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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Special Driving Situations

Why are vehicles fitted with front fog lights?

To improve your visbility ahead.

In case your vehicle breaks down.

In case your headlights are broken.

For learner drivers on the freeway.

Sharing the Road

What does this hazardous load placard mean?

Corrosive

Flammable

Radioactive

Special Driving Situations

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

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

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

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

Alcohol and Drugs

You are under the age of 21, and you are caught with an unopened, sealed container of alcohol in your vehicle. Is this lawful?

No, this is not legal as you cannot have any form of alcohol in the vehicle when you are under the age of 21.

Yes, as long as the container of alcohol is in the trunk.

Yes, as the alcohol container is not opened.

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.

Laws and Rules of the Road

What is a blind intersection?

An area where a railroad crossing intersects with a roadway.

There is no defined definition for a blind intersection.

A blind intersection is when there are no stop signs at any corner and you cannot see in either direction for 100 feet.

Visual Search

In this image, what does the blue area visualize?

What is ahead.

What is at your side.

Blind spots.

Laws and Rules of the Road

If a school bus stops on the other side of a divided highway, what must you do?

Stop your vehicle and wait until the lights are no longer red.

There is no defined rule for this situation.

You are not required to stop your vehicle.

Laws and Rules of the Road

If two vehicles meet on a steep road where neither car can pass, who has the right-of-way?

The vehicle going downhill.

Neither vehicle has the right-of-way. Both vehicles are responsible for determining who may go.

The vehicle going uphill.

10.

Laws and Rules of the Road

Who should you allow sufficient time to cross the street?

Both options are correct.

Older pedestrians.

Disabled pedestrians.

11.

Lane Control

What should you do before passing another vehicle?

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

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.

12.

Traffic Controls

What is the correct interpretation of a solid green traffic signal?

The driver must stop.

The driver must proceed with caution.

The driver may proceed.

13.

Sharing the Road

The car 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 is braking.

The vehicle shall move to the left or turn left.

14.

Traffic Controls

What is the correct interpretation for this traffic signal?

This traffic signal means that you may not cross the street.

This traffic signal means that you may cross the street with caution.

This traffic signal means that it is legal for a pedestrian to cross the street.

15.

Visual Search

You are traveling along a road and you see a car reversing out from a driveway on the left. You should:

Keep going as you have priority.

Move to the right and overtake.

Use your horn, slow down and be prepared to stop.

Speed up to get by the reversing vehicle.

16.

Parking

What is the penalty for abusing disabled placards?

A fine of up to $1,000.

A misdemeanor charge.

Both options are correct.

17.

Laws and Rules of the Road

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

Exercise caution and reduce speed.

Both options are correct.

Stop if necessary to allow the pedestrian to pass.

18.

Lane Control

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

Be sure that there is enough room for your vehicle in the next lane.

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

Signal and change lanes without any other precautionary measures.

19.

Special Driving Situations

You are traveling in heavy traffic in wet weather. Rain and spray from the road are limiting visibility. You should: (Select all that apply)

Use your flashing hazard lights.

Use dipped headlights.

Use your fog lights if visibility is below 100m.

Use your horn so other road users are aware of you.

20.

Lane Control

What should motorized bicycle drivers do when using a bike lane?

No special precautions are required since they are technically driving a bicycle.

Neither options are correct.

They should use caution to avoid bicyclists.

21.

Traffic Controls

What should you do when you are coming to a railroad crossing?

Slow down, look and listen for any oncoming trains. Be prepared to stop.

Increase your speed to beat the train before it crosses.

Continue forward without reducing speed.

22.

Lane Control

What is the other common name for yield lines?

Stopping points.

Passing lanes.

Shark's teeth.

23.

Laws and Rules of the Road

If you choose to drive slower than normal at any other time, what lane do you not drive in?

Lane One

Lane Two

Lane Three

24.

Driver Readiness

If you are dazzled by bright sunlight, you should:

Slow down, and if necessary stop.

Close your eyes until the dazzling goes away.

Turn your head and face away from the road.

Speed up to get through the dazzle as quickly as possible.

25.

Safe Driving Practices

In stationary traffic, you should:

Use your horn aggressively to speed up the traffic.

Apply the parking brake and release the foot brake to deactivate the brake lights.

Get out of the vehicle to have a stretch.

Use your mobile phone to report the traffic.

26.

Lane Control

What should you do if you miss a turn?

Make a U-Turn where possible.

Slam on your breaks so you do not miss the turn.

Proceed as normal until you can legally, and safely, turn around.

27.

Special Driving Situations

If there is not a speed limit posted before a curve, which should you do?

Judge how sharp the curve is and make no speed adjustment.

Judge how sharp the curve is and adjust your speed.

Judge how sharp the curve is and increase your speed.

28.

Lane Control

What is a buffered bike lane?

A route for bicyclists on streets that are shared with vehicle traffic.

Neither option is correct.

A lane that provides greater separation from adjacent vehicle traffic.

29.

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

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

Place you on a probation for 1 year.

Both options are correct.

Suspend your license for 6 months.

30.

Safe Driving Practices

When may you use your vehicle's horn? (Select all that apply)

When another road user annoys you.

When another road user poses a danger.

On am empty road in a built up area between 11.30pm and 7am.

To alert other road users of your presence.

31.

Parking

What should you do when you find a space to parallel park?

Park as quickly as possible to get out of the way of oncoming traffic.

Signal that you intend to park.

Neither option is correct.

32.

Safe Driving Practices

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

To allow more time to react to developing hazards.

To reduce fuel consumption.

To avoid being dazzled by fog lights from other vehicles.

Brakes are less effective in foggy conditions.

33.

Special Driving Situations

When driving on snow, why should you stay in a higher gear?

To reduce likelihood of wheel spin.

To drive faster.

To consume less fuel.

To allow for easier braking.

34.

Safe Driving Practices

You may use your hazard warning lights when you:

Need to warn other road users of an obstruction ahead.

Are being towed on a freeway or unrestricted roadway.

To thank other drivers.

Park dangerously or illegally.

35.

Traffic Controls

What is this sign indicating?

Stop ahead.

No traffic signal ahead.

Traffic signal ahead.

36.

Parking

How much space should you leave between your vehicle and the vehicle in front of you when you parallel park?

1 foot.

5 feet.

2 feet.

37.

Special Driving Situations

A typical stopping distance of a vehicle in dry weather is approximately __________ the distance of a vehicle in ICY or SNOWY weather.

Half (50%)

The same as

A tenth (10%).

A third (33%)

38.

Handling Emergencies

What can you do to prevent skidding?

Avoid fast turns.

Increase your speed to create more traction.

Make no adjustments to your driving.

39.

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.

Use your horn and reverse slowly.

Glance over your shoulders to check blindspots.

Ask for assistance from a passenger or passer-by.

40.

Handling Emergencies

Your vehicle accelerates too quickly in wet or icy conditions and begins to skid. How should you recover control of the vehicle?

Speed up whilst steering away from the skid.

Release the accelerator. Steer into the skid.

Brake hard immediately. It doesn't matter if the wheels lock.

Increase acceleration to speed up out of the skid.

41.

Special Driving Situations

You are driving your car along a wet road. Spray from the road is limiting your visibility. You should:

Use dipped headlights.

Pull over into a service area and wait for the road to dry.

Use your flashing hazard lights.

Speed up get through the wet area.

42.

Laws and Rules of the Road

What is the correct definition of a pedestrian?

Any individual using a vehicle to travel.

There is no definition for a pedestrian in the state of California.

A pedestrian is a person on foot who uses a conveyance.

43.

Special Driving Situations

Braking harshly on a wet or icy road may cause:

The vehicle to skid and lose control.

Improved wheel grip.

Better steering control.

The vehicle to slow down normally.

44.

Safe Driving Practices

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

Because you are angry or upset.

To avoid collisions.

To alert other drivers that they made a mistake.

45.

Laws and Rules of the Road

What is required to do when approaching a crosswalk?

Reduce your speed and exercise caution.

Both options are correct.

Be prepared to stop to ensure the safety of the pedestrian.

46.

Vehicle Positioning

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

Use your dipped headlights so that you can be seen.

Keep close to the vehicle in front.

Use your high-beam headlights.

Use your flashing hazard lights.

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