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.

Special Driving Situations

What should you do in the event that you begin to hydroplane?

Slow down gradually, and do not apply your brakes

Slam down on your brakes to try and come to a complete stop.

Slow down suddenly by applying your brakes.

Handling Emergencies

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

Increase speed.

Release the brakes.

Let go of the steering.

Brake hard immediately.

Alcohol and Drugs

You are pulled over for possible Driving under the Influence, and you refuse to submit to a blood or urine test. However, you change your mind later. What is the consequence?

There will be no consequences, as you have changed your mind and you are wiling to submit.

You will be allowed to go since you have changed your mind to submit to the required tests.

Your driving privilege will may still be suspended.

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

If your driver's license is suspended, once the suspension period has ended, what must you do to apply for a new driver's license?

You must show proof of financial responsibility.

You must show a copy of your previous driver's license.

Neither option is correct.

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.

Ask for assistance from a passenger or passer-by.

Use your horn and reverse slowly.

Safe Driving Practices

If your vehicle is low on fuel, you should:

Speed up to consume more fuel.

Stop at the nearest service station to refuel as soon as possible.

Keep driving until you almost run out. Cars are more efficient with less fuel in the tank.

Begin a freeway journey.

Safe Driving Practices

Which steering method is recommended when backing up?

One hand steering.

Hand-over-hand steering.

Hand-to-Hand steering

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

If you willfully flee a peace officer attempting to pull you over, what is the consequence?

It is a misdemeanor punishable by imprisonment for no more than 1 year.

Neither option is correct.

Nothing will happen as they had no reason to stop you.

Sharing the Road

What does this hazardous load placard mean?

Radioactive

Explosives

Flammable

10.

Occupant Protection

What brochure can you refer to in the event you are needing clarification regarding Driver Distractions?

The FFDL 28 Fast Facts Brochure

California Penal Code 597.7

The United States Constitution

11.

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

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

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

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

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

12.

Traffic Controls

What does this sign mean?

Stop at the junction.

Pedestrian zone ahead.

Yield to other traffic.

No entry to all traffic.

13.

Turns

Under which circumstance can you make a legal U-turn in a residential district?

Neither option is correct.

Whenever a traffic light or signal protects you from approaching vehicles.

At any time, as long as you are not obstructing traffic.

14.

Sharing the Road

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

Vehicles moving off.

Pedestrians.

Children running out from behind parked cars.

Car doors opening.

15.

Laws and Rules of the Road

What do you do when a school bus begins to flash red lights?

You must stop until the children cross the street. You may proceed when the lights are no longer flashing red.

Ignore them as they are a suggestion only.

The mean nothing as they are built as a part of the school bus to fulfil a government mandate.

16.

Special Driving Situations

Which of the following is true regarding driving at high rates of speeds?

The faster you drive, the better your gas mileage will be.

The faster your speed, the less control you have of your vehicle.

The faster your speed, the more control you have of your vehicle.

17.

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

If you are under the age of 18 and you are in a vehicle accident, which of the following is true?

You may be fined for the damages.

Your parents or guardians may be liable for civil damagers.

Both options are correct.

18.

Sharing the Road

How much space should you leave between your vehicle and a motorcyclist?

4 seconds.

1 second.

3 seconds.

19.

Safe Driving Practices

When may you flash your headlights at another road user?

When another road user annoys you.

To warn oncoming drivers of a hidden police patrol.

To signal another stationary road user that they can proceed.

To alert other road users of your presence.

20.

Driver Readiness

What should you do to minimise the risk of tiredness? (Select all that apply)

Take a break for 15 minutes every 2 hours.

Drink alcohol to boost alertness.

Stop in a safe place if you feel sleepy.

Avoid long journeys during the night when natural alertness is minimum.

21.

Lane Control

What are sharrows?

A route that alerts traffic that bicyclists are allowed to occupy the travel lane.

A route for bicyclists on streets shared with vehicle traffic.

A route that is for the exclusive use of bicyclists.

22.

Laws and Rules of the Road

School crosswalks are normally marked with what color lines?

Black lines.

Red lines.

Yellow lines.

23.

Laws and Rules of the Road

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

Before the painted lines that mark the crosswalk.

After 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.

24.

Lane Control

What is the correct interpretation of this diagram?

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

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

Double solid lines indicates that you may not pass.

25.

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.

26.

Alcohol and Drugs

What is a PAS?

Neither option is correct.

Preliminary alcohol screening.

There is no defined definition for PAS in the state of California.

27.

Safe Driving Practices

Why should you reduce your speed when traveling in foggy conditions?

To avoid being dazzled by fog lights from other vehicles.

Brakes are less effective in foggy conditions.

To reduce fuel consumption.

To allow more time to react to developing hazards.

28.

Occupant Protection

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

Reaching for an object inside of the vehicle.

Looking at Google Maps or another GPS application.

Not using handheld devices while driving.

29.

Safe Driving Practices

What is this diagram representing?

The driver is indicating that they are turning right.

The driver is indicating that they are turning left.

The driver is indicating that they are slowing down or stopping.

30.

Parking

What does a white parking colored curb indicate?

Stop only long enough to pick up/drop off passengers or mail.

No stopping is allowed at this curb.

Park for a limited time as indicated by the sign.

31.

Laws and Rules of the Road

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

Bicyclists or pedestrians crossing the road way.

Both options are correct.

The number and speed of other vehicles on the road.

32.

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?

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.

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.

33.

Parking

When you back up to parallel park, at what degree angle should you back up at?

Approximately 20 degrees.

Approximately 45 degrees.

Approximately 75 degrees.

34.

Turns

What should you do when you are making a right turn?

Both options are correct.

Look over your right shoulder.

Reduce your speed.

35.

Safe Driving Practices

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

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.

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

36.

Safe Driving Practices

At what point, in poor conditions, should you turn your headlights on?

When you are unable to see 500 feet ahead of you.

When you are unable to see 1,000 feet ahead of you.

Neither option is correct.

37.

Sharing the Road

If you are needing to make a turn, and you must enter a bike lane to do so, how much distance can you drive into the bike lane?

200 feet.

500 feet.

1 mile.

38.

Lane Control

Which lane should you drive in if you are going faster?

The right most lane.

The middle lane.

The left most lane.

39.

Visual Search

What should you do when backing up?

Back up slowly to avoid collisions.

Back up quickly to get out of the way of oncoming traffic.

Neither option is correct.

40.

Safe Driving Practices

The driver ahead of you made a mistake while driving, and you want to alert them to it. What do you do?

Do nothing, and proceed with caution.

Honk your horn at them to let them know they made a mistake.

Honk your horn at them to alert them to pay attention.

41.

Traffic Controls

What is this sign indicating?

There is a stop sign ahead.

Be prepared to yield ahead.

Directional arrow.

42.

Safe Driving Practices

When should you reverse from a side road into a main road?

When you have another person acting as a guide.

Never reverse onto a main road.

If there is no traffic on the main road.

When there is a safe gap in the traffic. Use your horn to warn other vehicles.

43.

Turns

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

100 feet

200 feet

500 feet

44.

Vehicle Positioning

You are traveling in fog behind another vehicle. What should you do to reduce the chances of an accident?

Keep a safer distance from the vehicle in front.

Use your flashing hazard lights.

Keep close to the vehicle in front.

Use your high-beam headlights.

45.

Laws and Rules of the Road

While pedestrians have the right-of-way, what is also required of them?

Pedestrians are not required to abide by the rules of the road.

Pedestrians must abide by the rules of the road.

Pedestrians have their own set of rules that they must abide to since they are not in a vehicle.

46.

Handling Emergencies

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

Leave a note with your information.

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

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

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