Question 1:
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 2:
This regulatory road sign indicates that:
A
Vehicles must slow down and stay in the right lane.
B
The right hand lane is reserved for buses and car-pool vehicles.
C
Slower vehicles traveling on multiple lane highways must stay in the right hand lane.
This traffic sign indicates: Slower vehicles traveling on multiple lane highways must stay in the right hand lane. Observing and obeying all roadway signs ensures safe traffic flow and legal driving.
Question 3:
When you need to change lanes, it is important to:
A
make sure the lane you are about to enter is clear.
B
signal your intentions ahead of time.
C
check your blind spots.
D
All of the above.
All of the listed points are essential driving requirements: make sure the lane you are about to enter is clear; signal your intentions ahead of time; check your blind spots. Practicing each ensures compliance with DMV safety laws.
Question 4:
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 5:
To avoid having to make an emergency stop while driving in traffic, drivers should:
A
drive in the right lane only.
B
look ahead and maintain a safe following distance.
C
sound their horn to warn other drivers.
D
drive slower than the flow of traffic.
The correct driving rule is: look ahead and maintain a safe following distance. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 6:
Which shape is a yield sign?
A
Vertical rectangle
B
Upside-down triangle
C
Diamond
The correct driving rule is: Upside-down triangle. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 7:
This sign indicates:
A
a side road.
B
a cross road.
C
a church zone ahead.
This traffic sign indicates: a cross road. Observing and obeying all roadway signs ensures safe traffic flow and legal driving.
Question 8:
When parking on a public road, drivers should:
A
move as far away from traffic as possible.
B
always park on the left side of the roadway.
C
All of the above.
Under standard parking and curb regulations: move as far away from traffic as possible. Following parking distance clearances keeps roadways unobstructed and emergency lanes accessible.
Question 9:
This road sign means:
A
All traffic must turn right
B
Two one-way roads merge ahead
C
A side road enters ahead
D
No right turn
This traffic sign indicates: A side road enters ahead. Observing and obeying all roadway signs ensures safe traffic flow and legal driving.
Question 10:
What should you do if your brakes fail?
A
Hook your shoe under the pedal and see if you can free it.
B
Turn on your cruise control.
C
Try pumping the brake pedal to increase pressure.
The correct driving rule is: Try pumping the brake pedal to increase pressure. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 11:
Distracted driving:
A
causes the driver to react more slowly to hazards.
B
is only dangerous for inexperienced drivers.
C
usually causes the driver to drive slower.
D
is never dangerous.
The correct driving rule is: causes the driver to react more slowly to hazards. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 12:
When they see this sign, drivers should:
A
increase their speed and keep well to the right.
B
slow down and keep well to the right.
C
slow down and keep well to the left.
This traffic sign indicates: slow down and keep well to the left. Observing and obeying all roadway signs ensures safe traffic flow and legal driving.
Question 13:
If a driver follows you too closely, you should:
A
move to another lane if possible.
B
activate your stop lights.
C
brake suddenly.
The correct driving rule is: move to another lane if possible. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 14:
When children are close, what should you do before you back out of a driveway?
A
Rely on your mirrors.
B
Get out of the car and check behind the car.
C
Look through your back window for children.
The correct driving rule is: Get out of the car and check behind the car. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 15:
Alcohol:
A
makes drivers more prone to take chances.
B
increases reaction time.
C
All of the above.
Alcohol and impairing substances degrade all critical driving functions: makes drivers more prone to take chances; increases reaction time. Driving while impaired carries severe criminal and safety penalties.
Question 16:
A flashing red light means:
A
The same as a STOP sign.
B
The light will soon change to steady red.
C
Drive with caution.
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 17:
If you get on a wrong expressway exit, you must:
A
get off at the next exit and look for signs that tell you how to return to the expressway.
B
use the the exit ramp to accelerate to expressway speed and blend with traffic.
C
drive in reverse to return to the expressway.
Defensive driving guidelines state that: get off at the next exit and look for signs that tell you how to return to the expressway. Anticipating road hazards and communicating maneuvers keeps traffic predictable and safe.
Question 18:
What is the meaning of red traffic signs?
A
High emphasis warning.
B
Stop, do not enter or wrong way.
C
Regulatory.
The correct driving rule is: Stop, do not enter or wrong way. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 19:
Unlike passenger cars, trucks have blind spots:
A
on the right.
B
directly behind them.
C
on the front.
The correct driving rule is: directly behind them. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 20:
To safely cross a railroad, drivers should:
A
listen and look both ways, then proceed if it is safe to do so.
B
drive across quickly if a train is approaching, or if it is too close, stop and then back up.
C
stop within 10 feet of all railroad crossings.
D
look both ways only if the red light is flashing.
The correct driving rule is: listen and look both ways, then proceed if it is safe to do so. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.