RHODE ISLAND DMV PERMIT 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.
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This road sign means:

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“Y” intersection ahead.
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A four-way intersection is ahead.
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The road ends ahead.
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A road joins from the right.
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This road sign means:

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Truck exit only.
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Left lane must turn left.
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Steep downgrade ahead.
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Trucks have the right of way.
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3.
The golden rule of driving is to:
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Always be the first to reach your destination.
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Drive faster than the vehicle behind you.
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Treat others the way you want to be treated.
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Put on your emergency flashers when driving at night.
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4.
This road sign means:

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Do not pass
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Divided highway ahead - stay to the right
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Do not enter
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No turn on red
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5.
When you leave your vehicle unattended, you must:
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Turn off the engine.
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Set the parking brake.
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Lock the ignition and remove the ignition key.
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All of the above.
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6.
Which of the following is the only way to lower your BAC?
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Letting time pass after your last drink.
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Drinking coffee.
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Exercising.
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Taking a cold shower.
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7.
How far can you park from a railroad crossing?
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15 feet.
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50 feet.
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30 feet.
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20 feet.
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8.
The speed limit in residential zones is:
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35 MPH.
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25 MPH.
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20 MPH.
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30 MPH.
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9.
A red and white triangular sign means:
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Slow down and be prepared to stop to give vehicles crossing your path the right of way.
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Do not enter the one-way street.
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Bring your vehicle to a complete halt.
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You are entering a School Zone.
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10.
You are traveling on a two-lane road and you want to pass a bicyclist who is ahead of you to your right. An oncoming vehicle is approaching. You should:
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Speed up to pass the bicyclist as soon as possible.
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Slow down and let the oncoming vehicle pass first.
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Keep driving, you have the right-of-way.
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Honk your horn to warn the bicyclist.
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