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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[Traffic Controls]

This type of sign is often paired with which of the following signs?

A yield sign.

A traffic light.

A railroad crossing sign.

[Handling Emergencies]

What should you do in the event that you begin to skid while driving on ice?

Increase your speed to create more traction.

Slam on your brakes.

Ease off of the accelerator.

[Special Driving Situations]

Where are you most likely to be affect by crosswinds?

Travelling across a bridge on a freeway.

On a narrow country lane.

In heavy traffic.

In a built up area.

[Laws and Rules of the Road]

What also can be classified as an intersection?

Cross streets.

Both options are correct.

Alleys.

[Traffic Controls]

What is this sign indicating?

Crossroad.

Railroad tracks.

There is a hospital ahead.

[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 is reversing.

The vehicle shall move to the left or turn left.

The vehicle is braking.

[Lane Control]

What do two solid yellow lines on a roadway indicate?

No passing.

Indicates that you may pass if the broken line is next to your driving lane.

The center of a road for two-way traffic.

[Sharing the Road]

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

Travel closely behind the horses.

Overtake slowly giving them plenty of space.

Rev your engine loudly.

Use your horn.

[Parking]

When parking uphill, what way should you turn your wheels?

Towards the shoulder of the road.

Away from the curb.

Towards the curb.

10.

[Sharing the Road]

It is against the law to follow how many feet behind an emergency vehicle while their emergency lights are activated?

1,000 feet.

500 feet.

300 feet.

11.

[Lane Control]

What lane is considered the left most lane?

Number 1

Number 3

Number 2

12.

[Occupant Protection]

Which of the following is a type of cognitive distraction?

Reaching down to pick up an object that fell onto the floor board.

Paying full attention to the road.

Mind off of the road.

13.

[Traffic Controls]

What is this sign indicating?

Directional arrow.

There is a hospital ahead.

No turns are permitted.

14.

[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.

15.

[Laws and Rules of the Road]

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

Treat the blind pedestrian as a standard pedestrian.

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

Be especially aware and use extreme caution.

16.

[Lane Control]

What should you do before passing another vehicle?

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

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

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

17.

[Safe Driving Practices]

What should you do to alert other drivers if an accident has happened ahead of you?

Tapping your brake pedal 3 or 4 times quickly.

Both options are correct.

By turning on your emergency flashers.

18.

[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?

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.

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

Neither option is correct.

19.

[Parking]

Before moving off in a vehicle, you should: (Select all that apply)

Speed off as quickly as possible.

Check your vehicle blind spots for hidden hazards.

Use your signals (if necessary) to warn other road users.

Use all mirrors to check road is clear.

20.

[Sharing the Road]

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

Both options are correct.

Wearing a bright colored jacket.

Using high beam headlights during daylight hours.

21.

[Special Driving Situations]

When towing, you MUST NOT: (Select all that apply)

Secure your load.

Overload your vehicle or trailer.

Tow more than your licence permits.

Properly distribute the weight in your caravan or trailer.

22.

[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.

23.

[Special Driving Situations]

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

A dime.

A penny.

A quarter.

24.

[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?

Speed up to overtake this new vehicle.

Flash your headlights.

Slow down to maintain a safe gap.

Use your horn

25.

[Special Driving Situations]

You are on snow and about to begin moving. As you set off, you should:

Quickly turn the steering to loosen the snow.

Leave your handbrake on.

Always use 1st gear.

Use the highest gear you can.

26.

[Turns]

What is a public transit bus lane?

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

A lane specified for emergency vehicles.

A lane specifically designated for public transit vehicles.

27.

[Sharing the Road]

Which of these light signals implies the motorcycle will turn left or move to the left?

28.

[Turns]

If there is a bike lane in your path when you are making a right turn, how far can you drive in the bike lane?

1 mile.

400 feet.

200 feet.

29.

[Safe Driving Practices]

Which of the following is a suggestion provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration?

Hands positioned 9 and 3 o'clock.

Both options are correct.

Hands positioned at 8 and 4 o'clock.

30.

[Laws and Rules of the Road]

Who should you allow sufficient time to cross the street?

Disabled pedestrians.

Older pedestrians.

Both options are correct.

31.

[Sharing the Road]

You are about to overtake a cyclist in windy weather. Why should you leave extra room as you overtake?

To reduce fuel consumption.

In case a gust of wind pushes them across the lane.

To stop the wind blowing your exhaust fumes towards them.

To avoid dazzling them with your lights.

32.

[Special Driving Situations]

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

Triple

The same as

Half

Double

33.

[Handling Emergencies]

According to the California Highway Patrol, what should you do if your vehicle becomes disabled on the freeway?

Stay inside your vehicle with the seat belt on until help arrives.

Safely pull to the right shoulder.

Both options are correct.

34.

[Visual Search]

In this image, what do the shaded areas visualize?

The correct way to travel down a highway.

How far other vehicles should travel from your vehicle.

The blind spots of your vehicle.

35.

[Visual Search]

You want to reverse your car, but cannot see clearly behind using the mirrors. You should:

Ask for assistance from a passenger or passer-by.

Open the car windows.

Open the car doors.

Get out of the car and push it backwards.

36.

[Sharing the Road]

What does this hazardous load placard mean?

Radioactive

Explosives

Flammable

37.

[Turns]

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

Neither option is correct.

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

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

38.

[Occupant Protection]

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

Not using handheld devices while driving.

Reaching for an object inside of the vehicle.

Looking at Google Maps or another GPS application.

39.

[Traffic Controls]

What does this sign mean?

Stop at the junction.

No entry to all traffic.

Tunnel ahead.

No entry to only vehicular traffic.

40.

[Parking]

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

Park completely off of the pavement.

Both options are correct.

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

41.

[Sharing the Road]

Who should you particularly look out for when reversing?

Children.

Pedestrians.

Motorcycle riders.

Traffic police.

42.

[Driver Readiness]

Which of the following is correct regarding emotions and driving?

Neither option is correct.

Your emotions have no relation to how well you drive.

Emotions can affect the way that you drive.

43.

[Laws and Rules of the Road]

What is a blind intersection?

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.

An area where a railroad crossing intersects with a roadway.

44.

[Laws and Rules of the Road]

Which of the following is correct?

Proceed as normal when entering a crosswalk with pedestrians entering.

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

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

45.

[Lane Control]

What are the purpose of yield lines?

They serve no purpose. They are included in the design of the roadway.

To indicate at which point you must speed up.

To indicate where a vehicle must stop or yield at.

46.

[Handling Emergencies]

Which of the following the Freeway Service Patrol not provide assistance with?

Towing your vehicle to a location approved by the California Highway Patrol.

Tow your motorcycle.

Change a flat tire.

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