Question 1:
At a railroad crossing drivers:
A
must stop at least 5 feet from the nearest rail.
B
must stop at least 15 feet from the nearest rail when there are flashing lights.
C
should start across immediately after a train passes.
D
should check for a train that may be approaching and drive around a closed railroad gate.
The correct driving rule is: must stop at least 15 feet from the nearest rail when there are flashing lights. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 2:
Drivers who eat and drink while driving:
A
have no driving errors.
B
may have trouble controlling their vehicles.
C
must yield the right-of-way.
D
tend to be more aggressive.
The correct driving rule is: may have trouble controlling their vehicles. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 3:
Two drivers reach an uncontrolled intersection at the same time. Who has the right of way?
A
The driver on the left.
B
No one.
C
The driver on the right.
At an uncontrolled intersection or 4-way stop where vehicles arrive at the same time: The driver on the right. The driver on the left must always yield to the driver on the right.
Question 4:
As you approach a right turn, your vehicle should be _________ the right side of the road.
A
about 1 foot from
B
about 3 feet from
C
about 5 feet from
D
as close as possible to
The correct driving rule is: about 3 feet from. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 5:
From top to bottom, traffic lights are:
A
green, red and yellow.
B
green, yellow and red.
C
red, yellow and green.
The correct driving rule is: red, yellow and green. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 6:
At a stop sign there is no stop line or crosswalk. You must stop:
A
before you enter the intersection.
B
at the next crosswalk.
C
after you enter the intersection, if you have a clear view of traffic on the intersecting roadway.
Drivers must always yield the right-of-way to pedestrians crossing at intersections and crosswalks: before you enter the intersection. Stop and allow them to clear the lane safely.
Question 7:
This road sign is:
A
a speed reduction sign.
B
a warning sign.
C
a regulatory sign.
This traffic sign indicates: a regulatory sign. Observing and obeying all roadway signs ensures safe traffic flow and legal driving.
Question 8:
A steady yellow light means:
A
Be prepared to stop for the red light.
B
Drive with caution.
C
Be prepared to go. The light will soon be green.
According to standard right-of-way regulations: Be prepared to stop for the red light. Yielding appropriately prevents intersection collisions and maintains safe traffic flow.
Question 9:
You should use turn signals to indicate your intention with sufficient time to allow other drivers to see the signal:
A
if it’s raining.
B
AFTER you move.
C
BEFORE you move.
State laws require signaling your intention: BEFORE you move. Signal at least 100 feet before making a turn or changing lanes.
Question 10:
This road sign means:
A
Yield the right-of-way to oncoming vehicles
B
Stop if necessary
C
You must make a complete stop
D
Slow down or stop
An octagonal Stop sign requires a full and complete stop before the stop line or crosswalk: you must make a complete stop. Proceed only after yielding to all cross traffic and pedestrians.
Question 11:
This sign indicates the _______________ vehicles can safely travel in this area.
A
suggested speed
B
maximum speed
C
minimum speed
This traffic sign indicates: maximum speed. Observing and obeying all roadway signs ensures safe traffic flow and legal driving.
Question 12:
This sign means drivers should:
A
not drive in this lane.
B
give the right-of-way to traffic on the road they wish to enter.
C
proceed at normal speed through the upcoming intersection.
D
come to a complete stop and check for oncoming traffic before proceeding.
This traffic sign indicates: give the right-of-way to traffic on the road they wish to enter. Observing and obeying all roadway signs ensures safe traffic flow and legal driving.
Question 13:
Which shape is a railroad advance warning sign?
A
Crossbuck
B
Round
C
Pentagon
Circular signs with an 'X' and 'RR' designate a Railroad Advance Warning: Round. Drivers must slow down, look both ways, listen for trains, and be prepared to stop.
Question 14:
When driving in bad weather, drivers should:
A
decrease the following distance.
B
increase their speed to get to their destination more quickly.
C
increase the following distance.
D
None of the above.
The correct driving rule is: increase the following distance. Following standard DMV road rules and practicing defensive driving ensures safety for all road users.
Question 15:
When changing lanes, __________ to be sure no one is in the 'blind spot'.
A
check your right mirror
B
slow down gradually
C
check your left mirror
D
glance over your shoulder
Large commercial trucks have extensive blind spots on all four sides called the 'No-Zone': glance over your shoulder. If you cannot see the truck driver in their side mirrors, they cannot see you.
Question 16:
This sign indicates:
A
A slow-moving vehicle
B
A no-passing zone
C
Yield
This traffic sign indicates: A slow-moving vehicle. Observing and obeying all roadway signs ensures safe traffic flow and legal driving.
Question 17:
When you need to enter a freeway exit ramp:
A
don't slow down on the freeway itself. Wait until you are in the deceleration lane.
B
pass slower vehicles on the right.
C
slow down before entering the exit ramp.
D
don't slow down on the freeway itself, and maintain your speed once in the exit ramp.
Defensive driving guidelines state that: don't slow down on the freeway itself. Wait until you are in the deceleration lane. Anticipating road hazards and communicating maneuvers keeps traffic predictable and safe.
Question 18:
This road sign means:
A
You must turn right
B
Railroad crossing
C
Crossroad ahead
D
4-way stop
This traffic sign indicates: Crossroad ahead. Observing and obeying all roadway signs ensures safe traffic flow and legal driving.
Question 19:
When in a motor vehicle on a highway, it is:
A
illegal to drink from, but permissible to transport, open containers of alcohol in the passenger compartment.
B
illegal to possess an open container of alcohol in the passenger compartment.
C
acceptable to drink alcoholic beverages if you are not driving.
D
permissible to drink a moderate amount of alcohol when driving with a passenger.
Defensive driving guidelines state that: illegal to possess an open container of alcohol in the passenger compartment. Anticipating road hazards and communicating maneuvers keeps traffic predictable and safe.
Question 20:
This sign indicates that:
A
the highest safe speed drivers should travel around the curve ahead is 25 MPH.
B
the safe speed around the curve ahead is at least 25 MPH.
C
drivers may not turn right if traveling at 25 MPH or less.
This traffic sign indicates: the highest safe speed drivers should travel around the curve ahead is 25 MPH. Observing and obeying all roadway signs ensures safe traffic flow and legal driving.