MA DMV Practice Test
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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%).
Updated for 2026 RMV rules.
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When driving on slippery roads, you should:
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Drive off the road to avoid causing your vehicle to skid.
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Drive with your flashing hazard lights on.
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Increase your following distance.
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Move to the far-right side of the road.
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2.
Reaction time is slower:
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After a day at work.
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After sleeping.
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After drinking alcohol.
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Between 9 and 11 PM.
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3.
Drinking alcohol while you are taking other drugs can:
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Be done with no risk if you are taking prescription drugs.
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Reduce the effects of alcohol.
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Neutralize the effects of alcohol.
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Multiply the effects of alcohol.
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4.
The effects of alcohol on driving include:
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Better reflexes.
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Improved judgement.
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Improved coordination.
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None of the above.
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5.
To keep your vehicle from rolling into traffic when parked on a hill, if you are facing uphill you should:
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Set the parking brake and keep the front wheels straight.
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Turn the front wheels toward the curb or edge of the road.
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Turn the front wheels away from the curb or edge of the road.
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Turn the back wheels toward the curb or edge of the road.
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TEST #1
Question 3 of 36
Negotiating Intersections
3. If an intersection has crosswalk lines but no STOP line, where must you stop for a red light?
After the crosswalk.
On the crosswalk.
Before the stop line.×
Before the crosswalk.✓
Explanation
If there is no stop line at a red light, you must stop before the crosswalk — it’s always illegal to stop on it.