Wv DMV Practice Test 2
- 1.
You can avoid dangerous last minute maneuvers by looking _______ ahead of your vehicle at all times.
- A.
10 to 15 seconds
- B.
20 to 25 seconds
- C.
15 to 30 seconds
- D.
I never stop for school buses
Correct Answer
A. 10 to 15 secondsExplanation
10 to 15 seconds is an ideal amount of time and length ahead of you and adjusts along with your speed. 20 to 25 seconds is too far ahead and 15 to 30 is too much range to observe.Rate this question:
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- 2.
What should you do if there is an emergency vehicle with flashing light behind you while you are in an intersection?
- A.
Move to the left lane and stop.
- B.
Move to the right lane and stop.
- C.
Cross the intersection, proceed to the right lane and stop as soon as you can.
- D.
Continue through the intersection as slow as possible, and then stop.
Correct Answer
C. Cross the intersection, proceed to the right lane and stop as soon as you can.Explanation
When you are at an intersection, you are in the middle of everything. If you notice there is an emergency vehicle coming, crossing the intersection and getting into the right lane will allow the emergency vehicle to proceed without having to adjust it's own course and get you to safety.Rate this question:
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- 3.
Please read the following statements and select which one is true for when you should use your turn signals.
- A.
You only need to use your turn signals when pulling away from the curb.
- B.
You must use your turn signals when pulling up to the curb but are not required to be used when pulling away from the curb.
- C.
You must use your turn signal when pulling up to and away from any curb.
- D.
I'm from Ohio, we don't use turn signals.
Correct Answer
C. You must use your turn signal when pulling up to and away from any curb.Explanation
You always use your blinker when you are changing lanes, turning in intersections, or pulling away from the curb or parking to the curb.Rate this question:
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- 4.
You must obey instructions from crossing-guards when:
- A.
You must always obey school crossing-guards
- B.
Directly before and after school hours.
- C.
There are children present.
Correct Answer
A. You must always obey school crossing-guardsExplanation
School crossing guards are just like police officers. You wouldn't want to do something they told you not to do, right?Rate this question:
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- 5.
Before you make a left hand turn you must signal continuously during the last ___ feet before the turn.
- A.
25
- B.
50
- C.
100
- D.
0
Correct Answer
C. 100Explanation
This gives ample time to the person behind you as well as anyone who can see the front of your car to know which direction you are going.Rate this question:
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- 6.
When merging on to the interstate (freeway) you must accelerate to:
- A.
A speed just below the posted speed limit.
- B.
A speed which matches the flow of traffic
- C.
The posted speed limit
Correct Answer
B. A speed which matches the flow of trafficExplanation
Not everyone is going the speed limit. If you match the flow of traffic, you will be able to effectively and safely merge into traffic.Rate this question:
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- 7.
If you see a solid yellow line next to a broken yellow line this means:
- A.
That vehicles may pass in all directions
- B.
That vehicles next to the solid yellow line may pass
- C.
That only vehicles next to the broken line may pass.
Correct Answer
C. That only vehicles next to the broken line may pass.Explanation
Solid yellow lines mean you cannot pass for any reason, unless you are turning off the road to the left. Broken Yellow lines mean you can pass if it is safe to do so.Rate this question:
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- 8.
If you are driving and a dust storm blows across the freeway causing reduced visibility, you should reduce your speed and turn on your:
- A.
Emergency Flashers
- B.
Parking lights
- C.
Head lights
- D.
Horn
Correct Answer
C. Head lightsExplanation
You should also turn on your headlights if it raining. This helps increase the visibility for you and help others see your vehicle. Emergency flashers are to be used if there is something wrong with your vehicle.Rate this question:
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- 9.
What is the best answer if your car is equipped with a passenger side airbag?
- A.
Use the rear-facing child restraint system in the front passenger seat.
- B.
It is OK for small children to ride in the front passenger seat of your car.
- C.
Small children should ride in the back seat.
Correct Answer
C. Small children should ride in the back seat.Explanation
Small children could be hurt severely from any airbag. The back seat has no airbags and is safer.Rate this question:
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- 10.
Scenario: You are traveling 30mph, someone pulls out in front of you and you need to stop immediately. Approximately how far will your car go in 1.5 seconds before you can react and start braking?
- A.
33 feet
- B.
66 feet
- C.
210 feet
- D.
150 feet
Correct Answer
B. 66 feetExplanation
This is a worded math problem. You will hardly ever be able to accurately judge the length of the distance you'll go when you're driving, but think of it as going 1 car length per second (which is about 13 feet) at 30 mph and 2 car lengths per second at 60 mph.Rate this question:
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- 11.
If you're driving on an Interstate (freeway) and a car is attempting to merge into your lane, you should:
- A.
If possible, safely make room for the merging vehicle.
- B.
Accelerate quickly to get out of merging vehicles way.
- C.
Reduce your speed quickly so the other vehicle can merge.
- D.
Do nothing.
Correct Answer
A. If possible, safely make room for the merging vehicle.Explanation
Safety first! If you accelerate quickly you make break the speed limit or hit the vehicle ahead of you. If you reduce your speed, you may get hit by the vehicle behind you or you may impede (slow) the flow of traffic (both of which impeding and accelerating may get you a ticket). Doing nothing could cause you and the merging vehicle to collide.Rate this question:
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- 12.
Driving off the paved roadway to pass another vehicle is allowed when:
- A.
There is enough room on the should to do so safely.
- B.
The vehicle you are attempting to pass is turning left.
- C.
You may never drive off the paved roadway to pass.
- D.
When I have 4x4 turned on.
Correct Answer
C. You may never drive off the paved roadway to pass.Explanation
Driving off the roadway may cause you to lose control of your vehicle if you go of the roadway due to the loose ground or uneven ground.Rate this question:
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- 13.
Which of the following statements is true about blind spots?
- A.
You can eliminate your blind spots by using your two outside mirrors.
- B.
Tractor trailers and large vehicles have blind spots which are larger than most passenger vehicles.
- C.
The proper use of all 3 mirrors will eliminate your blind spot.
- D.
Blind spots? I'm invincible.
Correct Answer
B. Tractor trailers and large vehicles have blind spots which are larger than most passenger vehicles.Explanation
No matter how you adjust your mirrors, you will always have a blind spot. This also applies to tractor trailers. Since they are a much larger vehicle, they also have much larger areas of blind spots.Rate this question:
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- 14.
At what time are you allowed to pass a school bus?
- A.
If another driver signals you to proceed.
- B.
If the school bus is not in motion and the red lights are flashing.
- C.
If the school bus is in motion.
- D.
All of the above
Correct Answer
C. If the school bus is in motion.Explanation
If you pass a school bus while it's stopped, you have the potential of hitting a child or student because the buss stops to let children off. The other driver doesn't know what the school bus is going to do and the only time you can pass a school bus is when it's moving, then it is treated like any other vehicle.Rate this question:
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- 15.
At what distance should you stop when you see active crossing devices at the railroad crossing?
- A.
A maximum of 50 feet and a minimum of 15 feet from the nearest railroad track.
- B.
At least 30 feet but not more than 100 feet from the nearest track.
- C.
At least 30 feet but not more than 50 feet from the nearest track.
Correct Answer
A. A maximum of 50 feet and a minimum of 15 feet from the nearest railroad track.Explanation
This is when the rails are actually blocking your path across the tracks. If you are too far back, you may block vehicles behind you and cause a traffic problem. If you're too close, your vehicle may jump forward or something will come off the train (if it hauling something) and will collide with your vehicle.Rate this question:
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- 16.
What should you do if your car starts hydroplaning or skidding?
- A.
Turn the wheel firm and sharp
- B.
Try to gradually lower your speed
- C.
Step firm on the brake
- D.
YEEEEHHHHAWWWWW BBBAAABBBYYY!
- E.
Try to steer off or away from the road.
Correct Answer
B. Try to gradually lower your speedExplanation
Hydroplaning is when your car is slipping on wet roads. Turning your wheel sharp will cause your car to go even more out of control. Stepping firm on the brakes will lock you tires up (stop them from spinning) and you will continue to slide even more. Steering off the road will probably make you hit something or wreck your car. Gradually lowering your speed will allow your tires to regain friction (grip) with the road and allow you to gain control of your car again.Rate this question:
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- 17.
Choose the best answer for driving on a slippery surface with snow or ice.
- A.
Allow less space than usual between you and the car in front of you
- B.
Use your parking lights
- C.
Pump your brakes to keep them from freezing.
- D.
Drive slowly to avoid sudden turns or stops
Correct Answer
D. Drive slowly to avoid sudden turns or stopsExplanation
Driving slowly allows for more control of your vehicle, especially for avoiding sudden turns and stops. Pumping your brakes will cause you to slide and allowing less space will reduce your reaction time and cause you to "suddenly stop", which really is just sliding on the ice.Rate this question:
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- 18.
Who has the right-of-way at an “unmarked” crosswalk?
- A.
Bicyclists only
- B.
The pedestrian
- C.
Drivers only
- D.
Whoever arrives first
Correct Answer
B. The pedestrianExplanation
Pedestrians always have the right of way. They have the least amount of protection in a collision.Rate this question:
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- 19.
What type of signs control traffic speed?
- A.
Warning
- B.
Regulatory
- C.
Directional
- D.
Service
Correct Answer
B. RegulatoryExplanation
A warning sign is like a construction sign. Directional tells you which way the road is going to go. Service is what type of gas stations or restaurants are at the next exit.Rate this question:
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- 20.
Parking is prohibited?
- A.
Within 15 feet of a fire hydrant
- B.
Within 50 feet of a crosswalk at an intersection
- C.
Within 30 feet of the nearest rail of a railroad crossing
- D.
All of the above
Correct Answer
A. Within 15 feet of a fire hydrantExplanation
If you park in front of a fire hydrant, not only will you get ticketed, but if the fire department needs that hydrant they can bust out your windows and the cost would soley be on you. 50 feet is a long distance from a crosswalk and intersection (about 4-5 carlengths) and there are houses that are within 30 feet of railroads.Rate this question:
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- 21.
What is the penalty for first offense of driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs?
- A.
3 years in the State penitentiary and fined $3000 dollars.
- B.
6 months to 1 year in the County jail and fined $1000 dollars.
- C.
2 years in the County jail and fined $3000 dollars
- D.
24 hours to 6 months in the County jail and fined $100 dollars.
Correct Answer
D. 24 hours to 6 months in the County jail and fined $100 dollars.Explanation
second offense is 6 months to a year, third is 2 years, and the last is 3 years in the state penitentiary (prison)Rate this question:
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- 22.
The road is the most dangerous?
- A.
After it rains
- B.
While it is raining
- C.
When it begins to rain
- D.
All of the answers are correct.
Correct Answer
C. When it begins to rainExplanation
The reason being is that when it starts to rain, the water breaks up all the oil and slippery stuff on the ground which makes the roads extremely slick. After it's rained for a bit, it "washes" the slippery stuff off the roads and is a little bit safer than when it just began to rain.Rate this question:
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- 23.
What shape is a stop sign?
- A.
Octagon
- B.
Round
- C.
Square
- D.
Rectangular
Correct Answer
A. OctagonExplanation
All stop signs are red and have 8 sides (which are octagons). Square signs are usually speed limits, rectangular are usually service signs, and round signs are usually warning signs.Rate this question:
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- 24.
A policeman is at a traffic light and motions you through a red light, do you?
- A.
Wait for a green light
- B.
Obey the police officer and go through the red light
- C.
Run over the police officer
- D.
Sound you horn after the light turns green to alert the officer
Correct Answer
B. Obey the police officer and go through the red lightExplanation
Always listen to the police officer. He is law enforcement and peace keeper.Rate this question:
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- 25.
When making a right hand turn at a red light?
- A.
Turn on your turn signal and turn
- B.
Turn right only after the light turns green
- C.
Yield the right of way to oncoming traffic, then turn right after the lane is clear
- D.
Turn on your hazard lights and turn right
Correct Answer
C. Yield the right of way to oncoming traffic, then turn right after the lane is clearExplanation
The traffic that has the green light always has the right of way. You may turn right if there is no traffic where the green light is.Rate this question:
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