Question 1:
Air bags are meant to _________ seat belts.
A
work with
B
fix
C
replace
The correct driving rule is: work with. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 2:
In the following situations, drivers should increase their following interval:
A
When following vehicles that are required to come to a stop at railroad crossings.
B
When it is hard to see ahead because of bad weather.
C
All of the above.
All of the listed points are essential driving requirements: When following vehicles that are required to come to a stop at railroad crossings; When it is hard to see ahead because of bad weather. Practicing each ensures compliance with DMV safety laws.
Question 3:
Because many crashes happen when a vehicle is turning left, drivers should:
A
slow down gradually while checking the rear view mirror.
B
move into the left lane of a multilane road.
C
yield to oncoming vehicles, bicyclists and pedestrians.
D
All of the above.
All of the listed points are essential driving requirements: slow down gradually while checking the rear view mirror; move into the left lane of a multilane road; yield to oncoming vehicles, bicyclists and pedestrians. Practicing each ensures compliance with DMV safety laws.
Question 4:
When driving in heavy rain, drivers should use:
A
parking lights.
B
low beam headlights.
C
high beam headlights.
For safe speed and stopping control: low beam headlights. Adjusting speed to match visibility and road traction prevents loss of steering grip.
Question 5:
When the road is slippery, you should:
A
brake suddenly carefully.
B
pump your brakes.
C
press your brakes in slow, steady strokes.
For safe speed and stopping control: press your brakes in slow, steady strokes. Adjusting speed to match visibility and road traction prevents loss of steering grip.
Question 6:
An orange triangle with red borders means:
A
Slow moving vehicle
B
No Passing Zone
C
Yield
D
Work zone ahead
The correct driving rule is: slow moving vehicle. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 7:
After parking, are you allowed to open a door on the road side of your vehicle?
A
Yes, always.
B
Yes, but only if it does not interfere with bicyclists and other traffic.
C
No, never.
Under standard parking and curb regulations: Yes, but only if it does not interfere with bicyclists and other traffic. Following parking distance clearances keeps roadways unobstructed and emergency lanes accessible.
Question 8:
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 9:
Your brake lights tell other drivers that you:
A
are changing lanes.
B
are slowing down or stopping.
C
are making a turn.
D
have your emergency brake on.
The correct driving rule is: are slowing down or stopping. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 10:
Drivers should check their rearview mirrors:
A
often to see how traffic is moving behind them.
B
only when slowing down.
C
to see if a truck is in their blind spot.
The correct driving rule is: often to see how traffic is moving behind them. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 11:
What should drivers do when the red lights begin to flash?
A
Stop.
B
Yield.
C
Slow down.
The correct driving rule is: stop. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 12:
Drowsy drivers:
A
are typically older drivers.
B
are at risk of being involved in a crash.
C
should drink coffee to stay awake.
D
can stay awake by opening a window.
Under state DUI and traffic safety laws: are at risk of being involved in a crash. Alcohol degrades judgment, slows reaction times, and distorts depth perception.
Question 13:
Drinking alcoholic beverages:
A
gives you a feeling of false confidence.
B
impairs your judgement.
C
slows your reaction time.
D
All of the above.
All of the listed points are essential driving requirements: gives you a feeling of false confidence; impairs your judgement; slows your reaction time. Practicing each ensures compliance with DMV safety laws.
Question 14:
After stopping for a school bus that is unloading children you should:
A
accelerate quickly and pass.
B
put on your emergency flashers.
C
watch for children walking along the side of the road.
D
wait at least 4 minutes.
When a school bus displays flashing red lights and extended stop sign: watch for children walking along the side of the road. Traffic in both directions must come to a full stop on undivided roads until children are clear.
Question 15:
When driving, it is important to keep a space cushion _______ of your vehicle.
A
only on the left and right side
B
only in back
C
on all sides
D
only in front
The correct driving rule is: on all sides. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 16:
This road sign means:
A
Road construction ahead
B
The road ahead curves right, then left
C
Steep grade ahead
This traffic sign indicates: The road ahead curves right, then left. Observing and obeying all roadway signs ensures safe traffic flow and legal driving.
Question 17:
When you see an emergency vehicle with flashing lights, you must:
A
maintain your speed.
B
keep moving slowly, staying to the right side of the road.
C
drive to the right side of the road and stop.
D
stay in your lane, slow down, and let it pass.
When sharing the road with other vehicles: drive to the right side of the road and stop. Giving large vehicles and vulnerable users adequate clearance prevents dangerous accidents.
Question 18:
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 19:
If you are pulled over by law enforcement, you should:
A
stay in the driver’s seat with both hands clearly in sight on the steering wheel.
B
unbuckle your seat belt and lower your window.
C
get out of your vehicle and walk toward the patrol car.
D
turn off on your interior light if stopped at night.
The correct driving rule is: stay in the driver’s seat with both hands clearly in sight on the steering wheel. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 20:
This road sign warns drivers that:
A
they are coming to a point where another traffic lane joins the one they are on.
B
a divided highway is ahead.
C
the one-way street or roadway is about to change to two-way traffic.
This traffic sign indicates: the one-way street or roadway is about to change to two-way traffic. Observing and obeying all roadway signs ensures safe traffic flow and legal driving.
Question 21:
Drivers often fail to see a motorcycle headed toward them. Why?
A
It is difficult to judge a motorcycle's speed.
B
Motorcycles are hard to see.
C
All of the above.
Sharing the road safely requires mutual awareness and respect: It is difficult to judge a motorcycle's speed; Motorcycles are hard to see. Maintaining safe space cushions protects all roadway users.
Question 22:
If another car has stopped in an adjacent lane in the same direction of travel, you should:
A
speed up and pass the vehicle on the right.
B
pass the car on the left.
C
be careful in case the other vehicle has stopped for a pedestrian.
D
tap your horn to let the other driver know you are passing.
The correct driving rule is: be careful in case the other vehicle has stopped for a pedestrian. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 23:
Which of the following may result in an arrest for driving under the influence of intoxicants (DUII)?
A
A controlled substance, such as prescription medicines or illegal drugs.
B
An inhalant, such as glue or paint.
C
Alcohol
D
All of the above.
All of the listed points are essential driving requirements: A controlled substance, such as prescription medicines or illegal drugs; An inhalant, such as glue or paint; Alcohol. Practicing each ensures compliance with DMV safety laws.
Question 24:
Drivers are required to stop:
A
when a traffic officer orders them to stop.
B
where there is a red light.
C
at an intersection with a stop sign.
D
All of the above.
All of the listed points are essential driving requirements: when a traffic officer orders them to stop; where there is a red light; at an intersection with a stop sign. Practicing each ensures compliance with DMV safety laws.
Question 25:
Vertical rectangles tell drivers:
A
the law.
B
what is not allowed.
C
the direction they should travel.
The correct driving rule is: the law. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.