DMV Driver's License Written Test — Questions and Answers

Question 1: You arrive at an uncontrolled intersection — no signs or traffic signals. Who has the right-of-way?

The driver who arrives at the intersection first (Correct answer)
The driver traveling at a higher speed
The driver making a right turn
The driver on the wider road

Correct answer: The driver who arrives at the intersection first

At an uncontrolled intersection, the vehicle that arrives first has the right-of-way.

Question 2: What are the importance of developing minimum speed limits?

To put a stop to the flow of traffic.
To let emergency vehicles with flashing red lights to pass other vehicles safely.
To maintain a steady flow of traffic. (Correct answer)
The goal is to lower the state's average speed.

Correct answer: To maintain a steady flow of traffic.

The goal of minimum speed restrictions is to keep traffic flowing smoothly.

Question 3: You approach an intersection and a fire truck with lights and siren is blocking your path. What should you do?

Stop and yield until the intersection is clear and safe (Correct answer)
Back up immediately and find another route
Drive slowly around the fire truck at a safe distance
Sound your horn and proceed around the fire truck

Correct answer: Stop and yield until the intersection is clear and safe

You must stop and yield to emergency vehicles until they have cleared the area and it is safe to continue.

Question 4: Who has the right of way when you approach a "T" intersection? either you or the vehicles on the through street.

You have to look for the pedestrians but don't have to yield to the cars.
You don't have to yield to the cars on the through street.
You are permitted
You have to yield to the cars on the through street and pedestrians (Correct answer)

Correct answer: You have to yield to the cars on the through street and pedestrians

At a 'T' intersection, vehicles on the terminating street (the stem of the T) must yield the right-of-way to all traffic on the through street and any pedestrians. This rule ensures that traffic flow on the continuous road is not interrupted, and pedestrians are given priority for safety.

Question 5: A pedestrian begins crossing the street against a 'Don't Walk' signal as you are making a legal turn. What should you do?

Flash your lights to warn them and continue turning
Proceed since the pedestrian is the one in violation
Yield to the pedestrian anyway to avoid a collision (Correct answer)
Honk to alert them and then proceed through your turn

Correct answer: Yield to the pedestrian anyway to avoid a collision

Even if a pedestrian is crossing illegally, you must still yield to avoid a collision — physical safety takes precedence over who has the legal right-of-way.

Question 6: You are on a freeway on-ramp and traffic on the freeway is heavy. What must you do?

Use the shoulder to build speed before merging into traffic
Stop on the on-ramp and wait for a large gap to appear
Adjust your speed on the ramp to merge smoothly with freeway traffic (Correct answer)
Force your way into the lane as space permits

Correct answer: Adjust your speed on the ramp to merge smoothly with freeway traffic

You must adjust your speed on the on-ramp to match freeway traffic speed and merge when a safe gap is available.

Question 7: An emergency vehicle with flashing lights and a siren is approaching from behind. What must you do?

Speed up to clear the road quickly
Stop your vehicle immediately wherever you are
Pull to the right side of the road and stop (Correct answer)
Continue driving at your current speed and stay in your lane

Correct answer: Pull to the right side of the road and stop

You must pull to the right edge of the road and stop until the emergency vehicle has passed.

Question 8: It's important to remember this before switching lanes:

check your speed and look over your shoulder toward the rear.
check your mirrors and look over your shoulder toward the rear. (Correct answer)
check behind you and look in your side mirrors.
check your rear-view and side mirrors.

Correct answer: check your mirrors and look over your shoulder toward the rear.

Checking your mirrors and then looking over your shoulder toward the back of the vehicle to check your blind spot are both important things to do before changing lanes.

Question 9: Two vehicles arrive at a four-way stop at the same time, facing each other. One wants to go straight and one wants to turn left. Who goes first?

The larger of the two vehicles
The vehicle on the right side of the road
The vehicle turning left
The vehicle going straight (Correct answer)

Correct answer: The vehicle going straight

The vehicle going straight has the right-of-way over a vehicle turning left when both arrive at the same time.

Question 10: Two vehicles meet on a narrow mountain road. One is traveling uphill and one is going downhill. Who has the right-of-way?

The vehicle traveling downhill
The larger or heavier vehicle
The vehicle traveling uphill (Correct answer)
The vehicle that is closest to a pullout or turnout

Correct answer: The vehicle traveling uphill

On a narrow mountain road, the vehicle going uphill has the right-of-way because it is more difficult to reverse or stop when going uphill.

Question 11: A bicyclist is riding in a designated bike lane next to your lane. You need to turn right at the next intersection. Who has the right-of-way?

The bicyclist traveling in the bike lane (Correct answer)
Whoever reaches the intersection first
You do, because you are operating a motor vehicle
You do, because you are executing a legal right turn

Correct answer: The bicyclist traveling in the bike lane

Bicyclists traveling in a bike lane have the right-of-way; you must yield to them before turning right across the bike lane.

Question 12: When entering a roundabout (traffic circle), you must:

Speed up to merge with vehicles already circling
Yield to vehicles already traveling inside the roundabout (Correct answer)
Sound your horn before entering to alert other drivers
Always proceed straight through without stopping

Correct answer: Yield to vehicles already traveling inside the roundabout

Vehicles already circulating inside a roundabout have the right-of-way; entering vehicles must yield to them.

Question 13: If you are found guilty of driving while drunk, you could receive the following sentences:

Up to six months in jail (Correct answer)
Up to two months in jail
No jail time but you must pay a fine of $500

Correct answer: Up to six months in jail

Being found guilty of driving while drunk (DUI/DWI) carries serious penalties. For a first offense, many states impose a maximum jail sentence of up to six months, along with significant fines and license suspension. These penalties are designed to deter impaired driving and ensure public safety.

Question 14: The percentage of alcohol in your blood is usually expressed as:

AIB improves your judgment and vision as it increases.
BCD is a measure of alertness and coordination. As it rises, you become more aware and coordinated.
As your blood alcohol content (BAC) rises, you become more impaired. (Correct answer)

Correct answer: As your blood alcohol content (BAC) rises, you become more impaired.

Blood Alcohol Content (BAC) is the standard measure of the percentage of alcohol in a person's bloodstream. A higher BAC directly correlates with increased impairment of cognitive and motor skills. This impairment makes it unsafe to drive, as judgment, reaction time, and coordination are all negatively affected.

Question 15: At a four-way stop, all vehicles arrive at approximately the same time. Who has the right-of-way?

The vehicle going straight
The largest vehicle
The vehicle to your left
The vehicle to your right (Correct answer)

Correct answer: The vehicle to your right

When vehicles arrive at a four-way stop simultaneously, the vehicle to your right has the right-of-way.

Question 16: A funeral procession is moving through an intersection. The lead vehicle had a green light, but it has now turned red. What should following vehicles in the procession do?

Break off and find another route to the destination
Stop and wait for the next green light
Honk to warn other vehicles to stay clear
Continue through the intersection to keep the procession together (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Continue through the intersection to keep the procession together

Once a funeral procession has begun moving through an intersection, all vehicles in it may legally continue through to keep the procession intact.

Question 17: THIS ROAD SIGN MEANS:

School ahead, watch for children (Correct answer)
Come to a complete stop ahead
Shopping district ahead
Pedestrians stay on sidewalk

Correct answer: School ahead, watch for children

A yellow, pentagon-shaped sign depicting two children walking is a universally recognized school zone warning sign. It alerts drivers to the proximity of a school and the potential presence of children. This sign indicates that drivers should reduce their speed and be extra vigilant for pedestrians in the area.

Question 18: YOU MAY ONLY PROCEED WHEN WHAT IF TRAFFIC PREVENTS YOU FROM CROSSING ALL THE WAY ACROSS A SET OF RAILROAD TRACKS?

A train approaching isn't traveling fast enough to represent a threat.
At least half of your car should be able to cross the tracks.
On the other side, there is space for your vehicle. (Correct answer)
There are no trains in sight.

Correct answer: On the other side, there is space for your vehicle.

You must never stop on railroad tracks. You may only proceed across railroad tracks if there is sufficient space on the other side for your vehicle to clear the tracks completely. This prevents your vehicle from being trapped on the tracks if traffic ahead stops, avoiding a potentially fatal collision with a train.

Question 19: You see a pedestrian using a white cane or guide dog waiting to cross at a crosswalk. What must you do?

Wave them across to signal that it is safe
Stop completely and wait until they have safely crossed (Correct answer)
Honk lightly to let them know traffic is present
Proceed slowly and carefully past the crosswalk

Correct answer: Stop completely and wait until they have safely crossed

You must always stop and yield to blind or visually impaired pedestrians using a white cane or guide dog at crosswalks.

Question 20: When two solid yellow lines separate oncoming vehicles and designate the middle of the road:

It is not permitted to pass in any direction. (Correct answer)
On the left, passing is allowed.
On the right, passing is permitted.

Correct answer: It is not permitted to pass in any direction.

When two solid yellow lines separate oncoming vehicles and designate the middle of the road, it means passing is strictly prohibited in both directions. These lines indicate areas where it is unsafe to cross into the opposing lane, such as on hills or curves with limited visibility. Adhering to this rule is crucial for preventing head-on collisions.

Question 21: WHAT THIS SIGN MEANS IS THAT YOU ARE APPROACHING.

A railroad crossing (Correct answer)
An intersection
A crosswalk
A blasting zone

Correct answer: A railroad crossing

This question refers to a specific sign, likely the circular yellow warning sign with a black 'X' and 'RR' or a crossbuck sign. Both are used to indicate an upcoming railroad crossing. Drivers must be vigilant, slow down, look and listen for trains, and be prepared to stop if necessary.

Question 22: What does it mean when the white lines on the pavement are broken?

passing is allowed if done safely. (Correct answer)
no passing is allowed.
traffic moves in opposite directions.

Correct answer: passing is allowed if done safely.

Broken white lines on the pavement indicate that traffic is moving in the same direction, and passing is permitted when it is safe to do so. Drivers can cross these lines to overtake other vehicles, provided there is no oncoming traffic and the maneuver can be completed without endangering others.

Question 23: The meaning of this sign is?

Left curve ahead warning
Right turn ahead warning
Merging traffic from the right
Hairpin curve ahead, extreme right curve (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Hairpin curve ahead, extreme right curve

This warning sign indicates an extremely sharp curve ahead, often referred to as a hairpin curve. The symbol shows a road that turns back on itself, requiring drivers to significantly reduce speed and exercise extreme caution. It alerts drivers to a potentially dangerous change in road alignment that demands careful navigation.

Question 24: Which of the lane markings' aforementioned claims is true?

A solid white lane between lanes of traffic means that you should stay on your lane unless a special situation requires you to change lanes. (Correct answer)
None of the above
A broken yellow line between opposing lanes of traffic means that you may not cross the line.
A double solid line between opposing lanes of traffic means that vehicles on either side can pass.

Correct answer: A solid white lane between lanes of traffic means that you should stay on your lane unless a special situation requires you to change lanes.

If there is a solid white line between two lanes of traffic, you should stay in that lane unless a unique circumstance calls for you to do otherwise.

Question 25: At a T-intersection where one road ends and meets a through street, who must yield?

Vehicles on the road that ends must yield to through-street traffic (Correct answer)
The vehicle intending to turn left onto the through street
The first vehicle to reach the intersection
Traffic already on the through street

Correct answer: Vehicles on the road that ends must yield to through-street traffic

At a T-intersection, drivers on the road that terminates must yield to all traffic on the continuing through road.

Question 26: You are on a two-lane highway and want to pass a slow vehicle. The center line is a broken (dashed) yellow line on your side. What does this indicate?

Passing is only permitted during nighttime hours
Only oncoming traffic is permitted to pass here
Passing is permitted when it is safe to do so (Correct answer)
Passing is never permitted in this area

Correct answer: Passing is permitted when it is safe to do so

A broken yellow center line on your side of the road indicates that passing is permitted when conditions are safe.

Question 27: What must all traffic meeting and being overtaken do when an authorized emergency vehicle flashing a red light or sounding a siren approaches?

Accelerate to pass the emergency car faster
Allow the emergency vehicle to pass by by yielding the right-of-way
Give way to the right, pull over to the right (Correct answer)
Pulling over to the left, and slowing down

Correct answer: Give way to the right, pull over to the right

When an authorized emergency vehicle with a flashing red light or a siren approaches, all traffic must give the right-of-way, clear any intersection, pull over to the curb or side of the road, and come to a complete stop.

Question 28: WHAT IS THE EFFECT OF ALCOHOL ON THE HUMAN BODY?

physiological functions will be slowed until they eventually stop. (Correct answer)
produce pleasurable feelings
bring about happy feelings
raise your heart rate

Correct answer: physiological functions will be slowed until they eventually stop.

Alcohol is a central nervous system depressant. It slows down brain activity, leading to impaired judgment, coordination, and reaction time. In severe cases of alcohol poisoning, vital physiological functions like breathing and heart rate can slow to dangerous levels, potentially leading to coma or death.

Question 29: A pedestrian is crossing the street in a marked crosswalk. What should you do?

Yield and wait until the pedestrian has fully crossed (Correct answer)
Proceed slowly and carefully through the crosswalk
Speed up to pass before they reach your lane
Sound your horn to warn them you are approaching

Correct answer: Yield and wait until the pedestrian has fully crossed

Pedestrians in marked crosswalks always have the right-of-way, and you must wait until they have completely crossed.

Question 30: A school bus ahead has stopped and is displaying flashing red lights and an extended stop sign arm. You are behind it on an undivided two-lane road. What must you do?

Slow down to 10 mph and pass with caution
Pass carefully on the left side of the bus
Stop only if you can see children outside the bus
Stop and wait until the flashing red lights stop (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Stop and wait until the flashing red lights stop

You must stop when a school bus displays flashing red lights and may not proceed until the lights have stopped flashing.

Question 31: When you approach a crosswalk, whether it is marked or unmarked, you are required to

trucks.
heavy vehicles.
pedestrians. (Correct answer)
slow-moving vehicles.

Correct answer: pedestrians.

You are required to give way to a pedestrian who is lawfully crossing the street in a crosswalk if they are on or approaching the half of the road that you are driving on in Alaska.

Question 32: You are backing out of a driveway onto a public street. Who has the right-of-way?

You do, since you are already in motion
The larger or faster-moving vehicle
Whoever can see the other driver first
Traffic traveling on the public street (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Traffic traveling on the public street

Traffic on public streets always has the right-of-way over vehicles entering from driveways or private roads.

Question 33: TAKING A COFFEE AFTER AN ALCOHOLIC DRINK

Has no effect on blood alcohol content. (Correct answer)
Increases blood alcohol content.
Cancels the effect of the alcohol.
Decreases blood alcohol content.

Correct answer: Has no effect on blood alcohol content.

Drinking coffee after consuming alcohol does not have a direct effect on blood alcohol content (BAC). The only way to reduce your BAC is through time, as the body metabolizes and eliminates alcohol.

Question 34: You are at an intersection with a green light and are turning right. A pedestrian is crossing the street on your right side. Who has the right-of-way?

You do, since you have a green light to turn
Neither — both must stop and yield to each other
The pedestrian only if a 'Walk' signal is displayed
The pedestrian crossing in the crosswalk (Correct answer)

Correct answer: The pedestrian crossing in the crosswalk

Pedestrians crossing in a crosswalk have the right-of-way even when you have a green light authorizing your right turn.

Question 35: Before merging into traffic on an expressway or motorway, you must.

move into the deceleration lane
move into the acceleration lane (Correct answer)
reduce your speed
move into the right-hand lane

Correct answer: move into the acceleration lane

Move into the acceleration lane and raise your speed before merging with the traffic on the highway to enter an expressway or freeway.

Question 36: Which car has the right-of-way when two vehicles collide on a high mountain road where neither can pass?

The vehicle traveling uphill (Correct answer)
Neither vehicle
The vehicle that arrives first
The vehicle traveling downhill

Correct answer: The vehicle traveling uphill

When two vehicles collide on a steep mountain road, and neither can pass, the downhill vehicle must yield the right-of-way by backing up until the uphill vehicle can pass. When backing up, the car facing downhill has the most control.

DMV Driver's License Written Test

This exam certifies an individual's knowledge of traffic laws, road signs, and safe driving practices required to operate a motor vehicle.

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