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DMV 100 Questions Practice Test

Master the DMV exam with our quiz

Editorial: Review CompletedCreated By: Syazwani ShukriUpdated Aug 25, 2025
Difficulty: Moderate
Grade: Grade 10
Study OutcomesCheat Sheet
Colorful paper art promoting a 100-question DMV challenge trivia for high school-aged aspiring drivers.

This free DMV practice test helps you get ready for your permit exam and learn key road rules and signs. Work through mixed questions on right‑of‑way, signals, parking, and safety so you can spot gaps fast and study smarter before the real test.

What does a red octagon-shaped sign indicate?
Do not enter this roadway
Yield to traffic without stopping
Stop completely and proceed when safe
Road closed ahead
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What do double solid yellow lines in the center of the road mean?
Passing allowed in both directions
You may turn left only from the right lane
Passing allowed only for oncoming traffic
No passing in either direction
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Broken white lane lines indicate what?
Lanes of traffic moving in opposite directions; no passing allowed
Lanes of traffic moving in the same direction; passing or lane changes are allowed when safe
Bicycle-only lane
Pedestrian crossing zone
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When should you dim your high-beam headlights?
Only when stopped at an intersection
Only during daylight hours
When approaching oncoming traffic or when following another vehicle closely
Only on well-lit city streets
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In a work zone, if a flagger is directing traffic, you must
Ignore the flagger and follow traffic signals only
Proceed at the posted speed limit regardless
Follow the flagger's instructions, even if they conflict with signs or signals
Stop and wait for a police officer
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Seat belts are important because they
Allow you to drive faster safely
Prevent all injuries in any crash
Keep you from being thrown from the vehicle and improve crash survival chances
Replace the need for airbags
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Where should a rear-facing infant seat never be placed?
In the rear seat with the seat belt properly secured
In the rear seat using the LATCH system
In the front seat with an active passenger airbag
In the middle of the rear seat
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A flashing yellow arrow for a left turn means you must
Stop completely, then turn
Turn immediately; you have the right-of-way
Make a U-turn only
Yield to oncoming traffic and pedestrians, then turn when clear
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What does a white diamond symbol painted on the roadway indicate?
A high-occupancy vehicle (HOV) lane with restricted use
A lane that ends ahead
A lane reserved for slow-moving vehicles only
A pedestrian-only zone
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If your vehicle begins to hydroplane, the best action is to
Brake hard to quickly slow down
Turn sharply toward the shoulder
Shift to a lower gear immediately
Ease off the accelerator and steer straight until traction returns
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If you experience a tire blowout while driving, you should first
Immediately steer to the left to counter the pull
Brake hard to stop quickly
Accelerate to keep control
Grip the steering wheel firmly, ease off the accelerator, and allow the car to slow
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When merging onto a freeway from an on-ramp, you should
Enter at any speed; freeway traffic must yield
Stop at the end of the ramp until you see a large gap
Adjust your speed to match freeway traffic and yield to vehicles already on the freeway
Use the shoulder to accelerate past merging vehicles
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What is the minimum safe following distance under good conditions for light vehicles?
One car length for every 20 mph
One second at any speed
Within two car lengths at highway speeds
Use the 3-second rule or more
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Maintaining a space cushion means you should
Drive in groups to be more visible
Travel in the fastest lane at all times
Keep a safe distance on all sides of your vehicle to allow time to react
Follow closely so others cannot cut in
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The yellow pennant-shaped sign placed on the left side of the roadway indicates
End of school zone
Merging traffic from the right
Road work ahead
Start of a No Passing Zone
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In most jurisdictions, you may make a left turn on red only when
A police officer waves you through on any red light
You are turning from a one-way street onto another one-way street after stopping and yielding
You are turning from a two-way street onto a one-way street without stopping
There is no cross traffic from your right
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Ramp meter signals on freeway on-ramps are used to
Measure vehicle emissions
Issue toll charges for entry
Regulate the number of vehicles entering the freeway to reduce congestion and collisions
Indicate lane closures ahead
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If your accelerator sticks, you should first
Shift to neutral and steer to a safe area
Turn off the ignition while moving to lock the steering
Turn on cruise control
Pump the gas pedal rapidly and accelerate
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On cold, wet days, which roadway surface freezes before the others?
Tunnels
Recently paved blacktop
Bridges and overpasses
City streets lined with buildings
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A round yellow sign with a black X and two R's indicates
A no U-turn area
A railroad crossing is ahead; slow and be prepared to yield or stop
A hospital zone with reduced speed
An upcoming school crossing
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Study Outcomes

  1. Understand fundamental traffic laws and regulations.
  2. Apply safe driving practices in various scenarios.
  3. Analyze common causes of driving accidents and their prevention.
  4. Evaluate the responsibilities of drivers under different traffic conditions.
  5. Interpret road signs and signals accurately.

DMV 100 Question Test - Practice Exam Cheat Sheet

  1. Always wear your seat belt - Seat belts are your first line of defense in a crash, cutting the risk of serious injury by up to half. Buckling up takes just a second but can make all the difference between a fender‑bender and a life‑threatening collision. Stay strapped in every ride, no matter how short the trip.
  2. Avoid distractions - Texting or fiddling with your phone increases your crash risk by 23 times, turning your drive into a dangerous game of chance. Keep your phone tucked away, use hands‑free features, and stay focused on the road ahead. Your full attention is the best way to spot hazards early and react in time.
  3. Understand and obey traffic signals - Traffic lights and signs are your road map to safe driving: red means stop, green means go, and yellow means slow down or stop if you can do so safely. Familiarize yourself with warning, regulatory, and guide signs to make confident decisions at every intersection. Observing signals keeps traffic flowing smoothly and prevents costly mistakes.
  4. Practice defensive driving - Scan the road ahead, anticipate other drivers' moves, and stay ready to react when things don't go as planned. Maintain at least a three‑second following distance to give yourself enough time to brake safely. Defensive habits shield you from sudden stops, reckless drivers, and unexpected hazards.
  5. Beware of driving under the influence - Even small amounts of alcohol or drugs can slow your reaction time, blur your vision, and impair judgment. For drivers under 21, any detectable amount of alcohol is illegal and can lead to fines, license suspension, or worse. Keep your mind sharp and your record clean by never getting behind the wheel after drinking.
  6. Understand right‑of‑way rules - Knowing when to yield can prevent collisions at intersections, crosswalks, and roundabouts. Whether it's a four‑way stop or a busy pedestrian crossing, clear right‑of‑way rules help everyone share the road safely. Yielding the lead is often the smartest move you can make.
  7. Adhere to speed limits - Speed limits are set based on road conditions, traffic volume, and nearby hazards like schools and residential areas. Going over the limit shrinks your reaction window and amplifies crash forces, turning minor incidents into major tragedies. Always watch your speedometer and adjust for weather, traffic, and visibility.
  8. Limit passengers - More friends in the car often means more distractions - and higher crash risk. Teen drivers with multiple peers aboard are statistically more likely to engage in risky behaviors. Keep your crew small until you've built up plenty of safe‑driving experience.
  9. Learn proper lane usage - Use turn signals early, check mirrors, and glance over your shoulder to clear blind spots before changing lanes. Merge smoothly by matching speed and leaving gaps for others, maintaining steady control. Mastering lane discipline keeps traffic flowing and prevents preventable sideswipes.
  10. Stay informed about GDL laws - Graduated Driver Licensing programs ease new drivers into full privileges with permits, provisional licenses, and restrictions on nighttime driving or passenger counts. Knowing your state's specific rules helps you avoid fines and ensures you gain experience under safer conditions. Follow each GDL step to unlock full driving freedom.
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