Louisiana DMV Practice Test 12

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Louisiana Practice Test 12

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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.

stop and wait for a large space in traffic.

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

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When a hazard is seen ahead, reaction distance:

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

equals total stopping distance minus perception distance.

is the sum of perception distance and braking distance.

None of the above.

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Your brake lights tell other drivers that you:

have your emergency brake on.

are slowing down or stopping.

are changing lanes.

are making a turn.

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Which of the following is a defensive driving skill/technique?

Keep your vehicle in good condition.

Maintain the correct speed.

Do not drive if you are very weary.

All of the above.

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Your first response to reduced visibility should be:

to reduce your speed.

to turn on your headlights.

to look for road edge markings to guide you.

to turn on your windshield wipers.

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A flashing red light means:

The traffic signal is broken.

The same as a STOP sign.

The light will soon change to steady red.

Slow down before entering.

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Drivers should allow a larger space cushion when stopping:

at a yield sign.

at an intersection.

at a stop sign.

on an up-hill.

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On slippery roads, drivers should:

leave more space in front of their vehicle.

increase their speed to avoid hydroplaning.

reduce the reaction distance.

come to a complete stop.

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You can pass on the right:

when a vehicle ahead makes a left turn.

when a vehicle ahead makes a right turn.

when passing is restricted by parked cars.

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

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What is the main reason night driving is more difficult than daytime driving?

Reduced visibility.

Reduced speed.

The use of headlight is required by law.

Driving within the range.

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Your BAC depends on:

the amount of alcohol you drink.

how fit you are.

the type of beverage you drink.

All of the above.

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How can you prevent fatigue on a long trip?

Plan to drive long trips with a companion.

Schedule regular stops.

Get enough sleep.

All of the above.

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Which of the following signs has a red background?

Wrong way.

Stop.

Do not enter.

All of the above.

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Drivers may cross solid yellow lines:

when making turns.

during daylight hours only.

only to pass traffic moving in the same direction.

at any time.

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If another vehicle is approaching you head-on in your lane, you should slow down, _______, and sound your horn.

pull over to the right

steer left

stay in the center of your lane

None of the other answers is correct.

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Which sign has white letters on a red background?

Yield

Speed limit

School zone

Stop

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

in any direction.

toward the curb.

parallel to the curb.

away from the curb.

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Alcohol causes:

reduced perception.

poor judgment.

loss of concentration.

All of the above.

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Vehicle stopping distance never depends on:

the condition and type of vehicle tires.

your own reaction time.

the time of day.

the condition of your vehicle's brakes.

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What should you do if one of your tires blows out?

Decrease speed, pull over to the right and sound your horn to warn the other vehicles.

Hold the steering wheel tight and brake immediately to avoid the risk of skidding.

Leave the road immediately.

Hold the steering wheel tight and slowly take your foot off the gas pedal.

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When driving in icy or snowy conditions, to avoid crashes drivers should:

get off the highway as quickly as possible.

add extra weight to the vehicle to improve traction.

engage 4 wheel drive on the vehicle.

reduce speed and increase following distance.

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What should you do if your brakes fail and youd don't have ABS?

Pull the steering wheel back.

Pump the brake pedal hard and fast to increase pressure.

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

Turn on your cruise control.

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When driving in travel lanes on the roadway:

you may make back up quickly if there are no vehicles behind.

you may stop to let out passengers.

do not stop for any reason, keep moving until you can safely pull off the road.

you may make a U-turn if you get on the wrong entrance ramp of the freeway.

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Are drivers allowed to exceed the speed limit to pass other vehicles?

Yes, except for school zones.

Yes, but only by 10 MPH or less.

Yes, but only if they drive with caution.

No.

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The ‘Slower Traffic Keep Right’ sign is used:

at roundabouts.

on multilane highways.

at most intersections.

in school zones.

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