Question 1:
A pedestrian starts to cross in front of your vehicle. You should:
A
sound your horn and proceed with caution.
B
slow down.
C
speed up and pass in front of the pedestrian.
D
stop until the person is out of the crosswalk.
Drivers must always yield the right-of-way to pedestrians crossing at intersections and crosswalks: stop until the person is out of the crosswalk. Stop and allow them to clear the lane safely.
Question 2:
If you stop along the road at night:
A
turn on your emergency flashers and leave your low beams on.
B
turn off your emergency lights and leave your high beams on.
C
turn on your headlights only.
D
turn off all your lights.
The correct driving rule is: turn on your emergency flashers and leave your low beams on. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 3:
This road sign means:
A
Slow down and yield to traffic on main road when merging
B
Always come to a complete stop
C
Lane reduction ahead
D
You must come to a complete stop and yield right-of-way
A triangular Yield sign requires drivers to slow down and give right-of-way to other traffic: slow down and yield to traffic on main road when merging. Proceed only when there is a safe opening.
Question 4:
There are two traffic lanes in your direction. You are driving in the left lane and many vehicles are passing you on the right, and the driver behind you wishes to drive faster. You should:
A
stay in your lane and maintain your current speed.
B
drive onto the left shoulder to let the other driver pass.
C
move over into the right lane when safe to do so.
Defensive driving guidelines state that: move over into the right lane when safe to do so. Anticipating road hazards and communicating maneuvers keeps traffic predictable and safe.
Question 5:
To be able to turn quickly, your hands should be:
A
placed outside of the steering wheel on opposite sides
B
next to each other on the top of the steering wheel.
C
on the steering wheel, so they are at the 6 and 12 o'clock positions.
The correct driving rule is: placed outside of the steering wheel on opposite sides. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 6:
Where must a pedestrian walk when there are no sidewalks?
A
On the side of the road, in the same direction of traffic.
B
In the middle of the road, facing oncoming traffic.
C
On the side of the road, facing the traffic.
Drivers must always yield the right-of-way to pedestrians crossing at intersections and crosswalks: On the side of the road, facing the traffic. Stop and allow them to clear the lane safely.
Question 7:
The sign in the picture:
A
shows the highest speed drivers can travel at the exit of the intersection.
B
is used to advise motorists of the appropriate ramp speed at the highway exit point.
C
indicates the minimum ramp speed at the highway exit point.
The correct driving rule is: is used to advise motorists of the appropriate ramp speed at the highway exit point. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 8:
Continuous hard braking on ice and snow often:
A
is the best option during winter.
B
keeps the brakes from freezing.
C
causes the front wheels to lock.
For safe speed and stopping control: causes the front wheels to lock. Adjusting speed to match visibility and road traction prevents loss of steering grip.
Question 9:
You can reduce the chance of a collision with a large vehicle if you:
A
delay near it.
B
cut abruptly in front of it.
C
pay close attention to the turn signals.
The correct driving rule is: pay close attention to the turn signals. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 10:
The use of alcohol and/or drugs affects:
A
concentration and reaction time.
B
alertness and judgement.
C
All of the above.
Alcohol and impairing substances degrade all critical driving functions: concentration and reaction time; alertness and judgement. Driving while impaired carries severe criminal and safety penalties.
Question 11:
An octagonal sign means that drivers must:
A
respect the posted speed limit.
B
come to a complete stop at the marked stop line.
C
be aware possible hazards ahead.
An octagonal Stop sign requires a full and complete stop before the stop line or crosswalk: come to a complete stop at the marked stop line. Proceed only after yielding to all cross traffic and pedestrians.
Question 12:
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 13:
To avoid hydroplaning, drivers should:
A
slow down.
B
apply the brakes firmly.
C
drive at a constant speed.
The correct driving rule is: slow down. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 14:
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 15:
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 16:
As you drive on the expressway, make sure:
A
you cut off vehicles behind you when you change lanes.
B
to signal all lane changes.
C
your directional signal goes off before you change lanes.
The correct driving rule is: to signal all lane changes. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 17:
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 18:
This road sign means:
A
Slow down and be prepared to stop if necessary
B
You must come to a complete stop
C
You may proceed at regular speed through the intersection
D
Wrong Way
This traffic sign indicates: slow down and be prepared to stop if necessary. Observing and obeying all roadway signs ensures safe traffic flow and legal driving.
Question 19:
When riding in a vehicle equipped with air bags is, children ages 12 and under are safer:
A
buckled up in the back seat.
B
in the bed of a pick-up truck.
C
buckled up in the front seat.
The correct driving rule is: buckled up in the back seat. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 20:
When passing other vehicles, drivers should:
A
make sure the passing lane is clear of traffic, and check behind and to the left to make sure another vehicle is not attempting to pass.
B
pass the vehicle as slowly as possible.
C
apply the brake and slow down.
D
All of the above.
Defensive driving guidelines state that: make sure the passing lane is clear of traffic, and check behind and to the left to make sure another vehicle is not attempting to pass. Anticipating road hazards and communicating maneuvers keeps traffic predictable and safe.
Question 21:
This road sign means:
A
Stop sign ahead
B
Keep to the side indicated by the arrow
C
Side road
D
Low shoulder
This traffic sign indicates: keep to the side indicated by the arrow. Observing and obeying all roadway signs ensures safe traffic flow and legal driving.
Question 22:
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 23:
When following another vehicle at night, drivers should use:
A
low beam headlights.
B
emergency flashers.
C
high beam headlights.
The correct driving rule is: low beam headlights. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 24:
This road sign means:
A
Wrong Way
B
Merging Traffic
C
Curve ahead
This traffic sign indicates: Curve ahead. Observing and obeying all roadway signs ensures safe traffic flow and legal driving.
Question 25:
Before passing a vehicle or changing lanes, remember to:
A
only pass or change lanes if the change can be completed without speeding.
B
signal your return to the left lane.
C
sound your horn as you pass.
Defensive driving guidelines state that: only pass or change lanes if the change can be completed without speeding. Anticipating road hazards and communicating maneuvers keeps traffic predictable and safe.