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What is the only effective way to reduce your Blood Alcohol Content (BAC)? A. Allow your body time to get rid of the alcohol B. Exercising C. Taking a cold shower D. Drinking coffee

A. Allow your body time to get rid of the alcohol

A motorist should be aware that all bicycles used after dark must have A. a front headlight and red rear reflector B. white reflectors on the front and rear fenders C. brake lights D. reflective handle bar grips

A. a front headlight and red rear reflector

What is the color and shape of the "slow moving vehicle" sign A. a triangular orange sign B. a circular green sign C. a rectangular yellow sign D. a square red sign

A. a triangular orange sign

You come to an intersection which has a flashing red light. You should A. come to a full stop, then go when safe to do so B. stop only if cars are approaching the intersection C. go through the intersection slowly D. stop only if cars are already in the intersection

A. come to a full stop, then go when safe to do so

A safe speed to drive your car A. depends on the weather and road conditions B. depends on the driving skills of the driver C. is at the posted speed limit D. is less than the posted speed limit

A. depends on the weather and road conditions

What are the colors of a sign which tells you the distance to the next exit of a highway A. green with white letters B. yellow with black letters C. black with white letters D. red with white letters

A. green with white letters

Drinking coffee after drinking alcohol A. has no effect on BAC B. increases BAC C. cancels the effect of the alcohol D. decreases BAC

A. has no effect on BAC

A blind person legally has the right-of-way when crossing the street when he is A. led by a seeing-eye dog, or using a white or metallic cane B. wearing dark-colored glasses C. helped by another person D. wearing light-colored clothing

A. led by a seeing-eye dog, or using a white or metallic cane

Road sign #3 on the Road Sign Examination Chart means A. merging traffic from the right B. one-way traffic C. intersection ahead D. highway curves ahead

A. merging traffic from the right

Road sign #9 on the Road Sign Examination Chart means A. road is slippery when wet B. winding road ahead C. do not drink and drive D. slow down

A. road is slippery when wet

You are waiting in the intersection to make a left turn. You should A. signal and keep your wheels straight B. drive around the rear of a car if it blocks you C. flash your headlights so the driver will let you get through D. signal and keep your wheels turned to the left

A. signal and keep your wheels straight

One of the rules of defensive driving is A. stay alert and keep your eyes moving B. look straight ahead as you drive C. expect that other drivers will make up for your errors D. be confident that you can avoid danger at the last minute

A. stay alert and keep your eyes moving

You come to an intersection which is blocked by other traffic. You should A. stay out of the intersection until you can pass through B. get as close as possible to the other car C. go slowly until the traffic ahead moves D. sound your horn to make the cars move up

A. stay out of the intersection until you can pass through

On long trips you can prevent drowsiness by A. stopping at regular intervals for a rest B. turning on your car radio C. slowing down so you can react better D. moving your eyes from side to side as your drive

A. stopping at regular intervals for a rest

A solid white line on the right edge of the highway slants intoward your left. this shows that A. the road gets narrower B. there is an intersection just ahead C. you are approaching a construction area D. you will be required to turn left just ahead

A. the road gets narrower

In comparing the alcohol content of a 12-ounce beer, 1 ounce of 80 proof whiskey, and 4 ounces of 24 proof wine A. these three contain almost the same amount of alcohol B. whiskey contains the most alcohol C. wine contains less alcohol D. beer contains less alcohol

A. these three contain almost the same amount of alcohol

You may pass another vehicle on the right if it is waiting to A. turn left B. park at the curb C. turn right D. turn into a driveway on the right

A. turn left

What is the best way to drive in the fog even during the daytime A. turn on your low beam headlights B. turn on your hazard lights C. turn on your high beam headlights D. turn your headlights off

A. turn on your low beam headlights

The driver's left arm and hand are extended upward. this hand signal means that the driver plans to A. turn right B. turn left C. go straight ahead D. come to a stop

A. turn right

When two vehicles enter an intersection from different streets at the same time, which vehicle must yield the right-of-way A. vehicle on the left B. neither one C. either one D. vehicle on the right

A. vehicle on the left

In which of the following situations is passing always forbidden A. when a pedestrian is in a crosswalk B. when you are on a one-way street which has two lanes C. when the vehicle ahead is going to park parallel to the curb D. when the vehicle ahead is making a left turn

A. when a pedestrian is in a crosswalk

You may cross a single solid white line in the highway A. when traffic conditions are favorable B. whenever you want to C. only to make U-turns D. only to turn into a driveway

A. when traffic conditions are favorable

When the road is marked with a broken white or yellow line on your side, you can cross these lines except A. when your vehicle will interfere with other traffic B. when passing on the right side on a one-way street C. to make a left turn into a driveway D. when a car in front of you is not moving because of mechanical failure

A. when your vehicle will interfere with other traffic

Which of the following is used on some highways to direct drivers into the proper lanes for turns A. white arrow in the middle of the lanes B. white lines on the side of the road C. flashing yellow light D. flashing red light

A. white arrow in the middle of the lanes

What should you do when you are going to enter a street from a driveway A. yield the right-of-way to street traffic and pedestrians B. stop with front of the car on the street to warn other drivers C. drive out fast to keep up with other cars D. blow your horn to warn cars on the street you are entering

A. yield the right-of-way to street traffic and pedestrians

Why is driving on a highway different from driving on an ordinary street A. you must think faster and handle your vehicle more effectively B. there is more of a tendency to tailgate C. there is more of a tendency to exceed the speed limit D. trucks have to go slower on the highways

A. you must think faster and handle your vehicle more effectively

When there is no posted speed limit on a New York State highway, what is the maximum speed you may drive A. 60 B. 55 C. 50 D. 65

B. 55

A chemical test is used to measure A. reaction time B. BAC C. driving ability D. vision

B. BAC

You are driving in the middle lane on a three-lane expressway, if a car passes you on the right, it is A. wrong because "pass on the left" is a firm rule B. OK if no signs forbid passing on the right C. OK as long as he does it on a limited access highway D. wrong because he's passing you in your "blind spot"

B. OK if no signs forbid passing on the right

Road sign #5 on the Road Sign Examination Chart is a warning that you are approaching A. an intersection B. a railroad crossing C. a blasting zone D. a crosswalk

B. a railroad crossing

As you near an intersection, the traffic light changes from green to yellow. Your best action would be to A. apply the brakes sharply to stop B. be prepared to stop before the intersection C. be prepared to stop in the center of the intersection D. speed up to beat the red light

B. be prepared to stop before the intersection

An intersection has a stop sign, crosswalk, but no stop line. You must stop A. 50 feet before the intersection B. before the crosswalk C. where you think the stop line would be D. with your front wheels in the crosswalk

B. before the crosswalk

What effect does mixing alcohol and drugs have on the blood A. does not effect driving skills B. both effect driving skills C. decreases the effect of drugs D. decreases the effect of alcohol

B. both effect driving skills

You have just left an expressway and are starting to drive on an ordinary highway. You should A. change gradually to the lower speed limit B. check your speedometer to keep at the lower speed limit C. check your tires for correct pressure D. stay twice as far behind other cars

B. check your speedometer to keep at the lower speed limit

When you want to make a right turn, you should be A. past the center of the intersection when you begin to turn B. close to the right side of the street C. close to the left side of the street D. near the center of the street

B. close to the right side of the street

Road sign #11 on the Road Sign Examination Chart means A. divided highway begins B. divided highway ends C. keep right D. One-way traffic ahead.

B. divided highway ends

If you drive past your exit on a highway, you should A. make a U-turn at the nearest emergency turn area B. drive to the next exit and leave the highway C. pull onto the shoulder, then back up to the exit D. make a U-turn at the next service area

B. drive to the next exit and leave the highway

A motorist approaching a bicyclist should A. swerve into the opposite lane B. exercise extreme caution C. proceed as usual D. speed up to pass him

B. exercise extreme caution

If a tire blows out, the proper thing to do is to A. speed up to gain traction and pull to the right B. hold the steering wheel tightly, ease up on the gas C. after applying the brake, shift into neutral D. shift into neutral and apply the brake

B. hold the steering wheel tightly, ease up on the gas

Road sign #16 on the Road Sign Examination Chart means A. hotel ahead to the right B. hospital ahead to the right C. highway ends ahead to the right D. hiking trails ahead to the right

B. hospital ahead to the right

A bicyclist differs from a motorist in that he isn't required to A. follow all traffic control signs B. insure his vehicle C. signal all turns D. obey the same traffic laws

B. insure his vehicle

What does alcohol do to your driving skills and judgment A. it has no effect on either driving skills or judgment B. it harms both driving skills and judgment C. it has not effect on judgment, but it harms driving skills D. it helps your driving skills, but harms your judgment

B. it harms both driving skills and judgment

Minimum speed signs are designed to A. assure pedestrian safety B. keep traffic flowing smoothly C. test future traffic signal needs D. show current local road conditions

B. keep traffic flowing smoothly

Road sign #10 on the Road Sign Examination Chart means A. U-turn prohibited B. left-turn prohibited C. a sign for trucks on the left side D. all traffic must make a left turn

B. left-turn prohibited

Road sign #7 on the Road Sign Examination Chart means A. hiking trails ahead B. school crossing ahead C. pedestrians only D. intersection ahead

B. school crossing ahead

On a road which has no sidewalks, a pedestrian should walk on the A. side of the road which has the heaviest traffic B. side of the road facing traffic C. side of the road which has the lightest traffic D. same side of the road in which traffic is moving

B. side of the road facing traffic

Road sign #2 on the Road Sign Examination Chart means A. pull over to the curb until it is safe to proceed B. slow down, check for traffic, and be ready to stop C. there are cars merging from the left D. you are approaching an intersection

B. slow down, check for traffic, and be ready to stop

Road sign #6 on the Road Sign Examination Chart means A. keep within speed limit B. traffic lights ahead C. drive at your current speed D. must stop ahead

B. traffic lights ahead

You must yield the right-of-way to an approaching vehicle when you are A. going straight ahead B. turning left C. already in an intersection D. already in a traffic circle

B. turning left

What does a "no parking" sign mean A. you may leave your vehicle unattended for less than 5 minutes B. you may stop temporarily to load or unload passengers C. you may never stop your vehicle there D. you may park there if the driver rains in the vehicle

B. you may stop temporarily to load or unload passengers

Blood Alcohol Content (BAC) depends mostly on the amount of alcohol you consume and A. how much you eat before drinking B. your body weight C. how much exercise you get after drinking D. your age

B. your body weight

Road sign #15 on the Road Sign Examination Chart means A. standing prohibited B. left-turn prohibited C. U-turn prohibited D. detour ahead

C. U-turn prohibited

Which of the following must you obey over the other three A. a stop sign B. a steady red light C. a police officer D. a flashing red light

C. a police officer

Which of the follow statements is false about BAC (Blood Alcohol Content)? A. the "breathalyzer" is a test of a person's BAC B. a chemical test for BAC is not needed for an alcohol conviction C. after drinking--fresh air, coffee or food will lower your BAC D. BAC levels are not reduced by a person's physical fitness

C. after drinking--fresh air, coffee or food will lower your BAC

When is the proper time to signal that you are making a right turn at an intersection A. at least 50 feet before the turn B. as soon as you see cars behind you C. at least 100 feet before the turn D. as soon as you get to the intersection

C. at least 100 feet before the turn

What should a driver do if he is taking non-prescription drugs A. drink alcohol instead B. keep driving C. before driving, read the label on the drugs D. drive only during the daytime

C. before driving, read the label on the drugs

When you get ready to leave a highway, you should begin to use your turn signal A. when you see cars behind you in the exit lane B. just as you get to the exit lane C. before you reach the exit lane D. once you are in the exit lane

C. before you reach the exit lane

What are the colors of the warning signs that indicate hazards ahead, such as curves in the road or narrow bridges A. black letters or symbols on a white background B. white letters or symbols on a green background C. black letters or symbols on a yellow background D. white letters or symbols on a blue background

C. black letters or symbols on a yellow background

Road sign #14 on the Road Sign Examination Chart means A. trucks must slow down B. trucks ahead C. hill ahead D. truck-stop ahead

C. hill ahead

When the road is marked with a solid yellow line and a broken yellowline is on your side, you may pass A. only during an emergency B. only on a highway C. if traffic is clear D. only at an intersection

C. if traffic is clear

While driving at night, what is the best way of decreasing brightness from the headlights of oncoming traffic A. drive while looking slightly beneath the steering wheel B. turn on your interior lights C. look to the right side of your present lane D. wear sunglasses

C. look to the right side of your present lane

Road sign #12 on the Road Sign Examination Chart means A. road construction ahead B. parking lot ahead C. one-way street ahead or highway exit, so do not enter D. dead end

C. one-way street ahead or highway exit, so do not enter

Seat belts can be most effective as injury-preventive devices when they are worn by A. the driver B. passengers when they are on a long drive C. passengers and the driver whenever they are in the car D. all occupants of a car being driven on a highway

C. passengers and the driver whenever they are in the car

What does a flashing yellow light mean A. come to a full stop B. merging traffic C. proceed with caution D. pedestrian crossing

C. proceed with caution

When braking on a slippery road you should A. shift into neutral and not use the brake B. shift to a lower gear and not use the brake C. pump the brake with light taps D. apply the brake firmly

C. pump the brake with light taps

Expressways have "Expressway Entrance Lanes" (acceleration lanes) so that drivers can A. stop at the end to wait for a traffic opening B. test the pickup of their cars C. reach the proper speed before merging with traffic D. test their brakes before entering an expressway

C. reach the proper speed before merging with traffic

A motorist should know that a bicyclist operating on a roadway must A. ride on the side of the road facing traffic B. ride on either side of the road C. ride on the extreme right side of the road D. ride on the side of the road with the least traffic

C. ride on the extreme right side of the road

Road sign #1 on the Road Sign Examination Chart means A. there is a car merging from the right B. a winding road ahead C. right lane ends--keep left D. there is a median in the highway ahead

C. right lane ends--keep left

A diamond-shaped sign is a A. interstate route sign B. school crossing sign C. road hazard sign D. speed limit sign

C. road hazard sign

After you have passed a car, you should return to the right lane when you A. see the other car's headlights come on B. have turned your headlights on C. see the front bumper of the other car in your mirror D. have put your signal on

C. see the front bumper of the other car in your mirror

A red and white triangular sign at an intersection means A. look both ways as you cross the intersection B. always come to a full stop at the intersection C. slow down and be prepared to stop if necessary D. slow down if an emergency vehicle is approaching

C. slow down and be prepared to stop if necessary

A rectangular-shaped sign is a A. stop sign B. railroad crossing sign C. speed limit sign D. school crossing sign

C. speed limit sign

Your car starts to skid on a slippery road, you should A. steer away from the direction of the skid B. brake quickly and keep the wheel straight C. steer gently into the direction of the skid D. lock your brake until you come to a full stop

C. steer gently into the direction of the skid

The driver's left arm and hand are extended downward. this hand signal means that the driver plans to A. turn left B. start up C. stop D. turn right

C. stop

After you finished parallel parking between two other cars, assuming that the street is level, what should you do A. move as far forward in the space as possible B. leave your front wheels turned toward the curb C. straighten your front wheels and leave room between cars D. make sure your car almost touches the car behind you

C. straighten your front wheels and leave room between cars

You may cross a double solid yellow line A. to pass a car if it is safe B. to pass a slow-moving truck C. to turn into a driveway D. none of the above

C. to turn into a driveway

If your brake pedal suddenly sinks to the floor, you should A. shift into neutral and shut off the engine B. apply the parking brake hard to stop the car C. try to pump it to build up the pressure D. try to raise it by hooking your toe under it

C. try to pump it to build up the pressure

You want to turn left at an intersection. the light is green, oncoming traffic is heavy. You should A. take the right-of-way since you have the green light B. wait at the crosswalk for traffic to clear C. wait in the intersection for the oncoming traffic to clear D. make a left at the next intersection

C. wait in the intersection for the oncoming traffic to clear

A traffic light which has a green and a red arrow means A. you may only drive straight ahead B. you must wait for a green light C. you may drive only in the direction of the green arrow D. vehicles moving in any direction must stop

C. you may drive only in the direction of the green arrow

What does a "no standing" sign mean A. you may never stop your vehicle there B. you may stop to load or unload merchandise C. you may stop temporarily to pick up or discharge passengers D. you may park if the driver rains in the vehicle

C. you may stop temporarily to pick up or discharge passengers

In this state, what BAC (Blood Alcohol Content) is equal to being intoxicated? A. 0.03% B. 0.20% C. 0.05% D. 0.08%

D. 0.08%

How long does it take for your body to dispose of the alcohol contained in 12 ounces of beer A. 24 hours B. 5 hours C. 5 minutes D. 1 hour

D. 1 hour

What does sign #4 on the Road Sign Examination Chart mean A. Slow down and prepare to stop only if cars are approaching you B. proceed carefully through the intersection, not always stopping C. Stop only for traffic on an intersection road D. Come to a full stop, then go when it is safe to do so

D. Come to a full stop, then go when it is safe to do so

When your right wheels run onto a soft shoulder, what is the best way to get back on the highway? A. Apply the brakes firmly and steer gently to the left B. Apply the brakes firmly and stop completely C. Steer hard to the left and then gently to the right D. Take your foot off the gas and steer gently to the left

D. Take your foot off the gas and steer gently to the left

Alcohol does which of the following A. impairs judging distance B. impairs reaction time C. impairs vision D. all of the above

D. all of the above

What are the consequences that can result from driving under the influence of alcohol or other drugs A. driver license revocation B. mandatory fine C. possible imprisonment D. all of the above

D. all of the above

What other kinds of drugs effect your driving ability besides alcohol A. cold medicine B. marijuana C. allergy medicine D. all of the above

D. all of the above

You have the right-of-way when you are A. leaving a parking space B. entering a traffic circle C. backing out of a private driveway D. already in a traffic circle

D. already in a traffic circle

Which of the following statements applies to all driving emergency situations A. apply your brake immediately B. your first reaction is the best reaction C. slow down gradually D. don't panic

D. don't panic

When driving at night, it is most important for you to A. be ready to brake more quickly B. watch for cars at intersections C. use your high beams at all times D. drive within the range of your headlights

D. drive within the range of your headlights

You may never park A. at the entrance of a building B. on a one-way street C. within 50 feet of a fire hydrant D. in a crosswalk

D. in a crosswalk

You are making a left turn from a two-way street into a one-way street. When you have completed the turn, your car should be A. in the lane with the less traffic B. in the center of the street C. in the right lane of the street D. in the left lane of the street

D. in the left lane of the street

Road sign #8 on the Road Sign Examination Chart means A. two-way street ahead B. one-way street ahead C. end of median highway D. keep right

D. keep right

In general, you should pass vehicles going in the same direction as you are going A. only if the other driver signals it is safe B. on their right C. whenever you have the opportunity to do so D. on their left

D. on their left

You drive along a street and hear a siren. You cannot immediately see the emergency vehicle. You should A. keep driving until you see the vehicle B. slow down but don't stop until you see it C. speed up and turn at the next intersection D. pull over to the curb until you are sure it's not on your street

D. pull over to the curb until you are sure it's not on your street

When you want to overtake and pass another vehicle, you should A. wait for a signal from the other driver B. stay close behind the vehicle so you need less time to pass C. change lanes quickly so the other driver will see you D. signal and pass when safe to do so

D. signal and pass when safe to do so

The car behind you wants to pass. You should A. maintain your speed so traffic will flow smoothly B. blow your horn to allow him to pass C. pull over to the right and allow him to pass D. slow down slightly and stay in your lane

D. slow down slightly and stay in your lane

Night driving is dangerous because A. more vehicles are on the road at night B. some traffic signs are less visible at night C. street lights tend to blur our vision D. the distance we can see ahead is reduced

D. the distance we can see ahead is reduced

Drinking alcohol and driving is A. safe if you only have a few drinks B. only dangerous to the driver who drinks C. a minor traffic problem D. the number one traffic safety problem

D. the number one traffic safety problem

Road sign #13 on the Road Sign Examination Chart means A. median highway ahead B. four-lane road ahead C. intersection ahead D. two-way street ahead

D. two-way street ahead

You are getting on a highway which has a very short entrance lane. the safest way for you to enter the flow of traffic would be to A. get up to cruising speed gradually so other cars will see you B. use as much ramp as possible to get up to cruising speed C. use the left lane of the highway to get up to cruising speed D. wait for a large gap in traffic, then speed up quickly

D. wait for a large gap in traffic, then speed up quickly

You want to back out of your driveway. You see children playing nearby. Before you start to move your car you should A. sound your horn so the children will hear you B. tell the children to stay away from the driveway C. race your motor to warn the children that you are moving D. walk to the back of the car to be sure the way is clear

D. walk to the back of the car to be sure the way is clear

If you are parked parallel to the curb, you may get out of the car on the traffic side A. when the traffic light turns red B. during the daytime when other drivers can see you C. if you use your hazard lights D. when you won't interfere with oncoming vehicles

D. when you won't interfere with oncoming vehicles

What does it mean when a school bus is stopped and its red lights areflashing? A. you may pass if it is on the other side of a divided highway B. you may pass if no children are on the road C. you may not pass if you are behind it D. you may not pass while the lights flash

D. you may not pass while the lights flash

What will happen to your driver's license if you refuse to take a chemical test (breath or blood)? A. you will not be arrested as a drunk driver B. there is no evidence of drunk driving C. neither of the above D. your license will be revoked

D. your license will be revoked