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What effect might alcohol and another drug have when combined in your
blood
A. Increase the effects of both.
B. Have no effect on driving ability.
C. Reduce the effects of the drug or medicine.
D. Reduce the effects of the alcohol.
Explanation : Never drink alcohol while you are taking other drugs. It could be
dangerous, often multiplying the effects of the alcohol and the other drug. Taking one
drink when you are also using an allergy or cold remedy could affect you as much as
several drinks.
# 2. Drinking coffee after drinking alcohol
A. Decreases blood alcohol content.
B. Cancels the effect of the alcohol.
C. Has no effect on blood alcohol content.
D. Increases blood alcohol content.
Explanation : The only way to effectively reduce your BAC is to spend time without
drinking. Coffee, exercise and cold showers cannot reduce your BAC and the effects of
alcohol. They might help you stay awake, but it cannot affect your BAC or make you
sober
# 3. It is illegal for a person under 21 years of age to drive with a blood
alcohol concentration (BAC) that is:
A. 0.08% --Eight hundredths of one percent or more
B. 0.01% --One hundredth of one percent or more
C. 0.05% --Five hundredths of one percent or more
D. None of the above
Explanation : If you are under 21, Your driving privilege will be revoked for one year, if
you are convicted of either driving with a BAC of 0.01% or higher or Driving Under the
Influence (DUI) of alcohol and/or drugs.
# 4. What happens to your driver`s license if you refuse to take a chemical
test (breath or blood)
A. There is no evidence to find you guilty of drunk driving.
B. You cannot be arrested for drunk driving.
C. Your driver`s license will be taken away.
D. None of these choices.
Explanation : If you refuse to take the test after being arrested, your license will be
suspended when you are arraigned in court on the alcohol or other drug-related charge.
# 5. Which of the following does alcohol affect
A. Recovery from headlight glare.
B. Reaction time.
C. Judgement of distances.
D. All of these choices.
Explanation : Alcohol slows your reflexes and reaction time, reduces your ability to see
clearly, distorts your judgment of speed and distances, often reduces your inhibitions
from taking chances, and makes you less alert.
# 6. What are the consequences that can result from driving under the
influence of alcohol or other drugs
A. Possible imprisonment.
B. A mandatory fine.
C. Driver license revocation.
D. All of these choices.
Explanation : Penalties for alcohol / drug related violations include fines, jail sentences,
and license penalties (including lifetime revocation)
# 7. What kinds of drugs, other than alcohol, can affect your driving ability
A. An allergy medicine.
B. Marijuana.
C. A cold remedy.
D. All of these choices.
Explanation : It can be a criminal offense to drive while impaired by the combined effect
of drugs or alcohol and drugs, illegal drugs such as marijuana, cocaine, LSD, heroin and
opium, and by some prescription drugs such as tranquilizers.
# 8. A driver who is taking a non-prescription drug should
A. Read the labels on the drug before driving.
B. Drink alcohol instead.
C. Continue to drive.
D. Drive only during daylight hours.
Explanation : If you are taking medication, even a non-prescription allergy or cold
remedy, check the label for warnings about its effects. If you are not sure, ask your
doctor or pharmacist about driving after taking the medication.
# 9. Which of the following influence the effects of alcohol
A. The amount of food in the stomach.
B. The body weight of an individual.
C. How much time passes between drinks.
D. All three choices.
Explanation : Your blood alcohol content (BAC) primarily depends on: How much alcohol
you drink. How much time passes between drinks. Your weight.
# 10. A chemical test is used to measure
A. Reaction time.
B. Blood alcohol content.
C. Vision.
D. Driving ability.
Explanation : Chemical tests use blood, breath, urine or saliva to measure a person`s
blood alcohol content (BAC).
# 11. Which of the following does not happen after drinking
A. Your reflexes and reaction time slow down.
B. Your judgement of speed and distance is distorted.
C. You are less alert.
D. You calm down so you can concentrate.
Explanation : Alcohol slows your reflexes and reaction time, reduces your ability to see
clearly, distorts your judgment of speed and distances, often reduces your inhibitions
from taking chances, and makes you less alert.
# 12. If you drive after drinking, be aware that alcohol affects:
A. Your coordination.
B. Your vision.
C. Your judgment.
D. All of these.
# 13. What effect does drinking alcohol and taking a prescription drug or over
the counter medicine have
A. The medicine reduces the effect of the alcohol.
B. The alcohol will help the medicine cure the cold.
C. The combination could multiply the effects of the alcohol.
D. No effect, they are different substances.
Explanation : Never drink alcohol while you are taking other drugs. It could be
dangerous, often multiplying the effects of the alcohol and the other drug.
# 14. What is the only effective way to reduce your blood alcohol content
(BAC)
A. Drinking coffee.
B. Exercising.
C. Allow your body time to get rid of alcohol.
D. Taking a cold shower.
Explanation : The only way to effectively reduce your BAC is to spend time without
drinking. Coffee, exercise and cold showers cannot reduce your BAC and the effects of
alcohol. They might help you stay awake, but it cannot affect your BAC or make you
sober.
# 15. Which of the following statements is true about BAC (blood alcohol
content)
A. The breathalyzer is a test of a person`s BAC.
B. A chemical test for BAC is needed for an alcohol conviction.
C. BAC levels are reduced by a person`s physical fitness.
D. After drinking, coffee or a cold shower will lower your BAC.
Explanation : Your BAC does not depend on what kind of alcoholic beverage you drink,
how physically fit you are, or how well you can hold your liquor.
# 16. What does alcohol do to your driving skills and judgement
A. It helps driving skills but harms your judgement.
B. It harms both driving skills and judgement.
C. It has no effect on either driving skills or judgement.
D. It has no effect on judgement but it harms driving skills.
Explanation : Alcohol slows your reflexes and reaction time, reduces your ability to see
clearly, distorts your judgment of speed and distances, often reduces your inhibitions
from taking chances, and makes you less alert.
# 17. Blood alcohol content (BAC) depends on each of the following except
A. Your body weight.
A. 5 to 10 seconds
B. 10 to 15 seconds
C. 15 to 20 seconds
# 12. teenage drivers are more likely to be involved in a crash when:
A. They are driving with their pet as a passenger
B. They are driving with adult passengers
C. They are driving with teenage passengers
D. They are driving without any passengers
# 13. Who must yield when a driver is turning and a pedestrian is crossing
without a traffic light?
A. Whoever started last
B. The driver
C. Whoever is slower
D. The pedestrian
# 14. You need to use extra caution when driving near a pedestrian using a
white cane because:
A. He or she is deaf
B. He or she has a mental disability
C. He or she is blind
D. He or she has a walking problem
# 15. You drive defensively when you:
A. Always put one car length between you and the car ahead.
B. Look only at the car in front of you while driving.
C. Keep your eyes moving to look for possible hazards.
# 16. When you are merging onto the freeway, you should be driving:
A. At or near the same speed as the traffic on the freeway.
B. 5 to 10 MPH slower than the traffic on the freeway.
C. The posted speed limit for traffic on the freeway.
# 32. If you want to get off from a freeway, but you missed your exit, you
should:
A. Go to the next exit, and get off the freeway there
B. Make a U-turn through the median
C. Pull onto the shoulder and back your car to the exit
D. Flag down a police officer for an escort back to your exit
# 33. To make a right turn at the corner, you:
A. May not enter the bicycle lane.
B. Should only merge into the bicycle lane if you stop before turning.
C. Must merge into the bicycle lane before turning.
# 34. When you drive through an area where children are playing, you should
expect them:
A. To know when it is safe to cross
B. To stop at the curb before crossing the street
C. To run out in front of you without looking
D. Not to cross unless they are with an adult
# 35. After a train has passed, you should:
A. Check again for approaching trains and proceed with caution
B. Wait for a green light
C. Proceed across the tracks
D. Blow horn and proceed
# 36. When driving near a blind pedestrian who is carrying a white cane or
using a guide dog, you should:
A. Slow down and be prepared to stop
B. Take the right-of-way
C. Proceed normally
D. Drive away quickly
# 37. When driving on a freeway entrance ramp, you should look for a gap in
freeway traffic by:
C. Change
D. Increase
# 50. When traveling behind a motorcycle:
A. Allow a following distance of at least 2 car lengths
B. Allow at least 2 seconds of following distance
C. Allow at least 4 seconds of following distance
D. Allow a following distance of at least 4 motorcycle lengths
# 51. When exiting a highway, you should slow down:
A. On the main road, just before the exit lane
B. Once you see the toll booth
C. Once you have moved into the exit lane
D. When you first see the exit sign
# 52. One of the rules of defensive driving is
A. Look straight ahead as you drive.
B. Stay alert and keep your eyes moving.
C. Expect that other drivers will make up for your errors.
D. Be confident that you can avoid danger at the last minute.
Explanation : Keep your eyes moving, notice what is happening at the sides of the road,
and check behind you through your mirrors every few seconds.
# 53. An orange triangle on the back of a vehicle indicates that vehicle:
A. Carries radioactive materials
B. Takes wide turns
C. Travels at slower speeds than normal traffic
D. Makes frequent stops
# 54. Which of the following statements about blind spots is true?
A. They are eliminated if you have one outside mirror on each side of the vehicle.
B. Large trucks have bigger blind spots than most passenger vehicles.
C. Blind spots can be checked by looking in your rear view mirrors.
A. .02%
B. .05%
C. .07%
D. .00%
# 5. It is against the law for anyone under the age of 21 to ____ alcohol.
A. Serve
B. Wear clothing advertising
C. Be in the presence of
D. Transport
# 6. It is against the law for anyone under the age of 21 to ____ alcohol.
A. Wear clothing advertising
B. Be in the presence of
C. Consume
D. Serve
# 7. One of the penalties for driving under the influence of alcohol is a(n):
A. 5-year driver`s license suspension
B. $100.00 fine
C. Attendance to Alcohol Highway Safety School
D. 12-hour sentence in jail
# 8. If you are under age 21 and are convicted of driving under the influence
of alcohol, you will receive a ____ license suspension for a first offense.
A. 60-Day
B. 30-Day
C. 6-Month
D. 1-Year
# 9. If you are under age 21, and are convicted of carrying a false id card, you
will be required to pay a $500 fine and your license will be suspended for 90
days.
A. Only if your blood alcohol content (BAC) is .02% or higher
A. Turn left.
B. Turn right.
C. Stop.
D. Start up.
Explanation : The law requires you to signal a turn or lane change with your directional
lights or hand signals at least 100 feet (30 m) ahead. downward - stop upward - turn
right straight - turn left
# 5. You are about to make a left turn. You must signal continuously during
the last ____ feet before the turn.
A. 50
B. 75
C. 100
# 6. If you are driving on an Interstate(freeway) and a car is attempting to
merge into your lane, you should:
A. If possible, safely make room for the merging vehicle.
B. Accelerate quickly to get out of the merging vehicles way.
C. Reduce your speed quickly so the other vehicle can merge.
D. Do nothing.
# 7. You want to turn right at the next intersection. You should begin to use
your turn signal
A. At least 50 feet before the turn.
B. When you reach the intersection.
C. At least 100 feet before the turn.
D. As soon as you see cars behind you.
Explanation : The law requires you to signal a turn or lane change with your directional
lights or hand signals at least 100 feet (30 m) ahead.
# 8. Large trucks turning right onto a street with two lanes in each direction:
A. May complete their turn in either the left or right lane
B. Often have to use part of the left lane to complete the turn
C. Must stay in the right lane at all times
D. All of the Above
# 9. You must yield the right-of-way to an approaching vehicle when you are
A. Already in a traffic circle.
B. Already in an intersection.
C. Going straight ahead.
D. Turning left.
A. Either one.
B. Vehicle on the left.
C. Vehicle on the right.
D. Neither one.
Explanation : At intersections not controlled by signs or signals, or where two or more
drivers stop at STOP signs at the same time and they are at right angles to one another,
the driver on the left must yield the right-of-way to the driver on the right.
# 15. When you enter traffic from a stop (away from the curb), you:
A. Should drive slower than other traffic for 200 feet.
B. Need a large enough gap to get up to the speed of traffic.
C. Should wait for the first two vehicles to pass, then drive into the lane.
# 16. You want to turn left at an intersection. The light is green but oncoming
traffic is heavy. You should
A. Use the next intersection.
B. Wait at the crosswalk for traffic to clear.
C. Wait in the center of the intersection for traffic to clear.
D. Take the right-of-way since you have the light.
Explanation : You want to turn left at an intersection ahead. A vehicle is approaching
from the opposite direction, going straight ahead. You must wait for approaching traffic
to go through before you turn.
# 17. The driver`s left hand and arm are extended upward. This hand signal
means that the driver plans to
A. Turn left.
B. Turn right.
C. Come to a stop.
D. Go straight ahead.
Explanation : A good safety tip is to, whenever possible, signal your intention to turn
before you actually begin braking to make the turn. downward - stop upward - turn right
straight - turn left
# 18. If you have a green light, but traffic is blocking the intersection, you
should:
A. Stay out of the intersection until traffic clears.
B. Enter the intersection and wait until traffic clears.
C. Merge into another lane and try to go around the traffic.
# 19. You are waiting in the intersection to complete a left turn. You should
A. Signal and keep your wheels turned to the left.
B. Signal and keep your wheels straight.
C. Flash your headlights so the driver will let you get through.
D. Drive around the rear of a car if it blocks you.
Explanation : When you enter the intersection, stay to the right of the center line. Keep
your wheels straight to avoid being pushed into oncoming traffic should a rear-end
collision occur. When approaching traffic clears or stops for a red light, complete your
turn.
# 20. You drive along a street and hear a siren. You cannot immediately see
the emergency vehicle. You should
A. Keep driving until you see the vehicle.
B. Pull to the curb and look to see if it is on your street.
C. Slow down but don't stop until you see it.
D. Speed up and turn at the next intersection.
Explanation : If you hear a siren or air-horn nearby but do not know exactly where the
emergency vehicle is, you should pull over and stop until you are sure it is not
approaching you.
# 21. To turn right from a highway into two lanes in your direction, turn from:
A. the lane closest to the center of the road
B. the lane nearest the curb or edge of the roadway
C. either lane, depending on oncoming traffic
D. None of the above
# 22. You may legally block an intersection:
A. When you entered the intersection on the green light.
B. During rush hour traffic.
C. Under no circumstances.
# 23. When parking uphill on a two-way street with no curb, your front wheels
should be:
A. Turned to the left (toward the street).
B. Turned to the right (away from the street).
C. Parallel with the pavement.
# 24. A flashing red traffic light at an intersection means:
A. Slow down before entering
B. Stop before entering
C. Stop and wait for the green light
D. None of the above
Explanation : A flashing red signal light means STOP. After stopping, you may proceed
when it is safe. Observe the right-of-way rules.
# 25. When you want to make a right turn, your car must be
A. Near the center of the street.
B. Close to the left side of the street.
Explanation : Straighten your wheels, and pull forward. Allow room for the vehicles
ahead and behind you to get out. In your final parking position, your wheels must be no
more than one foot (30 cm) from the curb.
# 4. A driver may park in a space reserved for people with disabilities if the
vehicle displays license plates for the disabled
A. Regardless of who is in the vehicle.
B. Only if the driver is disabled.
C. And is carrying the disabled person named on the registration.
D. If someone in the driver's immediate family is disabled.
Explanation : It is illegal for any vehicle to park, stop, or stand in a space reserved for
the disabled unless it has license plates for the disabled issued by the DMV. the vehicle
must actually be in use to transport the disabled person named in the registration.
# 5. It is illegal to park your vehicle:
A. In an unmarked crosswalk
B. Within three feet of a private driveway.
C. In a bicycle lane.
# 6. A NO STANDING sign at a certain location means
A. You may never stop your vehicle there.
B. You may park there if the driver remains in the vehicle.
C. You may stop temporarily to pickup or discharge passengers.
D. You may stop to load or unload merchandise.
Explanation : A NO STANDING sign means you may stop only temporarily to load or
unload passengers.
# 7. Before you leave a parking space which is parallel to the curb you should
A. Sound your horn.
B. Turn on your four-way flasher.
Explanation : It is illegal for any vehicle to park, stop, or stand in a space reserved for
the disabled unless it has license plates for the disabled issued by the DMV.
# 12. A NO PARKING sign at a certain location means
A. You may never stop your vehicle there.
B. You may stop temporarily to load or unload passengers.
C. You may park there if the driver remains in the vehicle.
D. You may leave your vehicle unattended for less than 5 minutes.
Explanation : A NO PARKING sign means you may stop only temporarily to load or
unload merchandise or passengers.
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# 7. In general, you should pass vehicles going in the same direction as you
are going
A. On the right.
B. On the left.
C. Only if the other driver signals it is safe.
D. Whenever you have the opportunity to do so.
Explanation : the law requires that we drive on the right side of the road. When passing
is allowed, we usually pass other vehicles on the left. Passing on the right is permitted
only in limited circumstances, and should be done only when necessary and safe to do
so.
# 8. You may pass another vehicle on the right if it is waiting to
A. Turn right.
B. Turn left.
C. Park at the curb.
D. Turn into a driveway on the right.
Explanation : You should usually pass other vehicles on the left, but passing on the right
is allowed in certain situations.
# 9. When you want to overtake and pass another vehicle you should
A. Wait for a signal from the other driver.
B. Change lanes quickly so the other driver will see you.
C. Signal and pass when safe to do so.
D. Stay close behind so you need less time to pass.
Explanation : If conditions are right for passing, check in your mirrors and signal your
lane change. Before pulling into the left lane, glance briefly over your left shoulder,
through the rear side window, to make sure no vehicle is passing you or close behind
you in
# 10. You may drive off from the paved roadway to pass another vehicle:
A. If the shoulder is wide enough to accommodate your vehicle
B. If the vehicle ahead of you is turning left.
C. Under no circumstances
# 11. You may cross double yellow lines to pass another vehicle if the:
A. Vehicle in front of you moves to the right to let you pass
B. Yellow line next to your side of the road is broken
C. Yellow line next to the other side of the road is broken
D. None of the above
# 12. In which of the following situations is passing always forbidden
A. The vehicle ahead is making a left turn.
B. You are on a one-way street which has two lanes.
C. The vehicle ahead is stopped for a pedestrian in a crosswalk.
D. The vehicle ahead is going to park parallel to the curb.
Explanation : The law requires you to use directional or hand signals at least 100 feet
(30 m) before making a lane change. You may never pass a vehicle which has stopped
at a crosswalk to allow a pedestrian to cross.
# 13. When passing another vehicle, it is safe to return to your lane if you:
A. Cannot see the vehicle directly to your right.
B. See the vehicles headlights in your rear view mirror.
C. Have passed the other vehicles front bumper.
# 1. This sign means?
A. Slow down and prepare to stop only if cars are approaching you.
B. Come to a full stop, then go when it is safe to do so.
Explanation : The speed posted represents the maximum legal speed that you may
travel during ideal weather conditions. You may receive a ticket in adverse weather
conditions (like snow, rain, sleet, fog, etc.) even when traveling below the posted speed
limit
# 13. This sign means
A. One-way traffic
B. Intersection ahead.
C. Merging traffic from the right.
D. Highway curves ahead.
# 14. This sign means?
A. No left turn.
B. No stopping.
C. No U-turn.
D. Detour ahead.
A. Church crossing.
B. Pedestrian crossing.
C. Pedestrian traffic only.
D. School crossing.
Explanation : School Crosswalk Warning Assembly. Warning of a school crossing, arrow
shows the location of the crossing. Normally installed at the marked crosswalk, or as
close to it as possible. Slow down, be prepared to stop, watch for children crossing.
# 21. What does this sign mean?
A. No u-turn.
B. No right turn.
C. No turn on red.
D. No left turn.
Explanation : Right turn is prohibited.
# 28. This sign means?
A. No left turn.
B. No u-turn.
C. No right turn.
D. No turn on red.
Explanation : Left turn is prohibited.
# 31. What type of sign is this?
A. No U-turn.
B. Curve.
C. Turn right or left.
D. Traffic flows only in the direction of the arrow.
# 41. This warning sign means?
Explanation : A Merge (W4-1) sign may be used to warn road users on the major
roadway that merging movements might be encountered in advance of a point where
lanes from two separate roadways converge as a single traffic lane and no turning
conflict occurs.
# 45. This sign means?
A. U. S. route sign.
B. County route sign.
C. State route sign.
D. Interstate route sign.
Explanation : State Route signs shall be designed by the individual State highway
agencies. State Route signs should be rectangular and should be approximately the
same size as the U.S. Route sign.
A. No parking anytime.
B. Disabled parking spot.
C. No parking here to the corner.
D. No stopping or standing.
Explanation : Disabled/handicapped parking space. Reserved for individuals with
disabled parking privileges.
# 56. A white painted curb means:
A. Loading zone for freight or passengers.
B. Loading zone for passengers or mail only.
C. Loading zone for freight only.
# 57. What type of sign is this?
Explanation : If County road authorities elect to establish and identify a special system
of important County roads, a statewide policy for such signing shall be established that
includes a uniform numbering system to uniquely identify each route.
# 58. The correct hand signal for stopping is:
A. Right hand and arm pointing downward.
B. Left hand and arm pointing straight out.
C. Left hand and arm pointing downward.
D. Left hand and arm pointing upward.
# 59. This sign means?
A. U-turn is prohibited.
B. No left lane.
C. Left lane ends.
D. No left turn.
Explanation : No U-turn. Do not turn around in the street or at an intersection.
# 60. This road sign means:
A. Warning of a hazard.
B. Yield right-of-way.
C. Railroad crossing.
D. Speed limit.
A. No hunting allowed.
B. Wildlife reserve area.
C. Deer crossing ahead.
D. State park area.
Explanation : Deer crossing ahead. Slow down, be alert, and ready to stop. Deer have
been known to cross the road in this area.
# 69. This sign means?
A. An intersection.
B. A crosswalk.
C. A railroad crossing.
D. A blasting zone.
# 73. This sign means
A. Right lane stays to the right, left lane stays to the left.
B. Keep to the right, merging traffic ahead.
C. Keep to the left, merging traffic ahead.
D. Traffic is permitted to pass on either side of an island or obstruction.
Explanation : The Double Arrow (W12-1) sign may be used to advise road users that
traffic is permitted to pass on either side of an island, obstruction, or gore in the
roadway. Traffic separated by this sign may either rejoin or change directions.
# 79. Two sets of solid, double, yellow lines that are two or more feet apart:
A. May be crossed to enter or exit a private driveway.
B. May not be crossed for any reason.
C. Should be treated as a separate traffic lane.
A. Pedestrians only.
B. Intersection ahead.
C. Hiking trails ahead.
D. School crossing ahead.
# 84. This sign means?
A. Church.
B. First aid station.
C. Four-way intersection.
D. Railroad crossing.
# 1. Teenagers should try to get at least ___ of sleep each night to avoid the
risk of drowsy driving crashes.
A. 7 hours
B. 6 hours
C. 8 hours
D. 9 hours
# 2. When driving on a one way street and an emergency vehicle with flashing
lights is behind your car, you:
A. Drive with your flashers on
B. Drive toward the nearest road side and stop
C. Speed up and take the nearest exit
D. Slow down until the vehicle passes you
# 3. The effect that lack of sleep has on your safe driving ability is the same
as:
A. The effect that alcohol has
B. The effect that amphetamines have
C. The effect that anger has
D. The effect that driving with teenagers has
# 4. If someone is driving aggressively behind you, you should:
A. Try to get out of the aggressive driver`s way
B. Stare at the driver as he or she is passing you
C. Speed up as he or she is passing you
D. Block the passing lane
# 5. For an average person, how many minutes does the body need to process
the alcohol in one drink?
A. 15
B. 60
C. 90
D. 30
# 6. ______ limit(s) your concentration, perception, judgment, and memory.
B. Are above the legal blood alcohol limit but fine to drive
C. Can be very sure that you will drive safely
D. Should drink plenty of coffee before getting behind the wheel of your car
# 20. When driving through a work zone, it is a good safety practice to:
A. Drive close to the vehicle in front of you to keep traffic flowing freely
B. Shorten your usual following distance - by about half
C. Turn on your cruise control
D. Lengthen your usual following distance - by double
# 21. If your car breaks down on a highway, you should:
A. Sit in your car and wait for help
B. Use your four-way flashers to warn other drivers
C. Sound your horn at passing motorists
D. Flash your headlights at oncoming traffic
# 22. A motorist should know that a bicyclist operating on a roadway must
A. Ride on the right side of the road.
B. Ride on the side of the road facing traffic.
C. Ride on either side of the road.
D. Ride on the side of the road with the least traffic.
Explanation : Bicyclists must ride in a bicycle lane, where there is none, the bicyclist
must ride near the right curb or edge of the road, or on a usable right shoulder of the
road, to avoid undue interference with other traffic.
# 23. When you see an emergency vehicle with flashing lights, you must:
A. Slow down and keep moving in your lane
B. Keep driving in your lane
C. Pull to the curb and stop
D. Stop exactly where you are
# 24. When you hear a fire engine siren, you must:
A. Slow down until it passes you
Explanation : When backing your vehicle, remember to look through your rear window
for pedestrians. Do not rely only on rearview mirrors. Before backing into, or out of, a
driveway when children are near, get out of the vehicle and check behind it.
# 30. If you drive faster than other vehicles on a road with one lane in each
direction and continually pass the other cars, you will:
A. Get you to your destination much faster and safer.
B. Increase your chances of an accident.
C. Help prevent traffic congestion.
# 31. You are driving on the freeway. The vehicle in front of you is a large
truck. You should drive:
A. Closely behind the truck in bad weather because the driver can see farther ahead.
B. Farther behind the truck than you would for a passenger vehicle.
C. No more than one car length behind the truck so the driver can see you.
# 32. When can you drive in a bike lane?
A. During rush hour traffic if there are no bicyclists in the bike lane.
B. When you are within 200 feet of a cross street where you plan to turn right.
C. When you want to pass a driver ahead of you who is turning right.
# 33. If you have a tire blowout, you should:
A. Allow the steering wheel to move freely
B. Let the car slow to a stop
C. Continue driving until you reach a garage
D. Brake hard to stop the car immediately
# 34. Motorists should be aware that all bicycles used after dark must have
A. Reflective handlebar grips.
B. Front headlight and red taillight.
C. White reflectors on the front and rear fenders.
D. Brake lights.
Explanation : A bicycle used at night must have a headlight visible from at least 500
feet (150 m) ahead and a red taillight visible from at least 300 feet (90 m) behind. One
of these lights must also be visible from at least 200 feet (60 m) away on each side.
# 35. The extra space in front of a large truck is needed for:
A. Other drivers when merging onto a freeway.
B. The truck driver to stop the vehicle.
C. Other drivers when they want to slow down.
# 36. Crashes in work zones are most commonly the result of:
A. Tire blow-outs
B. Hydroplaning because of water sprayed on the roadway
C. Loss of steering control after driving over wet paint
D. Carelessness and speeding
# 37. What is the intention of the driver, when he extends his left arm straight
out as shown?
A. Turning left
B. Stopping
C. Slowing
D. Turning right
# 38. A motorist approaching a bicyclist should
A. Speed up to pass him.
B. Proceed as usual.
C. Swerve into the opposite lane.
D. Exercise extreme caution.
Explanation : When driving, approach bicyclists, in-line skaters, and non-motorized
scooters with extreme caution. Give them room and slow down as you pass them. Air
pressure from a quickly passing vehicle can throw them off balance.
Explanation : After you leave an expressway, look for speed limit signs and check your
speedometer to be sure you`re driving within the posted limit. You are probably no
longer on a 55 mph (88 km/h) road.
# 12. When your right wheels run onto a soft shoulder what is the best way to
get back on the highway
A. Apply the brakes firmly and steer gently to the left.
B. Ease your foot off the gas and brake gently.
C. Steer hard to the left and then gently to the right.
D. Apply the brakes firmly and stop completely.
Explanation : If your wheels drift off the pavement onto the road shoulder, do not yank
the steering wheel back. Ease your foot off the gas pedal, and brake gently. When it has
slowed down, check for traffic behind you, then steer gently back onto the pavement.
# 13. Roads are slippery after it first starts to rain. When the road is slippery
you should:
A. Avoid making fast turns and fast stops.
B. Test your tires traction while going uphill.
C. Decrease the distance you look ahead of your vehicle.
# 14. Hydroplaning is usually caused by:
A. Excessive stops
B. Sudden stops
C. Sudden turns
D. Excessive speed
# 15. Expressways have expressway entrance lanes (acceleration lanes) so
that drivers can
A. Test their brakes before driving at expressway speeds.
B. Stop at the end to wait for a traffic opening.
C. Reach the proper speed before blending with traffic.
D. Test the pickup of their cars.
Explanation : Unless there is a STOP or YIELD sign or traffic light on the entrance ramp,
use the ramp to accelerate to expressway speed and blend with traffic. Signal, then
look over your shoulder for approaching traffic already on the expressway.
# 16. When approaching a stopped school bus with its red lights flashing and
its stop arm extended, you must:
A. Stop 5 feet away from the bus
B. Stop only if you see children are present
C. Stop and remain stopped until it appears safe to proceed
D. Stop and remain stopped until the red lights stop flashing and the stop arm
has been withdrawn
# 17. When driving in fog, you should use your ______.
A. Low beam headlights
B. High beam headlights
C. Parking lights
D. Hazard flashers
# 18. If a tire blows out, the proper thing to do is
A. Speed up to gain traction and then pull to the right.
B. Hold the steering wheel firmly, and ease up on the gas.
C. Apply the brakes, then shift into neutral.
D. Shift into neutral, then apply the brakes.
Explanation : If a tire blows out, hold the steering wheel firmly, and ease your foot off
the gas pedal. If your vehicle skids, handle it as you would on ice or snow. Do not use
your brake until your vehicle is under control.
# 19. When driving in fog, you should use your:
A. Fog lights only.
B. High beams.
C. Low beams.
# 20. If you are driving on an icy or slippery road and have to stop:
A. Apply brakes gently.
B. Apply brakes in a normal manner.
C. Keep foot off brake and let compression stop you.
D. Press brakes firmly.
# 21. Animals may be transported in the back of a pickup truck only if:
A. The sides of the truck bed are at least 18 inches high
B. They are properly secured
C. The tailgate of the truck is closed
D. All of the above
Explanation : Do not transport animals in the back of a pickup or other truck unless the
animal is properly secured.
# 22. Distracted drivers are at a greater risk of a crash when they are using
which of the following:
A. CD player
B. Radio
C. Cell phone
D. All of the above
# 23. If you drive past your exit on an expressway, you should
A. Pull onto the shoulder, then back up to the exit.
B. Drive to the next exit and leave the expressway.
C. Make a u-turn at the nearest emergency turn area.
D. Make a u-turn at the next service area.
Explanation : If you miss an exit, never back up to get back on the expressway. Get off
at the next exit, and look for signs that tell you how to get back on the expressway
going the other way.
Explanation : Expressway driving usually combines high speeds with heavy traffic, and
you must be alert. The higher speed and traffic volume require you to think faster and
handle your vehicle more efficiently than in most other driving situations.
# 29. When attempting to stop on a slippery road, the best action to take is to
You should be in the proper lane before reaching the solid line which separates the
lanes.
# 4. A red and white triangular sign at an intersection means
A. Slow down if an emergency vehicle is approaching.
B. Look both ways as you cross the intersection.
C. Always come to a full stop at the intersection.
D. Slow down and be prepared to stop if necessary.
Explanation : YIELD Sign - Slow down as you approach the intersection. Prepare to stop
and yield the right-of-way to vehicles and pedestrians in or approaching the
intersection. You must come to a full stop at a YIELD sign if traffic conditions require it.
# 5. At highway speeds, on a dry road, a safe following distance is at least:
A. 3 seconds of following distance from the car ahead of you
B. 2 seconds of following distance from the car ahead of you
C. 4 seconds of following distance from the car ahead of you
D. 2 car lengths of following distance from the car ahead of you
# 6. To prepare for anything coming up in the road ahead, you should:
A. Continually scan the entire road and roadsides
B. Stare straight ahead at all times
C. Drive with your left foot resting lightly on the brake pedal
D. Maintain focus toward the middle of the road
# 7. You should honk your horn when you:
A. Are travelling through an intersection
B. Are passing a bicyclist
C. See a child who is about to run into the street
D. Are parallel parking
# 8. You must obey instructions from school crossing guards:
A. At all times.
A. Signal lights
B. Other cars on the road
C. The time of day
D. The condition of the road
# 19. Which of the following is true about the speed at which you travel?
A. The safe speed to drive depends on many conditions
B. Driving slowly is always safer
C. The speed limit is always a safe speed
D. Accelerating is always dangerous
# 20. When driving on wet roads, you should:
A. Drive the speed limit
B. Drive slightly faster than the speed limit
C. Drive 5 to 10 miles below the speed limit
D. Stay close to the vehicle ahead
# 21. Which of these vehicles must always stop before crossing railroad
tracks?
A. Tank trucks marked with hazardous materials placards.
B. Motor homes or pickup trucks towing a boat trailer.
C. Any vehicle with 3 or more axles or weighing more than 4,000 pounds.
# 22. What is the appropriate action to take when approaching a railroad
crossing that does not have signals (such as lights or crossing gates)
A. Always bring the car to a complete stop.
B. Slow down and be prepared to stop.
C. Do nothing; all railroad crossings have signals.
D. Increase speed to get across the tracks quickly.
Explanation : If there is a railroad crossing ahead. Use caution, and be prepared to stop.
If you are following a bus or truck toward a railroad crossing, be careful. Most buses and
some trucks must stop at railroad crossings.
A. Turning left
B. Slowing
C. Stopping
D. Turning right
# 29. You see a flashing yellow traffic signal at an upcoming intersection. The
flashing yellow light means:
A. Stop before entering the intersection as long as you can do so safely.
B. Stop. Yield to all cross traffic before crossing the intersection.
C. Slow down and cross the intersection carefully.
# 30. A diamond-shaped sign is a
A. Road hazard sign.
B. Interstate route sign.
C. School crossing sign.
D. Speed limit sign.
Explanation : warning sign - You are approaching an especially hazardous location or a
place where there is a special rule. Sometimes a warning sign is combined with a
rectangular yellow and black "recommended speed" sign.
# 31. If you need to slow down or stop when other drivers may not expect it,
you should:
A. Quickly tap your brake pedal a few times
B. Use your emergency brake
C. Look over your shoulder for traffic in your blind spot
D. Get ready to blow your horn
# 32. When driving on wet roads, you should:
A. Slow down and prepare to stop only if cars are approaching you.
B. Come to a full stop, then go when it is safe to do so.
C. Proceed carefully through the intersection, not always stopping.
D. Stop only for traffic on an intersecting road.
Explanation : STOP Sign - COLOR: Red, with white letters. MEANING: Come to a full stop,
yield the right-of-way to vehicles and pedestrians in or approaching the intersection.
# 40. When faced with one oncoming car to the left and a bicyclist to the
right, you should:
A. Pull onto the shoulder
B. Split the difference
C. Let the car pass and then pass the bike
D. Pass the bike quickly
# 41. Which of the following must you obey over the other three
A. A steady red light.
B. A policeman.
C. A stop sign.
D. A flashing red light.
Explanation : Directions given by traffic officers take precedence over signs, signals or
pavement markings. If a traffic officer signals you to stop at a green light, for example,
you must stop.
# 42. If an oncoming driver is heading toward you in your lane, you should:
A. Steer right, blow your horn, and accelerate
B. Steer left, blow your horn, and brake
C. Steer right, blow your horn, and brake
D. Stay in the center of your lane, blow your horn, and brake
# 43. Before changing lanes on a multi-lane highway you should:
A. Sound your horn
B. Turn on your headlights
C. Reduce your speed
D. Check your mirrors and blind spots
# 44. Before turning, you should:
A. Use your signal
B. Turn the wheel
C. Increase your speed
D. Change lanes
# 45. This sign is a warning that you are approaching
A. An intersection.
B. A crosswalk.
C. A railroad crossing.
D. A blasting zone.
Explanation : RAILROAD CROSSING WARNING Sign - COLOR: Yellow with black letters
"RR" and "X" symbol. MEANING: There is a railroad crossing ahead. Use caution, and be
prepared to stop.
# 46. If a vehicle using high beams comes toward you, you should:
A. Turn on your high beams
B. Turn off your headlights
C. Sound your horn
D. Flash your high beams
# 47. You may cross a single solid white line in the highway
A. Whenever you want to.
B. If traffic conditions require.
C. Only to turn into a driveway.
D. Only to make a u-turn.
Explanation : Single solid line: You may pass other vehicles or change lanes, but you
should do so only if obstructions in the road make it necessary or traffic conditions
require it.
# 48. When the road is marked with a solid yellow line and a broken yellow
line on your side you may pass
A. Only in an emergency.
B. If you are on an expressway.
C. If traffic is clear.
D. Only at an intersection.
Explanation : Solid line with broken line: If you are on the side with the solid line, you
may not pass other vehicles or cross the line except to make a left turn into a driveway.
If you are on the side with the broken line, you may pass if it is safe to do so.
# 49. When traveling below 40 miles per hour on a limited access highway,
you should:
A. Drive on the shoulder
B. Use your high beams
C. Sound your horn to warn others
D. Use your four-way flashers
# 50. Your blind spot is the area of the road:
A. You cannot see without moving your head
B. Directly behind your vehicle
C. You see in your rearview mirror
D. You see in your side mirror
# 51. When you are planning to make a turn, you should activate your turn
signals:
A. Only if there are other drivers following you
B. Just as the front of your car reaches the intersection
C. 3 to 4 seconds before you reach the intersection
D. 2 car lengths before reaching the intersection
# 52. What does a flashing yellow light mean
A. Merging traffic.
B. Proceed with caution.
C. Pedestrian crossing.
D. Come to a full stop.
Explanation : FLASHING YELLOW: Drive with caution.
# 53. You may not cross a single broken white (or yellow) line
# 58. You must use your headlights when other vehicles are not visible from
_____ feet away.
A. 1000
B. 1500
C. 1800
D. 1200
# 59. When making a turn, you must _____ your speed.
A. Increase
B. Maintain
C. Vary
D. Reduce
# 60. Before backing up, you should:
A. Rely on your mirrors to see if it is clear to proceed
B. Flash your lights
C. Open your door to see if it is clear to proceed
D. Turn your head and look through the rear window
# 61. When driving on slick roads, you should:
A. Take turns more slowly
B. Change lanes quickly
C. Accelerate quickly
D. Brake hard
# 62. A traffic light which has a green arrow and a red light means that
A. You may only drive straight ahead.
B. You may drive only in the direction of the green arrow.
C. You must wait for a green light.
D. Vehicles moving in any direction must stop.
Explanation : GREEN ARROW: You may go in the direction of the arrow, but you must
yield the right-of-way to other traffic at the intersection as required by law
# 63. An intersection has a stop sign, crosswalk, but no stop line. You must
stop
A. Before the crosswalk.
B. 50 feet before the intersection.
C. Where you think the stop line would be.
D. With your front wheels in the crosswalk.
Explanation : Stop and Crosswalk Lines: At an intersection controlled by a STOP sign,
YIELD sign or traffic light, there may be a white stop line painted across the lane, and/or
two parallel lines painted across the road, forming a crosswalk.
# 64. If traffic prevents you from crossing all the way across a set of railroad
tracks, you may proceed only when
A. An approaching train is not moving fast enough to be a danger.
B. There is room for your vehicle on the other side.
C. At least one-half of your vehicle can cross the tracks.
D. No trains are in sight.
Explanation : You may not cross any railroad tracks unless there is room for your vehicle
on the other side. If other traffic prevents you from crossing all the way, wait, and cross
only when there is room.
# 65. The safest precaution that you can take regarding the use of cellular
phones and driving is:
A. Use hands-free devices so you can keep both hands on the steering wheel.
B. Keep your phone within easy reach so you won't need to take your eyes off the road.
C. Review the number before answering a call.
# 66. To help avoid crashes, you should:
A. Communicate with other drivers on the road
B. Ignore other drivers on the road
A. Slowing or stopping
B. Turning left
C. Turning right
D. Opening his/her door
# 80. What are the colors of the warning signs that indicate hazards ahead,
such as curves in the road or narrow bridges
A. Black letters or symbols on a white background.
B. Black letters or symbols on a yellow background.
C. White letters or symbols on a blue background.
D. White letters or symbols on a green background.
Explanation : WARNING Signs - COLOR: Yellow, with black letters or symbols.
# 81. If you are involved in a traffic collision, you are required to complete
and submit a written report (SR1) to the DMV: