RHODE ISLAND DMV WRITTEN TEST

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Anyone operating a motor vehicle or motorcycle on public roadways in Rhode Island must have a driver license or learner's permit. The RI DMV written test covers the contents of the Rhode Island Driver's Handbook, and includes questions on road rules, safe driving practices, road signs, and identification of signals and pavement markings. The RI DMV written knowledge test consists of 40 questions, and you'll need at least 34 correct answers to pass (85% or higher). Practice with this sample DMV test and study the manual to get ready for the official Rhode Island driver's license test.
1. When driving, it is important to keep a space cushion _________ your vehicle.
on all sides of
only to the sides of
only in front of
only behind
2. When driving on a road with two lanes traveling in opposite directions:
You may use the left lane if you’re going to turn left.
You should use the left lane except when legally passing another vehicle.
You may drive in either lane.
You should use the right lane except when legally passing another vehicle.
3. This white sign means don’t pass:
do not pass
Unless it is safe to do so.
Until after you pass the sign.
On the left.
Other vehicles for any reason.
4. When driving on major highways you should:
Be ready to react to road hazards.
Keep your eyes moving.
Stay alert.
All of the above.
5. Your BAC depends on:
How much alcohol you drink.
How much time passes between drinks.
Your weight.
All of the above.
6. If you parallel park facing downhill, what should you do with your front wheels?
Turn your front wheels to the left side of the road.
Leave your front wheels straight only if the road has a curb.
Leave your front wheels straight.
Turn your front wheels to the right side of the road.
7. When approaching someone using a white cane or guide dog, drivers should:
Yield the right-of-way only if the blind person is on the right.
Come to a complete stop and invite them to take the right-of-way.
Slow down and be prepared to stop.
Proceed normally.
8. What type of sign is this?
county route sign
Country Road sign.
County Route sign.
Interstate Route sign.
State Route sign.
9. This road sign means:
yield sign
You must come to a complete stop and yield the right-of-way.
Slow down and yield to traffic on main road when merging.
Lane reduction ahead.
Always come to a complete stop.
10. The shape of a route sign tells you:
How many miles are left before you reach your destination.
That the route you are on might be dangerous.
The speed limit on that route.
The type of route you are on.
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