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

Question 1:

When changing lanes:

slow down and check your left mirror.

look over your shoulder to make sure no one is in the blind spot.

change lane before checking the inside rearview mirror.

Question 2:

This road sign indicates that:

a lane is reserved for certain purposes or certain vehicles.

buses and car pools may not travel in the restricted lane.

vehicles cannot go straight ahead. Cars must turn either to the right or left.

Question 3:

Driving under the influence of any medication which impairs your driving ability is permitted:

under no circumstances.

if it is prescribed by a physician.

if you dont feel drowsy.

Question 4:

This road sign means:

Slow down, slippery when wet

Detour ahead

Road curves ahead

Question 5:

This sign warns drivers that:

they cannot go straight ahead.

they will soon be facing oncoming traffic.

a shared lane starts ahead.

Question 6:

To avoid becoming an aggressive driver, you should:

drive above the posted speed limit.

tailgate the driver in front of you.

relax and concentrate on driving.

Question 7:

A yellow arrow on a traffic signal means:

Drivers are not required to signal before turning from that lane.

Be prepared to stop and give the right-of-way to oncoming vehicles.

Increase your speed to make the turn before the light changes.

Question 8:

This sign means:

You may make a U-turn.

Hairpin corner ahead.

You must make a U-turn.

Question 9:

This road sign means:

A road joins from the left

You must bear either right or left

A 3-way intersection is ahead

Question 10:

When driving in fog, drivers should use:

low beam headlights.

parking lights.

high beam headlights.

Question 11:

This road sign means:

Detour ahead

Turn left or go through

Divided highway ahead

Question 12:

This road sign means:

Pavement ends

Winding road

Double curve ahead

Question 13:

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

in your outside rearview mirror.

over your shoulders.

in your side mirrors.

Question 14:

This sign means:

If you are driving at 40 MPH or less you must stay in the right-hand lane

Curve ahead, drive at 40 MPH ot more around the curve ahead

Curve ahead, the recommended speed is 40 MPH or less

Question 15:

When driving on a roadway with a single broken white line:

you may cross the broken white line to change lanes.

you may change lanes only if you are in the right lane.

you may not cross the broken white line.

Question 16:

Air bags are meant to _________ seat belts.

work with

fix

replace

Question 17:

What does a flashing left yellow arrow mean?

Vehicles turning left must stop if they can. The light will soon be red.

Only right turns are allowed.

Left turns are allowed. Yield to oncoming traffic and pedestrians.

None of the above.

Question 18:

If it safe to do so, you can pass a vehicle ahead when:

you are on a hill or curve.

there is a broken line on your side of the road.

there is a solid line on your side of the road.

Question 19:

Before a school bus stops to load passengers, the driver will usually flash:

yellow warning lights.

red warning lights.

red lights.

Question 20:

When merging onto an interstate highway, drivers should:

always stop before entering the highway.

select a safe gap and merge into the lane of traffic.

turn on their emergency flashers right before merging.

Question 21:

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 22:

A good rule of thumb for drivers sharing the road with a truck is:

it is better to drive to the immediate right of the cab.

always try to stay alongside a truck, but never drive right behind it.

if you can’t see the truck driver in their side mirror, they can’t see you.

Question 23:

This road sign tells drivers that:

they must change lane immediately.

they must turn either to the right or left.

the one-way street or roadway ahead ends.

None of the above.

Question 24:

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 25:

When you prepare to 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.

approach the turn in the right lane or from the right side of a single lane.

approach the turn in the left lane or from the left side of a single lane.

Question 26:

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 27:

If your steering wheel were a clock, your hands should be at the ______ positions.

12 o'clock and 9 o'clock

9 o'clock and 3 o'clock

3 o'clock and 12 o'clock

Question 28:

An edge line that angles toward the center of the road indicates that:

the road is narrower ahead.

there’s a narrow bridge ahead.

you must turn right.

Question 29:

When you are facing a green light and there are pedestrians in the intersection:

you must signal your intention to cross the intersection at least 100 feet before yielding the right-of-way.

you must yield the right-of-way to pedestrians.

you have the right-of-way over pedestrians.

Question 30:

This road sign means:

Lane reduction - the left lane ends soon

Highway entrance ramp ahead

Lane reduction - the right lane ends soon

Question 31:

A solid yellow line next to a broken yellow line means that vehicles:

next to the solid line may pass.

in both directions may pass.

next to the broken line may pass.

Question 32:

If you miss your exit on a freeway, do NOT:

continue on the freeway and find an alternative route.

turn around or back up.

get back on the freeway in the opposite direction and return to the exit you want.

Question 33:

At intersections, crosswalks, and railroad crossings, drivers should always:

look to the sides of their vehicle to see what is coming.

slowly pass vehicles the vehicles ahead.

stop, listen for oncoming traffic, and proceed with caution.

Question 34:

__________________ is a safe driving technique.

Using your high beam lights in the fog

Starring at the road ahead of your vehicle

Checking your rearview mirrors frequently

Question 35:

Following another vehicle too closely is known as:

speedgating.

closetailing.

tailgating.

Question 36:

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 37:

When driving in work zones, drivers should:

closely follow the driver in front of them.

reduce their speed and be prepared to stop.

maintain their speed through the work zone.

Question 38:

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 39:

Which statement about blind spots is true?

Before changing lanes, you should check mirrors and look over your shoulder toward the rear.

Large trucks have smaller blind spots than most passenger vehicles.

If traffic conditions permit you should cruise in blind spot of the vehicle ahead.

Question 40:

You may not park within _____ of a fire hydrant.

20 feet

10 feet

5 feet

Question 41:

When they see this sign, drivers should:

increase their speed and keep well to the right.

slow down and keep well to the right.

slow down and keep well to the left.

Question 42:

This road sign means:

Merging traffic

Steep grade ahead

Intersection ahead

Question 43:

Yellow traffic signs:

guide drivers.

when combined with an octagonal shape, tell drivers they must come to a complete stop at the marked stop line.

warn drivers.

Question 44:

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 45:

This sign indicates that:

there is a steep hill ahead.

trucks are merging from the right

there's a side road ahead

Question 46:

Always stop before you cross railroad tracks when:

you are not wearing safety belts.

you are following a bicyclist or motorcyclist across railroad tracks.

you don't have room on the other side to completely cross the tracks.

Question 47:

When parking on a public road, drivers should:

move as far away from traffic as possible.

always park on the left side of the roadway.

All of the above.

Question 48:

To prevent a fatigue-related crash while driving:

find a safe parking area to take a 15 to 20 minute nap.

drive at night when there are not as many vehicles on the roadway.

continue driving so you will reach your destination sooner.

Question 49:

The ‘Slower Traffic Keep Right’ sign is used:

at most intersections.

on multiple lane highways.

in school zones.

Question 50:

Service signs are ____ with ____ letters and symbols.

blue; white

white; black

green; white

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