Question 1:
When driving on roads that may be slippery:
A
do not make any sudden changes in direction or speed.
B
always drive at the highest speed allowed.
C
use cruise control to maintain a steady speed.
D
reduce your following distance.
For safe speed and stopping control: do not make any sudden changes in direction or speed. Adjusting speed to match visibility and road traction prevents loss of steering grip.
Question 2:
When driving on slick roads, drivers should:
A
accelerate quickly.
B
take turns more slowly.
C
use alternate routes.
D
drive as they would on dry roads.
The correct driving rule is: take turns more slowly. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 3:
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.
Question 4:
Who is most at risk?
A
Drivers who have overslept.
B
Drivers who are driving long distances without rest breaks.
C
Experienced drivers.
The correct driving rule is: drivers who are driving long distances without rest breaks. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 5:
If your brakes are wet, you can dry them by:
A
riding the pedal lightly.
B
pull over to the right and wait until it stops raining.
C
having them checked by a mechanic.
The correct driving rule is: riding the pedal lightly. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 6:
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 7:
From top to bottom, traffic lights are:
A
green, red 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 8:
This sign warns drivers of:
A
a side road.
B
a sharp turn.
C
a cross road.
This traffic sign indicates: a sharp turn. Observing and obeying all roadway signs ensures safe traffic flow and legal driving.
Question 9:
Drivers may pass on a two-lane roadway marked with a single solid yellow line on their side of the center line.
A
False
B
True
The correct driving rule is: False. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 10:
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 11:
When driving at night, drivers should:
A
always use their high beams.
B
increase their following distance.
C
look directly into the oncoming headlights of approaching vehicles.
The correct driving rule is: increase their following distance. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 12:
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 13:
If the vehicle you are driving starts to skid, you should:
A
brake lightly.
B
turn off the ignition.
C
stay off the brakes.
The correct driving rule is: stay off the brakes. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 14:
With conventional brakes, the correct way to stop in an emergency situation where traction is lost and the car slides is by pumping the brakes.
A
True
B
False
The correct driving rule is: True. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 15:
You are stopped at a stop sign and you are going to go straight through the intersection. A car on the cross road has stopped at a stop sign on your right and is going to go straight. Who has the right-of-way?
A
Whoever enters the intersection first.
B
You.
C
The car on your right.
According to standard right-of-way regulations: The car on your right. Yielding appropriately prevents intersection collisions and maintains safe traffic flow.
Question 16:
Where there is no bicycle lane, where on the road must a bicyclist ride?
A
on the left shoulder of the road.
B
near the right curb or edge of the road.
C
near the left edge of the road.
State laws require motorists to provide a safe clearance buffer: near the right curb or edge of the road. Allow at least 3 feet of space when overtaking a bicyclist.
Question 17:
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 18:
When changing lanes, __________ to be sure no one is in the 'blind spot'.
A
check your right mirror
B
slow down gradually
C
check your left mirror
D
glance over your shoulder
Large commercial trucks have extensive blind spots on all four sides called the 'No-Zone': glance over your shoulder. If you cannot see the truck driver in their side mirrors, they cannot see you.
Question 19:
Double solid lines on the roadway mean:
A
you cannot pass.
B
you can not go across the lines except to turn left to enter or leave the highway.
C
All of the above.
All of the listed points are essential driving requirements: you cannot pass; you can not go across the lines except to turn left to enter or leave the highway. Practicing each ensures compliance with DMV safety laws.
Question 20:
This road sign means:
A
All traffic must turn right
B
Two one-way roads merge ahead
C
A side road enters ahead
D
No right turn
This traffic sign indicates: A side road enters ahead. Observing and obeying all roadway signs ensures safe traffic flow and legal driving.
Question 21:
If you drive much slower than the posted speed limit you:
A
are a defensive driver.
B
might cause a crash.
C
always have the right of way.
D
are driving safely and can avoid tailgaters.
For safe speed and stopping control: might cause a crash. Adjusting speed to match visibility and road traction prevents loss of steering grip.
Question 22:
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 23:
If you see an animal on the road:
A
be very cautious.
B
honk your horn.
C
pass the animal as fast as possible.
D
None of the above.
The correct driving rule is: be very cautious. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 24:
This road sign means:
A
Keep left
B
Divided highway begins
C
Lane ends
This traffic sign indicates: Divided highway begins. Observing and obeying all roadway signs ensures safe traffic flow and legal driving.
Question 25:
Regulatory signs:
A
are diamond shaped and yellow or green.
B
warn drivers about road hazards.
C
provide information about the road rules and traffic laws.
D
regulate the flow of traffic at school zone.
The correct driving rule is: provide information about the road rules and traffic laws. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.