Nevada DMV Knowledge Practice Test

Practice Test 19

01/45

1.“Highway hypnosis” is a driving condition that can result from:

Staring at the roadway for long periods of time.

Frequent rest stops.

Too much sleep the night before your trip.

Short trips on expressways.

Correct! Wrong!

Progress
01 /45

Practice Test 19

02/45

2.When you are in a line of traffic that is crossing a railroad track that has no signals or gates:

You have the right-of-way and do not need to check for trains.

You may pass slower drivers while crossing the track.

You need to make sure there is space for your vehicle to get all the way across the tracks without stopping.

All of the above

Correct! Wrong!

Progress
02 /45

Practice Test 19

03/45

3.You come to an intersection with a flashing red light. You must:

Turn either right or left, since the road is blocked ahead.

Stop at the intersection and wait for a flashing green light.

Stop at the intersection, then proceed as traffic allows.

None of the above

Correct! Wrong!

Progress
03 /45

Practice Test 19

04/45

4.This road sign means:

Your current roadway ends ahead.

You must bear either right or left.

A four-way intersection is ahead.

A road joins from the right.

Correct! Wrong!

Progress
04 /45

Practice Test 19

05/45

5.If you need to stop quickly and your vehicle is not equipped with an Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS), you should:

Hold down the brake pedal.

Firmly pump your brakes.

Lightly tap the brakes.

Release the brake pedal.

Correct! Wrong!

Progress
05 /45

Practice Test 19

06/45

6.When driving on an interstate:

Stop on the shoulder of the road if you are tired.

You should always use cruise control.

Signal, check mirrors, and check blind spots before changing lanes.

You should change lanes often.

Correct! Wrong!

Progress
06 /45

Practice Test 19

07/45

7.When you hear a fire engine siren behind you, you must:

Slow down until it passes you.

Drive with your flashers on.

Pull over to the side of the road and stop.

Speed up and take the nearest exit.

Correct! Wrong!

Progress
07 /45

Practice Test 19

08/45

8.You are waiting in the intersection to complete a left turn. You should:

Signal and keep your wheels turned to the left.

Signal and keep your wheels straight.

Flash your headlights so drivers will let you through.

Drive around the rear of a car if it blocks you.

Correct! Wrong!

Progress
08 /45

Practice Test 19

09/45

9.It is important to be alert to motorcycles because:

They are more difficult to see than cars.

They rarely use their headlights.

Motorcyclists are less skilled drivers than other motorists.

All of the above.

Correct! Wrong!

Progress
09 /45

Practice Test 19

010/45

10.When you need to change lanes, it is important to:

Signal your intentions ahead of the lane change.

Check your blind spot.

Make sure the lane is clear before entering.

All of the above.

Correct! Wrong!

Progress
010 /45

Practice Test 19

011/45

11.A flashing yellow light at an intersection means that you should:

Slow down and proceed with care.

Continue normally through the intersection.

Stop and proceed when a green light appears.

Stop and proceed when the way is clear.

Correct! Wrong!

Progress
011 /45

Practice Test 19

012/45

12.Signs that are colored orange are:

Work zone signs.

Regulatory signs.

School zone signs.

Guide signs.

Correct! Wrong!

Progress
012 /45

Practice Test 19

013/45

13.You are entering a crowded freeway. What should you do to merge into traffic?

Use your side and rearview mirrors and check your blind spots.

Use the acceleration lane to adjust your speed to match the speed of freeway traffic.

Yield to traffic already on the freeway.

All of the above.

Correct! Wrong!

Progress
013 /45

Practice Test 19

014/45

14.If you experience a tire blowout:

Take your foot of the gas.

Do not immediately use your brakes.

Gradually slow down and pull off the side of the road.

All of the above.

Correct! Wrong!

Progress
014 /45

Practice Test 19

015/45

15.Driving at night requires increased caution because:

Traffic moves faster at night.

There is a larger volume of traffic at night.

Drivers cannot see as well at night.

Accidents occur more frequently at night.

Correct! Wrong!

Progress
015 /45

Practice Test 19

016/45

16.What color are pavement markings that separate traffic lanes moving in opposite direction?

Yellow

White

Yellow and white

Yellow, white, and black

Correct! Wrong!

Progress
016 /45

Practice Test 19

017/45

17.Railroad crossings should always be considered:

Safe to cross, as it is unlikely that a train will be coming.

Dangerous.

Safe locations to park a car.

Correct! Wrong!

Progress
017 /45

Practice Test 19

018/45

18.If an officer is directing traffic at a working traffic light, drivers should:

Follow the directions indicated by the traffic light.

Honk at the officer.

Follow the directions given by the officer.

Check to see what the cars next to them are doing.

Correct! Wrong!

Progress
018 /45

Practice Test 19

019/45

19.You approach an emergency vehicle that is stopped with

Slow down. If possible, change lanes so you will not drive next to the stopped emergency vehicle.

Drive to the right side of the road and stop.

Stay in your lane and continue to drive at the same speed.

Accelerate to quickly pass the stopped vehicle.

Correct! Wrong!

Progress
019 /45

Practice Test 19

020/45

20.Motorcycles are entitled to:

The same full lane width as other motor vehicles.

Half the width of a lane.

The width of the sidewalk.

Correct! Wrong!

Progress
020 /45

Practice Test 19

021/45

21.You are driving on a divided multilane highway and see or hear the signal of an approaching emergency vehicle. You should:

Disregard the signal if there are other lanes available for the emergency vehicle.

Stop as quickly as you can.

Slow down, move your vehicle to provide a clear path for the emergency vehicle, and stop.

Increase your speed to get out of the way of the emergency vehicle.

Correct! Wrong!

Progress
021 /45

Practice Test 19

022/45

22.When changing lanes, you should:

Rely on your mirrors.

Begin signaling as you move into the next lane.

Signal at least 500 feet before your lane change when driving on residential streets.

Always check your blind spot.

Correct! Wrong!

Progress
022 /45

Practice Test 19

023/45

23.To drive safely at night, you should:

Increase your following distance.

Not drive if you are tired.

Make sure your headlights are working properly.

All of the above.

Correct! Wrong!

Progress
023 /45

Practice Test 19

024/45

24.This sign means:

U-turns are prohibited.

U-turns are permitted.

Winding road ahead.

Sharp left turn ahead.

Correct! Wrong!

Progress
024 /45

Practice Test 19

025/45

25.You must pull over to the edge of the road and allow an emergency vehicle to pass:

Regardless of your direction.

Only if it is following you.

Only if it is approaching you from the opposite direction.

None of the above.

Correct! Wrong!

Progress
025 /45

Practice Test 19

026/45

26.If your wheels drop off the pavement and onto the shoulder of the road, you should:

Brake hard and turn sharply back onto the pavement.

Stop your car on the edge of the road.

Slow down and very carefully turn back onto the pavement.

Maintain your speed and turn sharply back onto the pavement.

Correct! Wrong!

Progress
026 /45

Practice Test 19

027/45

27.Your blind spot is the area of the road:

You cannot see without moving your head.

Directly behind your vehicle.

You see in your rearview mirror.

You see in your side mirror.

Correct! Wrong!

Progress
027 /45

Practice Test 19

028/45

28.To check your blind spot before changing lanes:

Look into the left side mirror.

Look into the right side mirror.

Look into the rearview mirror.

Look over your shoulder in the direction you plan to move.

Correct! Wrong!

Progress
028 /45

Practice Test 19

029/45

29.What should you do with loose objects in your motor vehicle?

Place them on the back seat.

Place them on the dashboard.

Secure them to avoid additional driving hazards.

Keep them on a back shelf in your vehicle.

Correct! Wrong!

Progress
029 /45

Practice Test 19

030/45

30.When approaching railroad tracks, you should:

Speed up to cross the tracks before the gate is lowered.

Look, listen, slow down, and be prepared to stop.

Try to drive around a lowered gate.

Not pay attention to how many tracks there are to cross.

Correct! Wrong!

Progress
030 /45

Practice Test 19

031/45

31.From top to bottom, the following is the proper order for traffic lights:

Green, red, yellow.

Red, green, yellow.

Green, yellow, red.

Red, yellow, green.

Correct! Wrong!

Progress
031 /45

Practice Test 19

032/45

32.A seat belt should be adjusted so that it:

Is loose.

Is buckled snugly across your hip bones and lower abdomen.

Is hidden beneath the seat.

Keeps the seat belt buzzer or light from operating.

Correct! Wrong!

Progress
032 /45

Practice Test 19

033/45

33.What are the colors of signs that tell you the distance to the next exit on a highway?

Yellow with black letters

Black with white letters

Red with white letters

Green with white letters

Correct! Wrong!

Progress
033 /45

Practice Test 19

034/45

34.A yellow light that flashes on and off means:

Stop and look for other vehicles, then go if there is no traffic.

Stop and wait for a green light.

Speed up to clear the intersection quickly.

Slow down and proceed with caution.

Correct! Wrong!

Progress
034 /45

Practice Test 19

035/45

35.When two vehicles arrive to an intersection at the same time, which one has the right-of-way when no signs or signals indicate rules?

The car approaching from the right has the right-of-way.

The car approaching from the left has the right-of-way.

The car in which the driver sounds his horn first has the right-of-way.

The car that is traveling the fastest has the right-of-way.

Correct! Wrong!

Progress
035 /45

Practice Test 19

036/45

36.When driving on major highways:

Stay alert.

Keep your eyes moving.

Be ready to react to road hazards.

All of the above.

Correct! Wrong!

Progress
036 /45

Practice Test 19

037/45

37.What is a "No zone?"

A designated no passing zone

A one-way traffic area

The blind spot of a large vehicle

An area designated for motor vehicles

Correct! Wrong!

Progress
037 /45

Practice Test 19

038/45

38.If a crossing guard is directing traffic in a school zone, you must:

Follow the directions given by the crossing guard.

Copy what surrounding traffic is doing, despite the crossing guard's instructions.

Assume the guard is not supposed to be directing traffic.

Follow rules that would be in place if no children were present.

Correct! Wrong!

Progress
038 /45

Practice Test 19

039/45

39.What does an orange-colored sign indicate?

The start of a no passing zone.

A railroad crossing is ahead.

A school zone is ahead.

The presence of construction work.

Correct! Wrong!

Progress
039 /45

Practice Test 19

040/45

40.On a freeway, you realize you missed your turn or exit. You should:

Make the turn quickly from your lane of travel.

Stop and back up.

Continue driving until you reach the next turn, exit, or other location where you can safely turn around.

Signal other drivers to stop so you can turn.

Correct! Wrong!

Progress
040 /45

Practice Test 19

041/45

41.You may not park within ____ of a crosswalk.

10 feet

20 feet

30 feet

40 feet

Correct! Wrong!

Progress
041 /45

Practice Test 19

042/45

42.This road sign means:

No passing zone.

Winding road.

Pedestrian crossing.

Low ground railroad crossing.

Correct! Wrong!

Progress
042 /45

Practice Test 19

043/45

43.Which of the following lights indicates that you should slow down and proceed with caution at an intersection?

A flashing yellow light

A flashing red light

A solid yellow light

A solid red light

Correct! Wrong!

Progress
043 /45

Practice Test 19

044/45

44.How can you verify that you are stopped behind a vehicle at a safe distance?

You can read its license plate.

You can see the ground under the vehicle's rear wheels.

You can read its bumper stickers.

You can count the number of passengers in the vehicle.

Correct! Wrong!

Progress
044 /45

Practice Test 19

045/45

45.A “No stopping” sign means that, unless directed to do so by a police officer, you may stop only:

Long enough to unload packages.

To avoid conflict with other traffic.

To discharge passengers.

For less than five minutes.

Correct! Wrong!

Sign Up/Sign In now to view your test results

Sign In

Sign Up to Unlock more Questions

Practice Test 19

01/45

1.“Highway hypnosis” is a driving condition that can result from:

Progress 01 /45

Practice Test 19

02/45

2.When you are in a line of traffic that is crossing a railroad track that has no signals or gates:

Progress 02 /45

Practice Test 19

03/45

3.You come to an intersection with a flashing red light. You must:

Progress 03 /45

Practice Test 19

04/45

4.This road sign means:

Progress 04 /45

Practice Test 19

05/45

5.If you need to stop quickly and your vehicle is not equipped with an Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS), you should:

Progress 05 /45

Practice Test 19

06/45

6.When driving on an interstate:

Progress 06 /45

Practice Test 19

07/45

7.When you hear a fire engine siren behind you, you must:

Progress 07 /45

Practice Test 19

08/45

8.You are waiting in the intersection to complete a left turn. You should:

Progress 08 /45

Practice Test 19

09/45

9.It is important to be alert to motorcycles because:

Progress 09 /45

Practice Test 19

010/45

10.When you need to change lanes, it is important to:

Progress 010 /45

Practice Test 19

011/45

11.A flashing yellow light at an intersection means that you should:

Progress 011 /45

Practice Test 19

012/45

12.Signs that are colored orange are:

Progress 012 /45

Practice Test 19

013/45

13.You are entering a crowded freeway. What should you do to merge into traffic?

Progress 013 /45

Practice Test 19

014/45

14.If you experience a tire blowout:

Progress 014 /45

Practice Test 19

015/45

15.Driving at night requires increased caution because:

Progress 015 /45

Practice Test 19

016/45

16.What color are pavement markings that separate traffic lanes moving in opposite direction?

Progress 016 /45

Practice Test 19

017/45

17.Railroad crossings should always be considered:

Progress 017 /45

Practice Test 19

018/45

18.If an officer is directing traffic at a working traffic light, drivers should:

Progress 018 /45

Practice Test 19

019/45

19.You approach an emergency vehicle that is stopped with

Progress 019 /45

Practice Test 19

Progress
01 /45

Progress
02 /45

Progress
03 /45

Progress
04 /45

Progress
05 /45

Progress
06 /45

Progress
07 /45

Progress
08 /45

Progress
09 /45

Progress
010 /45

Progress
011 /45

Progress
012 /45

Progress
013 /45

Progress
014 /45

Progress
015 /45

Progress
016 /45

Progress
017 /45

Progress
018 /45

Progress
019 /45

Progress
020 /45

Progress
021 /45

Progress
022 /45

Progress
023 /45

Progress
024 /45

Progress
025 /45

Progress
026 /45

Progress
027 /45

Progress
028 /45

Progress
029 /45

Progress
030 /45

Progress
031 /45

Progress
032 /45

Progress
033 /45

Progress
034 /45

Progress
035 /45

Progress
036 /45