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

Question 1:

Excessive speed:

helps you to maneuver around obstacles.

saves time so you can get to your destination more quickly.

increases the likelihood of serious bodily injuries and death.

Question 2:

Blind spots around a large vehicle are _________________ than the blind spots around a car.

larger and deeper

less dangerous

narrower and shorter

Question 3:

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 4:

This sign warns drivers of:

a reduction of lanes.

a dip in the road. Drivers should be ready to stop if the dip is filled with water.

a bridge ahead, wide enough to accommodate two lanes of traffic, but with very little clearance.

Question 5:

When you pass another vehicle, before you return to the right lane, you must:

look at your interior rear-view mirror.

signal.

All of the above.

Question 6:

As you drive on the expressway, make sure:

you cut off vehicles behind you when you change lanes.

to signal all lane changes.

your directional signal goes off before you change lanes.

Question 7:

This road sign means:

Left turns are not allowed where this sign is displayed.

Drivers cannot make a complete turn to go in the opposite direction.

Vehicles turning left must make a U-turn.

Question 8:

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 9:

If your car becomes disabled on a highway, you should:

stop in the right lane.

park with all four wheels off the highway, if possible.

stop where you are.

Question 10:

This road sign means:

Lane reduction - the left lane ends soon

Highway entrance ramp ahead

Lane reduction - the right lane ends soon

Question 11:

___________ are green with white letters and symbols.

Warning signs

Destination signs (guide signs)

Regulation signs (regulatory signs)

Question 12:

As they approach the top of a hill, drivers should:

prepare to stop if needed.

keep a steady speed.

speed up slightly.

Question 13:

This sign indicates the _______________ vehicles can safely travel in this area.

suggested speed

maximum speed

minimum speed

Question 14:

Where are yield signs usually placed?

At intersections, if there is no marked stop line.

Where auxiliary roads lead into major roads.

Where major roads lead into auxiliary roads.

Question 15:

This regulatory sign tells drivers that:

traffic in the left lane must turn left at the intersection ahead.

all vehicles must turn left immediately.

traffic in the right lane must go straight.

Question 16:

When parking downhill:

turn your wheels away from the side of the road.

turn your wheels towards the side of the road.

keep your wheels straight.

Question 17:

Which of the following is NOT true about ABS?

It improves the vehicle stability.

It helps increase your stopping distance.

It improves the steering ability.

Question 18:

Parking is not allowed:

in an intersection, unless permitted by signs.

within 300 feet of a pedestrian safety area.

on public roads

Question 19:

Are bicyclists required to obey traffic laws and signs?

No, bicyclists are considered pedestrians when it comes to the rules of the road.

Yes.

Yes, but only if they are riding in a bicycle lane.

Question 20:

When you see a 'merging traffic' sign on the freeway, you should:

slow down to allow traffic to enter.

move to another lane to let traffic enter, if safe.

speed up to avoid congesting traffic.

Question 21:

If you become sleepy while driving you should:

get some rest or change drivers.

drink coffee.

open a window.

Question 22:

When preparing to exit an expressway, drivers should start reducing their speed:

about halfway through the deceleration lane.

immediately upon entering the deceleration lane.

at least 100 feet before entering the deceleration lane.

Question 23:

This yellow sign means:

Lane ends ahead

Undivided highway ahead

Merging traffic ahead

Question 24:

When you see this sign you should:

increase your speed and try to pass other vehicles.

slow your speed and be prepared to stop.

slow your speed and do not pass other vehicles.

Question 25:

After passing a vehicle, it is safe to return to your lane when:

the driver you passed slows down to let you return to your lane.

you can see both headlights of the vehicle you just passed in your rearview mirror.

you are at least 100 feet ahead of the vehicle you passed.

Question 26:

This sign tells drivers that:

there is a right turn ahead.

they must stay on the right side of the divider

a divided highway ends ahead.

Question 27:

Which of the following substances can affect the ability to drive?

Tranquilizers and sedatives.

Cold tablets containing codeine or antihistamines.

All of the above.

Question 28:

To see vehicles in your blind spots, you must look:

in your outside rearview mirror.

over your shoulders.

in your side mirrors.

Question 29:

The traffic light is green and you want to drive straight through an intersection. If a car is already in the intersection and is making a turn, you must:

enter the intersection and then stop.

drive through the intersection. You have the right-of-way.

let that car complete its turn before you enter the intersection.

Question 30:

What should you do if your vision through the windshield becomes blocked?

Pull your vehicle off the road and park it.

Turn on your emergency lights.

Open the side window so you can see.

All of the above.

Question 31:

Drinking alcohol:

has no effect on either judgement or driving ability.

has no effect on driving ability but affects your judgement.

harms both judgement and driving skills.

Question 32:

To reduce road rage, you should:

always signal your intention when changing lanes.

use your horn frequently to warn other drivers.

talk on your cell phone while driving.

Question 33:

If you see a “lane closed ahead” sign you should:

make a U-turn. You are on the wrong side of the road.

merge into the correct lane when it is safe.

speed to the end of the closed lane and try to get into the other lane.

Question 34:

At intersections marked with stop lines, drivers must:

come to a complete stop.

slow down and enter the intersection.

signal other vehicles to stop.

Question 35:

The sign in the picture:

is a Construction and Maintenance Traffic Control sign.

is found at most intersections and indicates that drivers must yield to other vehicles.

is displayed on the rear of slow moving vehicles.

Question 36:

This road sign:

warns drivers of a sharp turn left. Drivers should slow their speed and keep to the left.

provides an advance notice of a roundabout.

warns drivers that U-turns are not permitted.

is a no-right-turns sign.

Question 37:

A bad car suspension can cause:

pumping brakes.

vehicle control problems.

squealing brakes.

Question 38:

What should you do as you prepare to turn right at an intersection?

Honk your horn.

Yield to bicyclists coming from the opposite direction.

Signal your turn, check for bicyclists, and do not turn directly in front of a bicyclist.

Question 39:

When following a motorcycle, drivers must remember that motorcycles can ____________ than other vehicles.

accelerate much faster

stop much more quickly

stop much more slowly

Question 40:

This road sign means:

Pedestrian crossing

School zone

School crossing

Question 41:

When approaching any intersection or driveway, drivers should:

look both ways and be ready to stop.

pass other vehicles and then stop.

drive at the fastest speed just before entering the intersection.

Question 42:

ABS is the acronym for:

Anti-Braking System

Average-Beam System

Anti-Locking Brake System

Question 43:

This road sign means:

Merge right

Stop sign ahead

Reduction in lanes

Question 44:

Which of the following is a common cause of traffic collisions?

Scanning the road ahead and staying focused on the driving task.

Driving too fast for conditions.

Pedestrians being key participants in the transportation system.

Question 45:

If your car goes into water, you should:

wait for water to rush in and let it out in small breaths through your nose.

call the fire department immediately.

remove yourself before it starts to sink.

Question 46:

Before stopping your vehicle on the roadway, drivers should:

check their mirrors for traffic.

place their foot on the accelerator.

pump the brakes to check if they work properly.

Question 47:

When driving through a construction zone, drivers should:

come to a complete stop and watch for a flagger.

proceed carefully.

decrease their following distance.

Question 48:

What does BAC stand for?

Blood Alcohol Commission

Blood Alcohol Concentration

Blood Alcohol Content

Question 49:

The picture shows:

a railroad advance warning sign.

a speeding fines doubled sign.

a reversible road sign.

Question 50:

Blind spots are:

Areas to the side or rear of a vehicle that are easy to spot.

areas of the road that cannot be seen even when looking into mirrors.

traffic control devices.

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