We’ve compiled the answers and explanations to some of the most common questions you’ll encounter on your driver’s license written test.
While there are many topics that are specific to each state, many answers to questions you’ll encounter on the DMV written test are pretty universal.
Topics like driving safely, sharing the road, and reacting to driving emergencies are the same no matter what state you’re driving in.
Based on feedback from visitors like you and our own research into the driver’s handbooks across the United States, we’ve compiled some of the most challenging questions and answers you’ll find on the written test.
Each answer includes a thorough explanation and a general reference to the section in which you can find it and similar topics in your state’s driver handbook.
Remember, all the information that will be covered on your written test is found in the handbook.
Be sure to study it, take some free DMV practice tests, and refer to our free DMV cheat sheets and study guides to make sure you’re ready to ace your test!
_________ are the most likely places for car and motorcycle collisions to occur.
Category: Sharing the Road
Intersections.
More Details: _________ are the most likely places for car and motorcycle collisions to occur.
__________ lines indicate passing is allowed if there are no oncoming cars.
Category: Road Signs, Traffic Lights, Markings
Broken yellow.
More Details: __________ lines indicate passing is allowed if there are no oncoming cars.
A “No Parking” sign means:
Category: Road Signs, Traffic Lights, Markings
You may only stop there temporarily to load or unload passengers/packages.
A 5-ounce glass of wine has the same alcohol as a:
Category: Alcohol & Drugs
A 12-ounce can of beer.
More Details: A 5-ounce glass of wine has the same alcohol as a:
A broken white line between lanes on the roadway means:
Category: Road Signs, Traffic Lights, Markings
The lanes are moving in the same direction.
More Details: A broken white line between lanes on the roadway means:
A broken yellow centerline means that:
Category: Road Signs, Traffic Lights, Markings
You can pass on the left if there is no traffic coming from the opposite direction.
A chemical test is used to measure:
Category: Alcohol & Drugs
Blood Alcohol Content (BAC).
A curb painted blue means parking is:
Category: Road Signs, Traffic Lights, Markings
Reserved for vehicles displaying a handicap plate or placard.
A curb painted red means:
Category: Road Signs, Traffic Lights, Markings
No stopping, parking, or standing at any time.
A double solid yellow line in the center of the road means that:
Category: Road Signs, Traffic Lights, Markings
Passing is not permitted in either direction.
More Details: A double solid yellow line in the center of the road means that:
A driver waiting to make a left turn when the traffic light turns green should:
Category: Road Signs, Traffic Lights, Markings
Keep their wheel straight, yield to oncoming traffic, and complete the turn when safe.
More Details: A driver waiting to make a left turn when the traffic light turns green should:
A driver who refuses to take an alcohol test:
Category: Alcohol & Drugs
Will lose their driver’s license and potentially face other penalties.
A funeral procession has the right-of-way at intersections, unless __________.
Category: Traffic Laws
An emergency vehicle is responding to an emergency with lights or sirens.
More Details: A funeral procession has the right-of-way at intersections, unless __________.
A good defensive driver should:
Category: Safe Driving Practices
Anticipate the actions of other drivers.
A good space cushion is likely to:
Category: Safe Driving Practices
Give you more time and space to react to hazards.
A green arrow showing with a red traffic light means:
Category: Road Signs, Traffic Lights, Markings
You can turn in the direction of the arrow.
More Details: A green arrow showing with a red traffic light means:
A pedestrian with a white cane ______.
Category: Sharing the Road
Is blind.
A person’s driver license will automatically be suspended if convicted of:
Category: Driver’s License Process
Hit and run.
More Details: A person’s driver license will automatically be suspended if convicted of:
A red and white triangular sign at an intersection means:
Category: Road Signs, Traffic Lights, Markings
Slow down and be prepared to stop and yield to other traffic, bicycles, and pedestrians if necessary.
More Details: A red and white triangular sign at an intersection means:
A red arrow at an intersection indicates that:
Category: Road Signs, Traffic Lights, Markings
Drivers waiting to turn must come to a complete stop and wait for the signal to change.
More Details: A red arrow at an intersection indicates that:
A single broken ________line shows traffic flowing in opposite directions.
Category: Road Signs, Traffic Lights, Markings
Yellow.
More Details: A single broken ________line shows traffic flowing in opposite directions.
A solid yellow line next to a broken yellow line means that vehicles:
Category: Road Signs, Traffic Lights, Markings
A .On the side of the broken yellow line may pass.
More Details: A solid yellow line next to a broken yellow line means that vehicles:
A three point turnabout:
Category: Basic Vehicle Operation
Can be used to turn around on narrow streets.
A traffic sign with a red circle around and a slash over a symbol means:
Category: Road Signs, Traffic Lights, Markings
The action indicated on the sign is prohibited.
More Details: A traffic sign with a red circle around and a slash over a symbol means:
A traffic signal with a flashing yellow arrow means that you should:
Category: Road Signs, Traffic Lights, Markings
Yield to oncoming traffic and pedestrians before making a left turn.
More Details: A traffic signal with a flashing yellow arrow means that you should:
A triangular orange sign on the rear of a vehicle indicates that:
Category: Road Signs, Traffic Lights, Markings
It is a slow-moving vehicle.
More Details: A triangular orange sign on the rear of a vehicle indicates that:
A vehicle should never be parked closer to a fire hydrant than:
Category: Parking
15 feet.
More Details: A vehicle should never be parked closer to a fire hydrant than:
A vehicle suddenly cuts in front of you creating a hazard. What should you do first?
Category: Emergency Situations
Take your foot off the gas pedal.
More Details: A vehicle suddenly cuts in front of you creating a hazard. What should you do first?
A white painted curb means:
Category: Road Signs, Traffic Lights, Markings
You can stop there only to load or drop off passengers or mail.
A yellow, diamond shaped sign with a black cross on it means there’s ______________ ahead.
Category: Road Signs, Traffic Lights, Markings
An intersection.
After passing another car, you should not pull back in front of it until you:
Category: Safe Driving Practices
Can see the other vehicle’s headlights in your rearview mirror.
More Details: After passing another car, you should not pull back in front of it until you:
All of the following practices are dangerous to do while driving. Which one is also illegal?
Category: Safe Driving Practices
Listening to music with headphones or earbuds in both ears.
All vehicles on the road must be equipped with a horn that can be heard from a minimum of:
Category: Basic Vehicle Operation
200 feet.
Allow a larger space cushion when stopping:
Category: Safe Driving Practices
On an incline.
Allow extra space in front of your vehicle when following a:
Category: Safe Driving Practices
Motorcycle.
More Details: Allow extra space in front of your vehicle when following a:
Always stop before crossing railroad tracks when:
Category: Traffic Laws
There is not enough room on the other side for you to clear the tracks.
More Details: Always stop before crossing railroad tracks when:
An __________ is the connection of a freeway to a road or another freeway by a series of ramps.
Category: Traffic Laws
Interchange.
An edge line that angles toward the center of the road indicates that:
Category: Road Signs, Traffic Lights, Markings
The road narrows ahead.
More Details: An edge line that angles toward the center of the road indicates that:
An uncontrolled railroad crossing usually has a speed limit of:
Category: Traffic Laws
15 mph.
More Details: An uncontrolled railroad crossing usually has a speed limit of:
Anytime you change lanes, enter a highway, or merge with traffic you need a gap of at least:
Category: Safe Driving Practices
4 seconds.
Are bicyclists required to obey traffic laws and signs?
Category: Sharing the Road
Yes, bicyclists must obey traffic laws.
More Details: Are bicyclists required to obey traffic laws and signs?
As you approach a roundabout, you should:
Category: Traffic Laws
Slow down.
As you enter the deceleration lane or the exit ramp, slow down and _____________.
Category: Traffic Laws
Continue slowing to the posted advisory speed limit before you reach the traffic signal or get back onto the surface streets.
More Details: As you enter the deceleration lane or the exit ramp, slow down and _____________.
As your vehicle speed increases, your field of vision:
Category: Safe Driving Practices
Decreases.
More Details: As your vehicle speed increases, your field of vision:
At a four-way stop, if two cars arrive at the intersection at the same time:
Category: Traffic Laws
The vehicle on the left should yield to the vehicle on the right.
More Details: At a four-way stop, if two cars arrive at the intersection at the same time:
At intersections, crosswalks, and railroad crossings, you should always:
Category: Traffic Laws
Look to both sides of your vehicle before proceeding.
More Details: At intersections, crosswalks, and railroad crossings, you should always:
At intersections, look to the _____ first.
Category: Safe Driving Practices
Left.
At night, a driver should dim his headlights when an oncoming motor vehicle comes within:
Category: Headlights & Night Driving
500 feet.
At night, it is hardest to see:
Category: Headlights & Night Driving
Pedestrians.
At what BAC is it illegal for individuals of legal drinking age to operate a motor vehicle?
Category: Alcohol & Drugs
0.0008
At what temperature are icy roads most slippery?
Category: Weather Conditions
32℉ or below.
More Details: At what temperature are icy roads most slippery?
Backing your vehicle is:
Category: Basic Vehicle Operation
Always dangerous.
Before entering your vehicle:
Category: Basic Vehicle Operation
Do a visual inspection and check for any obstacles.
Blind pedestrians may carry:
Category: Sharing the Road
A white cane or use a guide dog.
Blind spots around a large vehicle are _________________ than the blind spots around a car.
Category: Sharing the Road
Bigger.
Can you turn left on red?
Category: Road Signs, Traffic Lights, Markings
Yes, if you are turning from a one-way street onto another one-way street.
Cold medicines can _______.
Category: Alcohol & Drugs
Impair your ability to drive.
Construction zone signs:
Category: Road Signs, Traffic Lights, Markings
Are always orange and black.
Crossbuck signs indicate:
Category: Road Signs, Traffic Lights, Markings
You are approaching a railroad crossing.
Determine a safe speed to travel based on:
Category: Safe Driving Practices
All present conditions.
Do not park more than _______ away from the curb.
Category: Parking
18 inches.
More Details: Do not park more than _______ away from the curb.
Do you have to stop at a green light when turning right?
Category: Road Signs, Traffic Lights, Markings
Yes, if there are pedestrians or other vehicles still in the intersection.
More Details: Do you have to stop at a green light when turning right?
Drinking coffee after drinking alcohol:
Category: Alcohol & Drugs
Has no effect on your BAC.
Drive below the posted speed limit when:
Category: Safe Driving Practices
Driving conditions are not ideal.
Drivers are to yield the right of way to pedestrians:
Category: Sharing the Road
All the time.
More Details: Drivers are to yield the right of way to pedestrians:
Drivers turning left must yield to:
Category: Traffic Laws
Oncoming traffic.
Fines for speed violations are doubled in ___________ zones.
Category: Traffic Laws
Work.
More Details: Fines for speed violations are doubled in ___________ zones.
Flash your brake lights or turn on your emergency flashers if you:
Category: Emergency Situations
Need to warn other drivers of an accident or slowed traffic ahead.
More Details: Flash your brake lights or turn on your emergency flashers if you:
Flashing red lights at a railroad crossing mean __________.
Category: Road Signs, Traffic Lights, Markings
Stop and do not continue until the lights finish flashing.
More Details: Flashing red lights at a railroad crossing mean __________.
Headlights must be activated when visibility is limited to:
Category: Headlights & Night Driving
1,000 feet.
More Details: Headlights must be activated when visibility is limited to:
Highway hypnosis is related to ____________.
Category: Safe Driving Practices
Staring at the road ahead for too long.
HOV lanes are reserved for:
Category: Road Signs, Traffic Lights, Markings
Vehicles with 2 or more people.
How long should you signal before you turn?
Category: Traffic Laws
100 feet.
How many alcoholic drinks does it take to affect your driving ability?
Category: Alcohol & Drugs
One.
More Details: How many alcoholic drinks does it take to affect your driving ability?
How many feet can you travel in a left turn center lane?
Category: Traffic Laws
200
More Details: How many feet can you travel in a left turn center lane?
How often should you check your mirrors?
Category: Safe Driving Practices
Every 6 to 8 seconds.
Hydroplaning is usually caused by:
Category: Weather Conditions
Excessive speed.
If a driver sees an animal on the roadway:
Category: Emergency Situations
Slow down and be prepared to stop.
If a pedestrian is at a corner, but not in a crosswalk:
Category: Sharing the Road
You must slow down and stop if there are crossing the street.
More Details: If a pedestrian is at a corner, but not in a crosswalk:
If a school bus is stopped and has its red lights flashing, you must:
Category: Sharing the Road
Stop until the red lights are done flashing.
More Details: If a school bus is stopped and has its red lights flashing, you must:
If a traffic signal is out of order, you should:
Category: Road Signs, Traffic Lights, Markings
Treat the intersection like a 4-way stop.
More Details: If a traffic signal is out of order, you should:
If an approaching driver refuses to switch his high beams to low, you should_____.
Category: Headlights & Night Driving
Look towards the right side of the road.
More Details: If an approaching driver refuses to switch his high beams to low, you should_____.
If an oncoming driver is heading toward you in your lane, you should:
Category: Emergency Situations
Honk your horn, steer towards the right side of the road, and use the brakes to slow down.
More Details: If an oncoming driver is heading toward you in your lane, you should:
If traffic is traveling faster than the posted speed limit:
Category: Traffic Laws
You may travel no faster than the posted speed limit.
More Details: If traffic is traveling faster than the posted speed limit:
If weather conditions require you to use your windshield wipers, you must also:
Category: Weather Conditions
Turn on your headlights.
More Details: If weather conditions require you to use your windshield wipers, you must also:
If you are going 55 mph, you will need more than _____________ feet to safely pass another vehicle.
Category: Safe Driving Practices
1,600 feet.
If you are in the intersection when the light turns red:
Category: Road Signs, Traffic Lights, Markings
Proceed through when traffic clears.
More Details: If you are in the intersection when the light turns red:
If you are involved in an accident, one of the immediate requirements is to:
Category: Emergency Situations
Help anyone who is injured.
More Details: If you are involved in an accident, one of the immediate requirements is to:
If you are parked or stopped at the curb and you want to pull out into a traffic lane, you should:
Category: Parking
Turn on your signal and wait for a large enough gap in traffic.
If you are riding in a vehicle equipped with a lap belt and also a separate shoulder belt, you are:
Category: Basic Vehicle Operation
Required to use both.
If you are thrown from your vehicle during a collision, you are ____ times more likely to die.
Category: Emergency Situations
25
If you can see an emergency vehicle with flashing lights ahead, ______.
Category: Emergency Situations
Pull over towards the side of the road and stop until the vehicle has passed.
More Details: If you can see an emergency vehicle with flashing lights ahead, ______.
If you damage an unattended vehicle you must:
Category: Traffic Laws
Find the owner or leave a note.
If you do not have __________, always drive with your low-beam headlights on.
Category: Headlights & Night Driving
Daytime running lights
More Details: If you do not have __________, always drive with your low-beam headlights on.
If you drive faster than other vehicles on a road with one lane in each direction:
Category: Safe Driving Practices
You’ll increase the risk of a collision.
More Details: If you drive faster than other vehicles on a road with one lane in each direction:
If you find your brakes failing, which of the following should you not do?
Category: Emergency Situations
Turn off the ignition.
More Details: If you find your brakes failing, which of the following should you not do?
If you get drowsy while driving it is best to:
Category: Safe Driving Practices
Pull off the road and take a break.
More Details: If you get drowsy while driving it is best to:
If you have a tire blowout when driving on the highway, you should not use your brakes until:
Category: Emergency Situations
The vehicle has almost slowed to a stop.
If you have ABS on your car the best way to use the brake system is to:
Category: Basic Vehicle Operation
Apply steady pressure to the brake pedal.
More Details: If you have ABS on your car the best way to use the brake system is to:
If you have to stop on the shoulder of a freeway because of an emergency, you should:
Category: Emergency Situations
Pull off the road completely and activate your hazard lights.
More Details: If you have to stop on the shoulder of a freeway because of an emergency, you should:
If you pass a working emergency vehicle stopped on the side of a freeway you are to:
Category: Emergency Situations
Vacate the closest lane if safe and possible to do so.
More Details: If you pass a working emergency vehicle stopped on the side of a freeway you are to:
If you see a diamond-shaped sign, it will be what type of sign?
Category: Road Signs, Traffic Lights, Markings
Warning sign.
More Details: If you see a diamond-shaped sign, it will be what type of sign?
If your car breaks down, you should:
Category: Emergency Situations
Use your turn signals to carefully exit the road, pull as far off the road as possible, and turn on your hazard lights.
If your driver license is suspended, you may drive only:
Category: Driver’s License Process
If you are approved for a hardship license.
More Details: If your driver license is suspended, you may drive only:
If your vehicle begins to hydroplane, you should _____.
Category: Weather Conditions
Slow down gradually by releasing the gas pedal.
More Details: If your vehicle begins to hydroplane, you should _____.
Implied consent law means:
Category: Alcohol & Drugs
You have agreed to submit to a chemical test to determine your BAC.
In a school zone, when must a driver stop?
Category: Traffic Laws
In all of these situations.
In a standard passenger car, partial hydroplaning can begin at speeds as low as:
Category: Weather Conditions
35 mph.
More Details: In a standard passenger car, partial hydroplaning can begin at speeds as low as:
In a vehicle equipped with dual airbags the safest place for infants is:
Category: Safe Driving Practices
The back seat.
More Details: In a vehicle equipped with dual airbags the safest place for infants is:
Is driving a privilege or a right?
Category: Driver’s License Process
A privilege.
Is it illegal to pass on the right?
Category: Traffic Laws
Yes, if you need to use the shoulder to pass the other vehicle.
It is against the law to enter an intersection when:
Category: Traffic Laws
You cannot make it across before the light changes to red.
More Details: It is against the law to enter an intersection when:
It is illegal to drive with a blood alcohol concentration of:
Category: Alcohol & Drugs
0.0008
More Details: It is illegal to drive with a blood alcohol concentration of:
It is illegal to follow an emergency vehicle at a distance closer than __________.
Category: Emergency Situations
500 feet.
More Details: It is illegal to follow an emergency vehicle at a distance closer than __________.
It is illegal to park if a crosswalk is within:
Category: Parking
20 feet.
More Details: It is illegal to park if a crosswalk is within:
It is legal to drive with an alcoholic container that has been opened if the container is:
Category: Alcohol & Drugs
In the trunk.
It is more dangerous to drive at night than in daytime, because:
Category: Weather Conditions
Visibility is greatly reduced.
More Details: It is more dangerous to drive at night than in daytime, because:
It is permissible to drive faster than the speed limit:
Category: Traffic Laws
Under no circumstances.
More Details: It is permissible to drive faster than the speed limit:
Lanes marked with a diamond symbol are:
Category: Road Signs, Traffic Lights, Markings
Carpool lanes.
Lanes of traffic going in opposite directions are divided by:
Category: Traffic Laws
Yellow lines.
More Details: Lanes of traffic going in opposite directions are divided by:
Large trucks turning right onto a street with two lanes in each direction:
Category: Sharing the Road
May swing left to begin the turn.
More Details: Large trucks turning right onto a street with two lanes in each direction:
Locked wheel skids are usually caused by:
Category: Emergency Situations
Braking too hard at a high speed.
Low-beam headlights are only effective for speeds up to:
Category: Headlights & Night Driving
25 mph.
More Details: Low-beam headlights are only effective for speeds up to:
Many cars will begin to float in as little as __________ of standing water.
Category: Weather Conditions
6 inches.
More Details: Many cars will begin to float in as little as __________ of standing water.
On average, how long does it take your body to remove the alcohol contained in 5 ounces of wine?
Category: Alcohol & Drugs
1 hour.
On expressways it is recommended to pass on the:
Category: Safe Driving Practices
Left.
More Details: On expressways it is recommended to pass on the:
On three lane freeways, it is best to travel in the:
Category: Safe Driving Practices
The center lane.
More Details: On three lane freeways, it is best to travel in the:
One hand steering is recommended:
Category: Basic Vehicle Operation
Backing up and operating the controls.
Parking is not allowed:
Category: Parking
In any of these places.
Pentagonal signs are used to indicate:
Category: Road Signs, Traffic Lights, Markings
School zones.
Regulatory signs are:
Category: Road Signs, Traffic Lights, Markings
White.
Reversible lanes are designated by:
Category: Road Signs, Traffic Lights, Markings
Double broken yellow lines.
Roads freeze more quickly when they are:
Category: Weather Conditions
In the shade.
Should you always drive slower than other traffic?
Category: Safe Driving Practices
No, doing so can disrupt the safe and normal flow of traffic.
More Details: Should you always drive slower than other traffic?
Stopping a vehicle with good brakes from 20 miles per hour under good conditions requires about:
Category: Basic Vehicle Operation
63 feet to react and come to a stop.
Striking a fixed object at 60 mph is the same as falling from a:
Category: Safe Driving Practices
10-story building.
More Details: Striking a fixed object at 60 mph is the same as falling from a:
Sudden wind gusts on highways:
Category: Weather Conditions
Can cause all vehicles to drift.
The average large truck traveling at 55 mph can take almost how many feet to stop?
Category: Sharing the Road
400 feet.
More Details: The average large truck traveling at 55 mph can take almost how many feet to stop?
The basic speed law says that:
Category: Traffic Laws
You cannot drive faster than what is safe for the current conditions.
The best way to deal with a tailgater is to _____________.
Category: Safe Driving Practices
Slow down and allow them to pass.
More Details: The best way to deal with a tailgater is to _____________.
The color of a motorist service sign is:
Category: Road Signs, Traffic Lights, Markings
Blue.
The extra space in front of a large truck is needed for:
Category: Sharing the Road
The truck driver to have enough room to stop.
More Details: The extra space in front of a large truck is needed for:
The head restraint should be adjusted:
Category: Basic Vehicle Operation
To be in contact with the back of your head.
The headlights must be turned on:
Category: Headlights & Night Driving
30 minutes after sunset until 30 minutes before sunrise.
The maximum legal speed limit on a rural interstate highway is:
Category: Traffic Laws
75 mph.
More Details: The maximum legal speed limit on a rural interstate highway is:
The most important thing in backing a motor vehicle is:
Category: Basic Vehicle Operation
To use your mirrors and turn your head when backing up so you can yield to other vehicles, bicycles, and pedestrians.
More Details: The most important thing in backing a motor vehicle is:
The proper way in which to make a right turn is:
Category: Traffic Laws
Use your turn signal, get into the right turn lane, slow down, and yield to pedestrians.
More Details: The proper way in which to make a right turn is:
The speed limit for a blind intersection is:
Category: Traffic Laws
15 mph.
To avoid a collision, you should:
Category: Safe Driving Practices
Stop, slow down, speed up, or turn.
To avoid last minute moves, you should:
Category: Safe Driving Practices
Scan 10-15 seconds ahead of your vehicle.
To avoid tailgating, one should follow the:
Category: Safe Driving Practices
3-second rule.
To make a right turn at the corner:
Category: Traffic Laws
Merge into the bike lane for no more than 200 feet.
To prevent hydroplaning:
Category: Weather Conditions
Reduce your speed.
To regain control of a vehicle in a skid, __________.
Category: Emergency Situations
Ease off the gas pedal.
More Details: To regain control of a vehicle in a skid, __________.
To see vehicles in your blind spot, you should check:
Category: Safe Driving Practices
Over your shoulders.
More Details: To see vehicles in your blind spot, you should check:
True or False: Always adjust mirrors after adjusting your seat.
Category: Basic Vehicle Operation
True.
More Details: True or False: Always adjust mirrors after adjusting your seat.
True or False: It is permissible to pass on the right if the vehicle in front of you is making a left hand turn.
Category: Traffic Laws
True.
True or False: You may exceed the speed limit when passing another vehicle.
Category: Traffic Laws
False.
More Details: True or False: You may exceed the speed limit when passing another vehicle.
True or False? You may pass on a two-way road that is marked with a broken yellow line.
Category: Road Signs, Traffic Lights, Markings
True.
Two sets of solid double yellow lines that are two or more feet apart:
Category: Road Signs, Traffic Lights, Markings
May not be crossed.
More Details: Two sets of solid double yellow lines that are two or more feet apart:
Unless otherwise posted, the speed limit in school zones is:
Category: Traffic Laws
25 mph.
More Details: Unless otherwise posted, the speed limit in school zones is:
Unless otherwise posted, what is the speed limit in a business area?
Category: Traffic Laws
25 mph.
More Details: Unless otherwise posted, what is the speed limit in a business area?
Unless otherwise posted, what is the speed limit in a residential area?
Category: Traffic Laws
25 mph.
More Details: Unless otherwise posted, what is the speed limit in a residential area?
Vehicle stopping distances never depend on:
Category: Safe Driving Practices
Other cars on the road.
Water on the road can cause a vehicle to hydroplane. Your car may hydroplane at speeds as low as:
Category: Weather Conditions
35 mph.
Weaving in and out of traffic:
Category: Safe Driving Practices
Causes traffic to be slower and can increase the risk of a collision.
What appears on a warning sign that tells you the road is slippery when wet?
Category: Road Signs, Traffic Lights, Markings
A car with squiggly lines coming from it.
More Details: What appears on a warning sign that tells you the road is slippery when wet?
What are some telltale signs of a drunk driver?
Category: Alcohol & Drugs
Inconsistent speed.
More Details: What are some telltale signs of a drunk driver?
What are the colors of a sign which tells you the distance to the next exit of a highway?
Category: Road Signs, Traffic Lights, Markings
Green.
What are the colors of warning signs indicating upcoming hazards?
Category: Road Signs, Traffic Lights, Markings
Yellow
More Details: What are the colors of warning signs indicating upcoming hazards?
What are the consequences if you fail to stop for a school bus with flashing red lights?
Category: Sharing the Road
Expensive fines and a suspended driver’s license.
What can happen if you dump or abandon an animal by the roadside?
Category: Traffic Laws
Both a fine and jail time.
More Details: What can happen if you dump or abandon an animal by the roadside?
What do yellow curbs mean?
Category: Road Signs, Traffic Lights, Markings
Loading zone.
What does a double solid white line mean?
Category: Road Signs, Traffic Lights, Markings
Traffic moves in the same direction and passing or changing lanes over the lines is not permitted.
What does a flashing red light mean?
Category: Road Signs, Traffic Lights, Markings
The same thing as a stop sign.
What does a flashing yellow light mean?
Category: Road Signs, Traffic Lights, Markings
Proceed with caution.
What does a pennant shaped sign mean?
Category: Road Signs, Traffic Lights, Markings
No passing zone.
What does a slow moving vehicle sign look like?
Category: Road Signs, Traffic Lights, Markings
An orange triangle.
More Details: What does a slow moving vehicle sign look like?
What does a yellow arrow mean?
Category: Road Signs, Traffic Lights, Markings
Prepare to stop and yield to oncoming traffic.
What does alcohol affect first?
Category: Alcohol & Drugs
Your judgement.
What does no standing mean?
Category: Road Signs, Traffic Lights, Markings
You can only stop briefly when picking up or dropping off passengers.
What is a good minimum following distance?
Category: Safe Driving Practices
3 seconds.
What is a No Zone?
Category: Sharing the Road
The blind spots for large vehicles.
What is a pedestrian safety zone?
Category: Sharing the Road
Areas on and near the roadway with additional accommodations and regulations to help protect pedestrians.
What is a space cushion?
Category: Safe Driving Practices
Empty space all around your vehicle that allows you to react to hazards.
What is a turnout area?
Category: Traffic Laws
An area on narrow roads to allow other vehicles to pass.
What is double parking?
Category: Parking
A vehicle parked alongside a vehicle that is already parked next to the curb.
What is Hydroplaning?
Category: Weather Conditions
Hydroplaning is when your tires lose traction with the road.
What is the difference between traffic lights with red arrows and those with solid red lights?
Category: Road Signs, Traffic Lights, Markings
You cannot turn against a red arrow.
What is the far right lane of the highway for?
Category: Traffic Laws
Traffic entering and exiting the highway.
More Details: What is the far right lane of the highway for?
What is the first thing you should do if your wheels move off the pavement?
Category: Emergency Situations
Hold the steering wheel firmly and release the gas pedal.
More Details: What is the first thing you should do if your wheels move off the pavement?
What is the proper following distance behind a motorcyclist?
Category: Sharing the Road
More than the following distance for a car.
More Details: What is the proper following distance behind a motorcyclist?
What is the purpose of rumble strips?
Category: Traffic Laws
To help alert drivers that they are drifting out of the lane.
What is the speed limit while driving in an alley?
Category: Traffic Laws
15 mph.
More Details: What is the speed limit while driving in an alley?
What shape is a stop sign?
Category: Road Signs, Traffic Lights, Markings
Octagon.
What vehicles must stop at all railroad crossings?
Category: Traffic Laws
Trucks transporting hazardous materials.
More Details: What vehicles must stop at all railroad crossings?
When a right turn on red is permitted, you must still __________.
Category: Road Signs, Traffic Lights, Markings
Come to a complete stop.
More Details: When a right turn on red is permitted, you must still __________.
When a school bus is stopped on the roadway, you must always stop when:
Category: Traffic Laws
The bus has its red lights flashing or stop arm extended.
More Details: When a school bus is stopped on the roadway, you must always stop when:
When approaching a curve the best thing to do is:
Category: Safe Driving Practices
Slow down before you enter the curve.
More Details: When approaching a curve the best thing to do is:
When approaching a railroad crossing without mechanical gates or lights, you should:
Category: Traffic Laws
Slow down to 15 mph and be prepared to stop if necessary.
More Details: When approaching a railroad crossing without mechanical gates or lights, you should:
When approaching a railroad crossing, you must look _____.
Category: Traffic Laws
Both directions for oncoming trains.
More Details: When approaching a railroad crossing, you must look _____.
When are U turns legal?
Category: Traffic Laws
On highways where an opening is provided in the center median that allows U-turns.
When backing out of an angled parking space, you should always move slowly and:
Category: Parking
Look over your shoulder as you back up.
More Details: When backing out of an angled parking space, you should always move slowly and:
When backing up you should:
Category: Basic Vehicle Operation
Turn your head to look out of your rear window.
When can a motorcyclist use a complete traffic lane?
Category: Sharing the Road
At all times.
More Details: When can a motorcyclist use a complete traffic lane?
When can you drive in a bike lane?
Category: Sharing the Road
Within 200 feet of a right turn.
When can you drive in a lane with a red “x” above it?
Category: Road Signs, Traffic Lights, Markings
Never
More Details: When can you drive in a lane with a red “x” above it?
When can you pass a vehicle on the right?
Category: Traffic Laws
On multilane roads.
When changing lanes you should:
Category: Safe Driving Practices
Use your turn signal, check your mirrors, and check your blind spots.
When choosing your driving speed, the most important thing to consider is:
Category: Safe Driving Practices
Weather, traffic, and road conditions.
More Details: When choosing your driving speed, the most important thing to consider is:
When do you not need to stop if a school bus is loading or unloading children?
Category: Traffic Laws
When you are on the opposite side of a divided road or multi-lane road with at least 2 lanes in each direction.
More Details: When do you not need to stop if a school bus is loading or unloading children?
When driving at night on a dimly lit street, you should:
Category: Headlights & Night Driving
Avoid driving faster than your headlights can illuminate the road ahead.
More Details: When driving at night on a dimly lit street, you should:
When driving at night, you should:
Category: Headlights & Night Driving
Increase your following distance.
When driving behind another vehicle at night, you should:
Category: Headlights & Night Driving
Use your low beam headlights.
More Details: When driving behind another vehicle at night, you should:
When driving in fog you should:
Category: Weather Conditions
Use your low beam headlights.
When driving in rain the road becomes the most slippery:
Category: Weather Conditions
During the first 10 to 15 minutes of rain.
More Details: When driving in rain the road becomes the most slippery:
When driving on a slippery surface such as snow or ice:
Category: Weather Conditions
Reduce your speed by at least half.
More Details: When driving on a slippery surface such as snow or ice:
When driving on a wet road:
Category: Weather Conditions
Reduce your speed.
When driving on an expressway, if you want to change lanes you should signal and:
Category: Safe Driving Practices
Turn your head to check your blind spots.
More Details: When driving on an expressway, if you want to change lanes you should signal and:
When driving on snow covered roads, you should reduce speed by:
Category: Weather Conditions
About ½ the normal driving speed.
More Details: When driving on snow covered roads, you should reduce speed by:
When driving on wet roads you should:
Category: Weather Conditions
Increase your following distance to about 5 or 6 seconds.
When driving slower than the rest of the traffic, in which lane should you be driving?
Category: Traffic Laws
Right.
More Details: When driving slower than the rest of the traffic, in which lane should you be driving?
When driving, if you miss your turn you should:
Category: Safe Driving Practices
Continue driving until the next place to turn around.
More Details: When driving, if you miss your turn you should:
When driving, if you miss your turn, you should:
Category: Safe Driving Practices
Wait until the next place to turn or exit.
More Details: When driving, if you miss your turn, you should:
When entering a street from a private alley or driveway, you must:
Category: Traffic Laws
Stop, look, and yield to pedestrians before crossing over the sidewalk.
More Details: When entering a street from a private alley or driveway, you must:
When entering a street from an unpaved road, you should:
Category: Traffic Laws
Yield to vehicles on the paved street.
More Details: When entering a street from an unpaved road, you should:
When feeling ill, taking medication before driving:
Category: Alcohol & Drugs
Can have similar effects as drugs and alcohol on your ability to drive safely.
More Details: When feeling ill, taking medication before driving:
When is it legal to cross a double solid yellow line?
Category: Road Signs, Traffic Lights, Markings
When you are turning left to exit the roadway.
More Details: When is it legal to cross a double solid yellow line?
When it is raining, you should use your:
Category: Weather Conditions
Low beam headlights.
When may you legally drive around or under a railroad crossing gate?
Category: Traffic Laws
Never.
More Details: When may you legally drive around or under a railroad crossing gate?
When merging with freeway traffic, you should try to merge ________________.
Category: Safe Driving Practices
At the same speed.
More Details: When merging with freeway traffic, you should try to merge ________________.
When one vehicle is towing another by means of a chain, the chain must:
Category: Basic Vehicle Operation
Display a 12” square white flag or cloth.
More Details: When one vehicle is towing another by means of a chain, the chain must:
When parking headed downhill it is best to:
Category: Parking
Put your vehicle in park and set the parking brake.
When parking uphill on a two-way street with no curb, your front wheels should be:
Category: Parking
Turned away from the street.
More Details: When parking uphill on a two-way street with no curb, your front wheels should be:
When parking uphill with a curb:
Category: Parking
Turn your wheels away from the curb.
When sharing the road with a light-rail vehicle, you should:
Category: Sharing the Road
Never turn in front of a light-rail vehicle.
More Details: When sharing the road with a light-rail vehicle, you should:
When sharing the road with a truck, it is important to remember that, in general, trucks:
Category: Sharing the Road
Require a longer distance to stop.
When should you increase your following distance to four seconds?
Category: Safe Driving Practices
In bad weather and poor conditions.
More Details: When should you increase your following distance to four seconds?
When should you not pass another vehicle?
Category: Traffic Laws
When the car is stopped at an intersection or crosswalk.
When should you use your high beam headlights at night?
Category: Headlights & Night Driving
When you are driving in dark areas with no other vehicles around you.
More Details: When should you use your high beam headlights at night?
When should you yield your legal right-of-way?
Category: Traffic Laws
If it will prevent a collision.
More Details: When should you yield your legal right-of-way?
When the foot brake is pressed, which light must come on?
Category: Basic Vehicle Operation
Brake lights.
More Details: When the foot brake is pressed, which light must come on?
When they see a yellow x signal, drivers should:
Category: Road Signs, Traffic Lights, Markings
Move over because it is switching to be used by traffic moving in the opposite direction.
More Details: When they see a yellow x signal, drivers should:
When turning left, you must yield the right of way:
Category: Traffic Laws
If the traffic light is a solid green light not a green arrow.
More Details: When turning left, you must yield the right of way:
When you approach an intersection with a green traffic light, you should:
Category: Road Signs, Traffic Lights, Markings
Continue driving, but yield to pedestrians or traffic in the intersection.
More Details: When you approach an intersection with a green traffic light, you should:
When you are driving at 55 mph, you will need a stopping distance of about:
Category: Safe Driving Practices
250 to 300 feet.
More Details: When you are driving at 55 mph, you will need a stopping distance of about:
When you are getting ready to drive, you should:
Category: Basic Vehicle Operation
Adjust your seat, then your mirrors, and fasten your seat belt.
More Details: When you are getting ready to drive, you should:
When you drive through a construction zone, you should:
Category: Safe Driving Practices
Slow down and be prepared to stop at any time.
More Details: When you drive through a construction zone, you should:
When you encounter an aggressive driver tailgating you, you should:
Category: Safe Driving Practices
Slow down and allow them to pass.
More Details: When you encounter an aggressive driver tailgating you, you should:
When you encounter an aggressive driver, you should:
Category: Safe Driving Practices
Give them space and not engage.
More Details: When you encounter an aggressive driver, you should:
When you hear a siren coming, you should:
Category: Emergency Situations
Pull to the right side of the road and stop until it passes.
When you see a sign that tells you the road curves ahead to the right then the left, you should:
Category: Road Signs, Traffic Lights, Markings
Slow down before entering each curve.
When you see livestock near the roadway, you should:
Category: Safe Driving Practices
Slow down and proceed with caution.
More Details: When you see livestock near the roadway, you should:
Where is it illegal to pass?
Category: Traffic Laws
Over a solid double yellow line.
Where should you stop your vehicle when there is no limit line?
Category: Road Signs, Traffic Lights, Markings
At the corner before entering the intersection.
More Details: Where should you stop your vehicle when there is no limit line?
Which is not a factor in determining the distance that it takes to stop your vehicle?
Category: Safe Driving Practices
Steering technique.
More Details: Which is not a factor in determining the distance that it takes to stop your vehicle?
Which of the following are used as left-edge lines on divided highways?
Category: Road Signs, Traffic Lights, Markings
Solid yellow line.
More Details: Which of the following are used as left-edge lines on divided highways?
Which of the following is true about drinking and driving:
Category: Alcohol & Drugs
Alcohol negatively affects your judgement.
More Details: Which of the following is true about drinking and driving:
Which of the following is true about over-the-counter drugs?
Category: Alcohol & Drugs
They can impair your ability to drive.
More Details: Which of the following is true about over-the-counter drugs?
Which of the following responses is appropriate when approaching a steady yellow traffic signal?
Category: Road Signs, Traffic Lights, Markings
Slow down and stop, unless you are already in the intersection.
Which of the following roadways freezes first when wet?
Category: Weather Conditions
Bridges and overpasses.
More Details: Which of the following roadways freezes first when wet?
Which of the following statement(s) are always true about alcohol:
Category: Alcohol & Drugs
A breathalyzer test is used to determine a driver’s BAC.
More Details: Which of the following statement(s) are always true about alcohol:
Which of the following statements about blind spots is true?
Category: Safe Driving Practices
Large trucks have larger blind spots than passenger vehicles.
More Details: Which of the following statements about blind spots is true?
Which of the following will not help you avoid skidding on slippery surfaces?
Category: Weather Conditions
Braking in turns or curves.
More Details: Which of the following will not help you avoid skidding on slippery surfaces?
Which of the following will reduce the amount of alcohol in your body?
Category: Alcohol & Drugs
Time.
More Details: Which of the following will reduce the amount of alcohol in your body?
While driving if you need to use your cell phone, you should:
Category: Safe Driving Practices
Pull over to a safe space and stop driving.
More Details: While driving if you need to use your cell phone, you should:
While you are passing on a two lane road:
Category: Safe Driving Practices
Make sure there is enough space from oncoming vehicles and enough space for you to return to your lane after passing the vehicle in front of you.
With a basic Class C driver’s license a person may drive:
Category: Driver’s License Process
A 2-axle vehicle with a gross vehicle weight rating of 26,000 lbs. or less.
More Details: With a basic Class C driver’s license a person may drive:
With any turning vehicle, the rear wheels follow a _________ than the front wheels.
Category: Basic Vehicle Operation
Shorter path.
More Details: With any turning vehicle, the rear wheels follow a _________ than the front wheels.
You are driving in traffic on a road with two or more lanes in each direction. You should:
Category: Safe Driving Practices
Keep to the right, except to pass.
You are driving on a dry road, and it begins to rain. You should:
Category: Weather Conditions
Slow down because this is typically when the road is most slippery.
More Details: You are driving on a dry road, and it begins to rain. You should:
You are driving on a highway and your gas pedal gets jammed. What should you do?
Category: Emergency Situations
Shift into neutral.
More Details: You are driving on a highway and your gas pedal gets jammed. What should you do?
You are driving on a two lane highway and are passing a large truck. What is required to pass safely?
Category: Sharing the Road
A large enough gap in oncoming traffic.
You are driving on the freeway behind a large truck, you should drive:
Category: Sharing the Road
Farther behind the truck than you would a passenger car.
More Details: You are driving on the freeway behind a large truck, you should drive:
You are driving too slowly if you:
Category: Traffic Laws
Block traffic driving at a normal and safe speed.
You are entering an expressway, and are in the acceleration lane. You should speed up to:
Category: Safe Driving Practices
Match the speed of traffic on the freeway.
You are in a truck’s blind spot if:
Category: Sharing the Road
You cannot see the truck driver in the truck’s mirrors.
You are not allowed to park within _____ feet of a railroad crossing.
Category: Parking
50 feet.
More Details: You are not allowed to park within _____ feet of a railroad crossing.
You are not allowed to park within _____ feet of an intersection.
Category: Parking
20 feet.
More Details: You are not allowed to park within _____ feet of an intersection.
You drive defensively when you:
Category: Safe Driving Practices
Constantly scan for hazards.
You may continue carefully through a yellow light if:
Category: Road Signs, Traffic Lights, Markings
You are in the intersection when the light changes.
More Details: You may continue carefully through a yellow light if:
You may legally block an intersection:
Category: Traffic Laws
Under no circumstances.
You may park or stop along the shoulder of the freeway:
Category: Parking
In an emergency.
More Details: You may park or stop along the shoulder of the freeway:
You may turn right on a solid red light:
Category: Road Signs, Traffic Lights, Markings
After coming to a complete stop to yield to pedestrians and other vehicles in the intersection.
You must drive at a speed:
Category: Traffic Laws
That is appropriate for the current conditions.
You should look at least ___________ seconds ahead of your car.
Category: Safe Driving Practices
10 to 15
More Details: You should look at least ___________ seconds ahead of your car.
You should only pass on a two-way road when:
Category: Traffic Laws
It is safe and legal to do so and you can see if traffic is approaching from the opposite direction.
You should use your vehicle’s horn when:
Category: Basic Vehicle Operation
It is necessary to prevent a collision.
Your blind spot is the area of the road:
Category: Safe Driving Practices
You cannot see without turning your head.
Your driver license may be suspended for causing:
Category: Driver’s License Process
A serious car accident.
More Details: Your driver license may be suspended for causing:
Your field of vision is:
Category: Safe Driving Practices
Reduced as your speed increases.
Your first response to reduced visibility should be:
Category: Weather Conditions
Reduce your speed.
More Details: Your first response to reduced visibility should be:
Alcohol & Drugs
DMV Sample Questions
Which of the following is true about drinking and driving?
A 5-ounce glass of wine has the same alcohol as a:
On average, how long does it take your body to remove the alcohol contained in 5 ounces of wine?
Which of the following statement(s) are always true about alcohol:
Which of the following beverages contains the most alcohol?
At what BAC is it illegal for individuals of legal drinking age to operate a motor vehicle?
Drinking coffee after drinking alcohol:
Which of the following is true about over-the-counter drugs?
When feeling ill, taking medication before driving:
Which of the following will reduce the amount of alcohol in your body?
A chemical test is used to measure:
A driver who refuses to take an alcohol test:
If your driver license is suspended, you may drive only:
What does alcohol affect first?
What are some telltale signs of a drunk driver?
How many alcoholic drinks does it take to affect your driving ability?
It is illegal to drive with a blood alcohol concentration of:
It is legal to drive with an alcoholic container that has been opened if the container is:
Detailed Explanations
What is considered to be one standard alcoholic drink?
What is the only effective way to remove alcohol from the body?
What is a chemical test used to measure?
What is the first thing to be affected by alcohol?
What happens when you combine alcohol and drugs?
Bad Weather & Road Conditions
DMV Sample Questions
Hydroplaning is usually caused by:
When driving in rain the road becomes the most slippery:
If your vehicle begins to hydroplane, you should _____.
When driving on a slippery surface such as snow or ice:
You are driving on a dry road, and it begins to rain. You should:
When driving on wet roads you should:
Which of the following will not help you avoid skidding on slippery surfaces?
Water on the road can cause a vehicle to hydroplane. Your car may hydroplane at speeds as low as:
At what temperature are icy roads most slippery?
What appears on a warning sign that tells you the road is slippery when wet?
When driving on snow covered roads, you should reduce speed by:
When it is raining, you should use your:
Which of the following roadways freezes first when wet?
Many cars will begin to float in as little as __ of standing water.
Roads freeze more quickly when they are:
In a standard passenger car, partial hydroplaning can begin at speeds as low as:
Your first response to reduced visibility should be:
If weather conditions require you to use your windshield wipers, you must also:
Detailed Explanations
What should you do when driving on a slippery surface such as snow or ice?
What should drivers do when driving in bad weather?
What should you do when driving on dirt or gravel roads?
What is hydroplaning usually caused by?
What are some things to know about driving in rural areas?
What should you do if you approach deep water on the roadway?
What wind speeds can make driving dangerous?
What should you do when driving uphill in the snow?
Collisions & Accidents
DMV Sample Questions
Your driver license may be suspended for causing:
If you damage an unattended vehicle you must:
Striking a fixed object at 60 mph is the same as falling from a:
_ are the most likely places for car and motorcycle collisions to occur.
Flash your brake lights or turn on your emergency flashers if you:
If an oncoming driver is heading toward you in your lane, you should:
If another car is in danger of hitting you, you should:
If you are thrown from your vehicle during a collision, you are __ times more likely to die.
If you drive faster than other vehicles on a road with one lane in each direction:
To avoid a collision, you should:
If you are involved in an accident, one of the immediate requirements is to:
You should use your vehicle’s horn when:
Which of the following is not true about seat belts?
Detailed Explanations
What should you do to avoid a collision?
What should you do if you are involved in a crash?
What are some situations that can make collisions more likely to happen?
Handling Emergencies & Safety on the Road
DMV Sample Questions
To regain control of a vehicle in a skid, __________.
What is the first thing you should do if your wheels move off the pavement?
A person’s driver license will automatically be suspended if convicted of:
If you can see an emergency vehicle with flashing lights ahead, ______.
When you hear a siren coming, you should:
Locked wheel skids are usually caused by:
When one vehicle is towing another by means of a chain, the chain must:
If you have a tire blowout when driving on the highway, you should not use your brakes until:
If a driver sees an animal on the roadway:
If you are riding in a vehicle equipped with a lap belt and also a separate shoulder belt, you are:
If you find your brakes failing, which of the following should you not do?
If you get drowsy while driving it is best to:
If you have to stop on the shoulder of a freeway because of an emergency, you should:
If your car breaks down, you should:
In a vehicle equipped with dual airbags the safest place for infants is:
Sudden wind gusts on highways:
When you drive through a construction zone, you should:
When you encounter an aggressive driver tailgating you, you should:
You are driving on a highway and your gas pedal gets jammed. What should you do?
All of the following practices are dangerous to do while driving. Which one is also illegal?
The head restraint should be adjusted:
What can happen if you dump or abandon an animal by the roadside?
When you are getting ready to drive, you should:
While driving if you need to use your cell phone, you should:
You drive defensively when you:
A good defensive driver should:
Is driving a privilege or a right?
When you encounter an aggressive driver, you should:
When you see livestock near the roadway, you should:
A vehicle suddenly cuts in front of you creating a hazard. What should you do first?
Detailed Explanations
What does a standard, Class C driver’s license permit a person to drive?
What should you do if your accelerator sticks while you are driving?
What does it mean to drive defensively?
What should you do if your vehicle breaks down?
What should you do when approaching an accident scene?
What should you do when you encounter an aggressive driver?
What should you do if you find yourself in a skid?
What should you do to help avoid skidding on slippery surfaces?
What can happen if your car’s suspension is bad?
What should you do if you have a tire blowout while driving?
What should you do if your cell phone rings while you’re driving?
When should you use your seat belt?
What should you do when driving through a construction zone?
When should you use your horn?
What should you do when you hear an emergency vehicle with flashing light or a siren coming?
What should you do if you are stopped by a law enforcement officer?
What are the basic driving rules?
What are traffic laws in place for?
What is the best way to respond to events happening outside your vehicle?
What is the pre-drive checklist?
What is traction affected by while driving?
What should be your first response to steering failure?
What should you do if your vehicle accidentally leaves the roadway while driving?
Headlights & Driving at Night
DMV Sample Questions
If you do not have __________, always drive with your low-beam headlights on.
At night, a driver should dim his headlights when an oncoming motor vehicle comes within:
If an approaching driver refuses to switch his high beams to low, you should_____.
The headlights must be turned on:
When driving in fog you should:
Low-beam headlights are only effective for speeds up to:
Headlights must be activated when visibility is limited to:
When should you use your high beam headlights at night?
When driving at night, you should:
When driving at night on a dimly lit street, you should:
When driving behind another vehicle at night, you should:
It is more dangerous to drive at night than in daytime, because:
At night, it is hardest to see:
Detailed Explanations
When must you use your headlights?
What should you do when a car with bright headlights comes toward you at night?
What should you do when driving at night?
What does it mean when someone is flashing their headlights?
What should you do if your headlights fail?
Intersections, Right of Way, Traffic Signals
DMV Sample Questions
What does a flashing yellow light mean?
What does a flashing red light mean?
A green arrow showing with a red traffic light means:
When entering a street from a private alley or driveway, you must:
At a four-way stop, if two cars arrive at the intersection at the same time:
At intersections, look to the _____ first.
If you see a diamond-shaped sign, it will be what type of sign?
When can you drive in a lane with a red “x” above it?
Pentagonal signs are used to indicate:
A red and white triangular sign at an intersection means:
When approaching a railroad crossing, you must look _____.
Always stop before crossing railroad tracks when:
What are the colors of warning signs indicating upcoming hazards?
When entering a street from an unpaved road, you should:
When you approach an intersection with a green traffic light, you should:
You may legally block an intersection:
A red arrow at an intersection indicates that:
A yellow, diamond shaped sign with a black cross on it means there’s ______________ ahead.
An uncontrolled railroad crossing usually has a speed limit of:
At intersections, crosswalks, and railroad crossings, you should always:
Flashing red lights at a railroad crossing mean __.
If a traffic signal is out of order, you should:
If you are in the intersection when the light turns red:
The color of a motorist service sign is:
The speed limit for a blind intersection is:
To make a right turn at the corner:
What are the colors of a sign which tells you the distance to the next exit of a highway?
What is the difference between traffic lights with red arrows and those with solid red lights?
When approaching a railroad crossing without mechanical gates or lights, you should:
When turning left, you must yield the right of way:
When you see a sign that tells you the road curves ahead to the right then the left, you should:
Where should you stop your vehicle when there is no limit line?
A traffic sign with a red circle around and a slash over a symbol means:
It is against the law to enter an intersection when:
When they see a yellow x signal, drivers should:
You may continue carefully through a yellow light if:
When should you yield your legal right-of-way?
Which of the following responses is appropriate when approaching a steady yellow traffic signal?
As you approach a roundabout, you should:
What does a yellow arrow mean?
When may you legally drive around or under a railroad crossing gate?
A traffic signal with a flashing yellow arrow means that you should:
What vehicles must stop at all railroad crossings?
Do you have to stop at a green light when turning right?
You may turn right on a solid red light:
Detailed Explanations
What should you do when you are approaching an uncontrolled intersection?
What should you do before entering an intersection?
What should you do when approaching a railroad crossing?
Who does the law give the right-of-way to?
How do you drive in a roundabout?
What are the basic crosswalk rules?
What should you do at a T-intersection?
Who has the right of way at a controlled intersection?
Who has the right of way when vehicles are approaching from different directions?
Parking
DMV Sample Questions
When parking headed downhill it is best to:
A vehicle should never be parked closer to a fire hydrant than:
When parking uphill with a curb:
When parking uphill on a two-way street with no curb, your front wheels should be:
It is illegal to park if a crosswalk is within:
Do not park more than _______ away from the curb.
If you are parked or stopped at the curb and you want to pull out into a traffic lane, you should:
You are not allowed to park within _ feet of a railroad crossing.
You are not allowed to park within _ feet of an intersection.
You may park or stop along the shoulder of the freeway:
A curb painted blue means parking is:
When backing out of an angled parking space, you should always move slowly and:
Detailed Explanations
What should you do when parking next to a curb?
Where is it illegal to park your vehicle?
Where to turn your wheels when parking on hills?
What are the different types of street parking?
Passing, Changing Lanes, & Lane Markings
DMV Sample Questions
How long should you signal before you turn?
What does a double solid white line mean?
When should you not pass another vehicle?
After passing another car, you should not pull back in front of it until you:
If you are going 55 mph, you will need more than _____________ feet to safely pass another vehicle.
Two sets of solid double yellow lines that are two or more feet apart:
Lanes of traffic going in opposite directions are divided by:
When driving on an expressway, if you want to change lanes you should signal and:
Which of the following are used as left-edge lines on divided highways?
While you are passing on a two lane road:
A solid yellow line next to a broken yellow line means that vehicles:
When changing lanes you should:
When is it legal to cross a double solid yellow line?
You should only pass on a two-way road when:
__________ lines indicate passing is allowed if there are no oncoming cars.
A broken yellow centerline means that:
A double solid yellow line in the center of the road means that:
Is it illegal to pass on the right?
Reversible lanes are designated by:
A single broken ________line shows traffic flowing in opposite directions.
An edge line that angles toward the center of the road indicates that:
Lanes marked with a diamond symbol are:
True or False? You may pass on a two-way road that is marked with a broken yellow line.
How many feet can you travel in a left turn center lane?
A broken white line between lanes on the roadway means:
On expressways it is recommended to pass on the:
What is the purpose of rumble strips?
When can you pass a vehicle on the right?
Detailed Explanations
What should you do before changing lanes?
What are some places where passing is prohibited?
What should you do to pass on a two-lane road with each lane moving in the opposite direction?
What are some examples of dangerous situations when passing?
Sharing the Road
DMV Sample Questions
What is the proper following distance behind a motorcyclist?
A funeral procession has the right-of-way at intersections, unless __________.
What are the consequences if you fail to stop for a school bus with flashing red lights?
A triangular orange sign on the rear of a vehicle indicates that:
Drivers are to yield the right of way to pedestrians:
If a pedestrian is at a corner, but not in a crosswalk:
If you pass a working emergency vehicle stopped on the side of a freeway you are to:
In a school zone, when must a driver stop?
With any turning vehicle, the rear wheels follow a _________ than the front wheels.
All vehicles on the road must be equipped with a horn that can be heard from a minimum of:
Allow extra space in front of your vehicle when following a:
Blind spots around a large vehicle are _________________ than the blind spots around a car.
If a school bus is stopped and has its red lights flashing, you must:
It is illegal to follow an emergency vehicle at a distance closer than __.
Weaving in and out of traffic:
What does a slow moving vehicle sign look like?
What is a pedestrian safety zone?
When a school bus is stopped on the roadway, you must always stop when:
When can a motorcyclist use a complete traffic lane?
When do you not need to stop if a school bus is loading or unloading children?
When sharing the road with a light-rail vehicle, you should:
With a basic class c driver’s license a person may drive:
You are driving on the freeway behind a large truck, you should drive:
A pedestrian with a white cane __.
The extra space in front of a large truck is needed for:
When can you drive in a bike lane?
When driving slower than the rest of the traffic, in which lane should you be driving?
When the foot brake is pressed, which light must come on?
Are bicyclists required to obey traffic laws and signs?
The average large truck traveling at 55 mph can take almost how many feet to stop?
When sharing the road with a truck, it is important to remember that, in general, trucks:
Large trucks turning right onto a street with two lanes in each direction:
You are in a truck’s blind spot if:
Detailed Explanations
When can you drive in a bike lane?
What should you do when passing a bicyclist?
What should you do if a bus has signaled and is pulling back onto the roadway?
What are some important things to know about large trucks?
What should you do when traveling behind a motorcycle?
What should you do if a school bus has stopped ahead with flashing lights on your side of the road?
When must a driver yield to a pedestrian?
What are some acceptable ways to communicate with other drivers?
What should you do when sharing the road with a light rail vehicle?
Speed Limits, Stopping, Turning
DMV Sample Questions
Stopping a vehicle with good brakes from 20 miles per hour under good conditions requires about:
When choosing your driving speed, the most important thing to consider is:
Unless otherwise posted, the speed limit in school zones is:
Unless otherwise posted, what is the speed limit in a residential area?
If you have ABS on your car the best way to use the brake system is to:
A driver waiting to make a left turn when the traffic light turns green should:
The basic speed law says that:
Unless otherwise posted, what is the speed limit in a business area?
When a right turn on red is permitted, you must still __________.
You are driving too slowly if you:
When driving, if you miss your turn, you should:
Determine a safe speed to travel based on:
The maximum legal speed limit on a rural interstate highway is:
What is the speed limit while driving in an alley?
Drive below the posted speed limit when:
Should you always drive slower than other traffic?
True or False: You may exceed the speed limit when passing another vehicle.
When driving, if you miss your turn you should:
Which is not a factor in determining the distance that it takes to stop your vehicle?
Allow a larger space cushion when stopping:
If traffic is traveling faster than the posted speed limit:
Vehicle stopping distances never depend on:
Drivers turning left must yield to:
The proper way in which to make a right turn is:
When you are driving at 55 mph, you will need a stopping distance of about:
When approaching a curve the best thing to do is:
It is permissible to drive faster than the speed limit:
Fines for speed violations are doubled in _ zones.
Detailed Explanations
What does the basic speed law say you must do?
What does vehicle stopping distance depend on?
What is the proper way to make a right turn?
When can you make a left turn on a red light?
What should you do when you miss your turn while driving?
About how far should you signal to turn before beginning your turn when driving slower than 45 MPH?
Where should your hands be to be able to turn quickly?
If your turn signals fail, what should you use to indicate your turn?
At what speeds do moderate risks usually occur?
How do you make an unprotected left turn?
What are center left turn lanes for?
What are some different types of braking techniques?
What are the different types of turns?
What is the ideal way to apply pressure onto the pedals while driving?
What should you do when entering turns and curves?
Vehicle Positioning, Space, and Visual Scans
DMV Sample Questions
As you enter the deceleration lane or the exit ramp, slow down and _____________.
Highway hypnosis is related to ____________.
The most important thing in backing a motor vehicle is:
You should look at least __________ seconds ahead of your car.
The best way to deal with a tailgater is to _____________.
A good space cushion is likely to:
When should you increase your following distance to four seconds?
You are entering an expressway, and are in the acceleration lane. You should speed up to:
To avoid tailgating, one should follow the:
What is the far right lane of the highway for?
You are driving in traffic on a road with two or more lanes in each direction. You should:
True or False: Always adjust mirrors after adjusting your seat.
An __________ is the connection of a freeway to a road or another freeway by a series of ramps.
Anytime you change lanes, enter a highway, or merge with traffic you need a gap of at least:
On three lane freeways, it is best to travel in the:
Which of the following statements about blind spots is true?
What is a good minimum following distance?
To see vehicles in your blind spot, you should check:
Your blind spot is the area of the road:
How often should you check your mirrors?
When merging with freeway traffic, you should try to merge ____.
To avoid last minute moves, you should:
As your vehicle speed increases, your field of vision:
One hand steering is recommended:
Detailed Explanations
When are some of the most important times to check traffic behind you?
What should your first response to reduced visibility be?
About how far down the road should you look to avoid last minute moves?
What is the benefit of a space cushion around your vehicle?
What should you do first if a vehicle suddenly cuts in front of you and creates a hazard?
What should you do when driving behind another vehicle at night?
What is the best way to deal with a tailgater?
When should you increase your following distance?
What should you do when you enter the deceleration lane or the exit ramp?
What should you do when merging onto a freeway?
What should you do when changing lanes on the freeway?
How should you exit the freeway?
What are the different driving lanes?
What are the different types of interchanges?
What do yellow lines tell you about the flow of traffic?
What do you need to know about the shoulder while driving?
What should you do when driving in reverse?
DMV Questions & Answers: Quick Study Guide
Below you’ll find a quick collection of common answers to questions on the DMV written test.
Some of these can be a little tricky if you’re not prepared!
Scan the lists below to get familiar with the answers on your driver’s license knowledge exam.
Check out some of the DMV Questions & Answers topics above and refer to your official driver’s handbook for more detail.
Intersections & Traffic
When multiple vehicles reach an intersection controlled by a stop sign at the same time, the vehicle on the right has the right-of-way. (Handbook Section: Right-of-Way Rules and Intersections)
Before entering a roundabout or circular intersection, you must yield to vehicles that are already in the traffic circle. (Handbook Section: Roundabouts and Intersections).
Be aware that school buses are a type of vehicle that are required by law to stop at all railroad crossings, regardless of whether or not the gate is down or the signals are on. (Handbook Section: Sharing the Road)
When driving in city traffic, stay alert for other drivers making quick stop or sudden moves. (Handbook Section: City Streets)
If you approach an intersection where the road is blocked from your view, you should stop, yield to other traffic, and proceed with caution when safe to do so. (Handbook Section: Intersections)
After coming to a complete stop at a red light, you can make a right turn on red if it can be completed safely and there are no signs prohibiting it. (Handbook Section: Intersections and Turns)
To make a right-hand turn, signal, move towards the right side of the road, and check for and yield to cyclists, pedestrians, and other traffic. (Handbook Section: Turns and Signaling)
If you want to make a turn, but are not in the proper turning lane, you should continue to the next intersection instead of trying to make an unsafe move. (Handbook Section: Turns)
When approaching an intersection or lane with a red arrow on the traffic light, the turning lane is the only lane that needs to stop, unless the other lanes also have a red light. (Handbook Section: Intersections and Traffic Signals)
Whenever approaching a railroad crossing, you should slow down, stay alert, and be prepared to stop. (Handbook Section: Intersections and Railroad Crossings)
A “shoulder check” refers to the quick glance you should make over your shoulder to check your blind spots when changing lanes, passing, or preparing to turn. (Handbook Section: Blind Spots and Changing Lanes)
Sharing the Road
When driving on rural roads and highways, you should be aware that farm equipment may only be able to travel at a speed of 15-20 mph. Exercise caution when driving near farm vehicles. (Handbook Section: Sharing the Road and Highways)
If you find yourself behind a slow farm vehicle on a two-lane highway, you should wait until the vehicle can pull over safely and then pass with caution. (Handbook Section: Passing and Sharing the Road).
Large vehicles like trucks and buses have large blind spots in the front, rear, and to the sides where other cars can completely disappear from view. These are often referred to as “No-Zones.” (Handbook Section: Sharing the Road and Large Trucks)
Avoid driving in the No Zone for too long when passing and driving near large vehicles. (Handbook Section: Sharing the Road)
Pedestrians can increase their visibility when walking along the side of the road at night by carrying or wearing something white or reflective. (Handbook Section: Pedestrians)
Signals and Headlights
When driving at a speed of 45 mph or faster, you should use your turn signals for at least 200 feet. At speeds under 45 mph, you should typically use your signals for at least 100 feet before the turn. (Handbook Section: Signaling and Communicating with Other Drivers)
When driving behind another vehicle at night or when there is an oncoming vehicle approaching, you should be using your low-beam headlights. (Handbook Section: Headlights)
You can use your high beams on dark roads when no other vehicles are around. (Handbook Section: Headlights)
When following another vehicle at night on a dark road, you can determine if the road ahead is bumpy or uneven by watching their tail-lights move. (Handbook Section: Driving at Night)
Speed & Distance
Unless there are speed limit signs that indicate otherwise, the speed limit inside cities and towns is typically 35 mph. (Handbook Section: Speed Limits)
To avoid following other vehicles too closely (tailgating), you should use the 2-second rule. (Handbook Section: Following Distance)
The most common type of collision on the highway is a rear-end collision. (Handbook Section: Collisions and Following Distance)
When on a road trip or driving on the highway for long distances, you should stop to rest about every 100 miles. (Handbook Section: Highways)
Whenever you get tired while driving, you should stop and rest. Driving while fatigued can be extremely dangerous. (Handbook Section: Highways)
Whenever you are preparing to pass another vehicle, you must look ahead to make sure you have enough room to complete the pass safely. (Handbook Section: Passing)
When driving down steep hills, you should shift to a lower gear to help control your speed. (Handbook Section: Braking)
In rural areas and countrysides, you’re likely to encounter secondary roads, which are more likely to feature hills, steep sections, and sharp curves. Use extra caution on these types of roads. (Handbook Section: Secondary/Rural Roads)
Scanning the road around you by checking your mirrors about every 10 seconds is a good habit of defensive driving. (Handbook Section: Scanning)
Traffic Signs
Speed limit signs are white squares or rectangles with a black border and black lettering. (Handbook Section: Traffic Signs)
A red, upside-down triangle with a white center indicates a Yield Sign. (Handbook Section: Traffic Signs)
A yellow circle with a black X or crossbuck indicates a railroad crossing. (Handbook Section: Traffic Signs)
An orange, rightside-up triangle with a red border on the back of a vehicle indicates a slow moving vehicle. (Handbook Section: Traffic Signs)
A long, yellow triangle pointing to the right with black lettering indicates a no passing zone. (Handbook Section: Traffic Signs)
Violations & Hazards
To reinstate a revoked or suspended driver’s license, you’ll need to visit your local DMV office, pay a reinstatement fee, and reapply for the license. (Handbook Section: Suspensions and Revocations)
Taking prescription or over-the-counter medicine before you drive can be just as dangerous as drinking and driving. Check the effects that the medicine you take has before you drive. (Handbook Section: Alcohol & Drugs)
A blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of .08% or higher will result in the immediate revocation of your driver’s license. (Handbook Section: Alcohol & Drugs)
If your car sways, lean to one side during curves, or seems to constantly bounce, you may have an issue with your suspension system. (Handbook Section: Vehicle Equipment)
If your tires run off the pavement, gradually take your foot off the gas pedal and avoid braking until you slow down and regain control. (Handbook Section: Driving Emergencies)
Weather & Road Conditions
When driving on roads that are covered in packed snow, you should be using chains and/or snow tires. (Handbook Section: Driving in Snow & Ice)
When driving in fog, heavy rain, or other conditions where visibility is greatly reduced, you should be using your low-beam headlights. (Handbook Section: Driving in Fog & Reduced Visibility)
If your brakes are wet, you can dry them by gently applying brake pressure. (Handbook Section: Braking)
Roads are often most slippery right after it has just begun to rain. (Handbook Section: Wet Roads)