Michigan Car Driving Permit Test-19 - DMV Written Test Questions with Answers

Q.1.

This sign means:

Watch for bicycles.
Bicycles not allowed.
Bicycle repair shop ahead.
Bicycles have the right-of-way.

Explanation

Q.2.

This sign means:

You must drive slowly and sound your horn.
A bus stop is ahead.
You are entering a school's parking lot.
A school zone is ahead.

Explanation

Q.3.

When approached by an emergency vehicle that is using its siren and/or flashing lights, a driver must immediately:

Pull to the right and stop.
Pull to the right and slow down.
Pull to the right and turn on their vehicle's four-way flashers.
Stop and let the emergency vehicle pass.

Explanation

Q.4.

If you see this sign, you:

Must not pass another vehicle.
May pass a slow-moving vehicle if you can do so quickly.
May pass if you know the road ahead.
May pass, but only at night.

Explanation

Q.5.

If a green arrow turns into a solid green light, you:

May still turn, but you must yield to oncoming traffic.
May no longer turn and must proceed straight.
Still have the right-of-way to turn.
No longer have to turn in the direction that the arrow indicated.

Explanation

Q.6.

When turning left, drivers must yield the right-of-way to:

Other drivers who are already in the intersection.
Oncoming traffic.
Pedestrians who are already in the intersection.
All of the above.

Explanation

Q.7.

When approaching a railroad crossing warning sign:

Be ready to drive faster than the train.
Be prepared to stop if a train is nearby.
Look for a way around any lowered gates.
Assume no trains are nearby and continue driving normally.

Explanation

Q.8.

If another driver cuts you off in traffic, you should:

Pull next to the driver and yell at them.
Let it go.
Flash your high beams at the driver.
Get back at the other driver by cutting them off.

Explanation

Q.9.

Before turning left, it is important to:

Sound your horn.
Yield to oncoming vehicles.
Swing to the right side of your lane.
Wait until oncoming traffic has a red light.

Explanation

Q.10.

Work zone signs mean:

It is summer.
You must immediately stop and back up.
Less than ideal conditions are present for driving.
You should drive faster to get out of the work zone.

Explanation

Q.11.

This sign means:

Divided highway ends.
One-way traffic ahead.
Two-way traffic ahead.
Keep to the right.

Explanation

Q.12.

This sign means:

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

Explanation

Q.13.

Defensive driving is:

Driving aggressively.
Using safe driving strategies to prevent crashes.
More dangerous than not driving defensively.
A bad idea.

Explanation

Q.14.

To be safe when crossing a railroad, you should:

Look both ways, but only when the red light is flashing.
Listen, look both ways, and then proceed if it is safe to do so.
Cross especially quickly when a train is approaching.
Quickly pass under any lowering gates.

Explanation

Q.15.

While driving on a two-lane road without bicycle lanes, you encounter a bicyclist traveling in the same direction. What is the safest way to pass the bicyclist?

Slow down and wait until there is no traffic approaching, then pass the bicyclist while leaving him or her sufficient space.
Continue driving straight. It is the bicyclist’s responsibility to get out of your way.
Do not pass the bicyclist until you come to a traffic signal or stop sign.
Honk at the bicyclist to let him or her know you are about to pass.

Explanation

Q.16.

On long trips, you can prevent drowsiness by:

Turning on your car radio.
Slowing down.
Stopping at regular intervals for a rest.
Moving your eyes from side to side as you drive.

Explanation

Q.17.

At night, it is hardest to see:

Road signs.
Pedestrians.
Other motorists.
Street lights.

Explanation

Q.18.

It is best to keep a space cushion:

Only in back of your vehicle.
Only on the left and right sides of your vehicle.
Only in front of the vehicle.
On all sides of the vehicle.

Explanation

Q.19.

Guide signs are ____ signs that provide directional and mileage information to drivers.

Yellow
Red
Green
White

Explanation

Q.20.

Always signal when:

Changing lanes.
Pulling into or out of a parking space.
Pulling into traffic from an alley or parking area.
All of the above.

Explanation

Q.21.

You are driving on a narrow road when you meet an oncoming vehicle. You must:

Pull completely off the road and stop.
Allow the oncoming vehicle at least one-half of the main-traveled portion of the road.
Demand the other vehicle pull over to make room.
Turn on your high beam headlights to make sure the other vehicle sees you.

Explanation

Q.22.

Many crashes are caused by:

Drivers traveling too fast for conditions.
Drivers consistently checking their mirrors and blind spots.
Drivers yielding the right-of-way.
Drivers maintaining a four-second following distance.

Explanation

Q.23.

If you are driving in another driver's blind spot, you should:

Move forward or drop back so the other driver can see you.
Keep a steady pace.
Stay in the driver's blind spot.
Honk to let them know you are there.

Explanation

Q.24.

Pennant-shaped signs indicate:

School zones.
No passing zones.
Speed limits.
Railroad crossings.

Explanation

Q.25.

Passing is prohibited:

On hills and curves.
At intersections.
At railroad crossings.
All of the above.

Explanation

Q.26.

Round signs indicate:

No passing zones.
School zones.
Upcoming railroad crossings.
Hospitals.

Explanation

Q.27.

You come to an intersection that is blocked by other traffic. You should:

Go slowly until the traffic ahead moves.
Get as close as possible to the car in front of you.
Stay out of the intersection until you can pass through.
Sound your horn to make the cars move up.

Explanation

Q.28.

Unless otherwise posted, the minimum speed limit on freeways is:

45 mph.
55 mph.
70 mph.
85 mph.

Explanation

Q.29.

Stop lines are solid white lines painted across traffic lanes:

In curves and on hills.
Next to churches and schools.
At intersections and pedestrian crosswalks.
On freeway on-ramps.

Explanation

Q.30.

When riding in a vehicle, small children:

May be safely held by a strong adult.
Will be safe if they are standing on the floor in the back of the vehicle.
Will not be hurt in an accident because they are small.
Must never be allowed to ride while standing in the vehicle.

Explanation

Q.31.

You must yield to other drivers:

When entering a street from a garage or alley.
When they are on a road to your left and you have reached an unmarked intersection at the same time.
When your traffic signal is a green arrow.
All of the above.

Explanation

Q.32.

Distracted driving may be caused by:

Eating, drinking, or smoking.
Talking or texting on a cellular phone.
Changing a radio station or CD.
All of the above.

Explanation

Q.33.

Coming to a complete stop at an intersection, yielding to cross traffic/pedestrians, and then proceeding through the intersection when the way is clear corresponds with:

A solid red light.
A flashing yellow light.
A solid green light.
A flashing red light.

Explanation

Q.34.

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.35.

This sign means:

Bicycle crossing.
Stop.
Fines double in a work zone.
Stop ahead.

Explanation

Q.36.

Increase your following distance when:

Driving behind a large vehicle that blocks your vision.
Exiting an expressway.
Following a motorcycle.
All of the above.

Explanation

Q.37.

You must stop for a school bus:

That is parked on the shoulder of the road with no one in it.
When it approaches you, even if its lights are not flashing.
If you are both driving on a two-lane highway and its red lights are flashing.
Whenever the driver waves at you.

Explanation

Q.38.

Your ability to stop is affected by:

Signal lights.
Other cars on the road.
The time of day.
The condition of the road.

Explanation

Q.39.

What should you do if your vehicle’s right wheels leave the pavement?

Stop quickly.
Immediately pull all the way off of the road and get back on when it is safe.
Accelerate and steer back on the road quickly.
Take your foot off the accelerator, slow down, then ease back onto the road when it is safe to do so.

Explanation

Q.40.

If your wheels drop off the pavement and onto the shoulder of the road, you should:

Brake hard and turn sharply back onto the pavement.
Stop your car on the edge of the road.
Slow down and very carefully turn back onto the pavement.
Maintain your speed and turn sharply back onto the pavement.

Explanation

Q.41.

You notice a vehicle defect which may affect the safe operation of your vehicle. You should:

Correct the defect as soon as possible.
Correct the defect when you can afford it.
Drive the vehicle at slower speeds.
Drive normally.

Explanation

Q.42.

This sign means:

Trucks are permitted on an upcoming narrow bridge.
The bridge ahead is open to one-way traffic only.
The bridge ahead is wide enough for only one car at a time.
The bridge ahead may be too narrow to meet or pass a truck.

Explanation

Q.43.

When parking uphill on a hill or incline with a curb:

Turn your front wheels sharply toward the curb.
Turn your front wheels slightly to the right.
Turn your front wheels sharply away from the curb.
Keep your front wheels straight.

Explanation

Q.44.

You may honk your horn when you:

Have to stop quickly.
Are passing another car.
Have lost control of your car.
Are passing a bicyclist.

Explanation

Q.45.

This sign means:

T intersection.
Lane shifting.
Side road.
Do not block intersection.

Explanation

Q.46.

When parking uphill next to a curb, set the parking brake and:

Keep the rear tires against the curb.
Keep the front tires straight ahead.
Turn your steering wheel away from the curb.
Turn your steering wheel toward the curb.

Explanation

Q.47.

A driver entering interstate traffic from an entrance or acceleration ramp:

Should yield to drivers already on the interstate.
Has the right-of-way.
May force their way into traffic.
Can assume that other drivers will change lanes to make room.

Explanation

Q.48.

This sign means:

Crossroad ahead.
Flagger ahead.
Lane ends.
Turn right or go straight.

Explanation

Q.49.

If you drink alcohol socially, what helps ensure safe driving?

Drink coffee before driving.
Ride home with a friend who has not been drinking.
Take a cold shower before driving.
Stop drinking one half hour before driving.

Explanation

Q.50.

You should not pass another driver:

When next to a solid yellow line.
On a hill or curve in the road.
If you are nearing oncoming traffic.
All of the above.

Explanation

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