Question 1:
When you see this sign you should:
A
increase your speed and try to pass other vehicles.
B
slow your speed and be prepared to stop.
C
slow your speed and do not pass other vehicles.
This traffic sign indicates: slow your speed and do not pass other vehicles. Observing and obeying all roadway signs ensures safe traffic flow and legal driving.
Question 2:
__________ limit(s) your concentration, perception, judgment, and memory.
A
Even the smallest amount of alcohol
B
Only a blood alcohol level greater than .05
C
Alcohol does not
D
Only a blood alcohol level greater than the legal limit
The correct driving rule is: Even the smallest amount of alcohol. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 3:
If you get on a wrong expressway exit, you must:
A
get off at the next exit and look for signs that tell you how to return to the expressway.
B
use the the exit ramp to accelerate to expressway speed and blend with traffic.
C
drive in reverse to return to the expressway.
Defensive driving guidelines state that: get off at the next exit and look for signs that tell you how to return to the expressway. Anticipating road hazards and communicating maneuvers keeps traffic predictable and safe.
Question 4:
This sign indicates that the road ahead:
A
turns sharply right, then left.
B
is a divided highway.
C
curves right, then left.
D
curves right.
This traffic sign indicates: curves right, then left. Observing and obeying all roadway signs ensures safe traffic flow and legal driving.
Question 5:
This road sign means:
A
School zone ahead
B
Pedestrians must not cross here
C
Pedestrian crossing ahead
This traffic sign indicates: Pedestrian crossing ahead. Observing and obeying all roadway signs ensures safe traffic flow and legal driving.
Question 6:
This road sign means:
A
Cars in right lane must slow down
B
Merging traffic ahead
C
Pass only in the right lane
D
No left turn
This traffic sign indicates: Merging traffic ahead. Observing and obeying all roadway signs ensures safe traffic flow and legal driving.
Question 7:
This sign means:
A
No traffic signal ahead
B
Traffic signal ahead
C
Open intersection ahead
This traffic sign indicates: traffic signal ahead. Observing and obeying all roadway signs ensures safe traffic flow and legal driving.
Question 8:
When driving behind a motorcycle, drivers must:
A
remembers that motorcyclists have the right to use a complete traffic lane.
B
pass the motorcycle in the same lane.
C
drive on the shoulder beside the motorcycle.
D
share the lane with the motorcycle.
Motorcycles can stop rapidly and are easily hidden in vehicle blind spots: remembers that motorcyclists have the right to use a complete traffic lane. Always allow an increased following distance of at least 3 to 4 seconds.
Question 9:
When approaching someone using a white cane, you should proceed with caution because:
A
the pedestrian might be using a guide dog.
B
the pedestrian might be blind.
C
the pedestrian is deaf.
D
the pedestrian is blind.
The correct driving rule is: the pedestrian is blind. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 10:
When exiting a highway, you should slow down:
A
when you first see the exit sign.
B
before moving into the exit lane.
C
once you have moved into the exit lane.
D
once you see the toll booth.
Defensive driving guidelines state that: once you have moved into the exit lane. Anticipating road hazards and communicating maneuvers keeps traffic predictable and safe.
Question 11:
You should increase your following distance when:
A
exiting a freeway.
B
following a motorcycle.
C
driving behind a large vehicle that blocks your vision.
D
All of the above.
Defensive driving best practices include: exiting a freeway; following a motorcycle; driving behind a large vehicle that blocks your vision. Staying alert and maintaining spacing prevents unexpected hazards.
Question 12:
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 13:
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.
Question 14:
After parking, are you allowed to open a door on the road side of your vehicle?
A
Yes, always.
B
Yes, but only if it does not interfere with bicyclists and other traffic.
C
No, never.
Under standard parking and curb regulations: Yes, but only if it does not interfere with bicyclists and other traffic. Following parking distance clearances keeps roadways unobstructed and emergency lanes accessible.
Question 15:
What should drivers do in case of a brake failure?
A
Shift to a lower gear.
B
Tie a white cloth on the left door handle.
C
Brake lightly.
The correct driving rule is: shift to a lower gear. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 16:
What is the meaning of blue traffic signs?
A
A blue background indicates a regulatory sign.
B
They give directional information.
C
Blue indicates road user services.
The correct driving rule is: Blue indicates road user services. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 17:
Drivers should be aware that a motorcyclist may:
A
decrease speed and rise off the seat when approaching a railroad crossing.
B
quickly change speed or lane position.
C
All of the above.
All of the listed points are essential driving requirements: decrease speed and rise off the seat when approaching a railroad crossing; quickly change speed or lane position. Practicing each ensures compliance with DMV safety laws.
Question 18:
Two solid yellow lines on the pavement mean:
A
passing is not allowed.
B
passing is allowed during daylight only.
C
passing is allowed for both drivers.
D
passing is allowed if you are at the top of a hill.
The correct driving rule is: passing is not allowed. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 19:
BAC is:
A
the acronym for Beer ACcumulation.
B
the number of ounces of alcohol in your blood.
C
the percentage of alcohol in your blood.
Under state DUI and traffic safety laws: the percentage of alcohol in your blood. Alcohol degrades judgment, slows reaction times, and distorts depth perception.
Question 20:
You are driving in the left lane and want to change to the right lane. Before changing lanes, you should check your mirrors, signal and:
A
look over your left shoulder.
B
look over both shoulders for vehicles in front of you.
C
accelerate slightly before looking around your vehicle.
D
look over your right shoulder.
State laws require signaling your intention: look over your right shoulder. Signal at least 100 feet before making a turn or changing lanes.
Question 21:
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 22:
The yield sign means:
A
Go. The light will soon be red.
B
If the way is clear, you may move forward slowly without stopping.
C
Stop if you can.
A triangular Yield sign requires drivers to slow down and give right-of-way to other traffic: If the way is clear, you may move forward slowly without stopping. Proceed only when there is a safe opening.
Question 23:
This sign warns that:
A
traffic must merge left.
B
the bridge ahead is wide enough for only one vehicle at a time.
C
traffic must merge right.
This traffic sign indicates: traffic must merge left. Observing and obeying all roadway signs ensures safe traffic flow and legal driving.
Question 24:
Double solid lines on the roadway mean:
A
you cannot pass.
B
you can not go across the lines except to turn left to enter or leave the highway.
C
All of the above.
All of the listed points are essential driving requirements: you cannot pass; you can not go across the lines except to turn left to enter or leave the highway. Practicing each ensures compliance with DMV safety laws.
Question 25:
Emergency vehicles:
A
may follow each other.
B
may use a loudspeaker to give instructions.
C
have the right-of-way when using siren and red/blue lights.
D
All of the above.
All of the listed points are essential driving requirements: may follow each other; may use a loudspeaker to give instructions; have the right-of-way when using siren and red/blue lights. Practicing each ensures compliance with DMV safety laws.