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Question 1

You should avoid driving through deep puddles. if your brakes get wet, you can dry them by:

	Pressing the brake pedal hard for 3 or 4 seconds
	Pressing the brake pedal and accelerator at the same time
	Alternately pressing the brake and gas pedals

Question 2

You are going to make a right turn from a dedicated right-turn lane when a yellow arrow appears for your lane. you should:

	Stop and do not make the turn under any circumstances
	Check for pedestrians and then turn with caution
	Be prepared to obey the next signal that appears

Question 3

You should use a turnout lane when:

	You want to pass another driver
	You want to make a U-turn
	Faster drivers want to pass you

Question 4

You are traveling on a road with only one lane in your direction. Many cars are pulling out to pass you. You should:

	Use a turnout area so the other vehicles can pass you
	Pull onto the right shoulder of the road, but continue driving
	Maintain your speed and lane position

Question 5

You sold your vehicle. You must notify _______ within 5 days.

	DMV
	Your insurance company
	Your automobile club

Question 6

When can you merge into a bike lane for a right turn?

	Under no circumstances
	No more than 100 feet before turning
	No more than 200 feet before turning

Question 7

To avoid last minute moves, you should be looking down the road to where your vehicle will be in about _______

	10 to 15 seconds
	15 to 20 seconds
	5 to 10 seconds

Question 8

You are entering a freeway. You should check traffic by using:

	All mirrors and turning your head
	the inside and outside mirrors only
	Only your rear view mirror

Question 9

This sign means:

	Another road crosses yours ahead
	There is a "T" intersection ahead
	Medical services ahead

Question 10

A curb painted blue means:

	Parking for a limited time
	Loading or unloading passengers only
	Parking for a disabled person with a placard

Question 11

If you are involved in an accident, you must show your driver license, ___________ and ___________ to the other person(s) involved:

	Proof of financial responsibility and current address
	Proof of financial responsibility and vehicle registration
	Vehicle registration and current address

Question 12

This lane is used to:

	Pass other vehicle when traffic permits
	Make right turns when traffic permits
	Begin or end left turns when traffic permits

Question 13

Why should you scan 10 to 15 seconds ahead of you?

	To avoid using your side mirror
	to avoid last minute moves
	Its a legal requirement

Question 14

This sign means:

	No passing
	No U-turn
	U-turn area ahead

Question 15

If you know your vehicle can maneuver a sharp curve at the high speed limit, you should still slow down because:

	You must legally drive below the speed limit on sharp curves
	The strong inward pull on your vehicle can be dangerous
	There may be a stalled car or accident ahead that you can't see

Question 16

If you are being tailgated, you should:

	Step on your brakes
	Increase your following distance
	Signal the tailgater when it is safe to pass you

Question 17

You may drive off the paved roadway to pass another vehicle:

	If the vehicle ahead of you is turning left.
	Under no circumstances.
	If the shoulder is wide enough to accommodate your vehicle.

Question 18

The intersection has a stop sign. Where should you first stop?

	At the crosswalk or limit line
	After the crosswalk
	Out far enough to see cross traffic

Question 19

You just rear-ended the car in front of you. You were probably:

	Following too closely
	Looking in your rear view mirror too often
	Weaving in and out of traffic

Question 20

You want to park downhill and there is no curb. Which way do you turn your front wheels?

	Towards the center of the road
	Parallel to the road
	Towards the side of the road

Question 21

You are about to make a left turn. You must signla continuously during the last ______ feet before the turn.

	100
	50
	75

Question 22

You must use your seat belt:

	Unless you are riding in the back of a pickup/camper
	Unless you are driving in a private parking lot
	Whenever you are driving or riding in a motor vehicle

Question 23

If a driver unexpectedly merges into the lane in front of cutting you off, you should:

	Take your foot off the gas pedal
	Quickly move intot he lane next to you
	Drive onto the shoulder of the road

Question 24

You should not pass another vehicle:

	Where someone is likely to enter or cross the road
	When a broken, yellow line is on the left side of your lane
	On multi-lane freeways within 65 mph speed limits

Question 25

You are on the freeway and traffic is merging into your lane. you should:

	Always slow down to let the vehicles merge
	Make room for the merging traffic, if possible
	Maintain your speed and position

Question 26

Drivers are required to obey instructions from:

	Signal persons at construction sites
	Security guards patrolling parking lots
	Other drivers whose vehicles are broken down on the roadway

Question 27

When driving in fog, you should use your:

	Low beams
	High beams
	Fog lights only

Question 28

To turn left from a one-way street into a one-way street, use:

	The center left-turn lane
	Any lane as long as it is safe
	The lane closest to the left curb

Question 29

If it starts to rain on a hot day, the road is the most slippery:

	After it has stopped raining
	For the first few minutes
	After it has been raining for a few hours

Question 30

Which of the following statements is true about motorcycles?

	Motorcycles may not share traffic lanes
	Motorcycles are small and can easily be seen by drivers
	Motorcycles should be followed at a greater distance

Question 31

When driving near road construction zones, you should:

	Decrease your following distance
	Pass the construction zone carefully and avoid "rubbernecking"
	Slow down to watch the construction as you pass

Question 32

If the road is wet from a heavy rain, you should:

	Increase the distance between your vehicle and the car ahead
	Use the "two second" following distance rule
	Drive one car-length behind the car ahead

Question 33

Which of these statements is true about slippery road surfaces?

	Driving on wet leaves on the road will give you extra traction
	The pavement is less slippery when it first starts to rain on a hot day than it is afterwards
	On cold days, shade from buildings/trees can hide spots of ice

Question 34

You are driving on a two-way street and you want to turn left at the corner. give the right-of-way to:

	Pedestrians on the sidewalk waiting for a "WALK" signal
	Vehicles stopped at a red light
	Any vehicle coming towards you

Question 35

This sign means:

	Change lanes to the right
	Slower traffic should move to the right
	Drive to the right

Question 36

Merging onto a road is safest if you:

	Wait for a large enough gap in traffic to enter the road
	Slowly move into the nearest lane so other drivers will make room for you
	Drive on the shoulder of the road until there is an opening

Question 37

Is it legal to drive with an open container of alcohol in your vehicle?

	No, there are no exceptions
	Yes, if the container is in the trunk
	Yes, if the container is in the driving space of a motor home

Question 38

Unless otherwise posted the speed limit in a residential area is ______

	25 mph
	20 mph
	30 mph

Question 39

There is no crosswalk and you see a pedestrian crossing in the middle of the block ahead:

	Slow down as you pass him or her
	you have the right-of-way, but must take care for his/her safety
	Stop and give the pedestrian the right-of-way

Question 40

Tailgating other drivers (driving too close to their rear bumper):

	Cannot result in a traffic citation
	Reduces accidents by preventing you from being 'cut off'
	Can frustrate other drivers and make them angry

Question 41

Flash your brake lights or turn on your emergency flashers if you:

	Need to warn other drivers of an accident ahead
	Are backing out of a parking space
	Are driving much slower than other traffic

Question 42

When you don't see any other vehicles around you while driving:

	You may legally exceed the posted speed limit
	You are not required to wear your seat belt
	It is a good habit to signal for turns and lane changes anyway

Question 43

Orange colored road signs:

	Warn you of an increase in the posted speed limit
	Advise you of rest stops and points of historical interest
	Tell you of road workers or road equipment ahead

Question 44

When may you legally go around or under a railroad crossing gate?

	Under no circumstances
	When you can see clearly in both directions
	When the gate does not seem to be working correctly

Question 45

If you have a conditional driver license, there is (are):

	Age limits imposed on your driver license
	Special restrictions you must follow when driving
	A special time limit to renew your license

Question 46

A car is coming towards you in a residential area. Both of you will pass a parked car at the same time. You should steer:

	A middle course between the oncoming and parked cars
	closer to the parked car than the oncoming car
	Closer to the oncoming car than the parked car

Question 47

You are stopped at an intersection. The traffic light just turned green. Can you go immediately?

	Yes, other traffic or pedestrians must yield to you
	yes, you now have the right-of-way
	Yes, but yield to any vehicle or person still in the intersection

Question 48

What is the Basic Speed Law?

	Never drive faster than posted speed limits
	Never drive faster than it is safe for current conditions
	Keeping up with the flow of traffic

Question 49

This sign means:

	Traffic on this road travels in both directions
	The road ahead is closed to traffic in all directions
	You may not enter the road from your direction

Question 50

You have just been convicted of driving under the influence of alcohol. The judge sentenced you to 48 hours in jail. In addition, you may:

	Have your vehicle taken away for 60 days
	Lose your license for up to 18 months
	Have to pay a fine

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