Question 1:
When you prepare to make a left turn from a one-way road into a two-way road, you must:
A
enter the two-way road to the left of its center line.
B
approach the turn in the right lane or from the right side of a single lane.
C
approach the turn in the left lane or from the left side of a single lane.
The correct driving rule is: approach the turn in the left lane or from the left side of a single lane. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 2:
Broken white lines can be crossed over:
A
when it is safe to change lanes.
B
only when passing another car.
C
at any time.
D
only in passing zones.
The correct driving rule is: when it is safe to change lanes. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 3:
When an approaching driver at night blinds you by failing to dim their high beams, you should look:
A
straight down the middle of the road.
B
towards the left side of the road.
C
None of the other answers is correct.
D
towards the right side of the road.
The correct driving rule is: towards the right side of the road. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 4:
When preparing to drive, you should:
A
adjust your seat and mirrors.
B
shift the transmission to neutral.
C
pump the brakes.
The correct driving rule is: adjust your seat and mirrors. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 5:
Distractions that take your attention away from driving can be caused by ______ while driving.
A
changing the radio
B
eating or drinking
C
using your cell phone
D
All of the above.
All of the listed points are essential driving requirements: changing the radio; eating or drinking; using your cell phone. Practicing each ensures compliance with DMV safety laws.
Question 6:
A yellow arrow means:
A
Do not go in the direction of the arrow.
B
If you intend to turn in the direction of the arrow, be prepared to stop.
C
The same as a steady yellow light.
The correct driving rule is: If you intend to turn in the direction of the arrow, be prepared to stop. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 7:
To be able to turn quickly, your hands should be:
A
placed outside of the steering wheel on opposite sides
B
next to each other on the top of the steering wheel.
C
on the steering wheel, so they are at the 6 and 12 o'clock positions.
The correct driving rule is: placed outside of the steering wheel on opposite sides. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 8:
When changing lanes, you should not:
A
signal your intentions early.
B
check your side and rear view mirrors.
C
use the inside rearview mirror to check for blind spots
D
check to see if other drivers are moving into the same lane.
The correct driving rule is: use the inside rearview mirror to check for blind spots. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 9:
What should drivers do in case of a brake failure?
A
Shift to a lower gear.
B
Tie a white cloth on the left door handle.
C
Brake lightly.
The correct driving rule is: shift to a lower gear. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 10:
This white sign means you:
A
may turn left on a green light when it is safe to do so.
B
may turn left only on a green arrow.
C
must wait for the solid green light before you turn left.
This traffic sign indicates: may turn left on a green light when it is safe to do so. Observing and obeying all roadway signs ensures safe traffic flow and legal driving.
Question 11:
On roadways, bicyclists are considered:
A
a distraction.
B
defensive drivers.
C
vehicles.
The correct driving rule is: vehicles. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 12:
Drivers should change lanes:
A
often.
B
as quickly as possible.
C
gradually and carefully.
The correct driving rule is: gradually and carefully. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 13:
This road sign means:
A
Warning, crossroad ahead
B
All traffic must turn
C
Yield sign ahead
This traffic sign indicates: Warning, crossroad ahead. Observing and obeying all roadway signs ensures safe traffic flow and legal driving.
Question 14:
To make a proper right turn:
A
swing to the left before turning right.
B
slow down and get into the lane nearest the centerline.
C
give the proper signal and get into the lane nearest the right curb.
The correct driving rule is: give the proper signal and get into the lane nearest the right curb. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 15:
What is the first thing to do when you make a three-point turn?
A
Signal with your left turn signal, then check carefully for traffic coming toward you.
B
Signal with your right turn signal, then pull over to the right and stop.
C
Turn left, go across the road so you come to a stop while you face the edge of the road.
The correct driving rule is: signal with your right turn signal, then pull over to the right and stop. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 16:
Broken yellow lines:
A
separate lanes of traffic moving in opposite directions.
B
indicate you are in a no passing zone.
C
separate lanes of traffic moving in the same direction.
The correct driving rule is: separate lanes of traffic moving in opposite directions. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 17:
Warning signs are normally:
A
blue.
B
yellow.
C
red.
D
green.
The correct driving rule is: yellow. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 18:
There is no crosswalk and a pedestrian is crossing your lane ahead. You should:
A
stop and let the pedestrian finish crossing the street.
B
slow down as you pass the pedestrian.
C
make eye contact and then pass the pedestrian.
Drivers must always yield the right-of-way to pedestrians crossing at intersections and crosswalks: stop and let the pedestrian finish crossing the street. Stop and allow them to clear the lane safely.
Question 19:
The golden rule of driving is to:
A
treat others the way you want to be treated.
B
put on your emergency flashers when driving at night.
C
drive faster than the vehicle behind you.
The correct driving rule is: treat others the way you want to be treated. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 20:
Never make a U-turn from:
A
the lane you’re in.
B
the right lane.
C
the left part of the lane nearest to the centerline of the roadway.
According to standard right-of-way regulations: the right lane. Yielding appropriately prevents intersection collisions and maintains safe traffic flow.
Question 21:
When you back up:
A
always look through the rear window.
B
you should rely only on your rearview mirror.
C
do it as fast as possible.
The correct driving rule is: always look through the rear window. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 22:
When passing a motorcycle you must:
A
give the motorcyclist the right hand part of his traffic lane.
B
give the motorcyclist the entire traffic lane as if the motorcycle was a car.
C
sound your horn to alert the motorcyclist.
Motorcycles can stop rapidly and are easily hidden in vehicle blind spots: give the motorcyclist the entire traffic lane as if the motorcycle was a car. Always allow an increased following distance of at least 3 to 4 seconds.
Question 23:
When driving on a wet road:
A
as you drive faster, your tires may lose traction.
B
you must be aware that the pavement gets even more slippery when it's been raining for long periods of time.
C
you should follow the vehicle ahead of you more closely.
D
as you decrease your speed, the road becomes more slippery.
For safe speed and stopping control: as you drive faster, your tires may lose traction. Adjusting speed to match visibility and road traction prevents loss of steering grip.
Question 24:
Before entering a curve, you should:
A
pump your brakes several times.
B
activate your turn signal.
C
reduce your speed.
The correct driving rule is: reduce your speed. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 25:
Night driving can be more difficult because:
A
vehicle speed and distance are harder to judge.
B
there are more cars on the roads at night.
C
the speed limit is increased at night.
The correct driving rule is: vehicle speed and distance are harder to judge. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 26:
When you drive near parks and playgrounds, you should expect children:
A
not to cross unless they are with an adult.
B
to know when it is safe to cross.
C
to stop at the curb before crossing the street.
D
to suddenly run into the street.
The correct driving rule is: to suddenly run into the street. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 27:
If you've had a few beers, the effects of alcohol will be reduced only by:
A
waiting several hours.
B
taking a cold shower.
C
getting a cup of coffee.
Under state DUI and traffic safety laws: waiting several hours. Alcohol degrades judgment, slows reaction times, and distorts depth perception.
Question 28:
You are coming to an intersection and have a green light. Pedestrians are crossing against the red. You should:
A
claim your right-of-way and proceed with caution.
B
honk your horn.
C
speed up and pass in front of the pedestrians.
D
stop to let pedestrians cross safely.
Drivers must always yield the right-of-way to pedestrians crossing at intersections and crosswalks: stop to let pedestrians cross safely. Stop and allow them to clear the lane safely.
Question 29:
When you are facing a green light and there are pedestrians in the intersection:
A
you must signal your intention to cross the intersection at least 100 feet before yielding the right-of-way.
B
you must yield the right-of-way to pedestrians.
C
you have the right-of-way over pedestrians.
Drivers must always yield the right-of-way to pedestrians crossing at intersections and crosswalks: you must yield the right-of-way to pedestrians. Stop and allow them to clear the lane safely.
Question 30:
If the roadway is wet, you should:
A
increase your speed.
B
reduce your speed.
C
maintain the same speed.
The correct driving rule is: reduce your speed. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 31:
The best way to deal with tailgaters is to:
A
let them pass if it's safe to do so.
B
flash your brake lights.
C
always keep your eyes focused ahead of your car.
The correct driving rule is: let them pass if it's safe to do so. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 32:
If you are blinded by headlights on an approaching vehicle, you should:
A
avoid looking directly at the bright lights.
B
glance toward the side of the road, then look quickly ahead to determine the other vehicle’s position.
C
All of the above.
All of the listed points are essential driving requirements: avoid looking directly at the bright lights; glance toward the side of the road, then look quickly ahead to determine the other vehicle’s position. Practicing each ensures compliance with DMV safety laws.
Question 33:
A yellow arrow used to control turns from a specific traffic lane:
A
is never used as a traffic signal.
B
is warning the traffic a green arrow is about to be shown.
C
means the same as a circular yellow light for the lane of traffic indicated by the arrow.
D
means that you may go in the direction indicated by the arrow.
The correct driving rule is: means the same as a circular yellow light for the lane of traffic indicated by the arrow. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 34:
Drivers must not drive at:
A
a speed that is greater than reasonable.
B
a speed that is not prudent for the circumstances.
C
a speed that is greater than the posted speed limit.
D
All of the above.
All of the listed points are essential driving requirements: a speed that is greater than reasonable; a speed that is not prudent for the circumstances; a speed that is greater than the posted speed limit. Practicing each ensures compliance with DMV safety laws.
Question 35:
When other vehicles are approaching an uncontrolled intersection at approximately the same time, you should:
A
maintain your speed and proceed through the intersection.
B
come to a complete stop and wait until there are no vehicles at the intersection.
C
watch for vehicles coming from the right and yield the right-of-way, then proceed when safe.
D
increase your speed and get through the intersection.
At an uncontrolled intersection or 4-way stop where vehicles arrive at the same time: watch for vehicles coming from the right and yield the right-of-way, then proceed when safe. The driver on the left must always yield to the driver on the right.
Question 36:
If an aggressive driver is behind you:
A
sound your horn and move to the left lane.
B
slow down and confront the aggressive driver.
C
try to get out of the aggressive driver’s way.
D
increase you speed and flash your brake lights.
The correct driving rule is: try to get out of the aggressive driver’s way. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 37:
Drivers should not sound their horn when:
A
near blind pedestrians.
B
visibility ahead is limited.
C
they may hit another vehicle.
The correct driving rule is: near blind pedestrians. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 38:
This road sign means:
A
Divided highway ahead
B
Two-way traffic ahead
C
Four-lane traffic ahead
This traffic sign indicates: Two-way traffic ahead. Observing and obeying all roadway signs ensures safe traffic flow and legal driving.
Question 39:
If the entrance lane is too short to allow acceleration to expressway speed, you should:
A
stop and wait for a large space in traffic.
B
enter the expressway and accelerate quickly.
C
reduce your speed to 15 MPH or less and blend with traffic.
For safe speed and stopping control: stop and wait for a large space in traffic. Adjusting speed to match visibility and road traction prevents loss of steering grip.
Question 40:
If you see orange construction signs and cones on a freeway, you must:
A
be prepared for workers and equipment ahead.
B
make a U-turn because the lane ends ahead.
C
maintain your current speed while changing lanes.
Defensive driving guidelines state that: be prepared for workers and equipment ahead. Anticipating road hazards and communicating maneuvers keeps traffic predictable and safe.
Question 41:
The road is the most slippery:
A
when it first starts to rain.
B
after it rains.
C
All of the above.
For safe speed and stopping control: when it first starts to rain. Adjusting speed to match visibility and road traction prevents loss of steering grip.
Question 42:
When you make a left turn from a one-way road into a two-way road, you must:
A
enter the two-way road to the left of its center line.
B
make a U-turn into the two-way road.
C
enter the two-way road to the right of its center line.
The correct driving rule is: enter the two-way road to the right of its center line. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 43:
When you see an emergency vehicle with flashing lights, you must:
A
stop exactly where you are.
B
pull to the curb and stop.
C
speed up and take the nearest exit.
D
slow down and keep moving in your lane.
When sharing the road with other vehicles: pull to the curb and stop. Giving large vehicles and vulnerable users adequate clearance prevents dangerous accidents.
Question 44:
Your license can be suspended if you are under 21 and drive with a BAC of:
A
0.15% or more.
B
any amount.
C
0.08% or more.
Under state DUI and traffic safety laws: any amount. Alcohol degrades judgment, slows reaction times, and distorts depth perception.
Question 45:
Your vehicles braking distance will be much longer:
A
when driving at night.
B
on interstate highways.
C
on wet, icy or gravel roads.
D
All of the above.
For safe speed and stopping control: on wet, icy or gravel roads. Adjusting speed to match visibility and road traction prevents loss of steering grip.
Question 46:
When driving in foggy weather, drivers should:
A
put their lights on low beam.
B
put their lights on high beam.
C
put their emergency flashers on.
The correct driving rule is: put their lights on low beam. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 47:
A diamond-shaped sign is a:
A
school zone sign.
B
warning sign.
C
regulatory sign.
The correct driving rule is: warning sign. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 48:
Drivers who have been drinking are more likely to:
A
keep a safe following distance.
B
yield right-of-way to oncoming vehicles.
C
be less reactive.
The correct driving rule is: be less reactive. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 49:
This sign is a:
A
regulatory sign.
B
warning sign.
C
guide sign.
This traffic sign indicates: warning sign. Observing and obeying all roadway signs ensures safe traffic flow and legal driving.
Question 50:
When driving on the freeway behind large trucks, you should:
A
move to the right of the truck and pass it quickly.
B
drive closer behind the truck than for a passenger vehicle.
C
increase your following distance.
Defensive driving guidelines state that: increase your following distance. Anticipating road hazards and communicating maneuvers keeps traffic predictable and safe.