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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Vehicle Positioning

You are needing to turn left, and you engage your turn signal. In front of you, another vehicle has their right turn signal engaged. What should you do?

Neither option is correct.

Wait until the driver has begun their right turn.

Go ahead and turn left since they have their right turn signal engaged.

Safe Driving Practices

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

Use your horn.

Rev your engine loudly.

Get out of your vehicle and check before moving.

Reverse very slowly.

Sharing the Road

Which of the following is true regarding blind pedestrians?

Neither option is correct.

No special precautions are required.

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

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?

1 mile.

500 feet.

200 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.

Special Driving Situations

What is most commonly used to check the tread on your tires?

A penny.

A quarter.

A dime.

Sharing the Road

Which of the following is a way for a motorcyclist to increase their chances of being seen by other drivers?

Wearing a bright colored jacket.

Using high beam headlights during daylight hours.

Both options are correct.

Driver Readiness

What can fatigue or drowsiness affect?

The speed of your vehicle.

Neither option is correct.

Your vision.

Laws and Rules of the Road

Which of the following is correct?

Proceed as normal when entering a crosswalk with pedestrians entering.

No specific rules apply to a crosswalk when you are crossing it with your vehicle.

You must yield to all pedestrians entering or crossing a crosswalk.

10.

Parking

Which of the following is an example of illegal parking

When a peace officer requires you to park off of the freeway.

Parking next to a school.

At a red curb.

11.

Special Driving Situations

You have driven through deep water. What should you check at the first safe opportunity?

If your vehicle left any pollution in the water.

Test the effectiveness of your brakes as they may be wet.

There is no water in your exhaust system.

If any fish have become stuck on your vehicle.

12.

Driver Readiness

Which of the following over the counter medications could make you dizzy?

Vitamins

Tylenol.

Cold medications.

13.

Safe Driving Practices

You may use your hazard warning lights when you:

Are being towed on a freeway or unrestricted roadway.

Need to warn other road users of an obstruction ahead.

Park dangerously or illegally.

To thank other drivers.

14.

Safe Driving Practices

When may you use your vehicle's fog lights?

Any time at night.

In a tunnel.

If your headlights are not working.

When visibility is severely reduced.

15.

Parking

Which of the following is an example of illegal parking

Parking within 7.5 feet of a railroad track.

Parking adjacent to a hospital.

Neither option is correct.

16.

Special Driving Situations

What should you do if you are driving and there is heavy fog or smoke?

Both options are correct.

Increase your following distance to other vehicles.

The best advice is to not travel in those conditions.

17.

Safe Driving Practices

What should you do in the event that it is too bright for your signal lights to be seen easily?

Neither option is correct.

Use hand-and-arm positions to indicate what you are doing.

Slow down and proceed with caution.

18.

Traffic Controls

What is this sign indicating?

This sign means that a rest area is one mile ahead.

This sign indicates that there is a ski lodge near by.

This sign means that there is an airport near by.

19.

Sharing the Road

If you are a minor using a bicycle for transportation, what is required?

A valid learner's permit.

A valid driver's license.

A helmet.

20.

Lane Control

Apart from looking in your mirrors, what should you do before changing lanes?

Neither option is correct.

Change lanes without a signal, as long as you do it slowly to let other drivers know.

Signal which direction you will be moving to.

21.

Driver Readiness

Which of the following is an example of a condition that physicians are required to report to the Department of Motor Vehicles.

Alzheimer's disease.

Both options are correct.

Lapses of consciousness.

22.

Sharing the Road

The rider of the motorcycle in front of you is holding their arm out straight to the right as shown in the picture. What do you expect the vehicle to do next?

The vehicle is braking.

The vehicle shall move to the left or turn left.

The vehicle shall move to the right or turn right.

The vehicle is reversing.

23.

Safe Driving Practices

You should adjust your seat and mirrors correctly in order to:

Keep your body as close as possible to the steering wheel, even if its uncomfortable.

Ensure comfort, full control and maximum field of vision.

Ensure you can see yourself whilst you drive.

Keep the distracting vehicle controls out of reach.

24.

Sharing the Road

How far away should a bicyclist's rear red reflector be seen at night?

200 feet.

500 feet.

100 feet.

25.

Handling Emergencies

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

Keep your eyes on the road.

Warn other drivers by honking and turning on your emergency lights.

Stop and turn off the ignition.

26.

Special Driving Situations

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

20 mph.

30 mph.

50 mph.

27.

Turns

What is a public transit bus lane?

A lane that is shared by both transit vehicles and regular vehicles.

A lane specifically designated for public transit vehicles.

A lane specified for emergency vehicles.

28.

Alcohol and Drugs

If you are going to consume alcohol before a journey, you should:

Drive faster to reduce risk of collisions.

Only drink wine and not spirits.

Drive with your hazard lights flashing to warn other vehicles.

Arrange another means of transport.

29.

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

How long can traffic convictions and collisions, at minimum, stay on your record for?

36 months.

12 months.

72 months.,

30.

Handling Emergencies

What can you do to prevent skidding?

Make no adjustments to your driving.

Increase your speed to create more traction.

Avoid fast turns.

31.

Safe Driving Practices

In normal circumstances, what is the safest way to use the brakes?

Sharply and as late as possible.

Slow down quickly as early as possible and then travel very slowly up to the stopping point.

Slow down by reducing gear and using engine braking. Only brake as late as possible.

Brake early and gently.

32.

Visual Search

If it is hard to see 1,000 feet ahead of you, what should you do?

Turn on your headlights.

Pull over and wait until you can see better.

Proceed like normal.

33.

Parking

Which California penal code prohibits parking in a crosshatched space?

CVC 480.

CVC 22507.8

CVC 597.7.

34.

Traffic Controls

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

Flashing Yellow Arrow.

Solid Green.

Solid Red.

35.

Laws and Rules of the Road

What is the speed limit when you are within 100 feet of a railroad?

40 mph

25 mph

15 mph

36.

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 is braking.

The vehicle shall move to the right or turn right.

The vehicle shall move to the left or turn left.

37.

Alcohol and Drugs

If you are convicted of a DUI for the second time, how many years will your license be suspended for?

5 years.

1 year.

2 years.

38.

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.

No stopping, standing, or parking is permitted.

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

39.

Safe Driving Practices

When MUST your vehicle's headlights be switched on?

At all times.

At night.

Whenever visibility is reduced.

Any time other vehicles are on the road.

40.

Laws and Rules of the Road

You MUST NOT reverse your vehicle:

Into a side road.

Without using your horn to warn other road users.

Further than is necessary.

Without someone to act as a guide.

41.

Safe Driving Practices

Whilst driving or riding, you should avoid distractions such as: (Select all that apply)

Trying to read a map.

Eating and drinking.

Using your mirrors to check for other vehicles and hazards.

Switching on your headlights.

42.

Special Driving Situations

You are traveling along a road and you cannot see more than 100 meters (328 feet) in front. What should you do?

You MUST use headlights. You may use fog lights if necessary.

You MUST NOT slow down.

You MUST NOT switch on your fog lights.

You MUST switch on your hazard lights.

43.

Sharing the Road

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

Use your horn.

Rev your engine loudly.

Travel closely behind the horses.

Overtake slowly giving them plenty of space.

44.

Traffic Controls

What is this sign indicating?

School zone ahead.

Pedestrian crossing.

Caution.

45.

Traffic Controls

What is this sign indicating?

Directional arrow.

End divided highway.

Lane ending.

46.

Sharing the Road

When passing a bicyclist, how much space should you leave between your vehicle and the bicyclist?

3 feet.

2 feet.

1 foot.

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