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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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To pass a bicyclist traveling in the same direction on a two-lane road without bicycle lanes, you should:
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Not pass the bicyclist until you come to a traffic signal or stop sign.
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Slow down and wait until there is no oncoming traffic, then pass the bicyclist leaving him or her sufficient space.
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Continue driving straight, it is the bicyclist’s responsibility to get out of your way.
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Honk at the bicyclist to let him or her know you are about to pass.
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2.
The posted speed limit shows:
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The minimum legal speed limit.
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The maximum safe speed under all road conditions.
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The maximum safe speed under ideal road and weather conditions.
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The speed at which you must travel to effectively deal with tailgaters.
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3.
If you drive past your exit on an expressway, you should:
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Stop at the side of the expressway to think of an alternative.
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Back up on the shoulder until you reach the exit.
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Make a U-turn.
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Continue driving until the next exit and find an alternative route to reach your destination.
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4.
A 5 oz. glass of wine contains the same amount of alcohol as:
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One pint of wine.
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A gallon of wine.
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A 12 oz. can of beer.
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A 6-pack of beer.
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5.
To see vehicles in your blind spots, you should check:
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Your side-view mirrors.
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Over your shoulders.
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Your rear camera.
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Your rear-view mirror.
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Drivers must yield to pedestrians:
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If a pedestrian steps into traffic without looking both ways.
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If the pedestrian signals to the driver that the driver must stop.
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Only if the pedestrian is on the same side of the road.
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If the pedestrian is waiting for a ‘Walk’ signal.
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7.
Directions given by traffic officers ___________ signs, signals or pavement markings.
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take precedence over
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never take precedence over
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must obey
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are less important than
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8.
If you are driving with your high-beam lights on, you must dim them at least ______ from any oncoming vehicle.
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400 feet
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300 feet
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500 feet
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250 feet
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9.
A triangular orange sign on the back of a slow moving vehicle indicates that:
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The vehicle has the right-of-way.
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The vehicle cannot travel faster than 25 MPH.
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It is very dangerous to pass the vehicle.
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You must yield to the vehicle.
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When you see a no passing zone sign:
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You should prepare to pass slower vehicles.
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You may not pass vehicles ahead of you in your lane.
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You should prepare to accelerate and pass quickly.
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You must pull off the road and come to a complete stop.
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