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.
1.
When you come to an intersection with a flashing red light, you must:
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Slow down and drive carefully through the intersection.
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Stop at the intersection, then proceed when safe and observe the right-of-way rules.
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Stop only if cars are approaching the intersection.
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Stop at the intersection and wait for a flashing green light.
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2.
At a school crossing, drivers should:
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Always stop, whether there’s a stop sign or not.
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Always sound their horn and stay alert.
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None of the other answers is correct.
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Watch for children and be ready to stop.
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3.
This road sign means:
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Crossroad ahead.
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Side road ahead.
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Stop ahead.
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Railroad warning.
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4.
You are driving on the freeway behind a large truck. You should drive:
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To the right side of the truck and wait to pass.
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Farther behind the truck than for a passenger vehicle.
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Closer behind the truck than for a passenger vehicle.
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Directly beside the truck to stay visible.
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5.
When changing lanes on a multi-lane highway, you must signal your intentions _________ before changing lanes.
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at least 50 feet
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at least 100 feet
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at least 150 feet
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immediately
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6.
If you miss your exit on a freeway, you should:
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Go to the next exit, get back on the freeway in the opposite direction and return to the exit you want.
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Make a quick U-turn from your lane of travel.
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Signal other drivers to stop so you can turn.
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Turn around or back up.
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7.
Which of the following is a common cause of traffic collisions?
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Distracted driving.
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Following too closely.
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Excessive speed for conditions.
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All of the above.
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8.
Before making a left or right turn, you should signal for at least:
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150 feet.
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50 feet.
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500 feet.
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100 feet.
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Headlights must be turned on from sunset to sunrise. If you are using your high beams, you must dim your lights when an oncoming vehicle is within:
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400 feet.
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500 feet.
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250 feet.
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100 feet.
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10.
What does the flashing signal in the picture indicate?
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Pedestrians should start crossing the street.
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The same thing as a stop sign.
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Pedestrians should finish crossing the street if started.
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Pedestrians should stop walking immediately.
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