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.

[Traffic Controls]

What is this sign indicating?

Sharp turn.

Two way traffic.

Curve.

[Traffic Controls]

What is this sign indicating?

Crossroad.

End divided highway

Divided highway.

[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.

[Visual Search]

Why should you scan your surroundings while driving?

It allows you time to react if another driver makes mistakes.

It allows you to enjoy the scenery around you.

Neither option is correct.

[Alcohol and Drugs]

Yourself, and your parent are in the vehicle when you are pulled over by a police officer. In the backseat of the vehicle, there is an unopened, sealed container of alcohol. Since you are the individual driving the vehicle, is it lawful for this container of alcohol to be in your vehicle?

No, as alcohol containers cannot be in your vehicle under any circumstance.

Neither option is correct.

Yes, as your parent is in the vehicle with you and is over the age of 21.

[Alcohol and Drugs]

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

2 years.

1 month.

6 months.

[Safe Driving Practices]

When may you use your vehicle's horn? (Select all that apply)

When another road user annoys you.

On am empty road in a built up area between 11.30pm and 7am.

To alert other road users of your presence.

When another road user poses a danger.

[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.

[Alcohol and Drugs]

What is the purpose of an IID?

To prevent you from starting your vehicle if there is alcohol on your breath.

A device designed purely to make driving more difficult.

A type of headlight that allows you to see better at night.

10.

[Special Driving Situations]

Where are you most likely to be affect by crosswinds?

On a narrow country lane.

In heavy traffic.

Travelling across a bridge on a freeway.

In a built up area.

11.

[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?

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.

To get a better view of the road ahead.

12.

[Laws and Rules of the Road]

What is the correct definition of a pedestrian?

A pedestrian is a person on foot who uses a conveyance.

There is no definition for a pedestrian in the state of California.

Any individual using a vehicle to travel.

13.

[Sharing the Road]

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

Turn around and find another route.

Slow down and be ready to stop if necessary.

Speed up to get around them more quickly.

Use your horn.

14.

[Special Driving Situations]

If you come to a wet road, by how much should you reduce your speed?

5 to 10 mph slower.

1 to 5 mph slower.

Do not adjust your speed at all, as you do not want to risk hydroplaning.

15.

[Parking]

Which of the following is an example of illegal parking

Parking next to a school.

When a peace officer requires you to park off of the freeway.

At a red curb.

16.

[Traffic Controls]

What is the correct course of action in the event that the traffic signal is not working?

Proceed cautiously as if the intersection is controlled by a stop sign in all directions

You are allowed to make protected turns. Proceed with the right-of-way rules in mind.

You are allowed to make unprotected turns at your discretion.

17.

[Alcohol and Drugs]

If you are over the age of 21, what is the minimum level of BAC before it becomes unlawful to drive?

0.0001

0.0008

0.0005

18.

[Additional Driving Laws / Rules]

How many points must you have in a 12 month period to be considered a negligent operator?

2 points.

4 points.

1 point

19.

[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.

20.

[Lane Control]

When you approach a junction, you see a long vehicle in front of you is signalling to turn right, but is positioned on the left. What should you do?

Overtake the long vehicle on the left.

Overtake the long vehicle on the right.

Use your horn to warn the other driver.

Stay back and allow the long vehicle to finish its manoeuvre.

21.

[Parking]

What does a red parking colored curb indicate?

No stopping, standing, or parking is permitted.

Park for a limited time as indicated by a sign or the time painted on the curb.

Stop no longer than the time posted to load/unload passengers or freight.

22.

[Traffic Controls]

What is this sign indicating?

That two way traffic is now allowed on this road.

That two way traffic is going to be head.

Neither option is correct.

23.

[Safe Driving Practices]

In normal circumstances, what is the safest way to use the brakes?

Brake early and gently.

Slow down by reducing gear and using engine braking. Only brake as late as possible.

Sharply and as late as possible.

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

24.

[Laws and Rules of the Road]

If there is a stop line before the crosswalk, where must you stop?

Neither option is correct.

The stop line must be obeyed first.

Ignore the stop line and stop before the crosswalk.

25.

[Turns]

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

Neither option is correct.

A quarter the distance of an average airport.

Half of an American football field.

26.

[Safe Driving Practices]

When traveling at night, your vehicles headlights MUST be switched on. For this purpose, night time is defined as:

Whenever the sun is not visible in the sky.

Whenever the street lights are switched on.

The period between half an hour after sunset and half an hour before sunrise.

Between 8pm and 8am.

27.

[Driver Readiness]

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

CHSC 103900

CVC 22511.

CVC 480.

28.

[Lane Control]

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

A double yellow line.

A single solid white line.

A broken white line

29.

[Safe Driving Practices]

Which of the following is a suggestion provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration?

Hands positioned at 8 and 4 o'clock.

Both options are correct.

Hands positioned 9 and 3 o'clock.

30.

[Visual Search]

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

Get out of your vehicle and check before moving.

Glance over your shoulders to check blindspots.

Use your horn and reverse slowly.

Ask for assistance from a passenger or passer-by.

31.

[Alcohol and Drugs]

What does a Preliminary Alcohol Screening not detect?

The presence of alcohol.

The presence of marijuana.

The presence of drugs.

32.

[Driver Readiness]

If you are dazzled by bright sunlight, you should:

Slow down, and if necessary stop.

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.

33.

[Special Driving Situations]

Which headlights should you use in the event that you have to drive in heavy fog or smoke?

High beam headlights.

Low beam headlights.

Fog headlights.

34.

[Occupant Protection]

Why is it unlawful to leave a child or animal in an unattended car?

Neither option is correct.

The car can rise to high temperatures quickly.

It is not unlawful to leave a child or animal unattended in a vehicle.

35.

[Safe Driving Practices]

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

Eating and drinking.

Trying to read a map.

Switching on your headlights.

Using your mirrors to check for other vehicles and hazards.

36.

[Sharing the Road]

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

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

Neither option is correct

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

37.

[Traffic Controls]

What is the correct interpretation for this pedestrian signal?

This pedestrian signal means you are allowed to cross the street.

Neither option is correct.

This pedestrian signal means to not cross the street.

38.

[Special Driving Situations]

A typical stopping distance of a vehicle in dry weather is approximately __________ the distance of a vehicle in ICY or SNOWY weather.

A third (33%)

The same as

A tenth (10%).

Half (50%)

39.

[Vehicle Positioning]

When you are on the highway, how much space should you leave to merge, cross, enter/exit traffic?

5 seconds

Half of a city block.

A full city block.

40.

[Occupant Protection]

How many types of driver distractions are there?

41.

[Laws and Rules of the Road]

Who should you allow sufficient time to cross the street?

Both options are correct.

Disabled pedestrians.

Older pedestrians.

42.

[Alcohol and Drugs]

You are under the age of 21, and you are caught with an unopened, sealed container of alcohol in your vehicle. Is this lawful?

Yes, as the alcohol container is not opened.

Yes, as long as the container of alcohol is in the trunk.

No, this is not legal as you cannot have any form of alcohol in the vehicle when you are under the age of 21.

43.

[Vehicle Positioning]

What should you do when entering the freeway?

Decrease your speed below the speed of traffic.

Increase your speed so you can overtake the vehicle closest to you.,

Enter the freeway at or near the speed of traffic.

44.

[Traffic Controls]

What does a red arrow light mean?

You are allowed to make a right turn like normal.

It is similar to a red stop light, however, you cannot make a right turn at any time.

Right turns are not allowed at any time, even when the light is green.

45.

[Traffic Controls]

What is this sign indicating?

This sign indicates that you must be on the lookout for pedestrians.

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

This sign means that there is an airport near by.

46.

[Special Driving Situations]

When driving on snow, why should you stay in a higher gear?

To drive faster.

To allow for easier braking.

To reduce likelihood of wheel spin.

To consume less fuel.

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