Oregon Practice Test 01

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What do green and white signs indicate?

are mainly used at intersections and driveways.

warn drivers of unexpected road conditions.

give information about directions and distances.

direct drivers to services.

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What should you do if you start feeling drowsy while driving?

have a beer or two to keep you awake.

turn on the radio to keep you awake.

avoid drinking coffee.

find a safe place to stop for a break.

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Where should you maintain a space cushion around your vehicle while driving?

only behind

on all sides of

only in front of

only to the sides of

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Why is it challenging to accurately judge the speed of a motorcycle?

motorcycles take up less of your field of vision.

motorcycles are slower than cars.

many motorcyclists do not activate the brake light.

motorcycles often slow down by downshifting.

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What is the likely meaning when an oncoming driver flashes their headlights at you during low visibility conditions?

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.

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

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What is the first action you should take if your front wheels begin to skid?

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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On average, how much time does the body need to eliminate the alcohol in a 5-ounce glass of wine?

30 minutes.

3 hours.

10 minutes.

one hour.

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Which factors do not affect a vehicle's stopping distance?

the condition of your vehicle's brakes.

your own reaction time.

the condition and type of vehicle tires.

the time of day.

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How can you prevent your vehicle from skidding on snow and ice?

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

Allow the wheels to keep turning.

Brake early and gently.

All of the above.

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What does a steady yellow light indicate?

Be prepared to stop for the red light.

Be prepared to go. The light will soon be green.

Stop, yield the right-of-way, and go.

Drive with caution.

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What does a flashing red traffic signal at an intersection signify?

speed limit sign

yellow traffic signal

yield sign

stop sign

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How do the blind spots around a large vehicle compare to those around a car?

less dangerous

darker

larger and deeper

narrower and shorter

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How can smoking while driving affect your safety and concentration?

does not affect driving abilities.

is not distracting.

is distracting.

helps increase driver alertness.

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What steps should you take if your car breaks down on the highway?

stop in the right lane.

flash your headlights at oncoming traffic.

use your four-way flashers to warn other drivers.

sound your horn to warn passing vehicles.

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Which safety restraint provides the highest level of protection in a traffic crash?

Air bag only

Pumping the brakes.

Lap and shoulder belt only

A combination of lap/shoulder belt and air bag.

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What should you do if another car is at risk of colliding with you?

use your emergency lights.

flash your headlights.

sound your horn.

flash your brake lights.

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What does a steady yellow light at an intersection indicate?

Immediately come to a complete stop

Yield to other vehicles

Proceed with caution through the intersection

Slow down and be prepared to stop

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What type of sign features white letters on a red background?

School zone

Stop

Speed limit

Yield

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If a vehicle is approaching you head-on in your lane, what actions should you take besides slowing down and sounding your horn?

stay in the center of your lane

steer left

pull over to the right

None of the other answers is correct.

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Where should you look if an oncoming vehicle is using high beams?

the right side

either side

the center

the left side

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What is tailgating, and why is it dangerous?

cannot result in a traffic citation.

helps reduce traffic congestion.

can frustrate other drivers and make them angry.

is a defensive driving tecnique.

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When is it permitted to park or stop along the shoulder of a freeway?

as long as you turn on your emergency flashers.

if you need to check your smartphone for directions.

if no part of your vehicle is on the road.

only if you have an emergency.

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From which locations should you never make a U-turn?

the lane you’re in.

the left lane.

the right lane.

the left part of the lane nearest to the centerline of the roadway.

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The Oregon DMV written test is based on the Oregon Driver’s Manual and covers important topics such as road rules, traffic laws, road signs, and safe driving practices. The test consists of 35 questions, and you’ll need to answer at least 28 correctly to pass (80%). If you don’t pass on the first attempt, you’ll have to wait at least one day before retaking the test.

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