Pennsylvania DMV Practice Test - Free 20 Questions

Question 1

How should you respond when approaching a stopped emergency vehicle with flashing lights on the roadside?

Accepted Answer

Slow down and, if possible, change lanes away from the stopped vehicle; if a lane change is not safe, slow down and pass with extra space.

Answer

Maintain your speed and lane as long as you don't cross the shoulder.

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Drive to the right and stop immediately regardless of traffic.

Question 2

A steady green traffic light at an intersection means you may:

Accepted Answer

Drive through or turn if allowed, after yielding.

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Must slow down and prepare to stop.

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Must stop and check for oncoming traffic before proceeding.

Question 3

What is a 'No zone' in relation to large vehicles?

Accepted Answer

The large blind spot around a truck where the driver cannot see you.

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A designated no-passing zone on a highway.

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A one-way traffic area near heavy trucks.

Question 4

If you hear a siren but cannot immediately locate the emergency vehicle, what should you do?

Accepted Answer

Pull to the curb and look to see if it is on your street.

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Keep driving until you see the vehicle.

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Slow down. Don't stop until you see it.

Question 5

If a police officer is directing traffic at an intersection where signals are working, whose directions should you follow?

Accepted Answer

Follow the officer’s directions rather than the traffic lights.

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Wait for a signal from another driver.

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Obey the traffic signal and ignore the officer.

Question 6

When is it illegal to drive below the posted speed limit?

Accepted Answer

When driving slowly disrupts the normal flow of traffic.

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When in heavy traffic in a construction zone.

Answer

Only when driving in rural areas.

Question 7

If there are two railroad tracks side by side and one train has passed, what must you do?

Accepted Answer

Look for a second train on the other track before crossing.

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Cross immediately to beat any other approaching trains.

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Assume it is safe to cross once the first train is gone.

Question 8

On two-lane, two-way streets, where should you begin a left turn?

Accepted Answer

As close to the centerline as possible.

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From the far right side of your lane.

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From the curb side of the lane.

Question 9

What is 'highway hypnosis' caused by?

Accepted Answer

Staring at the roadway for long periods without actively scanning.

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Frequent rest stops that interrupt driving rhythm.

Answer

Getting too much sleep before the trip.

Question 10

If a green arrow changes into a solid green light, what must you do before turning?

Accepted Answer

May still turn, but you must yield to oncoming traffic.

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May no longer turn and must proceed straight.

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Still have the right-of-way to turn.

Question 11

When a stopped school bus has its red lights flashing and stop arm extended, what must drivers do?

Accepted Answer

Stop and remain stopped until the lights stop flashing and children are in a safe place.

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Only stop if you are behind the bus.

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Pass cautiously if no children are visible.

Question 12

What is the most common cause of traffic fatalities in work zones?

Accepted Answer

Driver carelessness and speeding.

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Hydroplaning from sprayed water on the roadway.

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Tire blowouts from construction materials.

Question 13

Compared to daytime driving, how does driving at night differ?

Accepted Answer

More dangerous.

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No more or less dangerous.

Answer

Less dangerous.

Question 14

If you begin to feel drowsy while driving, what should you do?

Accepted Answer

Stop driving and rest or find a safe place to sleep.

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Open a window and drive on

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Drink coffee and continue driving without stopping.

Question 15

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

Accepted Answer

The passing lane is clear and you signal before changing lanes.

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You may only pass on the right regardless of conditions.

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That oncoming traffic yields to you.

Question 16

Teen drivers have a higher crash risk when they are driving with which passengers?

Accepted Answer

Other teenage passengers.

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Adult passengers.

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Pets as passengers.

Question 17

Compared to smaller vehicles, what is true about larger vehicles' blind spots?

Accepted Answer

Larger blind spots.

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Smaller blind spots.

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No blind spots.

Question 18

What must drivers entering a roundabout or traffic circle do?

Accepted Answer

Must yield to drivers already in the roundabout or traffic circle.

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Must always stop before entering.

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Have the right-of-way if there is one lane.

Question 19

Anything that causes you to do which of the following could lead to a crash?

Accepted Answer

Take your attention away from the task of driving.

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Turn the steering wheel slightly to avoid an obstacle.

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Adjust the radio briefly while driving.

Question 20

What is the maximum posted speed limit in this state?

Accepted Answer

70

Answer

55

Answer

60

Answer

50

Question 1 of 20

How should you respond when approaching a stopped emergency vehicle with flashing lights on the roadside?