Idaho DMV Practice Test 06

Idaho Practice Test 06

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If traffic on the other side of an intersection is backed up and you cannot get completely through, you must:

wait until traffic ahead is clear.

turn right instead of going straight through the intersection.

enter the intersection and proceed with caution.

enter the intersection and try to avoid blocking it.

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Speed limit signs are:

destination signs (guide signs)

regulatory signs

service signs

warning signs

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When a hazard is seen ahead, reaction distance:

equals total stopping distance minus perception distance.

is the sum of perception distance and braking distance.

is how far a vehicle will continue to travel, in ideal conditions, before the driver hits the brakes.

None of the above.

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When exiting a highway, you should slow down:

Once you have moved into the exit lane.

before moving into the exit lane.

once you see the toll booth.

when you first see the exit sign.

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If another car has stopped in an adjacent lane in the same direction of travel, you should:

speed up and pass the vehicle on the right.

pass the car on the left.

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

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

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If an intersection has crosswalk lines but no STOP line, where must you stop for a red light?

Before the stop line.

After the crosswalk.

Before the crosswalk.

On the crosswalk.

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Your BAC depends on:

your weight.

how much alcohol you drink.

how much time passes between drinks.

All of the above.

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Your brake lights tell other drivers that you:

are changing lanes.

are making a turn.

have your emergency brake on.

are slowing down or stopping.

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When two cars arrive at an intersection with no signs or signals at the same time, which car has the right-of-way?

The car approaching from the right.

The car that is traveling faster.

The car approaching from the left.

The car in which the driver sounds the horn.

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When are you required to stop at a railroad crossing even if no train is visible?

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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Worn tires:

can make turning more difficult.

may cause you to hydroplane even with very little water on the road.

can increase your stopping distance.

All of the above.

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When approaching a curve, remember to:

drive at the posted speed limit throughout the curve.

slow down before entering the curve.

accelerate slightly before entering the curve.

drive at the posted speed limit as you enter the curve, then slow down gradually.

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Gauging the speed of a motorcycle may be difficult because:

motorcycles often slow down by downshifting.

motorcycles are slower than cars.

many motorcyclists do not activate the brake light.

motorcycles take up less of your field of vision.

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To avoid crashes with vehicles in your blind spots, you should:

adjust your rear-view mirrors every few minutes.

sound your horn right before turning or changing lanes.

quickly turn your head to see if your blind spot is clear, before changing lanes.

None of the above.

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Drinking alcohol while taking drugs can:

have a less pronounced effect than either taken separately.

improve concentration.

have a more pronounced effect than either taken separately.

improve your driving performance.

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You must yield to pedestrians when:

the pedestrian is a blind person walking with a guide dog or white cane.

you are entering a street from an alley or driveway.

the pedestrian is in an unmarked crosswalk at an intersection.

All of the above.

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Which sign has white letters on a red background?

School zone

Yield

Speed limit

Stop

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When a stop is required at an intersection with no stop line or crosswalk:

Drivers should stop only at a place where the driver can see at least 100 feet on either side.

Drivers should stop at the point nearest the intersecting roadway where the driver has a view of approaching traffic on the intersecting roadway before actually entering the roadway.

Drivers are not required to stop.

Drivers are required to slow down to make sure crossing traffic is clear.

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What is the first thing you should do if your wheels move off the pavement?

Pull over to the right and sound your horn to warn the other drivers.

Ease your foot off the gas pedal and brake gently.

Pull the steering wheel back.

Try pumping the gas pedal to increase pressure.

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As you drive on the expressway, make sure:

your directional signal goes off before you change lanes.

to signal all lane changes.

you cut off vehicles behind you when you change lanes.

All of the above.

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When driving on a wet road:

you should follow the vehicle ahead of you more closely.

as you drive faster, your tires may lose traction.

as you decrease your speed, the road becomes more slippery.

you must be aware that the pavement gets even more slippery when it's been raining for long periods of time.

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At night, it is hardest to see:

pedestrians.

road signs.

street lights.

other motorists.

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________ is the only effective way to reduce your Blood Alcohol Content (BAC).

Time

Eating food

Drinking coffee

Taking a cold shower

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The ‘Slower Traffic Keep Right’ sign is used:

on multilane highways.

in school zones.

at most intersections.

at roundabouts.

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You may not pass another vehicle on either side of a _______ centerline.

solid or broken yellow

single broken white

single broken yellow

double solid yellow

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A flashing yellow light means:

The light will soon change from green to red.

Drive with caution.

Yield the right-of-way to other traffic at the intersection.

You have the right-of-way.

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When driving through a curve, you should:

slow as you enter, speed up as you exit.

stay near the right of your lane.

speed up as you enter, slow down as you exit.

maintain constant speed.

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When they see a crossbuck sign, drivers:

must always come to a complete stop.

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

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

must cross the intersection immdiately.

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What should you do when an aggressive driver confronts you?

Avoid eye contact with the aggressive driver.

Make eye contact.

Return gestures and shouts.

Challenge the aggressive driver with increased speed.

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The effects of alcohol on driving include:

None of the above.

Improved judgement.

Improved coordination.

Better reflexes.

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