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]

Which of the following is true for all DUI convictions, regardless of age?

Neither option is correct.

The completion of a DUI program.

You are not required to complete anything in the event that you are convicted of a DUI.

[Special Driving Situations]

You are about to enter a bank of fog. What should you do? (Select all that apply)

Check your mirrors and slow down.

Use your fog lights if necessary.

Use your hazard lights to warn other drivers.

Speed up to travel through it as quickly as possible.

[Safe Driving Practices]

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

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

Never reverse onto a main road.

When you have another person acting as a guide.

If there is no traffic on the main road.

[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 shall move to the right or turn right.

The vehicle shall move to the left or turn left.

The vehicle is braking.

The vehicle is reversing.

[Laws and Rules of the Road]

School crosswalks are normally marked with what color lines?

Black lines.

Yellow lines.

Red lines.

[Sharing the Road]

A farmer is herding cows across the road. What should you do?

Speed up to get around them more quickly.

Turn around and find another route.

Use your horn.

Slow down and be ready to stop if necessary.

[Handling Emergencies]

If you are involved in an accident where no one was injured, how long do you have to notify the Department of Motor Vehicles?

30 days.

10 days.

90 days.

[Special Driving Situations]

If you are not able to see any farther than 100 feet in front of you, what should you reduce your speed to?

45 mph.

30 mph or below.

50 mph.

[Parking]

What is parallel parking?

A driving technique that allows you to park parallel to an interstate in the event that you are tired from driving.

A driving technique that allows you to park parallel to the road in line with other vehicles.

A driving technique that allows you to park adjacent to a public transit bus lane lawfully.

10.

[Parking]

Which of the following is an example of disabled placard abuse?

Using a placard after it has been reporting that it has been lost or stolen.

Neither option is correct.

Using a placard issued to you by the Department of Motor Vehicles.

11.

[Traffic Controls]

What does this sign normally indicate?

A hazardous vehicle.

Slow moving vehicle.

A police vehicle.

12.

[Sharing the Road]

What does this hazardous load placard mean?

Flammable

Explosives

Corrosive

13.

[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.

14.

[Additional Driving Laws / Rules]

If you sell or transfer a vehicle in the state of California, how long do you have to report it to the Department of Motor Vehicles.

5 days.

30 days.

90 days.

15.

[Traffic Controls]

What is this sign indicating?

No left turn.

No right turn.

No U-turns allowed.

16.

[Handling Emergencies]

What is the number available for the Freeway Service Patrol?

5-1-1.

8-1-1.

9-1-1.

17.

[Alcohol and Drugs]

If you are convicted of DUI for the first time, in addition to having driving privileges suspended, what also may you be required to do?

Neither option is correct.

Nothing, as the suspension of driving privileges is enough of a punishment.

You will be required to complete a DUI program.

18.

[Sharing the Road]

The rear of the car in front of you has a white light. What do you expect the vehicle to do next?

The vehicle shall move to the right or turn right.

The vehicle is reversing.

The vehicle shall move to the left or turn left.

The vehicle is braking.

19.

[Turns]

Why should you keep your wheels pointed straight until you start your turn?

In the event you are hit from behind, you will not be pushed into oncoming traffic.

It reduces the risk of a vehicle accident.

It reduces the stress on your wheels.

20.

[Traffic Controls]

What does this sign mean?

Stop at the junction.

Tunnel ahead.

No entry to only vehicular traffic.

No entry to all traffic.

21.

[Safe Driving Practices]

If you are under the age of 18, which of the of the following is correct regarding the use of electronic devices while driving?

Any driver, regardless of age, may use an electronic device while driving as long as they look up every two seconds.

It is unlawful for anyone under the age of 18 to use an electronic device while driving, unless it is in the case of an emergency.

Neither option is correct.

22.

[Parking]

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

Park completely off of the pavement.

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

Both options are correct.

23.

[Alcohol and Drugs]

If you are a commercial driver, and you are convicted of a DUI, what must you first do after your suspension?

Neither option is correct.

Nothing will happen.

Downgrade to a noncommercial license.

24.

[Laws and Rules of the Road]

What should you do when you are approaching a sign such as this?

Neither option is correct.

This sign indicates what animals inhabit this area.

This sign means to be alert for possible animals in the area.

25.

[Alcohol and Drugs]

You are driving down the road after having left the liquor store. The items you bought are in the front passenger seat. Is this legal?

Yes, this is legal as long as the alcohol is sealed and, full, and unopened.

No, this is not legal. You cannot have any form of alcohol in the vehicle.

No, this is not legal as you cannot have unsealed alcohol containers within arm's reach.

26.

[Laws and Rules of the Road]

Why is it not allowed to stop in a crosswalk?

You are allowed to stop in a crosswalk, as long as you are doing it in a way that does not put pedestrians in danger.

Neither option is correct.

You are not allowed to stop in a crosswalk, as it puts pedestrians in danger.

27.

[Special Driving Situations]

When should you switch off your fog lights?

When visibility is greater than 200 feet.

Visibility is greater than 2000 feet.

When visibility is greater than 1000 feet.

When visibility is greater than 500 feet.

28.

[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.

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

Both options are correct.

29.

[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.

30.

[Laws and Rules of the Road]

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

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

Pedestrians must abide by the rules of the road.

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

31.

[Sharing the Road]

Which of the following can you do to prevent other drivers from becoming angry?

Using your horn for non-emergencies.

Do not tailgate other drivers.

Both options are correct.

32.

[Parking]

What is a crosshatched area adjacent to a parking space mean?

This means that only motorcyclists can park there.

Any vehicle can park here for a limited amount of time.

This means that this is a no parking area.

33.

[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.

34.

[Turns]

Which of the following is not an illegal U-turn?

Across a double yellow line when it is safe and legal.

When you cannot see clearly 200 feet in each direction.

In front of a fire station.

35.

[Sharing the Road]

Which California penal code prohibits following an emergency vehicle, with a siren activated?

CVC 21706

CVC 480.

CVC 22511.

36.

[Safe Driving Practices]

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

On the freeway when changing lanes.

Because you are angry or upset.

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

37.

[Lane Control]

When passing a vehicle, what is not allowed?

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

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.

38.

[Parking]

Under what circumstances may you park on a freeway?

Both options are correct.

In an emergency.

When a stop is specifically permitted.

39.

[Sharing the Road]

In windy weather, a high-sided vehicle in front is overtaking a cyclist. What should you do?

Use your horn.

Keep as close to the vehicle in front as possible.

Keep well back to allow the cyclist room to manoeuvre.

Overtake the cyclist as quickly as possible.

40.

[Vehicle Positioning]

You are traveling at a safe distance between you and the vehicle in front. Another vehicle overtakes and pulls into this gap. What should you do?

Flash your headlights.

Speed up to overtake this new vehicle.

Slow down to maintain a safe gap.

Use your horn

41.

[Special Driving Situations]

Why MUST you switch off your fog lights when visibility improves?

They drain your vehicle's battery.

They confused other drivers.

They are bright and dazzle other road users.

It reduces control of your vehicle.

42.

[Turns]

To make a right turn, what should you drive close to?

The left side of the road.

The right side of the road.

The center of the road.

43.

[Additional Driving Laws/Rules]

If your vehicle's engine is running, you MUST NOT:

Switch it off if you're waiting to pick someone up.

Clean any ice of the windows.

Rev the engine to warm it up.

Leave your vehicle unattended.

44.

[Laws and Rules of the Road]

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

Neither option is correct.

Slow down and be ready to stop.

Proceed like normal.

45.

[Safe Driving Practices]

You have turned into a sideroad and realise you have made a mistake. You should:

Stop and reverse quickly into the main road.

Drive forward and find a safe place to turn around.

Reverse into the main road when the traffic is clear.

Use your horn and reverse around the corner to the main road.

46.

[Safe Driving Practices]

Who is responsible whilst a vehicle is traveling under cruise control?

The vehicle manufacturer.

The mechanical responsible for maintenance.

The owner of the vehicle.

The driver or rider of the vehicle.

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