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

What is hand-to-hand steering also referred to as?

Hand-over-hand steering.

One hand steering.

Push/pull steering.

Laws and Rules of the Road

Which of the following must you do when driving through a crosswalk?

Do not change your speed and proceed like normal, regardless of whether or not pedestrians are attempting to cross.

Increase your speed so you may pass over the crosswalk before the pedestrians do.

Ensure that all pedestrians have crossed, and proceed with caution.

Safe Driving Practices

You should adjust your seat and mirrors correctly in order to:

Ensure you can see yourself whilst you drive.

Keep your body as close as possible to the steering wheel, even if its uncomfortable.

Ensure comfort, full control and maximum field of vision.

Keep the distracting vehicle controls out of reach.

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.

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

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

Neither option is correct.

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.

Occupant Protection

Which of the following is a type of manual distraction?

Listening to the radio at high volumes.

Taking your hands off of the steering wheel while your vehicle is in motion.

Speaking with your passenger(s).

Safe Driving Practices

At what times are you required to turn on your headlines?

Both options are correct.

30 minutes before sunrise.

30 minutes after sunset.

Safe Driving Practices

Before beginning a journey, how can you best plan your route?

No need to plan, just follow the signs.

Use a map or route planner.

Read your local newspaper.

Consult with your local fuel station.

Special Driving Situations

You are traveling in hot weather which is causing the road surface to become soft. What will be most affected on your vehicle?

The windows.

The exhaust.

The air conditioning.

The tires.

10.

Sharing the Road

What does this diagram visualize?

The distance that other vehicles should drive from a large truck.

A large truck's blind stop.

A representation of how large a large truck is compared to regular vehicles.

11.

Handling Emergencies

You are traveling along a wet road. Your steering begins to feel light and unresponsive. You should:

Increase speed.

Release the accelerator to gradually slow down.

Brake hard immediately.

Turn the steering as far as you can to the right.

12.

Traffic Controls

What is this sign indicating?

This sign means that there is an airport near by.

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

This sign means that a rest area is one mile ahead.

13.

Special Driving Situations

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

They confused other drivers.

It reduces control of your vehicle.

They drain your vehicle's battery.

They are bright and dazzle other road users.

14.

Special Driving Situations

If your vehicle is stationary and is likely to remain so for more than a couple of minutes, you should reduce emissions and noise pollution by:

Checking your tires.

Switching off your engine.

Switching off any radios you have.

Revving your engine to keep it warm.

15.

Handling Emergencies

Your vehicle accelerates too quickly in wet or icy conditions and begins to skid. How should you recover control of the vehicle?

Increase acceleration to speed up out of the skid.

Brake hard immediately. It doesn't matter if the wheels lock.

Speed up whilst steering away from the skid.

Release the accelerator. Steer into the skid.

16.

Special Driving Situations

If you drive through deep water your brakes might become less effective. What should you do?

Gently apply light pressure to the brakes while driving slowly to dry them out.

Do not use your brakes for at least 10 minutes.

Speed up to dry your brakes faster.

Speed up then brake harshly to quickly dry them.

17.

Lane Control

When driving on a freeway with multiple lanes, what should you not do?

Weave in and out of traffic.

Stay in the same lane as much as possible.

Follow the posted speed.

18.

Special Driving Situations

You have driven through deep water. What should you check at the first safe opportunity?

If your vehicle left any pollution in the water.

Test the effectiveness of your brakes as they may be wet.

There is no water in your exhaust system.

If any fish have become stuck on your vehicle.

19.

Traffic Controls

What does a white rectangular sign normally indicate?

That you must obey important rules.

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

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

20.

Occupant Protection

Which of the following is true when a child is seated next to a side air bag?

There is no risk associated with seating a child next to a side airbag.

You are encouraged to seat your child next to a side air bag.

The child may be at serious risk of injury or fatal injury.

21.

Alcohol and Drugs

You are pulled over for possible Driving under the Influence, and you refuse to submit to a blood or urine test. However, you change your mind later. What is the consequence?

Your driving privilege will may still be suspended.

You will be allowed to go since you have changed your mind to submit to the required tests.

There will be no consequences, as you have changed your mind and you are wiling to submit.

22.

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.

23.

Occupant Protection

Which Penal Code prohibits leaving or confining an animal in an unattended, hot vehicle?

CVC 480.

CVC 15620.

CVC 597.7.

24.

Laws and Rules of the Road

What is the correct definition of an intersection?

An intersection is any place where one line of roadway meets another roadway.

An intersection is the part of the roadway set aside for pedestrian traffic.

Neither option is correct.

25.

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.

26.

Safe Driving Practices

How can you reduce injury when gripping your steering wheel?

You should grip the outside of your steering wheel.

Grip the steering wheel with your knuckles outside of the wheel.

Both options are correct.

27.

Turns

Which of the following is not an illegal U-turn?

When you cannot see clearly 200 feet in each direction.

Across a double yellow line when it is safe and legal.

In front of a fire station.

28.

Special Driving Situations

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

The vehicle to speed up normally.

The vehicle to skid and lose control.

Better steering control.

Improved wheel grip.

29.

Parking

When parking downhill, what way should you turn your wheels?

Towards the curb.

Towards the shoulder of the road.

Away from the curb.

30.

Lane Control

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

Neither options are correct.

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

They should use caution to avoid bicyclists.

31.

Safe Driving Practices

Who is responsible whilst a vehicle is traveling under cruise control?

The mechanical responsible for maintenance.

The owner of the vehicle.

The driver or rider of the vehicle.

The vehicle manufacturer.

32.

Vehicle Positioning

You are traveling in fog behind another vehicle. What should you do to reduce the chances of an accident?

Use your high-beam headlights.

Use your flashing hazard lights.

Use your dipped headlights so that you can be seen.

Keep close to the vehicle in front.

33.

Alcohol and Drugs

Which of the following is true regarding alcohol and/or drugs and driving?

Alcohol and drugs have no affect on your driving abilities.

Alcohol and/or drugs impair your judgement and driving abilities.

It is encouraged to take drugs or drink alcohol prior to driving.

34.

Laws and Rules of the Road

What is the correct course of action when it comes to traffic signs that are indicating pedestrians?

Acknowledge them at your discretion, as they are not required by law.

Obey them as they are there to ensure the safety of pedestrians.

Ignore them, as they are meant for pedestrians and not drivers.

35.

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.

36.

Laws and Rules of the Road

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

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

There are no defined right-of-way rules.

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

37.

Turns

Which of the following is an example of an illegal U-turn?

On a roadway with two sets of double yellow lines.

Both options are correct.

In business districts.

38.

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?

1 month.

6 months.

15 days.

39.

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

How much can you be fined if you are smoking while there is a minor in your vehicle?

100

200

500

40.

Lane Control

What are sharrows?

A route that is for the exclusive use of bicyclists.

A route that alerts traffic that bicyclists are allowed to occupy the travel lane.

A route for bicyclists on streets shared with vehicle traffic.

41.

Sharing the Road

What is required to operate a LSV or NEV?

A valid learner's permit.

A valid driver's license.

No form of identification is needed to operate these vehicles.

42.

Special Driving Situations

After how many miles should you rotate your tires?

Every 6,000 to 7,000 miles.

Every 1,000 - 2,000 miles.

Every 3,000 to 5,000 miles.

43.

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.

Neither option is correct.

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

44.

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 other driver.

Look to the right edge of your lane.

Look at the left side of your lane.

45.

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

If you willfully flee a peace officer attempting to pull you over, what is the consequence?

Nothing will happen as they had no reason to stop you.

It is a misdemeanor punishable by imprisonment for no more than 1 year.

Neither option is correct.

46.

Traffic Controls

What is the correct interpretation for this flashing traffic signal?

Stop and proceed when it is safe to do so.

Proceed with a high rate of speed.

Stop and go back.

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