Wisconsin Car Driving Permit Test-16 - DMV Written Test Questions with Answers

Q.1.

This sign means:

Curves ahead.
Divided highway starts.
Divided highway ends.

Explanation

Q.2.

This road sign means:

Cars in right lane must slow down.
No left turn.
Merge.
Pass only in the right lane.

Explanation

Q.3.

You are required to report an accident when there is ____ worth of damage to anyone's property.

$250
$500
$1,000
$1,500

Explanation

Q.4.

This sign means:

Slippery when wet.
Stop sign ahead.
No U-turn.

Explanation

Q.5.

There is no crosswalk and you see a pedestrian crossing your lane ahead. You should:

Make eye contact with and then pass the pedestrian.
Slow down as you pass the pedestrian.
Stop and let the pedestrian finish crossing the street.

Explanation

Q.6.

This sign is a warning that you are approaching:

An intersection.
A crosswalk.
A railroad crossing.

Explanation

Q.7.

You should allow extra space between your vehicle and the vehicle ahead of you when:

Your car is cold.
There are no vehicles behind you.
You are following a motorcycle.
You are listening to the radio.

Explanation

Q.8.

You should increase your following distance:

At night.
When it is raining.
Both of the above

Explanation

Q.9.

When driving on roads that may be slippery:

Always drive at the maximum speed limit.
Use cruise control to maintain a steady speed.
Reduce your following distance.
Do not make any sudden changes in speed or direction.

Explanation

Q.10.

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.

Explanation

Q.11.

To enter a freeway:

Signal, yield to existing traffic, and enter at the same speed that traffic is moving.
Signal and enter the freeway. Freeway traffic must yield.
Drive slowly so you can check traffic.
Always come to a complete stop first.

Explanation

Q.12.

You are crossing an intersection and an emergency vehicle is approaching while using its siren and flashing lights. You should:

Stop immediately in the intersection until it passes.
Pull to the right of the intersection and stop.
Continue through the intersection, pull to the right, and stop.

Explanation

Q.13.

To help relieve fatigue on a long trip, it is a good idea to:

Stop and rest every two hours.
Do arm exercises every hour.
Drive with one eye open at a time.
Change feet on the gas pedal.

Explanation

Q.14.

This sign means:

Pedestrian crossing.
Side road.
Railroad ahead.

Explanation

Q.15.

It is more dangerous to drive at night than during the day because:

You cannot see as far ahead at night.
The road is always more slippery at night.
Your reaction time is slower at night.

Explanation

Q.16.

If you are being passed in a no passing zone, you should:

Pull off the road.
Maintain your speed and position.
Slow down and let the other driver safely return to the drive lane.

Explanation

Q.17.

When backing up:

Look through the rear window.
Press hard on the gas pedal.
Rely only on your rearview mirror.

Explanation

Q.18.

Your license can be suspended if you are underand drive with a blood alcohol level of:

0.15 percent or more.
0.08 percent or more.
Any amount.

Explanation

Q.19.

You hit a parked vehicle and can't find the owner. What must you do?

Call your insurance company when you get home.
Wait for the owner to return.
Leave a note with your name and address on the parked vehicle.

Explanation

Q.20.

When you want to make a right turn, your car must be:

Near the center of the street.
Close to the left side of the street.
Close to the right side of the street.
Past the center of the intersection when you begin to turn.

Explanation

Q.21.

This road sign means:

No right turn.
No U-turns.
No left turn.

Explanation

Q.22.

An "End school zone" sign indicates:

That the speed limit is 20 mph.
The beginning of a reduced speed zone.
The increased possibility of encountering pedestrians.
The end of a reduced speed zone.

Explanation

Q.23.

What does this road sign mean?

Be ready to merge with traffic entering your lane.
Always stop.
Divided highway ahead.

Explanation

Q.24.

You approach an emergency vehicle that is stopped with its lights flashing. You must:

Slow down. If possible, change lanes so you will not drive next to the stopped emergency vehicle.
Drive to the right side of the road and stop.
Stay in your lane and continue to drive at the same speed.
Accelerate to quickly pass the stopped vehicle.

Explanation

Q.25.

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.26.

This yellow sign means:

One lane ahead.
Merging traffic ahead.
Lane ends ahead.

Explanation

Q.27.

When a school bus is stopped ahead on your side of the road with its red lights flashing, you must:

Slow to a speed no faster than 10 mph.
Stop until the lights stop flashing.
Change lanes and pass cautiously.

Explanation

Q.28.

If the driver of an oncoming vehicle fails to dim their headlights:

Look toward the center of the roadway.
Look toward the right side of the road.
Look straight ahead.

Explanation

Q.29.

If you miss your exit on the freeway, you should not:

Continue on the freeway and find an alternate route to your destination.
Proceed to the next exit, leave the freeway, and return to your proper exit.
Back up on the road or shoulder.

Explanation

Q.30.

What is the maximum speed limit in outlaying parts of cities and villages with no posted speed limit?

25 mph
35 mph
45 mph
None of the above

Explanation

Q.31.

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.32.

The driver ahead of you stops at a crosswalk. What should you do?

Cautiously pass the vehicle at 10 mph or slower.
Stop, proceeding only when all the pedestrians have crossed.
Change lanes, look carefully, and pass the stopped vehicle.

Explanation

Q.33.

You should drive on the shoulder to pass a car:

If the vehicle ahead of you is turning left.
Under no circumstances.
If the shoulder is wide enough.

Explanation

Q.34.

If one of your tires blows out as you are driving, you should:

Brake hard immediately.
Try to steer straight while gradually slowing by removing your foot from the gas pedal.
Maintain your current speed and steer straight.
Swerve back and forth to alert traffic behind you.

Explanation

Q.35.

When approaching a traffic signal displaying a steady yellow arrow, drivers:

Should merge into a lane in the direction of the arrow.
Should slow to a stop, if it is safe to do so.
May turn left after yielding to oncoming traffic and pedestrians.
Have the right-of-way and may expect oncoming traffic to stop for them.

Explanation

Q.36.

If a motorist sees pedestrians in an upcoming crosswalk, what should the motorist do?

Continue ahead. The motorist has the right-of-way.
Wait for the pedestrians to cross the street.
Pull to the right and go around the pedestrians.

Explanation

Q.37.

This red and white sign means you should:

Stop and check for traffic coming from both directions before proceeding.
Give the right-of-way to traffic on the road you wish to enter or cross.
Maintain a steady speed and check for traffic coming from all directions.

Explanation

Q.38.

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.

Explanation

Q.39.

When approaching a steady yellow traffic light, drivers should:

Accelerate to avoid a red light.
Continue driving, as they have the right-of-way.
Slow to a stop, unless they are already within the intersection.
Check to see what the cars next to them are doing.

Explanation

Q.40.

If you come to a railroad crossing with lowered gates and flashing warning lights, you should:

Drive around the crossing gates if you can't see a train.
Come to a complete stop well behind the gates, wait for the tracks to clear, and proceed once the gates are lifted.
Slow down and drive around the gates.

Explanation

Q.41.

Tailgating other drivers (driving too closely to their rear bumper):

Can frustrate other drivers and make them angry.
Cannot result in a traffic citation.
Reduces collisions by preventing being "cut off."

Explanation

Q.42.

If you drive more slowly than the flow of traffic, you will most likely:

Interfere with traffic and receive a ticket.
Improve traffic flow.
Demonstrate defensive driving techniques.

Explanation

Q.43.

This sign is used to prevent:

Entrance to full parking lots.
Entrance to road construction areas.
Entrance to dead-end streets.
Entrances from the wrong direction on one-way streets and expressway ramps.

Explanation

Q.44.

A yellow and black diamond-shaped sign:

Warns you about conditions on or near the road.
Helps direct you to cities and towns ahead.
Tells you about traffic laws and regulations.
Tells you about road construction ahead.

Explanation

Q.45.

A solid yellow arrow on a traffic signal means:

You should speed up so you can make the turn before the light changes.
You do not need to signal to turn from the indicated lane.
You should prepare to stop and yield the right-of-way to oncoming traffic.

Explanation

Q.46.

You should sound a sharp blast of your horn when:

The driver ahead of you is driving under the speed limit.
You exit an alley and cannot see what is ahead.
Another vehicle is in danger of hitting you.
You want to pass another vehicle.

Explanation

Q.47.

Which of the following statements is true?

Signal at least 100 feet before changing lanes to pass and ensure there is no oncoming traffic.
Use your mirrors and look over your left shoulder to check your blind spot when passing to the left.
When passing, wait until you can see both headlights of the passed car in your rearview mirror before returning to your original lane.
All of the above.

Explanation

Q.48.

When driving at night on a dimly lit street, you should:

Drive slowly enough that you can stop within the area illuminated by your headlights.
Turn on your high beam headlights to better see the vehicles ahead of you.
Keep the instrument panel lights bright to be more visible to other drivers.

Explanation

Q.49.

A driver should:

Assume all drivers automatically obey the right-of-way rules.
Assume most drivers obey the right-of-way rules.
Always be prepared to yield the right-of-way.

Explanation

Q.50.

This sign means:

No right turns.
Right turns are permitted.
Stop before turning right.
Sharp curve ahead.

Explanation

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