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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Parking

In the event that you have to stop on a freeway, how should you park?

Both options are correct.

Park in the middle of the lane with your warning lights engaged.

Park completely off of the pavement.

Lane Control

Which lane is generally the smoothest to drive in?

The left most lane

The middle lane

The right most lane

Lane Control

Which lane should you drive in if you plan on making a right turn?

The right most lane.

The middle lane.

The left most lane.

Traffic Controls

What does this traffic symbol mean?

Caution.

To Stop.

To turn left.

Alcohol and Drugs

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

0.0001

0.0005

0.0008

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

What is the fee you may be required to pay to the Department of Motor Vehicles in the event that you driver's license is suspended?

200

Traffic Controls

Which of the following traffic signals means to "proceed with caution"?

A green arrow traffic signal.

A solid green traffic signal.

A flashing yellow traffic signal.

Special Driving Situations

When should you switch off your fog lights?

When visibility is greater than 500 feet.

When visibility is greater than 200 feet.

Visibility is greater than 2000 feet.

When visibility is greater than 1000 feet.

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.

Both options are correct.

A fine.

10.

Occupant Protection

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

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

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

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

11.

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)

Steering response may be reduced.

Vehicle speed will reduce going downhill.

Steering control will improve.

Vehicle speed will increase going downhill.

12.

Traffic Controls

What is the correct interpretation of this sign?

This sign indicates that you are entering the wrong way of traffic.

This sign indicates that you are entering the incorrect road with the incorrect vehicle.

This sign indicates that you are not allowed to do a certain action.

13.

Sharing the Road

Which of the following is true regarding blind pedestrians?

No special precautions are required.

They must be given the right-of-way at all times.

Neither option is correct.

14.

Safe Driving Practices

Which circumstance is an example of when to use your horn?

To alert other drivers that they made a mistake.

If a driver is moving slowly.

To try and get eye contact with other drivers.

15.

Traffic Controls

When are you allowed to make a right turn when a red arrow light is present?

You can, applying the same rules as a regular red stop light.

At any time.

Only when a green signal or a green arrow appears.

16.

Traffic Controls

When coming to a stop sign, where must you fully stop your vehicle at?

You must stop after the stop sign.

You must stop at the white limit line.

You may choose where you are allowed to stop, as long as you make a full stop.

17.

Traffic Controls

Which of the following is not true regarding a solid green traffic signal?

You are allowed to turn left from a turn right only lane.

Do not enter the intersection if you cannot get completely across traffic before the traffic signal turns red.

Give the right-of-way to any vehicle, pedestrian or bicyclist in the intersection.

18.

Laws and Rules of the Road

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

Be especially aware and use extreme caution.

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

Treat the blind pedestrian as a standard pedestrian.

19.

Laws and Rules of the Road

What law requires you to remain stopped as long as a school bus has flashing red lights?

CVC 480.

CVC 597.7.

CVC 22454

20.

Driver Readiness

Which of the following is correct regarding emotions and driving?

Your emotions have no relation to how well you drive.

Emotions can affect the way that you drive.

Neither option is correct.

21.

Lane Control

What lane number is considered the fast lane?

Number 2

Number 1

Number 3

22.

Additional Driving Laws/Rules

You MUST NOT leave your vehicle unattended if:

Your vehicle's engine is running.

Your vehicle has broken down.

Your vehicle is not immobilised.

Your vehicle is unlocked.

23.

Driver Readiness

Why should you be aware of warm air in the car whilst driving?

It can reduce fuel efficiency.

Warm air may be uncomfortable for your passengers.

May cause excessive sweat.

Unventilated warm air may cause the driver to become sleepy.

24.

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.

25.

Driver Readiness

What should you not do before driving?

Mix alcohol with your medications.

Neither option is correct.

Ensure that you have enough rest to drive.

26.

Special Driving Situations

Why are vehicles fitted with rear fog lights?

For learner drivers on the freeway.

To allow other vehicles to see you in fog.

In case your brake lights don't work.

In case your vehicle breaks down.

27.

Lane Control

What do solid yellow lines indicate on a roadway?

The center of a road for two-way traffic.

Neither option is correct.

Indicates that you may pass freely.

28.

Special Driving Situations

At what speed can your tires loss all contact with the road if there is a lot of water?

50 mph.

30 mph.

20 mph.

29.

Safe Driving Practices

Which circumstance is an example of when to use your horn?

Because you are angry or upset.

On the freeway when changing lanes.

On narrow mountain roads when you can not see 200 feet ahead.

30.

Laws and Rules of the Road

You MUST NOT reverse your vehicle:

Without using your horn to warn other road users.

Into a side road.

Without someone to act as a guide.

Further than is necessary.

31.

Lane Control

What should you do before passing another vehicle?

There are no suggestions when passing another vehicle, only to do it with caution.

Look ahead for road conditions and traffic that may cause other vehicles to merge as well.

Pass the other vehicle at a high rate of speed to beat any traffic.

32.

Sharing the Road

What is a NEV?

A neighborhood electric vehicle.

A type of emergency vehicle.

A type of public transit.

33.

Laws and Rules of the Road

In the event that you have to drive on a sidewalk, what is the correct course of action?

You are not allowed to drive on sidewalks, as they are meant for pedestrians.

Ensure that there are no pedestrians on the sidewalk for the next block.

Decrease your speed to five miles per hour, and continue forward.

34.

Sharing the Road

You are about to overtake a person riding a mobility scooter in windy weather. What should you do as you overtake?

Use a higher gear whilst overtaking.

Keep as close as possible to them.

Use your horn.

Allow plenty of space.

35.

Traffic Controls

What is this type of sign meant for?

This sign indicates what you should do in the event that your vehicle stalls on railroad tracks.

Nothing. This sign is meant for highway officials only.

This sign provides you a number to make a complaint about another driver.

36.

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.

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

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

37.

Handling Emergencies

What should you do if you are involved in a collision?

Argue with the other person, regardless of who caused it.

Leave the accident.

Stop and call 9-1-1 if anyone is hurt.

38.

Lane Control

When passing a vehicle, what is not allowed?

Check traffic behind and beside you.

Drive off the paved road to pass another vehicle in the event that you cannot do it on the paved road.

Look ahead for road conditions and traffic that may cause other vehicles to merge as well.

39.

Special Driving Situations

A typical stopping distance of a vehicle in wet weather is approximately __________ the normal distance of a vehicle in dry weather.

The same as

Double

Triple

Half

40.

Traffic Controls

What is the correct interpretation of this sign?

You may not enter the road that the sign is adjacent to.

You must stop at the limit line before proceeding.

You must slow down and be ready to stop.

41.

Special Driving Situations

While driving at night, where should you look when a car with bright headlights is coming from the other direction?

Look at the other driver.

Look at the left side of your lane.

Look to the right edge of your lane.

42.

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?

The cyclist might swerve to avoid an obstacle.

So that they are more likely to see you.

To get a better view of the road ahead.

The rush of wind as you pass can destabilise a cyclist.

43.

Alcohol and Drugs

Consuming alcohol will have the following effect: (Select all that apply)

Reduce co-ordination and slow down reactions.

Give a false sense of confidence.

Decrease the risk of collisions.

Make you a better driver.

44.

Safe Driving Practices

How much distance should be between your vehicle and your turn before you signal?

50 feet.

100 feet.

500 feet.

45.

Laws and Rules of the Road

Which of the following does a roundabout not have?

A roadway.

Neither option is correct.

Bicycle ways.

46.

Special Driving Situations

What effects can a soft road surface have on your vehicle? (Select all that apply)

Improved fuel efficiency.

Noisier exhaust.

Slippery road surface.

Reduced tire grip.

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