OMV Learner's Permit Test Questions

Question 1

Your ability to stop is affected by

Answer 1

The condition of the road

Question 2

When you see or hear an emergency vehicle coming you should

Answer 2

Drive as far toward the right side of the road as is safe and stop.

Question 3

Traffic signals sometimes display arrows to control turns from specific lanes. A solid yellow arrow

Answer 3

Has the same meaning as a circular yellow traffic light.

Question 4

You are driving on a highway divided by two solid yellow lines. You may:

Answer 4

Cross these lines only to make a left turn into or from an alley, private road, or driveway.

Question 5

Before switching on the ignition, you should:

Answer 5

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

Question 6

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

Answer 6

Turn into the lane closest to your previous lane.

Question 7

Which of the following influence(s) the effects of alcohol?

Answer 7

The amount of food in the stomach

The body weight of an individual

How much time passes between drinks

Question 8

A steady yellow traffic signal means that a ____ light will soon appear.

Answer 8

Steady Red

Question 9

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

Answer 9

Reduce their speed and increase their following distance.

Question 10

Which is a characteristic of a defensive driver?

Answer 10

Alertness

Question 11

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

Answer 11

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.

Question 12

Which of the following are used on some highways to direct drivers into the proper lanes for turning?

Answer 12

White arrows in the middle of the lanes

Question 13

Driving while being distracted by any activity:

Answer 13

Usually causes the driver to react more slowly to hazards.

Question 14

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

Answer 14

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

Question 15

Which statement about speed is true?

Answer 15

“Driving too slowly on certain highways can be dangerous”

and

“Speeding can kill.”

Question 16

Snow and ice on your vehicle should be removed from:

Answer 16

All windows, the hood, and the roof of your vehicle.

Question 17

Roads freeze quickly when they are:

Answer 17

Shaded

Question 18

You may drive across a dashed white line:

Answer 18

When it is safe to change lanes.

Question 19

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

Answer 19

To avoid conflict with other traffic.

Question 20

While driving, you come upon a sign displaying the words “Reduced speed, 35 mph.” This means:

Answer 20

That the new 35 mph speed limit begins at this sign.

Question 21

What is the meaning of the “I” in the SIPDE acronym?

Answer 21

Identify hazards

Question 22

To avoid last-minute braking or the need to turn suddenly, you should consistently look down the road:

Answer 22

10 to 15 Seconds

Question 23

A pedestrian starts to cross in front of your vehicle. You should:

Answer 23

Stop and let the pedestrian cross.

Question 24

To avoid becoming a dangerous and aggressive driver, you should:

Answer 24

Allow plenty of time for trips.

Question 25

A yellow light that flashes on and off means:

Answer 25

Slow down and proceed with caution.

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.

Question 27

You come to an intersection displaying a flashing red light. You should:

Answer 27

Come to a full stop and go when it is safe to do so.

Question 28

At a school crossing sign, you should:

Answer 28

Watch for children and be ready to stop.

Question 29

Traffic signs and pavement markings:

Answer 29

Must always be obeyed.

Question 30

If there are two railroad tracks next to each other:

Answer 30

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

Question 31

What should you do when you are going to enter a roadway from a private road?

Answer 31

Yield the right-of-way to pedestrians and roadway traffic.

Question 32

The number of teenage crashes are high because-

Answer 32

Lack of driving experience
Lack of maturity
Willingness to take risks
Less likely to use seat belt

Question 33

You should maintain

Answer 33

3 to 4 second following distance

Question 34

Roadways are slippery when

Answer 34

it starts to rain, snow, or sleet