Question 1:
When parking downhill:
A
turn your wheels away from the side of the road.
B
turn your wheels towards the side of the road.
C
keep your wheels straight.
When parking downhill (with or without a curb): turn your wheels towards the side of the road. Turn front wheels toward the curb or road edge (right) so the vehicle rolls safely off the roadway if it slips.
Question 2:
What is a likely effect when you take another drug while you drink alcohol?
A
The effects of the alcohol and the drug are enhanced.
B
There are no effects, unless the drug is prescription only.
C
If the drug is over-the-counter, there are no effects.
Under state DUI and traffic safety laws: The effects of the alcohol and the drug are enhanced. Alcohol degrades judgment, slows reaction times, and distorts depth perception.
Question 3:
This road sign warns drivers that:
A
the road surface ahead changes to a low-type surface or earth road.
B
vehicles must leave the pavement immediately.
C
the dirt on the side of the road is soft.
This traffic sign indicates: the road surface ahead changes to a low-type surface or earth road. Observing and obeying all roadway signs ensures safe traffic flow and legal driving.
Question 4:
Doing all you can to prevent crashes is called:
A
Anti-Collision Driving
B
Crash-Prevention Driving
C
Defensive Driving
D
ABS Driving
The correct driving rule is: Defensive Driving. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 5:
What should you do if one of your tires blows out?
A
Hold the steering wheel tight and brake immediately to avoid the risk of skidding.
B
Leave the road immediately.
C
Hold the steering wheel tight and slowly take your foot off the gas pedal.
The correct driving rule is: Hold the steering wheel tight and slowly take your foot off the gas pedal. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 6:
When a school bus is picking up or dropping off children, you must:
A
slow down and pass the bus with caution.
B
stop if you are driving in the same direction.
C
stop regardless of your direction of travel.
When a school bus displays flashing red lights and extended stop sign: stop regardless of your direction of travel. Traffic in both directions must come to a full stop on undivided roads until children are clear.
Question 7:
Drinking alcohol and then driving is dangerous because it affects your:
A
reflexes.
B
judgment and skills.
C
vision.
D
coordination.
Under state DUI and traffic safety laws: judgment and skills. Alcohol degrades judgment, slows reaction times, and distorts depth perception.
Question 8:
Arrows on the roadway:
A
show which lanes you must use.
B
indicate reserved lanes.
C
indicate HOV lanes.
The correct driving rule is: show which lanes you must use. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 9:
Green and white signs:
A
give information about directions and distances.
B
are mainly used at intersections and driveways.
C
warn drivers of unexpected road conditions.
The correct driving rule is: give information about directions and distances. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 10:
When driving in icy or snowy conditions, to avoid crashes drivers should:
A
get off the highway as quickly as possible.
B
reduce speed and increase following distance.
C
add extra weight to the vehicle to improve traction.
D
engage 4 wheel drive on the vehicle.
The correct driving rule is: reduce speed and increase following distance. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 11:
This sign indicates:
A
Warning: drunk drivers.
B
Winding road. Drive with caution.
C
The road may be slippery when wet. Drive slowly.
This traffic sign indicates: The road may be slippery when wet. Drive slowly. Observing and obeying all roadway signs ensures safe traffic flow and legal driving.
Question 12:
This road sign tells drivers that:
A
they must change lane immediately.
B
they must turn either to the right or left.
C
the one-way street or roadway ahead ends.
D
None of the above.
This traffic sign indicates: they must turn either to the right or left. Observing and obeying all roadway signs ensures safe traffic flow and legal driving.
Question 13:
When passing a motorcycle, you must:
A
have your vehicle entirely into the left lane before and during the pass.
B
honk your horn to alert the motorcyclist.
C
speed up above the speed limit and use your emergency lights to alert the motorcyle that you are about to pass.
Motorcycles can stop rapidly and are easily hidden in vehicle blind spots: have your vehicle entirely into the left lane before and during the pass. Always allow an increased following distance of at least 3 to 4 seconds.
Question 14:
When driving in work zones you should:
A
gradually come to a complete stop and wait for a flagger to guide traffic safely through the work zone.
B
tailgate the vehicle ahead.
C
carefully watch for workers and moving equipment.
The correct driving rule is: carefully watch for workers and moving equipment. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 15:
If one of your tires blows out while driving, you should:
A
apply the brakes firmly and steer toward the right edge of the road.
B
pump the brakes.
C
hold the steering wheel firmly, slow down, and steer smoothly.
The correct driving rule is: hold the steering wheel firmly, slow down, and steer smoothly. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 16:
Before crossing any railroad tracks, you must:
A
look and listen for trains.
B
make sure there is room for your vehicle on the other side.
C
All of the above.
All of the listed points are essential driving requirements: look and listen for trains; make sure there is room for your vehicle on the other side. Practicing each ensures compliance with DMV safety laws.
Question 17:
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 18:
What should drivers do when they see this sign?
A
Make sure the bridge is clear of oncoming traffic before they cross.
B
Look to the left and right for other traffic.
C
Allow others to merge smoothly.
This traffic sign indicates: make sure the bridge is clear of oncoming traffic before they cross. Observing and obeying all roadway signs ensures safe traffic flow and legal driving.
Question 19:
This road sign means:
A
Watch for vehicles entering from the side
B
When pavement is wet, reduce your speed
C
Winding road ahead
This traffic sign indicates: When pavement is wet, reduce your speed. Observing and obeying all roadway signs ensures safe traffic flow and legal driving.
Question 20:
When following a motorcycle, drivers must remember that motorcycles can ____________ than other vehicles.
A
accelerate much faster
B
stop much more quickly
C
stop much more slowly
Motorcycles can stop rapidly and are easily hidden in vehicle blind spots: stop much more quickly. Always allow an increased following distance of at least 3 to 4 seconds.
Question 21:
A broken white line:
A
means passing or crossing is prohibited in that lane.
B
separates two lanes traveling in the same direction.
C
marks the right edge of the roadway.
The correct driving rule is: separates two lanes traveling in the same direction. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 22:
When you prepare to make a left turn from a one-way road into a two-way road, you must:
A
enter the two-way road to the left of its center line.
B
approach the turn in the right lane or from the right side of a single lane.
C
approach the turn in the left lane or from the left side of a single lane.
The correct driving rule is: approach the turn in the left lane or from the left side of a single lane. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 23:
You are driving and you are feeling drowsy. You should:
A
avoid drinking coffee.
B
turn on the radio to keep you awake.
C
find a safe place to stop for a break.
Under state DUI and traffic safety laws: find a safe place to stop for a break. Alcohol degrades judgment, slows reaction times, and distorts depth perception.
Question 24:
A red flashing signal means the same as a:
A
stop sign.
B
yield sign.
C
caution sign.
D
red light.
State laws require signaling your intention: stop sign. Signal at least 100 feet before making a turn or changing lanes.
Question 25:
Your brake lights tell other drivers that you:
A
are changing lanes.
B
are slowing down or stopping.
C
are making a turn.
D
have your emergency brake on.
The correct driving rule is: are slowing down or stopping. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.