Pennsylvania Car 11

1.This road sign means:

Bicycle crossing.

Stop only if other cars are approaching.

Yield the right-of-way to pedestrians.

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The DMV written test is a procedure to evaluate a person’s ability on a vehicle in the USA.

2.This sign means:

Slippery when wet.

Tow-away zone.

Steep downgrade.

Roadwork ahead.

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The DMV written test is a procedure to evaluate a person’s ability on a vehicle in the USA.

3.A blood alcohol concentration of 0.02 percent:

Won't have any effect on your driving.

Won't put other drivers at risk.

Will double your chances of having an accident

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The DMV written test is a procedure to evaluate a person’s ability on a vehicle in the USA.

4.When approaching a stop sign that is not marked by a crosswalk, drivers should stop their vehicles before entering the intersection.

True

False

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The DMV written test is a procedure to evaluate a person’s ability on a vehicle in the USA.

5.This sign indicates:

The distance from road surface to a bridge or overpass.

The maximum legal height of a vehicle allowed in this state.

The maximum width of a vehicle allowed on the highway.

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6.What does this road sign mean?

Falling rocks

Trucks use second gear

Steep hill

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The DMV written test is a procedure to evaluate a person’s ability on a vehicle in the USA.

7."No passing zone" signs tell drivers:

To speed up slightly.

That it is not safe to pass.

To maintain a steady speed.

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8.Children on bicycles should be given extra space by motor vehicle operators because:

They do not have the same physical reflexes as adults.

They are smaller and more difficult to see than adults

Both of the above.

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The DMV written test is a procedure to evaluate a person’s ability on a vehicle in the USA.

9.If your vehicle starts to lose traction because of water on the road, you should:

Drive at a constant speed to gain better traction.

Apply the brakes firmly to prevent your vehicle from sliding.

Slow down gradually and not apply the brakes.

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The DMV written test is a procedure to evaluate a person’s ability on a vehicle in the USA.

10.Night driving presents unique problems because:

The speed limit is increased at night.

There are fewer cars on the roads at night.

Distance and vehicle speed are difficult to judge in the dark.

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11.____ greatly increase stopping distances and severity of crashes.

High speeds

Slow speeds

Night drives

Uphill inclines

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12.This road sign means:

Turn right after making a complete stop.

Right turns are not permitted.

Left turns are permitted.

None of the above.

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The DMV written test is a procedure to evaluate a person’s ability on a vehicle in the USA.

13.You want to turn left at an intersection. The light is green but oncoming traffic is heavy. You should:

Use the next intersection.

Wait at the crosswalk for traffic to clear.

Wait in the center of the intersection for traffic to clear

Take the right-of-way since you have a green light.

Correct! Wrong!

The DMV written test is a procedure to evaluate a person’s ability on a vehicle in the USA.

14.As you approach an intersection with a flashing yellow light:

Stop before crossing the intersection.

Slow down and proceed with caution.

Wait for a green light before proceeding.

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The DMV written test is a procedure to evaluate a person’s ability on a vehicle in the USA.

15.Always stop before crossing railroad tracks when:

There isn't room on the other side for you to completely cross the tracks.

The railroad crossing is located in a city or town that has frequent train traffic.

You are transporting two or more young children in a passenger vehicle.

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The DMV written test is a procedure to evaluate a person’s ability on a vehicle in the USA.

16.You must stop at an intersection when you see a:

Flashing red light.

Steady yellow light.

Yellow arrow.

Flashing yellow light.

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The DMV written test is a procedure to evaluate a person’s ability on a vehicle in the USA.

17.Drivers who have consumed alcohol before getting behind the wheel:

Are always aware of the risks they are taking.

Do not have sufficient control over their bodies and minds or the vehicles being driven.

Are better drivers because they are more careful than sober drivers.

Have quicker reaction times.

Correct! Wrong!

The DMV written test is a procedure to evaluate a person’s ability on a vehicle in the USA.

18.It is illegal for a person 21 years of age or older to drive with a minimum blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of:

0.05 percent.

0.08 percent.

0.02 percent.

0.1 percent.

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The DMV written test is a procedure to evaluate a person’s ability on a vehicle in the USA.

19.When you see this sign, it means:

There is an object on the roadway.

Traffic is coming from the right.

The road is curving sharply to the left.

There is a merge point ahead.

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The DMV written test is a procedure to evaluate a person’s ability on a vehicle in the USA.

20.Drivers are not required to yield to pedestrians in a crosswalk.

True

False

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The DMV written test is a procedure to evaluate a person’s ability on a vehicle in the USA.

21.When entering an interstate highway, you should:

Stop, check for cars, and enter when safe.

Check for cars and reduce your speed to 25 mph before entering the traffic lane.

Check for cars, increase your speed to match the flow of traffic, and merge when the way is clear.

Correct! Wrong!

The DMV written test is a procedure to evaluate a person’s ability on a vehicle in the USA.

22.To pass a slower-moving vehicle on a two-lane, two-way road, you must:

Not cross the centerline.

Flash your lights at oncoming traffic

Use the shoulder.

Use the lane that belongs to oncoming traffic.

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The DMV written test is a procedure to evaluate a person’s ability on a vehicle in the USA.

23.To prepare for anything coming up on the road ahead, you should:

Continually scan the entire road and all roadsides.

Stare straight ahead at all times.

Maintain focus toward the middle of the road.

Drive with your left foot resting lightly on the brake pedal.

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The DMV written test is a procedure to evaluate a person’s ability on a vehicle in the USA.

24.If you see a pedestrian using a guide dog or carrying a white cane:

The pedestrian must yield the right-of-way.

You must yield the right-of-way

Honk your horn to let them know you are there.

Correct! Wrong!

The DMV written test is a procedure to evaluate a person’s ability on a vehicle in the USA.

25.A “No standing” sign at a certain location means:

You may never stop your vehicle there.

You may park there if the driver remains in the vehicle.

You may stop temporarily only to pickup or discharge passengers.

You may stop to load or unload merchandise.

Correct! Wrong!

The DMV written test is a procedure to evaluate a person’s ability on a vehicle in the USA.

26.When parking next to a curb, you should use your turn signals:

Only when pulling away from the curb.

When pulling next to, but not away from, the curb.

When pulling next to or away from the curb.

Correct! Wrong!

The DMV written test is a procedure to evaluate a person’s ability on a vehicle in the USA.

27.A work zone:

May be moving or stationary.

Is marked with black and white signs.

Does not require a driver to slow down and pay extra attention.

All of the above.

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The DMV written test is a procedure to evaluate a person’s ability on a vehicle in the USA.

28.As you enter into a roundabout, you should slow down and:

Yield to any crossing pedestrians and bicyclists.

Yield to any car already within the roundabout.

Both of the above.

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The DMV written test is a procedure to evaluate a person’s ability on a vehicle in the USA.

29.When is it illegal to drive below the speed limit?

When driving slowly disrupts the normal flow of traffic

When in heavy traffic in a construction zone

Only when driving in rural areas.

When driving under adverse weather conditions

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The DMV written test is a procedure to evaluate a person’s ability on a vehicle in the USA.

30.Yield also means stop if you cannot merge safely into the flow of traffic.

True

False

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The DMV written test is a procedure to evaluate a person’s ability on a vehicle in the USA.

31.When a stop is required at an intersection and no markings appear to indicate a stop line or crosswalk, a driver:

Is not required to stop.

Is required to slow down to make sure crossing traffic is clear.

Should stop only at a place where they can see at least 200 feet on either side, even if they have to enter the intersecting roadway.

Should stop where they have a clear view of approaching traffic before they enter the intersecting roadway.

Correct! Wrong!

The DMV written test is a procedure to evaluate a person’s ability on a vehicle in the USA.

32.Drivers who eat and drink while driving:

Make no driving errors.

Have trouble driving slowly.

Are better drivers because they are not hungry.

Have trouble controlling their vehicles.

Correct! Wrong!

The DMV written test is a procedure to evaluate a person’s ability on a vehicle in the USA.

33.You must yield to a pedestrian using a white cane or guide dog:

Only when the guide dog is leading the person across the street.

At all times.

Only if a crossing guard is present.

Correct! Wrong!

The DMV written test is a procedure to evaluate a person’s ability on a vehicle in the USA.

34.Which of these statements is true about changing lanes?

You only need to turn and look over your right shoulder for lane changes to the right or left.

Look over your right shoulder for a right lane change and your left shoulder for a left lane change.

Vehicles with two outside mirrors do not have blind spots

Correct! Wrong!

The DMV written test is a procedure to evaluate a person’s ability on a vehicle in the USA.

35.Which of the following is a safe way to drive through a curve?

Slow down as you enter, speed up as you exit

Maintain a constant speed throughout the curve.

Speed up as you enter, slow down as you exit.

Stay near the right edge of your lane.

Correct! Wrong!

The DMV written test is a procedure to evaluate a person’s ability on a vehicle in the USA.

36.Drivers must yield to a pedestrian:

Even if the pedestrian crosses the street carelessly.

Only when the pedestrian is in a crosswalk.

Only if the pedestrian is on the same side of the road as the driver.

If the pedestrian uses a hand signal to ask oncoming drivers to stop.

Correct! Wrong!

The DMV written test is a procedure to evaluate a person’s ability on a vehicle in the USA.

37.A curb painted red means:

Loading zone.

The area is reserved for picking up or dropping off passengers.

No parking, standing, or stopping.

Correct! Wrong!

The DMV written test is a procedure to evaluate a person’s ability on a vehicle in the USA.

38.It is unlawful for a car to try to share a lane with a motorcycle.

TRUE

FALSE

Correct! Wrong!

The DMV written test is a procedure to evaluate a person’s ability on a vehicle in the USA.

39.Who is required to wear a seat belt while in a moving vehicle?

Only the driver

Only adult passengers

Only child passengers

All of the vehicle's occupants

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The DMV written test is a procedure to evaluate a person’s ability on a vehicle in the USA.

40.This road sign means:

Slow down or stop.

Stop if necessary.

You must come to a complete stop.

Correct! Wrong!

The DMV written test is a procedure to evaluate a person’s ability on a vehicle in the USA.

41.Before turning, you should:

Use your signal.

Turn the wheel.

Increase your speed.

Change lanes.

Correct! Wrong!

The DMV written test is a procedure to evaluate a person’s ability on a vehicle in the USA.

42.A driver who is taking a non-prescription drug should:

Read the labels on the drug before driving.

Drink alcohol instead.

Continue to drive regardless of any warning labels.

Drive only during daylight hours.

Correct! Wrong!

The DMV written test is a procedure to evaluate a person’s ability on a vehicle in the USA.

43.Under normal weather and traffic conditions, keep a minimum following distance of:

One second

Two seconds.

Three seconds.

Four seconds.

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The DMV written test is a procedure to evaluate a person’s ability on a vehicle in the USA.

44.You are required to stop your vehicle:

At any intersection where a police officer orders you to stop

Where there is a red traffic light.

Both of the above.

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The DMV written test is a procedure to evaluate a person’s ability on a vehicle in the USA.

45.Changing from one lane to another is best done:

Quickly and often.

When a car is in your blind spot.

Gradually and carefully.

Correct! Wrong!