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Anyone who operates a motor vehicle on the public roads in Massachusetts must have a valid driver's license or driving permit. An RMV clerk will screen your vision when you apply for a learner's permit or driver's license. A learner's permit gives you permission to drive while you practice your driving skills and prepare for your road test. The MA RMV written knowledge test measures your understanding of Massachusetts road signs, road rules and safe driving practices. Everything you need to know is covered in the Massachusetts Driver's Manual. The MA RMV knowledge test consists of 25 questions, and you'll need 18 correct answers to pass (72%).
1. When you are driving in fog, you can see better by:
Using low beam headlights.
Driving with flashing hazard lights.
Flashing your brake lights.
Using high beam headlights.
2. Which drugs can affect a person’s ability to drive safely?
Illegal drugs only.
Many prescription drugs and even many of the drugs you can buy without a prescription.
Prescription drugs only.
Over the counter drugs only.
3. The picture represents a _________ sign:
do not enter
Do Not Enter
Stop
Wrong Way
Do Not Pass
4. To help avoid the glare from oncoming headlights:
Adjust your sun visor.
Keep your eyes on the centerline.
Briefly glance at the rightmost edge of your lane.
Look upwards.
5. If your brake pedal suddenly sinks to the floor, you should:
Tap your horn to alert other drivers.
Shift to a higher gear and pump the brake pedal to release pressure, then press the gas pedal.
Pump the brake pedal to build pressure, and down shift into a lower gear or neutral to slow down.
Immediately switch the vehicle off.
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