ME DMV Permit Practice Test 3 (Maine)

Question 1:

Defensive driving is a driving technique in which you as a driver:

defend yourself against accidents by following close to the vehicle ahead.

defend against accidents by driving your vehicle fast enough to stay ahead of traffic congestion.

defend against poor drivers by getting ahead of them in traffic.

identify dangerous driving situations and take action to avoid an accident.

Question 2:

A steady yellow light means:

Be prepared to stop for the red light.

Drive with caution.

Be prepared to go. The light will soon be green.

Question 3:

Which of the following is a defensive driving skill/technique?

Maintain the correct speed.

Do not drive if you are very weary.

All of the above.

Question 4:

This road sign means:

All traffic must turn right

Two one-way roads merge ahead

A side road enters ahead

No right turn

Question 5:

Which of the following does NOT affect the distance that it takes to stop your vehicle?

Perception time.

Braking distance.

Reaction distance.

Steering ability.

Question 6:

If a pedestrian is illegal crossing in the middle of the street (not at a crosswalk) you:

do not have to stop for them.

should increase your speed, honk your horn and proceed.

must stop for them.

Question 7:

When you leave your vehicle unattended, you must:

lock the ignition and remove the ignition key.

set the parking brake.

turn off the engine.

All of the above.

Question 8:

The best way to deal with tailgaters is to:

slow down to encourage the tailgater to pass.

pump your brakes to get them to back off.

ignore them completely.

speed up to increase the space between you and the tailgater.

Question 9:

To avoid having to make an emergency stop while driving in traffic, drivers should:

drive in the right lane only.

look ahead and maintain a safe following distance.

sound their horn to warn other drivers.

drive slower than the flow of traffic.

Question 10:

This road sign means:

No left turn

No right turn

No U-turns

Question 11:

This road sign means:

Yield the right-of-way to oncoming vehicles

Stop if necessary

You must make a complete stop

Slow down or stop

Question 12:

This road sign means:

No left turn

No U-turn

Detour ahead

Question 13:

What should you do if one of your tires blows out?

Hold the steering wheel tight and brake immediately to avoid the risk of skidding.

Leave the road immediately.

Hold the steering wheel tight and slowly take your foot off the gas pedal.

Question 14:

Traffic signs and pavement markings must be:

followed only when a police officer is present.

followed only when other vehicles are present.

used as a guide only.

always obeyed.

Question 15:

Alcohol:

makes drivers more prone to take chances.

increases reaction time.

All of the above.

Question 16:

If you hear a thumping sound while driving, you should:

hook your shoe under the gas pedal and see if you can free it.

get off the road and check your tires.

try your emergency lights.

Question 17:

When changing lanes, you should remember that:

vehicles with two outside mirrors have no blind spots.

You only need to turn and look over your right shoulder for lane changes to the right or left.

you should look over your left shoulder for a left lane change and your right shoulder for a right lane change.

Question 18:

When an aggressive driver confronts you, you should:

Try to move away safely.

Remain calm and relaxed.

All of the above.

Question 19:

If a vehicle is approaching with high beams, drivers should look __________ until the vehicle passes.

to the right of the road

at the center of the road

to the left of the road

straight ahead

Question 20:

A diamond-shaped sign is a:

school zone sign.

warning sign.

regulatory sign.

Question 21:

What should you do if you see smoke come from under the hood?

Call the fire department and then pull off the road and park your vehicle.

Pull off the road and park your vehicle. Turn off the ignition, get away from the car and call the fire department.

Try to fight the fire yourself.

Question 22:

When an approaching driver at night blinds you by failing to dim their high beams, you should look:

straight down the middle of the road.

towards the left side of the road.

None of the other answers is correct.

towards the right side of the road.

Question 23:

When entering an expressway from the entrance ramp, you should:

go down to the bottom of the ramp and stop until it is safe to enter the expressway.

cross over to the traffic lane as soon as possible.

use the acceleration lane to blend into the traffic.

Question 24:

Emotions can affect your driving by:

decreasing your chances of an accident.

lessening your concentration on the driving task.

making you more aware of others around you.

causing you to go to sleep at the wheel.

Question 25:

Drivers must not drive at:

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.

All of the above.

Question 26:

You are coming to an intersection and have a green light. Pedestrians are crossing against the red. You should:

claim your right-of-way and proceed with caution.

honk your horn.

speed up and pass in front of the pedestrians.

stop to let pedestrians cross safely.

Question 27:

The use of alcohol and/or drugs affects:

concentration and reaction time.

alertness and judgement.

All of the above.

Question 28:

To avoid glare from headlights of an approaching car:

stay focused on the center line on the road.

don't look directly into the oncoming headlights, look toward the right edge of your lane.

flash your high beams.

Question 29:

When driving in travel lanes on the roadway:

you may make a U-turn if you get on the wrong entrance ramp of the freeway.

you may stop to let out passengers.

do not stop for any reason, keep moving until you can safely pull off the road.

you may make back up quickly if there are no vehicles behind.

Question 30:

The shape and color of a route number sign indicate the type of roadway.

False

True

Question 31:

This sign means:

U-turns are not allowed.

Parking is not allowed.

No parking on pavement.

Question 32:

When changing lanes, you can check your blind spot by:

using the outside rearview mirror.

using the inside rearview mirror.

turning your head and glancing over your shoulder.

checking the rearview and outside mirrors.

Question 33:

When driving at night, if an approaching car is using its high-beams you should:

look toward the left edge of the road.

look toward the right edge of the road.

turn your lights on and off.

Question 34:

This sign means:

Bicycles should yield to vehicles ahead.

Warning: a bikeway crosses the roadway ahead.

The lane ahead is reserved for bicycles.

Question 35:

This road sign means:

Church ahead

Intersection ahead

Do not enter

Side road

Question 36:

Which statement about drinking alcohol and driving is true?

Alcohol affects judgement and coordination, which are needed to drive safely.

After drinking, a cold shower will sober you up.

If you are under the legal BAC limit, your driving is not affected.

Question 37:

To keep the driver behind you at a safe distance you should:

keep a steady speed.

drive 5 MPH faster than the car behind.

drive 5 MPH slower than the car behind.

Question 38:

Drivers who are 21 years of age or older considered to be driving under the influence if their blood alcohol concentration (BAC) is:

.02 or more.

.04 or more.

.88 or more.

.08 or more.

Question 39:

When driving in heavy traffic, you should:

drive with the flow of traffic.

maintain a constant speed.

drive faster than the flow of traffic.

drive slower than the flow of traffic.

Question 40:

This road sign means:

Curves ahead

Divided highway ahead

Divided highway ends

Question 41:

During an emergency stop, always park on the left side of roadway, unless it is a one-way street.

False

True

Question 42:

You can pass on the right:

when a vehicle ahead makes a right turn.

when a vehicle ahead makes a left turn.

when a vehicle that is approaching from the opposite direction is prepared to turn left.

Question 43:

A curb painted red means:

No parking or stopping

Parking is for disabled persons with a special placard or plate.

Reserved for passengers pick up or drop off

Question 44:

This road sign means:

Divided highway ahead

Two-way traffic ahead

Four-lane traffic ahead

Question 45:

When the pavement is marked with a double yellow line, drivers may pass other vehicles:

None of the other answers is correct.

only if there are no oncoming vehicles.

only if the vehicle ahead is driving 10 mph or more under the speed limit.

Never.

Question 46:

A speed limit is the __________ speed at which a vehicle may legally travel on the road under ideal conditions.

maximum

minimum

suggested

None of the above.

Question 47:

If the roadway is wet, you should:

increase your speed.

reduce your speed.

maintain the same speed.

Question 48:

You are driving and you are feeling drowsy. You should:

avoid drinking coffee.

turn on the radio to keep you awake.

find a safe place to stop for a break.

Question 49:

If another car is in danger of hitting you, you should:

flash your brake lights.

sound your horn.

use your emergency lights.

flash your headlights.

Question 50:

Roads are most slippery:

just before it rains.

when it stops raining.

when it first starts to rain.

Question 51:

On a road with two or more lanes in the same direction, you approach an emergency vehicle that is stopped with its warning lights on. You must:

slow down. If possible, change lanes.

pass the emergency vehicle as quickly as possible.

drive to the right side of the road and stop.

maintain your current speed and stay in your lane.

Question 52:

To practice defensive driving you should:

always leave yourself a way out.

look well ahead of your vehicle and be aware of developing traffic situations around you.

maintain a proper following distance.

All of the above.

Question 53:

When driving in foggy weather, drivers should:

put their lights on low beam.

put their lights on high beam.

put their emergency flashers on.

Question 54:

Are drivers allowed to exceed the speed limit to pass other vehicles?

Yes, but only by 10 MPH or less.

No.

Yes, but only if they drive with caution.

Question 55:

You are approaching an intersection with a yellow flashing light. You should:

stop and wait for the light to change.

speed up to beat the red light.

prepare to stop; the light is about to turn red.

proceed with caution through the intersection.

Question 56:

When you hear the warning signal or see the warning lamps of an emergency vehicle, you must:

drive slowly until the emergency vehicle has passed.

stop as quickly as you can.

provide a clear path for the emergency vehicle and stop.

Question 57:

When on a short entrance to an interstate where there is no acceleration lane:

enter the far right traffic lane and speed up to the flow of traffic.

use the shoulder of the main road to get up to the speed of the traffic.

speed up on the entrance only after you have found a gap in traffic.

Question 58:

When you drive near parks and playgrounds, you should expect children:

not to cross unless they are with an adult.

to know when it is safe to cross.

to stop at the curb before crossing the street.

to suddenly run into the street.

Question 59:

A person walking with a white cane or guide dog is likely to be:

a deaf person.

a traffic enforcement officer.

a blind person.

Question 60:

An aggressive driver:

competes with other traffic.

weaves in and out of traffic.

shows little or no respect for traffic laws.

All of the above.

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