DMV Practice Written Test/ Expert
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List parts of your health that can affect your driving? - Answer- Vision: Be able to
notice hazards in different types of lighting judge distances, adjust to traffic speed and
read road signs
- Hearing: Hear horns, sirens, motorcycles or screeching tires that may alert you of
hazards. It's illegal to wear a headset or earplugs in both ears while driving
- Fatigue & Drowsiness: Can affect your vision and increase reaction time to hazards
- Physical & Mental: Be alert to quickly decide the correct course of action in any type of
traffic situation, including unexpected ones
- Medications: Prescription and over-the-counter medications can make you an unsafe
driver. Some medicines can make you sleepy. It's your responsibility to know the effects
of the medications you take
- Health: Physicians are required to report patients, who are at least 14 years old, to
DMV if they believe you have medical conditions that may affect your ability to drive
safely, such as lapse of consciousness
What is the steering wheel method on Hand-to-Hand Steering? (Push/Pull) -
Answer1) Start with your hands at 9 and 3 o'clock or 8 and 4 o'clock
2) Do not cross your hands over the middle of the steering wheel
3) Keep your hands in these positions, even when making turns
What is the steering wheel method on Hand-over-Hand Steering when you turn at low
speeds, park, or need to recover from a skid? - Answer1) Start with your hands at 8
and 4 o'clock
2) Reach across the steering wheel to grasp the opposite side
3) Let go of the steering wheel with your other hand
4) Reach across the arm still holding the wheel, grip the wheel, and pull up
What are two situations in a One-Handing Steering that may require steering with one
had? - Answer1) When you are turning while backing up to see where you are going
behind you. Place your hand at the 12 o'clock position on the steering wheel
,2) When you are operating vehicle controls that require you to remove a hand from the
steering wheel
If your signal lights aren't functioning or bright sunlight makes your signal lights hard to
see? - AnswerUse the hand-and-arm signals
Show me a hand signal when turning left, right, slow and stop? - AnswerTo slow
down, shake your bent left arm down
What other ways you should signal on the road? - Answer- At least 100 feet before
you turn
- Before every lane change
- At least five seconds before you change lanes on a freeway
- Before pulling next to the curb or away from the curb
- Even when you do not see other vehicles around you
- When you are almost through the intersection if you plan to turn shortly after crossing
the intersection
Car horn are important to let other drivers know you are there or warn others of a
hazard. Use your horn to: - Answer- To avoid collisions
- Alert oncoming traffic on narrow mountain roads where you cannot see at least 200
feet ahead
What's the difference between using your headlights (high to low beams) on 500 and
300 feet? - Answer- Within 500 feet of a vehicle coming toward you
- Within 300 feet of a vehicle you are following
What are the best ways to use your headlights? - Answer- When it is too dark to see
from 1,000 feet away
- Beginning 30 minutes after sunset
- Until 30 minutes before sunrise
- In adverse weather, use windshield wipers and low-beam headlights on fog, rain, or
snow
- When conditions (such as clouds, dust, smoke, or fog) prevent you from seeing other
vehicles
,- On mountain roads and tunnels (even on sunny days)
- When a road sign states that headlights must be on
- To help other drivers see your vehicle, especially when the sun is low on the horizon
Using emergency flashers on upcoming collisions or hazards ahead, what methods you
need to use to warn drivers? - Answer- Turn on your emergency flashers
- Lightly tap your brake pedal three or four times
- Use a hand signal when slowing and stopping
Using emergency flashers on stopping of vehicle trouble, what methods you need to
use? - Answer- Turn on your emergency flashers. If your vehicle does not have
emergency flashers, use your turn signals
- If possible, pull off the road away from all traffic
- If you cannot get completely off the road, stop where people can see you and your
vehicle from behind
- Do not stop just over a hill or just around a curve. Other drivers may not see your
vehicle in time to avoid a collision
- Call for emergency roadside assistance and stay in your vehicle until help arrives
Single Solid Yellow Line (SSYL) - AnswerMarks the center of a road with two-way
traffic
Double Solid Yellow Lines (DSYL) - AnswerA two or more feet apart barrier that mark
the center of the road and separate traffic traveling in two different directions. Passing is
not allowed in either direction. You may not cross the lines (Drive on/over, make a left
turn or make a U-turn across it), except at designated openings
Stay to the right of double solid yellow lines unless you are: - Answer- In a high-
occupancy vehicle (HOV) carpool lane that has a designated entrance on the left
- Instructed by construction or other signs to drive on the other side of the road because
your side is closed or blocked
- Turning left across a single set of double yellow lines to enter, exit a driveway, on a
private road or make a U-turn
Broken Yellow Line (BYL) - AnswerA broken yellow line indicates you may pass if the
broken line is next to your driving lane. Only pass when it is safe.
, Single Solid White Line (SSWL) - AnswerMarks traffic lanes going in the same
direction. This includes one-way streets.
Double Solid White Lines (DSWL) - AnswerIndicate a lane barrier between a regular
use and a preferential use lane, such as a carpool (HOV) lane. You may also see
double solid white lines in or near freeway on and off ramps. Never change lanes over
double solid white lines. Wait until you see a single broken white line
Broken White Lines (BWL) - AnswerSeparate traffic lanes on roads with two or more
lanes in the same direction
End of Lane Markings - AnswerEnding freeway and street lanes are usually marked
with large broken lines. If you are driving in a lane marked with broken lines, be
prepared to exit the freeway or for the lane to end. Look for a sign that tells you to exit
or merge.
Yield line - AnswerA solid white line of triangles that shows approaching vehicles
where to yield or stop. The triangles point towards approaching vehicles. A yield line is
often seen at the entrance of a roundabout.
Choosing a Lane - Answer- Traffic lanes are often referred to by number.
- The left or "fast" lane is called the "Number 1 Lane."
- The lane to the right of the "Number 1 Lane" is called the "Number 2 Lane," then the
"Number 3 Lane," etc.
When choosing a lane: - Answer- Use the left lane to pass or turn left
- Use the right lane to enter or exit traffic or when you enter the road from a curb or
shoulder
Before you changing lanes: - Answer- Signal
- Check your mirrors (side and rearview mirrors)
- Check traffic behind and beside you
- Look over your shoulder in the direction you plan to move to make sure the lane is
clear
- Check your blind spots for other vehicles, motorcyclists and bicyclists. Do not let the
vehicle drift into another lane
Verified Actual Questions & Answers
for Guaranteed Pass | Newest
Update, .
List parts of your health that can affect your driving? - Answer- Vision: Be able to
notice hazards in different types of lighting judge distances, adjust to traffic speed and
read road signs
- Hearing: Hear horns, sirens, motorcycles or screeching tires that may alert you of
hazards. It's illegal to wear a headset or earplugs in both ears while driving
- Fatigue & Drowsiness: Can affect your vision and increase reaction time to hazards
- Physical & Mental: Be alert to quickly decide the correct course of action in any type of
traffic situation, including unexpected ones
- Medications: Prescription and over-the-counter medications can make you an unsafe
driver. Some medicines can make you sleepy. It's your responsibility to know the effects
of the medications you take
- Health: Physicians are required to report patients, who are at least 14 years old, to
DMV if they believe you have medical conditions that may affect your ability to drive
safely, such as lapse of consciousness
What is the steering wheel method on Hand-to-Hand Steering? (Push/Pull) -
Answer1) Start with your hands at 9 and 3 o'clock or 8 and 4 o'clock
2) Do not cross your hands over the middle of the steering wheel
3) Keep your hands in these positions, even when making turns
What is the steering wheel method on Hand-over-Hand Steering when you turn at low
speeds, park, or need to recover from a skid? - Answer1) Start with your hands at 8
and 4 o'clock
2) Reach across the steering wheel to grasp the opposite side
3) Let go of the steering wheel with your other hand
4) Reach across the arm still holding the wheel, grip the wheel, and pull up
What are two situations in a One-Handing Steering that may require steering with one
had? - Answer1) When you are turning while backing up to see where you are going
behind you. Place your hand at the 12 o'clock position on the steering wheel
,2) When you are operating vehicle controls that require you to remove a hand from the
steering wheel
If your signal lights aren't functioning or bright sunlight makes your signal lights hard to
see? - AnswerUse the hand-and-arm signals
Show me a hand signal when turning left, right, slow and stop? - AnswerTo slow
down, shake your bent left arm down
What other ways you should signal on the road? - Answer- At least 100 feet before
you turn
- Before every lane change
- At least five seconds before you change lanes on a freeway
- Before pulling next to the curb or away from the curb
- Even when you do not see other vehicles around you
- When you are almost through the intersection if you plan to turn shortly after crossing
the intersection
Car horn are important to let other drivers know you are there or warn others of a
hazard. Use your horn to: - Answer- To avoid collisions
- Alert oncoming traffic on narrow mountain roads where you cannot see at least 200
feet ahead
What's the difference between using your headlights (high to low beams) on 500 and
300 feet? - Answer- Within 500 feet of a vehicle coming toward you
- Within 300 feet of a vehicle you are following
What are the best ways to use your headlights? - Answer- When it is too dark to see
from 1,000 feet away
- Beginning 30 minutes after sunset
- Until 30 minutes before sunrise
- In adverse weather, use windshield wipers and low-beam headlights on fog, rain, or
snow
- When conditions (such as clouds, dust, smoke, or fog) prevent you from seeing other
vehicles
,- On mountain roads and tunnels (even on sunny days)
- When a road sign states that headlights must be on
- To help other drivers see your vehicle, especially when the sun is low on the horizon
Using emergency flashers on upcoming collisions or hazards ahead, what methods you
need to use to warn drivers? - Answer- Turn on your emergency flashers
- Lightly tap your brake pedal three or four times
- Use a hand signal when slowing and stopping
Using emergency flashers on stopping of vehicle trouble, what methods you need to
use? - Answer- Turn on your emergency flashers. If your vehicle does not have
emergency flashers, use your turn signals
- If possible, pull off the road away from all traffic
- If you cannot get completely off the road, stop where people can see you and your
vehicle from behind
- Do not stop just over a hill or just around a curve. Other drivers may not see your
vehicle in time to avoid a collision
- Call for emergency roadside assistance and stay in your vehicle until help arrives
Single Solid Yellow Line (SSYL) - AnswerMarks the center of a road with two-way
traffic
Double Solid Yellow Lines (DSYL) - AnswerA two or more feet apart barrier that mark
the center of the road and separate traffic traveling in two different directions. Passing is
not allowed in either direction. You may not cross the lines (Drive on/over, make a left
turn or make a U-turn across it), except at designated openings
Stay to the right of double solid yellow lines unless you are: - Answer- In a high-
occupancy vehicle (HOV) carpool lane that has a designated entrance on the left
- Instructed by construction or other signs to drive on the other side of the road because
your side is closed or blocked
- Turning left across a single set of double yellow lines to enter, exit a driveway, on a
private road or make a U-turn
Broken Yellow Line (BYL) - AnswerA broken yellow line indicates you may pass if the
broken line is next to your driving lane. Only pass when it is safe.
, Single Solid White Line (SSWL) - AnswerMarks traffic lanes going in the same
direction. This includes one-way streets.
Double Solid White Lines (DSWL) - AnswerIndicate a lane barrier between a regular
use and a preferential use lane, such as a carpool (HOV) lane. You may also see
double solid white lines in or near freeway on and off ramps. Never change lanes over
double solid white lines. Wait until you see a single broken white line
Broken White Lines (BWL) - AnswerSeparate traffic lanes on roads with two or more
lanes in the same direction
End of Lane Markings - AnswerEnding freeway and street lanes are usually marked
with large broken lines. If you are driving in a lane marked with broken lines, be
prepared to exit the freeway or for the lane to end. Look for a sign that tells you to exit
or merge.
Yield line - AnswerA solid white line of triangles that shows approaching vehicles
where to yield or stop. The triangles point towards approaching vehicles. A yield line is
often seen at the entrance of a roundabout.
Choosing a Lane - Answer- Traffic lanes are often referred to by number.
- The left or "fast" lane is called the "Number 1 Lane."
- The lane to the right of the "Number 1 Lane" is called the "Number 2 Lane," then the
"Number 3 Lane," etc.
When choosing a lane: - Answer- Use the left lane to pass or turn left
- Use the right lane to enter or exit traffic or when you enter the road from a curb or
shoulder
Before you changing lanes: - Answer- Signal
- Check your mirrors (side and rearview mirrors)
- Check traffic behind and beside you
- Look over your shoulder in the direction you plan to move to make sure the lane is
clear
- Check your blind spots for other vehicles, motorcyclists and bicyclists. Do not let the
vehicle drift into another lane
