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You must have a valid driver's license or driving permit to operate a motor vehicle on public streets and highways in Michigan. As part of the examination process, you will be given a vision test to determine if your vision meets minimum standards. The Michigan DMV written test is designed to check your knowledge of road signs, road rules, traffic laws and safe driving practices. Everything you need to know is covered in the Michigan Driver's Manual. The DMV knowledge test consists of 50 questions. To pass the MI DMV written test, you must score 76% or higher (at least 38 correct answers).
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If a pedestrian hybrid beacon (PHB) signal is flashing red, it means:
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The beacon is about to return to dark.
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Drivers may proceed if the crosswalk is clear.
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Pedestrian clearance phase.
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All of the above.
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2.
A solid white line on the right edge of the highway slants in toward your left. That shows that:
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The road will get narrower.
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You are approaching a construction area.
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You will soon be required to turn left.
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There is an intersection ahead.
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3.
You may drive off of the paved roadway:
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To pass a vehicle waiting to turn left.
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To pass another vehicle.
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Under no circumstances.
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To pass a slow-moving vehicle.
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4.
Alcohol causes:
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Poor judgment.
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Reduced perception.
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Loss of concentration.
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All of the above.
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5.
It is illegal to park your vehicle:
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In a tunnel.
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On an unmarked crosswalk.
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In front of driveways.
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All of the above.
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6.
This road sign means:
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No U-turns.
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No right turn.
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No left turn.
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Do not pass.
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7.
A yellow light tells drivers to:
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Yield to oncoming traffic and pedestrians.
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Stop if they can safely do so. The light will soon be red.
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Go. The light will soon be green.
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Increase their speed. The light will soon be red.
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8.
Parking is not allowed within __ feet of any flashing signal, stop sign or traffic signal.
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15
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100
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30
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50
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9.
A No Parking sign at a certain location means:
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You are allowed to park there at night.
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You are allowed to stop as long as you stay in the vehicle.
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You aren't allowed to stop there temporarily to load or unload passengers.
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You aren't allowed to park there.
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10.
After drinking, which of the following can help you sober up?
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Taking a cold shower.
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Waiting some time. Only time eliminates the effects of alcohol.
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Drinking black coffee. The caffeine will eliminate the effects of alcohol.
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None of the above.
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