Nevada DMV Practice Test - Free 20 Questions

Question 1

For how far may drivers travel in a center turn lane before making a left turn?

Accepted Answer

There is no distance limit; it may be used as a travel lane.

Answer

About 100–200 feet, or only as far as needed to safely prepare for the turn.

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Up to 500 feet.

Question 2

How should drivers respond to a steady yellow arrow signal?

Accepted Answer

Should slow to a stop, if it is safe to do so.

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Should merge into a lane in the direction of the arrow.

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May turn left after yielding to oncoming traffic and pedestrians.

Question 3

If your vehicle's accelerator sticks open, what is the safest procedure?

Accepted Answer

Shift to neutral, brake smoothly, steer to a safe area, then turn off the ignition once stopped.

Answer

Blow your horn.

Answer

Slam on your brakes.

Question 4

Which of the following is part of correct passing procedure?

Accepted Answer

All of the above

Answer

Use your mirrors and look over your left shoulder to check your blind spot when passing to the left.

Answer

Signal at least 100 feet before changing lanes to pass and ensure there is no oncoming traffic.

Answer

When passing, wait until you can see both headlights of the passed car in your rearview mirror before returning to your original lane.

Question 5

Why must you use extra caution near a pedestrian using a white cane?

Accepted Answer

They are visually impaired and may not see your vehicle.

Answer

They may be deaf.

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They are likely a police officer.

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They will always yield to cars.

Question 6

When making a right turn on a green light, what must you do?

Accepted Answer

Yield to pedestrians.

Answer

Stop and look for nearby police cars.

Answer

Maintain your normal driving speed.

Question 7

Which statement about a work zone is correct?

Accepted Answer

Work zones may be moving or stationary and are marked with orange signs; drivers should slow down and pay extra attention.

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Work zones are always stationary and use black and white signs.

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Work zones do not require drivers to change behavior.

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Work zones require you to stop at all times.

Question 8

If a fire engine is following you but not using its emergency signals, how should you respond?

Accepted Answer

Continue to drive in a normal manner.

Answer

Stop as quickly as you can.

Answer

Speed up to get out of its way.

Question 9

When a curb is painted green, what does it normally indicate?

Accepted Answer

Drivers may park for a limited time.

Answer

No stopping at any time.

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Handicapped parking only.

Answer

Loading and unloading only.

Question 10

What is required when you encounter an emergency vehicle using sirens and flashing lights?

Accepted Answer

Yield the right-of-way and follow any instructions given over loudspeaker.

Answer

Speed up to pass it quickly.

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Ignore it and keep driving.

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Turn on your hazard lights and maintain your lane.

Question 11

When a crossing guard directs traffic in a school zone, how must you respond?

Accepted Answer

Follow the crossing guard's directions.

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Copy surrounding drivers and ignore the guard.

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Assume the guard lacks authority and continue.

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Accelerate through the zone to clear it quickly.

Question 12

A curb painted which color indicates a loading zone or other parking restriction?

Accepted Answer

Yellow

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Blue

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White

Question 13

Driving well under the posted speed limit is generally:

Accepted Answer

Potentially dangerous and can force others to take risks

Answer

Always safe

Answer

Recommended at all times

Question 14

Which of these will help reverse the effects of alcohol?

Accepted Answer

Time.

Answer

Hot coffee.

Answer

Fresh air.

Question 15

When is it permissible to use a shared center turn lane?

Accepted Answer

To make a left turn onto another street, road, or driveway.

Answer

As a travel lane to pass other vehicles.

Answer

To make a right turn onto another street or highway.

Question 16

If your vehicle begins to skid, what should you do?

Accepted Answer

Steer in the direction you want the vehicle to go and remain calm.

Answer

Overcorrect with sharp steering.

Answer

Turn into oncoming traffic.

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Brake hard immediately.

Question 17

When entering a street from a driveway, what must you do?

Accepted Answer

Must stop and proceed only when there are no pedestrians or vehicles approaching.

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Must honk your horn so approaching vehicles and pedestrians know to give you room.

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Must drive slowly to allow approaching vehicles and pedestrians time to get out of your way.

Question 18

Road surfaces become especially slippery when?

Accepted Answer

During the first 10–15 minutes of a rainstorm

Answer

After it has been raining for several hours

Answer

The day after it rains

Question 19

What color are signs that show distance to the next highway exit?

Accepted Answer

Green with white letters.

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Yellow with black letters.

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Red with white letters.

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Blue with white letters.

Question 20

When passing a row of parked vehicles, what precaution should you take?

Accepted Answer

Be prepared for people or vehicles to unexpectedly enter your lane and keep a safe space.

Answer

Drive close to parked cars to discourage doors opening.

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Honk to warn anyone who might step out.

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Assume parked vehicles will remain stationary.

Question 1 of 20

For how far may drivers travel in a center turn lane before making a left turn?