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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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 32152.

CVC 23153.

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 left or turn left.

The vehicle shall move to the right or turn right.

The vehicle is braking.

The vehicle is reversing.

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.

Visual Search

Why can backing up your vehicle be dangerous?

Neither option is correct.

Backing your vehicle can be dangerous because you may not see behind your vehicle.

Backing your vehicle up is not dangerous in any circumstance.

Lane Control

What lane number is considered the fast lane?

Number 2

Number 3

Number 1

Alcohol and Drugs

Which of the following is true regarding alcohol and/or drugs and driving?

Alcohol and/or drugs impair your judgement and driving abilities.

It is encouraged to take drugs or drink alcohol prior to driving.

Alcohol and drugs have no affect on your driving abilities.

Traffic Controls

What is this sign indicating?

This sign indicates that planes fly through this area.

This sign means that there is an airport near by.

This sign indicates that you must be on the lookout for planes landing on the road you are driving on.

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.

Special Driving Situations

Which of the following is a way to reduce the hazard associated with high winds while driving?

Both options are correct.

Reducing your speed.

Being proactive.

10.

Lane Control

What are the purpose of yield lines?

To indicate where a vehicle must stop or yield at.

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

To indicate at which point you must speed up.

11.

Laws and Rules of the Road

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

10 feet.

1 foot.

5 feet.

12.

Laws and Rules of the Road

What should drivers of hybrid of electric vehicles do when a blind pedestrian is attempting to cross?

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

Treat the blind pedestrian as a standard pedestrian.

Be especially aware and use extreme caution.

13.

Safe Driving Practices

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

Reverse very slowly.

Use your horn.

Get out of your vehicle and check before moving.

Rev your engine loudly.

14.

Parking

How many inches should your vehicle be from the curve when you have finished parallel parking?

No further than 18 inches.

No further than 24 inches

No further than 6 inches.

15.

Parking

What does a blue parking colored curb indicate?

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

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

No stopping, standing, or parking is permitted.

16.

Traffic Controls

What does this traffic symbol mean?

To turn left.

To Stop.

Caution.

17.

Safe Driving Practices

Coasting is a term used to describe a vehicle with manual transmission traveling in neutral or with the clutch on. How does this reduce your control of the vehicle? (Check all that apply)

Speed will increase when traveling downhill.

More fuel is consumed.

Engine braking is eliminated.

You can no longer hear the engine.

18.

Alcohol and Drugs

If you have an open container of alcohol, where must you keep it stored at in your vehicle?

In the trunk of your vehicle.

In your cup holder.

You are not allowed to have opened containers of alcohol in your vehicle under any circumstance.

19.

Sharing the Road

Which of these are hazards you should be aware of on residential streets? (Select all that apply)

Children running out from behind parked cars.

Pedestrians.

Vehicles moving off.

Car doors opening.

20.

Safe Driving Practices

Why is it dangerous to use your fog lights when traveling in clear weather?

They will reduce your concentration.

Other drivers may mistake them for your brake lights.

Other drivers may think there is fog ahead.

Your fog lights may dazzle other drivers.

21.

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.

22.

Sharing the Road

What is a LSV?

A low-speed vehicle.

A neighborhood electric vehicle.

A type of public transit.

23.

Alcohol and Drugs

You and two passengers are pulled over by a police officer. Your backseat passenger has an open container of alcohol that they are actively drinking. Is this against the law?

Neither option is correct.

Yes, as all open containers of alcohol must be kept in the trunk, or where passengers are not seated.

No, as the driver is not the one holding or actively drinking the open container of alcohol.

24.

Sharing the Road

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

Truck drivers.

Car drivers.

Horse riders.

Cyclists.

25.

Parking

What should you do when you find a space to parallel park?

Park as quickly as possible to get out of the way of oncoming traffic.

Neither option is correct.

Signal that you intend to park.

26.

Laws and Rules of the Road

When making a right turn, what should you be considering?

Check for pedestrians, and for bicyclists.

Ensure that you keep a minimum of ten feet from the stop line.

Ensure that you signal oncoming motorists they can cross.

27.

Lane Control

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

A double yellow line.

A broken white line

A single solid white line.

28.

Lane Control

When driving on a freeway with multiple lanes, what should you not do?

Follow the posted speed.

Stay in the same lane as much as possible.

Weave in and out of traffic.

29.

Handling Emergencies

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

Stop and turn off of the ignition.

Keep your eyes on the road.

Apply the breaks.

30.

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

When are you required to turn your headlights on?

30 minutes after sunset.

30 minutes before sunrise.

Both options are correct.

31.

Sharing the Road

How much distance does it typically take for a large truck travelling 55 mph to stop?

400 feet.

800 feet.

200 feet.

32.

Safe Driving Practices

How can you reduce injury when gripping your steering wheel?

Grip the steering wheel with your knuckles outside of the wheel.

Both options are correct.

You should grip the outside of your steering wheel.

33.

Laws and Rules of the Road

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

Honk your horn until it moves.

Swerve to miss the animal.

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

34.

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.

35.

Laws and Rules of the Road

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

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

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

Use your horn to alert them to your presence.

Flash your lights in case they are hard of hearing.

36.

Laws and Rules of the Road

Which of the following does a roundabout not have?

A roadway.

Bicycle ways.

Neither option is correct.

37.

Parking

What does a green parking colored curb indicate?

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.

No stopping is allowed at this curb.

38.

Special Driving Situations

Fast driving in wet or icy conditions may cause:

Improved wheel grip.

The vehicle to handle normally.

Better steering control.

The vehicle to skid and lose control.

39.

Visual Search

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

Neither option is correct.

Always increase your speed when driving along side other vehicles.

Avoid driving directly along other vehicles on multilane streets.

40.

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.

41.

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

What should you do if you purchase a vehicle from another state?

Neither option is correct.

Ensure that it meets California's smog laws.

Ensure that it drives properly.

42.

Handling Emergencies

Which of the following the Freeway Service Patrol not provide assistance with?

Tow your motorcycle.

Change a flat tire.

Towing your vehicle to a location approved by the California Highway Patrol.

43.

Sharing the Road

You are about to overtake a horse and rider. What should you NOT do? (Select all that apply)

Travel closely behind the horses.

Use your horn.

Overtake slowly giving them plenty of space.

Rev your engine loudly.

44.

Alcohol and Drugs

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

0.0005

0.0008

0.0001

45.

Traffic Controls

What is this sign indicating?

Two way traffic.

Traffic signal ahead.

Merging traffic

46.

Alcohol and Drugs

You are stopped by a police offer, and you have hidden an open container of alcohol in your glove compartment. Is this allowed?

Yes, as this is in a secured area and does not violate the law.

No, as it is prohibited by law to have an open container of alcohol in the glove compartment of your vehicle.

Yes, as you are not actively drinking the open container.

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