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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Additional Driving Laws / Rules

If an individual is convicted of engaging in a speed contest that results in bodily injury to another person, what is the consequence?

Both options are correct.

Imprisonment.

A fine.

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

What California penal code prohibits an individual from obstructing or interfering with a funeral procession?

CVC 2817.

CVC 480.

CVC 2852

Safe Driving Practices

At what point, in poor conditions, should you turn your headlights on?

Neither option is correct.

When you are unable to see 500 feet ahead of you.

When you are unable to see 1,000 feet ahead of you.

Occupant Protection

Which of the following is not correct about wearing a shoulder harness style seatbelt?

The shoulder harness should be worn under the arm or the back.

The shoulder harness should have minimal to no slack.

The shoulder harness should be worn across the shoulder and chest.

Sharing the Road

At what speed do slow moving vehicles typically travel?

55 mph.

65 mph.

25 mph or less.

Laws and Rules of the Road

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

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

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

Neither option is correct.

Sharing the Road

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

Speed up to get around them more quickly.

Slow down and be ready to stop if necessary.

Use your horn.

Turn around and find another route.

Laws and Rules of the Road

What is the correct course of action when you stop in a crosswalk.

You are allowed to stop in a crosswalk in the event in you overpass the white limit line.

Ensure that no pedestrians are within a block of the cross walk.

It is not allowed to stop in a crosswalk.

Traffic Controls

If you are approaching a stop sign, you must do which of the following?

Stop at the solid white line.

Stop at the yellow line.

Stop at the broken white line.

10.

Sharing the Road

You are traveling slowly behind a cyclist in front of you. Why should you give the cyclist plenty of space when overtaking?

So that you can travel faster.

The cyclist might swerve to avoid an uneven road surface.

To get a better view of the road ahead.

So that they are more likely to see you.

11.

Additional Driving Laws / Rules

If you forfeit the citation fee, what is it the same as?

Pleading guilty.

Neither option is correct.

Pleading not guilty.

12.

Turns

How do you know what lane is designated as a public transit bus lane?

Signs will be posted that designate it.

It is common knowledge to know what is designated as such.

There are no specified public transit bus lanes in the state of California.

13.

Visual Search

Why should you scan your surroundings while driving?

It allows you time to react if another driver makes mistakes.

It allows you to enjoy the scenery around you.

Neither option is correct.

14.

Safe Driving Practices

You are driving down the road and you witness a collision. Regarding using electronic devices, what may you do?

Call for help, since this is an emergency.

Take a picture of the accident and continue driving.

Neither option is correct.

15.

Parking

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

Away from the curb.

Towards the curb.

Towards the shoulder of the road.

16.

Alcohol and Drugs

How long does a DUI conviction remain on your record?

10 years.

1 year.

90 days.

17.

Handling Emergencies

What should you do if you see a vehicle's hazard lights ahead?

Reduce your speed so you can see what happened.

Neither option is correct.

Reduce your speed and proceed with caution.

18.

Sharing the Road

Single-track roads are only wide enough for one vehicle. If you see an oncoming vehicle, you should:

Attempt to squeeze by the other vehicle.

Pull into a passing place on your left or wait by a passing place on your right. If necessary, reverse to the nearest place.

Stop your vehicle and expect the other driver to reverse out of the way.

Keep going if traveling down hill as you have right of way.

19.

Visual Search

You are traveling along a road and you see a car reversing out from a driveway on the left. You should NOT:

Speed up and overtake.

Use your horn to warn the other driver of your presence.

Be prepared to stop.

Slow down.

20.

Vehicle Positioning

Why is it important to leave the traffic lane not too fast?

You can choose any speed you wish to exit traffic, as long as you do not obstruct traffic.

It allows you to remain in control of your vehicle.

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

21.

Parking

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

CVC 480.

CVC 22651.

CVC 597.7.

22.

Safe Driving Practices

When MUST your vehicle's headlights be switched on?

At all times.

Any time other vehicles are on the road.

At night.

Whenever visibility is reduced.

23.

Visual Search

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

Neither option is correct.

Always increase your speed when driving along side other vehicles.

Avoid driving directly along other vehicles on multilane streets.

24.

Lane Control

Which lane should you drive in if you are going faster?

The right most lane.

The left most lane.

The middle lane.

25.

Traffic Controls

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

The driver must proceed with caution.

The driver must stop.

The driver may proceed.

26.

Special Driving Situations

If your vehicle is stationary and is likely to remain so for more than a couple of minutes, you should apply the parking brake and switch off the engine in order to: (Select all that apply)

Reduce fuel consumption.

Get out of the vehicle to have a stretch.

Reduce noise pollution.

Reduce emissions.

27.

Traffic Controls

When coming to a stop sign, if there is no limit line or cross walk present, where must you stop your vehicle?

You must stop before entering the intersection.

Anywhere, as it doesn't matter.

You must stop after the stop sign.

28.

Lane Control

What are two sets of solid double yellow lines that are spaced 2 feet apart indicate?

The center of a road for two-way traffic.

They indicate that it is considered a barrier.

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

29.

Occupant Protection

What is the correct way to wear a shoulder harness style seatbelt?

Worn across the chest with minimal slack.

Worn across the abdomen with minimal slack.

Worn across the chest with as much slack as possible.

30.

Visual Search

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

Speed up to get by the reversing vehicle.

Keep going as you have priority.

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

Move to the right and overtake.

31.

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 fog lights if visibility is below 100m.

Use your flashing hazard lights.

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

Use dipped headlights.

32.

Safe Driving Practices

In which situation should you signal your turn?

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

When you are stopping your vehicle.

Neither option is correct.

33.

Safe Driving Practices

What should you do if you have to stop in a tunnel?

Leave at least a 5 meter gap between you and the vehicle in front.

Keep as close to the vehicle in front as possible.

Open your windows to improve ventilation.

Brake as quickly as possible to reduce time spent idle.

34.

Sharing the Road

You are traveling slowly behind a cyclist in front of you. Why should you give the cyclist plenty of space when overtaking?

The cyclist might swerve to avoid an obstacle.

The rush of wind as you pass can destabilise a cyclist.

To get a better view of the road ahead.

So that they are more likely to see you.

35.

Turns

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

Half of an American football field.

A quarter the distance of an average airport.

Neither option is correct.

36.

Special Driving Situations

This road sign has been covered in snow. What does it indicate?

Reduce speed to 30 mph.

No entry.

Yield to traffic approaching from your right.

Stop at the junction.

37.

Laws and Rules of the Road

Why is it important to respect right-of-way rules?

It is common courtesy.

It helps prevent collisions and other accidents.

You are not required to respect right-of-way rules.

38.

Lane Control

What is bicycle boulevard?

Neither option is correct.

A lane that provides greater separation from adjacent vehicle traffic.

A designated route for bicyclists on streets shared with vehicle traffic that prioritize bicycle travel.

39.

Traffic Controls

What is the correct interpretation of this sign?

You must stop at the limit line before proceeding.

You must slow down and be ready to stop.

You may not enter the road that the sign is adjacent to.

40.

Alcohol and Drugs

If you are driving a vehicle that requires a CDL, what is the minimum level of BAC before it becomes unlawful to drive?

0.0001

0.0005

0.0004

41.

Sharing the Road

You are traveling slowly behind a cyclist in front of you. Why might they suddenly swerve or move across the traffic lane?

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

To get a better view of the road ahead.

Cyclists like to show off.

To avoid an uneven road surface or an icy patch.

42.

Special Driving Situations

What should you do when you are being pulled over by law enforcement?

Move your vehicle to the right shoulder of the road.

Turn on your right turn signal to indicate to the police officer that you acknowledge them.

Both options are correct.

43.

Laws and Rules of the Road

What is the correct definition of an intersection?

An intersection is any place where one line of roadway meets another roadway.

An intersection is the part of the roadway set aside for pedestrian traffic.

Neither option is correct.

44.

Visual Search

What is the "3 second rule"?

Neither option is correct.

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

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

45.

Alcohol and Drugs

If you are under the age of 21, and you are convicted of having a BAC of 0.01% or over, which of the following is a possible consequence?

No actions will be taken against you.

You will face life imprisonment.

Your driving privilege will be revoked for one year.

46.

Laws and Rules of the Road

What is the speed limit when you are in a business district?

35 mph, unless otherwise posted.

55 mph, unless otherwise posted.

25 mph, unless otherwise posted.

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