DMV IDAHO WRITTEN TEST 3

Question 1

This sign means:

YELLOW DIAMOND, WITH ARROWS TRAVELING IN A CIRCULAR MOTION

Answer 1

Roundabout ahead.

Question 2

When you are being tailgated:

Answer 2

Move over to the right, if there is an open lane to your right.

If there is not an open lane to your right, wait until the way is clear ahead and reduce your speed slowly to encourage the tailgater to drive around you.

Never slow down abruptly.

All of the above

*If you are being tailgated by another driver and there is a right lane, move over to the right. If there is no right lane, wait until the road ahead is clear and then reduce your speed slowly. This will encourage the tailgater to drive around you. Never slow down abruptly as this will only increase the risk of your vehicle being hit from behind.

Question 3

This road sign means:
YELLOW DIAMOND, LEFT ARROW CURVING DOWNWARD WITH BUMP AT THE TOP AND RIGHT BLACK ARROW AIMING UPWARD NEXT TO BUMP AT TOP (divided highway begins sign)

Answer 3

Keep right.

divided highway begins sign

Question 4

Drivers who eat and drink while driving:

Answer 4

Have trouble controlling their vehicles.

Question 5

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

Answer 5

RED, YELLOW, GREEN

Question 6

When passing another vehicle on a road with two lanes traveling in opposite directions, you should:

Answer 6

Return to the driving lane when there’s enough room between you and the vehicle you passed.

*When passing another vehicle on a two-lane roadway, you must return to the right side of the roadway when there is enough room between you and the vehicle you have passed.

Question 7

____ limit your concentration, perception, judgment, and memory.

Answer 7

Even the smallest amount of alcohol can

Question 8

What should you do when an emergency vehicle is approaching while displaying flashing red or blue lights?

Answer 8

Pullover to the side of the road and come to a complete stop.

Question 9

A seat belt should be adjusted so that it:

Answer 9

Is buckled snugly across your hip bones and lower abdomen.

Question 10

It is best to keep a space cushion:

Answer 10

On all sides of the vehicle.

Question 11

When entering a street from a driveway, you:

Answer 11

Must stop and proceed only when there are no pedestrians or vehicles approaching

Question 12

You must stop at an intersection when you see a:

Answer 12

Flashing red light.

Question 13

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

Answer 13

They’re difficult to see in traffic.

Question 14

What is the meaning of this sign?

YELLOW DIAMOND WITH TRAFFIC SIGNAL ON IT

Answer 14

There is a traffic signal ahead.

Question 15

When approaching a flashing red traffic light, drivers should:

Answer 15

Treat the light like a stop sign.

Question 16

This sign means:

WHITE CIRCLE, WITH RED \ AND A BLACK ARROW MAKING U TURN

Answer 16

No U-turn.

Question 17

This sign means:

WHITE CIRCLE WITH RED \ OVER A BALC ARROW GOING RIGHT

Answer 17

No right turn.

Question 18

Which of the following statements is true?

Answer 18

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.

Question 19

If one of your tires blows out as you are driving, you should:

Answer 19

Try to steer straight while gradually slowing by removing your foot from the gas pedal.

Question 20

A single broken white line down the center of a two-lane road indicates:

Answer 20

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

*White lines are used to separate traffic moving in the same direction. Dashed lines indicate that drivers directly next to the line are permitted to pass when it is safe to do so.

Question 21

Your blind spot is the area of the road:

Answer 21

You cannot see without moving your head.

Question 22

When parking uphill on a hill or incline with a curb:

Answer 22

Turn your front wheels sharply away from the curb.

*To keep your vehicle from rolling into traffic when parked facing uphill, turn your front wheels sharply away from the curb. If you are parking uphill on a street that has no curb, turn the wheels sharply toward the edge of the road.

Question 23

A red flashing traffic light has the same meaning as a:

Answer 23

Stop sign.

Question 24

You do not have to stop for a stopped school bus that is loading or unloading children if:

Answer 24

You are traveling in the opposite direction on a two-way roadway that has four or more lanes.

*On a two-lane road, all traffic must stop and remain stopped as long as the red lights near the top of a school bus are flashing and/or the stop arm on the left side of the bus is extended. On a highway with two or more lanes traveling in each direction, oncoming traffic is not required to stop when meeting a school bus.

Question 25

You may pass another vehicle:

Answer 25

In a curve or on a hill because the chance is small that another vehicle is coming.

By using the shoulder of the highway.

If your lane is next to a solid yellow line and the passing lane is clear ahead.

None of the above.

Question 26

When getting ready to change lanes, you should:

Answer 26

Check your side view mirror.

Check your rearview mirror.

Quickly turn your head to check for other vehicles.

All of the above.

Question 27

This sign means:

WHITE CIRCLE, RED \ OVER BLACK ARROW GOING LEFT

Answer 27

No left turn.

Question 28

This sign indicates that:

YELLOW DIAMOND, BLACK TRUCK GOING DOWN AN INCLINE

Answer 28

There is a steep hill ahead.

Question 29

When approaching a curve on a narrow road where your view is obstructed, it is best to

Answer 29

Sound your horn and stay close to the right edge of the road while proceeding carefully.

*Idaho’s mountains can create special problems for drivers. If your view is obstructed while driving on a narrow road in the mountains and you are approaching a curve in the roadway, sound your horn and proceed carefully around the curve while remaining close to the right edge of the road.

Question 30

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

Answer 30

Stop at the intersection, then proceed as traffic allows.

Question 31

The driver’s left arm and hand are extended downward. This hand signal means that the driver plans to

Answer 31

Stop.

*If a driver’s left arm and hand are extended downward, they are indicating that they intend to stop. Adjust your driving accordingly if following a driver who is using this hand signal

Question 32

A diamond-shaped sign:

Answer 32

Warns of existing or possible hazards.

Question 33

Roads become very slippery:

Answer 33

For the first 10 to 15 minutes of a rainstorm.

Question 34

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

Answer 34

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

Question 35

As a pedestrian, you should:

Answer 35

Never enter a street or crosswalk when vehicles are approaching.

*Pedestrians should not enter a street or crosswalk when vehicles are approaching. Though pedestrians have the right-of-way in crosswalks, a vehicle approaching from a close distance may not have the time to stop before entering the crosswalk.

Question 36

Many crashes are caused by:

Answer 36

Drivers traveling too fast for conditions.

Question 37

Approximately one-half of all motorcycle crashes:

Answer 37

Involve another motor vehicle.

Question 38

You may cross double solid yellow lines:

Answer 38

To turn into a driveway.

Question 39

You may not cross a single broken white or yellow line:

Answer 39

When doing so would interfere with traffic.

Question 40

This sign means:

YELLOW DIAMON WITH BLACK TRUCK GOING DOWN AND INCLINE

Answer 40

Hill ahead.