1 . If traffic signals at an intersection are not functioning due to a power outage:

Park your vehicle as far off the road as possible and wait for power to be restored.
Use hand signals to indicate your intentions to other drivers.
Turn on your hazard lights and proceed through the intersection without stopping.
Treat the intersection as a four-way stop.

2 . Defensive driving is:

Identifying dangerous driving situations and taking action to avoid accidents.
Defending yourself against poor drivers by getting ahead of them in traffic.
Following the vehicle ahead of you at a close distance.
Quickly changing lanes and shifting in and out of traffic congestion.

3 . Drivers are not required to yield to pedestrians in a crosswalk.

True
False

4 . This sign means:

Do not enter.
Yield the right-of-way.
Reserved parking for persons with disabilities.

5 . Double solid yellow lines painted down the middle of the road mean:

Railroad crossing ahead.
Pedestrian crossing ahead.
Passing is not permitted from either direction.
Passing is permitted from either direction.

6 . When stopped at a red traffic light with a green arrow, you may proceed in the direction of the arrow if you:

First come to a complete stop.
Wait until the light changes.
Are in the proper lane and the intersection is clear.

7 . When meeting a car with blinding headlights, you should:

Use your bright lights until the other vehicle dims theirs.
Flash your lights on and off to warn the other driver.
Dim your lights and then speed up to pass quickly.
Look toward the right side of the road.

8 . How can you help prevent rear-end collisions?

Avoid sudden stops.
Before stopping, check your mirrors and blind spots for traffic.
Release the gas pedal and let your vehicle slow before applying the brakes.
All of the above.

9 . 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.

10 . Using a cell phone while operating a motor vehicle is considered a distraction because:

It causes the driver to be concerned about the cost of the call.
It occupies the driver's hands, eyes, and mind.
It is an activity that draws the attention of other drivers.

11 . A broken yellow line beside a solid yellow line indicates that:

Passing is permitted from the lane next to the solid yellow line.
Passing is not permitted from either direction.
Passing is permitted from the lane next to the broken yellow line.

12 . If an aggressive driver cuts you off, you should:

Call the police immediately.
Stay calm and move out of the aggressive driver's way.
Flash your vehicle's lights to let the aggressive driver know he is wrong.
Use a driving action of your own to get back at the aggressive driver.

13 . This sign means:

Pedestrian crossing.
Side road.
Railroad ahead.

14 . What kinds of drugs can affect your driving ability?

Allergy medicine
Marijuana
Cold remedies
All of these choices

15 . Solid lines separating lanes of traffic indicate a no passing zone.

True
False

16 . At night, it is hardest to see:

Road signs.
Pedestrians.
Other motorists.
Street lights.

17 . When driving in traffic, it is safest to:

Fluctuate your speed to keep alert.
Drive faster than the flow of traffic.
Drive slower than the flow of traffic.
Drive with the flow of traffic.

18 . When you see an emergency vehicle approaching while using its flashing lights, you must:

Maintain your speed and stay in your lane until the vehicle has passed.
Move into the right lane and drive slowly until the vehicle has passed.
Pull over to the curb or edge of the road and stop until the vehicle has passed.

19 . You should not attempt to drive next to a large truck in a roundabout.

True
False

20 . 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.

21 . At a crosswalk:

You must yield to pedestrians.
Pedestrians must yield to you.
Construction workers must yield to you.

22 . This is a ____ sign.

Stop
Wrong way
Yield
Do not enter

23 . If you park facing uphill on a street with a curb, set the parking brake and:

Turn the front wheels toward the curb.
Turn the front wheels away from the curb.
Leave the front wheels straight.

24 . If weather or light conditions require you to have your lights on while driving:

Use your parking lights.
Use your high beams.
Use your low beams.

25 . How can you prevent "Expressway hypnosis?"

Keep the interior of your car cool.
Vary your speed slightly from time to time.
Keep your eyes moving.
All of the above.

26 . What does this road sign mean?

Falling rocks
Trucks use second gear
Steep hill

27 . A single broken yellow 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.

28 . When should drivers use their turn signals?

When changing lanes
When entering or exiting the freeway
When turning at an intersection
All of the above

29 . A telltale sign of a drunk driver is:

They are weaving between lanes.
They are driving more slowly than the normal traffic flow.
They are making quick and sudden stops.
All of the above.

30 . When a traffic signal light turns green, you should:

Yield the right-of-way to pedestrians.
Accelerate as quickly as possible.
Back up slowly.
Not move until another driver waves you on.

31 . When should drivers yield the right-of-way to pedestrians in a crosswalk?

Only if the pedestrians first wave to the driver.
Only if the pedestrians are not texting while walking.
At all times.
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32 . It is illegal to follow within ____ of an emergency vehicle that is sounding its alarm.

One mile
1,000 feet
500 feet

33 . This sign means:

Pedestrians only.
Intersection ahead.
Hiking trails ahead.
School crossing ahead.

34 . When should you drive in a lane underneath a lane use control signal displaying a red X?

When there is no visible oncoming traffic.
When you are passing the car in front of you.
Never.
Between sunset and sunrise.

35 . Taking drugs along with alcohol:

Increases the risk of causing a crash.
Is no more dangerous than consuming alcohol by itself.
Lessens the effect of alcohol on your ability to drive.
Has no effect on your general driving ability.

36 . If you come to an intersection controlled by a flashing yellow light, you must:

Wait for the green light before proceeding.
Slow down and cross the intersection carefully.
Stop before crossing the intersection.

37 . This sign means:

Roundabout ahead.
Lane ends, merge left.
Turn around.
Curve ahead.

38 . To pass on a two-lane road, you should:

Sound your horn as you pass.
Flash your headlights as you pass.
Judge the distance to any oncoming vehicles.

39 . This sign means:

All traffic must turn left.
No left turn.
No U-turn.
Truck route to the left.

40 . If you are wearing both a lap belt and shoulder strap during a collision, your chances of survival are increased three to four times.

True
False

41 . A solid yellow line next to a broken yellow line means that vehicles:

Driving in both directions may pass.
Next to the broken line may pass.
Next to the solid line may pass.

42 . Highway pavement will be particularly treacherous and most slippery:

If it has been raining several hours.
If it has just begun to rain.
If it has been raining for one to two hours.

43 . If you must park your vehicle in an area not usually used for parking:

Park with your reverse lights on.
Make sure your vehicle is visible to drivers approaching from any direction.
Park five feet from the curb.

44 . When merging onto the freeway, you should be driving:

At or near the speed of the freeway traffic.
At the legal speed limit.
More slowly than the freeway traffic.

45 . Broken yellow lines are used on streets and highways to:

Indicate no passing zones.
Separate lanes of traffic moving in the same direction.
Separate lanes of traffic moving in opposite directions.

46 . Increase your following distance when driving behind a large vehicle:

To better see around the sides of the vehicle.
Because other drivers tend to pull behind large vehicles before trying to pass them.
Because following too closely will get you caught in the vehicle's slipstream.

47 . This road sign means:

Hunting area.
State park.
Deer crossing.
Wildlife preserve.

48 . When driving under snowy or icy conditions, it is safe to use your cruise control as long as your speed is reduced.

True
False

49 . If an approaching train is near enough or going fast enough to be a danger, you must:

Slow down and proceed with caution.
Not cross the tracks until the train has completely passed.
Cross the tracks at your own risk.
Find an alternative route across tracks.

50 . Smoking and preparing to smoke while driving:

Do not affect driving abilities.
Help maintain driver alertness.
Are distracting activities.
Are not distracting activities.

51 . When entering the interstate, check for a gap in traffic in the nearest lane, adjust your speed to match traffic, signal, and:

Expect traffic to allow you to proceed into the lane, since you have the right-of-way.
Merge carefully into the gap.
Wait for the lane to clear before merging.

52 . Drinking alcohol and driving is:

A minor traffic safety problem.
A serious traffic safety problem.
Safe if you have only had a few drinks.
Only dangerous to the driver who drinks.

53 . Motorcycles, scooters, and mopeds are not easy to see; therefore, you should:

Slow down when driving.
Make constant visual checks.
Share a lane with a motorcycle.

54 . 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.

55 . Refusing to take a chemical test when requested to do so by law enforcement:

Is your right and will have no negative consequences.
Will result in license suspension.
Is recommended.
Will just result in a fine.

56 . This sign means:

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

57 . If your turn signals fail, you should use ____ to indicate that you are turning.

Your horn
Your headlights
Hand signals
Your emergency flashers

58 . This sign means:

Trucks only.
Trucks are entering the highway.
Upcoming hill.
Trucks have the right-of-way.

59 . Your brake lights tell other drivers that you:

Are making a turn.
Have your emergency brake on.
Are changing lanes.
Are slowing down or stopping.

60 . If your car's suspension is bad, it can cause:

Vehicle control problems.
Squealing brakes.
Slack in the steering.