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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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The main purpose of right-of-way rules is to:
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Avoid crashes in school zones by helping school buses.
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Make road rules difficult to understand.
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Gradually remove traffic signals from the roads to improve the deficit.
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Help with smooth and safe traffic flow.
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When changing lanes on a highway, drivers should:
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Check the rearview and outside mirrors.
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Signal the lane change.
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Glance over their shoulder to check their blind spots.
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All of the above.
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3.
You are driving on the freeway. The vehicle in front of you is a large truck. You should drive:
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2 seconds behind it.
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Farther behind the truck than you would for a passenger vehicle.
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Closely behind the truck in bad weather because the driver can see farther ahead.
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No more than one car length behind the truck so the driver can see you.
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The term “distracted driving” refers to anything that:
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Causes you to focus on your driving.
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Causes evasive action while driving.
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Causes you to scan the road ahead.
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Takes your attention away from driving.
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5.
If your vehicle starts to hydroplane you should:
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Apply the brakes firmly to prevent your vehicle from sliding.
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Slow down gradually and do not apply the brakes.
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Maintain your current speed to gain better traction.
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All of the above.
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6.
This road sign means:
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One-way street ahead.
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No passing zone.
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Railroad warning.
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Two way left turn.
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Collisions can happen more often when:
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Drivers don't respect traffic signs.
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Drivers use their high beam headlights incorrectly.
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Drivers drive below the minimum speed limit.
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All of the above.
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8.
____________ separate lanes of traffic moving in opposite directions.
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White lane lines
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Yellow lane lines
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Turn lanes
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Edge lines
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Drivers should allow a larger space cushion when stopping:
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At a stop sign.
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At a yield sign.
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On an up-hill.
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At an intersection.
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10.
An octagonal sign means that drivers must:
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Obey the posted speed limit.
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Come to a complete stop at the marked stop line.
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Slow down.
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Be aware possible hazards ahead.
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