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Oregon Practice Test 13

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Do vehicles entering a traffic circle or rotary have the right-of-way over those already inside?

Only if the light is green.

Yes, but only if they are entering the rotary from the right lane.

No. Vehicles already in the circle have the right-of-way.

Yes.

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In what situations should drivers use their horn?

when feeling angry or upset.

to alert other drivers that they made a mistake.

if a driver is moving slowly, and you want them to drive faster.

only when necessary, to avoid collisions.

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What is the proper way to enter a freeway exit ramp?

pass slower vehicles on the right.

slow down before entering the exit ramp.

don't slow down on the freeway itself. Wait until you are in the deceleration lane.

don't slow down on the freeway itself, and maintain your speed once in the exit ramp.

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How is a safe following distance from the vehicle ahead defined?

5-10 seconds.

One second.

4-6 seconds.

2-4 seconds.

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What should you do when approaching an oncoming vehicle with blinding headlights?

dim your lights, then speed up and pass quickly.

look toward the right side of the road.

use your emergency flashers to warn the other driver.

look toward the left side of the road.

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If smoke starts coming from under the hood, what actions should you take?

Call the fire department and then pull off the road and park your vehicle.

Pull off the road and park your vehicle. Turn off the ignition, get away from the car and call the fire department.

Try to fight the fire yourself.

Jump off your car immediately, if it is safe to do so.

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What do flashing red lights on a school bus signify?

Traffic that approaches from either direction may proceed.

The bus is stopped to load or discharge passengers.

The bus is about to stop.

You must pass the school bus.

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Are two motorcyclists allowed to ride side by side in the same lane?

ride side-by-side in a single lane.

race on empty roads.

exceed the posted speed limit when driving on expressways.

share the lane with another vehicle.

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How can drivers prevent the need for an emergency stop while driving in traffic?

drive in the right lane only.

sound their horn to warn other drivers.

drive slower than the flow of traffic.

look ahead and maintain a safe following distance.

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When approaching a railroad crossing without a visible train, when are you required to stop?

if a crossing gate is lowered.

if the crossing lights are flashing.

if a stop sign is posted.

All of the above.

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What should drivers do when they see a crossbuck sign?

must always come to a complete stop.

must slow down and wait for the red lights to flash.

must cross the intersection immdiately.

are legally required to yield the right of way to trains.

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__________ are blue with white letters and symbols.

Warning signs

Destination signs (guide signs)

Service signs

Regulatory signs

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Is it legal to have an open container of alcohol inside a motor vehicle, whether on or off the highway?

acceptable to drink alcoholic beverages if you are not driving.

illegal to drink from, but permissible to transport, open containers of alcohol in the passenger compartment.

permissible to drink a moderate amount of alcohol when driving with a passenger.

illegal to keep an open container of alcohol in the passenger compartment.

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What do diamond-shaped road signs indicate?

are used to warn drivers of hazards on roadways.

indicate no pass zones.

typically provide guidance to drivers.

All of the above.

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What should a driver do when approaching an intersection?

must drive straight through the intersection, even if another vehicle is already in the intersection.

must yield the right-of-way to traffic already in the intersection.

has the right-of-way over traffic already in the intersection.

None of the above.

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Which of the following does NOT impact the stopping distance of your vehicle?

Braking distance.

Reaction distance.

Perception time.

Steering ability.

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What factors determine the amount of space needed to cross traffic safely?

number of cars in front of you.

number of cars behind you.

presence of a yield sign.

road and weather conditions and oncoming traffic.

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If a vehicle in the adjacent lane has stopped while traveling in the same direction, what should you do?

tap your horn to let the other driver know you are passing.

be careful in case the other vehicle has stopped for a pedestrian.

speed up and pass the vehicle on the right.

pass the car on the left.

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If you hear a siren nearby but cannot locate the emergency vehicle, what is the proper response?

Stop immediately and activate your emergency flashers.

Keep driving until you are sure the emergency vehicle is headed toward you.

Pull over to the right side of the road and stop until you are sure the emergency vehicle is not headed toward you.

Stop only if you are sure that the vehicle is headed toward you in the opposite lane.

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If the traffic light is green and you want to proceed straight through an intersection, but another car is already inside making a turn, what should you do?

wait for the next green light.

drive through the intersection. You have the right-of-way.

enter the intersection and then stop.

let that car complete its turn before you enter the intersection.

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Which statement about Anti-lock Braking Systems (ABS) is incorrect?

It improves the steering ability.

It improves the vehicle stability.

It helps increase your stopping distance.

It's an automobile safety system.

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How should you proceed when approaching an intersection with a flashing red light?

stop at the intersection and wait for a flashing green light.

slow down and drive carefully through the intersection.

stop at the intersection, then proceed when safe and observe the right-of-way rules.

stop only if cars are approaching the intersection.

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Under what circumstances is passing on the right allowed?

when a vehicle ahead makes a left turn.

when passing is restricted by parked cars.

when a vehicle ahead makes a right turn.

when a vehicle that is approaching from the opposite direction is prepared to turn left.

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What type of road signs have black lettering on a yellow or orange background?

Warning signs (diamond)

Regulatory signs (vertical rectangle)

Railroad advance warning signs (round)

None of the above.

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