Question 1:
What is the most important rule to remember in any emergency?
A
Do not panic.
B
Run away.
C
Call the police.
The correct driving rule is: Do not panic. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 2:
At a red traffic light with a green arrow, you may proceed in the direction of the arrow:
A
after making a complete stop first.
B
if you wait until the light changes.
C
if you are in the proper lane and the roadway is clear.
The correct driving rule is: if you are in the proper lane and the roadway is clear. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 3:
A flashing yellow light means:
A
The light will soon change from green to red.
B
Drive with caution.
C
Yield the right-of-way to other traffic at the intersection.
According to standard right-of-way regulations: drive with caution. Yielding appropriately prevents intersection collisions and maintains safe traffic flow.
Question 4:
If a tire suddenly goes flat while you are driving, you should:
A
pump the brake pedal 5-7 times until the vehicle stops.
B
slow down gradually do not apply the brake.
C
apply the brake firmly and stop.
The correct driving rule is: slow down gradually do not apply the brake. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 5:
When changing lanes:
A
slow down and check your left mirror.
B
look over your shoulder to make sure no one is in the blind spot.
C
change lane before checking the inside rearview mirror.
The correct driving rule is: look over your shoulder to make sure no one is in the blind spot. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 6:
When you are facing a green light and there are pedestrians in the intersection:
A
you must signal your intention to cross the intersection at least 100 feet before yielding the right-of-way.
B
you must yield the right-of-way to pedestrians.
C
you have the right-of-way over pedestrians.
Drivers must always yield the right-of-way to pedestrians crossing at intersections and crosswalks: you must yield the right-of-way to pedestrians. Stop and allow them to clear the lane safely.
Question 7:
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 8:
If you are feeling tired while driving, you should:
A
stop and get some rest.
B
open a window.
C
drink coffee.
The correct driving rule is: stop and get some rest. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 9:
A solid yellow line on your side of the center line means:
A
Stop
B
Pass with caution
C
Do not pass
The correct driving rule is: Do not pass. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 10:
What do pennant-shaped signs indicate?
A
A school crossing
B
Yield
C
A No Passing Zone
The correct driving rule is: A No Passing Zone. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 11:
If you drive slower than the flow of traffic, you will most likely:
A
improve traffic flow.
B
help create a safe driving environment.
C
interfere with traffic and receive a ticket.
The correct driving rule is: interfere with traffic and receive a ticket. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 12:
You are driving at night, and a vehicle comes toward you with their high beam headlights on. You should:
A
flash your headlights once quickly.
B
look in the direction of the vehicle.
C
keep your high beams on.
The correct driving rule is: flash your headlights once quickly. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 13:
This sign indicates:
A
Winding road
B
Merging traffic
C
Divided highway ends
This traffic sign indicates: Merging traffic. Observing and obeying all roadway signs ensures safe traffic flow and legal driving.
Question 14:
A driver who approaches an intersection:
A
must yield the right-of-way to traffic already in the intersection.
B
must drive straight through the intersection, even if another vehicle is already in the intersection.
C
has the right-of-way over traffic already in the intersection.
According to standard right-of-way regulations: must yield the right-of-way to traffic already in the intersection. Yielding appropriately prevents intersection collisions and maintains safe traffic flow.
Question 15:
When they see a crossbuck sign, drivers:
A
must slow down and wait for the red lights to flash.
B
must always come to a complete stop.
C
are legally required to yield the right of way to trains.
The correct driving rule is: are legally required to yield the right of way to trains. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 16:
Broken yellow lines:
A
separate lanes of traffic moving in opposite directions.
B
indicate you are in a no passing zone.
C
separate lanes of traffic moving in the same direction.
The correct driving rule is: separate lanes of traffic moving in opposite directions. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 17:
A steady yellow light means:
A
Be prepared to stop for the red light.
B
Drive with caution.
C
Be prepared to go. The light will soon be green.
According to standard right-of-way regulations: Be prepared to stop for the red light. Yielding appropriately prevents intersection collisions and maintains safe traffic flow.
Question 18:
If you park facing uphill where there is NO curb, you should set the parking brake and:
A
turn the wheels toward the curb.
B
leave the wheels straight.
C
turn the wheels toward the edge of the road.
When parking uphill with a curb: turn the wheels toward the edge of the road. Turn wheels away from the curb (left) so the back of the front tire catches the curb if brakes slip.
Question 19:
This road sign means:
A
Low clearance
B
Do not enter
C
A steep grade is ahead
This traffic sign indicates: Low clearance. Observing and obeying all roadway signs ensures safe traffic flow and legal driving.
Question 20:
The driver of an emergency vehicle that uses lights and a siren can legally:
A
pass red lights.
B
exceed the speed limit
C
All of the above.
Sharing the road safely requires mutual awareness and respect: pass red lights; exceed the speed limit. Maintaining safe space cushions protects all roadway users.
Question 21:
Following another vehicle too closely is known as:
A
speedgating.
B
closetailing.
C
tailgating.
The correct driving rule is: tailgating. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 22:
You should increase your following distance:
A
at night or if it is raining.
B
when the roads are slippery.
C
All of the above.
Defensive driving best practices include: at night or if it is raining; when the roads are slippery. Staying alert and maintaining spacing prevents unexpected hazards.
Question 23:
This road sign means:
A
No left turn
B
No right turn
C
No U-turns
This traffic sign indicates: No right turn. Observing and obeying all roadway signs ensures safe traffic flow and legal driving.
Question 24:
Always stop before you cross railroad tracks when:
A
you are not wearing safety belts.
B
you are following a bicyclist or motorcyclist across railroad tracks.
C
you don't have room on the other side to completely cross the tracks.
The correct driving rule is: you don't have room on the other side to completely cross the tracks. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 25:
This sign warns drivers that:
A
there is a one lane bridge ahead.
B
the right lane ends.
C
the road ahead is narrow.
This traffic sign indicates: the right lane ends. Observing and obeying all roadway signs ensures safe traffic flow and legal driving.