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.

[Alcohol and Drugs]

What is a PAS?

There is no defined definition for PAS in the state of California.

Neither option is correct.

Preliminary alcohol screening.

[Visual Search]

Under ideal circumstances, how long will it take to stop if you are travelling 55 mph?

210 feet.

500 feet.

400 feet.

[Safe Driving Practices]

How much distance should be between your vehicle and your turn before you signal?

100 feet.

500 feet.

50 feet.

[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?

Motorcycle riders like to show off.

To avoid an uneven road surface or an icy patch.

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

To get a better view of the road ahead.

[Parking]

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

CVC 597.7.

CVC 22651.

CVC 480.

[Occupant Protection]

Which of the following is a type of visual distraction?

Mind off of the road.

Keeping your eyes on the road.

Eyes off of the road.

[Laws and Rules of the Road]

What is the correct definition of an intersection?

Neither option is correct.

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

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

[Sharing the Road]

What does this hazardous load placard mean?

Radioactive

Corrosive

Flammable

[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.

10.

[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:

Keep going as you have right of way.

Stop and turn your engine off until directed to continue.

Ignore the farmer as he has no authority.

Use your horn to get the sheep to move faster.

11.

[Laws and Rules of the Road]

What is the penalty for failing to stop for a school bus?

A fine of up to $1,000.

Neither option is correct.

A traffic citation.

12.

[Handling Emergencies]

In an emergency, how should you brake?

Brake hard immediately, but without locking your wheels.

Brake gently.

Speed up to get around the emergency.

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

13.

[Additional Driving Laws / Rules]

If an individual is convicted of engaging in a speed contest that results in bodily injury to another person, what is the consequence?

A fine.

Both options are correct.

Imprisonment.

14.

[Sharing the Road]

Which of these light signals implies the car will turn left or move to the left?

15.

[Traffic Controls]

Which of the following signs means to remain stopped until the green signal, or green arrow appears?

A flashing red traffic signal.

A flashing yellow traffic signal.

A red arrow traffic signal.

16.

[Handling Emergencies]

You are traveling along a wet road. How can you tell if your tires are no longer gripping the road?

Your speed decreases unexpectedly.

The engine becomes louder.

The steering becomes light and unresponsive.

Your speed increases unexpectedly.

17.

[Laws and Rules of the Road]

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

There are no defined right-of-way rules.

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

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

18.

[Sharing the Road]

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

Neither option is correct

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

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

19.

[Lane Control]

Apart from looking in your mirrors, what should you do before changing lanes?

Be sure that there is enough room for your vehicle in the next lane.

Change lanes without a signal, as long as you do it slowly to let other drivers know.

Signal and change lanes without any other precautionary measures.

20.

[Traffic Controls]

What is the correct interpretation of a solid green traffic signal?

The driver may proceed.

The driver must proceed with caution.

The driver must stop.

21.

[Visual Search]

In this image, what does the green area visualize?

What is behind you.

Blind spots.

What is ahead.

22.

[Parking]

Which of the following is an example of illegal parking

Neither option is correct.

Parking within 7.5 feet of a railroad track.

Parking adjacent to a hospital.

23.

[Occupant Protection]

A driver decides to answer a text message that they just received while driving down the interstate. Is this a distraction?

Yes, as this is taking your attention away from the road.

No, as you are allowed to answer text messages while driving as long as you are looking at the road every two seconds.

No, as there is no law against using your phone while driving.

24.

[Traffic Controls]

What does this traffic symbol mean?

To turn left.

To Stop.

Caution.

25.

[Safe Driving Practices]

You have turned into a sideroad and realise you have made a mistake. You should NOT:

Reverse onto the main road.

Perform a three-point turn manoeuvre.

Find an alternative route.

Keep going forward to find a safe place to turn around.

26.

[Driver Readiness]

If you are dazzled by bright sunlight, you should:

Close your eyes until the dazzling goes away.

Turn your head and face away from the road.

Speed up to get through the dazzle as quickly as possible.

Slow down, and if necessary stop.

27.

[Lane Control]

What do solid white lines indicate on a roadway?

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

They mark traffic lanes going in the same direction.

They separate traffic lanes on roads with two or more lanes.

28.

[Driver Readiness]

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

Eat a heavy meal before the journey.

Do not begin a journey if you are already tired.

Plan your journey to take sufficient breaks.

Rest on the hard shoulder of the freeway.

29.

[Laws and Rules of the Road]

You MUST NOT reverse your vehicle:

Into a side road.

Without using your horn to warn other road users.

Without someone to act as a guide.

Further than is necessary.

30.

[Alcohol and Drugs]

You have been convicted of driving a car whilst intoxicated (after drinking too much alcohol). What will happen to your insurance?

It will reduce your premiums.

You will only be able to ride a motorcycle instead.

It can invalidate your insurance.

You will no longer be allowed to carry passengers.

31.

[Laws and Rules of the Road]

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

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

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

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

32.

[Handling Emergencies]

You are traveling in snowy weather. How can you tell if your tires are no longer gripping the road?

Your speed increases unexpectedly.

Your speed decreases unexpectedly.

The engine becomes louder.

The steering becomes light and unresponsive.

33.

[Turns]

What is a U-Turn?

Passing a vehicle at a high rate of speed.

There is no definition for a U-Turn in the state of California.

Turning your vehicle around in the street to go back the way you came.

34.

[Visual Search]

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

Always increase your speed when driving along side other vehicles.

Neither option is correct.

Avoid driving directly along other vehicles on multilane streets.

35.

[Sharing the Road]

The rear of the car in front of you has a white light. What do you expect the vehicle to do next?

The vehicle is braking.

The vehicle shall move to the right or turn right.

The vehicle is reversing.

The vehicle shall move to the left or turn left.

36.

[Parking]

When you back up to parallel park, at what degree angle should you back up at?

Approximately 75 degrees.

Approximately 45 degrees.

Approximately 20 degrees.

37.

[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?

To get a better view of the road ahead.

So that you can travel faster.

So that they are more likely to see you.

The cyclist might swerve to avoid an uneven road surface.

38.

[Laws and Rules of the Road]

Unless otherwise posted, what is the speed limit when driving near a school?

45 mph

55 mph

25 mph

39.

[Lane Control]

You may never drive to the left of two solid yellow lines unless:

Both options are correct.

Instructed by construction or other signs.

You are in a carpool lane.

40.

[Occupant Protection]

How far should your passengers ride from the airbag cover?

13 inches

5 inches.

10 inches

41.

[Sharing the Road]

Some of the most vulnerable road users are: (Select all that apply)

Horse riders.

Cyclists.

Car drivers.

Truck drivers.

42.

[Additional Driving Laws / Rules]

If you receive too many negligent driver points, what may the Department of Motor Vehicles do?

Place you on a probation for 1 year.

Both options are correct.

Suspend your license for 6 months.

43.

[Lane Control]

What do two solid yellow lines on a roadway indicate?

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

The center of a road for two-way traffic.

No passing.

44.

[Sharing the Road]

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

Neither option is correct.

The right side of the road.

The middle of the road.

45.

[Laws and Rules of the Road]

Regardless of the posted speed limit, what should your speed also depend on?

The number and speed of other vehicles on the road.

Bicyclists or pedestrians crossing the road way.

Both options are correct.

46.

[Special Driving Situations]

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

They are bright and dazzle other road users.

It reduces control of your vehicle.

They confused other drivers.

They drain your vehicle's battery.

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