Minnesota DMV Practice Test - Free 20 Questions

Question 1

Which of the following is true about passing another vehicle?

Accepted Answer

You may pass only where it is legal and safe to do so.

Answer

You may pass another vehicle on a hill or in a curve.

Answer

You may pass another vehicle by using the shoulder of the highway.

Question 2

When driving in fog, should you use high beam headlights?

Accepted Answer

False

Answer

True

Question 3

When approaching a steady green traffic light, what should drivers do?

Accepted Answer

Proceed if the intersection is clear, yielding to pedestrians and vehicles in the intersection.

Answer

Treat the intersection like a four-way stop.

Answer

Stop if a police officer is nearby.

Question 4

Lack of sleep affects your driving ability in a way similar to which of the following?

Accepted Answer

The effect that alcohol has.

Answer

The effect that amphetamines have.

Answer

The effect that anger has.

Answer

None of the above.

Question 5

Using both lap and shoulder belts together increases survival in a crash. True or false?

Accepted Answer

True

Answer

False

Question 6

Is it legal to cross a double solid yellow centerline to pass?

Accepted Answer

No.

Answer

If there is no oncoming traffic.

Answer

Yes.

Question 7

What is the single most effective thing you can do to reduce injury risk in a crash?

Accepted Answer

Wear your seat belt.

Answer

Stay in the right lane on multilane highways.

Answer

Limit your driving to weekdays.

Question 8

What characterizes a good defensive driver?

Accepted Answer

Looks out for actions of other drivers and anticipates problems.

Answer

Drives slowly at all times.

Answer

Travels at a constant speed regardless of conditions.

Question 9

Is the posted maximum speed limit always the fastest you can legally drive under any conditions?

Accepted Answer

False

Answer

True

Question 10

Taking drugs together with alcohol typically:

Accepted Answer

Increases the risk of causing a crash.

Answer

Lessens the effect of alcohol on your ability to drive.

Answer

Is no more dangerous than consuming alcohol by itself.

Question 11

Which types of drugs can affect your driving ability?

Accepted Answer

Both over-the-counter and prescription drugs, as well as illegal drugs.

Answer

Only illegal narcotics.

Answer

Only prescription drugs.

Answer

Only allergy medicines.

Question 12

You cannot pass safely on a two-way, two-lane street unless you can:

Accepted Answer

Clearly see the road ahead so you can complete the pass safely.

Answer

Return to your lane before meeting oncoming traffic.

Answer

Your vehicle is capable of the speed necessary to pass.

Question 13

Drivers may not pass from either side of which centerline type?

Accepted Answer

Double solid yellow

Answer

Single broken yellow

Answer

Combination solid and broken yellow

Question 14

Who is required to use seat belts in Minnesota?

Accepted Answer

All vehicle occupants as required by law.

Answer

Only the driver.

Answer

Only child passengers.

Answer

Only passengers in the front seat.

Question 15

When you hear or see an emergency vehicle approaching on a divided multilane highway, what must you do?

Accepted Answer

Slow, provide a clear path by moving if safe, and stop if necessary.

Answer

Ignore the signal if other lanes are free.

Answer

Stop immediately where you are.

Answer

Speed up to clear the lane.

Question 16

When passing a vehicle that has just parked on the side of the road, what should you assume?

Accepted Answer

The driver may open their door, so use extra caution.

Answer

Speed up to pass quickly.

Answer

Slam on your brakes as you approach.

Question 17

When passing on a multilane highway, what must you ensure?

Accepted Answer

The passing lane is clear and it is safe to change lanes.

Answer

You may only pass on the right.

Answer

Watch for oncoming traffic in the opposite direction.

Question 18

What does a single dashed white line between lanes mean?

Accepted Answer

Drivers may pass or change lanes when it is safe to do so.

Answer

Drivers may not pass.

Answer

Lanes move in opposite directions.

Question 19

How should drivers respond to a flashing yellow traffic signal?

Accepted Answer

Slow down and proceed with caution.

Answer

Increase their speed to clear the intersection.

Answer

Come to a complete stop regardless of traffic.

Answer

Turn on hazard lights and proceed.

Question 20

Which of the following can impair your ability to drive and lead to a DUII arrest?

Accepted Answer

All of the above.

Answer

Beer, wine, and other liquor

Answer

Controlled substances such as illegal drugs or prescription medicines

Answer

Inhalants such as glue or paint

Question 1 of 20

Which of the following is true about passing another vehicle?