Idaho DMV Practice Test 08

Idaho Practice Test 08

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When passing other vehicles, drivers should:

pass the vehicle as slowly as possible.

apply the brake and slow down.

make sure the passing lane is clear of traffic, and check behind and to the left to make sure another vehicle is not attempting to pass.

All of the above.

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To avoid becoming an aggressive driver, you should:

Adjust your schedule to drive during times with the most highway traffic.

Listen to heavy metal music.

Allow enough travel time to reach your destination on schedule.

None of the above.

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When you prepare to make a left turn from a one-way road into a one-way road, you must:

move into the right lane, or to the right side of a single lane.

move into the right lane, or to the left side of a single lane.

move into the left lane, or to the left side of a single lane.

None of the above.

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When changing lanes, you should not:

check to see if other drivers are moving into the same lane.

rely on the inside rearview mirror to check for blind spots.

check your side and rear view mirrors.

signal your intentions early.

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BAC is expressed in:

percentage of blood to alcohol.

ounces of alcohol in your blood.

AAI (Acute Alcohol Intoxication) level.

percentage of alcohol to blood.

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When parked facing downhill, your front wheels should be turned:

toward the curb.

away from the curb.

in any direction.

parallel to the curb.

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You should increase your following distance when:

following a motorcycle.

exiting a freeway.

driving behind a large vehicle that blocks your vision.

All of the above.

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When driving in heavy traffic, you should:

drive slower than the flow of traffic.

drive faster than the flow of traffic.

maintain a constant speed.

drive with the flow of traffic.

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Which of the following is the most effective safety restraint in a traffic crash?

Lap and shoulder belt only

Pumping the brakes.

A combination of lap/shoulder belt and air bag.

Air bag only

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Work zone signs:

mean that drivers should drive faster to get out of the work zone.

mean that road conditions will improve soon.

mean that drivers must come to a complete stop and back up.

provide information on road work or other temporary road conditions.

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To pass a bicyclist traveling in the same direction on a two-lane road without bicycle lanes, you should:

slow down and wait until there is no oncoming traffic, then pass the bicyclist leaving him or her sufficient space.

not pass the bicyclist until you come to a traffic signal or stop sign.

honk at the bicyclist to let him or her know you are about to pass.

continue driving straight, it is the bicyclist’s responsibility to get out of your way.

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Road signs that direct drivers to services are:

black and white.

brown and white.

green and white.

blue and white.

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It is important for drivers to know that trucks:

require less time to pass on an incline than cars.

are easier for the driver to operate.

are as maneuverable as cars.

take longer than cars to stop.

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Hydroplaning happens when:

your tires throw water to the rear, causing problems for the vehicles behind.

the tires of the car ahead cause sheets of water to splash on your vehicle.

your tires ride up on a thin surface of water, losing contact with the pavement, and resulting in sudden loss of control

one of your tires goes flat, causing the others to skid.

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If you hear a thumping sound while driving, you should:

try your emergency lights.

hook your shoe under the gas pedal and see if you can free it.

get off the road and check your tires.

pull the steering wheel back.

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To reduce their chances of colliding with an animal, drivers should:

Slow down when approaching animals that are standing near the road.

Scan the sides of the road to watch for the reflection of vehicle headlights in the eyes of animals.

Look well down the road and far off to each side.

All of the above.

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Left turns on a red light are allowed:

from a one-way street into a one-way street.

in school zones.

at intersections, after stopping, if the way is clear.

Never.

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A flashing yellow light means:

Come to a full stop

Merging traffic ahead

Proceed with caution

Pedestrian crossing

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What should you do in case of a steering failure?

Leave the road immediately.

Pump your gas pedal a few times to increase the pressure.

Call an ambulance.

Don't panic. Turn on your emergency lights to let other drivers know you are having car problems. Move toward the side of the road and bring the car to a gradual stop.

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A driver should be extra alert for motorcyclists, bicycles and pedestrians. Why?

They are hard to see in traffic.

They always have the right-of-way.

They obey specific traffic laws.

They don’t have rearview mirrors.

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When you make a left turn from a one-way road into a two-way road, you must:

turn left into the one-way road.

enter the two-way road to the left of its center line.

make a U-turn into the two-way road.

enter the two-way road to the right of its center line.

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An octagonal sign means that drivers must:

respect the posted speed limit.

come to a complete stop at the marked stop line.

be aware possible hazards ahead.

slow down.

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An emergency vehicle that uses lights and a siren can be unpredictable. Why?

The driver can legally pass red lights.

Emergency vehicles must go faster than the posted speed limit when it is safe to do so.

Emergency vehicle drivers are not required to be careful.

Sirens are extremely loud.

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Drivers are required to stop:

at an intersection with a stop sign.

when a traffic officer orders them to stop.

where there is a red light.

All of the above.

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What do flashing red lights on a school bus indicate?

You must pass the school bus.

The bus is stopped to load or discharge passengers.

The bus is about to stop.

Traffic that approaches from either direction may proceed.

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A flashing red light means:

Drive with caution.

The same as a STOP sign.

Go, but yield the right-of-way to other traffic at the intersection.

The light will soon change to steady red.

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When drivers see a 'Wrong Way' sign:

they are going the wrong way on an expressway exit ramp.

they must drive past this sign and reach the next intersection.

they must stop immediately.

they must not leave the pavement except in an emergency.

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Which of the following drugs could affect your ability to drive?

Marijuana.

A cold remedy.

Tranquilizers.

All of the above.

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On slippery roads, drivers should:

increase their speed to avoid hydroplaning.

leave more space in front of their vehicle.

come to a complete stop.

reduce the reaction distance.

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Where are yield signs usually placed?

Where auxiliary roads lead into major roads.

Where major roads lead into auxiliary roads.

Near school zones.

At intersections, if there is no marked stop line.

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