Random Practice Exam (Colorado) (Colorado) - 2026 DMV Practice Test

Question 1:

When getting ready to change lanes, you should:

check your rearview mirror.

quickly turn your head to check for other vehicles.

check your side view mirror.

All of the above.

Question 2:

This sign indicates:

Warning: drunk drivers.

Winding road. Drive with caution.

The road may be slippery when wet. Drive slowly.

Question 3:

This road sign means:

Cars in right lane must slow down

Merging traffic ahead

Pass only in the right lane

No left turn

Question 4:

This sign tells drivers that:

left and right turns are not allowed.

a divided highway is ahead.

they cannot go straight ahead.

Question 5:

This road sign means:

School crossing

Mountain trail

Flagger ahead

Pedestrian cr

Question 6:

What are some telltale signs of a drunk driver?

Sudden stops.

Weaving between lanes.

Driving slower than the normal flow of traffic.

All of the above.

Question 7:

Lanes of traffic moving in the same direction are divided by ____ lines.

orange

yellow

black

white

Question 8:

A pedestrian in the crosswalk when the 'DON’T WALK' signal begins flashing must:

stop immediately.

go back and wait the “WALK” light

finish crossing the street.

Question 9:

What is the only effective method to reduce your BAC?

Eating before or while you drink.

Not drinking over a period of time.

Drinking coffee.

Question 10:

A driver approaching a flashing red traffic signal must:

merge to the left.

stop before the intersection.

carefully drive through the intersection without stopping.

slow down at the traffic signal.

Question 11:

This road sign means:

Wrong Way

Merging Traffic

Curve ahead

Question 12:

Emergency vehicles:

may follow each other.

may use a loudspeaker to give instructions.

have the right-of-way when using siren and red/blue lights.

All of the above.

Question 13:

Your BAC depends on:

how fit you are.

the type of beverage you drink.

the amount of alcohol you drink.

Question 14:

Which shape is a railroad advance warning sign?

Crossbuck

Round

Pentagon

Question 15:

This road sign means:

School zone ahead

Keep right

Two-way Traffic

Question 16:

This road sign means:

Slow down or stop

Stop

Road narrows ahead

Question 17:

Your first response to reduced visibility should be:

to look for road edge markings to guide you.

to turn on your windshield wipers.

to reduce your speed.

to turn on your headlights.

Question 18:

Drinking alcohol while taking drugs can:

have a less pronounced effect than either taken separately.

have a more pronounced effect than either taken separately.

improves concentration.

improve your driving performance.

Question 19:

Which sign has white letters on a red background?

Stop

School zone

Yield

Question 20:

This road sign means:

Side road

T-intersection ahead

Keep right

Left lane must turn left

Question 21:

This road sign means:

Divided highway ahead - stay to the right

Do not enter

Do not pass

Question 22:

This sign is a:

regulatory sign.

warning sign.

guide sign.

Question 23:

When following motorcycles, drivers should:

reduce the minimum following distance.

try to pass them as they have different braking capabilities than other motor vehicles.

keep more space in front of their vehicle.

Question 24:

When you make a left turn from a two-way road into a four-lane highway, you must:

enter the left lane, to the right of the center line.

enter the right lane, to the left of the center line.

go straight through the intersection, and then make the turn.

Question 25:

This sign means:

Divided highway ahead.

Divided highway ends.

Drivers will soon be on a roadway with two-way traffic.

Question 26:

A steady yellow light means that a ______ light will soon appear.

steady green

steady red

flashing yellow

flashing green

Question 27:

When driving on major highways you should:

be ready to react to road hazards.

stay alert.

keep your eyes moving.

All of the above.

Question 28:

You may not pass another vehicle on either side of a _______ centerlineYou may not pass another vehicle on either side of a _______ centerline.

solid or broken yellosolid or broken yellow

single broken yellosingle broken yellow

single broken whitsingle broken white

double solid yellodouble solid yellow

Question 29:

This sign means drivers should:

not drive in this lane.

give the right-of-way to traffic on the road they wish to enter.

proceed at normal speed through the upcoming intersection.

come to a complete stop and check for oncoming traffic before proceeding.

Question 30:

A four-way stop sign means:

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.

All of the above.

Question 31:

What should drivers do in case of a brake failure?

Shift to a lower gear.

Tie a white cloth on the left door handle.

Brake lightly.

Question 32:

Drivers are required to stop:

when a traffic officer orders them to stop.

where there is a red light.

at an intersection with a stop sign.

All of the above.

Question 33:

This road sign means:

Truck stop ahead

No trucks allowed

Hill or downgrade up ahead

Question 34:

You go with a group of friends to a social event, and you plan to have a few drinks. You should:

make alcohol the focus of the event.

avoid alternating between drinks with alcohol and drinks without any alcohol.

arrange to ride home with a friend who does not drink.

Question 35:

Two drivers reach an uncontrolled intersection at the same time. Who has the right of way?

The driver on the left.

No one.

The driver on the right.

Question 36:

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 37:

A driver cuts off another vehicle, or threatens another motorist or a pedestrian. These are examples of:

excessive driving

road rage

defensive driving

Question 38:

This road sign means:

Stop before turning right

4-way stop ahead

Lane closed for traffic

There is a traffic signal ahead

Question 39:

Which of the following must you obey over the others?

Red light

Stop sign

Police officer

Question 40:

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

.10% or higher.

.05% or higher.

.08% or higher.

.02% or higher.

Question 41:

Double solid lines on the roadway mean:

you cannot pass.

you can not go across the lines except to turn left to enter or leave the highway.

All of the above.

Question 42:

What should you do in case of a steering failure?

Pump your gas pedal a few times to increase the pressure.

Don't panic. Turn on your emergency lights to let other drivers know you are having car problems. Move toward the side of the road and bring the car to a gradual stop.

Leave the road immediately.

Question 43:

Keeping a space cushion between you and the other vehicles around you is important because it:

gives you time to react to situations.

prevents distractions from other vehicles.

keeps other drivers alert.

keeps traffic flowing at a safe pace.

Question 44:

This warning sign:

provides advance notice to upcoming speed limit change.

shows the current speed limit that all vehicles traveling in the direction of the arrow must not exceed.

indicates the suggested highest safe speed.

Question 45:

To avoid being in a truck driver’s blind spot, you should:

never pass the truck and put your headlights on.

avoid driving on either side of the truck and don’t tailgate.

flash your lights.

sound your horn.

Question 46:

When in a motor vehicle on a highway, it is:

illegal to drink from, but permissible to transport, open containers of alcohol in the passenger compartment.

illegal to possess an open container of alcohol in the passenger compartment.

acceptable to drink alcoholic beverages if you are not driving.

permissible to drink a moderate amount of alcohol when driving with a passenger.

Question 47:

Two solid yellow lines on the pavement mean:

passing is not allowed.

passing is allowed during daylight only.

passing is allowed for both drivers.

passing is allowed if you are at the top of a hill.

Question 48:

Work zone signs:

mean that road conditions will improve soon.

mean that drivers must come to a complete stop and back up.

provide information on road work or other temporary road conditions.

mean that drivers should drive faster to get out of the work zone.

Question 49:

To avoid becoming an aggressive driver, you should:

Adjust your schedule to drive during times with the most highway traffic.

Allow enough travel time to reach your destination on schedule.

Listen to heavy metal music.

Question 50:

Your brake lights tell other drivers that you:

are changing lanes.

are slowing down or stopping.

are making a turn.

have your emergency brake on.

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