Question 1:
This yellow sign means:
A
Lane ends ahead
B
Undivided highway ahead
C
Merging traffic ahead
This traffic sign indicates: Merging traffic ahead. Observing and obeying all roadway signs ensures safe traffic flow and legal driving.
Question 2:
This sign warns drivers that:
A
the highway ahead is divided into two one-way roadways. Drivers should keep to the right.
B
there is a winding road ahead.
C
there is a double curve ahead.
This traffic sign indicates: there is a double curve ahead. Observing and obeying all roadway signs ensures safe traffic flow and legal driving.
Question 3:
Regardless of fault, a crash report must be filed by the driver of a vehicle if the crash involves property damage of more than $500.
A
False
B
True
The correct driving rule is: False. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 4:
Green signs:
A
tell you about services along the roadway.
B
tell you where you are, which way to go and the distance.
C
alert you to possible dangers ahead due to unplanned traffic incidents.
The correct driving rule is: tell you where you are, which way to go and the distance. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 5:
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 6:
When passing a bicyclist who is riding on the road, you must keep a minimum of ______ between your vehicle and the bicyclist or pedestrian.
A
6 feet
B
3 feet
C
5 feet
Drivers must always yield the right-of-way to pedestrians crossing at intersections and crosswalks: 3 feet. Stop and allow them to clear the lane safely.
Question 7:
This sign means:
A
Business area nearby. Watch for business people.
B
There is a work zone ahead. Watch for workers.
C
The driver is near a school and should watch for children.
Pentagonal (5-sided) signs are exclusively reserved for school zones and school crossings: The driver is near a school and should watch for children. Drivers must reduce speed and yield right-of-way to all crossing children.
Question 8:
If you remain in the back blind spot of a large vehicle:
A
you increase the chance of a crash.
B
the large vehicle will take much longer to stop.
C
you can reduce fuel consumption.
Large commercial trucks have extensive blind spots on all four sides called the 'No-Zone': you increase the chance of a crash. If you cannot see the truck driver in their side mirrors, they cannot see you.
Question 9:
Your driver’s license may be revoked for:
A
Illegally racing with another vehicle.
B
Illegal transportation of alcohol
C
Failure to yield to an emergency vehicle using audible and visual signals.
The correct driving rule is: Illegally racing with another vehicle. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 10:
Which sign has white letters on a red background?
A
Stop
B
School zone
C
Yield
The correct driving rule is: stop. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 11:
Unlike passenger cars, trucks have blind spots:
A
on the right.
B
directly behind them.
C
on the front.
The correct driving rule is: directly behind them. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 12:
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 13:
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 14:
It is permissible to pass on a two-lane, two-way roadway within 100 feet of an intersection or railroad crossing.
A
True
B
False
According to standard right-of-way regulations: False. Yielding appropriately prevents intersection collisions and maintains safe traffic flow.
Question 15:
When following a motorcycle, drivers do not need to allow as much distance as when following a car.
A
True
B
False
Motorcycles can stop rapidly and are easily hidden in vehicle blind spots: False. Always allow an increased following distance of at least 3 to 4 seconds.
Question 16:
If your front wheels start to skid, the first thing you should do is:
A
Take your foot off the gas pedal and shift to neutral.
B
Immediately turn in the direction you want to go.
C
Speed up, pump your brakes and steer in the direction the vehicle is trying to go.
The correct driving rule is: take your foot off the gas pedal and shift to neutral. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 17:
This sign means:
A
Divided highway ahead.
B
Divided highway ends.
C
Drivers will soon be on a roadway with two-way traffic.
This traffic sign indicates: Divided highway ahead. Observing and obeying all roadway signs ensures safe traffic flow and legal driving.
Question 18:
If you hear a thumping sound while driving, you should:
A
hook your shoe under the gas pedal and see if you can free it.
B
get off the road and check your tires.
C
try your emergency lights.
The correct driving rule is: get off the road and check your tires. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 19:
Signs providing directional and mileage information to specific destinations are:
A
red with white letters.
B
green with white letters.
C
black with white letters.
The correct driving rule is: green with white letters. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 20:
This sign warns ____________ ahead.
A
of two-way traffic
B
of a reduction of lanes
C
that a divided highway ends
This traffic sign indicates: of two-way traffic. Observing and obeying all roadway signs ensures safe traffic flow and legal driving.
Question 21:
If the front right wheel of a vehicle runs off the pavement, the driver should slow down by easing off the accelerator, then gently steer back onto the pavement.
A
False
B
True
The correct driving rule is: True. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 22:
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 23:
This road sign means:
A
Divided highway ahead
B
Two-way traffic ahead
C
Four-lane traffic ahead
This traffic sign indicates: Two-way traffic ahead. Observing and obeying all roadway signs ensures safe traffic flow and legal driving.
Question 24:
If cars approaching from opposite directions reach an intersection at the same time:
A
a car that moves straight must yield to cars that turn left.
B
a car that turns left must yield to cars that move straight or turn right.
C
a car that turns right must yield to cars that move straight or turn left.
According to standard right-of-way regulations: a car that turns left must yield to cars that move straight or turn right. Yielding appropriately prevents intersection collisions and maintains safe traffic flow.
Question 25:
This road sign means:
A
No parking
B
Detour ahead
C
Road construction ahead
D
Stop
This traffic sign indicates: Road construction ahead. Observing and obeying all roadway signs ensures safe traffic flow and legal driving.
Question 26:
Unless otherwise posted, the speed limit in school zones (on school days between 7 a.m. and 4 p.m. when children are present and signs are posted) is:
A
20 MPH.
B
30 MPH.
C
15 MPH.
For safe speed and stopping control: 20 MPH. Adjusting speed to match visibility and road traction prevents loss of steering grip.
Question 27:
What is the first thing you should do if your wheels move off the pavement?
A
Pull the steering wheel back.
B
Pull over to the right and sound your horn to warn the other drivers.
C
Ease your foot off the gas pedal and brake gently.
The correct driving rule is: Ease your foot off the gas pedal and brake gently. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 28:
This road sign means:
A
Drive no less than 40 MPH around the curve ahead
B
The speed limit after the curve ahead is 40 MPH.
C
Curve ahead, the recommended speed is 40 MPH or less.
This traffic sign indicates: Curve ahead, the recommended speed is 40 MPH or less. Observing and obeying all roadway signs ensures safe traffic flow and legal driving.
Question 29:
If your gas pedal is stuck, you should:
A
hook your shoe under the pedal and see if you can free it. If not, shift into neutral and use the brake to slow your vehicle and get off the road.
B
ease your foot off the gas pedal and brake gently.
C
turn off the ignition if your vehicle has power steering.
The correct driving rule is: hook your shoe under the pedal and see if you can free it. If not, shift into neutral and use the brake to slow your vehicle and get off the road. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 30:
Black and white signs are regulatory signs.
A
False
B
True
The correct driving rule is: True. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 31:
Drivers must yield the right of way to a bicyclist just as they would to another vehicle.
A
True
B
False
According to standard right-of-way regulations: True. Yielding appropriately prevents intersection collisions and maintains safe traffic flow.
Question 32:
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 33:
A chemical test is used to measure:
A
Vision.
B
Reaction time.
C
Blood alcohol content (BAC).
The correct driving rule is: Blood alcohol content (BAC). Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 34:
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 35:
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.