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Question 1 |
To pass a slower-moving vehicle on a two-lane road you must:
Not Cross The Center Line
Use That Lane That Belongs To Oncoming Traffic
Flash Your Lights To Oncoming Traffic
Question 2 |
If you have a conditional driver license, there is (are):
Age limits imposed on your driver license
A special time limit to renew your license
Special restrictions you must follow when driving
Question 3 |
This lane in the middle of a two-way street is used to:
Pass other vehicles when there is no oncoming traffic
Begin or end left turns, or start a permitted U-turn
Make right turns when there is no oncoming traffic
Question 4 |
If another driver cuts you off in traffic, you should:
Pull next to the driver and yell at him or her
Get back at the other driver by cutting him or her off
Ignore the other driver
Question 5 |
At night, it is hardest to see:
Pedestrians
Street lights
Road signs
Question 6 |
The maximum speed limit for ideal driving condition is:
The posted speed for the road or freeway you are using
The speed of other vehicles traveling in your direction
Whatever speed you feel is safe for you and your vehicle
Question 7 |
Which of the following will help you avoid being hit from behind?
Using your emergency flashers at least 200 feet before turning
Keeping your parking lights on at all times
Signaling at least 100 feet before turning
Question 8 |
A green painted curb means:
Passenger loading or unloading area
Parking for emergency vehicles only
Stopping or parking for a limited time only
Question 8 Explanation:
Green curb areas are limited time parking zones where the length of time that a vehicle can remain parked in a particular space is limited to a specified duration.
Question 9 |
You can drive in a carpool lane if you:
Are driving an empty 15 passenger van
Have the minimum number of passengers shown on the sign
Want to pass the vehicle ahead
Question 9 Explanation:
"High Occupancy Vehicle" lane, or car-pool lane is to move more people rather than more cars. Each vehicle that travels on a car pool lane must carry the minimum number of people posted at the entrance signs. Usually that means at least two people, or in some cases three people. Each child counts as an occupant, but pets, infants still in the womb, inflatable dolls or ghosts do not :-). Violators are subject to fine.
Question 10 |
This sign means:The right lane will end ahead
Incorrect The Correct Answer is: Led Zeppelin Lyric
This sign means:
The highway will be divided ahead
Incorrect The Correct Answer is: Led Zeppelin Lyric
This sign means:
Less space between lanes ahead
Question 10 Explanation:
The right lane ends soon. Drivers in the right lane must merge left when space opens up. Drivers in the left lane should allow other vehicles to merge smoothly.
Question 11 |
After an emergency vehicle passes you with its siren on, you must:
Drive Closely To The Police Car
Avoid Driving Closer Than 500 Feet Behind The Emergency Vehicle
Drive As Fast As The Police Car
Question 12 |
When parking next to a curb, you should use your turn signals:
When pulling next to or away from the curb
When pulling next to, but not away from, the curb
Only when pulling away from the curb
Question 13 |
It is your responsibility to know:
How your medications affect your driving
When your doctor prescribes the wrong medication
How your medications affect your brain chemistry
Question 14 |
Which of these statements is true about drinking alcohol and driving?
Drinking coffee just before driving helps get rid of alcohol
Alcohol affects judgment and self control, needed for driving safely
If you are under the legal blood alcohol concentration limit, your driving isn't impaired
Question 14 Explanation:
Alcohol affects more and more of the brain as BAC builds up. The first part of the brain affected controls judgment and self-control. One of the bad things about this is it can keep drinkers from knowing they are getting drunk. And, of course, good judgment and self-control are absolutely necessary for safe driving.
Question 15 |
There is a railroad crossing ahead. You see a mechanical signal warning of an approaching train. You must:
Stop, then proceed when safe
Slow down before crossing
Stop only if you see a train coming
Question 16 |
The "implied consent law" means you have given your consent:
For a field sobriety test
To inspection of your vehicle for alcohol
To be tested for alcohol in your blood
Question 16 Explanation:
If you have a driver's license in one of these states, you have, by implication, consented to have your blood alcohol concentration (BAC) measured as and when requested by law enforcement personnels..
Question 17 |
When passing a bicyclist, you should:
Blast your horn to alert the bicyclist
Move as far left as possible
Remain in the center of the lane
Question 18 |
You reach an intersection with stop signs on all four corners at the same time as the driver on your left. Who has the right-of-way?
You have the right-of-way
The driver on your left has the right-of-way
Whoever is signaling to make a turn has the right-of-way
Question 19 |
The only time you do not have to stop for a school bus whose red lights are
flashing and stop arm is extended is when you:
Are driving on the opposite side of a divided highway
Are behind the bus
Can safely pass on the left
Question 20 |
If you need to slow down or stop when other drivers may not expect it,
you should:
Use your emergency brake
Look over your shoulder for traffic in your blind spot
Quickly tap your brake pedal a few times
Question 21 |
To avoid last minute moves, you should be looking down the road to where your vehicle will be in about _______
10 to 15 seconds
15 to 20 seconds
5 to 10 seconds
Question 22 |
Before backing up, you should:
Rely on your mirrors to see if it is clear to proceed
Turn your head and look through the rear window
Open your door to see if it is clear to proceed
Question 23 |
What is the benefit of a space cushion around your vehicle?
If another driver makes a mistake, you have time to react
You don't have to worry about the driver next to you
There is none, other drivers just crowd in front of you
Question 24 |
A car suddenly cuts in front of you, creating a hazard. Which of these actions should you take first?
Take your foot off the gas
Honk and step on the brake firmly
Swerve into the lane next to you
Question 24 Explanation:
If a car cuts in front of you, you should first take off your foot from gas pedal and then apply the brake as necessary.
Question 25 |
The effect that lack of sleep has on your safe driving ability is the same as:
The effect that amphetamines have
The effect that alcohol has
The effect that driving with teenagers has
Question 26 |
Large trucks are most likely to lose speed and cause a hazard:
Going up long or steep hills
Going down long gradual hills
On long, gradual curves
Question 27 |
A school bus ahead of you in your lane is stopped with red lights flashing. You should:
Stop, then proceed when you think all of the children have exited the bus.
Slow to 25 mph and pass cautiously.
Stop as long as the red lights are flashing.
Question 28 |
Why should you scan 10 to 15 seconds ahead of you?
Its a legal requirement
To avoid using your side mirror
to avoid last minute moves
Question 28 Explanation:
To avoid last minute moves, look down the road 10–15 seconds ahead of your vehicle so you can see hazards early. Constantly staring at the road just in front of your vehicle is dangerous. As you scan ahead, be alert for vehicles around you.
Question 29 |
Which of these statements is true about driving and taking drugs?
Drugs and alcohol can be used at the same time
Most drugs taken for headaches or colds can make a person drowsy
Prescription drugs are safe to take at any time
Question 30 |
Which of these statements is true about safety zones?
The road is probably being repaired by slow moving vehicles
It is a space set aside for pedestrians and marked by raised buttons or road markings
If a street car is stopped at a safety zone controlled by a traffic signal, you can pass at 25 m.p.h.
Question 31 |
Which of the following is true about use of your turn signals?
If you signal for a lane change, other drivers must let you in
You should never use both electric and hand signals
It is a good habit to always signal for lane changes
Question 32 |
When driving on slick roads, you should:
Brake Hard
Change Lanes Quickly
Take Turns More Slowly
Question 33 |
You are coming to an intersection and notice the traffic signal is not working. What should you do?
Stop only if other vehicles are present
Stop, then continue driving when it is safe
Slow down and stop if necessary
Question 33 Explanation:
Consider as if the stop light is ON. You should make a complete stop and then proceed with caution after you check traffic from all sides and find it safe to continue driving through the intersection.
Question 34 |
A white painted curb means:
Loading zone for freight only.
Loading zone for freight or passengers.
Loading zone for passengers or mail only.
Question 35 |
Your blind spot is the area of the road:
Directly behind your vehicle
You see in your rearview mirror
You cannot see without moving your head
Question 36 |
Safely backing your vehicle includes all of the following except:
Tapping your horn before you back up
Looking over your right shoulder as you back up
Checking behind your vehicle before you get in
Question 36 Explanation:
You should check before you get inside the vehicle to get better judgement of the space requires to back off the vehicle. You should also glance over your shoulder when you back the vehicle. However, you should not honk while you backup.
Question 37 |
When you look ahead while driving, it is best to:
Look only at the back of the car ahead of you
Focus on the right side of your lane
Look beyond the car ahead of you
Question 38 |
If you approach a curve on the top of a hill and you do not have a clear view of the road ahead, you should:
Slow down so you can stop if necessary
Use your high beam lights to be more visible
Pull over and wait for conditions to improve
Question 39 |
Crashes in work zones are most commonly the result of:
Loss Of Steering Control After Driving Over Wet Paint
Hydroplaning Because Of Water Sprayed On The Roadway
Carelessness And Speeding
Question 40 |
Even if you know your vehicle can maneuver a sharp curve at the legal speed limit, you should still slow down because:
The strong inward pul on your vehicle can be dangerous
There may be a stalled car or accident ahead that you can't see
You must legally drive below the speed limit on sharp curves
Question 41 |
If another car is in danger of hitting you, you should:
Use your emergency lights
Wave your arms
Sound your horn
Question 42 |
Parking is NEVER permitted:
On a hill
In a crosshatched pattern space next to a disabled parking space
Twenty feet from a railroad track
Question 43 |
If an oncoming driver is heading toward you in your lane, you should:
Steer Right, Blow Your Horn, And Accelerate
Stay In The Center Of Your Lane, Blow Your Horn, And Brake
Steer Right, Blow Your Horn, And Brake
Question 44 |
Compared to driving during the day, driving at night is:
More Dangerous
Easier On Your Eyes
No More Of Less Dangerous
Question 45 |
This sign means:Don't pass unless you do not see oncoming vehicles
Incorrect The Correct Answer is: Led Zeppelin Lyric
This sign means:
Don't pass other vehicles for any reason
Don't pass unless it seems safe to do so
Incorrect The Correct Answer is: Led Zeppelin Lyric
This sign means:
Question 45 Explanation:
This sign means you should keep safe distance between your vehicle and others on the road.
Question 46 |
Merging onto a road is safest if you:
Drive on the shoulder of the road until there is an opening
Wait for a large enough gap in traffic to enter the road
Slowly move into the nearest lane so other drivers will make room for you
Question 47 |
This sign means:You have the right-of-way
Incorrect The Correct Answer is: Led Zeppelin Lyric
This sign means:
Side road ahead
Incorrect The Correct Answer is: Led Zeppelin Lyric
This sign means:
Another lane is merging with your lane
Question 47 Explanation:
Two lanes of traffic moving in the same direction are about to become one. Drivers in both lanes are responsible for merging safely.
Question 48 |
When you see an emergency vehicle with flashing lights, you must:
Stop Exactly Where You Are
Pull To The Curb And Stop
Slow Down And Keep Moving In Your Lane
Question 49 |
Which of these is a legal U-turn?
On a highway where there is a paved opening for a turn
Over two sets of double, yellow lines in the roadway
150 feet away from a hill or curve
Question 50 |
You are driving 55 mph in the far left (fast) lane of a freeway posted for 65 mph. You could be cited for driving too slowly:
If the road or weather conditions warrant driving this slowly
Under no circumstances because it is always safer to drive slower than other traffic
If you block the normal and reasonable flow of traffic
Question 50 Explanation:
If you're poking along, you had better be in the right-hand or slow lane unless you're preparing to turn left. The elements of the violation are: 1) You drove at a speed "less than the normal speed of traffic," and 2) You didn't drive "as close as practicable to the right-hand edge or curb."
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