1 . What is the meaning of this sign?

The traffic signal ahead is displaying a red light.
The traffic signal ahead is broken.
The traffic signal ahead is displaying a green light.
There is a traffic signal ahead.

2 . This road sign means:

No left turn.
No U-turns.
No exit.
No right turn.

3 . A load extending more than ____ beyond the rear of a vehicle must be marked by a red flag during the day.

One foot
Two feet
Three feet
Four feet

4 . A speed limit is:

The maximum or minimum legal speed you can travel on a road under dangerous conditions.
The maximum or minimum legal speed you can travel on a road under ideal conditions.
The suggested speed to travel on a road under ideal conditions.
None of the above.

5 . Fog can greatly reduce the visibility of other vehicles, pedestrians, and traffic signals. When driving in fog, you should:

Drive cautiously and reduce your speed.
Not use your high beam headlights.
Use low beam headlights to better illuminate the road and objects.
All of the above.

6 . The best way to avoid hydroplaning is to:

Keep your tires properly maintained.
Slow down when roads are wet or slushy.
Watch out for standing water or puddles.
All of the above.

7 . You are driving when your power steering stops working. You should:

Honk your horn and turn off the ignition.
Turn on your hazard lights and brace yourself.
Work hard to steer, reduce your speed, drive to a safe area, and stop.
Slam on your brakes.

8 . While driving on a two-lane road without bicycle lanes, you encounter a bicyclist traveling in the same direction. What is the safest way to pass the bicyclist?

Slow down and wait until there is no traffic approaching, then pass the bicyclist while leaving him or her sufficient space.
Continue driving straight. It is the bicyclist’s responsibility to get out of your way.
Do not pass the bicyclist until you come to a traffic signal or stop sign.
Honk at the bicyclist to let him or her know you are about to pass.

9 . This road sign means:

Turn right after making a complete stop.
Right turns are not permitted.
Left turns are permitted.
None of the above.

10 . A flashing red light on a traffic signal means:

The same thing as a stop sign.
The traffic signal is broken.
You do not have to come to a complete stop.
Driving conditions are dangerous.

11 . Roads become very slippery:

When it has been raining for an hour or more.
The day after it rains.
For the first 10 to 15 minutes of a rainstorm.
Right after the rain has stopped.

12 . This sign means:

Railroad crossing.
One-way traffic.
Limited parking.
Playground ahead.

13 . Before entering a roundabout, you must slow down and yield to:

Vehicles in the roundabout.
Bicyclists in the roundabout.
Pedestrians in the roundabout.
All of the above.

14 . This sign means:

Side road.
Low clearance.
Merging traffic.
Prepare to stop.

15 . A red arrow displayed on a traffic light means that:

A driver must proceed slowly through the intersection.
A driver must stop and then proceed when the way is clear.
A driver must stop and then proceed when the signal changes to a green light or green arrow.
A driver may turn in the direction that the red arrow is pointing.

16 . When approaching a school bus stopped with its stop arm extended, drivers should:

Come to a complete stop and wait to proceed.
Honk their horn before passing the bus on its left.
Continue driving when they think most kids are probably done exiting the bus.
Pass the bus before its door opens.

17 . When approaching a traffic signal displaying a steady yellow arrow, drivers:

Should merge into a lane in the direction of the arrow.
Should slow to a stop, if it is safe to do so.
May turn left after yielding to oncoming traffic and pedestrians.
Have the right-of-way and may expect oncoming traffic to stop for them.

18 . A diamond-shaped sign is a:

Road hazard sign.
Interstate route sign.
School crossing sign.
Speed limit sign.

19 . When driving in rain, you must:

Use low beam headlights.
Use high beam headlights.
Use parking lights.
Use no lights.

20 . If a traffic light is out-of-order, drivers should:

Treat the intersection as a four-way stop.
Treat the intersection as a roundabout.
Drive without stopping but proceed with caution.
Assume they have the right-of-way.

21 . This sign means:

One-way traffic.
Intersection ahead.
Merging traffic from the right.
Highway curves ahead.

22 . A “No stopping” sign means that, unless directed to do so by a police officer, you may stop only:

Long enough to unload packages.
To avoid conflict with other traffic.
To discharge passengers.
For less than five minutes.

23 . This sign means:

No left turn.
No stopping.
No U-turn.
Detour ahead.

24 . When you need to change lanes, it is important to:

Signal your intentions ahead of the lane change.
Check your blind spot.
Make sure the lane is clear before entering.
All of the above.

25 . Which of the following is true about driving on a wet roadway?

As you drive faster, your tires become less effective.
Water does not affect cars with good tires.
Deep water is less dangerous than shallow water.
As you decrease your speed, the roadway becomes more slippery.

26 . An "End school zone" sign indicates:

That the speed limit is 20 mph.
The beginning of a reduced speed zone.
The increased possibility of encountering pedestrians.
The end of a reduced speed zone.
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27 . When driving past a vehicle that has just stopped in a parked position on the side of the road, you should:

Assume that the driver will open the car door as you approach.
Speed up.
Slam on your brakes.
Assume that the driver will wait for you to pass before opening the door.

28 . You must pull over to the edge of the road and allow an emergency vehicle to pass:

Regardless of your direction.
Only if it is following you.
Only if it is approaching you from the opposite direction.
None of the above.

29 . If you come to a roadway covered in water, you should:

Drive until you think the water is too deep.
Drive through, as it is unlikely the standing water will become too deep.
Turn around and find another way to go.
Walk out into the water to determine its depth.

30 . ____ limit your concentration, perception, judgment, and memory.

Only a blood alcohol level greater than the legal limit can
Alcohol does not
Even the smallest amount of alcohol can
Only a blood alcohol level greater than 0.05 percent can

31 . To help relieve fatigue on a long trip, it is a good idea to:

Stop and rest every two hours.
Do arm exercises every hour.
Drive with one eye open at a time.
Change feet on the gas pedal.

32 . Larger vehicles have:

Larger blind spots.
Smaller blind spots.
No blind spots.
The same blind spots as smaller vehicles.

33 . When in a travel lane on the roadway:

You may stop to drop off passengers.
You may stop to look up an address.
You may make a U-turn or back up if you get on the wrong entrance ramp of the freeway.
Don’t stop for any reason. Keep moving until you can safely pull off the road.

34 . A person who drives much slower than the speed limit:

Is a very safe driver.
Always has the right-of-way.
Should not let following cars pass.
May create a dangerous driving environment.

35 . You must stop at a railroad crossing when:

Directed to do so by a flagger.
It is controlled by a stop sign.
Flashing red signals and gates are present and operating.
All of the above.

36 . This road sign indicates:

The maximum safe speed for a residential area.
The maximum safe speed for an expressway exit.
The maximum safe speed for an expressway entrance.
The maximum safe speed for a work zone.

37 . Do not pass:

On a hill or curve.
When school bus lights are flashing.
When approaching an intersection.
All of the above.

38 . When you double the speed of a car, you increase the potential force of impact by:

Two times.
Three times.
Four times.
Nothing.

39 . When approaching a steady green traffic light, drivers should:

Continue driving, unless there are vehicles or pedestrians already in the intersection.
Stop if a police officer is nearby.
Treat the intersection like a four-way stop.
Come to a complete stop before proceeding.

40 . Distracted driving is:

Very uncommon.
Extremely risky behavior.
Nothing to be concerned about.
No less safe than driving under any other conditions.

41 . An inattentive driver is a driver who:

Stares at objects off the roadway or daydreams while driving.
Maintains eye contact during a conversation with a passenger while driving.
Only watches the vehicle ahead of their vehicle.
All of the above.

42 . When passing a large vehicle, the driver of a small vehicle must be prepared for:

Loud noises.
Excess air pollution.
Wind gusts produced by the large vehicle.
Falling vehicle parts.

43 . Which of the following statements is true?

It is okay for drivers of other vehicles to follow motorcycles closely.
A motorcycle with two people on it is more balanced than a motorcycle with just one rider.
The driver of a passenger vehicle must change lanes completely when passing a motorcycle.
Drivers of other vehicles can expect a motorcycle's brake lights to turn on when the motorcyclist slows down.

44 . If you are driving on a one-way street and an emergency vehicle using its flashing lights approaches your vehicle, you must:

Drive with your flashers turned on.
Drive toward the nearest roadside and stop.
Speed up and take the nearest exit.
Slow down until the vehicle passes you.

45 . You are borrowing an unfamiliar vehicle from a friend. You should:

Not put too much thought into it because all vehicles are the same.
Hide from your friend that you are unfamiliar with the vehicle.
Disregard any obvious defects to avoid embarrassing your friend.
Take a few minutes before driving to familiarize yourself with the operation and location of all the vehicle’s equipment.

46 . You are involved in an accident and your vehicle is blocking traffic. You should:

Move your vehicle off the traveled portion of the roadway, if possible.
Not move your vehicle under any circumstances.
Wait until the police arrive before moving your vehicle.
None of the above.

47 . Which of the following best ensures your safety and the safety of those around you when you are backing your vehicle?

Honk your horn right before shifting into reverse.
Check behind the vehicle before you get into the driver's seat.
Check your rearview mirrors to see what is behind you.
Turn up the car radio before backing up to get the attention of anyone who may be around you.

48 . When driving on wet pavement, it's important to remember:

That pavement is especially slippery right after it starts to rain.
That wet roads can cause hydroplaning.
To give yourself additional space when coming to a stop.
All of the above.

49 . When changing lanes you should not:

Check your side and rearview mirrors.
Give a turn signal to signal your intentions.
Check for other drivers who may be moving into the same lane as you.
Use your cell phone to contact the police to determine if the road ahead is clear.

50 . When driving on slippery roads, you should:

Use alternate routes.
Drive as you would on dry roads.
Increase your following distance.
Avoid crossing bridges or intersections.