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.
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Sharing the Road

In slow moving traffic, you should: (Select all that apply)

Keep as close as possible to the vehicle in front.

Overtake slower vehicles on either the left or the right side.

Overtake slower vehicles only on the right hand side.

Allow sufficient space to manoeuvre should an emergency vehicle need to pass.

Laws and Rules of the Road

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

Swerve to miss the animal.

Honk your horn until it moves.

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

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?

Imprisonment.

A fine.

Both options are correct.

Occupant Protection

Under which circumstance is a child under the age of 8 NOT allowed to ride in the front seat of a vehicle?

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

There is no rear seat.

The driver of the vehicle is not able to purchase a federally-approved child passenger restraint system.

Lane Control

What lane should you generally drive in at all times unless otherwise posted?

The lane with the smoothest flow of traffic.

Neither option is correct.

The lane that is very congested with traffic.

Special Driving Situations

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

To allow for easier braking.

To drive faster.

To consume less fuel.

To reduce likelihood of wheel spin.

Vehicle Positioning

In the event that you need to cross multiple freeway lanes, what is the best course of action.

Wait until all of the lanes are clear, then proceed to merge into the one you need to be in.

Engage your turn signal and cross all lanes simultaneously without stopping.

Cross them one at a time until each lane is clear.

Turns

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

200 feet

500 feet

100 feet

Traffic Controls

What is this sign indicating?

Traffic signal ahead.

Merging traffic

Two way traffic.

10.

Alcohol and Drugs

What California penal code allows an officer to arrest you if they reasonably believe if you are under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs?

Both options are correct.

CVC 23153.

CVC 32152.

11.

Parking

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

In off-street parking areas.

On-street parking bays marked out by white lines.

On-street areas marked out by double yellow lines.

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

12.

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 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.

No, this is not legal. You cannot have any form of alcohol in the vehicle.

13.

Alcohol and Drugs

How long does a DUI conviction remain on your record?

10 years.

90 days.

1 year.

14.

Special Driving Situations

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

They are bright and dazzle other road users.

They confused other drivers.

They drain your vehicle's battery.

It reduces control of your vehicle.

15.

Occupant Protection

Which of the following is correct regarding lap belt and shoulder harness style seatbelts?

Wearing both may cause greater injury in the event of a vehicle accident.

Wearing both will decrease the chance of a survival in a vehicle accident.

Wearing both will increase the chance of a survival in a vehicle accident.

16.

Laws and Rules of the Road

What is the speed limit when you are in a business district?

55 mph, unless otherwise posted.

35 mph, unless otherwise posted.

25 mph, unless otherwise posted.

17.

Lane Control

What is the other common name for yield lines?

Passing lanes.

Stopping points.

Shark's teeth.

18.

Sharing the Road

There are sheep in the road. What should you do?

Use your horn.

Slow down and be ready to stop if necessary.

Turn around and find another route.

Speed up to get around them more quickly.

19.

Safe Driving Practices

You are preparing to pull away from a curb, but you do not see any oncoming vehicles in any direction. What is the safest course of action?

Signal that you are turning anyway.

Neither option is correct.

Do not signal and take your time pulling out onto the roadway.

20.

Laws and Rules of the Road

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

A traffic citation.

Neither option is correct.

A fine of up to $1,000.

21.

Alcohol and Drugs

If you are going to consume alcohol before a journey, you should:

Arrange another means of transport.

Drive faster to reduce risk of collisions.

Drive with your hazard lights flashing to warn other vehicles.

Only drink wine and not spirits.

22.

Handling Emergencies

Another road user pulls out of a junction into your path. You should:

Flash your headlights at the other road user to get them to accelerate more quickly.

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

Slow down and hold back to allow them to get clear.

Use your horn to let them know you're annoyed.

23.

Handling Emergencies

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

Release the accelerator. Steer into the skid.

Speed up whilst steering away from the skid.

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

Increase acceleration to speed up out of the skid.

24.

Traffic Controls

What is this sign indicating?

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

This sign means that there is an airport near by.

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

25.

Parking

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

24 hours.

1 hour.

4 hours.

26.

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.

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

Sharply and as late as possible.

Brake early and gently.

27.

Handling Emergencies

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

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

Leave a note with your information.

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

28.

Parking

While parked, what should you do when you are ready to exit your vehicle?

Do not open your door unless it does not interfere with traffic.

Look for passing vehicles.

Both options are correct.

29.

Traffic Controls

What is this sign indicating?

T Intersection.

Curve.

Slippery when wet.

30.

Laws and Rules of the Road

What is the correct definition for California's Basic Speed Law?

The Basic Speed Law does not exist in the state of California.

The Basic Speed Law means that you may never drive faster than is safe for current conditions.

The Basic Speed Law means that you may drive at whatever speed you feel comfortable with.

31.

Alcohol and Drugs

What is an IID?

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

An ignition interlock device.

A form of license plate that is optional for your vehicle.

32.

Laws and Rules of the Road

School crosswalks are normally marked with what color lines?

Red lines.

Yellow lines.

Black lines.

33.

Lane Control

If you are driving slowly on a two lane road, how many vehicles must be behind you before you are required to turn into a turnout area?

1 vehicle.

3 vehicles.

5 vehicles

34.

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 they are more likely to see you.

To get a better view of the road ahead.

The cyclist might swerve to avoid an uneven road surface.

So that you can travel faster.

35.

Safe Driving Practices

A driver is moving slowly, and you want them to go faster. Should you honk your horn at them?

Yes, as you want them to get out of the way.

No, as the driver may not be able to go any faster due to one reason or another

Yes, as you are in a hurry and you need to get to your destination.

36.

Special Driving Situations

What should you do if you are driving and there is heavy fog or smoke?

Both options are correct.

The best advice is to not travel in those conditions.

Increase your following distance to other vehicles.

37.

Laws and Rules of the Road

General crosswalks are normally marked with what color lines?

White lines.

Yellow lines.

Black lines.

38.

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

A device designed purely to make driving more difficult.

39.

Handling Emergencies

What do you need to provide to the Emergency Notification System if you have to call them due to your vehicle stalling on railroad tracks?

Neither option is correct as you do not call the Emergency Notification System in this situation

The year and make of your vehicle.

Your location and the railroad crossing number if posted.

40.

Vehicle Positioning

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

Reduce your typical stopping distance.

Increase your ability to accelerate.

Increase your ability to see and plan ahead.

Decrease fuel consumption.

41.

Special Driving Situations

If you are using a penny to check the tread on your tires, what is the indicator that you need to change your tires?

Neither option is correct, as a penny is an unreliable way to check the tread on your tires.

If you can only see Abraham Lincoln's neck.

If you can see the top of Abraham Lincoln's head.

42.

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 left or turn left.

The vehicle is reversing.

The vehicle shall move to the right or turn right.

The vehicle is braking.

43.

Laws and Rules of the Road

What is the maximum speed limit on a two lane undivided highway?

35 mph.

65 mph.

55 mph.

44.

Laws and Rules of the Road

Why is it not allowed to stop in a crosswalk?

You are allowed to stop in a crosswalk, as long as you are doing it in a way that does not put pedestrians in danger.

You are not allowed to stop in a crosswalk, as it puts pedestrians in danger.

Neither option is correct.

45.

Handling Emergencies

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

Increase speed.

Brake hard immediately.

Let go of the steering.

Release the brakes.

46.

Vehicle Positioning

What is an example of a driver who may present danger to other individuals?

Drivers who cannot see other drivers because their view is blocked.

Drivers backing out of driveways or parking space.

Both options are correct.

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