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Question 1

Which of these is the proper way to change lanes?

	Signal, check your mirrors, and then change lanes
	Signal before you change lanes and then move over quickly
	Signal and look over your shoulder before you change lanes

Question 2

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

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

Question 3

All children under age six riding in your vehicle must use a child passenger restraint system unless:

	A child passenger restraint system is not available
	They are not your children
	They weight 60 pounds or more

Question 4

You are approaching a sharp curve on the road. You should:

	Start braking before you enter the curve
	Do not brake unless it's absolutely necessary
	Start braking as soon as you enter the curve

Question 5

You must look for bicycle riders in the same lanes used by motor vehicles because they:

	Must ride facing oncoming traffic
	Are entitled to share the road with you
	Usually have the right-of-way

Question 6

Which of the following is true about use of your turn signals?

	It is a good habit to always signal for lane changes
	If you signal for a lane change, other drivers must let you in
	You should never use both electric and hand signals

Question 7

Allow extra space in front of your vehicle when following a:

	Station wagon
	Large tour bus
	Passenger car

Question 8

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

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

Question 9

You should increase the distance between your car and the vehicle ahead when you:

	Follow a small passenger car
	Drive slower than the posted speed limit
	Are crowded by a tailgater

Question 10

What is the benefit of a space cushion around your vehicle?

	If another driver makes a mistake, you have time to react
	There is none, other drivers just crowd in front of you
	You don't have to worry about the driver next to you

Question 11

When parked on any hill, always set your parking brake and:

	Leave your vehicle in gear or the "park" position
	keep your front wheels parallel to the road
	Leave your vehicle in neutral

Question 12

Should you usually drive slower than other traffic?

	Yes, it makes the other traffic drive slower too
	Yes, it is safer than driving too fast
	No, you can block traffic when you drive too slowly

Question 13

Which of these statement is true about light rail vehicles?

	You must always pass a light rail vehicle on the right
	Light rail vehicles do not have the same responsibilities as other vehicles on public roadways
	Light rail vehicles can preempt traffic signals

Question 14

You exit a freeway and see that the off ramp curves downhill. You should:

	Slow to the posted speed limit for the freeway
	Slow to a safe speed before the curve
	Wait until you have entered the curve to begin braking

Question 15

A school bus ahead of you in your lane is stopped with red lights flashing. You should:

	Slow to 25 mph and pass cautiously.
	Stop, then proceed when you think all of the children have exited the bus.
	Stop as long as the red lights are flashing.

Question 16

This sign means:

	There is a sharp curve in the road ahead
	The road ahead may be slippery
	The road ahead has many curves

Question 17

While all of the following are dangerous to do while driving, which is also illegal?

	Adjusting your outside mirrors
	Listening to music through a set of dual headphones
	Wearing dark sunglasses while driving at night

Question 18

If five or more vehicles are following you on a narrow two-lane road:

	Continue driving because you have the right-of-way
	Pull off the road when it is safe and let them pass
	Move to the right side of your lane and drive slowly

Question 19

This sign means you:

	May turn left on a green light when it is safe
	Must wait for the solid green light to turn left
	May turn left only on a green arrow

Question 20

A green painted curb means:

	Passenger loading or unloading area
	Parking for emergency vehicles only
	Stopping or parking for a limited time only

Question 21

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 22

When can you cross a solid double yellow line to pass another vehicle?

	When a slow moving vehicle refuses to use a turn-out lane
	Under no circumstances
	When you know there are no cars coming towards you

Question 23

During freezing weather, which area is most likely to be slippery after it snows or rains?

	Areas paved with asphalt rather than concrete
	The tops of hills
	Roadways in shady areas

Question 24

You park your car at the curb on a level two-way street. before getting out of your car, you should:

	Look for cars or bicycles on the traffic side of your vehicle
	Make sure you are parked at least tow feet from the curb
	Turn your front wheels towards the curb

Question 25

Use your headlights on rainy, snowy, or foggy days:

	To warn others of bad conditions
	On the high-beam setting
	So other drivers can see you

Question 26

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

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

Question 27

Orange colored road signs:

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

Question 28

Which of these statements is true about drinking alcohol and driving?

	Drinking coffee just before driving helps get rid of alcohol
	If you are under the legal blood alcohol concentration limit, your driving isn't impaired
	Alcohol affects judgment and self control, needed for driving safely

Question 29

Which of the following is true about safety belts and accidents?

	They increase your chances of survival in most types of accidents
	They trap you in your car if it catches on fire in an accident
	They keep you from being thrown clear to safety, which lowers your chances of surviving accidents

Question 30

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

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

Question 31

This sign means:

	The right lane will end ahead
	The highway will be divided ahead
	Less space between lanes ahead

Question 32

When driving in the far right lane of a freeway, you:

	Must give the right-of-way to merging traffic
	Should expect merging of vehicles at on-ramps
	Must be driving slower than other traffic

Question 33

Solid yellow lines separate:

	Bicycle lanes from regular traffic
	Traffic lanes on one-way streets
	Vehicles traveling in opposite directions

Question 34

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

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

Question 35

You are crossing an intersection and an emergency vehicle is approaching with siren and flashing lights. You should:

	Pull to the right int he intersection and stop
	Continue through the intersection, pull to the right, and stop
	Stop immediately in the intersection until it passed

Question 36

If you get sleepy while you are driving, you should

	Drive to a safe place, stop and rest
	Drink coffee to make you more alert
	Play the radio loudly, and roll down the windows

Question 37

You should signal continuously while turning because it:

	Is illegal to turn off your signal before completing a turn
	Lets other drivers know what your intentions are
	Is always dangerous to turn off your signal before completing a turn

Question 38

When parking next to a curb, you should use your turn signals:

	When pulling next to, but not away from, the curb
	When pulling next to or away from the curb
	Only when pulling away from the curb

Question 39

Always look carefully for motorcycles before you change lanes because:

	It is illegal for motorcycles to share traffic lanes
	They always have the right-of-way at intersections
	Their smaller size makes them harder to see

Question 40

You can drive in a carpool lane if you:

	Want to pass the vehicle ahead
	Have the minimum number of passengers shown on the sign
	Are driving an empty 15 passenger van

Question 41

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 42

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:

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

Question 43

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

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

Question 44

If a driver looks like he or she is going to pull out in front of you, the safest thing to do is:

	Honk your horn and maintain your speed
	Use your horn and swerve into the next lane
	Slow or stop your car and use your horn

Question 45

You are approaching a railroad crossing with no warning devices and are unable to see 400 feet down the track in one direction. The speed limit is:

	25 mph
	20 mph
	15 mph

Question 46

This sign means:

	There is a divided highway ahead
	One-way road widens into two lanes ahead
	Vehicles on this road travel in two directions

Question 47

You are driving 55 mph in the far left (fast) lane of a freeway posted for 65 mph. You could be cited for driving too slowly:

	If you block the normal and reasonable flow of traffic
	If the road or weather conditions warrant driving this slowly
	Under no circumstances because it is always safer to drive slower than other traffic

Question 48

It is very foggy. You should slow down and turn on your:

	High beam lights
	Low beam lights
	Emergency flashers

Question 49

You must notify law enforcement and make a written report (SR 1) to DMV if:

	You change your insurance company
	You are involved in an accident and there is a death
	Your vehicle is stolen

Question 50

You are driving and come to a corner with a flashing yellow signal light. What should you do:

	Slow down and cross carefully
	Stop before crossing
	Wait for the green light before entering

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