DMV IDAHO WRITTEN TEST 7

Question 1

Worn or bald tires:

Answer 1

Can make turning more difficult.

Are likely to hydroplane.

Can increase your stopping distance.

All of the above.

Question 2

When driving under icy or snowy conditions, which driving technique will help drivers avoid crashes?

Answer 2

Reduce their speed and increase their following distance.

Question 3

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

Answer 3

Turn right.

Question 4

Guide signs are ____ signs that provide directional and mileage information to drivers.

Answer 4

Green

*Guide signs, sometimes known as destination signs, have a green background and provide directional and mileage information to specific destinations. They can be a helpful resource when driving in unfamiliar locations.

Question 5

When you see this black and yellow sign, it means:
YELLOW RECTANGLE BLACK ARROW AIMING RIGHT
(see drawn guide)

Answer 5

Slow down because the road ahead changes direction at an extreme angle.

*This sign indicates that the road ahead changes direction at an extreme angle (in this case, to the right). Before you reach such an extreme curve, you should slow down as much as you would when making a turn at an intersection.

Question 6

If traffic signals at an intersection are not functioning due to a power outage:

Answer 6

Treat the intersection as a four-way stop.

Question 7

As alcohol builds up in your blood, it:

Answer 7

Slows down your reactions.

Question 8

When merging onto a freeway, it is usually best to:

Answer 8

Accelerate to the speed of freeway traffic.

Question 9

This road sign means:

RED OCTAGON “STOP”

Answer 9

You must come to a complete stop.

Question 10

Crossbuck signs indicate:

Answer 10

Railroad crossings.

Question 11

When driving in rain, you must:

Answer 11

Use low beam headlights.

*Contrary to popular belief, in extreme weather conditions like rain, fog or snowfall, one should switch to low beams. This is mainly because the water molecules reflect the light from high-beam headlights.

Question 12

Defensive driving is:

Answer 12

Identifying dangerous driving situations and taking action to avoid accidents.

Question 13

If you are turning onto a street with more than one lane traveling in your direction, you should:

Answer 13

Turn into the lane closest to your previous lane.

Question 14

It is important to make a reasonable effort to notify the owner of another vehicle:

Answer 14

If you hit their vehicle while it is unattended.

Question 15

When in a travel lane on the roadway:

Answer 15

Don’t stop for any reason. Keep moving until you can safely pull off the road.

Question 16

When you park uphill on a street with a curb:

Answer 16

Turn the front wheels away from the curb.

Question 17

A slow-moving vehicle emblem is:

Answer 17

A triangular orange sign.

Question 18

Which of the following best ensures your safety and the safety of those around you when you are backing your vehicle?

Answer 18

Check behind the vehicle before you get into the driver’s seat.

*Backing requires extra caution because it is difficult for drivers to see behind their vehicles. Before entering a vehicle to back up, walk to the back of the vehicle to check for children and small objects.

Question 19

You are approaching a railroad crossing that has no visible gates or flashing lights, but has a standard crossbuck. You should:

Answer 19

Approach all tracks with extreme caution and cross only when you know that there is no train coming.

Turn your radio down to hear if there may be an approaching train.

Only continue once cleared to do so by a flagger, if applicable.

All of the above.

Question 20

This sign means:

SEE DRAWN GUIDE

Answer 20

Merging traffic from the right.

Question 21

If you need to drive in foggy weather:

Answer 21

Turn on your low beam headlights.

Question 22

If your turn signals fail, you should use ____ to indicate that you are turning.

Answer 22

Hand signals

Question 23

In Idaho, you may pass another vehicle in an intersection:

Answer 23

If a dashed yellow line is marked through the intersection.

*If a dashed yellow pavement marking continues up to and after an intersection, you may pass vehicles in the intersection. If there are no pavement markings in the intersection, or if there is a solid yellow line next to a dashed yellow line in the intersection, you may not pass in the intersection.

Question 24

In which of the following ways can alcoholic beverages affect you?

Answer 24

It slows your reaction time.

It gives you a feeling of false confidence.

It impairs your thinking ability.

All of the above.

Question 25

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

Answer 25

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

Question 26

Studies show that properly wearing a seat belt:

Answer 26

Reduces the risk of serious injury in a crash.

Question 27

This sign means:

SEE DRAWN GUIDE

Answer 27

Traffic signal ahead.

Question 28

State and local authorities:

Answer 28

May adjust statewide speed limits by posting speed limit signs.

Question 29

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

Answer 29

Yellow

Question 30

You are involved in an accident. You should:

Answer 30

Stop immediately.

Help the injured.

Call the police.

All of the above.

Question 31

You may drive around the gates at a railroad crossing:

Answer 31

Under no circumstances.

Question 32

You are borrowing an unfamiliar vehicle from a friend. You should:

Answer 32

Take a few minutes before driving to familiarize yourself with the operation and location of all the vehicle’s equipment.

Question 33

Round signs indicate:

Answer 33

Upcoming railroad crossings.

Question 34

Stress can affect your driving by:

Answer 34

Lowing your ability to focus on driving.

Question 35

This road sign means:
(SEE DRAWN GUIDE)
YELLOW DIAMOND BLACK OUTLINE OF SINGLE ADULT WALKING

Answer 35

Pedestrian crossing.

Question 36

Your body gets rid of approximately:

Answer 36

One alcoholic drink an hour.

Question 37

When preparing to turn left, drivers should:

Answer 37

Slow down gradually while checking their rearview mirror.

Move into the left lane.

Watch for oncoming vehicles and pedestrians.

All of the above.

Question 38

This sign means:

SEE DRAWN GUIDE

Answer 38

Slippery when wet.

Question 39

Before switching on the ignition, you should:

Answer 39

Be sure all of the vehicle’s occupants have buckled their seat belts.

Question 40

If there are two railroad tracks next to each other:

Answer 40

When one train passes, look for another train on the other track before proceeding.