Driving Test Practice Questions

Question 1: When to Signal Before Turning

• Correct Answer: Option B: Signal 100 feet before turning.
• Reason: Allows other drivers to react and adjust appropriately.

Question 2: Use of Turn Signals

• Correct Answer: Option C: Both when changing lanes/merging and turning left/right.
• Reason: Helps prevent accidents by informing other drivers of your actions.

Question 3: Proper Way to Signal When Changing Lanes

• Correct Answer: Option B: Look over shoulder, signal, then change lanes.
• Reason: Check blind spots to ensure safety before changing lanes.

Question 4: When to Use Hazard Lights

• Correct Answer: Option B: When car is broken down on the side of the road.
• Reason: Alerts other drivers of a problem, encourages caution.

Question 5: When to Turn Off Turn Signal

• Correct Answer: Option A: As soon as the turn or lane change is completed.
• Reason: Prevents confusion among other drivers.

Question 6: Consequences of Not Signaling

• Correct Answer: Option C: You may get a ticket and cause an accident.

Question 7: How Bicyclists Should Signal Turns

• Correct Answer: Option B: Use hand and arm positions.
• Details: Extend arm in the direction of the turn.

Question 8: Signaling When Pulling Away from the Curb

• Correct Answer: Option B: Yes, always signal when pulling away.
• Reason: Communicates intentions to other drivers and pedestrians.

Question 9: Signaling Before Changing Lanes on a Freeway

• Correct Answer: Option C: Signal 5 seconds before changing lanes.
• Reason: Gives time for other drivers to react.

Question 10: Requirement to Signal Before Changing Lanes

• Correct Answer: Option A: At all times.
• Reason: Ensures safety and communication with other drivers.

Question 11: Hand Signal for Left Turn

• Correct Answer: Option A: Left arm and hand extended straight out.

Question 12: Hand Signal for Right Turn

• Correct Answer: Option B: Left arm and hand extended upward.

Question 13: Hand Signal for Stop

• Correct Answer: Option C: Left arm and hand downward.

Question 14: Using Horn on Narrow Mountain Roads

• Correct Answer: Option A: Alert oncoming traffic where visibility is less than 200 feet.

Question 15: Legality of Using Horn in Residential Areas

• Correct Answer: Option B: Not legal unless it's an emergency.

Question 16: Reaction When Another Driver Honks

• Correct Answer: Option A: Ignore it and continue driving.

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