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Question 1 |
You should signal for a turn during the last _____ feet before the turn.
100
50
75
Question 2 |
This lane in the middle of a two-way street is used to:
Pass other vehicles when there is no oncoming traffic
Make right turns when there is no oncoming traffic
Begin or end left turns, or start a permitted U-turn
Question 3 |
Following distance should increase when you:
Follow a small passenger car
Are crowded by a tailgator
Drive slower than the posted speed limit
Question 4 |
You may turn right on a solid red light:
Only after slowing down and checking traffic
Only after stopping, unless otherwise posted
Under no circumstances
Question 5 |
You need to use extra caution when driving near a pedestrian using a white
cane because:
He or she is deaf
He or she has a mental disability
He or she is blind
Question 6 |
On two-lane, two-way streets or highways, you should start left turns:
Close To The Center Line
Close To The Outside Line
In The Center Of The Lane
Question 7 |
Hydroplaning can be helped by driving:
Through Shallow Water
Slower
Through Deep Water
Question 8 Incorrect The Correct Answer is: Led Zeppelin Lyric
Correct Led Zeppelin Lyric
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This sign means:Drive to the right
Change lanes to the right
Slower traffic should move to the right
Question 8 Explanation:
This sign means slower traffic should drive in the right lane and faster traffic should take the inside left lane.
Question 9 |
Accidents tend to happen when:
All vehicles are traveling near or at the same speed
One lane of traffic is traveling faster than the others
One vehicle is traveling faster or slower than the flow of traffic
Question 10 |
Distracted drivers are at a greater risk of a crash when they are using
which of the following:
Cd Player
Cell Phone
All Of The Above
Question 11 |
__________ limit(s) your concentration, perception, judgment, and memory.
Only a blood alcohol level greater than the legal limit
Even the smallest amount of alcohol
Only a blood alcohol level greater than .05
Question 12 |
When turning left at an intersection, you should:
Always come to a complete stop before turning
Check cross traffic from both directions before turning
Pull part way into the intersection and edge into cross traffic slowly
Question 12 Explanation:
You should look left and right to check that the way is clear before making a turn at intersection. This way, you can be sure about ncoming traffic in all directions.
Question 13 |
A red arrow pointing to the right on a traffic light means you may:
Turn in that direction after slowing and checking traffic
Not turn in that direction until the light turns green
Turn in that direction after you come to a complete stop
Question 13 Explanation:
A red arrow means "STOP". Remain stopped until the green signal or green arrow appears. Do not turn against a red arrow.
Question 14 |
When can you cross a solid double yellow line to pass another vehicle?
When you know there are no cars coming towards you
When a slow moving vehicle refuses to use a turn-out lane
Under no circumstances
Question 14 Explanation:
You should consider solid double yellow lines as a wall, you can not cross them under any circumstances. You will be subjected to severe fine if you get caught crossing double yellow line.
Question 15 |
You are entering a freeway. You should check traffic by using:
Only your rear view mirror
the inside and outside mirrors only
All mirrors and turning your head
Question 16 |
Crashes in work zones are most commonly the result of:
Hydroplaning Because Of Water Sprayed On The Roadway
Loss Of Steering Control After Driving Over Wet Paint
Carelessness And Speeding
Question 17 |
You must use your seat belt:
Unless you are riding in the back of a pickup/camper
Unless you are driving in a private parking lot
Whenever you are driving or riding in a motor vehicle
Question 17 Explanation:
"Click it or ticket!". It's a law to wear seat belts, no exception.
Question 18 |
You must look for bicycle riders in the same lanes used by motor vehicles because they:
Must ride facing oncoming traffic
Usually have the right-of-way
Are entitled to share the road with you
Question 18 Explanation:
Bicycle riders on public roads have the same rights and responsibilities as motorists, and are subject to the same rules and regulations. Motorists must look carefully for bicyclists before turning left or right, merging into bicycle lanes, and opening doors next to moving traffic. Respect the right-of-way of bicyclists because they are entitled to share the road with you.
Question 19 |
You are driving 55 mph on a two lane highway, one lane in each direction, and want to pass the car ahead of you. To pass safely, you need to:
Wait until solid double, yellow lines separate the lanes
Increase your speed to 65 mph
Have a large enough gap in the oncoming traffic
Question 20 |
You are driving on a highway. Your tire suddenly goes flat and you need to pull over and get help. Where should you pull over?
In the right-hand lane
Wherever your car will be visible for 200 feet from the front
Off the pavement
Question 21 |
Even if you know your vehicle can maneuver a sharp curve at the legal speed limit, you should still slow down because:
You must legally drive below the speed limit on sharp curves
The strong inward pul on your vehicle can be dangerous
There may be a stalled car or accident ahead that you can't see
Question 22 |
A white painted curb means:
Loading zone for freight or passengers.
Loading zone for passengers or mail only.
Loading zone for freight only.
Question 23 |
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 24 |
When passing on a multi-lane highway:
Be Sure The Passing Lane Is Clear
Pass Only On The Right
There Is No Need To Signal
Question 25 |
You exit a freeway and see that the off ramp curves downhill. You should:
Slow to a safe speed before the curve
Slow to the posted speed limit for the freeway
Wait until you have entered the curve to begin braking
Question 25 Explanation:
As you approach a curve, you should slow down, downshift if you are driving a manual transmission, and smoothly steer around the curve. Once you have returned to safe road, accelerate again to the appropriate speed.
Question 26 |
You may legally park your car in front of a driveway:
If the driveway is in front of your house
As long as it is not parked for longer than 15 minutes
Under no circumstances
Question 27 |
Which of these statements is true about drinking alcohol and driving?
Drinking coffee just before driving helps get rid of alcohol
If you are under the legal blood alcohol concentration limit, your driving isn't impaired
Alcohol affects judgment and self control, needed for driving safely
Question 27 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 28 |
What should you do if a car coming towards you at night keeps its high beams on?
Flash your high beams quickly at the other driver
Look to the right lane or right edge of the road
Slow down and look straight ahead in your lane
Question 28 Explanation:
If a car with it's high-beams on is approaching, you should glance at the right hand side of your lane while keeping your periferal vision alert to hazards.
Question 29 |
Drivers are required to obey instructions from:
Security guards patrolling parking lots
Other drivers whose vehicles are broken down on the roadway
Signal persons at construction sites
Question 30 |
Merging onto a road is safest if you:
Slowly move into the nearest lane so other drivers will make room for 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
Question 31 |
If the road is wet from a heavy rain, you should:
Use the "two second" following distance rule
Drive one car-length behind the car ahead
Increase the distance between your vehicle and the car ahead
Question 32 |
Parking is NEVER permitted:
Twenty feet from a railroad track
In a crosshatched pattern space next to a disabled parking space
On a hill
Question 33 |
When driving on a freeway entrance ramp, you should look for a gap in freeway
traffic by:
Looking In The Inside Rearview Mirror Only
Looking In Both Rearview And Sideview Mirrors
Looking In Your Mirrors And Turning Your Head To Look Over Your Shoulder
Question 34 |
You are on the freeway and traffic is merging into your lane. you should:
Make room for the merging traffic, if possible
Always slow down to let the vehicles merge
Maintain your speed and position
Question 34 Explanation:
You should give room to traffic merging into freeway depending on distance between your vehicle and the vehicle in front and behind your vehicle. If there is enough space both ways, then you should give room to merging vehicles.
Question 35 |
When parking a car, you should:
Leave your vehicle in neutral
Keep your front wheels parallel to the road
Leave your vehicle in gear or the "park" position
Question 36 |
Three of the most important times to check traffic behind you are before:
Backing, making a sharp turn, or crossing an intersection
Backing, changing lanes, or slowing down quickly
Changing lanes, crossing an intersection, or slowing down quickly
Question 36 Explanation:
When changing lanes, backing, slowing down or driving down a long hill, it is important to check for traffic from ahead and behind the car and in your blind spots.
Question 37 |
If your vehicle starts to hydroplane, you should:
Drive at a constant speed to gain better traction
Apply the brakes firmly to prevent your vehicle from sliding
Slow down eventually without applying brakes
Question 37 Explanation:
Since hydroplaning is a loss of traction to the front tires sudden braking slows the front tires but locks the rear tires which can cause a spin out. Also sudden acceleration could pull the vehicle straight ahead which could be dangerous if the vehicle is pointed toward the edge of the roadway.
Question 38 |
When exiting a highway, you should slow down:
Once You See The Toll Booth
Once You Have Moved Into The Exit Lane
When You First See The Exit Sign
Question 39 |
When driving on slippery roads, you should:
Use Alternate Routes
Increase Your Following Distance
Avoid Crossing Bridges Or Intersections
Question 40 |
The most effective thing you can do to reduce your risk of getting injured or
killed in a traffic crash is:
Killed In A Traffic Crash Is:
Limit Your Driving To Week Days
Stay In The Right Lane On Multi-Lane Highways
Question 41 |
You can make a right turn at a red light, after checking for pedestrians and other traffic:
Only if there is a sign that says it is OK
At any time, as long as you slow down first
After you stop and there is no sign to prohibit the turn
Question 41 Explanation:
You will have to make a complete stop and then look out for a prohibiting sign or signal, such as "No Turn On Red" or "No Right on Red", where right turns are controlled by a traffic signal separate from through traffic. If you don't see such sign or signal, then you can make the right turn on red after a complete stop.
Question 42 |
If you cannot stop safely at a yellow traffic light, you should:
Stop your vehicle before entering the intersection anyway
Enter the intersection carefully and continue across
Stop your vehicle in the intersection and back up carefully
Question 43 |
You were in an accident which caused $1000 worth of damage. How many days do you have to report an accident to DMV?
10
7
14
Question 43 Explanation:
You must have to report an accident within 10 days time. The state motor department can suspend your driver's license if you fail to report an accident within 10 days.
Question 44 |
Scanning while you drive means you:
Keep your eyes moving and look at everything
Stare at the car immediately ahead of you
Look as far ahead as you can see
Question 44 Explanation:
You should keep your eyes moving and continually scan the entire road, including the sides of the road.
Question 45 |
Which of the following is true about driving speed?
There is no state law for minimum speed
The faster the speed, the less control you have of your vehicle
When you drive twice as fast, it takes twice the distance to stop
Question 45 Explanation:
It's difficult to control your vehicle if you are going at fast speed. There are high chances of loosing control over your vehicle if you try to slow down your high speed vehicle.
Question 46 |
To turn left on multi-lane streets and highways, you should start from:
The Middle Of The Intersection
The Left Lane
Any Lane
Question 47 |
Before backing up, you should:
Rely on your mirrors to see if it is clear to proceed
Open your door to see if it is clear to proceed
Turn your head and look through the rear window
Question 48 |
A green painted curb means:
Passenger loading or unloading area
Stopping or parking for a limited time only
Parking for emergency vehicles only
Question 48 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 49 |
When you hear a fire engine siren, you must:
Slow down until it passes you
Drive with your flashers on
Pull over to the side of the road and stop
Question 50 |
If you want to get off of a freeway, but you missed your exit, you should:
Go To The Next Exit, And Get Off Of The Freeway There
Make A U-Turn Through The Median
Pull Onto The Shoulder And Back Your Car To The Exit
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