Question 1:
At a stop sign there is no stop line or crosswalk. You must stop:
A
before you enter the intersection.
B
at the next crosswalk.
C
after you enter the intersection, if you have a clear view of traffic on the intersecting roadway.
Drivers must always yield the right-of-way to pedestrians crossing at intersections and crosswalks: before you enter the intersection. Stop and allow them to clear the lane safely.
Question 2:
One broken line indicates:
A
You can pass other vehicles and change lanes, if it is safe.
B
You can not pass other vehicles or go across the line.
C
You can change lanes, but only when traffic conditions or obstructions in the road make it necessary.
The correct driving rule is: you can pass other vehicles and change lanes, if it is safe. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 3:
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 4:
This road sign means:
A
No left turn
B
No U-turn
C
Detour ahead
This traffic sign indicates: No U-turn. Observing and obeying all roadway signs ensures safe traffic flow and legal driving.
Question 5:
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 6:
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 7:
This sign indicates the _______________ vehicles can safely travel in this area.
A
suggested speed
B
maximum speed
C
minimum speed
This traffic sign indicates: maximum speed. Observing and obeying all roadway signs ensures safe traffic flow and legal driving.
Question 8:
If you stop at a railroad crossing with more than one track:
A
proceed with caution until you see a train.
B
go through when one of the tracks is free.
C
go through as soon as the first train passes.
D
wait until you have a clear view of both tracks.
The correct driving rule is: wait until you have a clear view of both tracks. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 9:
Smoking while driving:
A
does not affect driving abilities.
B
is not distracting.
C
helps increase driver alertness.
D
is distracting.
The correct driving rule is: is distracting. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 10:
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 11:
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 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:
Drivers may need more space in front of their vehicle:
A
when following motorcycles.
B
when carrying a heavy load or pulling a trailer.
C
All of the above.
All of the listed points are essential driving requirements: when following motorcycles; when carrying a heavy load or pulling a trailer. Practicing each ensures compliance with DMV safety laws.
Question 14:
What should you do if your rear wheels start to skid?
A
Steer left if your rear wheels slide right.
B
If the vehicle has ABS, pump the pedal carefully.
C
Turn the steering wheel in the direction the vehicle is trying to go.
The correct driving rule is: turn the steering wheel in the direction the vehicle is trying to go. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 15:
This road sign means:
A
You must turn right
B
Railroad crossing
C
Crossroad ahead
D
4-way stop
This traffic sign indicates: Crossroad ahead. Observing and obeying all roadway signs ensures safe traffic flow and legal driving.
Question 16:
This sign warns drivers of:
A
a side road.
B
a sharp turn.
C
a cross road.
This traffic sign indicates: a sharp turn. Observing and obeying all roadway signs ensures safe traffic flow and legal driving.
Question 17:
Two drivers reach an uncontrolled intersection at the same time. Who has the right of way?
A
The driver on the left.
B
No one.
C
The driver on the right.
At an uncontrolled intersection or 4-way stop where vehicles arrive at the same time: The driver on the right. The driver on the left must always yield to the driver on the right.
Question 18:
If another vehicle passes you on the left, you must:
A
increase your speed slightly and keep to the right.
B
decrease your speed, then pull over to the right and stop.
C
decrease your speed slightly and keep to the right.
The correct driving rule is: decrease your speed slightly and keep to the right. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 19:
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 20:
__________ are blue with white letters and symbols.
A
Warning signs
B
Service signs
C
Destination signs (guide signs)
The correct driving rule is: Service signs. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
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:
To enter a freeway:
A
signal, yield, and enter at the same speed that traffic is moving.
B
drive slowly so you can check traffic.
C
signal and enter the freeway. You have the right-of-way.
D
make a complete stop before entering the freeway.
Defensive driving guidelines state that: signal, yield, and enter at the same speed that traffic is moving. Anticipating road hazards and communicating maneuvers keeps traffic predictable and safe.
Question 23:
This road sign means:
A
A road joins from the left
B
The road ahead turns sharply right then sharply left
C
Sharp right turn
D
Winding road ahead
This traffic sign indicates: The road ahead turns sharply right then sharply left. Observing and obeying all roadway signs ensures safe traffic flow and legal driving.
Question 24:
This sign tells drivers:
A
they must wait for the traffic signal to turn green before turning right or left.
B
they may not turn right or left during the red light.
C
All of the above.
This sign alerts drivers to several mandatory requirements: they must wait for the traffic signal to turn green before turning right or left, they may not turn right or left during the red light. Obeying all posted traffic control instructions is required by law.
Question 25:
Warning signs normally are:
A
rectangles.
B
triangles.
C
diamond-shaped.
The correct driving rule is: diamond-shaped. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.