Minnesota Driving Rules and Regulations Quiz!

1. If you speed in marked construction zones, your fines will:

Increase by 70%

Triple

Double

Increase by 150%

None of the above

If you speed in marked construction zones, your fines will double. This means that the amount of the fine will be multiplied by 2. So, if the original fine amount is X, the fine for speeding in a marked construction zone will be 2X.

Explanation

If you speed in marked construction zones, your fines will double. This means that the amount of the fine will be multiplied by 2. So, if the original fine amount is X, the fine for speeding in a marked construction zone will be 2X.

2. At many intersections, you may make a right turn while the traffic light is red

TRUE

FALSE

In some jurisdictions, there are specific situations where drivers are allowed to make a right turn on red, even when the traffic light is red. This is known as a "right turn on red" rule. However, it is important to note that this rule may not apply universally and can vary depending on local traffic laws and regulations. It is always advisable to familiarize oneself with the specific rules of the area in which they are driving.

Explanation

In some jurisdictions, there are specific situations where drivers are allowed to make a right turn on red, even when the traffic light is red. This is known as a "right turn on red" rule. However, it is important to note that this rule may not apply universally and can vary depending on local traffic laws and regulations. It is always advisable to familiarize oneself with the specific rules of the area in which they are driving.

3. You may be required to reduce your speed in many driving situations. It is important to remember that increasing speed

Decreases your field of vision

Puts you at greater risk of being involved in a crash

Is sometimes necessary, and cannot be done responsibly

B and C

A and B

Increasing speed decreases your field of vision and puts you at greater risk of being involved in a crash. It is important to remember these factors when driving and to reduce your speed in many driving situations.

Explanation

Increasing speed decreases your field of vision and puts you at greater risk of being involved in a crash. It is important to remember these factors when driving and to reduce your speed in many driving situations.

4. All of the following statements are true EXCEPT:

You must slow down when you approach or pass a stopped emergency vehicle with its emergency lights flashing.

Bad weather and poor road conditions are other situations in which drivers are required to slow down.

A surcharge of not less than $50 is added to the speeding fine if you violate this law.

You must slow down for a flag person, pedestrians, barricades, and flares or reflectors on the road.

A surcharge of not less than $25 is added to the speeding fine if you violate this law. NOT $50

Explanation

A surcharge of not less than $25 is added to the speeding fine if you violate this law. NOT $50

5. Slow down before making turns. Signal your intent, before the turn at least:

30 feet

50 feet

100 feet

When making turns, it is important to slow down to ensure safety. Signaling your intent by using your vehicle's turn signal is crucial to alert other drivers of your intention to turn. The correct answer states that you should signal your intent at least 100 feet before making the turn. This distance allows other drivers enough time to react and adjust their driving accordingly. By signaling early, you are promoting safe and efficient traffic flow.

Explanation

When making turns, it is important to slow down to ensure safety. Signaling your intent by using your vehicle's turn signal is crucial to alert other drivers of your intention to turn. The correct answer states that you should signal your intent at least 100 feet before making the turn. This distance allows other drivers enough time to react and adjust their driving accordingly. By signaling early, you are promoting safe and efficient traffic flow.

6. Your driving privileges will be revoked for a minimum of six months if you are caught driving in excess of:

Speed

80 MHP

90 MHP

100 MHP

120 MHP

If you are caught driving in excess of 100 MHP, your driving privileges will be revoked for a minimum of six months. This means that if you are driving at a speed higher than 100 miles per hour, you will face severe consequences such as losing your ability to legally drive for a significant period of time. It is important to adhere to speed limits and drive responsibly to ensure the safety of yourself and others on the road.

Explanation

If you are caught driving in excess of 100 MHP, your driving privileges will be revoked for a minimum of six months. This means that if you are driving at a speed higher than 100 miles per hour, you will face severe consequences such as losing your ability to legally drive for a significant period of time. It is important to adhere to speed limits and drive responsibly to ensure the safety of yourself and others on the road.

7. The Following are TRUE statements about Vehicle Requirements EXCEPT:

All cars and trucks must have airbags and antilock brake systems.

All private passenger vehicles must have front and rear bumpers.

Your motor vehicle must have a working horn.

Headlights, Taillights, License Plate Light, Turn Signals

Airbags and antilock brake systems are not required by law

Explanation

Airbags and antilock brake systems are not required by law

8. While waiting to turn: I Keep your wheels straight and your foot on the floor II Continue signalling until you begin your turn III Continue signalling until you finished your turn IV Keep your wheels straight and your foot on the brake

I only

II only

II and III

II and IV

I amd IV

Improper turns cause many traffic crashes. Move safely into the correct lane well ahead of the place where you will make the actual turn.
• Slow down before making turns. Signal your intent, at least 100
feet before the turn. Signals let pedestrians and drivers know what
you plan to do.
• While waiting to turn, keep your wheels straight and your foot on
the brake. If your vehicle is struck from the rear, you will be less
likely to be pushed into oncoming traffic.
• Continue signalling until you begin your turn.
• Do not make sudden turns from the wrong lane of traffic.

Explanation

Improper turns cause many traffic crashes. Move safely into the correct lane well ahead of the place where you will make the actual turn.
• Slow down before making turns. Signal your intent, at least 100
feet before the turn. Signals let pedestrians and drivers know what
you plan to do.
• While waiting to turn, keep your wheels straight and your foot on
the brake. If your vehicle is struck from the rear, you will be less
likely to be pushed into oncoming traffic.
• Continue signalling until you begin your turn.
• Do not make sudden turns from the wrong lane of traffic.

9. The following Minnesota speed limits apply under ideal driving conditions unless traffic signs indicate otherwise:

The given answer states that the speed limit is 10 mph in alleys, 30 mph on urban or town roads, and 55 mph in all other locations not specified in the list. This means that when driving in alleys, the maximum speed allowed is 10 mph. On urban or town roads, the speed limit is 30 mph. And for all other locations not mentioned, the speed limit is 55 mph.

Explanation

The given answer states that the speed limit is 10 mph in alleys, 30 mph on urban or town roads, and 55 mph in all other locations not specified in the list. This means that when driving in alleys, the maximum speed allowed is 10 mph. On urban or town roads, the speed limit is 30 mph. And for all other locations not mentioned, the speed limit is 55 mph.

10. The following are true statements about LEFT turns EXCEPT

You may make a left turn from a one-way street onto another one-way street while the traffic light is red.

Traffic must be permitted to travel in the direction in which you are turning.

The given answer is correct because it contradicts the other statements provided. According to the answer, it is not permissible to make a left turn from a one-way street onto another one-way street while the traffic light is red. This means that the statement contradicts the other statements which suggest that such a turn is allowed under certain conditions. Therefore, the answer correctly identifies the statement that does not belong with the others.

Explanation

The given answer is correct because it contradicts the other statements provided. According to the answer, it is not permissible to make a left turn from a one-way street onto another one-way street while the traffic light is red. This means that the statement contradicts the other statements which suggest that such a turn is allowed under certain conditions. Therefore, the answer correctly identifies the statement that does not belong with the others.

11. Parking is not allowed in the following areas EXCEPT 1• Within intersections. 2• On a crosswalk or sidewalk. 3• Within 20 feet of a crosswalk at an intersection. 4• Within 30 feet of any flashing light, stop sign, or traffic control signal located at the side of a public road. 5• Within 50 feet of the nearest rail of a railroad crossing. 6• Within 10 feet of a fire hydrant. 7• In front of the stores. 8• Alongside or across the street from an excavation site or obstacle if parking would obstruct traffic. 9• At the street end of a dead end. 10• On any bridge. 11• Within any highway tunnel. 12• On the traffic side of any vehicle parked at a curb or at the edge of a highway (known as "double parking"). 13• Besides a curb that is painted yellow, or where the official "No Parking" signs are posted.

1 and 9

2 and 10

1 and 9

7 and 9

7 and 4

The asterisk * indicates the changed statement

Parking is not allowed in the following areas:
• Within intersections.
• On a crosswalk or sidewalk.
• Within 20 feet of a crosswalk at an intersection.
• Within 30 feet of any flashing light, stop sign, or traffic control
signal located at the side of a public road.
• Within 50 feet of the nearest rail of a railroad crossing.
• Within 10 feet of a fire hydrant.
*• In front of mailboxes.
• Alongside or across the street from an excavation site or obstacle
if parking would obstruct traffic.
*• At the street end of a driveway.
• On any bridge.
• Within any highway tunnel.
• On the traffic side of any vehicle parked at a curb or at the edge of a highway (known as “double parking”).
• Beside a curb that is painted yellow, or where the official “No Parking”
signs are posted.

Explanation

The asterisk * indicates the changed statement

Parking is not allowed in the following areas:
• Within intersections.
• On a crosswalk or sidewalk.
• Within 20 feet of a crosswalk at an intersection.
• Within 30 feet of any flashing light, stop sign, or traffic control
signal located at the side of a public road.
• Within 50 feet of the nearest rail of a railroad crossing.
• Within 10 feet of a fire hydrant.
*• In front of mailboxes.
• Alongside or across the street from an excavation site or obstacle
if parking would obstruct traffic.
*• At the street end of a driveway.
• On any bridge.
• Within any highway tunnel.
• On the traffic side of any vehicle parked at a curb or at the edge of a highway (known as “double parking”).
• Beside a curb that is painted yellow, or where the official “No Parking”
signs are posted.

12. You must have an endorsement on your license in order to drive:

A car whose insurance requires it

Motorcycles, buses, school buses, double and triple trailers, tank vehicles, and if you carry hazardous materials.

A vehicle for a parade

All of the above

None of the above

All endorsements require additional knowledge tests. Bus, school bus, and motorcycle endorsements require specialized road tests.

Explanation

All endorsements require additional knowledge tests. Bus, school bus, and motorcycle endorsements require specialized road tests.

13. A driver who approaches an intersection at an unlawful speed will:

Need additional time to stop

Lose right-of-way privilages

Be responsible for entering intersection safely

Will have to turn immediately

All of the above

When a driver approaches an intersection at an unlawful speed, they are not only violating traffic laws but also putting themselves and others at risk. By exceeding the speed limit, the driver will have less control over their vehicle and will require additional time to stop. This means that they may not be able to react in time to avoid a collision if necessary. Additionally, losing right-of-way privileges is a consequence of breaking traffic laws, as it is a way to enforce safety and order on the roads. Therefore, the correct answer is that a driver who approaches an intersection at an unlawful speed will lose right-of-way privileges.

Explanation

When a driver approaches an intersection at an unlawful speed, they are not only violating traffic laws but also putting themselves and others at risk. By exceeding the speed limit, the driver will have less control over their vehicle and will require additional time to stop. This means that they may not be able to react in time to avoid a collision if necessary. Additionally, losing right-of-way privileges is a consequence of breaking traffic laws, as it is a way to enforce safety and order on the roads. Therefore, the correct answer is that a driver who approaches an intersection at an unlawful speed will lose right-of-way privileges.

14. You may drive a motor vehicle on public roads in Minnesota without a valid Minnesota driver's license or permit, if you meet one of these exceptions: You are a non-resident who is at least 15 years of age and have in your possession a valid driver's license issued to you in your home state or country. II You are 18 or older III You temporarily drive a farm tractor or other farm implement on a public roadway. IV You are operating a snowmobile.

I only

I, II and III

I, III, IV

IV only

All of the above

You may drive a motor vehicle on public roads in Minnesota without
a valid Minnesota driverʼs license or permit, if:

You are a nonresident who is at least 15 years of age and have in
your possession a valid driver's license issued to you in your home
state or country.

• You have become a resident of Minnesota and have in your
possession a valid driverʼs license issued to you by another state
or Canadian province or by military authorities of the United
States. In this case, you have 60 days after becoming a resident to
obtain your Minnesota license or permit.

• You have a valid commercial driverʼs license from another state.
In this case, you may drive a commercial motor vehicle for up to
30 days after moving to Minnesota.

• You are employed by, or in service to, the U.S. government and
you are driving or operating (for military purposes), a commercial
a motor vehicle owned or leased by the U.S. government.

• You are not a Minnesota resident, are at least 18 years of age, your
home country does not require drivers to be licensed, and
the vehicle you drive is registered for the current year in your home
country. You may legally drive this vehicle in Minnesota for
not more than 90 days in any calendar year without a valid license
or permit.

• You temporarily drive a farm tractor or other farm implement
on a public roadway.

• You are operating a snowmobile.

Regardless of your age

Explanation

You may drive a motor vehicle on public roads in Minnesota without
a valid Minnesota driverʼs license or permit, if:

You are a nonresident who is at least 15 years of age and have in
your possession a valid driver's license issued to you in your home
state or country.

• You have become a resident of Minnesota and have in your
possession a valid driverʼs license issued to you by another state
or Canadian province or by military authorities of the United
States. In this case, you have 60 days after becoming a resident to
obtain your Minnesota license or permit.

• You have a valid commercial driverʼs license from another state.
In this case, you may drive a commercial motor vehicle for up to
30 days after moving to Minnesota.

• You are employed by, or in service to, the U.S. government and
you are driving or operating (for military purposes), a commercial
a motor vehicle owned or leased by the U.S. government.

• You are not a Minnesota resident, are at least 18 years of age, your
home country does not require drivers to be licensed, and
the vehicle you drive is registered for the current year in your home
country. You may legally drive this vehicle in Minnesota for
not more than 90 days in any calendar year without a valid license
or permit.

• You temporarily drive a farm tractor or other farm implement
on a public roadway.

• You are operating a snowmobile.

Regardless of your age

15. Commercial Driver's Licenses are: I Class A and B II Class C and D III Class B and C IV Class C

I only

II only

I and III

I and IV

II and III

Commercial Driver’s Licenses

Class A, B and C licenses are called commercial driver's licenses
(CDL). A CDL allows you to drive all Class D vehicles, in addition to
certain types of vehicles included in each driverʼs license class.
Class C License With a hazardous materials endorsement, a Class C license holder may transport hazardous materials in a Class D vehicle. With a tanker endorsement, you may carry hazardous liquid or gaseous materials in a permanently-mounted or portable tank. With a school bus endorsement, you may operate a school bus designed to transport 15 or fewer passengers, including the driver.

Explanation

Commercial Driver’s Licenses

Class A, B and C licenses are called commercial driver's licenses
(CDL). A CDL allows you to drive all Class D vehicles, in addition to
certain types of vehicles included in each driverʼs license class.
Class C License With a hazardous materials endorsement, a Class C license holder may transport hazardous materials in a Class D vehicle. With a tanker endorsement, you may carry hazardous liquid or gaseous materials in a permanently-mounted or portable tank. With a school bus endorsement, you may operate a school bus designed to transport 15 or fewer passengers, including the driver.

Minnesota Driving Rules And Regulations Quiz!