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Driving Segment 1
Practice questions that might be on a road test in the state of Michigan.
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| The inside rear-view mirror should be adjusted to show the: a) center of the road behind the vehicle. b) left side of the road behind the vehicle. c) right side of the road behind the vehicle. | A) center of the road behind the vehicle |
| As the speed of a vehicle doubles, its destructive power in a crash: a) also doubles. b) triples. c) increases by four times. | C) increases by four times. |
| When approaching a person crossing the street who is carrying a white cane or using a guide dog, you should: a) continue forward but be prepared to stop. b) stop and yield the right-of-way. c) honk your vehicle's horn and continue slowly. | |
| The first thing to do if the vehicle in front of you signals or flashes its brake lights is to: a) slow down. b) change lanes. c) move slightly to the left. | |
| When passing on a two-lane road, return to the right side of the road when: a) you see both headlights of the passed vehicle in your rear-view mirror. b) the other driver signals you too. c) you clear the front bumper of the passed vehicle by 50 feet. | |
| Drivers must always keep in mind that: a) their driving can be affected by emotional factors. b their driving will affect their physical condition. c) emotional factors have little effect on their driving. | |
| Car 1 is leaving the expressway. Car 2 is ahead of him. What hazard is the driver most likely to encounter? a) strong wind on the overpass. b) sharp curve on the exit ramp. c) a tail-end crash with Car 2. | |
| If a passing vehicle has to cut closely in front of you to avoid oncoming traffic, you should: a) slow down and check the shoulder. b) pull off the road as soon as possible. c) steer toward the left side of the road. | |
| When passing a freeway entrance on the right, make it easier for vehicles entering by: a) flashing headlights to other drivers to let them know you're coming b) maintain speed and stay in the right lane c) move to the left to create a gap for traffic | |
| When all or part of a highway traffic lane is closed for construction, maintenance, or surveying, the speed limit is: a) 35 MPH, unless posted otherwise. b) 45 MPH, unless posted otherwise. c) 55 MPH, unless posted otherwise. | |
| One alcoholic drink such as a bottle of beer or a glass of wine: a) will improve your judgment and reaction time. b) can decrease your ability to operate motor vehicles. c) has no effect on your ability to operate motor vehicles. | |
| What is the BEST way to look behind you when backing a car up? a) turn head and shoulders and look back b) use the inside and outside rear-view mirrors as needed c) use the inside rear mirror, moving your eyes to see | |
| What is the FIRST thing you should do when your brake light stays on? a) pump the brakes to release a sticking brake shoe. b) check to make sure the parking brake is released. c) stop at the nearest service station to have the brake fluid checked. | |
| The center pavement line when its dashed means: a) pass on the right. b) no passing allowed. c) passing is allowed when it is safe. | |
| From a one-way street, you USUALLY make a left turn from: a) the left curb lane. b) any lane if it is safe to do so. c) the two lanes closest to the left curb. | |
| When approaching a railroad crossing that has gates lowered with signals flashing and bells ringing: a) look both ways, then slowly drive around the gates if the train is more than 500 feet away. b) stop and wait until the gates are raised, the signals | |
| If you take a breath test, you will be asked to: a) blow into a machine. b) hold your breath for ten seconds, then exhale. c) breathe quickly through your mouth for ten seconds. | |
| The distance it takes to stop a car will change with all of the following EXCEPT the: a) age of the car. b) speed of the car. c) weight of the car. | |
| If you cannot stop before hitting another vehicle, it is USUALLY best to: a) gradually slow down and then hit the other vehicle. b) try to steer around the vehicle and avoid braking hard. c) release the accelerator and apply the brakes as hard as you c | |
| Which of the following sign shapes would tell you to STOŠ ? a) Circle b) Triangle c) Octagon |