Drivers Permit Test – Rules 5

This online DMV drivers permit test, with multiple choice questions, is intended to help you prepare for the DMV written knowledge test that is required before you can get your driver’s license.

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Question 1

Driving more slowly than surrounding traffic is:

A	A good idea if the weather is bad
B	Often a hazard since other drivers may become frustrated and try to pass you
C	Always appropriate if other people are speeding
D	Appropriate if you do not know the speed limit

Question 2

What should you do when coming to a curve?

A	Brake before entering the curve
B	Adjust your speed and shift to a lower gear
C	Accelerate into the curve for efficiency
D	Brake after you start the curve

Question 3

You will find most roads are most slippery during:

roads are most slippery during first rain

A	The rain at early morning
B	A light rain
C	The rain at night
D	The first rain after a dry period

Question 4

What is intersection?

A	The space between the driver and rear seat passengers
B	Any place where one line of traffic meets another
C	Two streets meet each other and are controlled by traffic lights
D	Two or more streets that meet each other and are controlled by stop signs

Question 5

When pulling away from the curb, you should:

A	Signal and pull from the curb
B	Sound you horn and pull from the curb slowly
C	Shoulder check, and then pull out when safe
D	Signal, check over shoulder, and then pull out when safe

Question 6

When encountering a funeral procession you should:

A	Yield the right of way
B	Flash your lights repeatedly out of respect
C	Join the procession behind the hearse
D	Speed up to get ahead

Question 7

When making a left turn from a single left-turn lane, a green arrow indicates that:

A	You should yield to other vehicles
B	You should yield to pedestrians
C	Oncoming vehicles and pedestrians should yield to you
D	Stop for 2 seconds before moving ahead

Question 8

When driving in fog, you should use your:

A	Low beams
B	Fog lights only
C	Parking lights
D	High beams

Question 9

What does the solid white line on the right edge of the road represent?

A	A motorcycle lane
B	A line dividing the pedestrian area and the vehicle area
C	A line you can cross to pass
D	You should never drive across unless in an emergency

Question 10

When entering a freeway you should:

A	Drive slowly and be prepared to stop for freeway traffic
B	Signal and increase your speed to merge smoothly with traffic
C	Stop on acceleration lane, wait for an opening. Then enter the freeway rapidly
D	Slow down, and then enter freeway at a sharp angle

Question 11

The only way to ensure you have safely checked your blind spot is to:

A	Use rear view mirror
B	Ask the passenger
C	Turn your head and look over your shoulder
D	Double check your left and right outside Mirrors

Question 12

If you must park on an unlighted highway at night what should you do?

A	Leave your parking lights on
B	Park perpendicular to the edge of the highway
C	All answers are correct
D	Turn on your flasher

Question 13

To pass a large truck, you must:

A	Make sure you have room to complete the maneuver without excessive speed
B	All answers are correct
C	Pass on a downgrade
D	Honk and flash your lights to make the truck driver aware of your intentions

Question 14

Passing on the right is permitted if:

A	There are two or more lanes in your direction
B	You are passing a large truck
C	You are in the carpool lane
D	Never, it is illegal

Question 15

When the traffic signal light facing you is red and you intend to go straight through the intersection, what must you do first?

A	Stop, give pedestrians the right-of-way, and then proceed with caution
B	Stop, proceed when the way is clear
C	Stop, wait until the light changes to green and the intersection is clear before moving through it
D	Slow down, proceed when the way is clear

Question 16

It is best to turn your front tires into the curb when you are:

A	Level with the curb
B	Uphill
C	All answers are correct
D	Downhill

Question 17

If you see a solid yellow line next to a broken yellow line this means:

A	That vehicles next to the solid yellow line may pass
B	Pass only when no traffic is sight
C	That only vehicles next to the broken line may pass
D	That vehicles may pass in all directions

Question 18

Which of these statements is true about construction zones?

A	Fines are the same for violations committed in construction zones
B	Fines are less for violations committed in construction zones
C	You are responsible for the safety of the road workers
D	Slow down only if you think workers are present

Question 19

When entering a blind intersection how should you proceed?

A	Sound your horn before proceeding
B	Move forward slowly until you can see what is coming
C	Stop and get out of your car to see if any traffic is approaching
D	Signal by flashing your lights before proceeding

Question 20

Motorcycles must follow the rules of the road and are considered:

A	Pedestrians
B	Vehicles
C	Motorized wheelchair
D	Bicycles

Question 21

The best way to stop quickly on a wet or icy roadway is to:

A	Keep foot off the brake and let the vehicle slow and stop automatically
B	Apply brakes the same way you always do
C	Put brakes on hard and try to prevent the vehicle from skidding
D	Brake, if wheels lock then release pressure until you come to a stop

Question 22

When you are required to yield to an emergency vehicle?

A	Only if other cars yield
B	Always
C	If you are not on a multi-lane highway
D	Never

Question 23

Why should you reduce your speed when driving at night?

A	Because there are more cars on the road
B	Because your visibility is limited and you need more time to stop
C	Because everyone is more alert at night
D	Because other drivers drive faster at night

Question 24

Which of the following is a basic step to take after an accident?

A	Notify authorities
B	All answers are correct
C	Care for the injured
D	Protect the area

Question 25

Who has right-of way when driving in a traffic circle?

A	Driver exiting
B	Both
C	Neither
D	Driver entering

Question 26

What should you do if you feel drowsy while driving?

A	Stop for a short rest in a safe area
B	Open the window for some fresh air
C	Reduce speed
D	Turn up your radio

Question 27

You should dim your headlights when:

A	Within 350 feet of an approaching vehicle
B	Within 100 feet of an approaching vehicle
C	Within 500 feet of an approaching vehicle
D	Within 200 feet of an approaching vehicle

Question 28

When you reach a four-way stop at the same time as another car, you must yield to the car:

two cars reach a four-way stop at the same time

A	On your right
B	On your left
C	The one moving faster
D	The one moving slower

Question 29

When driving on the highway where the posted speed limit is 65 mph, yet traffic is traveling at 70 mph or more, how fast may you legally drive?

A	As fast as you want
B	The speed limit posted of 65 mph
C	70 mph or less
D	The speed of traffic

Question 30

When you come to a corner where there are no traffic lights or stop signs, you should:

stop where no traffic lights or stop signs

A	Always stop, then proceeded when safe
B	Slow down, so you can stop, if necessary
C	Continue at the same speed and watch for traffic
D	Call for help

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