RHODE ISLAND DMV PRACTICE 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.
A double solid yellow line in the center of a two-lane road means:
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Lanes are moving in opposite directions and drivers are permitted to pass when it is safe to do so.
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Reversible Lane.
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Vehicles moving in either direction must not pass these lines.
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Lanes are moving in the same direction and drivers are permitted to pass when it is safe to do so.
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2.
Allowing a space cushion around your vehicle is important because:
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It gives you more time and room to react to changing traffic and road conditions.
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It increases your braking distance.
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It increases your stopping distance.
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It helps you see your blind spots.
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3.
This white sign means:
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Stop at the railroad tracks and wait for a signal before crossing.
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Railroad crossing is controlled. Continue at your regular speed.
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Look, listen and prepare to stop at the crossing if necessary.
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None of the above.
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4.
When two cars arrive at an intersection at the same time, which one has the right-of-way?
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The driver who is facing a Yield sign.
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The driver who doesn't have anyone on their right.
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Nobody has the right-of-way.
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The driver who is facing a Stop sign.
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5.
Increasing your vehicle’s speed _____ your field of vision.
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inverts
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decreases
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has no effect on
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increases
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6.
When an approaching driver at night blinds you by failing to dim their high beams, you should look:
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Towards the left side of the road.
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Straight down the middle of the road.
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Towards the right side of the road.
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None of the other answers is correct.
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7.
It is illegal to:
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Pass within 300 feet of any intersection.
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Pass in any marked no-passing zone.
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Pass within 300 feet of a railroad crossing.
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All of the above.
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8.
Which of the following is true about roundabouts?
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Roundabouts are also called 'open intersections' or 'uncontrolled intersections'.
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They slow vehicle speed.
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They give drivers less time to judge.
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They enhance the driving experience.
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9.
The driver is about to:
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Stop.
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Speed up.
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Turn right.
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Turn left.
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10.
When driving on the freeway behind a large truck, you should:
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Drive no more than one car length behind the truck so the driver can see you.
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Drive closely behind the truck in bad weather because the driver can see farther ahead.
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Decrease your following distance to improve fuel efficiency.
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Drive farther behind the truck than you would for a passenger vehicle.
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