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If you are are a licensed driver under the age of 17 you want to operate a motor vehicle between

11 P.M. and 6 A.M. unless you are driving to or from work

The standard limit in a municipal area is

30 mph

Brakes that automatically stop a trailer if it breaks away from the towing vehicle are required on all trailers weighing

3000 pounds or more

High beam headlights must not be used within

500 feet of oncoming vehicles

You are driving a passenger car on a two-lane highway the speed limit is

55 mph

Limited Access Highways can have posted speed limits as high as

70 mph

While driving your vehicle the diamond shape sign means it is

A Hazard warning sign

If the you see a traffic sign in the shape of a triangle the sign is

A Yield sign

When you are driving on a municipal street if you see this traffic sign it means

A bike way crosses the roadway ahead

If you see a fluorescent yellow-green traffic sign while driving the color of the sign means it is

A high-emphasis warning of school, pedestrian, or bicycle activity

If you are driving on a rural highway and you see this traffic sign it means

A road intersects the highway ahead

While driving your vehicle you see a red-colored traffic sign ahead. The red color means it is

A stop, Do Not Enter sign, or Wrong Way sign

At some intersections the traffic signals have sensors to detect vehicles and the traffic signal will only change if

A vehicle facing the red traffic light stops at the stop line

If the rear window of your vehicle is treated with any material. Florida law requires your vehicle to have

A warning beeper that sounds whenever your vehicle is in reverse year

You are driving in the right lane of an expressway and are approaching a ramp where traffic is entering the expressway. You should

Adjust your speed or move into the center lane so merging traffic can enter safely

Driving on the left of the road is a No Passing Zone is

Allowed if an obstruction on the right side makes it necessary

While driving on a multi-lane roadway you see this traffic sign ahead. This sign means

Another traffic lane joins the right side of the road you are on ahead

You are driving in a municipal area. You should yield the right-of-way to

Any public transit bus that is signaling to enter your lane from a pullout bay

When you approach an intersection with a green traffic light you should

Approach at a speed that will allow you to stop if the light changes

If a school bus stops to unload children on a divided highway with a dividing barrier vehicles traveling in the opposite direction

Are not required to stop

You should begin slowing to the posted safe speed for the ramp

As soon as you are off the expressway and on the exit ramp

You are following a bus or other large vehicle and are approaching an intersection. You should

Assume the large vehicle is swinging wide to the left in preparation to turn right at the intersection

More than any other place crashes happen

At intersections

You have been found at fault in a crash where someone was injured and was transported to a medical treatment facility. By law you must

Attend a Traffic Collision Avoidance Course

You are driving in traffic on a road with two or lanes in each direction. You should

Avoid driving in someone else's blind spot

You are driving on a slippery highway and your car starts to skid sideways at highway speed. You should

Avoid using the brakes unless you are about to hit something

You are driving down the highway when one of your tires suddenly blows out. You should

Avoid using your brakes. Slow down gradually and concentrate on steering

When you back you vehicle you should

Back slowly

When you back your vehicle you should

Back slowly your vehicle is much harder to steer while you are backing

If you are driving too fast and your vehicle goes off the road you should

Brake as effectively as you can and steer to avoid the trees

They will not be completely clear of the intersection before you arrive. You should

Brake hard and move to the left side of your lane. Aim for the space behind the turning vehicle

The diamond-shaped marking means a lane is reserved for

Certain vehicles like buses or car pool vehicles during rush

You are approaching an intersection where you have a stop sign. You must

Come to a complete stop and yield the right-of-way to all other traffic and pedestrians before proceeding

When one vehicle is towing another by means of a chain the chain must

Display a white flag or cloth at least 12 inches square

You are driving on an expressway with three lanes in your direction at a speed slower than other traffic. You should

Drive in the right lane

You have entered an intersection where you want to turn

Drive to the next intersection and make the turn from the proper lane

You should check that your inside and outside rear view mirrors are clean and properly adjusted

Every time you get ready to drive before starting your engine

The driver's seat on your vehicle must be properly adjusted so you can reach all the controls. You should check the seat adjustment

Every time you get ready top drive before starting the engine

The end and sides of the load must be marked by

Four red lamps and two red reflectors

While driving on the highway you have a tire blowout. You should

Gently bring your vehicle to a stop on the paved shoulder of the highway

If a vehicle ahead of you signals to change lanes into your lane you should

Gently slow down if needed to make room for them in front of you

Any driver who is stopped by a law enforcement officer at the time of the arrest

Have their driving privilege suspended

If you refuse to take a blood, urine, or breath test to determine if you are driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs you will automatically

Have your driving privilege suspended for one year

Drivers are responsible for any littering from their vehicles. You are littering

If you throw out any cigarettes, trash, or litter bags

While driving on a highway you suddenly discover that your gas pedal is jammed and you cannot reduce engine power. You must be careful because

If you turn the ignition key to the lock position your steering could lock

The road is slippery and a vehicle in front of you starts to skid sideways. You should

Immediately brake and look for an open area on your right

When parking your vehicle facing downhill with a curb you should point your front wheels

Into the curb

When you see this type of traffic sign the listed speed

Is the maximum speed you can safely travel in this area

You are driving on a two-lane highway and are passing a large truck. It means

It is clear for you to pull back in

You are driving on a multi-lane road and you are feeling thirsty

It is recommended that you stop and have something to drink

You are in the left lane and you need to get into the right lane to make a right turn. You should

Keep moving in the left lane and drive past the place where you wanted to turn

When you are driving your vehicle if your cell phone rings you should

Let it ring. The caller can leave a message and you can phone them back after you have safely parked your vehicle

You are driving on a two-lane road and are being followed by a car that wants to pass you. You should

Make sure your speed does not increase until the pass is complete

When you are stopping your car for a traffic light you should

Make your brake lights come on by applying your brakes

If a law enforcement officer suspects your vehicle is not properly maintained or does not comply with Florida motor vehicle equipment standards the officer

May stop your vehicle at any time for a vehicle inspection

Riders of bicycle and mopeds on a roadway have the same rights and responsibilities as

Motor vehicle drivers

You are driving on a road with lanes in your direction. But the right lane is full and the gaps between cars in that lane are too small for you to enter. You should

Move into the right lane only when you can safely do so

When driving on two-lane highway

Move to the right side of your lane

They are about to crash into your front fender. You should

Move to the right side of your lane and brake as hard as needed to avoid a crash

You are driving on a two-lane highway and the vehicle behind you wants to pass. You should

Move to the right side of your lane to give the passing driver a better view of the road ahead

Which of the following statements about drinking alcohol is true?

No one can drink alcohol and drive safely

You are parking your vehicle next to a curb. Your vehicle must be within

One foot from the curb

To avoid being distracted by the music player you should

Only adjust the music player when your vehicle is stopped

You can use a three-point turn

Only where U-turns are permitted

If your drivers license and license plates were suspended for not having insurance under the Florida No-Fault you must

Pay $150 for a first offense and show proof of current insurance to get them back

As you approach any intersection you should be prepared to avoid colliding with

Pedestrians and bicyclists coming from any direction

If your brakes fail when you are trying to stop you should

Push on your brake pedal and hold it down

When you are preparing to drive with passengers over 18 yrs of age in the front and rear seats of you vehicle you must

Put on your belt and ask all passengers to do the same

The extreme rear and sides of the load must be marked by four

Red flags

You are stopped at a red light and a long string of cars is crossing in front of you. You should

Remain stopped until all the crossing traffic has crossed through the intersection

You are driving a delivery truck that is less than 40 years old with a net weight of 22,500 pounds. The Florida seat belt law

Requires the driver and all front seat passengers to wear seat belts

You have a large late-model pick-up truck with a rear seat. The Florida seat belt law

Requires the driver and front seat and all passengers under 18 years of age must be secured with seat belts or child restraints even if they are in the rear seat

When parking downhill in a car with a manual transmission you should park with the transmission in

Reverse gear

When parking downhill in a car with a mutual transmission you should park with the transmission in

Reverse gear

The basic steps to make a three-point turn are

Right edge of the road and sharp left turn, Stop at the left edge of the road, Back up your wheels and make a sharp right turn, Stop at the right edge of the road, Turn left, and complete the turn

You are driving your car and you have small child secured in the rear seat

Safely stop your car in a parking area if the child needs attention

When you park a vehicle with a manual transmission on a hill you should

Set the parking brake first before you shift into gear and shut off the engine

You are driving on a highway and your gas pedal gets jammed. You should keep your eyes on the road and

Shift into neutral. Then turn off the ignition without locking the steering and use your brakes to stop

You are driving on the highway and gas pedal gets jammed. You cannot reduce engine power. you should keep your eyes on the road and

Shift into neutral. Then turn off the ignition without locking the steering and use your brakes to stop

Two cars combine from the opposite directions enter an intersection with no traffic signs or signals. The driver of the turning car

Should yield the right-of-way to the driver of the vehicle going straight ahead

While you are driving you should assume the bicyclist is

Signaling to change lanes to the right or make a turn

You see an animal standing near the edge of the road ahead. You should

Slow down and be prepared to yield the right-of-way to the animal

When you move into the left lane to pass them you should

Slow down and keep a safe following distance behind the other car

You see a bicyclist approaching from from the opposite direction. You should

Slow down to a safe speed and avoid using your high beam highlights

You are approaching a vehicle where you want to make a turn and you have a green traffic light. You should

Slow down to a safe turning speed before entering the intersection

If you are in the lane closest to the emergency vehicle you must

Slow down to a speed 20 mph below the posted speed limit

You are driving on an Interstate highway in bad weather. You should

Slow down to the speed that allows you to have complete control of your vehicle

When approaching a railroad crossing without mechanical gates or lights you should

Slow down, look and listen for a train, and be prepared to stop

You are driving on a road with a bike lane and you want to cross the bike lane to enter a right turn lane. You should

Slow down, signal your turn, and yield to any bicyclists in the bike lane

It is well established that alcohol

Slows your reflexes, reduces your ability to see clearly, and makes you less alert

You are driving on a two-lane highway and you see an oncoming motorcycle approaching in your lane. You should

Sound your horn, brake sharply, and steer for the right side of the road or the ditch

To ensure you can see ahead clearly you should

Stay a safe distance behind the vehicle you want to pass

If another vehicle moves into your lane in front of you you should

Stay calm

So the car behind you pulls onto the paved right shoulder to pass you on the right you should

Stay in your lane and let the other vehicles pass you on the shoulder

While driving on a two-lane highway there is a guardrail on your right. You should

Stay on your side of the hideaway and try to stop

There is traffic in the in the oncoming lane and there is a guardrail on your right you should

Stay on your side of the highway and try to slow down

While driving on a rural road your right wheels run off the pavement. You should hold the steering wheel firmly and

Steer in a straight line while gently slowing down

If your car starts to skid sideways when you step on the brake you should

Steer in the direction of the skid to straighten your car

If a traffic signal is out of order you should

Stop as you would for a four-way stop

A flashing red traffic light at an intersection means you must

Stop then proceed when safe

While you are driving your vehicle catches fire under the hood. You should

Stop your vehicle and get away from it

When you have properly parked your vehicle in a straight-in parking space your vehicle will be

Straight and centered inside the space

You are the first to arrive at the scene of a crash and there is an injured person. The first thing you should do is

Summon help or send someone for help if you can

When you are driving on a rural road you should hold the steering wheel firmly and

Take your foot off the gas pedal

You are driving on a slippery road and have stopped at an intersection. You should

Take your foot off the gas pedal and steer in the direction of the skid

You are driving on a rural road if your right wheels run off the pavement you should hold the steering wheel firmly and

Take your foot off the gas pedal. Then brake lightly until you are moving at low speed

While you are driving you see this traffic sign ahead. This sign means

The dirt on the side of the road is soft

When two vehicles arrive at a four-way stop at the same time

The driver on the left must yield to the driver on the right

While you are on a two-lane highway you see this traffic sign. This sign means

The highway ahead is divided into one-way roadways

When you are exiting an expressway and you see this traffic sign it means

The posted speed is the maximum safe for the exit ramp and you must slow down to the speed on the sign

When driving on a multi-lane roadway you see this traffic sign. This sign means

The right lane of the roadway ends ahead

If you are driving on a highway and you see this traffic sign it means

The road ahead is winding and you should drive slowly on the curves

You are driving your car and you see this traffic sign ahead

The speed posted on the sign is the maximum speed you should travel around the curve

When you are driving if you see this traffic sign it means

There is a low place in the road

You are driving in a municipal area and you see this traffic sign ahead. This means

There is a pedestrian crossing ahead

You are driving in a parking area and you see this traffic sign. This sign means

This parking space is only for vehicles transporting a disabled person and displaying an official disabled parking permit

You are driving on a narrow two-lane road with no shoulder. You should

Treat the bicyclist like a slow moving vehicle

When you are driving on a highway that does not have a paved shoulder if your vehicle breaks down you should

Try to get your vehicle completely out of the traffic lanes and off the paved surface of the highway before stopping

When driving in the rain, fog, or smoke in the daytime you must

Turn on your low beam headlights

If you are parked or stopped at the curb and you want to pull into the traffic lane you should

Turn on your signal and be sure the drivers around you have time to see your signal before you move

The center turning lane of an undivided three-lane or five-lane roadway is to be used for

Turning left only

You have a pick-up truck and want to haul a load of trash or garbage in the back. You should

Use a close-fitting cover over the load to prevent anything from falling or blowing onto the roadway

When you are driving a motor home and you are following another vehicle you should

Use one and a half times the following distance that you use in your car

If you are feeling sick and you want to drive somewhere you should

Use some other form of transportation instead of driving. Your illness could distract you if you try to drive

Using your low beam headlights because of nearby traffic. You should

Use special care because pedestrians, bicyclists, and objects, and objects on the road won't be visible in your low beam headlights until they are close

A yellow arrow showing at the same time as a green traffic light means

Vehicles going in the direction of the arrow must stop if they can

The proper way to ensure that you are following far enough behind other cars is to

Watch as the vehicle ahead of you goes past a road sign or fence post

If your car starts pulling to one side when you use your brakes you may have

Wet brakes

You are driving on a road where rain has left large pools of water. You may have

Wet brakes

You must fasten your seat belt

With the lap belt snugly around your hips

You must not park

Within 50 feet of a railroad crossing

When driving you see this circular yellow traffic sign. This sign means

You are approaching a railroad crossing

You are driving your vehicle and you see this traffic sign ahead. This sign means

You are approaching a roundabout

You are driving a car that has seat belts. You are required by Florida law to wear your seat belt unless

You are certified by a physician as having a medical condition that causes seat belt use to be inappropriate or dangerous

When the taxi arrives

You are responsible for securing the child in the rear seat of the taxi in an approved child car seat

You should not return to the right side of the road until

You can see the tires of the vehicle you passed in your outside rear view mirror

If you have a tire blowout when driving on the highway you should not use your brakes until

You have gradually slowed down and your vehicle is under control

You are driving on a two-way street and are looking for a place to park

You must always park on the right side of the roadway facing the same direction as traffic

Which statement about checking your lights is true?

You must check all your lights every six months and replace any burned out bulbs

While driving your car you see a disabled person ahead

You must come a complete stop and let the person cross the street

If you are seeking a Florida driver license and want to operate

You must get a motorcycle endorsement on your Florida driver license or get a Motorcycle Only license

If you need to park your vehicle beside a highway

You must move completely off the hard surface of the highway unless parking spaces are on the hard surface

There seems to be enough room to drive your car beside the motorcyclist in the same lane. By law

You must never attempt to share a lane with a motorcycle when you are driving a car

A motorcycle has crashed and the rider is injured. You have stopped to help and an ambulance is on the way

You must not attempt to remove the helmet of the motorcycle rider

When you are driving at night

You must not drive with only your parking lights on

You are driving in stop and go traffic and are approaching a railroad crossing

You must not stop on the tracks

When driving on a two-lane road if you must pass another vehicle

You must signal before you pull out to pass and be sure other drivers have time to see your signal before you move

When you are pulling out of an alley, private road, driveway, or parking lot and must cross a sidewalk to enter a roadway

You must stop and remain stopped for pedestrians and bicyclists on the sidewalk

The red lights have started to flash but the gates are still open

You must stop at the crossing

You are driving your vehicle on a municipal street and are approaching a school crosswalk

You must stop without entering the crosswalk if a school crossing guard or any other person is in the roadway

When you are driving

You should not rest your left elbow on the open window

While driving on a multi-lane road you remember that you need to text your friend the address of where you are the meet

You should not send text messages while driving. Instead safely park your vehicle before texting

While driving on a multi-lane road you remember that you need to text your friend the address of where you are to meet

You should not send text messages while driving. Instead safely park your vehicle before texting

To avoid being distracted by your CD player

You should not try to change the CD while you are driving

If you are going to drive on an expressway

You should plan your trip before getting in your vehicle

You are driving your car on the highway and you see this traffic sign

You should slow down and be ready to shift to a lower gear

If you see this traffic sign it means the road will make a sharp turn to the right

You should slow down, keep to the right, and do not pass other vehicles

When you have properly adjusted the inside rear view mirror and outside mirrors on your vehicle

You will still have blind spots near the sides and rear corners of your vehicle that you cannot see in your mirrors

When you have properly adjusted the inside rear view mirror and outside mirrors on your vehicle

You will still have blind spots near the sides and rear mirrors of your vehicle that you cannot see in your mirrors

If you are found guilty of racing on a highway

Your driver license will be revoked

If you found guilty of not stopping to help when the vehicle you were driving was involved in a crash causing death or personal injury

Your driver license will be revoked


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