Question 1:
If you must drive during ice or snow storms, you should:
A
clear the ice and snow from your vehicle.
B
make sure the windshield washer reservoir is filled with a cleaning solution that resists freezing.
C
drive slowly.
D
All of the above.
Hazardous road and weather conditions require extra caution: clear the ice and snow from your vehicle; make sure the windshield washer reservoir is filled with a cleaning solution that resists freezing; drive slowly. Reducing speed and expanding following distance preserves control.
Question 2:
What does a flashing yellow light mean?
A
The same thing as a stop sign.
B
Drivers may move forward with caution.
C
All of the above.
According to standard right-of-way regulations: drivers may move forward with caution. Yielding appropriately prevents intersection collisions and maintains safe traffic flow.
Question 3:
On average, how long does it take your body to remove the alcohol contained in 5 ounces of wine?
A
one hour.
B
30 minutes.
C
3 hours.
Under state DUI and traffic safety laws: one hour. Alcohol degrades judgment, slows reaction times, and distorts depth perception.
Question 4:
The sample route signs, left to right, are for:
A
interstate, state, and U.S. routes.
B
state, U.S., and interstate routes.
C
state, interstate and U.S. routes.
D
U.S., state and interstate routes.
The correct driving rule is: state, U.S., and interstate routes. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 5:
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 6:
What should you do if a vehicle is approaching head-on in your lane?
A
Pull over to the left and use your emergency lights to stop the other driver.
B
Decrease speed, pull over to the right and sound your horn to warn the other driver.
C
Turn off the ignition if your vehicle has power steering.
The correct driving rule is: Decrease speed, pull over to the right and sound your horn to warn the other driver. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 7:
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 8:
You should never depend on your mirrors when you prepare to change lanes. Why?
A
Mirrors leave “blind spots” behind both sides of vehicles.
B
Mirrors need to be adjusted.
C
Mirrors are useless.
The correct driving rule is: Mirrors leave “blind spots” behind both sides of vehicles. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 9:
To reduce their chances of colliding with an animal, drivers should:
A
scan the sides of the road to watch for the reflection of vehicle headlights in the eyes of animals.
B
look well down the road and far off to each side.
C
All of the above.
All of the listed points are essential driving requirements: scan the sides of the road to watch for the reflection of vehicle headlights in the eyes of animals; look well down the road and far off to each side. Practicing each ensures compliance with DMV safety laws.
Question 10:
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 11:
What should you do if your vision through the windshield becomes blocked?
A
Pull your vehicle off the road and park it.
B
Turn on your emergency lights.
C
Open the side window so you can see.
D
All of the above.
All of the listed points are essential driving requirements: Pull your vehicle off the road and park it; Turn on your emergency lights; Open the side window so you can see. Practicing each ensures compliance with DMV safety laws.
Question 12:
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 13:
In New York City, unless a sign that permits it is posted:
A
you must not yield the right-of-way to oncoming traffic and pedestrians.
B
you are not allowed to stop at a red light.
C
you are not allowed to turn on a red light.
D
you must not make a right turn at a steady green light.
The correct driving rule is: you are not allowed to turn on a red light. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 14:
Seat belt use is not required in ____ or older vehicles.
A
1982
B
1968
C
1964
D
1974
The correct driving rule is: 1964. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 15:
If you are blinded by headlights on an approaching vehicle, you should:
A
avoid looking directly at the bright lights.
B
glance toward the side of the road, then look quickly ahead to determine the other vehicle’s position.
C
All of the above.
All of the listed points are essential driving requirements: avoid looking directly at the bright lights; glance toward the side of the road, then look quickly ahead to determine the other vehicle’s position. Practicing each ensures compliance with DMV safety laws.
Question 16:
If you hear an emergency vehicle heading toward your vehicle, in which case are you required to pull over and stop?
A
When the emergency vehicle is coming from the right.
B
When the emergency vehicle is coming from the left.
C
When the emergency vehicle is headed toward you in the opposite lane of a two-lane roadway.
D
Always.
When sharing the road with other vehicles: Always. Giving large vehicles and vulnerable users adequate clearance prevents dangerous accidents.
Question 17:
Roads are most slippery:
A
just before it rains.
B
when it stops raining.
C
when it first starts to rain.
For safe speed and stopping control: when it first starts to rain. Adjusting speed to match visibility and road traction prevents loss of steering grip.
Question 18:
BAC is:
A
the acronym for Beer ACcumulation.
B
the number of ounces of alcohol in your blood.
C
the percentage of alcohol in your blood.
Under state DUI and traffic safety laws: the percentage of alcohol in your blood. Alcohol degrades judgment, slows reaction times, and distorts depth perception.
Question 19:
This sign means:
A
Hairpin corner ahead.
B
Warning: U-turn ahead.
C
Sharp right turn ahead.
This traffic sign indicates: Hairpin corner ahead. Observing and obeying all roadway signs ensures safe traffic flow and legal driving.
Question 20:
Courts must order all drivers convicted of DWI or AGG-DWI to:
A
install and maintain an ignition interlock on any vehicle owned or operated by such driver.
B
attend a Safe Driving Course.
C
attend an approved driver education course.
D
drink no alcohol at all for 6 months.
Under state DUI and traffic safety laws: install and maintain an ignition interlock on any vehicle owned or operated by such driver. Alcohol degrades judgment, slows reaction times, and distorts depth perception.