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.

[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 NOT slow down.

You MUST NOT switch on your fog lights.

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

You MUST switch on your hazard lights.

[Special Driving Situations]

What should you not do when being pulled over by law enforcement?

Begin moving around in your vehicle suddenly.

Refusal to roll down your window, or have your hands in open view.

Both options are correct.

[Traffic Controls]

What is this sign indicating?

Railroad tracks.

There is a hospital ahead.

Crossroad.

[Traffic Controls]

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

Wait until an official clears you to proceed.

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

You must wait until the light turns green.

[Lane Control]

Which lane should you drive in if you are going faster?

The right most lane.

The middle lane.

The left most lane.

[Sharing the Road]

A farmer is herding sheep across the road and has asked you to stop your vehicle until he has finished. You should:

Use your horn to get the sheep to move faster.

Keep going as you have right of way.

Ignore the farmer as he has no authority.

Stop and turn your engine off until directed to continue.

[Laws and Rules of the Road]

Who should you allow sufficient time to cross the street?

Both options are correct.

Pedestrians with young children.

Older pedestrians.

[Special Driving Situations]

Your car has been covered in snow. Which of these parts of the car should be cleared of ice and snow before beginning a journey: (Select all that apply)

The windows.

The license plates.

The hood.

The doors.

[Safe Driving Practices]

When MUST your vehicle's headlights be switched on?

Visibility is reduced to 500 feet.

Visibility is reduced to 200 feet.

Visibility is reduced to 1000 feet.

Visibility is reduced to 2000 feet.

10.

[Laws and Rules of the Road]

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

Ensure that you signal oncoming motorists they can cross.

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

Check for pedestrians, and for bicyclists.

11.

[Lane Control]

What should you do before overtaking? (Select all that apply)

Make sure the road is sufficiently clear ahead.

Make sure there is a suitable gap in front of the vehicle you plan to overtake.

Make sure other road users are not overtaking you.

Flash your lights first to try to get the vehicle you plan to overtake to speed up.

12.

[Alcohol and Drugs]

Consuming alcohol will have the following effect: (Select all that apply)

Reduce co-ordination and slow down reactions.

Give a false sense of confidence.

Make you a better driver.

Decrease the risk of collisions.

13.

[Sharing the Road]

Which of these light signals implies the motorcycle will turn right or move to the right?

14.

[Sharing the Road]

You are traveling slowly behind a cyclist in front of you. Why should you give the cyclist plenty of space when overtaking?

The cyclist might swerve to avoid an obstacle.

To get a better view of the road ahead.

So that they are more likely to see you.

The rush of wind as you pass can destabilise a cyclist.

15.

[Traffic Controls]

What is this sign indicating?

Winding Road

T Intersection

Curve.

16.

[Special Driving Situations]

You are traveling in heavy traffic in wet weather. Rain and spray from the road are limiting visibility. You should: (Select all that apply)

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

Use your fog lights if visibility is below 100m.

Use your flashing hazard lights.

Use dipped headlights.

17.

[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.

Sharply and as late as possible.

Brake early and gently.

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

18.

[Additional Driving Laws / Rules]

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

Ensure that it meets California's smog laws.

Neither option is correct.

Ensure that it drives properly.

19.

[Alcohol and Drugs]

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

A passenger in your vehicle.

The local fuel station.

Your doctor or pharmacist

Your breakdown service.

20.

[Alcohol and Drugs]

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

It is entirely safe to drive.

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

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

21.

[Occupant Protection]

Which of the following is NOT a result from overexposure to heat?

Heat stroke

Starvation

Dehydration

22.

[Lane Control]

What should you NOT do before overtaking? (Select all that apply)

Yield to oncoming traffic before passing parked vehicles.

Follow a vehicle already overtaking.

Get as close as possible to the vehicle you plan to overtake.

Use your mirrors and only overtake when safe to do so.

23.

[Handling Emergencies]

What can you do to dry your brakes in the event that they become wet?

Increase your speed, as the faster you go, the hotter your brakes become.

Press the accelerator and the brake pedals at the same time lightly.

Increase how often you brake, as the more you brake, the hotter your brakes become.

24.

[Handling Emergencies]

You are traveling along a snowy or icy road in a vehicle without anti-lock brakes. You apply the brakes and your vehicle begins to skid. What should you do?

Brake hard immediately.

Release the brakes.

Increase speed.

Let go of the steering.

25.

[Laws and Rules of the Road]

What should you do if you see a stray animal on the roadway?

Honk your horn until it moves.

Swerve to miss the animal.

Slow down and/or stop if it is safe to do so.

26.

[Sharing the Road]

What does this hazardous load placard mean?

Corrosive

Radioactive

Flammable

27.

[Occupant Protection]

Under which conditions may a child under 8 years old may ride in the front seat of a vehicle?

All of the above.

The child passenger restraint system cannot be installed properly in the rear set.

When there is no rear seat available.

28.

[Parking]

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

Loaning your placard to friends or family.

Both options are correct.

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

29.

[Visual Search]

If it is hard to see 1,000 feet ahead of you, what should you do?

Proceed like normal.

Turn on your headlights.

Pull over and wait until you can see better.

30.

[Vehicle Positioning]

You are driving along a freeway in wet weather. You should keep well back from the vehicle in front because:

Decrease fuel consumption.

Reduce your typical stopping distance.

Increase your ability to see and plan ahead.

Increase your ability to accelerate.

31.

[Parking]

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

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

Neither option is correct.

Return it to a Department of Motor Vehicles field office.

32.

[Visual Search]

Which one of the following is correct when giving enough space to another vehicle?

Neither option is correct.

Avoid driving directly along other vehicles on multilane streets.

Always increase your speed when driving along side other vehicles.

33.

[Laws and Rules of the Road]

What is the speed limit when you are within 100 feet of a railroad?

25 mph

15 mph

40 mph

34.

[Lane Control]

What is a buffered bike lane?

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

Neither option is correct.

A lane that provides greater separation from adjacent vehicle traffic.

35.

[Special Driving Situations]

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

They confused other drivers.

They drain your vehicle's battery.

It reduces control of your vehicle.

They are bright and dazzle other road users.

36.

[Sharing the Road]

The rider of the motorcycle in front of you is holding their arm out straight to the right 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 braking.

The vehicle is reversing.

37.

[Laws and Rules of the Road]

Which is the correct definition of a roundabout?

A roundabout is any place where one line of the roadway meets another roadway.

A roundabout is an intersection where traffic travels around a central island in a counter-clockwise direction.

A roundabout is the part of the roadway set aside for pedestrian traffic.

38.

[Safe Driving Practices]

Whilst driving or riding, you should avoid distractions such as: (Select all that apply)

Eating and drinking.

Using your mirrors to check for other vehicles and hazards.

Switching on your headlights.

Trying to read a map.

39.

[Safe Driving Practices]

When should you reverse from a side road into a main road?

When there is a safe gap in the traffic. Use your horn to warn other vehicles.

Never reverse onto a main road.

When you have another person acting as a guide.

If there is no traffic on the main road.

40.

[Turns]

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

200 feet

100 feet

500 feet

41.

[Laws and Rules of the Road]

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

Neither option is correct.

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

When you block normal and reasonable movement.

42.

[Parking]

How long until your vehicle may be removed if it is stopped on the freeway?

1 hour.

24 hours.

4 hours.

43.

[Driver Readiness]

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

CVC 22511.

CVC 480.

CHSC 103900

44.

[Traffic Controls]

What is this sign indicating?

Curve.

Two way traffic.

Sharp turn.

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.

[Traffic Controls]

What other information may be included on this sign?

This sign may be show with or without words.

No other information is ever included with this sign.

This sign may appear in different colors to indicate the severity of the action.

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