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.

[Laws and Rules of the Road]

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

Quickly turn onto the road before another vehicle comes.

Proceed with high speed when entering the roadway.

Yield to all traffic.

[Driver Readiness]

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

Stop in a safe place if you feel sleepy.

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

Take a break for 15 minutes every 2 hours.

Drink alcohol to boost alertness.

[Alcohol and Drugs]

If you are working for a rideshare service, and you are pulled over with a passenger in your vehicle, what is the minimum level of BAC before it becomes unlawful for you to drive?

0.0004

0.0005

0.0001

[Lane Control]

Which of the following is true regarding double white lines?

Neither option is correct.

You may change lanes freely.

You must wait until a single broken white line appears before changing lanes.

[Lane Control]

What should motorized bicycle drivers do when using a bike lane?

They should use caution to avoid bicyclists.

Neither options are correct.

No special precautions are required since they are technically driving a bicycle.

[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.

50 mph.

30 mph or below.

[Parking]

What is the distance that is allowed to park in front of a fire hydrant?

5 feet.

It is illegal to park near a fire hydrant.

15 feet.

[Safe Driving Practices]

In stationary traffic, you should:

Use your mobile phone to report the traffic.

Get out of the vehicle to have a stretch.

Apply the parking brake and release the foot brake to deactivate the brake lights.

Use your horn aggressively to speed up the traffic.

[Special Driving Situations]

A typical stopping distance of a vehicle in dry weather is approximately __________ the normal distance of a vehicle in wet weather.

Half

Double

The same as

Triple

10.

[Alcohol and Drugs]

Regardless of age, if you are on probation for DUI, what is the minimum level of BAC before it becomes unlawful to drive?

0.0008

0.0005

0.0001

11.

[Alcohol and Drugs]

If you are under the age of 21, and you are convicted of having a BAC of 0.01% or over, which of the following is a possible consequence?

No actions will be taken against you.

You will face life imprisonment.

Your driving privilege will be revoked for one year.

12.

[Lane Control]

Why type of roadway marking is typically used to indicate bike lanes?

A broken white line

A double yellow line.

A single solid white line.

13.

[Visual Search]

You want to reverse your car but cannot see if it is safe. You should NOT:

Use your horn and reverse slowly.

Glance over your shoulders to check blindspots.

Ask for assistance from a passenger or passer-by.

Get out of your vehicle and check before moving.

14.

[Sharing the Road]

What is a NEV?

A type of emergency vehicle.

A neighborhood electric vehicle.

A type of public transit.

15.

[Laws and Rules of the Road]

While driving slower than normal, under what circumstance may you be cited?

When you block normal and reasonable movement.

You will not be cited because you may have to drive slower under certain circumstances.

Neither option is correct.

16.

[Lane Control]

What is the correct definition of a bicycle lane?

A section of the interstate where bicyclists are allowed to be.

A designated traffic lane for bicyclists defined by pavement markings and signage.

Neither option is correct

17.

[Safe Driving Practices]

What should you do in the event that it is too bright for your signal lights to be seen easily?

Neither option is correct.

Slow down and proceed with caution.

Use hand-and-arm positions to indicate what you are doing.

18.

[Traffic Controls]

Which of the following is allowed when you are at a red stop light?

You may continue forward, or make a left turn, whenever you decide.

You may make a right turn while yielding to all pedestrians vehicles.

You may ignore the red stop light and continue on.

19.

[Driver Readiness]

Which of the following over the counter medications could make you dizzy?

Vitamins

Cold medications.

Tylenol.

20.

[Parking]

How many inches should your vehicle be from the curve when you have finished parallel parking?

No further than 24 inches

No further than 18 inches.

No further than 6 inches.

21.

[Safe Driving Practices]

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

Steering harshly.

Driving slowly and carefully.

Accelerating quickly.

Braking quickly.

22.

[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?

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

If you can only see Abraham Lincoln's neck.

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

23.

[Sharing the Road]

What is required to operate a LSV or NEV?

A valid driver's license.

No form of identification is needed to operate these vehicles.

A valid learner's permit.

24.

[Sharing the Road]

Which of the following is true regarding blind pedestrians?

They must be given the right-of-way at all times.

Neither option is correct.

No special precautions are required.

25.

[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 dipped headlights.

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

Use your fog lights if visibility is below 100m.

26.

[Safe Driving Practices]

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

When another vehicle is overtaking you.

During dull daytime weather.

At night in built-up areas.

To dazzle other road users.

27.

[Laws and Rules of the Road]

What is the correct definition for California's Basic Speed Law?

The Basic Speed Law means that you may drive at whatever speed you feel comfortable with.

The Basic Speed Law means that you may never drive faster than is safe for current conditions.

The Basic Speed Law does not exist in the state of California.

28.

[Special Driving Situations]

If you drive through deep water, why might your brakes become less effective?

Your attention is distracted by water on the windscreen.

A fish may be stuck on your wheel.

They may be wet which reduces their friction.

You drive more quickly when coming out of the water.

29.

[Lane Control]

What are the purpose of yield lines?

To indicate at which point you must speed up.

They serve no purpose. They are included in the design of the roadway.

To indicate where a vehicle must stop or yield at.

30.

[Lane Control]

What lane is considered the left most lane?

Number 3

Number 1

Number 2

31.

[Special Driving Situations]

What do all gas-powered vehicles produce?

Oxygen.

Sodium chloride.

Carbon monoxide.

32.

[Safe Driving Practices]

What should you do if you have to stop in a tunnel?

Keep as close to the vehicle in front as possible.

Brake as quickly as possible to reduce time spent idle.

Leave at least a 5 meter gap between you and the vehicle in front.

Open your windows to improve ventilation.

33.

[Laws and Rules of the Road]

At intersections without a STOP or YIELD signs, what action is correct?

Proceed like normal.

Slow down and be ready to stop.

Neither option is correct.

34.

[Turns]

How do you know what lane is designated as a public transit bus lane?

It is common knowledge to know what is designated as such.

Signs will be posted that designate it.

There are no specified public transit bus lanes in the state of California.

35.

[Lane Control]

Which lane should you drive in if you plan on making a right turn?

The middle lane.

The right most lane.

The left most lane.

36.

[Laws and Rules of the Road]

If you are approaching a school safety patrol, what should you do?

Neither option is correct as most schools do not have school safety patrols.

Ignore them and continue observing the rules of the road.

Obey their directions.

37.

[Traffic Controls]

When you see a solid green traffic signal turn to a solid yellow traffic signal, what should you do?

Drive forward without reducing speed, observing the right-of-way rules.

Stop if you can safely, otherwise, cross the intersection with caution.

Yield to oncoming traffic.

38.

[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.

39.

[Turns]

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

Neither option is correct.

Half of an American football field.

A quarter the distance of an average airport.

40.

[Sharing the Road]

What is a LSV?

A neighborhood electric vehicle.

A type of public transit.

A low-speed vehicle.

41.

[Sharing the Road]

You are traveling with a motorcycle riding in front of you. Why might they suddenly swerve or move across the traffic lane?

To get a better view of the road ahead.

Motorcycle riders like to show off.

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

To avoid an uneven road surface or an icy patch.

42.

[Special Driving Situations]

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

Better steering control.

The vehicle to skid and lose control.

The vehicle to speed up normally.

Improved wheel grip.

43.

[Laws and Rules of the Road]

At T intersections without STOP or YIELD signs, what action is correct?

Yield to traffic and any pedestrians.

Proceed like normal.

No specific rules are defined for T intersections.

44.

[Lane Control]

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

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

The center of a road for two-way traffic.

They indicate that it is considered a barrier.

45.

[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.

Keep your eyes on the road.

Apply the breaks.

46.

[Safe Driving Practices]

Which circumstance is an example of when to use your horn?

To try and get eye contact with other drivers.

If a driver is moving slowly.

To alert other drivers that they made a mistake.

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