1 . Which of the following commonly causes traffic accidents?

Inattentive driving
Excessive speed under the driving conditions
Following other vehicles too closely
All of the above

2 . An approaching driver fails to dim their high beam headlights. Where should you look?

At the wheels of the approaching vehicle.
Toward the right side of the road.
Toward the left side of the road.
Straight down the middle of the road.

3 . When the road is marked with a solid yellow line and a broken yellow line, with the broken line next to your lane, you may pass:

Only in an emergency.
If you are on an expressway.
If traffic is clear.
Only at an intersection.

4 . When you see this black and yellow sign, it means:

The road to the right is for one-way traffic only.
That due to upcoming roadwork, there is a detour to the right.
Slow down because the road ahead changes direction at an extreme angle.
There is a crossroad to your right.

5 . 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.

6 . This sign means:

Sharp turn ahead, slow down.
Work crew ahead.
Side road.
Playground ahead.

7 . This sign means:

No U-turn.
No left turn.
No right turn.
No turning.

8 . Drivers must yield to a pedestrian:

Even if the pedestrian crosses the street carelessly.
Only when the pedestrian is in a crosswalk.
Only if the pedestrian is on the same side of the road as the driver.
If the pedestrian uses a hand signal to ask oncoming drivers to stop.

9 . You are waiting in the intersection to complete a left turn. You should:

Signal and keep your wheels turned to the left.
Signal and keep your wheels straight.
Flash your headlights so drivers will let you through.
Drive around the rear of a car if it blocks you.

10 . You may park or stop along the shoulder of the freeway:

As long as you turn on your four-way (emergency) flashers.
If no part of your vehicle is on the road.
If you need to look at a map for directions.
Only if you have an emergency.

11 . This sign means:

Right lane closed.
Narrow bridge.
Pedestrian crossing.
Curve ahead.

12 . This sign indicates that:

There is a steep hill ahead.
No trucks are allowed on an upcoming hill.
A logging road is ahead.
There are trucks on an upcoming hill.

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:

Left lane must turn left.
Left turn on arrow only.
Steep downgrade.
Deer crossing.

15 . To safely pass a bicycle, you should:

Honk at the bicyclist to let them know you're trying to pass.
Drive in the bicycle lane until you get a chance to pass.
Slow down and give them as much space as possible.
Rush ahead to pull in front of the bicyclist.

16 . When exiting a highway, you should slow down:

On the main road, just before the exit lane.
Once you see a toll booth.
Once you have moved into the exit lane.
When you first see the exit sign.

17 . Distracted driving may be caused by:

Eating, drinking, or smoking.
Talking or texting on a cellular phone.
Changing a radio station or CD.
All of the above.

18 . Signs indicating areas of public recreation are:

Orange.
Red.
Green.
Brown.

19 . Your vehicle strikes an unattended parked vehicle and you cannot locate the vehicle’s owner. You:

Have done as much as you can.
Must stay until the police arrive.
Must leave a written notice containing your name, your address, and the circumstances of the accident.
May go on your way.

20 . What can you do to avoid the need to make emergency stops while driving in traffic?

Honk your horn to make others aware of your presence.
Look ahead and maintain a safe following distance.
Drive in the right lane only.
Drive more slowly than the flow of traffic.

21 . You are driving in the right lane of a multilane highway and want to move into the left lane. You should:

Look in your rearview mirror for traffic behind you before changing lanes.
Look over your left shoulder for traffic in your blind spot before changing lanes.
Look in your side mirror for traffic and turn on your directional signal.
All of the above.

22 . At night, it is hardest to see:

Road signs.
Pedestrians.
Other motorists.
Street lights.

23 . If two vehicles arrive to a four-way stop at the same time:

The vehicle on the left must yield to the vehicle on the right.
The vehicle on the right must yield to the vehicle on the left.
Drivers must make hand motions to communicate with each other.
One driver should proceed without stopping.

24 . This sign means:

Watch for bicycles.
Bicycles not allowed.
Bicycle repair shop ahead.
Bicycles have the right-of-way.

25 . A leaky exhaust system in your vehicle is dangerous because it can cause:

A loss of hearing.
Pollution.
Carbon monoxide poisoning.
Poor engine performance.

26 . An intersection has no traffic signs or signals. You arrive at the same time as a vehicle to your right. You should:

Speed up and get through the intersection.
Slow down and yield to the vehicle on your right.
Drive into the intersection and make the other vehicle stop.
Honk your horn and drive through the intersection.
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27 . A yellow and black diamond-shaped sign:

Warns you about conditions on or near the road.
Helps direct you to cities and towns ahead.
Tells you about traffic laws and regulations.
Tells you about road construction ahead.

28 . This sign means:

Curve ahead.
Roadwork ahead.
Merging traffic.
No left turn.

29 . 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.

30 . This sign is used to warn drivers about:

Upcoming intersections.
Road construction.
An upcoming curve in the road.
Changes in traffic lanes.

31 . To be safe when crossing a railroad, you should:

Look both ways, but only when the red light is flashing.
Listen, look both ways, and then proceed if it is safe to do so.
Cross especially quickly when a train is approaching.
Quickly pass under any lowering gates.

32 . Before changing lanes on a multilane highway, you should:

Sound your horn.
Turn on your headlights.
Reduce your speed.
Check your mirrors and blind spots.

33 . Increasing your vehicle’s speed:

Increases your field of vision.
Decreases your field of vision.
Makes it easier to see cross traffic.
Has no effect on your field of vision.

34 . This sign means:

Roadwork ahead.
Playground ahead.
Fire station.
Stop.

35 . 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.

36 . On a road which has no sidewalks, a pedestrian should walk on the:

Side of the road which has the lightest traffic.
Same side of the road on which traffic is moving.
Side of the road facing oncoming traffic.
Side of the road which has the heaviest traffic.

37 . Motorcycles are entitled to:

The bicycle lane.
The same full lane width as other motor vehicles.
Half the width of a lane.
The width of the sidewalk.

38 . This road sign means:

No right turn.
Curve.
Turn right or left.
Traffic flows only in the direction of the arrow.

39 . A solid white line down the center of a two-lane road indicates:

Lanes are moving in opposite directions and drivers are not permitted to pass.
Lanes are moving in opposite directions and drivers are permitted to pass when it is safe to do so.
Lanes are moving in the same direction and drivers are not permitted to pass.
Lanes are moving in the same direction and drivers are permitted to pass when it is safe to do so.

40 . This sign means:

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

41 . This sign means:

Flagger ahead.
Detour.
One-way.
No parking.

42 . You come to an intersection displaying a flashing red light. You should:

Come to a full stop and go when it is safe to do so.
Stop only if other cars are also approaching the intersection.
Stop only if other cars are already within the intersection.
Slow down and be prepared to stop, if necessary.

43 . This sign means:

Low shoulder.
Stop ahead.
Tow-away zone.
Buggy warning.

44 . The effect that alcohol has on your reflexes and judgment:

Is less pronounced when consuming beer instead of wine.
Is less pronounced when consuming wine instead of beer.
Is most pronounced when consuming hard ciders and mixed drinks.
Depends on the amount of alcohol in your bloodstream.

45 . This sign means:

Curves ahead.
Divided highway starts.
Divided highway ends.
Bumps in the road.

46 . If you are involved in a serious motor vehicle crash:

Stop.
Call the police.
Determine if anyone is injured.
All of the above.

47 . If someone is driving aggressively behind you, you should:

Try to get out of the aggressive driver’s way.
Stare at the driver as he or she is passing you.
Speed up as he or she is passing you.
Block the passing lane.

48 . When driving on roads that may be slippery:

Always drive at the maximum speed limit.
Use cruise control to maintain a steady speed.
Reduce your following distance.
Do not make any sudden changes in speed or direction.

49 . Vehicle stopping distances never depend on:

Your own reaction time.
The time of day.
The condition of your vehicle's brakes.
The condition and type of your vehicle's tires.

50 . At a light rail intersection, always:

Look both ways before crossing tracks.
Pay attention and obey all traffic signals.
Share the road with pedestrians and bicyclists.
All of these.