Pennsylvania DMV Driving Test

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1. What must you do to safely share the road with pedestrians? All the answers are correct. Always yield the right-of-way to blind pedestrians. Always yield to pedestrians at an intersection Be extra patient with elderly pedestrians.

2. Before you change lanes, you should: Be sure no one is behind you in your lane. Check your mirrors and look over your shoulder. Never look over your right shoulder. Only check your side mirrors.

3. On a two-lane road, when should you pass a vehicle while approaching a curve? As long as road conditions permit it. Only during the day when there is clear visibility. As long as you are not driving uphill. You should never pass on a curve.

4. A diamond-shaped sign is a: Road hazard sign. Interstate route sign. School crossing sign Speed limit sign.

5. If you stop at a railroad crossing with more than one track: Wait until you have a clear view of both tracks. Stop on the railroad track and watch for another train. Go through as soon as the train passes. Go through when one of the tracks is free.

6. Pedestrians crossing at corners have the right-of-way: Only at controlled intersections. Whether or not a crosswalk is marked. Only when a crosswalk is painted on the street. Only when crossing on green signal.

7. If you are about to overtake a bicycle and an oncoming vehicle is approaching, you must Alert the oncoming vehicle to slow down. Alert the bicycle rider about the oncoming vehicle. Slow down and let the vehicle pass first Speed up and quickly pass the bicycle.

8. You want to go into a store to make a quick purchase. you should: Leave the car running and set the parking brake. Stop the engine and set the parking brake. Stop the engine, but set the parking brake only if on a slope. Leave the car running if you do not plan on being absent for longer than five minutes.

9. A chemical test is used to measure Reaction time. Blood alcohol content. Vision. Driving ability.

10. Allow a larger space cushion when stopping: At an intersection. At a stop sign. On an up-hill. At a toll plaza.

11. Tailgating other drivers: Cannot result in a traffic citation. Can frustrate other drivers and make them angry. Reduces accidents by preventing you from being cut off. Helps fight traffic congestion.

12. With any turning vehicle, the rear wheels follow a ____ than the front wheels. Faster path. Shorter path. Longer path. Slower path.

13. Guide signs normally use what color scheme? Black on white. Black on yellow. White on green White on brown. White on blue.

14. Use your headlights on rainy, snowy, or foggy days: On the high-beam setting. So other drivers can see you. To warn others of bad conditions. Only in combination with emergency lights.

15. Large trucks turning right onto a street with two lanes in each direction: Often have to use part of the left lane to complete the turn. Must stay in the right lane at all times. May complete their turn in either the right or the left lane. Always have the right-of-way.

16. Which of the following driving skills is/are affected by the use of alcohol and/or drugs? Alertness. Coordination. Both of the above.

17. An ____ is the connection of a freeway to a road or another freeway by a series of ramps. Exit ramp. Acceleration lane. Interchange. Entry ramp.

18. Before passing another vehicle you should: Give the proper turn signal to show you are changing lanes. Flash your headlights to alert the driver. Sound your horn to get the drivers attention. Turn on your 4-way flashers to warn the driver.

19. Driving under the influence of any drug which makes you drive unsafely is: Permitted if a doctor or nurse administered it. Permitted if it is a diet pill or cold medicine. Against the law. Against the law, unless you carry the prescription with you.

20. Death due to aggressive driving totals about ____% of all highway deaths in pa each year. 30 40 50 60

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To operate a motorcycle in Pennsylvania, you must have a Class M license or permit. Licenses are issued by the Department of Transportation (DOT). The first step of the licensing process is to apply for a Class M learner's permit. Once you have received your permit, you can apply for a Class M license. Applicants under the age of 18 must hold the permit for at least six months before applying for a license. A motorcycle permit or license allows you to operate a motorcycle, motorbike, scooter, or moped on public roads.

To receive a Class M learner's permit, you must apply, submit the required documentation, pass the vision screening and the motorcycle knowledge exam, complete any required coursework and driving hours, and pay the fees. To receive a Class M license, you must apply, submit your documentation, pass the motorcycle rider skills test, and pay the fees. The motorcycle skills test can be waived if you successfully complete a motorcycle safety program.

Tests are scheduled through the DOT. The motorcycle knowledge test contains 25 questions about road safety and traffic laws. You must answer 20 of the questions correctly to pass. The motorcycle rider skills test assesses your ability to operate your motorcycle safely. If you fail, you may have to wait a week to retest.