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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Parking

What California penal code allows a vehicle to be removed after 4 hours?

CVC 597.7.

CVC 480.

CVC 22651.

Traffic Controls

What is this sign indicating?

No left turn.

No U-turns allowed.

No right turn.

Alcohol and Drugs

What is the purpose of an IID?

A device designed purely to make driving more difficult.

A type of headlight that allows you to see better at night.

To prevent you from starting your vehicle if there is alcohol on your breath.

Laws and Rules of the Road

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

Exercise caution and reduce speed.

Stop if necessary to allow the pedestrian to pass.

Both options are correct.

Safe Driving Practices

In which situation should you signal your turn?

Neither option is correct.

When you are stopping your vehicle.

Before pulling next to the curb or away from the curb.

Visual Search

In this image, what does the blue area visualize?

Blind spots.

What is ahead.

What is at your side.

Special Driving Situations

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

The best advice is to not travel in those conditions.

Increase your following distance to other vehicles.

Both options are correct.

Driver Readiness

How frequently is it recommended to have your vision checked?

Biennially

Both options are correct.

Annually

Lane Control

What do broken white lines indicate on a roadway?

They separate traffic lanes on roads with two or more lanes in the same direction.

They mark traffic lanes going in the same direction.

They indicate a lane barrier between regular use and a preferential use lane.

10.

Special Driving Situations

If you are using a penny to check the tread on your tires, what is the indicator that you need to change your tires?

If you can only see Abraham Lincoln's neck.

If you can see the top of Abraham Lincoln's head.

Neither option is correct, as a penny is an unreliable way to check the tread on your tires.

11.

Vehicle Positioning

When you are on the highway, how much space should you leave to merge, cross, enter/exit traffic?

A full city block.

Half of a city block.

5 seconds

12.

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.

Treat the blind pedestrian as a standard pedestrian.

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

13.

Visual Search

What is the "3 second rule"?

A method in which you can ensure that there is enough distance between you and the vehicle in front of you.

Neither option is correct.

When you are passing another vehicle, you have three seconds to pass

14.

Special Driving Situations

If you come to a road that is packed with snow, by how much should you reduce your speed?

Reduce your speed by half.

Increase your speed, as the faster you go the more traction you make with the snow.

Come to a complete stop and call for help.

15.

Vehicle Positioning

When you merge onto the freeway, how many seconds of space should you leave between your vehicle and the vehicle in front of you?

1 second.

3 seconds.

5 seconds.

16.

Parking

What should you do before backing up to parallel park?

Both options are correct.

Lift your foot off of the brake.

Check your mirrors.

17.

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

What should you do if you purchase a vehicle from another state?

Ensure that it meets California's smog laws.

Neither option is correct.

Ensure that it drives properly.

18.

Sharing the Road

You are traveling with a motorcycle riding in front of you. Why might they suddenly swerve or move across the traffic lane?

Motorcycle riders like to show off.

To avoid an uneven road surface or an icy patch.

As a warning to you that you're traveling too closely.

To get a better view of the road ahead.

19.

Sharing the Road

Why should you be aware of long vehicles when at a junction or roundabout?

Their bright colour may dazzle you.

Long vehicles require more space to manoeuvre.

It is more difficult for a heavy vehicle to stop for a signal.

The driver of the long vehicle cannot see you.

20.

Laws and Rules of the Road

Which of the following is true regarding blind pedestrians?

Blind pedestrians rely on someone else telling them when it is safe across the street.

Blind pedestrians rely on the sound of your vehicle to know when it's safe to cross the street.

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

21.

Special Driving Situations

What is a symptom of carbon monoxide poisoning?

Both options are correct.

Nausea.

Dizziness.

22.

Lane Control

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

The middle lane.

The left most lane.

The right most lane.

23.

Special Driving Situations

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

Properly distribute the weight in your caravan or trailer.

Overload your vehicle or trailer.

Secure your load.

Tow more than your licence permits.

24.

Laws and Rules of the Road

What is the maximum speed limit on a two lane undivided highway?

35 mph.

55 mph.

65 mph.

25.

Safe Driving Practices

At what times are you required to turn on your headlines?

30 minutes before sunrise.

30 minutes after sunset.

Both options are correct.

26.

Special Driving Situations

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

Leave your handbrake on.

Quickly turn the steering to loosen the snow.

Use the highest gear you can.

Always use 1st gear.

27.

Traffic Controls

What is this sign indicating?

Two way traffic.

Merging traffic

Traffic signal ahead.

28.

Occupant Protection

At what age is it considered illegal to leave a child unattended in a vehicle?

12 years old.

5 years old.

6 years old.

29.

Visual Search

What do you do if a vehicle merges in front of you too closely?

Increase your speed.

Switch to another lane and pass that vehicle for merging too closely.

Decrease your speed.

30.

Laws and Rules of the Road

Why is it encouraged for a driver to not pass another vehicle that is stopped at a crosswalk?

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

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

Neither option is correct.

31.

Visual Search

Which one of the following is correct when giving enough space to another vehicle?

Always tailgate another vehicle.

Do not stay in another driver's blind spot.

Neither option is correct.

32.

Laws and Rules of the Road

How much distance should you include from your vehicle to the crosswalk when stopping?

5 feet.

10 feet.

1 foot.

33.

Sharing the Road

What is required to operate a LSV or NEV?

No form of identification is needed to operate these vehicles.

A valid learner's permit.

A valid driver's license.

34.

Laws and Rules of the Road

Which of the following is true when driving in a roundabout?

You may pass vehicles using any additional lanes.

You may enter using a high rate of speed.

Do not stop or pass vehicles.

35.

Handling Emergencies

In the event that you hit a parked vehicle, what should you do?

Do nothing as no one is in the vehicle and no one was hurt.

Leave a note with your information.

Take a picture of their license plate and inform the Department of Motor Vehicles when you have time.

36.

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

In the event that you are convicted of a hit-and-run accident that resulted in injury, what may the Department of Motor Vehicles do?

Penalize you with additional points depending on the severity of the injury.

Revoke your driver's license.

Do nothing as the Department of Motor Vehicles has no authority over accidents.

37.

Safe Driving Practices

If your vehicle is low on fuel, you should:

Keep driving until you almost run out. Cars are more efficient with less fuel in the tank.

Speed up to consume more fuel.

Begin a freeway journey.

Stop at the nearest service station to refuel as soon as possible.

38.

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

Which of the following is one form of financial responsibility of your vehicle?

A copy of your bank statement that shows you have at least $4,000 in it.

A deposit of $35,000 with the Department of Motor Vehicles.

A blank cheque that you can use in the event that you are in a vehicle accident.

39.

Laws and Rules of the Road

You MUST NOT reverse your vehicle:

Into a side road.

Without someone to act as a guide.

Further than is necessary.

Without using your horn to warn other road users.

40.

Lane Control

If you are driving slowly on a two lane road, how many vehicles must be behind you before you are required to turn into a turnout area?

5 vehicles

1 vehicle.

3 vehicles.

41.

Safe Driving Practices

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

If there is no traffic on the main road.

Never reverse onto a main road.

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

When you have another person acting as a guide.

42.

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

At minimum, if an individual is convicted of manslaughter resulting from evading police pursuit, how long can they serve in prison?

2 to 3 years.

1 to 2 years.

4 to 10 years.

43.

Visual Search

Why can backing up your vehicle be dangerous?

Backing your vehicle can be dangerous because you may not see behind your vehicle.

Backing your vehicle up is not dangerous in any circumstance.

Neither option is correct.

44.

Traffic Controls

What does this sign normally indicate?

A police vehicle.

A hazardous vehicle.

Slow moving vehicle.

45.

Lane Control

Which direction should you pass traffic?

It is not lawful to pass any vehicle under any circumstance.

You must pass traffic on the left hand side.

You must pass traffic on the right hand side.

46.

Driver Readiness

Which of the following is correct regarding emotions and driving?

Your emotions have no relation to how well you drive.

Neither option is correct.

Emotions can affect the way that you drive.

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