Idaho DMV Practice Test 14

Idaho Practice Test 14

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Arrows on the roadway:

indicate that you cannot pass or change lanes.

indicate reserved lanes.

show which lanes you must use.

indicate HOV lanes.

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When in a motor vehicle on or off the highway, it is:

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

acceptable to drink alcoholic beverages if you are not driving.

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

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

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Roads are most slippery:

on hills.

when it stops raining.

when it first starts to rain.

just before it rains.

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If the entrance lane is too short to allow acceleration to expressway speed, you should:

accelerate to expressway speed and blend with traffic.

enter the expressway and accelerate quickly.

reduce your speed to 15 MPH or less and blend with traffic.

stop and wait for a large space in traffic.

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What is a likely effect when you take another drug while you drink alcohol?

The effects of alcohol are reduced by the drug.

If the drug is over-the-counter, there are no effects.

The effects of the alcohol and the drug are enhanced.

There are no effects, unless the drug is prescription only.

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In case of skidding, drivers should NOT:

tap the gas pedal with their foot.

pump the brakes gently if they are about to hit something.

take their foot off the gas pedal.

steer the car into the direction of the skid.

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Parking is not allowed:

on public roads.

within 300 feet of a pedestrian safety area.

within 250 feet of a traffic light.

In an intersection.

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While driving, it is important to slow down:

when the road is wet.

at intersections.

on narrow roads.

All of the above.

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Drivers may need more space in front of their vehicle:

when it is hard to see ahead.

when following motorcycles.

when carrying a heavy load or pulling a trailer.

All of the above.

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Two solid yellow lines on the pavement mean:

passing is allowed for both drivers.

passing is not allowed.

passing is allowed during daylight only.

passing is allowed if you are at the top of a hill.

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Before passing another vehicle, you should signal:

early enough so other drivers know your intention.

just before changing lanes.

at any time.

after changing lanes.

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Warning signs are normally:

yellow

green

red

blue

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If you get on a wrong expressway exit, you must:

drive in reverse to return to the expressway.

use the the exit ramp to accelerate to expressway speed and blend with traffic.

make a U-turn and return to the expressway.

get off at the next exit and look for signs that tell you how to return to the expressway.

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If your front wheels start to skid, the first thing you should do is:

Take your foot off the gas pedal and shift to neutral.

Speed up, pump your brakes and steer in the direction the vehicle is trying to go.

Immediately turn in the direction you want to go.

None of the above.

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If your gas pedal is stuck, you should:

try pumping it to increase pressure.

ease your foot off the gas pedal and brake gently.

turn off the ignition if your vehicle has power steering.

hook your shoe under the pedal and see if you can free it. If not, shift into neutral and use the brake to slow your vehicle and get off the road.

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Your first response to reduced visibility should be:

to turn on your windshield wipers.

to look for road edge markings to guide you.

to turn on your headlights.

to reduce your speed.

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What can you do to prevent skids on snow and ice?

Allow the wheels to keep turning.

Decrease pressure on the brake pedal if your wheels begin to lock.

Brake early and gently.

All of the above.

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What does it mean if an oncoming driver flashes headlights at you during a period of low visibility?

Your headlights are too bright. You should turn them off.

You are driving in the wrong direction. Make a U-turn as soon as possible.

Your headlights are too bright. You should use parking lights instead.

Your vehicle was difficult to see. You should turn on your headlights.

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Drivers may cross solid yellow lines:

during daylight hours only.

when making turns.

at any time.

only to pass traffic moving in the same direction.

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When you reach an intersection with a stop sign, you should:

stop, look left, then right, then left again.

follow the vehicle ahead of you.

check your rearview mirror, look left, then right, then proceed.

stop, look right, then left, then right again.

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Before a school bus stops to load passengers, the driver will usually flash:

red warning lights.

red lights.

yellow warning lights.

green lights.

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Air bags are meant to _________ seat belts.

replace

work with

fix

protect

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Lanes of traffic moving in the same direction are divided by ____ lines.

black

orange

yellow

white

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While inside a roundabout, you should:

use your left turn signal if you are in position to exit now.

change lanes before you check for vehicles behind you.

remain in your lane until you are ready to exit.

all of the above.

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Which of the following may result in an arrest for driving under the influence of intoxicants (DUII)?

An inhalant, such as glue or paint.

A controlled substance, such as prescription medicines or illegal drugs.

Alcohol

All of the above.

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Drivers who eat and drink while driving:

have no driving errors.

must yield the right-of-way.

may have trouble controlling their vehicles.

tend to be more aggressive.

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Use of cell phones while driving:

is allowed when driving at 25 MPH or slower.

requires an upgraded driving license.

can distract you and cause a crash.

is permitted in Idaho.

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Examples of proper glass maintenance include:

Keeping your windows clean and clear.

Making sure there is enough windshield fluid in the reservoir.

Replacing worn wiper blades.

All of the above.

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Are bicyclists required to obey traffic laws and signs?

Yes, but only if they are riding in a bicycle lane.

Yes.

No, bicyclists are considered pedestrians when it comes to the rules of the road.

Yes, but only if they are licensed bicyclists.

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