Driver's Ed Quiz True and False

It is illegal to turn a corner if a pedestrian is hallway across the street.

False

You may park no closer than 15 feet from a fire hydrant.

False

You may pass a slow moving vehicle as long as you are able to get back in your lane 200 feet before an oncoming vehicle.

False

You may stop on an entrance ramp to a freeway anytime you want.

False

Legally, motorcycles are entitled to a full traffic lane.

True

Minnesota's Basic Speed Law states, "Never drive faster that reasonable under existing conditions".

True

Most motorcycle accidents occur when a car turns left in front of the motorcycle.

True

Centerlines are always painted in yellow.

False

Children are not required to be in a car seat if they are 4 years old or younger.

False

A 40 mph minimum speed limit means that you must never drive below that speed in normal driving conditions.

True

If the posted speed limit on a section of road is 30 mph, you may drive 30 mph without getting a ticket.

False

If you are parked on a highway at night, your vehicle must have a white light in the front and red light in the rear. These lights must be visible from 1000 feet away.

False

If you have a class D license and you want a class B license, you do not have to take the written test.

False

If your right wheel runs off the road, it is best to slow down before turning back on the road.

False

Law enforcement officers must place you under arrest before they can ask you to take a breath test.

False

Most accidents attributed to drunk driving occur because the driver fell asleep behind the wheel.

False

Passing is illegal within 200 feet of an intersection.

False

Statutory speed limits are always in effect.

False

The load extensions for a car are: 3 feet in the front, 6 inches on the left, 0 inches on the right, and 4 feet in the rear.

False

Under normal circumstances, the minimum safe following distance to follow another vehicle is 1 car length for every 10 mph.

False

Under the 24-hour rule, if the police stop you and you do not have your license with you, you have 24 hours to prove that you have one.

False

The maximum speed limit means that anything above the limit is unsafe.

True

The statutory speed limits are 10 mph in alleys, 30 mph in urban or city streets, and 55 mph in rural areas.

True

Snow tires provide better traction on icy roads.

True

Stray drivers may cause other drivers to take unnecessary chances.

True

When entering the freeway, a yield sign may require you to stop.

True

When parking on a hill, you always turn your wheels to the right, except when making an uphill park with a curb

True

"Careless Driving" is defined as knowing driving dangerously on purpose".

False

When you are at a crossroad or a T intersection, and the car ahead of you is turning left, you may pass that car on the right side.

False

When you park, your wheels must be no further than 18 inches from the curb.

False

You may be no closer than 350 feet when following a fire truck.

False

You may park no closer than 10 feet from the nearest rail of a railroad track.

False

Both license plates must be visible at all times.

True

Car-train crashes usually occur because the driver of the car did not look before crossing the tracks.

True

Driving too fast on wet roads causes hydroplaning.

True

It is against the law to pass a vehicle that is yielding to a pedestrian.

True

It is illegal to carry liquor of any kind in the passenger compartment of your vehicle if the seal or bottle has been opened.

True

When the lane marker in the middle of the road is a solid yellow line on the side close to you, it means no passing.

True

When you are carrying a load that extends four feet or more behind your vehicle, you are required to have a 16 inch square red, yellow, or orange flag attached to the end of the load during daylight hours, and a red light visible at least 500 feet away at night.

True

When you have beer bottles to recycle, it is illegal to drive with the case of empty bottles in the back seat of your vehicle.

True

You may drive in a bicycle lane to turn a corner.

True

You may practice driving with your parent or legal guardian as soon as you pass your permit test.

True

You must have your instruction permit with you every time you drive.

True

You must park at least 20 feet away from an uncontrolled intersection.

True

You should use your signal flashers to warn other drivers of your location if you are parked in a dangerous location.

True

High beam headlights must illuminate the road 500 feet ahead of your vehicle.

False

If the curb is painted yellow it means no parking.

True

It is illegal to park any closer than 30 feet away from a controlled intersection.

True

It is illegal to park your vehicle on a bridge.

True

It is illegal to pass a motorcycle while traveling in the same lane as the motorcycle.

True

It is illegal to pass another vehicle before a hill or curve if you cannot see at least 700 feet ahead.

True

It is illegal to pass another vehicle within 100 feet of a tunnel, underpass, railroad crossing, or intersection.

True

It is illegal to throw, drop, or place items that could be dangerous to other drivers (nails, glass, wood, etc.) on the road

True

The best way to handle a tailgater is to slow down and force them to pass.

True

When driving on the highway, the speed limit on the curve is the same as the speed limit on the straightaway unless there is a sign that says otherwise.

True

When passing a vehicle on a two-lane freeway, you must see both headlights of the vehicle you passed in your rear-view mirror before returning to the right lane.

True

Your instruction permit must be renewed after two years, if you have not passed the road test yet and you want to continue practicing.

True