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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 entering an interstate highway, you:
Must yield to drivers already on the interstate.
You must wait for the full lane to be clear.
Must wait for an opening in traffic on the entrance ramp.
Have the right of way.
2. This sign is a warning that you are approaching:
advance warning sign
A railroad crossing.
A dead-end street.
An intersection.
A crosswalk.
3. This sign means:
divided highway ends sign
Reversible lane ahead.
The divided highway ends ahead.
Divided highway ahead.
Drivers are coming to a point where another traffic lane joins the one they are on.
4. What should you do if your accelerator pedal gets stuck?
Pump your gas pedal.
Shift into neutral.
Shift to a lower gear.
Immediately turn on your emergency flashers.
5. This sign means:
divided highway ahead sign
Roundabout ahead. Slow down.
The divided highway on which drivers are traveling ends ahead.
The highway ahead is divided into two one-way roadways.
Intersection ahead.
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