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Question 1

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

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

Question 2

Which of these is true about signal person at road construction sites?

	You must follow their instructions only if you see orange cones
	You must follow their instructions only if the road ahead is blocked
	Their instructions must be obeyed at all times

Question 3

Two sets of solid double yellow lines two feet or more apart:

	May only be crossed to enter a private driveway
	Denote a lane for beginning or ending left-hand turns
	Should be treated like a solid wall and not be crossed

Question 4

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 to pay a fine
	Have your vehicle taken away for 60 days

Question 5

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
	Under no circumstances because it is always safer to drive slower than other traffic
	If the road or weather conditions warrant driving this slowly

Question 6

To help avoid skidding on slippery surfaces you should:

	Shift to a lower gear after starting down a steep hill
	Slow down for curves and intersections
	Drive on leaves or gravel in the road, if possible

Question 7

If you're driving and you find that nothing seems to help you stay awake, you should:

	Pull off the highway and rest
	Turn on your air conditioner and drink coffee
	Open your windows and turn up your radio

Question 8

This sign means:

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

Question 9

If you approach an intersection without a stop sign or signals, you:

	Should always stop before driving through the intersection
	Must yield the right-of-way to all other vehicles
	Should slow down and be ready to stop, if necessary

Question 10

To see vehicles in your blind spots, you must:

	Ask the person sitting next to you
	Check the mirrors
	Look over your shoulders

Question 11

This sign means you:

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

Question 12

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

	Station wagon
	Large tour bus
	Passenger car

Question 13

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

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

Question 14

You can drive in a carpool lane if you:

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

Question 15

You are repeatedly convicted of traffic violations. What can happen?

	DMV may suspend your driving privilege
	DMV may revoke your insurance
	DMV will suspend the registration of your vehicle

Question 16

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

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

Question 17

Which of the following statements is true about motorcycles?

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

Question 18

You may cross over a double line on the road to pass another vehicle if the line of your side of the road is:

	Solid yellow
	Broken
	Double solid yellow

Question 19

You see a car approaching from the rear. When you check your mirror again to change lanes, you no longer see the car. You should:

	Turn your signal on and change lanes slowly
	Look over your shoulder to be sure the care isn't in your blind spot
	Check your outside mirror to see if the care is in your blind spot

Question 20

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

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

Question 21

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

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

Question 22

You are driving 55 mph on a two lane highway, one lane in each direction, and want to pass the car ahead of you. To pass safely, you need to:

	Increase your speed to 65 mph
	Wait until solid double, yellow lines separate the lanes
	Have a large enough gap in the oncoming traffic

Question 23

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

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

Question 24

If you are arrested for drunk driving and refuse to take a test of your blood alcohol concentration (BAC):

	You have the right to speak to a lawyer before taking the test
	You will not be forced to have blood drawn
	Your license will be suspended for at least one year

Question 25

You are driving on a highway. Your tire suddenly goes flat and you need to pull over and get help. Where should you pull over?

	Off the pavement
	Wherever your car will be visible for 200 feet from the front
	In the right-hand lane

Question 26

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

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

Question 27

This sign means:

	Stay in the right lane if you are driving slower than other traffic
	Drive in the right lane at all times
	Slower traffic has the right-of-way

Question 28

Which of the following will help you avoid being hit from behind?

	Keeping your parking lights on at all times
	Signaling at least 100 feet before turning
	Using your emergency flashers at least 200 feet before turning

Question 29

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

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

Question 30

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

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

Question 31

A pedestrian starts to cross the street after the "don't Walk" signal starts to flash. The person is in the middle of the street when your signal light changes to green. you should:

	Wait until the person crosses the street
	Proceed, but carefully drive around the person
	Proceed if the person is not in your lane

Question 32

Which of the following is true about driving speed?

	When you drive twice as fast, it takes twice the distance to stop
	The faster the speed, the less control you have of your vehicle
	There is no state law for minimum speed

Question 33

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

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

Question 34

When driving a vehicle with air bags, you are safest when seated:

	With your head positioned directly above the steering wheel
	Within 6 1/2 inches of the steering wheel
	At least 10 inches away from the steering wheel

Question 35

What is a safety zone?

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

Question 36

You are almost through an intersection when you realize you want to turn left instead of going straight. What should you do now?

	Continue to the next intersection and find a route to work your way back
	Back up, check for other vehicles, and make the left turn
	Stop in the intersection until it is safe to make the left turn

Question 37

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 38

You are coming to an intersection and notice the traffic signal is not working. What should you do?

	Stop, then continue driving when it is safe
	Slow down and stop if necessary
	Stop only if other vehicles are present

Question 39

Safely backing your vehicle includes all of the following except:

	Tapping your horn before you back up
	Checking behind your vehicle before you get in
	Looking over your right shoulder as you back up

Question 40

When sharing the road with a trolley or light rail vehicle:

	Never turn in front of an approaching trolley or light rail vehicle
	Always pass a light rail vehicle or trolley slowly on the right
	Remember they are loud and move slowly like freight trains

Question 41

Orange colored road signs:

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

Question 42

You may legally park your car in front of a driveway:

	If the driveway is in front of your house
	As long as it is not parked for longer than 15 minutes
	Under no circumstances

Question 43

This sign means:

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

Question 44

You should check traffic behind you:

	Only on a freeway or highway
	Only when you are slowing down
	So you will know if you are being followed by a tailgater

Question 45

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

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

Question 46

This sign means:

	No U-turn
	U-turn area ahead
	No passing

Question 47

When should you NOT take your legal right-of-way?

	When it helps prevent accidents
	When other drivers want to drive faster
	Never, it confuses other drivers

Question 48

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:

	20 mph
	25 mph
	15 mph

Question 49

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 50

You may legally park your car:

	On the side of the street facing oncoming traffic
	On the shoulder of a freeway in an emergency
	In an unmarked crosswalk

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