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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[Visual Search]

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

Glance over your shoulders to check blindspots.

Ask for assistance from a passenger or passer-by.

Use your horn and reverse slowly.

Get out of your vehicle and check before moving.

[Special Driving Situations]

What should you not do when being pulled over by law enforcement?

Begin moving around in your vehicle suddenly.

Refusal to roll down your window, or have your hands in open view.

Both options are correct.

[Safe Driving Practices]

Before setting off on a journey, you should ensure that: (Select all that apply)

Any restraints are adjusted to reduce risk of neck and back injuries in a collision.

You consume alcohol to improve your performance.

You have sufficient fuel for your journey and planned where you can refuel if necessary.

You have planned your route allowing plenty of time.

[Laws and Rules of the Road]

What is the speed limit for a blind intersection?

25 mph

35 mph

15 mph

[Laws and Rules of the Road]

Why is it encouraged for a driver to not pass another vehicle that is stopped at a crosswalk?

Neither option is correct.

You are allowed to pass another vehicle stopped at a crosswalk.

A pedestrian may be in front of the vehicle in a position where you cannot see them.

[Laws and Rules of the Road]

Which of the following is true when driving in a roundabout?

Do not stop or pass vehicles.

You may enter using a high rate of speed.

You may pass vehicles using any additional lanes.

[Sharing the Road]

Where are Low Speed Vehicles and Neighborhood Electric Vehicles restricted to?

Roadways where the speed limit is greater than 35 mph.

Roadways where the speed limit is greater than 55 mph.

Roadways where the speed limit is greater than 40 mph.

[Sharing the Road]

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

To avoid dazzling them with your lights.

To reduce fuel consumption.

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

To stop the wind blowing your exhaust fumes towards them.

[Lane Control]

What lane is considered the left most lane?

Number 1

Number 2

Number 3

10.

[Laws and Rules of the Road]

When towing a vehicle or trailer, which lanes must you drive in?

Any lanes regardless of the circumstance, or posted speed.

The lane that is closest to the right side of the road.

Any lane as long as you are maintaining the posted speed.

11.

[Safe Driving Practices]

You have turned into a sideroad and realise you have made a mistake. You should NOT:

Find an alternative route.

Keep going forward to find a safe place to turn around.

Perform a three-point turn manoeuvre.

Reverse onto the main road.

12.

[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.

13.

[Safe Driving Practices]

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

Other drivers may think there is fog ahead.

Your fog lights may dazzle other drivers.

Other drivers may mistake them for your brake lights.

They will reduce your concentration.

14.

[Handling Emergencies]

According to the California Highway Patrol, what should you do if your vehicle becomes disabled on the freeway?

Stay inside your vehicle with the seat belt on until help arrives.

Safely pull to the right shoulder.

Both options are correct.

15.

[Additional Driving Laws / Rules]

How far can your cargo extend before you are required to use a 12 inch red or orange square flag to indicate the wideness of the load?

5 feet beyond the back rear bumper.

2 feet beyond the back rear bumper.

4 feet beyond the back rear bumper.

16.

[Safe Driving Practices]

Before setting off on a journey, you should ensure that: (Select all that apply)

Your mirrors and seat are adjusted correctly.

You are wearing baggy clothes.

Your mobile phone can be easily reached in case you receive a call.

You know all the controls in your vehicle and how to use them.

17.

[Traffic Controls]

Which of the following is true regarding a green arrow traffic signal?

You must turn in any direction as it is a green arrow.

You must turn in the direction the arrow is pointing.

18.

[Additional Driving Laws / Rules]

What must vehicles in a funeral procession have?

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

Nothing is required to mark them.

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

19.

[Traffic Controls]

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

An eight sided red sign.

A square red and white regulatory sign.

A three sided red sign.

20.

[Occupant Protection]

Apart from the required age, what is the other exception for having a rear-facing child passenger restraint system?

The child is 40 pounds or more.

The child is 30 pounds or more, and is 3 feet 2 inches taller.

The child is 20 pounds or more.

21.

[Safe Driving Practices]

When traveling behind another vehicle in fast moving traffic, what is a good rule-of-thumb for measuring a safe distance to the vehicle in front?

You can fit at least 2 other cars in the gap between you.

Leave at least a 2 second gap between you and the vehicle in front.

Always make sure you can read the license plate of the vehicle in front.

Always make sure you cannot read the license plate of the vehicle in front.

22.

[Laws and Rules of the Road]

At intersections without a STOP or YIELD signs, what action is correct?

Slow down and be ready to stop.

Proceed like normal.

Neither option is correct.

23.

[Traffic Controls]

What is this sign indicating?

No traffic signal ahead.

Stop ahead.

Traffic signal ahead.

24.

[Special Driving Situations]

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

Vehicle handling and response is improved.

It may become more difficult to select the appropriate gear when needed.

Increased use of the footbrake can reduce its effectiveness.

Vehicle is safer to drive.

25.

[Safe Driving Practices]

What is hand-to-hand steering also referred to as?

Hand-over-hand steering.

One hand steering.

Push/pull steering.

26.

[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.

27.

[Traffic Controls]

Which traffic signal typically comes after the solid yellow traffic signal?

Flashing Yellow Arrow.

Solid Red.

Solid Green.

28.

[Sharing the Road]

The motorcycle in front of you has a flashing amber light as shown. What do you expect the vehicle to do next?

The vehicle is reversing.

The vehicle shall move to the right or turn right.

The vehicle shall move to the left or turn left.

The vehicle is braking.

29.

[Traffic Controls]

When coming to a stop sign, if there is no limit line or cross walk present, where must you stop your vehicle?

You must stop before entering the intersection.

You must stop after the stop sign.

Anywhere, as it doesn't matter.

30.

[Laws and Rules of the Road]

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

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

Honk your horn until it moves.

Swerve to miss the animal.

31.

[Parking]

When parking uphill, what should you also do?

Neither option is correct.

Make sure that your wheels are pointing towards the curb.

Engage your parking break.

32.

[Traffic Controls]

What is the correct interpretation of this sign?

This sign means that you should stop and wait for the signal before crossing the railroad tracks.

Both A and B.

This sign means that you are approaching a railroad crossing.

33.

[Vehicle Positioning]

What does it mean to "split the difference"?

If there is a danger on both sides of the road at the same time, you split the difference with the driver.

Neither option is correct.

If you do not have enough money for the toll on the HOT, you can split the difference with the toll man.

34.

[Driver Readiness]

You are traveling through a residential street. What should you be particularly aware of?

Loud noises coming from houses.

Children playing in the street.

Cars unexpectedly pulling out.

Truck drivers.

35.

[Lane Control]

How is a low/zero emission vehicle indicated?

Neither option is correct.

A special Department of Motor Vehicles-issued decal.

A homemade decal that you can put on any vehicle.

36.

[Lane Control]

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

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

When a driver is making a left-hand turn.

Both options are correct.

37.

[Additional Driving Laws / Rules]

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

Suspend your license for 6 months.

Place you on a probation for 1 year.

Both options are correct.

38.

[Special Driving Situations]

When driving on snow, you should:

Drive as quickly as possible.

Use the highest possible gear for your speed.

Rev the engine higher.

Use the lowest possible gear for your speed.

39.

[Lane Control]

What is the correct interpretation of this diagram?

Broken yellow line indicates that you may pass if it can be done so safely.

Double solid lines indicates that you may not pass.

No passing if the solid yellow line is on your side.

40.

[Laws and Rules of the Road]

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

The number and speed of other vehicles on the road.

Both options are correct.

Bicyclists or pedestrians crossing the road way.

41.

[Additional Driving Laws / Rules]

Which of the following is one form of financial responsibility of your vehicle?

A blank cheque that you can use in the event that you are in a vehicle accident.

A deposit of $35,000 with the Department of Motor Vehicles.

A copy of your bank statement that shows you have at least $4,000 in it.

42.

[Special Driving Situations]

If your vehicle is stationary and is likely to remain so for more than a couple of minutes, you should reduce emissions and noise pollution by:

Switching off your engine.

Checking your tires.

Switching off any radios you have.

Revving your engine to keep it warm.

43.

[Alcohol and Drugs]

If you have been drinking, and your BAC is below legal limits, which of the following is true?

It is entirely safe to drive.

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

You may still show impairments, even though you are below the legal limit.

44.

[Traffic Controls]

What is the correct interpretation for this flashing traffic signal?

Stop and proceed when it is safe to do so.

Proceed with a high rate of speed.

Stop and go back.

45.

[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.

46.

[Laws and Rules of the Road]

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

Exercise caution and reduce speed.

Stop if necessary to allow the pedestrian to pass.

Both options are correct.

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