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Question 1

Where should you stop your vehicle when there is no limit line?

	At the corner
	Out far enough to see cross traffic
	After the crosswalk

Question 2

This sign means:

	Right lane ends ahead
	Side road to the right
	No right turn

Question 3

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 4

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

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

Question 5

A person can ride in the back of a pick up truck when the:

	Back of the pickup is equipped with a restraint (seat belt) system
	Sides of the pickup bed are at least 24 inches high
	Pickup bed has a seat bolted to the frame

Question 6

Other drivers are not making room for you to merge onto a freeway with heavy traffic. if it is absolutely necessary, you may:

	Make room by forcing your way into a small gap
	Drive on the freeway shoulder until a gap appears
	Stop before merging with freeway traffic

Question 7

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

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

Question 8

You are involved in a minor accident at an intersection. There are no injuries and very little vehicle damage. You should:

	Move your vehicle out of the traffic lane, if possible
	Not move your vehicle for any reason
	Leave your vehicle in the traffic lane until law enforcement arrives

Question 9

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

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

Question 10

When can you drive using only your parking lights?

	Not under any circumstances
	30 minutes after sunset or 30 minutes before sunrise
	On foggy days

Question 11

You are waiting to turn right at a red traffic light. There is a pedestrian on the right side of your vehicle waiting to cross the street you want to enter. Who has the right-of-way when your light turns green?

	The pedestrian has the right-of-way
	You have the right-of-way only if the crosswalk is not marked
	You have the right-of-way because your light is green

Question 12

This lane in the middle of a two-way street is used to:

	Pass other vehicles when there is no oncoming traffic
	Make right turns when there is no oncoming traffic
	Begin or end left turns, or start a permitted U-turn

Question 13

It is illegal for a person 21 years of age or older to drive with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) that is ______ or more.

	One tenth (0.10) of one percent
	Five hundredths (0.05) of one percent
	Eight hundredths (0.08) of one percent

Question 14

Which of the following is true about lap-only seat belts?

	Pregnant women should not wear them unless combined with a shoulder belt
	They are safer for young children than using shoulder-belts
	They are safest when used in combination with a shoulder belt

Question 15

Which of these statements is true about safety zones?

	The road is probably being repaired by slow moving vehicles
	If a street car is stopped at a safety zone controlled by a traffic signal, you can pass at 25 m.p.h.
	It is a space set aside for pedestrians and marked by raised buttons or road markings

Question 16

When you look ahead while driving, it is best to:

	Look only at the back of the car ahead of you
	Focus on the right side of your lane
	Look beyond the car ahead of you

Question 17

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:

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

Question 18

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:

	15 mph
	20 mph
	25 mph

Question 19

Which of these is the proper way to change lanes?

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

Question 20

When parking uphill on a two-way street with no-curb, your front wheels should be:

	Turned to the left (towards the street)
	Turned to the right (away from the street)
	Parallel with the pavement

Question 21

You are involved in an accident and there is more than $500 in damages. You must:

	Make a written report (SR 1) to the highway patrol only if anyone is injured or killed
	Make a written report (SR 1) to the DMV
	Show evidence that you have insurance only to a peace officer

Question 22

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 23

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 24

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

Question 25

You should be prepared to take a chemical test for the alcohol content of your blood, breath or urine:

	Only if an accident has occured
	Only if you have been drinking alcohol
	If asked by law enforcement

Question 26

Which of these statements is true about large trucks?

	Trucks are not as maneuverable as passenger vehicles
	They do not need more space to stop and start
	They do not need more space for turns

Question 27

It is your responsibility to know:

	How your medications affect your brain chemistry
	How your medications affect your driving
	When your doctor prescribes the wrong medication

Question 28

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

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

Question 29

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

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

Question 30

You want to back out of an angle parking space. You should always back slowly and:

	Have someone outside of the vehicle direct you
	Look at your rear view mirror
	Look over your right shoulder

Question 31

You are stopped at an intersection, but your view of the cross street is blocked by a building, bushes, or parked cars. you should:

	Drive forward slowly until you can see traffic before crossing
	Start crossing if you see that cross traffic also has a stop sign
	Begin crossing, but be ready to stop quickly if a car approaches

Question 32

Which of the following children requires a child passenger restraint system?

	A six year old weighing 45 lbs
	A five year old weighing 55 lbs
	A five year old weighing 65 lbs

Question 33

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

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

Question 34

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

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

Question 35

Which of these statements is true about driving and taking drugs?

	Drugs and alcohol can be used at the same time
	Most drugs taken for headaches or colds can make a person drowsy
	Prescription drugs are safe to take at any time

Question 36

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 37

Merging onto a road is safest if you:

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

Question 38

This sign means:

	Divided highway ahead
	Crossroad intersects the main road
	Fewer lanes ahead

Question 39

You must carefully watch for bicycles in traffic lanes because they:

	Could be hidden in your blind spots
	Must ride facing oncoming traffic
	Usually have the right-of-way

Question 40

It is illegal to block an intersection:

	Under any circumstances
	Unless you have the right-of-way
	Unless some of the cross traffic can get around you

Question 41

Orange colored road signs:

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

Question 42

Driving slowly in front of traffic in the far left (fast) lane on any freeway:

	Can not result in a traffic citation
	Can frustrate other drivers and make them angry
	Saves lives by causing others to slow down, too

Question 43

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

	Your insurance company
	Your automobile club
	DMV

Question 44

Which of these statements is NOT true about road workers?

	Fines are doubled for some violations committed in construction zones
	White signs tell you of closed lanes and road work ahead
	Road working equipment is painted orange

Question 45

What is a safety zone?

	A space set aside for pedestrians
	An empty lane next to the freeway dividers
	The median strip on a divided highway

Question 46

Which of the following statements about blind spots is true?

	They are eliminated if you have one outside mirror on each side of the vehicle.
	Blind spots can be checked by looking in your rear view mirrors.
	Large trucks have bigger blind spots than most passenger vehicles.

Question 47

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

	100
	75
	50

Question 48

If you are involved in a traffic collision, you are required to complete and submit a written report (SR1) to the DMV:

	Only if you are at fault.
	If there is property damage in excess of $500 or if there are any injuries.
	Only if you or the other driver is injured.

Question 49

Scanning while you drive means you:

	Stare at the car immediately ahead of you
	Look as far ahead as you can see
	Keep your eyes moving and look at everything

Question 50

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

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

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