Question 1:
What is the most difficult season in which to drive?
A
Fall
B
Spring
C
Winter
D
Summer
The correct driving rule is: Winter. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 2:
Parking is not allowed within __ feet of a crosswalk at an intersection.
A
20
B
5
C
50
D
30
Drivers must always yield the right-of-way to pedestrians crossing at intersections and crosswalks: 20. Stop and allow them to clear the lane safely.
Question 3:
When a stopped school bus flashes its red lights, drivers should stop at least ___ feet away from the bus.
A
50
B
30
C
20
D
5
When a school bus displays flashing red lights and extended stop sign: 20. Traffic in both directions must come to a full stop on undivided roads until children are clear.
Question 4:
What can you do to prevent skids on snow and ice?
A
Allow the wheels to keep turning.
B
Brake early and gently.
C
All of the above.
Hazardous road and weather conditions require extra caution: Allow the wheels to keep turning; Brake early and gently. Reducing speed and expanding following distance preserves control.
Question 5:
Passengers under __ must be correctly secured in a government approved child safety seat that is attached to a vehicle by a safety belt or LATCH system.
A
6
B
3
C
4
D
5
The correct driving rule is: 4. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 6:
Any bicycle crash that causes death or serious injury must be reported to DMV within ________ of the incident.
A
30 days
B
15 days
C
10 days
D
20 days
State laws require motorists to provide a safe clearance buffer: 10 days. Allow at least 3 feet of space when overtaking a bicyclist.
Question 7:
This road sign warns drivers that:
A
the road surface ahead changes to a low-type surface or earth road.
B
vehicles must leave the pavement immediately.
C
the dirt on the side of the road is soft.
This traffic sign indicates: the road surface ahead changes to a low-type surface or earth road. Observing and obeying all roadway signs ensures safe traffic flow and legal driving.
Question 8:
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 9:
What should you do when an aggressive driver confronts you?
A
Avoid eye contact with the aggressive driver.
B
Make eye contact.
C
Challenge the aggressive driver with increased speed.
The correct driving rule is: avoid eye contact with the aggressive driver. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 10:
What is true about an ignition interlock device?
A
It measures the alcohol content of the breath of the driver.
B
If ordered by a judge as a condition of probation pertaining to some alcohol-related offenses, it must be purchased and installed at the expense of the motorist.
C
A vehicle with an installed ignition interlock device can not be started until the driver provides an acceptable sample breath.
D
All of the above.
All of the listed points are essential driving requirements: It measures the alcohol content of the breath of the driver; If ordered by a judge as a condition of probation pertaining to some alcohol-related offenses, it must be purchased and installed at the expense of the motorist; A vehicle with an installed ignition interlock device can not be started until the driver provides an acceptable sample breath. Practicing each ensures compliance with DMV safety laws.
Question 11:
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 12:
Your red traffic signal changes to green while a pedestrian is crossing in your traffic lane. The right of way should be given:
A
by the pedestrian, but only when vehicles are turning left.
B
by the pedestrian.
C
to the pedestrian.
Circular signs with an 'X' and 'RR' designate a Railroad Advance Warning: to the pedestrian. Drivers must slow down, look both ways, listen for trains, and be prepared to stop.
Question 13:
A BAC of ___ percent or higher is legal evidence of intoxication.
A
0.08
B
0.8
C
0.05
D
0.18
In nearly all US states, drivers age 21 and older are legally intoxicated with a Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) of 0.08% or higher.
Question 14:
Service signs are ____ with ____ letters and symbols.
A
blue; white
B
white; black
C
green; white
The correct driving rule is: blue; white. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 15:
When they see this road sign, drivers should:
A
drive carefully because the animal pictured on the sign is extremely rare in the area.
B
watch for this species crossing the road.
C
park in the zoo area.
This traffic sign indicates: watch for this species crossing the road. Observing and obeying all roadway signs ensures safe traffic flow and legal driving.
Question 16:
The picture shows a _________ sign.
A
no U-turn
B
no left turn
C
sharp turn
The correct driving rule is: no U-turn. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 17:
In New York State, a ‘texting while driving’ offense is generally punished with:
A
a fine.
B
license suspension.
C
license revocation.
D
license cancellation.
The correct driving rule is: a fine. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 18:
A steady red “X” light above the pavement means:
A
Do not drive in this lane.
B
This lane can only be used for a left turn.
C
Move from this lane.
D
This lane can only be used for a right turn.
The correct driving rule is: Do not drive in this lane. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 19:
If you hear an emergency vehicle heading toward your vehicle from __________, you must pull over immediately to the right edge of the road and stop.
A
behind
B
any direction
C
the right
D
the left
When sharing the road with other vehicles: any direction. Giving large vehicles and vulnerable users adequate clearance prevents dangerous accidents.
Question 20:
Blind spots around a large vehicle are _________________ than the blind spots around a car.
A
larger and deeper
B
less dangerous
C
narrower and shorter
The correct driving rule is: larger and deeper. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.