Idaho Car Driving Permit Test-11 - DMV Written Test Questions with Answers

Q.1.

A stop sign is shaped like a(n):

Rectangle.
Square.
Circle.
Octagon.

Explanation

Q.2.

You must stop at a railroad crossing when:

Directed to do so by a flagger.
It is controlled by a stop sign.
Flashing red signals and gates are present and operating.
All of the above.

Explanation

Q.3.

This sign means:

A left curve is ahead.
A series of curves is ahead.
An S-curve is ahead.
The road will be slippery when wet.

Explanation

Q.4.

This sign means:

Pedestrians walking along the road ahead.
Pedestrian crossing ahead.
Pedestrians must not cross here.
Be alert for construction workers on the road.

Explanation

Q.5.

When driving past a vehicle that has just stopped in a parked position on the side of the road, you should:

Assume that the driver will open the car door as you approach.
Speed up.
Slam on your brakes.
Assume that the driver will wait for you to pass before opening the door.

Explanation

Q.6.

This sign means:

Railroad crossing.
One-way traffic.
Limited parking.
Playground ahead.

Explanation

Q.7.

When approaching railroad tracks, you should:

Look, listen, slow down, and be prepared to stop.
Speed up to cross the tracks before the gate is lowered.
Try to drive around a lowered gate.
Not pay attention to how many tracks there are to cross.

Explanation

Q.8.

If a driver sees an animal on the roadway:

No special action is required.
The driver should honk their horn.
The driver should pass the animal as closely as possible.
The driver should be very cautious.

Explanation

Q.9.

This road sign means:

Intersection ahead.
Steep grade ahead.
Winding road.
Merging traffic.

Explanation

Q.10.

To prevent hydroplaning, you should:

Ensure that your tires have good tread depth.
Ensure that your tires are properly inflated.
Reduce your speed when driving in the rain.
All of the above.

Explanation

Q.11.

This sign means:

Lane ends.
No right turn.
Slippery when wet.
Two-way traffic.

Explanation

Q.12.

Which of the following recommendations does not promote safe night driving?

Keep your windshield clean.
Be aware that tinted windows reduce visibility in the dark.
Carry a flashlight in your vehicle.
Look into the headlights of oncoming vehicles.

Explanation

Q.13.

Allow room for vehicles merging onto the freeway by:

Abruptly slowing down to allow them access.
Always driving in the far left lane.
Safely merging out of the right lane to allow them access.
Honking your horn to make them aware of your presence.

Explanation

Q.14.

You are coming to an intersection with a flashing yellow light. You should:

Stop and wait for the light to change.
Make a U-turn because the intersection is closed.
Drive carefully through the intersection.
Prepare to stop; the light is about to turn red.

Explanation

Q.15.

When a vehicle with an Anti-Lock Braking System starts to lose traction on a slippery road, drivers should:

Pump the brakes.
Press and hold the brake pedal.
Press and hold the gas pedal.
Lightly tap the brakes.

Explanation

Q.16.

Which of the following about winter driving is not true?

Winter is the most difficult driving season.
Checking your vehicle's antifreeze and windshield washer fluid levels is especially important during the winter.
Using cruise control in winter weather is a safe thing to do.
It is best to use snow tires on your vehicle.

Explanation

Q.17.

This sign tells you that:

No turns are allowed on this road.
The road narrows ahead.
There are a series of curves ahead.
The road may be slippery when wet.

Explanation

Q.18.

Drivers of motor vehicles must yield to a pedestrian:

When the pedestrian is in a crosswalk at an intersection.
Only when the pedestrian is a young child, elderly, or blind.
Only when the driver is not in a hurry.
Only when driving at night.

Explanation

Q.19.

An approaching driver fails to dim their high beam headlights. Where should you look?

At the wheels of the approaching vehicle.
Toward the right side of the road.
Toward the left side of the road.
Straight down the middle of the road.

Explanation

Q.20.

____ greatly increase stopping distances and severity of crashes.

High speeds
Slow speeds
Night drives
Uphill inclines

Explanation

Q.21.

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.

Explanation

Q.22.

When approaching an accident scene, you should:

Keep your attention on your driving.
Keep moving.
Stop if you are involved or if emergency help has not yet arrived.
All of the above.

Explanation

Q.23.

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

Is never used as a traffic signal.
Has the same meaning as a circular yellow traffic light.
Means that drivers may turn in the direction indicated by the arrow.
Tells drivers that a green arrow is about to be shown.

Explanation

Q.24.

An arrow painted on the pavement means:

Drivers in the proper lane may make the movement indicated by the arrow, if they choose to do so.
Drivers in the proper lane must make the movement indicated by the arrow, but only if traffic lights are not working.
Drivers in the proper lane must always come to a complete stop before making the movement indicated by the arrow.
Drivers in the proper lane must make the movement indicated by the arrow while following directions indicated by traffic signals.

Explanation

Q.25.

Which of the following is true about driving on a wet roadway?

As you drive faster, your tires become less effective.
Water does not affect cars with good tires.
Deep water is less dangerous than shallow water.
As you decrease your speed, the roadway becomes more slippery.

Explanation

Q.26.

Which is the most common cause of traffic crashes?

New drivers
Human error
Bad weather
Bad roads

Explanation

Q.27.

A person walking with a white cane or guide dog is likely to be:

A deaf person.
A person involved with a traffic study.
A blind person.
None of the above.

Explanation

Q.28.

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

That the new 35 mph speed limit begins at this sign.
That the new 35 mph speed limit begins at the next speed limit sign.
That you have plenty of time to slow down before the reduced speed zone.
That you should reduce your speed to 35 mph, but only under poor weather conditions.

Explanation

Q.29.

Motorcycles are entitled to:

The bicycle lane.
The same full lane width as other motor vehicles.
Half the width of a lane.
The width of the sidewalk.

Explanation

Q.30.

What happens if you drink alcohol while taking prescription or over-the-counter medicine?

The medicine reduces the effect of the alcohol.
The alcohol will help the medicine cure a cold.
The combination could multiply the effects of the alcohol or medicine.
There is no effect because they are different substances.

Explanation

Q.31.

You are stopped in a line of vehicles waiting at a stop sign. If there is no cross traffic after the vehicles ahead have passed through the intersection, you:

May proceed through the intersection without stopping again.
Must stop again at the stop sign or stop line before proceeding.
May slowly roll past the stop sign.
May follow the vehicle directly ahead of you without stopping.

Explanation

Q.32.

The most important thing to remember about speed management and curves is that you must:

Drive at the posted speed limit as you enter the curve, then slow down at the sharpest part of the curve.
Slow down before you enter the curve.
Accelerate gently before you enter the curve.
Drive at the posted speed limit before, throughout, and after the curve.

Explanation

Q.33.

Roads can be very slick under which conditions?

When it has just started raining
When the temperature is below freezing
Both of the above
None of the above

Explanation

Q.34.

This road sign means:

Do not enter.
No parking.
No U-turn.
No left turn.

Explanation

Q.35.

You must yield to other drivers:

Only where a yield sign is present.
Only when you want to yield.
When they are working in construction zones.
When their car is bigger than yours.

Explanation

Q.36.

You are driving up a hill and are approaching a heavy truck from the rear. You should know that:

The truck may be traveling at a speed slower than the posted speed limit.
You may not be able to safely pass the truck.
You may not be able to legally pass the truck.
All of the above.

Explanation

Q.37.

The correct way to use a freeway exit ramp is to:

Slow down before entering the exit ramp.
Slow down once moving onto the exit ramp.
Keep your speed constant once in the exit ramp.
Pass slower traffic in the exit ramp.

Explanation

Q.38.

If you are driving so slowly that traffic is backing up behind you, you should:

Decrease your speed.
Pull off the right side of the road and let traffic pass.
Not let the other cars pass your vehicle.
Use your four-way flashers.

Explanation

Q.39.

This sign means:

Merging traffic.
Multiple turns.
Lane shifting.
Do not block intersection.

Explanation

Q.40.

What should you do if your accelerator sticks while you are driving?

Reach down and attempt to pull it up.
Shift to park.
Shift to neutral and apply steady pressure on the brake.
Turn the engine off.

Explanation

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