MISSISSIPPI DRIVER STUDY TEST COMPLETE QUESTIONS & ANSWERS
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What should you do when a law enforcement officer is directing traffic?
wait till he signals you to go
What is the best way to inform other drivers of your intention to turn or change
lanes to pass?
Use signal lights well in advance
What should you do if you notice a dangerous situation (such as a stranded car
or broken crossing signal) at a railroad crossing?
Look for the blue ENS sign and report it
What steps should you take to make a left turn at an intersection?
LEFT- 1. well ahead of turn,check for traffic and move safely into the left lane. Use your
signal to indicate you are changing lanes.
2. At least 100 feet from the intersect,turn on left signal and begin slowing down.
3.Keep close to the center line & keep your wheels straight while waiting to turn
4.If there is a traffic signal or sign, obey it. When travel is permitted, look both ways
before entering intersection. Then enter just to the right of center.
5. When it is safe to do so, return to the right lane.
What steps should you take to make a Right turn at an intersection?
RIGHT- 1. If you are not already in the right lane, move into the right lane well ahead of
the turn. Check for traffic, use your signal, and move safely.
2. At least 100 feet from the intersection, turn on right signal & begin slowing down.
3. Keep close to the right side of the lane & keep your wheels straight while waiting to
turn.
4. If there is a traffic signal signal or sign, obey it. When travel is permitted, look both
ways before entering intersection. Then enter, keeping as close as possible to the right.
5. Continue in the right lane.
Where do most accidents occur?
At intersections
What should you do if you take the wrong exit on the interstate?
Continue to the next exit. Never stop,back up, or turn around.
What should you do if your vehicle has a blowout?
Do not apply your brakes suddenly. Take your foot off the accelerator, & then apply the
brakes slowly & cautiously. If you have plenty of stopping distance, let the vehicle stop
stop itself.
What minimum amount of automobile liability insurance is required in
Mississippi?
$25,000.00 for property & $50,000.00 for bodily injury.
When parallel parking downhill, which direction should you turn turn your wheels
before setting the parking brake?
Wheels should be turned toward right
On a two-way, four- lane street, which lane should you use to make a left turn?
The left turn lane
What does a flashing yellow arrow mean?
, It means you may turn in the direction of the arrow if you are in the proper lane. You
must yield to oncoming traffic. Oncoming traffic will have a green light when your turn
arrow is flashing, so you do NOT have a "protected" turn.
When are paved roads likely to be their slickest?
The opening minutes of rain or drizzle
If you are traveling in the right lane of an interstate highway, what adjustments
must you make when other vehicles are entering the highway?
Merge left when safe to do so
What does "over-driving" your headlights mean?
Means not being able to stop inside the illuminated are ahead (distance you can see).
What strategies should drivers follow when traveling long distance?
Take a break every 100 miles. Do not follow the same vehicle for too long. Avoid going
to sleep at the wheel, do not stare. Keep your eyes moving. Keep interior as cool as
possible.
When you overtake another vehicle at night, why should you use your low
beams?
So you don't blind the driver
What should you do if you are being overtaken by an emergency vehicle flashing
it's emergency lights? What should you do if the emergency vehicle is parked on
the shoulder with its emergency lights flashing?
Pull over to the right & wait until the emergency vehicle has passed. Slow down &
merge left.
Why should you use your turn signals well in advance of a turn? How far in
advance should you signal?
To notify another driver that you are turning. 100 feet.
When exiting a highway, when should you begin slowing down?
In the deceleration lane
What should you do before backing out of a diagonal parking space?
Be certain that the way is clear & no people are crossing
What should you do if your vehicle becomes stranded on a railroad track?
Get out of your vehicle. Run in a 45 degree angle away from the tracks in the direction
the train is coming. Then immediately dial 911.
Why are rear-end collisions so common on interstate highways?
Following too closely
At the intersection, when must you determine right of way?
Before you enter an intersection
When may you drive at the posted speed limits in Mississippi?
when conditions are ideal
Why shouldn't you drive when you are ill, angry, or depressed?
DEPRESSED- If you are preoccupied with personal problems, you may become too
distracted to handle your vehicle. ILL- domestic quarrels, financial concerns or illness
can make you temporarily accident prone. ANGER- you need time to cool off before you
get behind the wheel.
What is the legal maximum distance at which you may park your car parallel to
the curb?
12 inches
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What should you do when a law enforcement officer is directing traffic?
wait till he signals you to go
What is the best way to inform other drivers of your intention to turn or change
lanes to pass?
Use signal lights well in advance
What should you do if you notice a dangerous situation (such as a stranded car
or broken crossing signal) at a railroad crossing?
Look for the blue ENS sign and report it
What steps should you take to make a left turn at an intersection?
LEFT- 1. well ahead of turn,check for traffic and move safely into the left lane. Use your
signal to indicate you are changing lanes.
2. At least 100 feet from the intersect,turn on left signal and begin slowing down.
3.Keep close to the center line & keep your wheels straight while waiting to turn
4.If there is a traffic signal or sign, obey it. When travel is permitted, look both ways
before entering intersection. Then enter just to the right of center.
5. When it is safe to do so, return to the right lane.
What steps should you take to make a Right turn at an intersection?
RIGHT- 1. If you are not already in the right lane, move into the right lane well ahead of
the turn. Check for traffic, use your signal, and move safely.
2. At least 100 feet from the intersection, turn on right signal & begin slowing down.
3. Keep close to the right side of the lane & keep your wheels straight while waiting to
turn.
4. If there is a traffic signal signal or sign, obey it. When travel is permitted, look both
ways before entering intersection. Then enter, keeping as close as possible to the right.
5. Continue in the right lane.
Where do most accidents occur?
At intersections
What should you do if you take the wrong exit on the interstate?
Continue to the next exit. Never stop,back up, or turn around.
What should you do if your vehicle has a blowout?
Do not apply your brakes suddenly. Take your foot off the accelerator, & then apply the
brakes slowly & cautiously. If you have plenty of stopping distance, let the vehicle stop
stop itself.
What minimum amount of automobile liability insurance is required in
Mississippi?
$25,000.00 for property & $50,000.00 for bodily injury.
When parallel parking downhill, which direction should you turn turn your wheels
before setting the parking brake?
Wheels should be turned toward right
On a two-way, four- lane street, which lane should you use to make a left turn?
The left turn lane
What does a flashing yellow arrow mean?
, It means you may turn in the direction of the arrow if you are in the proper lane. You
must yield to oncoming traffic. Oncoming traffic will have a green light when your turn
arrow is flashing, so you do NOT have a "protected" turn.
When are paved roads likely to be their slickest?
The opening minutes of rain or drizzle
If you are traveling in the right lane of an interstate highway, what adjustments
must you make when other vehicles are entering the highway?
Merge left when safe to do so
What does "over-driving" your headlights mean?
Means not being able to stop inside the illuminated are ahead (distance you can see).
What strategies should drivers follow when traveling long distance?
Take a break every 100 miles. Do not follow the same vehicle for too long. Avoid going
to sleep at the wheel, do not stare. Keep your eyes moving. Keep interior as cool as
possible.
When you overtake another vehicle at night, why should you use your low
beams?
So you don't blind the driver
What should you do if you are being overtaken by an emergency vehicle flashing
it's emergency lights? What should you do if the emergency vehicle is parked on
the shoulder with its emergency lights flashing?
Pull over to the right & wait until the emergency vehicle has passed. Slow down &
merge left.
Why should you use your turn signals well in advance of a turn? How far in
advance should you signal?
To notify another driver that you are turning. 100 feet.
When exiting a highway, when should you begin slowing down?
In the deceleration lane
What should you do before backing out of a diagonal parking space?
Be certain that the way is clear & no people are crossing
What should you do if your vehicle becomes stranded on a railroad track?
Get out of your vehicle. Run in a 45 degree angle away from the tracks in the direction
the train is coming. Then immediately dial 911.
Why are rear-end collisions so common on interstate highways?
Following too closely
At the intersection, when must you determine right of way?
Before you enter an intersection
When may you drive at the posted speed limits in Mississippi?
when conditions are ideal
Why shouldn't you drive when you are ill, angry, or depressed?
DEPRESSED- If you are preoccupied with personal problems, you may become too
distracted to handle your vehicle. ILL- domestic quarrels, financial concerns or illness
can make you temporarily accident prone. ANGER- you need time to cool off before you
get behind the wheel.
What is the legal maximum distance at which you may park your car parallel to
the curb?
12 inches
