RI 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.
1.
A yield sign means:
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Go. The light will soon be red.
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Stop.
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Stop if you can.
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If the way is clear, you may move forward slowly without stopping.
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2.
The center lane in the picture:
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May be used for left turns.
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May be used for passing.
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Can be used for right turns.
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All of the above.
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3.
The red car turning left must:
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Proceed with caution even if it has the right-of-way.
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Turn left before the oncoming car gets too close.
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Yield to pedestrians and traffic before turning.
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None of the above.
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4.
To avoid becoming an aggressive driver, you should:
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Allow plenty of time to reach your destination.
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Talk on your cell phone while driving.
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Use your horn frequently to warn other drivers.
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All of the above.
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5.
Bicyclists must:
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Remain near the left edge of the road.
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Remain to the right when they prepare for a left turn.
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Ride in a bicycle lane, if available.
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Ride more than two side-by-side in a single lane, if possible.
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6.
If your car starts to skid, turn your steering wheel:
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As little as possible.
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In the opposite direction of the skid.
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In the direction you want your vehicle to go.
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None of the above.
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7.
This sign indicates:
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Double curve ahead. Slow your speed.
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The road may be slippery when wet. Drive slowly.
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Warning: drunk drivers.
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Winding road. Drive with caution.
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Drivers should always look carefully for motorcycles before changing lanes because:
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Motorcycles are not permitted to share traffic lanes.
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Motorcycles are smaller and harder to see than cars.
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Motorcycles always have the right-of-way at intersections.
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All of the above.
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9.
If your brake pedal suddenly sinks to the floor, you should:
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Immediately switch the vehicle off.
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Pump the brake pedal to build pressure, and down shift into a lower gear or neutral to slow down.
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Shift to a higher gear and pump the brake pedal to release pressure, then press the gas pedal.
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Tap your horn to alert other drivers.
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10.
When driving behind another vehicle at night, you should:
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Use your high beams until you are within 15 feet of the vehicle ahead of you.
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Use your low beams.
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Use your high beams.
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Turn off all lights to reduce glare.
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