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1.A driver should be extra alert to motorcyclists, bicyclists, and pedestrians because

They’re difficult to see in traffic.

They obey different traffic laws than larger motor vehicles

They always have the right-of-way

They don’t have rearview mirrors

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2.A solid white line down the center of a two-lane road indicates

Lanes are moving in opposite directions and drivers are not permitted to pass.

Lanes are moving in opposite directions and drivers are permitted to pass when it is safe to do so

Lanes are moving in the same direction and drivers are not permitted to pass.

Lanes are moving in the same direction and drivers are permitted to pass when it is safe to do so

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3.This road sign means:

Sharp turn to the right

Double curve

Winding road.

Pavement ends

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4.A child under the age of ____ may not ride in the front seat of a vehicle.

17

18

19

13

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5.If you change addresses, you must notify the Department of Licensing

Within 10 days.

Within 30 days

At the next renewal.

Whenever your license address doesn’t match your checkbook address.

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6.If your car starts to skid, turn your steering wheel:

To keep the front wheels straight

In the direction you want the vehicle to go

In the opposite direction of the skid

In any direction. It doesn't matter

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7.When driving on slippery roads, you should:

Use alternate routes.

Drive as you would on dry roads.

Increase your following distance

Avoid crossing bridges or intersections

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8.If you want to get off the freeway but you have missed your exit, you should:

Go to the next exit.

Make a U-turn through the median.

Pull onto the shoulder and back your car to the exit

Flag down a police officer for an escort back to your exit

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9.If you are driving a slow-moving vehicle in a no passing zone on a road with two lanes traveling in opposite directions, you should pull over to let others pass if:

One vehicle is behind you

Two or more vehicles form a line behind you and it’s unsafe for them to pass.

Five or more vehicles form a line behind you and it’s unsafe for them to pass

The road is posted with slow-moving vehicle signs.

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10.While driving on a two-lane road without bicycle lanes, you encounter a bicyclist traveling in the same direction. What is the safest way to pass the bicyclist?

Slow down and wait until there is no traffic approaching, then pass the bicyclist while leaving him or her sufficient space

Continue driving straight. It is the bicyclist’s responsibility to get out of your way.

Do not pass the bicyclist until you come to a traffic signal or stop sign.

Honk at the bicyclist to let him or her know you are about to pass

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11.Drowsy drivers:

Should drink strong black coffee to stay awake.

Can drive so poorly that they may appear to be drunk.

Can stay alert by opening a window and turning up the radio.

Are usually only older drivers

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12.At an uncontrolled intersection, you must

Take the right-of-way cautiously.

Wait for other drivers to signal for you to go

Slow down and yield to any vehicle already in the intersection and to the drivers who arrived before you.

Speed up and clear the intersection quickly

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13.You may cross solid yellow lines:

To pass traffic moving in the same direction

During daylight hours only

At any time.

When making turns.

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14.Defensive driving is:

Identifying dangerous driving situations and taking action to avoid accidents

Defending yourself against poor drivers by getting ahead of them in traffic

Following the vehicle ahead of you at a close distance

Quickly changing lanes and shifting in and out of traffic congestion.

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15.What does a single dashed white line separating traffic mean?

Drivers may pass, even if it could be dangerous

Lanes move in opposite directions.

Drivers may not pass.

Drivers may pass if it is safe to do so.

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16.When dealing with pedestrians, a driver must:

Make sure the pedestrian is aware of their vehicle.

Always yield the right-of-way, even if the pedestrian is in the wrong.

Yield the right-of-way only when the pedestrian is legally entitled to it.

Slow down and sound their horn near a crosswalk.

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17.An approaching driver fails to dim their high beam headlights. Where should you look?

At the wheels of the approaching vehicle.

Toward the right side of the road

Toward the left side of the road

Straight down the middle of the road

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18.When driving past a vehicle that has just stopped in a parked position on the side of the road, you should:

Assume that the driver will open the car door as you approach.

Speed up.

Slam on your brakes.

Assume that the driver will wait for you to pass before opening the door.

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19.When driving in traffic, it is safest to:

Fluctuate your speed to keep alert.

Drive faster than the flow of traffic

Drive slower than the flow of traffic

Drive with the flow of traffic.

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20.When the road is marked with a solid yellow line and a broken yellow line, with the broken line next to your lane, you may pass:

Only in an emergency.

If you are on an expressway.

If traffic is clear.

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21.When you see other drivers around you acting or reacting in anger:

Don’t make eye contact.

Don't react with hand gestures.

Distance yourself from the situation.

All of these.

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22.Which of the following commonly causes traffic accidents?

Inattentive driving

Excessive speed under the driving conditions

Following other vehicles too closely

All of the above

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23.If you drink alcohol socially, what helps ensure safe driving?

Drink coffee before driving.

Ride home with a friend who has not been drinking.

Take a cold shower before driving

Stop drinking one half hour before driving

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24.On a sidewalk or in a crosswalk, bicyclists should ride slowly and

Don’t need to give an audible signal before passing any pedestrian

Yield the right-of-way to any pedestrian

Take the right-of-way without yielding to pedestrians

Don’t need to do everything possible to avoid colliding with a pedestrian.

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25.When approaching a railroad crossing warning sign:

Be ready to drive faster than the train.

Be prepared to stop if a train is nearby.

Look for a way around any lowered gates

Assume no trains are nearby and continue driving normally

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26.If you need to drive in foggy weather:

Turn on your low beam headlights

Turn on your hazard lights.

It is okay to drive at the maximum speed limit

Do not drive at a speed above 10 miles per hour.

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27.To enter a freeway:

Signal, yield to existing traffic, and enter at the same speed that traffic is moving.

Signal and enter the freeway. Freeway traffic must yield.

Drive slowly so you can check traffic

Always come to a complete stop first.

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28.You may avoid the risks of alcohol-related crashes by

Deciding before you start drinking that you are not going to drive

Simply saying, "No thanks, I'm driving," if someone offers you a drink.

Calling a taxi.

Doing any of the above.

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29.You are involved in an accident. You should:

Stop immediately

Help the injured

Call the police

All of the above

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30.If you see side-by-side red lights flashing at a railroad crossing, you must

Signal before going any further.

Maintain your speed and cross the railroad

Slow down

Stop

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31.Always signal when

Changing lanes.

Pulling into or out of a parking space.

Pulling into traffic from a parking area or alley.

All of the above.

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32.When you approach a railroad crossing without flashing warning signals or crossing gates, you should:

Cross the tracks immediately and as quickly as possible.

Always stop before crossing the tracks.

Prepare to yield to any train at the crossing.

Speed up to beat any oncoming train.

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33.When driving at high speeds, always allow enough room to safely stop in emergencies by staying at least

One second behind the vehicle in front of you.

Four seconds behind the vehicle in front of you

Two seconds behind the vehicle in front of you.

Ten seconds behind the vehicle in front of you.

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34.Generally, how many alcoholic drinks will the human body get rid of each hour?

Half a drink.

One drink.

3 drink.

2 drink.

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35.you stop along the road at night:

Turn off all your lights.

Use your parking lights only.

Use your headlights only.

Turn on your emergency flashers and leave your low beams turned on

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36.This road sign means:

A steep grade is ahead

You must turn left ahead

Do not enter.

A four-way intersection is ahead

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37.Distracted driving may be caused by:

Eating, drinking, or smoking.

Talking or texting on a cellular phone

Changing a radio station or CD

All of the above.

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38.Which statement about speed is true?

Driving too slowly on certain highways can be dangerous

Speeding can kill.

Speeding is not dangerous if you are a skilled driver

Both "Driving too slowly on certain highways can be dangerous" and "Speeding can kill.

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39.You approach an emergency vehicle that is stopped with its lights flashing. You must:

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.

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40.Which of the following statements is true?

Signal at least 100 feet before changing lanes to pass and ensure there is no oncoming traffic

Use your mirrors and look over your left shoulder to check your blind spot when passing to the left

When passing, wait until you can see both headlights of the passed car in your rearview mirror before returning to your original lane.

All of the above.

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41.Night driving can be more difficult than driving during the day because

Cars overheat more quickly at night

Visibility is reduced in the dark.

It is more likely to be raining at night

You are more likely to encounter a motorcycle at night.

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42.This road sign means

Turn right after making a complete stop.

Right turns are not permitted

Left turns are permitted.

None of the above.

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43.If you need to slow down while driving on a slippery road, the first thing you should do is:

Firmly apply your brakes

Take your foot off the gas pedal.

Apply your parking brake.

Pump your brakes.

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44.When driving on a road with two lanes traveling in opposite directions:

You may drive in either lane

Use the lane with the least traffic.

Use the right lane, except when you’re legally passing another vehicle.

You may use the left lane if you’re going to turn left.

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45.This road sign means:

Slow down or stop.

Stop, if necessary.

You must come to a complete stop.

Correct! Wrong!

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3.This road sign means:

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4.A child under the age of ____ may not ride in the front seat of a vehicle.

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5.If you change addresses, you must notify the Department of Licensing

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6.If your car starts to skid, turn your steering wheel:

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7.When driving on slippery roads, you should:

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8.If you want to get off the freeway but you have missed your exit, you should:

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9.If you are driving a slow-moving vehicle in a no passing zone on a road with two lanes traveling in opposite directions, you should pull over to let others pass if:

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10.While driving on a two-lane road without bicycle lanes, you encounter a bicyclist traveling in the same direction. What is the safest way to pass the bicyclist?

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11.Drowsy drivers:

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12.At an uncontrolled intersection, you must

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13.You may cross solid yellow lines:

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14.Defensive driving is:

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15.What does a single dashed white line separating traffic mean?

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16.When dealing with pedestrians, a driver must:

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17.An approaching driver fails to dim their high beam headlights. Where should you look?

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18.When driving past a vehicle that has just stopped in a parked position on the side of the road, you should:

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