DMV PRACTICE PERMIT TEST – RULES 2

The DMV practice permit test for traffic rules is a valuable tool for new drivers preparing for the official written exam.

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Road Rules Test 02

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Under what circumstances is it legal to drive in a public transit bus lane?

If it gives access to a turn within 200 feet

To cross it to make a turn

If there are no buses present

If all other lanes are blocked

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For drivers over the age of 21, it is illegal to operate any vehicle with a blood alcohol concentration at or in excess of...?

0.10%

0.08%

0.06%

0.12%

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Approaching intersections, how should you look for other traffic?

Left-right

Right-left-right

Right-left

Left-right-left

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When parking facing downhill, how should your wheels be aligned?

Pointing forwards

Away from the curb

Doesn't matter

Towards the curb

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If someone is tailgating you, how should you respond?

Gradually slow down

Brake sharply

Sound your horn continuously

Accelerate away sharply

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It is permissible to leave a child and/or animals in a parked vehicle on a hot day...?

Under no circumstances

If you leave them with access to liquids

If you put a shade over the windows

If you leave a window open a crack

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On a two lane two-way road, what does it mean when there is a double solid yellow centerline?

Passing permitted at certain times

No passing in either direction

Passing permitted in both directions

Passing permitted in one direction

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When following a motorcycle, you should leave at least how much time space between you?

0.5 seconds

3 seconds

2 seconds

1 second

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Your side mirrors should be adjusted so that you can see...?

The rear door handles of your vehicle

The part of your vehicle between the rear door and the rear bumper

Your driver's door handles

Just the very back edge of your vehicle

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You must not park within what distance of a fire hydrant or fire station driveway?

10 feet

15 feet

20 feet

5 feet

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The state's laws on driving under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs also apply to which of these?

Motorboats

Sailboats

Jetskis

All of them

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To warn another driver you are slowing down, what should you do?

Sound your horn

Make a hand signal

Tap your brakes lightly

Flash your indicators

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If a peace officer asks you to do something, you...?

Must do as they order

Can safely ignore them

Have the right to refuse

Have a right to drive away

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Making a left turn from a two-way street into a one-way street, you should start your turn from...?

The lane closest to the right-hand side of the street

The lane closest to the left-hand side of the street

Any of these

The lane closest to the middle of the street

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If you are only allowed to stop long enough at a curb to pick up/drop off passengers or mail, what color will it be?

Yellow

Green

Blue

White

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On any road, you should travel at...?

Just over the posted speed limit

A safe speed for the conditions

At the posted speed limit

5 mph below the posted speed limit

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The best way to avoid collisions with other traffic is to...?

Drive at the same speed as the rest of the traffic

Drive faster than the rest of the traffic

Any of these

Drive slower than the rest of the traffic

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On the freeway, lane endings are usually marked by what?

Small broken lines

Solid yellow lines

Solid red lines

Large broken lines

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If you have to stop on the freeway, what should you do?

Stand in back of your vehicle

Walk to the nearest gas station

Stand in front of your vehicle

Stay in your vehicle

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If a right turn on a red traffic signal light is permitted, you must still yield to...?

Bicyclists

Pedestrians

Vehicles moving on their green traffic signal

All of these

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Under what circumstances can you cross two sets of double yellow lines spaced two or more feet apart?

To make a U turn

To turn into a driveway

None

To turn left

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If you tell an officer you do not want your vehicle searched, what can happen?

They may be allowed to search it anyway

They cannot legally search it

You can be forced to search it yourself

An attorney must be called

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If a school bus is displaying flashing yellow lights, you should do what?

Accelerate to pass as quickly as possible

Stop immediately

Slow down and prepare to stop

Maintain your progress

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Scanning' involves keeping a safe space...?

To the front of your vehicle

On the left-hand side of your vehicle

On the right-hand side of your vehicle

All around your vehicle

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Which of these is the best way of preventing fatigue and drowsiness when driving?

Drinking energy drinks

Rolling down the window

Turning the radio up loud

None of them

Your score is

This practice test covers essential topics such as right-of-way, speed limits, stop signs, and safe driving practices. By simulating the format and content of the actual DMV exam, practice tests help learners identify areas for improvement and build confidence. Reviewing your state’s driver handbook alongside taking multiple practice tests increases your chances of success. Consistent practice not only helps you pass the permit test but also ensures you understand traffic rules for safe, responsible driving.

To improve your understanding and memory, make it a habit to practice DMV test questions often. Aim to understand the concepts well enough that you can explain them clearly and confidently without looking at your notes. Regularly working with the questions will boost your understanding and build your confidence as you prepare for the exam.