1 . What should a driver do when approaching a traffic control signal that is not in operation?

Come to a full stop and yield the right-of-way before entering the intersection.
If the intersection is clear, the driver does not need to stop.
Drive quickly through the intersection to get out of the way of other vehicles.

2 . Stopping distances and severity of crashes:

Decrease as vehicle speed increases.
Are not affected by vehicle speed.
Increase as vehicle speed increases.

3 . You are approaching a green traffic light and traffic is blocking the intersection. What is the best thing to do?

Partially enter the intersection to establish your right-of-way.
Don't enter the intersection until you can get completely across.
Continue into the intersection and wait for traffic to clear.

4 . An orange and red triangular sign on a vehicle always means:

The vehicle has the right-of-way.
Slow-moving vehicle.
Shoulder work ahead.

5 . When driving in work zones, you should:

Follow the driver in front of you closely.
Pass the driver in front of you as soon as you can.
Avoid tailgating and keep a safe following distance.

6 . This road sign means:

When pavement is wet, reduce your speed.
The road ahead winds in a series of turns or curves.
Traffic increases ahead.

7 . If a motorist sees pedestrians in an upcoming crosswalk, what should the motorist do?

Continue ahead. The motorist has the right-of-way.
Wait for the pedestrians to cross the street.
Pull to the right and go around the pedestrians.

8 . This sign means you are approaching a railroad crossing that does not have a signal. You should:

Come to a complete stop.
Proceed at a consistent speed while looking and listening for approaching trains.
Slow down, look both ways, listen for any trains, and be prepared to stop if any trains are nearby.

9 . Blind spots are:

Spots in your vision when you become fatigued.
Areas of the road that cannot be seen in a vehicle's mirrors.
Traffic control devices.

10 . If you miss your exit on the freeway, you should not:

Continue on the freeway and find an alternate route to your destination.
Proceed to the next exit, leave the freeway, and return to your proper exit.
Back up on the road or shoulder.

11 . You must yield to a pedestrian using a white cane or guide dog:

Only when the guide dog is leading the person across the street.
At all times.
Only if a crossing guard is present.

12 . When turning left at an intersection:

You should always yield to oncoming traffic and pedestrians.
Oncoming traffic and pedestrians should yield to you.
You should never yield to oncoming traffic and pedestrians.

13 . "No passing zone" signs tell drivers:

To speed up slightly.
That it is not safe to pass.
To maintain a steady speed.

14 . Which of the following statements is true?

Driving too slowly is not an unsafe practice.
Driving too slowly on certain highways can be dangerous.
The speed at which you drive a vehicle does not affect safety.

15 . To avoid traction loss on wet roads, you should:

Make abrupt turns.
Apply the brakes firmly.
Slow down.

16 . Which of these statements is true about large trucks?

They take longer to stop than passenger vehicles.
They all have air brakes that allow them to stop quickly.
They are more maneuverable than passenger vehicles.

17 . This road sign means:

The roadway ends ahead.
Drivers must bear either right or left.
A four-way intersection is ahead.

18 . The amount of alcohol in the blood is referred to as:

Implied consent (IC).
Blood alcohol concentration (BAC).
Rate of alcohol consumption (RAC).

19 . Where is it safe to pass another vehicle?

Within an intersection where there are no oncoming vehicles
Wherever signs and/or pavement markings permit passing
Within a curve where there are no oncoming vehicles

20 . You are on the freeway and traffic is merging into your lane. You should:

Make room for the merging traffic, if possible.
Assert your right-of-way by driving faster.
Always maintain your position.

21 . Before beginning a turnabout, drivers should:

Honk to alert other drivers to their intentions.
Be sure their vehicle is visible for 500 feet in both directions.
Come to a complete stop in the middle of the road.
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22 . In rainy weather, you should be most careful when turning or stopping:

After it has been raining all day.
One half hour after it stops raining.
During the first half hour of rain.

23 . Unless otherwise posted, the speed limit on interstate highways is:

55 mph.
65 mph.
75 mph.

24 . What does this road sign mean?

You must turn right.
No right turns permitted.
Right turns permitted on a red light.

25 . This sign means:

Do not drink and drive.
Slippery when wet.
Road curves ahead.

26 . Water on the road can cause a vehicle to hydroplane. Your car may hydroplane at speeds as low as:

45 miles per hour.
35 miles per hour.
40 miles per hour.

27 . A driver should:

Assume all drivers automatically obey the right-of-way rules.
Assume most drivers obey the right-of-way rules.
Always be prepared to yield the right-of-way.

28 . While driving on a roadway with a single broken white centerline:

You must stay within your lane.
You may cross the centerline to change lanes.
You may change lanes only from the left lane.

29 . When entering an interstate highway, you should:

Stop, check for cars, and enter when safe.
Check for cars and reduce your speed to 25 mph before entering the traffic lane.
Check for cars, increase your speed to match the flow of traffic, and merge when the way is clear.

30 . If you are following a motorcycle, you should:

Increase your following distance.
Decrease your following distance.
Pass them immediately.

31 . If a road is slippery, maintain a following distance that is:

No different than normal.
Farther from the car ahead than normal.
Closer to the car ahead than normal.

32 . Should you always drive more slowly than other traffic?

No, you can block traffic when you drive too slowly.
Yes, it is a good defensive driving technique.
Yes, it is always safer than driving faster than other traffic.

33 . This road sign means:

You are about to enter a one-way street from the wrong direction.
U-turns are prohibited.
You may proceed if the way is clear.

34 . This sign means:

Change in direction or narrowing of roadway.
No right turn.
No passing zone.

35 . This sign means:

Trucks under 18,000 pounds are allowed.
Hill ahead.
Truck stop ahead.

36 . Excessive speed:

Does not increase the chance of a crash.
Increases your ability to react to a hazard.
Often leads to high-risk decision-making.

37 . To avoid hydroplaning while driving in rainy conditions, you should:

Drive at a speed appropriate for ideal conditions.
Apply your brakes as soon as your car starts to skid.
Slow down.

38 . You are required to stop your vehicle:

At any intersection where a police officer orders you to stop.
Where there is a red traffic light.
Both of the above.

39 . To improve visibility lowered by rain or fog, drivers should use their:

Low beam headlights.
High beam headlights.
Parking lights.

40 . There are two traffic lanes moving in your direction. You are driving in the left lane and many vehicles are passing you on the right. If the driver behind you wishes to drive faster, you should:

Stay in your lane so you don't impede the flow of traffic.
Drive onto the left shoulder to let the other vehicles pass.
Move into the right lane when it is safe.