Question 1:
A traffic sign with a red circle around and a slash over a symbol means:
A
the maneuver shown by the symbol is not allowed.
B
Do not drive faster than the posted speed limit.
C
the maneuver shown on the sign should be executed with extreme caution.
This traffic sign indicates: the maneuver shown by the symbol is not allowed. Observing and obeying all roadway signs ensures safe traffic flow and legal driving.
Question 2:
Traffic lights are normally ____________ from the top to bottom or left to right.
A
red, green and yellow
B
green, yellow and red
C
red, yellow and green
The correct driving rule is: red, yellow and green. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 3:
If your car goes into water, you should:
A
wait for water to rush in and let it out in small breaths through your nose.
B
call the fire department immediately.
C
remove yourself before it starts to sink.
The correct driving rule is: remove yourself before it starts to sink. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 4:
This sign means:
A
U-turns are not allowed.
B
Parking is not allowed.
C
No parking on pavement.
This traffic sign indicates: Parking is not allowed. Observing and obeying all roadway signs ensures safe traffic flow and legal driving.
Question 5:
You are approaching an intersection when the signal turns yellow. You should:
A
speed up to get through the intersection before the red light comes on.
B
stop then enter the intersection when safe to do so.
C
slow down and proceed with caution through the intersection.
According to standard right-of-way regulations: stop then enter the intersection when safe to do so. Yielding appropriately prevents intersection collisions and maintains safe traffic flow.
Question 6:
This sign indicates:
A
that you must not drive past this sign.
B
that you must yield the right-of-way.
C
the entrance to a construction site.
D
the entrance to a dead-end street.
This traffic sign indicates: that you must not drive past this sign. Observing and obeying all roadway signs ensures safe traffic flow and legal driving.
Question 7:
If a vehicle using high beams comes toward you, look towards __________ of the road.
A
either side
B
the center
C
the right side
D
the left side
The correct driving rule is: the right side. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 8:
This sign means:
A
You must yield the right-of-way ahead
B
Traffic signals ahead
C
You must stop ahead
D
Speeding is not allowed
This traffic sign indicates: traffic signals ahead. Observing and obeying all roadway signs ensures safe traffic flow and legal driving.
Question 9:
It's 10 AM. This sign tells you that:
A
you are allowed to park until 5:30 PM.
B
you must display a special permit in order to park here.
C
you are not allowed to park here.
This traffic sign indicates: you are not allowed to park here. Observing and obeying all roadway signs ensures safe traffic flow and legal driving.
Question 10:
This road sign means:
A
Winding road ahead
B
Pedestrian crossing
C
Low ground railroad crossing
D
No-passing zone
Circular signs with an 'X' and 'RR' designate a Railroad Advance Warning: Low ground railroad crossing. Drivers must slow down, look both ways, listen for trains, and be prepared to stop.
Question 11:
When you approach a scene where there are emergency vehicles with lights flashing, and the road has two lanes carrying traffic in the same direction:
A
maintain control of your vehicle. If possible move to another lane of the road that is not close to the scene.
B
pull to the side of the road and come to a complete stop.
C
maintain your current speed and stay in the right lane.
D
maintain your current speed and quickly move to a lane away from the emergency vehicle.
The correct driving rule is: maintain control of your vehicle. If possible move to another lane of the road that is not close to the scene. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 12:
If you stop at a railroad crossing with more than one track:
A
proceed with caution until you see a train.
B
go through when one of the tracks is free.
C
go through as soon as the first train passes.
D
wait until you have a clear view of both tracks.
The correct driving rule is: wait until you have a clear view of both tracks. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 13:
Which of the following is correct?
A
Unless otherwise posted, drivers may turn right after stopping at a steady red light and yielding to cross traffic.
B
When there are two lanes to turn into, drivers turning left may turn into either lane as long as no cars are in their way.
C
Drivers may make a U-turn anywhere unless a No-U-turn sign is posted.
D
All of the above.
The correct driving rule is: Unless otherwise posted, drivers may turn right after stopping at a steady red light and yielding to cross traffic. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 14:
Yellow traffic signs:
A
guide drivers.
B
when combined with an octagonal shape, tell drivers they must come to a complete stop at the marked stop line.
C
warn drivers.
The correct driving rule is: warn drivers. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 15:
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 16:
When driving on major highways you should:
A
be ready to react to road hazards.
B
stay alert.
C
keep your eyes moving.
D
All of the above.
All of the listed points are essential driving requirements: be ready to react to road hazards; stay alert; keep your eyes moving. Practicing each ensures compliance with DMV safety laws.
Question 17:
If a bus has signaled and is pulling back onto the roadway, you must:
A
yield.
B
honk to let them know you’re there.
C
move to the left lane.
D
speed up to pass.
The correct driving rule is: yield. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 18:
BAC is:
A
the acronym for Beer ACcumulation.
B
the number of ounces of alcohol in your blood.
C
the percentage of alcohol in your blood.
Under state DUI and traffic safety laws: the percentage of alcohol in your blood. Alcohol degrades judgment, slows reaction times, and distorts depth perception.
Question 19:
This road sign means:
A
Winding road ahead
B
Warning, slippery when wet
C
Railroad Warning
D
Stop Sign Ahead
This traffic sign indicates: Warning, slippery when wet. Observing and obeying all roadway signs ensures safe traffic flow and legal driving.
Question 20:
Doing all you can to prevent crashes is called:
A
Anti-Collision Driving
B
Crash-Prevention Driving
C
Defensive Driving
D
ABS Driving
The correct driving rule is: Defensive Driving. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 21:
You are driving in the left lane and want to change to the right lane. Before changing lanes, you should check your mirrors, signal and:
A
look over your left shoulder.
B
look over both shoulders for vehicles in front of you.
C
accelerate slightly before looking around your vehicle.
D
look over your right shoulder.
State laws require signaling your intention: look over your right shoulder. Signal at least 100 feet before making a turn or changing lanes.
Question 22:
When driving near light rail vehicles, drivers should:
A
never drive around lowered crossing gates.
B
expect trains on any track at any time.
C
always obey signs and traffic signals.
D
All of the above.
All of the listed points are essential driving requirements: never drive around lowered crossing gates; expect trains on any track at any time; always obey signs and traffic signals. Practicing each ensures compliance with DMV safety laws.
Question 23:
When other drivers around you are acting in anger, you should:
A
slow down or move over safely.
B
distance yourself from the situation.
C
avoid making eye contact.
D
All of the above.
All of the listed points are essential driving requirements: slow down or move over safely; distance yourself from the situation; avoid making eye contact. Practicing each ensures compliance with DMV safety laws.
Question 24:
Directions given by traffic officers ___________ signs, signals or pavement markings.
A
take precedence over
B
are less important than
C
must obey
The correct driving rule is: take precedence over. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 25:
Blind spots around a large vehicle are _________________ than the blind spots around a car.
A
larger and deeper
B
less dangerous
C
narrower and shorter
The correct driving rule is: larger and deeper. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 26:
Destination signs are ______ with ____ letters and symbols.
A
green; white
B
blue; white
C
white; black
The correct driving rule is: green; white. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 27:
When making a left turn:
A
proceed quickly and get right-of-way.
B
yield to oncoming traffic only when other vehicles are within 30 feet of your current location.
C
yield to oncoming traffic unless otherwise directed by a traffic signal.
D
you have the right-of-way if the traffic signal is solid green.
The correct driving rule is: yield to oncoming traffic unless otherwise directed by a traffic signal. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 28:
This road sign means:
A
Do not pass trucks
B
Truck must back up
C
Steep downgrade ahead
This traffic sign indicates: Steep downgrade ahead. Observing and obeying all roadway signs ensures safe traffic flow and legal driving.
Question 29:
When parking uphill on a road with a curb, turn the front wheels:
A
towards the curb.
B
parallel to the curb.
C
straight ahead.
D
away from the curb.
When parking uphill with a curb: away from the curb. Turn wheels away from the curb (left) so the back of the front tire catches the curb if brakes slip.
Question 30:
This sign warns drivers that:
A
the road will make a sharp turn to the right.
B
right turns are not allowed.
C
another road enters the highway from the direction shown.
This traffic sign indicates: the road will make a sharp turn to the right. Observing and obeying all roadway signs ensures safe traffic flow and legal driving.
Question 31:
You should make a reasonable effort to notify the owner of another vehicle:
A
if they are parking within 15 feet of a fire hydrant.
B
if you hit their vehicle while it is unattended.
C
when they talking on their cell phone while driving.
D
All of the above.
The correct driving rule is: if you hit their vehicle while it is unattended. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 32:
Your blind spot is the area of the road:
A
you see in your rearview mirror.
B
directly behind your vehicle.
C
you cannot see without moving your head.
D
you see in your side mirror.
Large commercial trucks have extensive blind spots on all four sides called the 'No-Zone': you cannot see without moving your head. If you cannot see the truck driver in their side mirrors, they cannot see you.
Question 33:
Drivers may pass another vehicle if the line dividing two lanes is a ________ line.
A
broken white
B
double solid yellow
C
solid yellow
D
solid white
The correct driving rule is: broken white. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 34:
Before backing up, you should:
A
get off the car to see if it is clear to proceed.
B
rely on your mirrors to see if it is clear to proceed.
C
turn your head and look through the rear window.
D
flash your headlights.
The correct driving rule is: turn your head and look through the rear window. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 35:
This sign means:
A
The highway ahead is divided into two one-way roadways.
B
Roundabout ahead. Slow down.
C
The divided highway on which drivers are traveling ends ahead.
This traffic sign indicates: The highway ahead is divided into two one-way roadways. Observing and obeying all roadway signs ensures safe traffic flow and legal driving.
Question 36:
A four-way stop sign means:
A
traffic from all four directions must stop.
B
if two vehicles reach the intersection at the same time, the driver on the left yields to the driver on the right.
C
All of the above.
This sign alerts drivers to several mandatory requirements: traffic from all four directions must stop, if two vehicles reach the intersection at the same time, the driver on the left yields to the driver on the right. Obeying all posted traffic control instructions is required by law.
Question 37:
To safely cross a railroad, drivers should:
A
listen and look both ways, then proceed if it is safe to do so.
B
drive across quickly if a train is approaching, or if it is too close, stop and then back up.
C
stop within 10 feet of all railroad crossings.
D
look both ways only if the red light is flashing.
The correct driving rule is: listen and look both ways, then proceed if it is safe to do so. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 38:
What should you do if your brakes fail?
A
Hook your shoe under the pedal and see if you can free it.
B
Turn on your cruise control.
C
Try pumping the brake pedal to increase pressure.
The correct driving rule is: Try pumping the brake pedal to increase pressure. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 39:
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 40:
If a traffic officer signals you to drive through a red light:
A
you must do it.
B
you must wait for the red light to turn green.
C
you must not obey the officer. Signs and signals take precedence over directions given by traffic officers.
According to standard right-of-way regulations: you must do it. Yielding appropriately prevents intersection collisions and maintains safe traffic flow.