Driving Test Questions #3
This figure warns you of a...
YIELD ZONE AHEAD!!
A lighted red arrow means...
YOU MAY NOT PROCEED IN THE DIRECTION INDICATED BY THE ARROW A lighted red arrow means you may not proceed in the direction indicated by the arrow.
This pentagon symbol alerts drivers to...
A SCHOOL ZONE This pentagonal sign shows you that you are entering a school zone.
When you meet a truck coming from the opposite direction, keep as far as possible to the side to avoid...
A SIDESWIPE COLLISION When you meet a truck coming from the opposite direction, keep as far as possible to the side to avoid a sideswipe accident and to reduce the wind turbulence between the two vehicles.
A single broken yellow line usually marks the centerline of a two-way roadway where..
A VEHICLE MAY PASS IF IT IS SAFE A single broken yellow line usually marks the centerline of a two-way roadway on which a vehicle may pass if it is safe.
Which of the following actions must NOT be done when approaching a modern roundabout?
ALWAYS ENTER THE ROUNDABOUT TO THE LEFT AND PROCEED ON THE LEFT SIDE OF THE CENTRAL ISLAND On approaching the modern roundabout, yield to vehicles and bicyclists within the circulating roadway. Look to your left to see if there is an appropriate gap in traffic. If one is not available, you may need to stop. Always enter the roundabout to the right and proceed on the right side of the central island
You must not use _________ to exit the freeway, even in a traffic jam.
AN ENTRANCE RAMP You must not use an entrance ramp or acceleration lane to exit the freeway, even in a traffic jam.
All work zone symbols or signs have...
AN ORANGE BACKGROUND AND BLACK LETTERS All temporary signs in work zones have an orange background and black letters or symbols. These signs can be found on either side of the road, and tell you what and how soon you will encounter a work zone.
Talking on a cell phone while driving increases your chances of being in a crash by...
AS MUCH AS FOUR TIMES Talking on a cell phone while driving can increase your chances of being in a crash by as much as four times. It is distracting since your attention is directed more toward your conversation than toward your driving.
The danger areas around trucks and buses where crashes are more likely to occur are called...
BLIND SPOTS Blind spots are areas near the left and right rear corners of your vehicle that you cannot see in your rearview mirror. Before you move sideways to change lanes on an expressway or to pass on any road, turn your head to make sure these areas are clear.
What color line separates two lanes travelling in the same direction?
BROKEN WHITE LANES A broken white line separates two lanes traveling in the same direction. Once you have signaled and if it is safe to do so, you may cross this line when changing lanes.
Do not make a U-turn on a curve or near the top of a hill if you cannot be seen by...
DRIVERS APPROACHING FROM EITHER DIRECTION Do not make a U-turn on a curve or near the top of a hill if you cannot be seen by other drivers approaching from either direction. Do not make a U-turn where signs prohibit doing so.
_________ are the mobile devices that are often used on some roads to give drivers an advance warning of construction zones.
FLASHING ARROW SIGNS Electronic messages or flashing arrow panels are the mobile devices that are often used on some roads to give an advance warning of construction zones and unusual conditions at/near work zones.
It is against the law to make a left turn at a red light EXCEPT...
FROM A ONE-WAY STREET TO ANOTHER ONE-WAY STREET It is against the law to make a left turn on red except from a one-way street to another one-way street. When making such a turn, you must come to a complete stop and allow all crossing traffic and all pedestrians to clear the intersection before you proceed.
If a driver behind you repeatedly flashes his/her headlights, you should...
GET OUT OF THE WAY Aggressive driving is the operation of a motor vehicle in a manner that endangers or is likely to endanger persons or property. If you notice a driver behind you repeatedly flashing their headlights, you should not retaliate or in any way engage the other driver. Get out of the way.
When you are moving through an intersection with a green signal and a pedestrian starts to cross in your path against the red signal, the first thing to do is..
GIVE A WARNING WITH YOUR HORN If you are moving through an intersection with a green signal and a pedestrian starts to cross in your path against the red signal, give a warning with your horn. If the pedestrian does not stop, the driver must stop.
What is the correct hand signal for indicating a right turn?
HAND AND ARM EXTENDED UPWARD Be sure to make your intentions known to the other drivers. Continue signaling until you are ready to make the actual turn. The correct hand signal for making a right turn is to extend the hand and arm upward.
When turning corners, drivers must turn the steering wheel using...
HAND OVER HAND TECHNIQUE When turning corners, turn the steering wheel using the hand-over-hand technique. Do not turn the wheel with just one hand or you could lose control. When you complete the turn, straighten out the steering wheel by hand. Letting it slip through your fingers could be dangerous.
For interstate driving, slow-moving vehicles must travel _________, except when passing.
IN THE RIGHT-HAND LANE For interstate driving, slow-moving vehicles must travel in the right-hand lane, except when passing.
Which of the following is NOT a true statement regarding railroad crossings?
IT IS WISE TO SHIFT GEARS WHEN CROSSING RAILROAD TRACKS Drivers must wait until there is room for the vehicle on the far side at railroad crossings. They should not block the crossing. They should also yield to crossing trains. It is wise not to shift gears when crossing railroad tracks, in case of stalling.
If a car approaches you with bright headlights, you must __________ to prevent being temporarily blinded.
LOOK TOWARD THE RIGHT EDGE OF THE ROAD If a car approaches you with bright lights on, do not stare at the lights. Steer by the line at the outside edge of the road to prevent being temporarily blinded.
For better visibility during rain, fog, and snow, you must keep your vehicle's_________ on.
LOW-BEAM LIGHTS High beams reflect off rain, fog, and falling snow. This makes it even harder for you to see where you are going. For better visibility during these weather conditions, keep your vehicle's headlights on low beam.
When a traffic signal turns green at an intersection and you are going straight through, you must
MAKE SURE THERE ARE NO MORE VEHICLES COMING THROUGH OR STILL IN THE INTERSECTION. When a traffic signal turns green at an intersection, make sure the way is clear of any other vehicles that might be still coming through or in the intersection. Most accidents at traffic signals happen in the first few seconds after the light has changed. Yield to any pedestrians who are still on the road
The traffic striping marks of diagonal yellow lines are on streets and highways. These indicate..
NARROW ROAD OR OBSTRUCTION AHEAD Diagonal yellow striping marks on streets and highways indicate a narrow road or an obstruction ahead
When drivers see this sign, they should...
NO U-TURN Drivers cannot make a complete turn to go in the opposite direction (i.e. a U-turn) where this sign is displayed.
When making a left turn at a controlled intersection, a motorist must yield to..
ONCOMING TRAFFIC When making a left turn at a controlled intersection, a motorist must yield to oncoming traffic and stop for pedestrians within the crosswalk.
A double solid yellow line in the center of the road means that..
PASSING IS NOT ALLOWED IN EITHER DIRECTION Double solid yellow lines mark the center of a road and separate traffic traveling in opposite directions. Passing is not allowed in either direction. Drivers may not cross the lines unless they are making a left turn.
When stopped for a traffic violation, which of the following documents must be provided by the driver?
PROOF OF INSURANCE, VEHICLE REGISTRATION, AND DRIVER'S LICENSE When stopped for a traffic violation or an equipment check, drivers must provide their driver's license, proof of insurance, and vehicle registration.
While driving, when you see a triangular road sign, you must..
REDUCE YOUR SPEED AND YIELD When you see a triangular road sign, you must slow down and yield to other traffic.
With any turning vehicle, the rear wheels follow a _________ than the front wheels.
SHORTER PATH With any turning vehicle, the rear wheels follow a shorter path than the front wheels. The longer the vehicle is, the greater the difference will be. Trucks initially swing out before making a turn.
If you see a solid white line between lanes of traffic, you must..
STAY IN YOUR LANE If you see a solid white line between lanes of traffic, it means that you should stay in your lane, unless an urgent situation requires you to change lanes.
You must avoid _________ while crossing railroad tracks.
STOPPING OR SHIFTING GEARS You must never begin to cross railroad tracks unless the tracks can be cleared without stopping. Never shift gears while crossing.
A red arrow at an intersection indicates that...
THE TURNING TRAFFIC MUST STOP A red arrow means turning traffic must stop. They must wait for the next green turn signal before making a turn.
When two vehicles meet on a steep mountain road where neither can pass, which vehicle has the right-of-way?
THE VEHICLE TRAVELLING UPHILL When two vehicles meet on a steep mountain road where neither can pass, the vehicle traveling downhill must yield the right-of-way by backing up until the vehicle going uphill can pass. The vehicle facing downhill has the greater amount of control when backing.
Drivers operating vehicles on a divided highway must _________ unless directed to do otherwise by a sign, traffic control device, or police officer.
TO THE RIGHT OF THE MEDIAN Drivers operating vehicles on a divided highway must drive to the right of the median. - unless directed to do otherwise by a sign, traffic control device, or police officer
If your vehicle is hit from the side, your body will be thrown..
TOWARD THE SIDE THAT IS HIT If your vehicle is hit from the side, your body will be thrown toward the side that is hit. When a vehicle is struck from the side, it quickly moves sideways. Everything in the car that is not secured, including the driver and passengers, will slide toward the point of crash, not away from it.
The right lane on a freeway should remain open for ________ as much as possible.
TRAFFIC ENTERING AND LEAVING THE FREEWAY If you are in the right lane, allow space for entering vehicles. The right lane should remain open for traffic entering and leaving the freeway as much as possible.
The eye test for the driver's license evaluates...
The eye test evaluates 1) acuity - how clearly you see; 2) peripheral vision - how far you can see to either side while looking straight ahead; 3) depth and color perception.
When approaching or driving through a work zone, you must not...
WEAVE FROM LANE TO LANE
