Question 1:
A bad car suspension can cause:
A
pumping brakes.
B
vehicle control problems.
C
squealing brakes.
The correct driving rule is: vehicle control problems. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 2:
This is:
A
a side road sign.
B
a merging traffic sign.
C
a right curve sign.
The correct driving rule is: a side road sign. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 3:
Stopping distances:
A
are not affected by vehicle speed.
B
decrease as vehicle speed increases.
C
increase as vehicle speed increases.
The correct driving rule is: increase as vehicle speed increases. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 4:
When taking medication while driving, you should:
A
follow other vehicles closely.
B
consult your physicians and/or pharmacist regarding any prescription medication and its possible effects on driving.
C
drive 20 MPH below the posted speed limit.
Under state DUI and traffic safety laws: consult your physicians and/or pharmacist regarding any prescription medication and its possible effects on driving. Alcohol degrades judgment, slows reaction times, and distorts depth perception.
Question 5:
Your driving ability can be affected by:
A
just one drink.
B
three drinks or more.
C
at least two drinks.
The correct driving rule is: just one drink. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 6:
Which of the following must you obey over the others?
A
Red light
B
Stop sign
C
Police officer
The correct driving rule is: Police officer. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 7:
You want to turn left at an intersection ahead. A car reaches the intersection from the opposite direction and moves straight ahead. You:
A
can turn left. You have the right of way.
B
must wait for the car to go through before you turn.
C
may not enter the intersection to prepare for your left turn if the light is green.
According to standard right-of-way regulations: must wait for the car to go through before you turn. Yielding appropriately prevents intersection collisions and maintains safe traffic flow.
Question 8:
Drivers should always be looking:
A
at the left lane.
B
beside, ahead and to the rear of the vehicle.
C
directly in front of the car.
The correct driving rule is: beside, ahead and to the rear of the vehicle. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 9:
Examples of proper glass maintenance include:
A
Replacing worn wiper blades.
B
Keeping your windows clean and clear.
C
All of the above.
All of the listed points are essential driving requirements: Replacing worn wiper blades; Keeping your windows clean and clear. Practicing each ensures compliance with DMV safety laws.
Question 10:
When driving in foggy weather, drivers should:
A
put their lights on low beam.
B
put their lights on high beam.
C
put their emergency flashers on.
The correct driving rule is: put their lights on low beam. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 11:
As you enter a roundabout you should slow down and:
A
yield to pedestrians and bicyclist crossing before entering the roundabout.
B
yield to any vehicle coming from your left in the roundabout.
C
All of the above.
Safe navigation at intersections requires following all established rules: yield to pedestrians and bicyclist crossing before entering the roundabout; yield to any vehicle coming from your left in the roundabout. Always yield right-of-way properly to prevent collisions.
Question 12:
This sign means:
A
Merge left
B
Merge right
C
Divided highway begins
This traffic sign indicates: merge left. Observing and obeying all roadway signs ensures safe traffic flow and legal driving.
Question 13:
Drivers may need more space in front of their vehicle:
A
when following motorcycles.
B
when carrying a heavy load or pulling a trailer.
C
All of the above.
All of the listed points are essential driving requirements: when following motorcycles; when carrying a heavy load or pulling a trailer. Practicing each ensures compliance with DMV safety laws.
Question 14:
What should you do if your vision through the windshield becomes blocked?
A
Pull your vehicle off the road and park it.
B
Turn on your emergency lights.
C
Open the side window so you can see.
D
All of the above.
All of the listed points are essential driving requirements: Pull your vehicle off the road and park it; Turn on your emergency lights; Open the side window so you can see. Practicing each ensures compliance with DMV safety laws.
Question 15:
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:
A
enter the intersection and then stop.
B
drive through the intersection. You have the right-of-way.
C
let that car complete its turn before you enter the intersection.
According to standard right-of-way regulations: let that car complete its turn before you enter the intersection. Yielding appropriately prevents intersection collisions and maintains safe traffic flow.
Question 16:
This road sign means:
A
You must travel at the speed indicated
B
The maximum speed limit under ideal conditions
C
None of the above
This traffic sign indicates: The maximum speed limit under ideal conditions. Observing and obeying all roadway signs ensures safe traffic flow and legal driving.
Question 17:
This road sign means:
A
Left turns are not allowed where this sign is displayed.
B
Drivers cannot make a complete turn to go in the opposite direction.
C
Vehicles turning left must make a U-turn.
This traffic sign indicates: drivers cannot make a complete turn to go in the opposite direction. Observing and obeying all roadway signs ensures safe traffic flow and legal driving.
Question 18:
If a pedestrian is in the middle of the street when your signal light changes to green, you should:
A
proceed unless the pedestrian is in your lane.
B
proceed because you have the right-of-way.
C
wait until the pedestrian crosses the street before proceeding.
Drivers must always yield the right-of-way to pedestrians crossing at intersections and crosswalks: wait until the pedestrian crosses the street before proceeding. Stop and allow them to clear the lane safely.
Question 19:
Continuous hard braking on ice and snow often:
A
is the best option during winter.
B
keeps the brakes from freezing.
C
causes the front wheels to lock.
For safe speed and stopping control: causes the front wheels to lock. Adjusting speed to match visibility and road traction prevents loss of steering grip.
Question 20:
When passing another vehicle, you should:
A
assume the other vehicle will maintain a constant speed.
B
check your mirrors and blind spots.
C
drive at the same speed as the vehicle you are passing.
Defensive driving guidelines state that: check your mirrors and blind spots. Anticipating road hazards and communicating maneuvers keeps traffic predictable and safe.
Question 21:
There are two traffic lanes in your direction. You are driving in the left lane and many vehicles are passing you on the right, and the driver behind you wishes to drive faster. You should:
A
stay in your lane and maintain your current speed.
B
drive onto the left shoulder to let the other driver pass.
C
move over into the right lane when safe to do so.
Defensive driving guidelines state that: move over into the right lane when safe to do so. Anticipating road hazards and communicating maneuvers keeps traffic predictable and safe.
Question 22:
When entering an interstate highway, drivers should:
A
check for cars and slow down to 25 MPH before merging with the flow of traffic.
B
wait for an opening in traffic on the entrance ramp.
C
adjust speed to meet a traffic gap, then merge at a safe speed.
Defensive driving guidelines state that: adjust speed to meet a traffic gap, then merge at a safe speed. Anticipating road hazards and communicating maneuvers keeps traffic predictable and safe.
Question 23:
To be able to turn quickly, your hands should be:
A
placed outside of the steering wheel on opposite sides
B
next to each other on the top of the steering wheel.
C
on the steering wheel, so they are at the 6 and 12 o'clock positions.
The correct driving rule is: placed outside of the steering wheel on opposite sides. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 24:
Drivers should adjust their rearview and side mirrors:
A
whenever they need to use them.
B
before they get into the car.
C
before they start driving.
The correct driving rule is: before they start driving. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 25:
Aggressive driving includes:
A
quick lane changes without a signal.
B
chasing or challenging other drivers.
C
All of the above.
All of the listed points are essential driving requirements: quick lane changes without a signal; chasing or challenging other drivers. Practicing each ensures compliance with DMV safety laws.
Question 26:
This road sign means:
A
Merge right
B
Stop sign ahead
C
Reduction in lanes
This traffic sign indicates: Reduction in lanes. Observing and obeying all roadway signs ensures safe traffic flow and legal driving.
Question 27:
In 55 MPH traffic you are least likely to be involved in a collision if you:
A
stay within that speed range.
B
drive a few MPH faster than most.
C
drive a few MPH slower than most.
The correct driving rule is: stay within that speed range. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 28:
When pedestrians are in a crosswalk, drivers should:
A
pull over to the right and stop.
B
go ahead because drivers have the right-of-way.
C
wait for them to cross.
Drivers must always yield the right-of-way to pedestrians crossing at intersections and crosswalks: wait for them to cross. Stop and allow them to clear the lane safely.
Question 29:
Your BAC depends on:
A
how much alcohol you drink.
B
how much time passes between drinks.
C
All of the above.
Alcohol and impairing substances degrade all critical driving functions: how much alcohol you drink; how much time passes between drinks. Driving while impaired carries severe criminal and safety penalties.
Question 30:
When passing another car, you have enough room to return to the driving lane when:
A
you cannot see the vehicle directly to your right.
B
you are at least 50 feet in front of the vehicle.
C
you can see both headlights of the car you passed in your rearview mirror.
Defensive driving guidelines state that: you can see both headlights of the car you passed in your rearview mirror. Anticipating road hazards and communicating maneuvers keeps traffic predictable and safe.
Question 31:
What does the flashing signal in the picture indicate?
A
The same thing as a stop sign.
B
Pedestrians should finish crossing the street if started.
C
Pedestrians should start crossing the street.
State laws require signaling your intention: pedestrians should finish crossing the street if started. Signal at least 100 feet before making a turn or changing lanes.
Question 32:
This sign is a warning that you are approaching:
A
a railroad crossing.
B
a crosswalk.
C
a dead-end street.
Circular signs with an 'X' and 'RR' designate a Railroad Advance Warning: a railroad crossing. Drivers must slow down, look both ways, listen for trains, and be prepared to stop.
Question 33:
When you approach this sign, you must:
A
stop if necessary.
B
watch for workers crossing the road.
C
None of the above.
This traffic sign indicates: stop if necessary. Observing and obeying all roadway signs ensures safe traffic flow and legal driving.
Question 34:
_________________ your mirrors when you prepare to change lanes.
A
Never depend on
B
Never use
C
Always rely on
The correct driving rule is: Never depend on. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 35:
No Zones are areas around trucks where cars:
A
disappear into blind spots or are so close to the truck that the driver's ability to stop or maneuver safely is restricted.
B
can turn safely because several car lengths have been left between the truck and car.
C
can travel behind trucks at constant speed and have no risks of being involved in a collision.
The correct driving rule is: disappear into blind spots or are so close to the truck that the driver's ability to stop or maneuver safely is restricted. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 36:
A broken yellow line alongside a solid yellow line means:
A
Passing is permitted on the side of the broken yellow line
B
Passing is not permitted in either direction
C
Passing on the right is permitted in either direction
The correct driving rule is: Passing is permitted on the side of the broken yellow line. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 37:
Driver distractions include:
A
Avoiding unnecessary lane changes.
B
Slowing down to look at crash scene.
C
turning your headlights on when rain and fog make it hard to see.
The correct driving rule is: Slowing down to look at crash scene. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 38:
This sign indicates that:
A
the highest safe speed drivers should travel around the curve ahead is 25 MPH.
B
the safe speed around the curve ahead is at least 25 MPH.
C
drivers may not turn right if traveling at 25 MPH or less.
This traffic sign indicates: the highest safe speed drivers should travel around the curve ahead is 25 MPH. Observing and obeying all roadway signs ensures safe traffic flow and legal driving.
Question 39:
Vehicles stopped behind a school bus when the red lights are flashing must remain stopped until:
A
the flashing lights turn green.
B
the stop arm is retracted and the bus begins moving.
C
all students are off the bus.
When a school bus displays flashing red lights and extended stop sign: the stop arm is retracted and the bus begins moving. Traffic in both directions must come to a full stop on undivided roads until children are clear.
Question 40:
In heavy rain, tires can begin to ride on the water that is on top of the road pavement. This is called:
A
rideplaning.
B
hydroplaning.
C
pavement-planing.
D
waterplaning.
When hydroplaning on water: hydroplaning. Gently ease off the accelerator and hold the steering wheel straight without sudden braking.
Question 41:
When driving in a construction zone you should:
A
slightly increase your speed.
B
come to a complete stop and check road conditions.
C
expect the unexpected.
The correct driving rule is: expect the unexpected. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 42:
When passing a pedestrian who is walking on the road and an oncoming vehicle is approaching, you should:
A
keep driving, you have the right-of-way.
B
honk your horn to warn the pedestrian.
C
slow down and let the vehicle pass first.
Drivers must always yield the right-of-way to pedestrians crossing at intersections and crosswalks: slow down and let the vehicle pass first. Stop and allow them to clear the lane safely.
Question 43:
Don't be afraid to sound a sharp blast on your horn when:
A
when a child is about to run into the street.
B
another vehicle is in danger of hitting you.
C
All of the above.
All of the listed points are essential driving requirements: when a child is about to run into the street; another vehicle is in danger of hitting you. Practicing each ensures compliance with DMV safety laws.
Question 44:
If an emergency vehicle with flashing lights is traveling in the area where you are driving, you must:
A
drive to the right side of the road and stop.
B
proceed slowly and let the vehicle pass.
C
keep driving in your lane.
When sharing the road with other vehicles: drive to the right side of the road and stop. Giving large vehicles and vulnerable users adequate clearance prevents dangerous accidents.
Question 45:
What should you do in case of a steering failure?
A
Pump your gas pedal a few times to increase the pressure.
B
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.
C
Leave the road immediately.
The correct driving rule is: 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. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 46:
This sign means:
A
The road will curve to the right, then to the left.
B
Road slippery when wet. Drive slowly.
C
Winding road ahead. Drive with caution.
This traffic sign indicates: Road slippery when wet. Drive slowly. Observing and obeying all roadway signs ensures safe traffic flow and legal driving.
Question 47:
This sign means:
A
Reversible lane ahead.
B
The divided highway ends ahead.
C
Drivers are coming to a point where another traffic lane joins the one they are on.
This traffic sign indicates: The divided highway ends ahead. Observing and obeying all roadway signs ensures safe traffic flow and legal driving.
Question 48:
Traffic lights are normally ____________ from the top to bottom or left to right.
A
red, green and yellow
B
green, yellow and red
C
red, yellow and green
The correct driving rule is: red, yellow and green. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 49:
This road sign means:
A
Bicycle crossing
B
Bicycles have the right-of-way
C
This lane is reserved for bicyclists
This traffic sign indicates: Bicycle crossing. Observing and obeying all roadway signs ensures safe traffic flow and legal driving.
Question 50:
A steady green light at intersections means:
A
You may drive through the intersection if the road is clear
B
You must increase your speed
C
You may not turn right
According to standard right-of-way regulations: you may drive through the intersection if the road is clear. Yielding appropriately prevents intersection collisions and maintains safe traffic flow.