Question 1:
This sign indicates:
A
A slow-moving vehicle
B
A no-passing zone
C
Yield
This traffic sign indicates: A slow-moving vehicle. Observing and obeying all roadway signs ensures safe traffic flow and legal driving.
Question 2:
You should use turn signals to indicate your intention with sufficient time to allow other drivers to see the signal:
A
if it’s raining.
B
AFTER you move.
C
BEFORE you move.
State laws require signaling your intention: BEFORE you move. Signal at least 100 feet before making a turn or changing lanes.
Question 3:
Using a smartphone while driving is permitted as long as the driver is using a hands-free device.
A
True
B
False
The correct driving rule is: True. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 4:
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 5:
A flashing yellow light:
A
warns drivers to proceed with caution.
B
is used at dangerous intersections.
C
All of the above.
Safe navigation at intersections requires following all established rules: warns drivers to proceed with caution; is used at dangerous intersections. Always yield right-of-way properly to prevent collisions.
Question 6:
The sign in the picture:
A
is a Construction and Maintenance Traffic Control sign.
B
is found at most intersections and indicates that drivers must yield to other vehicles.
C
is displayed on the rear of slow moving vehicles.
The correct driving rule is: is displayed on the rear of slow moving vehicles. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 7:
This sign means:
A
You may make a U-turn.
B
Hairpin corner ahead.
C
You must make a U-turn.
This traffic sign indicates: you must make a U-turn. Observing and obeying all roadway signs ensures safe traffic flow and legal driving.
Question 8:
This road sign means:
A
Railroad Warning
B
Stop ahead
C
Yield ahead
D
Side Road
This traffic sign indicates: stop ahead. Observing and obeying all roadway signs ensures safe traffic flow and legal driving.
Question 9:
This road sign means:
A
Winding road
B
Side road ahead
C
Slippery when wet
This traffic sign indicates: Slippery when wet. Observing and obeying all roadway signs ensures safe traffic flow and legal driving.
Question 10:
If you are arrested with a blood-alcohol concentration (BAC) of .08 percent or more, your driving privileges will be suspended for at least six months.
A
False
B
True
Under state DUI and traffic safety laws: True. Alcohol degrades judgment, slows reaction times, and distorts depth perception.
Question 11:
Slow vehicles should travel in the the left-hand lane except when passing or making a left turn.
A
False
B
True
Defensive driving guidelines state that: False. Anticipating road hazards and communicating maneuvers keeps traffic predictable and safe.
Question 12:
Traffic lights are normally ____________ from the top to bottom or left to right.
A
red, green 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:
When an emergency vehicle approaches using a siren, air horn or a red or blue flashing light, drivers must move to the right side of the road and stop until the vehicle has passed.
A
True
B
False
Diamond-shaped yellow warning signs alert drivers to upcoming roadway hazards: True. Adjusting speed in advance prevents skids and loss of control.
Question 14:
You hear a siren close by but can not see where the emergency vehicle is. What do you do?
A
Keep driving until you are sure the emergency vehicle is headed toward you.
B
Stop immediately and activate your emergency flashers.
C
Pull over to the right side of the road and stop until you are sure the emergency vehicle is not headed toward you.
When sharing the road with other vehicles: pull over to the right side of the road and stop until you are sure the emergency vehicle is not headed toward you. Giving large vehicles and vulnerable users adequate clearance prevents dangerous accidents.
Question 15:
Speed limit signs are:
A
service signs
B
regulation signs (regulatory signs)
C
warning signs
For safe speed and stopping control: regulation signs (regulatory signs). Adjusting speed to match visibility and road traction prevents loss of steering grip.
Question 16:
Your driving privileges may be revoked for giving false information to the Secretary of State.
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 17:
How can you prevent fatigue on a long trip?
A
Plan to drive long trips with a companion.
B
Get enough sleep.
C
All of the above.
Alcohol and impairing substances degrade all critical driving functions: Plan to drive long trips with a companion; Get enough sleep. Driving while impaired carries severe criminal and safety penalties.
Question 18:
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 19:
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 20:
Most rear-end collisions are caused by vehicle operators following another vehicle more closely than is reasonable and prudent.
A
True
B
False
The correct driving rule is: True. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
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 means:
A
Side Road
B
Watch for blind people
C
Pedestrian Crossing
This traffic sign indicates: Pedestrian Crossing. Observing and obeying all roadway signs ensures safe traffic flow and legal driving.
Question 23:
This regulatory sign tells drivers that:
A
traffic in the left lane must turn left at the intersection ahead.
B
all vehicles must turn left immediately.
C
traffic in the right lane must go straight.
This traffic sign indicates: traffic in the left lane must turn left at the intersection ahead. Observing and obeying all roadway signs ensures safe traffic flow and legal driving.
Question 24:
What message will be found on this pennant shaped sign?
A
Right turns only.
B
No passing zone.
C
Drive with caution: the road ahead turns right.
The correct driving rule is: No passing zone. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 25:
This sign warns drivers that:
A
they must turn either to the right or left.
B
there is a double curve ahead.
C
there is a winding road ahead.
This traffic sign indicates: there is a winding road ahead. Observing and obeying all roadway signs ensures safe traffic flow and legal driving.
Question 26:
On two-lane, two-way streets or highways, you should start left turns close to the center line.
A
True
B
False
The correct driving rule is: True. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 27:
You want to turn left at an intersection ahead. A car reaches the intersection from the opposite direction and moves straight ahead. You:
A
can turn left. You have the right of way.
B
must wait for the car to go through before you turn.
C
may not enter the intersection to prepare for your left turn if the light is green.
According to standard right-of-way regulations: must wait for the car to go through before you turn. Yielding appropriately prevents intersection collisions and maintains safe traffic flow.
Question 28:
If your car goes into water, you should:
A
wait for water to rush in and let it out in small breaths through your nose.
B
call the fire department immediately.
C
remove yourself before it starts to sink.
The correct driving rule is: remove yourself before it starts to sink. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 29:
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 30:
This road sign means:
A
Trucks have the right-of-way
B
Hill
C
Trucks merging from the right
This traffic sign indicates: Hill. Observing and obeying all roadway signs ensures safe traffic flow and legal driving.
Question 31:
Motorcyclists are entitled to use the full width of a traffic lane; therefore, a driver should pass a motorcycle the same way as passing another vehicle.
A
False
B
True
Motorcycles can stop rapidly and are easily hidden in vehicle blind spots: True. Always allow an increased following distance of at least 3 to 4 seconds.
Question 32:
Trying to beat a tractor-trailer to a single-lane construction zone creates a particularly dangerous situation.
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 33:
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 34:
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 35:
If the entrance lane is too short to allow acceleration to expressway speed, you should:
A
stop and wait for a large space in traffic.
B
enter the expressway and accelerate quickly.
C
reduce your speed to 15 MPH or less and blend with traffic.
For safe speed and stopping control: stop and wait for a large space in traffic. Adjusting speed to match visibility and road traction prevents loss of steering grip.
Question 36:
Alcohol is the single greatest factor in fatal motor vehicle accidents.
A
False
B
True
Under state DUI and traffic safety laws: True. Alcohol degrades judgment, slows reaction times, and distorts depth perception.
Question 37:
What does the flashing signal in the picture indicate?
A
The same thing as a stop sign.
B
Pedestrians should finish crossing the street if started.
C
Pedestrians should start crossing the street.
State laws require signaling your intention: pedestrians should finish crossing the street if started. Signal at least 100 feet before making a turn or changing lanes.
Question 38:
Which of the following drugs could affect your ability to drive?
A
A cold remedy.
B
Marijuana.
C
All of the above.
Alcohol and impairing substances degrade all critical driving functions: A cold remedy; Marijuana. Driving while impaired carries severe criminal and safety penalties.
Question 39:
What should you do in case of a steering failure?
A
Pump your gas pedal a few times to increase the pressure.
B
Don't panic. Turn on your emergency lights to let other drivers know you are having car problems. Move toward the side of the road and bring the car to a gradual stop.
C
Leave the road immediately.
The correct driving rule is: Don't panic. Turn on your emergency lights to let other drivers know you are having car problems. Move toward the side of the road and bring the car to a gradual stop. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 40:
Drivers should treat a railroad crossbuck sign the same as a yield sign.
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 41:
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 42:
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 43:
Where must you position your vehicle when you prepare to make a left turn from a two-way roadway into a one-way roadway?
A
As far to the right as possible.
B
On the right curb.
C
As close as possible to the center line.
The correct driving rule is: As close as possible to the center line. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 44:
If you are continually being passed on the right, you should:
A
move into the right lane and allow other vehicles to pass you on the left.
B
move into the left lane and allow other vehicles to pass you on the right.
C
increase your speed immediately.
The correct driving rule is: move into the right lane and allow other vehicles to pass you on the left. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 45:
If a traffic officer signals you to drive through a red light:
A
you must do it.
B
you must wait for the red light to turn green.
C
you must not obey the officer. Signs and signals take precedence over directions given by traffic officers.
According to standard right-of-way regulations: you must do it. Yielding appropriately prevents intersection collisions and maintains safe traffic flow.
Question 46:
After you stop for a school bus, you must:
A
turn off your engine.
B
pass the bus before the red lights stop flashing.
C
None of the above.
When a school bus displays flashing red lights and extended stop sign: None of the above. Traffic in both directions must come to a full stop on undivided roads until children are clear.
Question 47:
Are drivers allowed to exceed the speed limit to pass other vehicles?
A
Yes, but only by 10 MPH or less.
B
No.
C
Yes, but only if they drive with caution.
For safe speed and stopping control: No. Adjusting speed to match visibility and road traction prevents loss of steering grip.
Question 48:
A motorist who refuses to submit to a chemical test will face a suspension of driving privileges for up to two years.
A
True
B
False
The correct driving rule is: True. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 49:
Your car stalls on the tracks at a railroad crossing, and a collision with a train is imminent. After getting yourself and your passengers out of the car, you should:
A
run toward the train but stay off the tracks.
B
signal the train to stop.
C
cross the tracks.
The correct driving rule is: run toward the train but stay off the tracks. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 50:
What does a yellow arrow signal mean?
A
The same as the yellow light, but applies only to movement in the direction of the arrow.
B
The same as a green light.
C
Vehicles moving in all directions must stop if they can. The light will soon be red.
State laws require signaling your intention: The same as the yellow light, but applies only to movement in the direction of the arrow. Signal at least 100 feet before making a turn or changing lanes.