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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Lane Control

What do broken 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 in the same direction.

Sharing the Road

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

Truck drivers.

Car drivers.

Pedestrians.

Motorcycle riders.

Laws and Rules of the Road

How much distance should you include from your vehicle to the crosswalk when stopping?

1 foot.

5 feet.

10 feet.

Visual Search

At intersections what should you do?

Both options are correct.

Look to the right.

Look to the left first

Safe Driving Practices

If your vehicle is low on fuel, you should:

Begin a freeway journey.

Speed up to consume more fuel.

Stop at the nearest service station to refuel as soon as possible.

Keep driving until you almost run out. Cars are more efficient with less fuel in the tank.

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.

Safe Driving Practices

Why should you reduce your speed when traveling in foggy conditions?

To reduce fuel consumption.

To avoid being dazzled by fog lights from other vehicles.

To allow more time to react to developing hazards.

Brakes are less effective in foggy conditions.

Sharing the Road

It is against the law to follow how many feet behind an emergency vehicle while their emergency lights are activated?

1,000 feet.

300 feet.

500 feet.

Parking

Where is it NOT acceptable to park and leave your vehicle? (Select all that apply)

On-street areas marked out by yellow zig zag lines along the road.

On-street parking bays marked out by white lines.

In off-street parking areas.

On-street areas marked out by double yellow lines.

10.

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

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

Both options are correct.

Suspend your license for 6 months.

Place you on a probation for 1 year.

11.

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

If you forfeit the citation fee, what is it the same as?

Pleading not guilty.

Pleading guilty.

Neither option is correct.

12.

Driver Readiness

Why should you be aware of warm air in the car whilst driving?

It can reduce fuel efficiency.

Warm air may be uncomfortable for your passengers.

Unventilated warm air may cause the driver to become sleepy.

May cause excessive sweat.

13.

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

If your driver's license is suspended, once the suspension period has ended, what must you do to apply for a new driver's license?

You must show a copy of your previous driver's license.

Neither option is correct.

You must show proof of financial responsibility.

14.

Handling Emergencies

If you are involved in an accident where no one was injured, how long do you have to notify the Department of Motor Vehicles?

90 days.

10 days.

30 days.

15.

Laws and Rules of the Road

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

Both options are correct.

The number and speed of other vehicles on the road.

Bicyclists or pedestrians crossing the road way.

16.

Handling Emergencies

In an emergency, how should you brake?

Speed up to get around the emergency.

Brake hard immediately, but without locking your wheels.

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

Brake gently.

17.

Lane Control

In what situation is it okay to pass traffic on the right-hand side?

When a driver is making a left-hand turn.

Both options are correct.

When there is an open highway with two or more lanes of travel in your direction.

18.

Alcohol and Drugs

What is a PAS?

Preliminary alcohol screening.

Neither option is correct.

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

19.

Traffic Controls

Which of the following types of signs indicate that you must slow down and be ready to stop if necessary?

A three sided red sign.

An eight sided red sign.

A square red and white regulatory sign.

20.

Laws and Rules of the Road

What is the correct course of action when you approach a pedestrian?

Both options are correct.

Stop if necessary to allow the pedestrian to pass.

Exercise caution and reduce speed.

21.

Parking

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

Towards the shoulder of the road.

Towards the curb.

Away from the curb.

22.

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 right or turn right.

The vehicle is braking.

The vehicle shall move to the left or turn left.

The vehicle is reversing.

23.

Occupant Protection

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

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

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

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

24.

Laws and Rules of the Road

What direction does traffic travel on a roundabout?

Clockwise

Straight.

Counter-clockwise

25.

Alcohol and Drugs

What is the consequence if your BAC is 0.08% or higher?

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

The officer may let you go, as long as you promise to drive straight home at a reduced speed.

The officer may arrest you.

26.

Handling Emergencies

What is the second step you must do in the event that your accelerator becomes stuck?

Apply the breaks.

Keep your eyes on the road.

Stop and turn off of the ignition.

27.

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

If an individual is convicted of vandalism or graffiti, how long may their driver's license be suspended for?

Up to six months.

Up to 2 years.

Up to 1 year.

28.

Traffic Controls

What is this sign indicating?

Added lane.

Curve

Merging traffic.

29.

Lane Control

Which of the following may apply to you if you drive a low/zero emission vehicle?

You may drive at any speed you wish, regardless of posted signs.

You may be exempt from all Department of Motor Vehicles related charges for your vehicle.

You may be exempt from all toll charges on HOT lanes.

30.

Traffic Controls

What is the correct interpretation of this traffic signal?

To stop your vehicle entirely and to not continue forward.

To continue driving as long as you keep an eye out for other vehicles.

To yield to any pedestrians before continuing on.

31.

Handling Emergencies

In the event that you hit a parked vehicle, what should you do?

Do nothing as no one is in the vehicle and no one was hurt.

Take a picture of their license plate and inform the Department of Motor Vehicles when you have time.

Leave a note with your information.

32.

Alcohol and Drugs

If you have an excessive BAC level, how long may you serve in jail for?

6 months.

1 month.

2 years.

33.

Safe Driving Practices

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

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

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

Pull over, calm down and continue your journey after relaxing

Use your horn to tell them you're annoyed.

34.

Safe Driving Practices

What should you do when changing lanes, slowing down, stopping, or turning?

Always decrease speed.

Always signal.

Both

35.

Sharing the Road

You are about to overtake a person riding a mobility scooter in windy weather. What should you do as you overtake?

Use a higher gear whilst overtaking.

Use your horn.

Keep as close as possible to them.

Allow plenty of space.

36.

Safe Driving Practices

You are driving down the road and you witness a collision. Regarding using electronic devices, what may you do?

Call for help, since this is an emergency.

Take a picture of the accident and continue driving.

Neither option is correct.

37.

Special Driving Situations

When should you switch off your fog lights?

When visibility is greater than 500 feet.

When visibility is greater than 1000 feet.

Visibility is greater than 2000 feet.

When visibility is greater than 200 feet.

38.

Special Driving Situations

What effects can a soft road surface have on your vehicle? (Select all that apply)

Improved fuel efficiency.

Slippery road surface.

Reduced tire grip.

Noisier exhaust.

39.

Lane Control

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

Signal and change lanes without any other precautionary measures.

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

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

40.

Handling Emergencies

You are traveling in snowy weather. Your steering begins to feel light and unresponsive. You should:

Release the accelerator to gradually slow down.

Increase speed.

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

Brake hard immediately.

41.

Turns

What is a public transit bus lane?

A lane specified for emergency vehicles.

A lane specifically designated for public transit vehicles.

A lane that is shared by both transit vehicles and regular vehicles.

42.

Sharing the Road

You are about to overtake a cyclist in windy weather. Why should you leave extra room as you overtake?

To stop the wind blowing your exhaust fumes towards them.

To reduce fuel consumption.

To avoid dazzling them with your lights.

In case a gust of wind pushes them across the lane.

43.

Lane Control

What are the purpose of yield lines?

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

To indicate at which point you must speed up.

To indicate where a vehicle must stop or yield at.

44.

Sharing the Road

A farmer is herding cows across the road. What should you do?

Speed up to get around them more quickly.

Use your horn.

Slow down and be ready to stop if necessary.

Turn around and find another route.

45.

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 at the left side of your lane.

Look to the right edge of your lane.

46.

Laws and Rules of the Road

Which of the following is true regarding blind pedestrians?

Blind pedestrians rely on someone else telling them when it is safe across the street.

Follow standard right-of-way rules when it comes to blind pedestrians.

Blind pedestrians rely on the sound of your vehicle to know when it's safe to cross the street.

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