OMV Learner's Permit Test Questions Flashcards
Your ability to stop is affected by
The condition of the road
When you see or hear an emergency vehicle coming you should
Drive as far toward the right side of the road as is safe and stop.
Traffic signals sometimes display arrows to control turns from specific lanes. A solid yellow arrow
Has the same meaning as a circular yellow traffic light.
You are driving on a highway divided by two solid yellow lines. You may:
Cross these lines only to make a left turn into or from an alley, private road, or driveway.
Before switching on the ignition, you should:
Be sure all of the vehicle’s occupants have buckled their seat belts.
If you are turning onto a street with more than one lane traveling in your direction, you should:
Turn into the lane closest to your previous lane.
Which of the following influence(s) the effects of alcohol?
The amount of food in the stomach
The body weight of an individual
How much time passes between drinks
A steady yellow traffic signal means that a ____ light will soon appear.
Steady Red
When driving under icy or snowy conditions, which driving technique will help drivers avoid crashes?
Reduce their speed and increase their following distance.
Which is a characteristic of a defensive driver?
Alertness
You are entering a crowded freeway. What should you do to merge into traffic?
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.
Which of the following are used on some highways to direct drivers into the proper lanes for turning?
White arrows in the middle of the lanes
Driving while being distracted by any activity:
Usually causes the driver to react more slowly to hazards.
When passing another vehicle on a road with two lanes traveling in opposite directions, you should:
Return to the driving lane when there’s enough room between you and the vehicle you passed.
Which statement about speed is true?
“Driving too slowly on certain highways can be dangerous”
and
“Speeding can kill.”
Snow and ice on your vehicle should be removed from:
All windows, the hood, and the roof of your vehicle.
Roads freeze quickly when they are:
Shaded
You may drive across a dashed white line:
When it is safe to change lanes.
A “No stopping” sign means that, unless directed to do so by a police officer, you may stop only:
To avoid conflict with other traffic.
While driving, you come upon a sign displaying the words “Reduced speed, 35 mph.” This means:
That the new 35 mph speed limit begins at this sign.
What is the meaning of the “I” in the SIPDE acronym?
Identify hazards
To avoid last-minute braking or the need to turn suddenly, you should consistently look down the road:
10 to 15 Seconds
A pedestrian starts to cross in front of your vehicle. You should:
Stop and let the pedestrian cross.
To avoid becoming a dangerous and aggressive driver, you should:
Allow plenty of time for trips.
A yellow light that flashes on and off means:
Slow down and proceed with caution.
When getting ready to change lanes, you should:
Check your side view mirror.
Check your rearview mirror.
Quickly turn your head to check for other vehicles.
You come to an intersection displaying a flashing red light. You should:
Come to a full stop and go when it is safe to do so.
At a school crossing sign, you should:
Watch for children and be ready to stop.
Traffic signs and pavement markings:
Must always be obeyed.
If there are two railroad tracks next to each other:
When one train passes, look for another train on the other track before proceeding.
What should you do when you are going to enter a roadway from a private road?
Yield the right-of-way to pedestrians and roadway traffic.
The number of teenage crashes are high because-
Lack of driving experience
Lack of maturity
Willingness to take risks
Less likely to use seat belt
You should maintain
3 to 4 second following distance
Roadways are slippery when
it starts to rain, snow, or sleet
