Question 1:
Drivers should use their high beams at night:
A
unless oncoming traffic is approaching.
B
only if it becomes necessary.
C
when following other vehicles.
The correct driving rule is: unless oncoming traffic is approaching. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 2:
This road sign means:
A
Slow down, slippery when wet
B
Detour ahead
C
Road curves ahead
This traffic sign indicates: slow down, slippery when wet. Observing and obeying all roadway signs ensures safe traffic flow and legal driving.
Question 3:
Don't be afraid to sound a sharp blast on your horn when:
A
when a child is about to run into the street.
B
another vehicle is in danger of hitting you.
C
All of the above.
All of the listed points are essential driving requirements: when a child is about to run into the street; another vehicle is in danger of hitting you. Practicing each ensures compliance with DMV safety laws.
Question 4:
When you 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
make a U-turn into the two-way road.
C
enter the two-way road to the right of its center line.
The correct driving rule is: enter the two-way road to the right of its center line. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 5:
Regulation signs normally are ____ rectangles with ____ letters or symbols.
A
yellow; black
B
white; black
C
green; white
The correct driving rule is: white; black. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 6:
When driving on a roadway with a single broken white line:
A
you may cross the broken white line to change lanes.
B
you may change lanes only if you are in the right lane.
C
you may not cross the broken white line.
The correct driving rule is: you may cross the broken white line to change lanes. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 7:
Drivers should adjust their rearview and side mirrors:
A
whenever they need to use them.
B
before they get into the car.
C
before they start driving.
The correct driving rule is: before they start driving. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 8:
What should you do as you prepare to turn right at an intersection?
A
Honk your horn.
B
Yield to bicyclists coming from the opposite direction.
C
Signal your turn, check for bicyclists, and do not turn directly in front of a bicyclist.
According to standard right-of-way regulations: signal your turn, check for bicyclists, and do not turn directly in front of a bicyclist. Yielding appropriately prevents intersection collisions and maintains safe traffic flow.
Question 9:
To reduce their chances of colliding with an animal, drivers should:
A
scan the sides of the road to watch for the reflection of vehicle headlights in the eyes of animals.
B
look well down the road and far off to each side.
C
All of the above.
All of the listed points are essential driving requirements: scan the sides of the road to watch for the reflection of vehicle headlights in the eyes of animals; look well down the road and far off to each side. Practicing each ensures compliance with DMV safety laws.
Question 10:
Yellow traffic signs:
A
guide drivers.
B
when combined with an octagonal shape, tell drivers they must come to a complete stop at the marked stop line.
C
warn drivers.
The correct driving rule is: warn drivers. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 11:
If a tire blows out, drivers should:
A
apply the brake firmly and hold it.
B
hold the steering wheel tightly and use the brakes lightly.
C
pull over quickly.
The correct driving rule is: hold the steering wheel tightly and use the brakes lightly. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 12:
A vehicle is stopped at a crosswalk to permit a pedestrian to cross the roadway. The driver of the vehicle approaching from the rear should:
A
sound the horn.
B
overtake and pass the stopped vehicle.
C
not overtake and pass the stopped vehicle.
Drivers must always yield the right-of-way to pedestrians crossing at intersections and crosswalks: not overtake and pass the stopped vehicle. Stop and allow them to clear the lane safely.
Question 13:
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 14:
This road sign means:
A
A road joins from the right
B
All traffic must go straight ahead
C
All traffic must turn right
This traffic sign indicates: A road joins from the right. Observing and obeying all roadway signs ensures safe traffic flow and legal driving.
Question 15:
When you back up:
A
always look through the rear window.
B
you should rely only on your rearview mirror.
C
do it as fast as possible.
The correct driving rule is: always look through the rear window. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 16:
Which signs have black letters on a white background?
A
Warning signs (diamond)
B
Regulatory signs (vertical rectangle)
C
Guide signs (horizontal rectangle)
The correct driving rule is: Regulatory signs (vertical rectangle). Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 17:
Which of the following is a defensive driving skill/technique?
A
Maintain the correct speed.
B
Do not drive if you are very weary.
C
All of the above.
All of the listed points are essential driving requirements: Maintain the correct speed; Do not drive if you are very weary. Practicing each ensures compliance with DMV safety laws.
Question 18:
Drivers must yield the right of way to an emergency vehicle by:
A
immediately coming to a complete stop, even if you are in an intersection.
B
moving into the right lane and driving slowly until the emergency vehicle has passed.
C
driving to the right-hand edge or curb of the roadway clear of any intersections and stopping until the emergency vehicle has passed.
When an emergency vehicle approaches with flashing lights or sirens, you must safely pull over to the right curb and stop completely until it passes.
Question 19:
If you are passing another car, you should sound your horn when the car is:
A
going very slowly.
B
signaling a right turn.
C
turning into your lane.
Defensive driving guidelines state that: turning into your lane. Anticipating road hazards and communicating maneuvers keeps traffic predictable and safe.
Question 20:
Before entering an intersection, drivers should look:
A
left, right, then left again.
B
right, left, then right again.
C
left.
According to standard right-of-way regulations: left, right, then left again. Yielding appropriately prevents intersection collisions and maintains safe traffic flow.
Question 21:
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 22:
This sign is a warning that you are approaching:
A
a railroad crossing.
B
a crosswalk.
C
a dead-end street.
Circular signs with an 'X' and 'RR' designate a Railroad Advance Warning: a railroad crossing. Drivers must slow down, look both ways, listen for trains, and be prepared to stop.
Question 23:
Bicyclists must:
A
ride in a bicycle lane, if available.
B
remain to the right when they prepare for a left turn.
C
remain near the left edge of the road.
The correct driving rule is: ride in a bicycle lane, if available. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 24:
Always driving slower than other traffic:
A
is a good defensive driving technique.
B
is always safer than driving faster than other traffic.
C
can block traffic.
The correct driving rule is: can block traffic. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 25:
This road sign means:
A
There is a detour ahead
B
The highway ahead is being repaired
C
Crossroads ahead
This traffic sign indicates: The highway ahead is being repaired. Observing and obeying all roadway signs ensures safe traffic flow and legal driving.
Question 26:
This sign warns drivers of:
A
a reduction of lanes.
B
a dip in the road. Drivers should be ready to stop if the dip is filled with water.
C
a bridge ahead, wide enough to accommodate two lanes of traffic, but with very little clearance.
This traffic sign indicates: a bridge ahead, wide enough to accommodate two lanes of traffic, but with very little clearance. Observing and obeying all roadway signs ensures safe traffic flow and legal driving.
Question 27:
While inside the roundabout, you should:
A
remain in your lane until you are ready to exit.
B
change lanes before you check for vehicles behind you.
C
use your left turn signal if you are in position to exit now.
Vehicles entering a roundabout must yield right-of-way to circulating traffic already inside: remain in your lane until you are ready to exit. Wait for a safe gap before entering.
Question 28:
This sign means:
A
The road will curve to the right.
B
Left turns are not allowed at the intersection.
C
Do not turn right.
This traffic sign indicates: The road will curve to the right. Observing and obeying all roadway signs ensures safe traffic flow and legal driving.
Question 29:
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 30:
To avoid glare from headlights of an approaching car:
A
stay focused on the center line on the road.
B
don't look directly into the oncoming headlights, look toward the right edge of your lane.
C
flash your high beams.
The correct driving rule is: don't look directly into the oncoming headlights, look toward the right edge of your lane. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.