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

Question 1:

Aggressive drivers:

run stop signs.

are high risk drivers.

tailgate other vehicles and make improper lane changes.

All of the above.

Question 2:

What should drivers do when the red lights begin to flash?

Stop.

Yield.

Slow down.

Question 3:

While driving, it is important to slow down:

when the road is wet.

on narrow roads.

at intersections.

All of the above.

Question 4:

If you are at fault in a traffic crash and do not pay for the damages:

you must obtain a crash prevention certificate from the DMV before you can drive again.

your driver license or plates or both will be suspended for one year.

you will be sentenced to 3 years in jail.

your car will be repossessed.

Question 5:

On what three conditions does your blood alcohol content (BAC) depend?

Your weight. How much alcohol you drink. How much time passes between drinks.

Your weight. The type of beverage you drink. How fit you are.

Your height. How much alcohol you drink. The type of beverage you drink.

Question 6:

This road sign means:

All traffic must turn right

Two one-way roads merge ahead

A side road enters ahead

No right turn

Question 7:

Which of the following must you obey over the others?

Red light

Stop sign

Police officer

Question 8:

When approaching a highway-rail intersection, the first sign drivers see is usually:

an RXR round sign on a yellow background.

a stop sign.

a yield sign.

Question 9:

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 10:

The sign in the picture:

shows the highest speed drivers can travel at the exit of the intersection.

is used to advise motorists of the appropriate ramp speed at the highway exit point.

indicates the minimum ramp speed at the highway exit point.

Question 11:

If you are continually being passed on the right, you should:

move into the right lane and allow other vehicles to pass you on the left.

move into the left lane and allow other vehicles to pass you on the right.

increase your speed immediately.

Question 12:

A 4-way stop sign means:

The first vehicle to reach the intersection should move forward first.

Traffic from all four directions must stop.

There are four stop signs at the intersection.

All of the above.

Question 13:

This road sign means:

Traffic flows only in the direction of the arrow

Turn right or left

No right turn

Sharp curve ahead

Question 14:

Drivers may need more space in front of their vehicle:

when following motorcycles.

when carrying a heavy load or pulling a trailer.

All of the above.

Question 15:

__________ are blue with white letters and symbols.

Warning signs

Service signs

Destination signs (guide signs)

Question 16:

Aggressive driving includes:

quick lane changes without a signal.

chasing or challenging other drivers.

All of the above.

Question 17:

Pentagonal signs are used to indicate:

possible hazards on roadways.

no passing zones.

school crossings.

Question 18:

This is the shape and color of a ________ sign.

yield

stop

do not enter

Question 19:

If a bus has signaled and is pulling back onto the roadway, you must:

yield.

honk to let them know you’re there.

move to the left lane.

speed up to pass.

Question 20:

When drivers see this road sign:

they must come to a complete stop and call the police.

they must not drive past this sign.

they must turn around immediately.

Question 21:

When are you allowed to pass another vehicle by using the shoulder of the road?

When the traffic ahead is blocked up for 250 feet.

When the vehicle in front of you is making a left turn.

Never.

To go around a slow moving vehicle.

Question 22:

This sign indicates that:

the highest safe speed drivers should travel around the curve ahead is 25 MPH.

the safe speed around the curve ahead is at least 25 MPH.

drivers may not turn right if traveling at 25 MPH or less.

Question 23:

This road sign means:

No right turn

No left turn

Narrow Bridge

Steep downgrade

Question 24:

This sign warns drivers that:

the road will make a sharp turn to the right.

right turns are not allowed.

another road enters the highway from the direction shown.

Question 25:

Which of the following is a defensive driving skill/technique?

Maintain the correct speed.

Do not drive if you are very weary.

All of the above.

Question 26:

When you make a left turn from a one-way road into a two-way road, you must:

enter the two-way road to the left of its center line.

make a U-turn into the two-way road.

enter the two-way road to the right of its center line.

Question 27:

If your brakes are wet, you can dry them by:

riding the pedal lightly.

pull over to the right and wait until it stops raining.

having them checked by a mechanic.

Question 28:

What does a flashing red light mean?

NO TURN ON RED.

The same thing as a stop sign.

Drivers may move forward with caution.

Question 29:

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.

Question 30:

Anything that requires you to _______ could cause you to crash.

take your hands off the wheel

take your attention away from driving

take your eyes off the road

All of the above.

Question 31:

The ‘Slower Traffic Keep Right’ sign is used:

at most intersections.

on multiple lane highways.

in school zones.

Question 32:

Where must you position your vehicle when you prepare to make a left turn from a two-way roadway into a one-way roadway?

As far to the right as possible.

On the right curb.

As close as possible to the center line.

Question 33:

Motor vehicle owners are required to keep proof of liability insurance:

at home.

in their mailbox.

at their insurance company headquarters.

in their vehicle whenever it is being operated.

Question 34:

Drivers must yield for emergency vehicles:

Never.

only when other vehicles yield.

when they see a flashing red or blue light or hear a siren.

None of the above.

Question 35:

This road sign means:

Winding Road Ahead

No turns are allowed on this road

Right lane closed

Do Not Enter

Question 36:

A broken white line:

means passing or crossing is prohibited in that lane.

separates two lanes traveling in the same direction.

marks the right edge of the roadway.

Question 37:

Drive below the posted speed limit when:

anything makes conditions less than perfect.

you are on a four lane road.

entering a highway where there are other cars.

others drive below the speed limit.

Question 38:

To avoid having to make an emergency stop while driving in traffic, drivers should:

drive in the right lane only.

look ahead and maintain a safe following distance.

sound their horn to warn other drivers.

drive slower than the flow of traffic.

Question 39:

Which sign has white letters on a red background?

Stop

School zone

Yield

Question 40:

What should you do in case of a brake failure?

Pull off the road into an open space, if available.

Apply the parking brake slowly.

All of the above.

Question 41:

A driver should be extra alert for motorcyclists, bicycles and pedestrians. Why?

They obey specific traffic laws.

They always have the right-of-way.

They are hard to see in traffic.

They don’t have rearview mirrors.

Question 42:

When they see this sign, drivers:

should be prepared to make sharp turns at a high speed.

need to be prepared to turn right and then left quickly.

should not speed up or brake quickly.

Question 43:

This sign means:

Business area nearby. Watch for business people.

There is a work zone ahead. Watch for workers.

The driver is near a school and should watch for children.

Question 44:

This sign warns drivers that:

they must turn either to the right or left.

there is a double curve ahead.

there is a winding road ahead.

Question 45:

When you make a left turn from a one-way road into a one-way road, if the road you enter has two lanes, you:

must turn into its right lane.

can not turn left.

must turn into its left lane.

Question 46:

This sign warns of a ________ ahead.

hill

no passing zone

soft shoulder

Question 47:

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 48:

This road sign means:

No parking

Yield

No left turn

Divided highway

Question 49:

This road sign warns drivers that:

the road surface ahead changes to a low-type surface or earth road.

vehicles must leave the pavement immediately.

the dirt on the side of the road is soft.

Question 50:

What should you do if one of your tires blows out?

Hold the steering wheel tight and brake immediately to avoid the risk of skidding.

Leave the road immediately.

Hold the steering wheel tight and slowly take your foot off the gas pedal.

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