Question 1:
When parking uphill on a road with a curb, turn the front wheels:
A
towards the curb.
B
parallel to the curb.
C
straight ahead.
D
away from the curb.
When parking uphill with a curb: away from the curb. Turn wheels away from the curb (left) so the back of the front tire catches the curb if brakes slip.
Question 2:
The sign in the picture:
A
shows the highest speed drivers can travel at the exit of the intersection.
B
is used to advise motorists of the appropriate ramp speed at the highway exit point.
C
indicates the minimum ramp speed at the highway exit point.
The correct driving rule is: is used to advise motorists of the appropriate ramp speed at the highway exit point. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 3:
A flashing yellow traffic signal means:
A
Stop. Yield to all cross traffic before crossing in the intersection
B
Go straight ahead.
C
No left turn.
D
Slow down and proceed with caution.
This traffic sign indicates: slow down and proceed with caution. Observing and obeying all roadway signs ensures safe traffic flow and legal driving.
Question 4:
Most signs used in street work areas are:
A
round.
B
diamond shaped.
C
rectangle shaped.
The correct driving rule is: diamond shaped. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 5:
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 6:
This sign indicates:
A
a side road.
B
a cross road.
C
a church zone ahead.
This traffic sign indicates: a cross road. Observing and obeying all roadway signs ensures safe traffic flow and legal driving.
Question 7:
This road sign indicates that:
A
a lane is reserved for certain purposes or certain vehicles.
B
buses and car pools may not travel in the restricted lane.
C
vehicles cannot go straight ahead. Cars must turn either to the right or left.
This traffic sign indicates: a lane is reserved for certain purposes or certain vehicles. Observing and obeying all roadway signs ensures safe traffic flow and legal driving.
Question 8:
Which of the following is NOT true?
A
High speed causes tire wear.
B
Drivers are required to drive at the maximum speed limits.
C
Driving at the same speed for a long time and distance causes monotony and road hypnosis.
D
High speed results in poor gasoline mileage.
The correct driving rule is: drivers are required to drive at the maximum speed limits. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 9:
Drivers should always look carefully for motorcycles before changing lanes because:
A
motorcycles are not permitted to share traffic lanes.
B
motorcycles are smaller and harder to see.
C
motorcycles always have the right-of-way at intersections.
D
All of the above.
The correct driving rule is: motorcycles are smaller and harder to see. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 10:
If you are driving slowly and traffic is backing up behind you, you should:
A
not let the tailgaters pass you.
B
pull over to the right side of the road when safe, and let traffic pass.
C
flash your brake lights.
D
speed up suddenly.
The correct driving rule is: pull over to the right side of the road when safe, and let traffic pass. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 11:
From top to bottom, traffic lights are:
A
green, red 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 12:
This sign means:
A
Hairpin corner ahead.
B
Warning: U-turn ahead.
C
Sharp right turn ahead.
This traffic sign indicates: Hairpin corner ahead. Observing and obeying all roadway signs ensures safe traffic flow and legal driving.
Question 13:
The yield sign is ___ and white, with ___ letters.
A
yellow; black
B
red; red
C
red; white
The correct driving rule is: red; red. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 14:
When they approach this sign, drivers must:
A
slow down and watch for children crossing the road.
B
obey signals from crossing guards.
C
stop if necessary.
D
All of the above.
This sign alerts drivers to several mandatory requirements: slow down and watch for children crossing the road, obey signals from crossing guards, stop if necessary. Obeying all posted traffic control instructions is required by law.
Question 15:
What is the purpose of minimum speed limits?
A
To keep a smooth traffic flow.
B
To halt the traffic flow.
C
To allow emergency vehicles with red flashing lights to safely pass other vehicles.
For safe speed and stopping control: To keep a smooth traffic flow. Adjusting speed to match visibility and road traction prevents loss of steering grip.
Question 16:
To avoid being struck from behind, you should:
A
drive faster than the flow of traffic to create a gap between you and the vehicle behind you.
B
pump your brakes often.
C
drive slower than the rest of the traffic to create a space cushion around you.
D
keep pace with the traffic.
The correct driving rule is: keep pace with the traffic. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 17:
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 18:
When two cars arrive at an intersection with no signs or signals at the same time, which car has the right-of-way?
A
The car that is traveling faster.
B
The car approaching from the right.
C
The car approaching from the left.
D
The car in which the driver sounds the horn.
According to standard right-of-way regulations: The car approaching from the right. Yielding appropriately prevents intersection collisions and maintains safe traffic flow.
Question 19:
The speed limit in school zones is:
A
25 MPH
B
only enforced when kids are leaving school.
C
20 MPH
D
35 MPH
For safe speed and stopping control: 20 MPH. Adjusting speed to match visibility and road traction prevents loss of steering grip.
Question 20:
When the road is slippery, you should:
A
brake suddenly carefully.
B
pump your brakes.
C
press your brakes in slow, steady strokes.
For safe speed and stopping control: press your brakes in slow, steady strokes. Adjusting speed to match visibility and road traction prevents loss of steering grip.