Question 1:
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 2:
A good rule of thumb for drivers sharing the road with a truck is:
A
it is better to drive to the immediate right of the cab.
B
always try to stay alongside a truck, but never drive right behind it.
C
if you can’t see the truck driver in their side mirror, they can’t see you.
When sharing the road with other vehicles: if you can’t see the truck driver in their side mirror, they can’t see you. Giving large vehicles and vulnerable users adequate clearance prevents dangerous accidents.
Question 3:
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 4:
Who is most at risk?
A
Drivers who are fatigued.
B
Drivers who are driving on long, boring roads.
C
All of the above.
All of the listed points are essential driving requirements: Drivers who are fatigued; Drivers who are driving on long, boring roads. Practicing each ensures compliance with DMV safety laws.
Question 5:
Taking drugs and alcohol together:
A
helps you get rid of the effects of alcohol in your body.
B
has no effect on your general driving ability.
C
increase the risk of causing a crash.
D
is no more dangerous than alcohol by itself.
Under state DUI and traffic safety laws: increase the risk of causing a crash. Alcohol degrades judgment, slows reaction times, and distorts depth perception.
Question 6:
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 7:
When is it safe to pass another vehicle?
A
Whenever signs and/or markings permit passing other vehicles.
B
When you are entering a curve and there are no oncoming vehicles.
C
When you are driving through an intersection and there are no oncoming vehicles.
The correct driving rule is: Whenever signs and/or markings permit passing other vehicles. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 8:
To avoid panic stops, you should:
A
scan the road ahead for hazards.
B
drive with your window down.
C
pump your brakes to make sure they work.
The correct driving rule is: scan the road ahead for hazards. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 9:
When passing you should NOT:
A
leave less than 4 feet of space between your vehicle and the vehicle you are passing.
B
signal left to let others know that you will be pulling out.
C
look in your rearview mirrors and glance over your shoulder before pulling out to pass.
D
go far enough past the vehicle you are passing so that you can see the vehicle in your inside rearview mirror.
Defensive driving guidelines state that: leave less than 4 feet of space between your vehicle and the vehicle you are passing. Anticipating road hazards and communicating maneuvers keeps traffic predictable and safe.
Question 10:
When following a motorcycle, drivers must remember that motorcycles can ____________ than other vehicles.
A
accelerate much faster
B
stop much more quickly
C
stop much more slowly
Motorcycles can stop rapidly and are easily hidden in vehicle blind spots: stop much more quickly. Always allow an increased following distance of at least 3 to 4 seconds.
Question 11:
If an aggressive driver cuts you off, you should:
A
sound your horn.
B
look towards the left side of the road.
C
stay calm and get out of the aggressive driver's way.
D
call the police immediately.
The correct driving rule is: stay calm and get out of the aggressive driver's way. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 12:
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 13:
At night, it is hardest to see:
A
street lights.
B
pedestrians.
C
other motorists.
D
road signs.
The correct driving rule is: pedestrians. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 14:
To avoid becoming an aggressive driver, you should allow enough travel time to reach your destination on schedule.
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 15:
A driver cuts off another vehicle, or threatens another motorist or a pedestrian. These are examples of:
A
excessive driving
B
road rage
C
defensive driving
Drivers must always yield the right-of-way to pedestrians crossing at intersections and crosswalks: road rage. Stop and allow them to clear the lane safely.
Question 16:
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 17:
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 18:
This road sign means:
A
Cars in right lane must slow down
B
Merging traffic ahead
C
Pass only in the right lane
D
No left turn
This traffic sign indicates: Merging traffic ahead. Observing and obeying all roadway signs ensures safe traffic flow and legal driving.
Question 19:
This is:
A
a side road sign.
B
a merging traffic sign.
C
a right curve sign.
The correct driving rule is: a side road sign. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 20:
This sign is used to warn drivers about:
A
road construction.
B
changes in traffic lanes.
C
curves ahead.
D
drowsy driving.
This traffic sign indicates: curves ahead. Observing and obeying all roadway signs ensures safe traffic flow and legal driving.
Question 21:
If your accelerator becomes stuck while driving, you should:
A
hold the steering wheel firmly and turn the ignition off while the vehicle is moving.
B
turn the engine off and try to drive the car safely off the roadway.
C
shift to neutral, apply the brakes and try to drive the car safely off the road.
D
shift to park and apply the brakes until you come to a complete stop.
The correct driving rule is: shift to neutral, apply the brakes and try to drive the car safely off the road. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 22:
When you come to an intersection with a flashing red light, you must:
A
stop at the intersection, then proceed when safe and observe the right-of-way rules.
B
slow down and drive carefully through the intersection.
C
stop at the intersection and wait for a flashing green light.
D
stop only if cars are approaching the intersection.
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 23:
What do flashing red lights on a school bus indicate?
A
The bus is stopped to load or discharge passengers.
B
Traffic that approaches from either direction may proceed.
C
The bus is about to stop.
When a school bus displays flashing red lights and extended stop sign: The bus is stopped to load or discharge passengers. Traffic in both directions must come to a full stop on undivided roads until children are clear.
Question 24:
You are driving behind another vehicle and notice that the driver is driving with one hand, talking to a passenger. You as a driver:
A
know that you should avoid this bad habit.
B
know that you should give the vehicle ahead extra room.
C
know that the driver in the vehicle ahead is reducing his safety margin by being an inattentive driver.
D
All of the above.
All of the listed points are essential driving requirements: know that you should avoid this bad habit; know that you should give the vehicle ahead extra room; know that the driver in the vehicle ahead is reducing his safety margin by being an inattentive driver. Practicing each ensures compliance with DMV safety laws.
Question 25:
This road sign means:
A
There is a series of sharp turns up ahead on the road
B
Sharp right turn ahead.
C
A road joins from the right
This traffic sign indicates: There is a series of sharp turns up ahead on the road. Observing and obeying all roadway signs ensures safe traffic flow and legal driving.