Question 1:
Which statement about tires is true?
A
Tires with low air pressure have better traction, particularly when driving on wet pavement.
B
High speed reduces stress and strain on tires.
C
The tires on your vehicle must have good treads and otherwise be in safe condition.
The correct driving rule is: The tires on your vehicle must have good treads and otherwise be in safe condition. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 2:
What should you do in case of a brake failure?
A
Pull off the road into an open space, if available.
B
Apply the parking brake slowly.
C
All of the above.
All of the listed points are essential driving requirements: Pull off the road into an open space, if available; Apply the parking brake slowly. Practicing each ensures compliance with DMV safety laws.
Question 3:
When is it illegal to pass another vehicle?
A
On a hill or curve.
B
At highway intersections.
C
All of the above.
All of the listed points are essential driving requirements: On a hill or curve; At highway intersections. Practicing each ensures compliance with DMV safety laws.
Question 4:
Your BAC depends on:
A
how fit you are.
B
the type of beverage you drink.
C
the amount of alcohol you drink.
Under state DUI and traffic safety laws: the amount of alcohol you drink. Alcohol degrades judgment, slows reaction times, and distorts depth perception.
Question 5:
The picture shows:
A
a railroad advance warning sign.
B
a speeding fines doubled sign.
C
a reversible road sign.
The correct driving rule is: a railroad advance warning sign. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 6:
This sign warns that:
A
traffic must merge left.
B
the bridge ahead is wide enough for only one vehicle at a time.
C
traffic must merge right.
This traffic sign indicates: traffic must merge left. Observing and obeying all roadway signs ensures safe traffic flow and legal driving.
Question 7:
Gauging the speed of a motorcycle may be difficult because:
A
motorcycles take up less of your field of vision.
B
motorcycles often slow down by downshifting.
C
many motorcyclists do not activate the brake light.
For safe speed and stopping control: motorcycles take up less of your field of vision. Adjusting speed to match visibility and road traction prevents loss of steering grip.
Question 8:
When meeting a stopped school bus traveling in the opposite direction on a multi-lane highway, drivers are not required to stop.
A
False
B
True
When a school bus displays flashing red lights and extended stop sign: True. Traffic in both directions must come to a full stop on undivided roads until children are clear.
Question 9:
When they see a yellow X signal, drivers should:
A
come to a complete stop at the marked stop line.
B
turn off the ignition.
C
prepare to leave the lane safely.
State laws require signaling your intention: prepare to leave the lane safely. Signal at least 100 feet before making a turn or changing lanes.
Question 10:
When you are parallel parking your car, it is usually best to:
A
turn your blinker on to the right, drive past the space and stop, then back in the space.
B
maneuver your vehicle so that it is not more than 18 inches from the curb.
C
All of the above.
Under standard parking and curb regulations: All of the above. Following parking distance clearances keeps roadways unobstructed and emergency lanes accessible.
Question 11:
This road sign means:
A
Winding road
B
Side road ahead
C
Slippery when wet
This traffic sign indicates: Slippery when wet. Observing and obeying all roadway signs ensures safe traffic flow and legal driving.
Question 12:
This road sign is:
A
a speed reduction sign.
B
a warning sign.
C
a regulatory sign.
This traffic sign indicates: a regulatory sign. Observing and obeying all roadway signs ensures safe traffic flow and legal driving.
Question 13:
This road sign:
A
warns drivers of a sharp turn left. Drivers should slow their speed and keep to the left.
B
provides an advance notice of a roundabout.
C
warns drivers that U-turns are not permitted.
D
is a no-right-turns sign.
This traffic sign indicates: provides an advance notice of a roundabout. Observing and obeying all roadway signs ensures safe traffic flow and legal driving.
Question 14:
After you stop for a school bus, you must:
A
turn off your engine.
B
pass the bus before the red lights stop flashing.
C
None of the above.
When a school bus displays flashing red lights and extended stop sign: None of the above. Traffic in both directions must come to a full stop on undivided roads until children are clear.
Question 15:
What is a likely effect when you take another drug while you drink alcohol?
A
The effects of the alcohol and the drug are enhanced.
B
There are no effects, unless the drug is prescription only.
C
If the drug is over-the-counter, there are no effects.
Under state DUI and traffic safety laws: The effects of the alcohol and the drug are enhanced. Alcohol degrades judgment, slows reaction times, and distorts depth perception.
Question 16:
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 17:
Pentagonal signs are used to indicate:
A
possible hazards on roadways.
B
no passing zones.
C
school crossings.
The correct driving rule is: school crossings. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 18:
It is against the law to:
A
go around lowered railroad gates at a crossing.
B
pass a school bus with flashing red lights and the stop sign arm extended.
C
pass within 100 feet of a railroad crossing.
D
All of the above.
All of the listed points are essential driving requirements: go around lowered railroad gates at a crossing; pass a school bus with flashing red lights and the stop sign arm extended; pass within 100 feet of a railroad crossing. Practicing each ensures compliance with DMV safety laws.
Question 19:
This sign means:
A
The center lane is shared for left turns.
B
Left turns in both directions of travel are not permitted.
C
Vehicles may only turn left.
This traffic sign indicates: The center lane is shared for left turns. Observing and obeying all roadway signs ensures safe traffic flow and legal driving.
Question 20:
What is the meaning of orange traffic signs?
A
Yield.
B
Warning of school, pedestrian, and bicycling activity.
C
Construction and maintenance warning.
The correct driving rule is: Construction and maintenance warning. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 21:
Which statement about yielding right-of-way is true?
A
Drivers turning right at intersections have the right-of-way over pedestrians crossing the intersection.
B
When turning left at an intersection, you may turn left before the oncoming traffic.
C
Although there are laws governing right of way, drivers should never “demand” their right-of-way.
According to standard right-of-way regulations: Although there are laws governing right of way, drivers should never “demand” their right-of-way. Yielding appropriately prevents intersection collisions and maintains safe traffic flow.
Question 22:
Who is most at risk?
A
Drivers who are fatigued.
B
Drivers who are driving on long, boring roads.
C
All of the above.
All of the listed points are essential driving requirements: Drivers who are fatigued; Drivers who are driving on long, boring roads. Practicing each ensures compliance with DMV safety laws.
Question 23:
If a tire suddenly blows out while you are driving, you should:
A
apply the brakes firmly.
B
slow down gradually and brake lightly.
C
pump the brakes rapidly.
The correct driving rule is: slow down gradually and brake lightly. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 24:
What happens if two vehicles reach at the same time an intersection with four-way stop signs?
A
The driver on the right yields to the driver on the left.
B
The driver on the left yields to the driver on the right.
C
The first vehicle to reach the intersection must yield.
At an uncontrolled intersection or 4-way stop where vehicles arrive at the same time: The driver on the left yields to the driver on the right. The driver on the left must always yield to the driver on the right.
Question 25:
To reduce their chances of colliding with an animal, drivers should:
A
scan the sides of the road to watch for the reflection of vehicle headlights in the eyes of animals.
B
look well down the road and far off to each side.
C
All of the above.
All of the listed points are essential driving requirements: scan the sides of the road to watch for the reflection of vehicle headlights in the eyes of animals; look well down the road and far off to each side. Practicing each ensures compliance with DMV safety laws.
Question 26:
When you pass another vehicle, before you return to the right lane, you must:
A
look at your interior rear-view mirror.
B
signal.
C
All of the above.
All of the listed points are essential driving requirements: look at your interior rear-view mirror; signal. Practicing each ensures compliance with DMV safety laws.
Question 27:
ABS is the acronym for Anti-Locking Brake System.
A
False
B
True
The correct driving rule is: True. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 28:
For protection, motorcyclists are required to:
A
keep their headlights and taillights on at all times.
B
signal turns, lane changes and stops.
C
wear approved helmets.
The correct driving rule is: wear approved helmets. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 29:
If you are continually being passed on the right, you should:
A
move into the right lane and allow other vehicles to pass you on the left.
B
move into the left lane and allow other vehicles to pass you on the right.
C
increase your speed immediately.
The correct driving rule is: move into the right lane and allow other vehicles to pass you on the left. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 30:
_________________ your mirrors when you prepare to change lanes.
A
Never depend on
B
Never use
C
Always rely on
The correct driving rule is: Never depend on. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 31:
When taking medication while driving, you should:
A
Understand the effects of the medication and adjust your driving accordingly.
B
Get a cup of coffee.
C
Make several rest stops along the way.
Under state DUI and traffic safety laws: Understand the effects of the medication and adjust your driving accordingly. Alcohol degrades judgment, slows reaction times, and distorts depth perception.
Question 32:
You are entering a roadway from a private road, and you need to turn left. You have to yield to:
A
vehicles from the right.
B
vehicles from the left.
C
vehicles from both directions.
According to standard right-of-way regulations: vehicles from both directions. Yielding appropriately prevents intersection collisions and maintains safe traffic flow.
Question 33:
A vehicle is stopped at a crosswalk to permit a pedestrian to cross the roadway. The driver of the vehicle approaching from the rear should:
A
sound the horn.
B
overtake and pass the stopped vehicle.
C
not overtake and pass the stopped vehicle.
Drivers must always yield the right-of-way to pedestrians crossing at intersections and crosswalks: not overtake and pass the stopped vehicle. Stop and allow them to clear the lane safely.
Question 34:
Warning signs normally are:
A
rectangles.
B
triangles.
C
diamond-shaped.
The correct driving rule is: diamond-shaped. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 35:
The shape of a route sign tells you:
A
the type of route you are on.
B
the speed limit on that route.
C
that the route you are on might be dangerous.
This traffic sign indicates: the type of route you are on. Observing and obeying all roadway signs ensures safe traffic flow and legal driving.
Question 36:
Visibility distance is reduced by fog and heavy precipitation. When visibility is low, drivers should use:
A
High beam headlights.
B
Parking lights.
C
Low beam headlights.
Always use low-beam headlights in fog, heavy rain, or snow. High beams reflect off moisture droplets and bounce glare back into your eyes.
Question 37:
You come to a railroad crossing where the crossing gates are down and the lights are flashing. What should you do?
A
Come to a complete stop well behind the gates, wait for the tracks to clear and for the gates to raise, then proceed.
B
Slow down, and drive around the gates if clear.
C
Drive through the crossing gates, if you don't see a train.
The correct driving rule is: come to a complete stop well behind the gates, wait for the tracks to clear and for the gates to raise, then proceed. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 38:
When driving on a two-lane road, drivers must stop when approaching a stopped school bus unloading children.
A
False
B
True
When a school bus displays flashing red lights and extended stop sign: True. Traffic in both directions must come to a full stop on undivided roads until children are clear.
Question 39:
This sign warns drivers of:
A
low clearance.
B
a narrow bridge ahead.
C
a low place in the road.
This traffic sign indicates: a narrow bridge ahead. Observing and obeying all roadway signs ensures safe traffic flow and legal driving.
Question 40:
More than one vehicle is approaching a four-way stop sign. Who has the right of way?
A
The first driver to reach the intersection and stop.
B
The driver on the left.
C
The last driver to reach the intersection.
At an uncontrolled intersection or 4-way stop where vehicles arrive at the same time: The first driver to reach the intersection and stop. The driver on the left must always yield to the driver on the right.
Question 41:
You hear a siren close by but can not see where the emergency vehicle is. What do you do?
A
Keep driving until you are sure the emergency vehicle is headed toward you.
B
Stop immediately and activate your emergency flashers.
C
Pull over to the right side of the road and stop until you are sure the emergency vehicle is not headed toward you.
When sharing the road with other vehicles: pull over to the right side of the road and stop until you are sure the emergency vehicle is not headed toward you. Giving large vehicles and vulnerable users adequate clearance prevents dangerous accidents.
Question 42:
The driver is about to:
A
turn right.
B
turn left.
C
stop.
The correct driving rule is: turn left. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 43:
When they see a crossbuck sign, drivers:
A
must slow down and wait for the red lights to flash.
B
must always come to a complete stop.
C
are legally required to yield the right of way to trains.
The correct driving rule is: are legally required to yield the right of way to trains. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 44:
When approaching a railroad crossing that has no warning signals (such as electric flashing lights or gates) a driver should look, listen and slow down.
A
False
B
True
The correct driving rule is: True. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 45:
Where must you position your vehicle when you prepare to make a left turn from a two-way roadway into a one-way roadway?
A
As far to the right as possible.
B
On the right curb.
C
As close as possible to the center line.
The correct driving rule is: As close as possible to the center line. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 46:
When the road is slippery, you should:
A
brake suddenly carefully.
B
pump your brakes.
C
press your brakes in slow, steady strokes.
For safe speed and stopping control: press your brakes in slow, steady strokes. Adjusting speed to match visibility and road traction prevents loss of steering grip.
Question 47:
Regulatory signs are:
A
Suggestions
B
Warnings
C
Law
The correct driving rule is: Law. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 48:
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 49:
Any use of a cell phone while operating a motor vehicle is considered a distraction because:
A
it occupies the driver's mind, hands and eyes.
B
it draws the attention of other drivers.
C
it causes the driver to be concerned about the latest news.
The correct driving rule is: it occupies the driver's mind, hands and eyes. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 50:
Your car stalls on the tracks at a railroad crossing, and a collision with a train is imminent. After getting yourself and your passengers out of the car, you should:
A
run toward the train but stay off the tracks.
B
signal the train to stop.
C
cross the tracks.
The correct driving rule is: run toward the train but stay off the tracks. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.