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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Sharing the Road

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

Driver Readiness

How frequently is it recommended to have your vision checked?

Both options are correct.

Annually

Biennially

Safe Driving Practices

When you are signalling before making a manoeuvre, you should always:

Watch out for signals given by other road users and proceed only when you are satisfied that it is safe.

Keep signalling for about a minute before you manoeuvre as a warning.

Begin your manoeuvre immediately as you have right of way.

Use your hazard lights to alert other road users.

Parking

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

Both options are correct.

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

Loaning your placard to friends or family.

Safe Driving Practices

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

To alert other drivers that they made a mistake.

Because you are angry or upset.

To avoid collisions.

Laws and Rules of the Road

In addition to respecting right-of-way rules to vehicles, who does it also apply to?

All of the options are correct.

Bicyclists and motorcyclists.

Pedestrians in crosswalks.

Traffic Controls

What does this sign normally indicate?

A police vehicle.

Slow moving vehicle.

A hazardous vehicle.

Handling Emergencies

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

Keep your eyes on the road.

Stop and turn off of the ignition.

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

Visual Search

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

Always increase your speed when driving along side other vehicles.

At freeway exits, do not drive alongside other vehicles.

Always increase your speed to overtake a vehicle attempting to enter a freeway.

10.

Traffic Controls

Which of the following is NOT true regarding a flashing yellow traffic signal?

Yield to any pedestrians, bicycles, or other vehicle in the intersection.

Proceed with caution.

You may proceed like normal, as a flashing yellow traffic signal is a suggestion only.

11.

Traffic Controls

What does a solid yellow traffic signal mean?

Go.

Stop under all circumstances.

Caution. Stop if you can do so safely.

12.

Safe Driving Practices

What should you do if you are experiencing vehicle troubles and are unable to continue driving?

Pull off of the road away from traffic.

Both options are correct.

Turn on your emergency flashers if possible.

13.

Sharing the Road

Which of these other road users might not take a normal route through a roundabout? (Select all that apply)

Horse riders.

Cyclists

Cars

Long vehicles.

14.

Special Driving Situations

Whilst driving when it is snowing, you should:

Drive as quickly as possible.

Pull over into a service area and wait for the weather to improve.

Never use your fog lights.

Slow down and allow plenty of time to brake gently.

15.

Turns

What is 200 feet most often compared to, to help visualize the distance?

A quarter the distance of an average airport.

Neither option is correct.

Half of an American football field.

16.

Laws and Rules of the Road

When turning left, what is suggested to ensure your safety?

Neither option is correct.

Keep your wheels pointed straight to be prevent being thrown into oncoming traffic in the event of an accident.

There are no suggested safety tips when turning left.

17.

Sharing the Road

What does this hazardous load placard mean?

Flammable

Explosives

Corrosive

18.

Special Driving Situations

What are some of the dangers if you are driving on a flooded road?

The vehicle can be swept off of the road.

Both options are correct.

The roadway can collapse.

19.

Handling Emergencies

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

Apply the breaks.

Shift to neutral.

Stop and turn off of the ignition.

20.

Vehicle Positioning

In the event that you need to cross multiple freeway lanes, what is the best course of action.

Wait until all of the lanes are clear, then proceed to merge into the one you need to be in.

Engage your turn signal and cross all lanes simultaneously without stopping.

Cross them one at a time until each lane is clear.

21.

Parking

How long until your vehicle may be removed if it is stopped on the freeway?

4 hours.

1 hour.

24 hours.

22.

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

What California penal code prohibits you from willfully fleeing a peace officer?

CVC 21152

CVC 480.

CVC 2800.3

23.

Special Driving Situations

Coasting is a term used to describe a vehicle traveling in neutral or with the clutch on. How does this affect your control of the vehicle? (Select all that apply)

Vehicle speed will increase going downhill.

Vehicle speed will reduce going downhill.

Steering control will improve.

Steering response may be reduced.

24.

Lane Control

What is the correct interpretation of this diagram?

No passing if the solid yellow line is on your side.

Double solid lines indicates that you may not pass.

Broken yellow line indicates that you may pass if it can be done so safely.

25.

Sharing the Road

When overtaking a horse and rider, what should you do?

Drive around as quickly as possible.

Overtake slowly if it is safe to do so.

Use your horn to warn the rider of our presence.

Flash your headlights at the horse rider.

26.

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

27.

Traffic Controls

What is this sign indicating?

Two way traffic.

Yield ahead.

Crossroad.

28.

Sharing the Road

Some of the most vulnerable road users are: (Select all that apply)

Motorcycle riders.

Pedestrians.

Truck drivers.

Car drivers.

29.

Special Driving Situations

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

A penny.

A quarter.

A dime.

30.

Parking

What does a green parking colored curb indicate?

No stopping is allowed at this curb.

Park for a limited time as indicated by a sign or the time painted on the curb.

Stop no longer than the time posted to load/unload passengers or freight.

31.

Lane Control

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

Signal which direction you will be moving to.

Neither option is correct.

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

32.

Vehicle Positioning

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

A full city block.

5 seconds

Half of a city block.

33.

Traffic Controls

What is the correct course of action if you see a sign that states "Wrong Way"?

Back out or turn around and return to the correct side of the road.

This sign indicates that danger is ahead.

Slow down and be ready to stop.

34.

Parking

Where is it acceptable to park and leave your vehicle? (Select all that apply)

On-street areas marked out by yellow zig zag lines along the road.

In off-street parking areas.

On-street parking bays marked out by white lines.

On-street areas marked out by double yellow lines.

35.

Handling Emergencies

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

Ease off of the accelerator.

Increase your speed to create more traction.

Slam on your brakes.

36.

Handling Emergencies

What is the number available for the Freeway Service Patrol?

8-1-1.

5-1-1.

9-1-1.

37.

Lane Control

What is the maximum amount of distance that you can drive in a center left turn lane?

200 feet

500 feet.

1 mile

38.

Safe Driving Practices

A driver is moving slowly, and you want them to go faster. Should you honk your horn at them?

Yes, as you are in a hurry and you need to get to your destination.

Yes, as you want them to get out of the way.

No, as the driver may not be able to go any faster due to one reason or another

39.

Lane Control

What is a HOV lane?

HOV lanes are not present in the state of California.

A special lane used only for carpools, buses, motorcycles, or decaled low-emission vehicles.

HOV lanes are used for emergency vehicles only.

40.

Traffic Controls

What is this sign indicating?

This sign indicates that a trolley is near by.

This sign indicates that a rest area is near by.

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

41.

Alcohol and Drugs

If an officer suspects you of being under the influence of drugs and/or alcohol, and you refuse to submit to a test, what can happen?

The driver will face additional points on their license if they refuse to submit to these tests.

The driver would face no penalty as the law does not legally require you to submit these tests.

The driver would be subject to longer driver's license suspensions.

42.

Handling Emergencies

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

Stop and turn off of the ignition.

Look for an alternate route away from traffic.

Keep your eyes on the road.

43.

Occupant Protection

What brochure can you refer to in the event you are needing clarification regarding Driver Distractions?

The United States Constitution

California Penal Code 597.7

The FFDL 28 Fast Facts Brochure

44.

Safe Driving Practices

What is this diagram representing?

The driver is indicating that they are turning right.

The driver is waving at oncoming traffic.

The driver is indicating that they are turning left.

45.

Sharing the Road

The rider of the motorcycle in front of you is moving their hand up and down as shown in the picture. 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 reversing.

The vehicle is braking.

46.

Special Driving Situations

If you come to a wet road, by how much should you reduce your speed?

5 to 10 mph slower.

Do not adjust your speed at all, as you do not want to risk hydroplaning.

1 to 5 mph slower.

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