility of your vehicle?

A blank cheque that you can use in the event that you are in a vehicle accident.

A copy of your bank statement that shows you have at least $4,000 in it.

A deposit of $35,000 with the Department of Motor Vehicles.

15.

Sharing the Road

Which of these are hazards you should be aware of on residential streets? (Select all that apply)

Vehicles moving off.

Children running out from behind parked cars.

Pedestrians.

Car doors opening.

16.

Traffic Controls

What is this sign indicating?

Merging traffic.

Added lane.

Curve

17.

Laws and Rules of the Road

What direction does traffic travel on a roundabout?

Counter-clockwise

Straight.

Clockwise

18.

Laws and Rules of the Road

On a school bus, what does the yellow flashing lights mean?

They warn you to slow down and prepare to stop.

They are there to indicate that they are a school bus.

The mean nothing as they are built as a part of the school bus to fulfil a government mandate.

19.

Traffic Controls

What is this sign indicating?

This sign indicates that a trolley is near by.

This sign indicates that a rest area is near by.

This sign indicates that there is a ski lodge near by.

20.

Visual Search

You want to reverse your car, but cannot see clearly behind using the mirrors. You should:

Open the car windows.

Get out of the car and push it backwards.

Open the car doors.

Ask for assistance from a passenger or passer-by.

21.

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.

30 days.

5 days.

90 days.

22.

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

How long can traffic convictions and collisions, at minimum, stay on your record for?

36 months.

12 months.

72 months.,

23.

Special Driving Situations

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

Drive more quickly to reduce time in the snow.

Allow more time for your journey.

Only travel if the journey is essential.

Keep your fog lights on at all times.

24.

Alcohol and Drugs

What is the purpose of an IID?

A device designed purely to make driving more difficult.

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

To prevent you from starting your vehicle if there is alcohol on your breath.

25.

Parking

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

CVC 597.7.

CVC 480.

CVC 22651.

26.

Lane Control

What do double white lines indicate on a roadway?

They separate traffic lanes on roads with two or more lanes in the same direction.

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

They mark traffic lanes going in the same direction.

27.

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 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.

28.

Lane Control

What are two sets of solid double yellow lines that are spaced 2 feet apart indicate?

The center of a road for two-way traffic.

They indicate that it is considered a barrier.

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

29.

Driver Readiness

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

Cars unexpectedly pulling out.

Truck drivers.

Children playing in the street.

Loud noises coming from houses.

30.

Driver Readiness

Which of the following is an example of a condition that physicians are required to report to the Department of Motor Vehicles.

Both options are correct.

Alzheimer's disease.

Lapses of consciousness.

31.

Lane Control

Which direction should you pass traffic?

You must pass traffic on the left hand side.

You must pass traffic on the right hand side.

It is not lawful to pass any vehicle under any circumstance.

32.

Handling Emergencies

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

Improper turns.

Both options are correct.

Unsafe speeds.

33.

Safe Driving Practices

What can cause a vehicle to skid? (Select all that apply)

Driving slowly and carefully.

Braking quickly.

Accelerating quickly.

Steering harshly.

34.

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 is optional because of pregnancy.

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

35.

Sharing the Road

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

36.

Alcohol and Drugs

What California penal code allows an officer to arrest you if they reasonably believe if you are under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs?

Both options are correct.

CVC 23153.

CVC 32152.

37.

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.

38.

Turns

What is 200 feet most often compared to, to help visualize the distance?

Half of an American football field.

Neither option is correct.

A quarter the distance of an average airport.

39.

Parking

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

Towards the shoulder of the road.

Away from the curb.

Towards the curb.

40.

Special Driving Situations

You are driving your car in wet weather. Rain and spray from the road are limiting visibility. You should: (Select all that apply)

Use your flashing hazard lights.

Use your fog lights if visibility is below 100m.

Use dipped headlights.

Use your horn so other road users are aware of you.

41.

Occupant Protection

Which of the following is not correct about wearing a shoulder harness style seatbelt?

The shoulder harness should be worn across the shoulder and chest.

The shoulder harness should have minimal to no slack.

The shoulder harness should be worn under the arm or the back.

42.

Parking

Which of the following is an example of illegal parking

Parking where a "no parking" sign is posted.

Both options are correct.

Parking adjacent to the curb.

43.

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 avoid an uneven road surface or an icy patch.

To get a better view of the road ahead.

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

Cyclists like to show off.

44.

Handling Emergencies

Who can you call for free assistance in the event that your car becomes disabled on the freeway?

Department of Motor Vehicles.

California Highway Patrol.

Freeway Service Patrol.

45.

Special Driving Situations

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

Reducing your speed.

Being proactive.

Both options are correct.

46.

Special Driving Situations

What should you do in the event that you begin to hydroplane?

Slow down suddenly by applying your brakes.

Slow down gradually, and do not apply your brakes

Slam down on your brakes to try and come to a complete stop.

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