DMV Written Test Practice Questions Set 2022 #5

When you can see the entire front of the passed vehicle in your rearview mirror.

After you have passed a vehicle moving in the same direction, it is safe to move back into the right lane: After about three seconds. When you can no longer see the passed vehicle over your right shoulder. When you can see the entire front of the passed vehicle in your rearview mirror.

Wearing a headset that covers both ears.

All of the following are dangerous to do while driving. Which is also illegal? Wearing a headset that covers both ears. Having one or more interior lights on. Using cruise control on residential streets.

Diamond-shaped or rectangular with orange and black coloring.

Construction zone signs are generally: Square or rectangular with white and red coloring. Round or octagonal with black and yellow coloring. Diamond-shaped or rectangular with orange and black coloring.

That you are approaching from behind.

Dim your headlights for oncoming vehicles or when you are within 300 feet of a vehicle: That you are approaching from behind. Approaching you from behind. That you have already passed.

During the first half hour of rain.

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.

Both of the above.

Interstate driving requires drivers to: Have the ability to safely drive at increased speeds. Be constantly alert. Both of the above.

Never drive faster than is safe for current conditions.

California's "Basic Speed Law" says you must: Keep your speed close to that of other traffic. Never drive faster than is safe for current conditions. Always drive at the posted speed limit.

15 mph.

The speed limit in any alley is: 20 mph. 15 mph. 25 mph.

Steep hill

What does this road sign mean? Falling rocks Trucks use second gear Steep hill

Stop, regardless of your direction of travel.

When a school bus is picking up or dropping off children, you must: Stop, regardless of your direction of travel. Stop if you are driving in the same direction. Slow down and be prepared to stop.

Are being tailgated by another driver.

You should increase the distance between your vehicle and the vehicle ahead when you: Are following a small passenger vehicle. Are being tailgated by another driver. Are driving more slowly than the posted speed limit.

At all times, even if the pedestrian is not obeying traffic laws.

You should yield to a pedestrian: Only if they are in a crosswalk. At all times, even if the pedestrian is not obeying traffic laws. Only if the traffic lights are in the pedestrian's favor.

Right, toward the side of the road

You want to park uphill on a two-way road and there is no curb. Which direction do you turn your front wheels? Straight ahead Right, toward the side of the road Left, toward the center of the road

Look to the sides of your vehicle to see what is coming.

At intersections, crosswalks, and railroad crossings, you should always: Stop, listen, and proceed cautiously. Look to the sides of your vehicle to see what is coming. Slowly pass vehicles that seem to be stopped for no reason.

Oncoming cars.

Drivers turning left must yield to: Overtaking cars. Oncoming cars. No one.

Obey the officer.

If a traffic signal light is green and a police officer signals for you to stop, you should: Obey the officer. Obey the traffic signal. Do what the vehicle in front of you does.

Slow down gradually and not brake.

If you are driving and a tire suddenly goes flat, you should: Rapidly pump the brake pedal several times. Slow down gradually and not brake. Press down on the brake pedal as hard as you can.

Stop, then inch forward until you can see clearly in both directions.

If you come to an intersection and your view to the side is blocked, you should: Slow down and look both ways. Maintain your speed and look both ways. Stop, then inch forward until you can see clearly in both directions.

Let the call go to voicemail.

If your cell phone rings while you are driving and you do not have a hands-free device, you should: Answer the call because it may be an emergency. Let the call go to voicemail. Check the incoming number before answering the call.

You cannot see as far ahead at night.

It is more dangerous to drive at night than during the day because: You cannot see as far ahead at night. The road is always more slippery at night. Your reaction time is slower at night.

Can cause problems for all vehicles.

Sudden wind gusts on highways: Generally affect only the movement of large vehicles. Only cause visibility problems. Can cause problems for all vehicles.

Must merge into the bicycle lane before turning.

To make a right turn at a corner, you: May not enter the bicycle lane. Should only merge into the bicycle lane if you stop before turning. Must merge into the bicycle lane before turning.

Merge.

This road sign means: Cars in the right lane must slow down. No left turn. Merge.

Right lane ends.

This road sign means: Highway entrance ramp. Road widens. Right lane ends.

Pedestrian crossing.

This road sign means: School crossing. Pedestrian crossing. Jogging trail.

Winding road ahead.

This road sign means: Sharp turn to the right ahead. Upcoming sharp left and right turns. Winding road ahead.

Drivers must bear either right or left.

This road sign means: The roadway ends ahead. Drivers must bear either right or left. A four-way intersection is ahead.

The maximum speed limit under ideal conditions is 55 mph.

This road sign means: You must travel through the intersection at the posted speed limit. The maximum speed limit under ideal conditions is 55 mph. You must not travel below the speed indicated.

Do not enter.

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

Lane ends.

This sign means: Merge right. Divided highway begins. Lane ends.

No U-turn.

This sign means: No U-turn. No turning. No left turn.

Stop.

This sign means: Stop. Merge. Upcoming change in direction.

There is a sharp turn to the right.

This yellow sign means: There is a sharp turn to the right. The lane must turn right. A right turn is permitted on a green arrow only.

Over your shoulders.

To see vehicles in your blind spots, you should check: The inside rearview mirror. The outside rearview mirror. Over your shoulders.

Check for cars, increase your speed to match the flow of traffic, and merge when the way is clear.

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.

Never.

When may you legally drive around or under a railroad crossing gate? Never. When you can see clearly in both directions. When the warning lights are not flashing.

Look over your right shoulder for a right lane change and your left shoulder for a left lane change.

Which of these statements is true about changing lanes? You only need to turn and look over your right shoulder for lane changes to the right or left. Look over your right shoulder for a right lane change and your left shoulder for a left lane change. Vehicles with two outside mirrors do not have blind spots.

At all times.

You see a signal person at a road construction site ahead. You should obey his or her instructions: Only if you see orange cones on the road ahead. Unless they conflict with existing signs, signals, or laws. At all times.

Under no circumstances.

You should drive on the shoulder to pass a car: If the vehicle ahead of you is turning left. Under no circumstances. If the shoulder is wide enough.

Wherever signs and/or pavement markings permit passing

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

They consider what other drivers might do and are prepared to react.

Which of the following describes the thinking of defensive drivers? They know other drivers will do the right thing. They consider what other drivers might do and are prepared to react. They expect no breaks and give none.

Both of the above.

Which of the following driving skills is/are affected by the use of alcohol and/or drugs? Alertness. Coordination. Both of the above.

Change lanes without signaling.

Which of the following is not a safe driving practice when driving on the interstate? Slower traffic must keep to the right. Change lanes without signaling. If you miss your exit, you must go to the next exit.

Come to a safe stop.

You are approaching an intersection with a steady yellow traffic light. If you have not already entered the intersection, you should: Speed up to beat the red light. Reduce you speed and proceed carefully through the intersection. Come to a safe stop.

Both of the above.

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.

Are entitled to share the road with motor vehicles.

You must look for bicyclists in the same lanes used by motor vehicles because they: Must ride facing oncoming traffic. Illegally share lanes with motor vehicles. Are entitled to share the road with motor vehicles.