Do You Have What It Takes To Pass The DMV Test?

Whether you’ve been driving for years or just got your license, road rules can be tricky to remember. Could you still pass the DMV test if you had to retake it today? This quiz is designed to challenge your knowledge on the rules of the road, covering tricky scenarios that even seasoned drivers might struggle with. From traffic signs to driving in tough conditions, test your skills and see if you’re still roadworthy. Are you up for the challenge?

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Across State DMV Test - Think You Can Still Ace the DMV Test?

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1) If your vehicle starts to hydroplane, you should:

A) Shift to a lower gear

B) Steer straight and take your foot off the accelerator

C) Brake hard and steer to the side

D) Speed up to regain traction

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2) You are approaching a roundabout. Who has the right-of-way?

A) The vehicles entering the roundabout

B) The vehicles already inside the roundabout

C) Pedestrians crossing in front of the roundabout

D) Cyclists entering the roundabout

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3) A white sign with a black arrow over a straight line indicates:

A) Do not pass

B) Left turn only lane

C) Turn left ahead

D) Keep left

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4) When entering a freeway, who has the right-of-way?

A) The larger vehicle

B) The vehicles on the freeway

C) The vehicle entering the freeway

D) Whichever vehicle is going faster

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5) If you approach a flashing red traffic light, you should:

A) Stop completely, then proceed when safe

B) Slow down and proceed with caution

C) Yield to oncoming traffic

D) Continue through the intersection without stopping

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6) A red triangular sign with a white center means:

A) No entry

B) Stop

C) Do not pass

D) Yield

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7) A yellow pentagon-shaped sign with two figures walking means:

A) Crosswalk ahead

B) School zone

C) Pedestrian crossing

D) Playground area

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8) A yellow sign with two arrows pointing in opposite directions means:

A) Two-way traffic ahead

B) Divided highway ahead

C) Passing zone ahead

D) One-way street ahead

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9) What is the hand signal for a left turn?

A) Left arm bent at a right angle, pointing downward

B) Left arm bent at a right angle, pointing upward

C) Left arm extended straight out

D) Right arm extended straight out

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10) When driving behind a motorcycle, you should:

A) Honk your horn to alert them

B) Pass as quickly as possible

C) Follow closely

D) Stay at least 3-4 seconds behind

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11) What is the maximum speed limit on most freeways in the United States, unless otherwise posted?

A) 70 mph

B) 65 mph

C) 55 mph

D) 75 mph

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12) You must use your headlights:

A) From sunrise to sunset

B) When visibility is less than 1,000 feet

C) Only in rural areas

D) Only when it is raining

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13) What should you do if you are in an intersection and hear the siren of an emergency vehicle?

A) Stop immediately in the intersection

B) Continue through the intersection, then pull over

C) Pull to the right in the intersection

D) Speed through the intersection to clear the way

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14) You are driving and your brakes suddenly give out. What should you do first?

A) Shift to a lower gear and pump the brakes

B) Speed up to avoid any collisions

C) Turn off the ignition

D) Slam on the parking brake

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15) When following a motorcycle, you should maintain a following distance of at least:

A) 5-6 seconds

B) 1 second

C) 2 seconds

D) 3-4 seconds

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16) If you see a pedestrian with a white cane at a crosswalk, you should:

A) Flash your headlights to alert them

B) Yield the right-of-way and wait for them to cross

C) Honk to let them know you're there

D) Proceed as normal, assuming they will wait

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17) What should you do if you see a "Lane Ends" sign while driving?

A) Immediately stop and wait for instructions

B) Speed up to merge before the lane ends

C) Merge into the next lane safely and in a timely manner

D) Stay in the lane until it ends

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18) If you need to stop in an emergency and your car does not have ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), you should:

A) Pump the brakes to prevent them from locking

B) Turn the steering wheel sharply to avoid collision

C) Press the brake pedal firmly without letting up

D) Slam the brakes as hard as possible

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19) In most states, you must stop for a school bus if:

A) You are on a divided highway

B) The bus is stopped in a school parking lot

C) You are traveling in the same direction as the bus

D) The bus is on the opposite side of the road with its red lights flashing

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20) You may not park within how many feet of a fire hydrant?

A) 5 feet

B) 20 feet

C) 15 feet

D) 10 feet

Your score is

The average score is 73%

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