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.

Visual Search

What should you do before changing lanes?

Increase speed and change lanes.

Increase speed and give a signal before changing lanes.

Look into your rearview mirror for nearby vehicles.

Handling Emergencies

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

Apply the breaks.

Keep your eyes on the road.

Look for an alternate route away from traffic.

Parking

What does a blue parking colored curb indicate?

This parking is only permitted for those with a disabled placard or license plate.

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

No stopping, standing, or parking is permitted.

Traffic Controls

What does this sign mean?

Stop at the junction.

No entry to only vehicular traffic.

No entry to all traffic.

Tunnel ahead.

Occupant Protection

A driver begins to eat something that they just bought a restaurant. Is this a distraction?

Yes, as the driver can become distracted while eating.

No, as long as the driver is keeping their eyes on the road, it is not a distraction.,

No, the driver purchased the items and has the right to eat it before it gets cold.

Laws and Rules of the Road

What should you do if you see senior citizens crossing the road ahead?

Flash your lights in case they are hard of hearing.

Slow down and prepare to stop. Be patient and allow them to finish crossing.

Use your horn to alert them to your presence.

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

Laws and Rules of the Road

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

Both options are correct.

Bicyclists or pedestrians crossing the road way.

The number and speed of other vehicles on the road.

Sharing the Road

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

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?

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

Yes, as the alcohol container is not opened.

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

10.

Special Driving Situations

Why are vehicles fitted with front fog lights?

In case your headlights are broken.

In case your vehicle breaks down.

To improve your visbility ahead.

For learner drivers on the freeway.

11.

Parking

Which of the following is an example of illegal parking

Both options are correct.

Parking adjacent to the curb.

Parking where a "no parking" sign is posted.

12.

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.

13.

Laws and Rules of the Road

What is the correct definition of an intersection?

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.

Neither option is correct.

14.

Special Driving Situations

What are some of the dangers if you are driving on a flooded road?

The vehicle can be swept off of the road.

The roadway can collapse.

Both options are correct.

15.

Traffic Controls

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

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

Wait until an official clears you to proceed.

You must wait until the light turns green.

16.

Lane Control

What is bicycle boulevard?

Neither option is correct.

A lane that provides greater separation from adjacent vehicle traffic.

A designated route for bicyclists on streets shared with vehicle traffic that prioritize bicycle travel.

17.

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.

18.

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

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

4 points.

2 points.

1 point

19.

Special Driving Situations

When should you switch off your fog lights?

When visibility is greater than 1000 feet.

When visibility is greater than 500 feet.

When visibility is greater than 200 feet.

Visibility is greater than 2000 feet.

20.

Occupant Protection

At what age is it considered illegal to leave a child unattended in a vehicle?

5 years old.

6 years old.

12 years old.

21.

Turns

Why should you keep your wheels pointed straight until you start your turn?

It reduces the stress on your wheels.

In the event you are hit from behind, you will not be pushed into oncoming traffic.

It reduces the risk of a vehicle accident.

22.

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

If you purchase a vehicle from a private property, how long do you have to transfer the ownership of the vehicle?

30 days.

10 days.

5 days.

23.

Special Driving Situations

What can possibly happen if you drive faster or slower than the rest of traffic?

You increase the chances of a collision.

You increase the chances of angry drivers.

Nothing will happen as long as you are below or at the speed limit.

24.

Handling Emergencies

What should you do in the event that your vehicle stalls or becomes disabled on railroad tracks?

Stay in your vehicle and call for help.

Attempt to push your car off of the railroad tracks before the train arrives.

Exit your vehicle immediately and dial 9-1-1 when you are from the railroad tracks.

25.

Traffic Controls

What is the correct interpretation of this sign?

Allow any elderly people, or other pedestrians to cross before proceeding.

There is a school ahead, and you must let the children pass before proceeding.

This sign means to stop and help someone cross the road.

26.

Handling Emergencies

Who can you call for free assistance in the event that your car becomes disabled on the freeway?

Freeway Service Patrol.

California Highway Patrol.

Department of Motor Vehicles.

27.

Driver Readiness

You develop poor vision, which of the following is correct after you have visited your doctor?

You should not notify the Department of Motor Vehicles as they are not required to know.

Notify the Department of Motor Vehicles.

Neither option is correct

28.

Vehicle Positioning

What is an example of a distracted person?

Delivery persons.

Both options are correct.

Construction workers.

29.

Laws and Rules of the Road

If you choose to drive slower than normal at any other time, what lane do you not drive in?

Lane Three

Lane Two

Lane One

30.

Special Driving Situations

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

It reduces control of your vehicle.

They are bright and dazzle other road users.

They confused other drivers.

They drain your vehicle's battery.

31.

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.

32.

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

How much can you be fined if you are smoking while there is a minor in your vehicle?

200

100

500

33.

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.

34.

Handling Emergencies

What should you do in the event that your vehicle stalls or becomes disabled on railroad tracks, and there is not a train coming?

Stay in your vehicle and call for help.

Exit your vehicle immediately and call the Emergency Notification System number located nearby.

Attempt to push your vehicle off of the railroad tracks by yourself.

35.

Safe Driving Practices

What should you do if you have to stop in a tunnel?

Brake as quickly as possible to reduce time spent idle.

Leave at least a 5 meter gap between you and the vehicle in front.

Open your windows to improve ventilation.

Keep as close to the vehicle in front as possible.

36.

Safe Driving Practices

Before beginning a journey, how can you best plan your route?

Consult with your local fuel station.

No need to plan, just follow the signs.

Use a map or route planner.

Read your local newspaper.

37.

Occupant Protection

Which of the following is considered a driver's distraction?

Reaching for an object inside of the vehicle.

Not using handheld devices while driving.

Looking at Google Maps or another GPS application.

38.

Laws and Rules of the Road

When turning left, what is suggested to ensure your safety?

Keep your wheels pointed straight to be prevent being thrown into oncoming traffic in the event of an accident.

There are no suggested safety tips when turning left.

Neither option is correct.

39.

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.

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

Yes, this is legal as long as the alcohol is sealed and, full, and unopened.

40.

Occupant Protection

In what situation is it okay to leave your child and/or animals in a hot vehicle?

Not at all, as it is unlawful and dangerous.

When the windows are cracked slightly to allow air to enter the vehicle.

When the windows are fully opened to allow as much air as possible into the vehicle.

41.

Handling Emergencies

What is a possible punishment if you fail to notify the Department of Motor Vehicles in the event that you are in a collision?

Nothing will happen, since nobody was injured.

Your driving privilege will be suspended.

Neither option is correct.

42.

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

What California penal code prohibits you from willfully fleeing a peace officer?

CVC 480.

CVC 21152

CVC 2800.3

43.

Sharing the Road

You are about to overtake a motorcyclist in windy weather. What should you do as you overtake?

Use your horn.

Overtake as quickly as possible.

Keep as close as possible to them.

Allow plenty of space.

44.

Laws and Rules of the Road

When approaching a pedestrian where do you stop in the event that you have to?

After the painted lines that mark the crosswalk.

Before the painted lines that mark the crosswalk.

You are not required to stop as you have the right-of-way since you are driving a vehicle.

45.

Safe Driving Practices

What is this diagram representing?

The driver is indicating that they are turning left.

The driver is indicating that they are turning right.

The driver is waving at oncoming traffic.

46.

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

What must vehicles in a funeral procession have?

A sticker that indicates that they are a part of a funeral procession.

A large orange and red sticker that marks them as such.

Nothing is required to mark them.

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