Rhode Island DMV Driving Test

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1. Any person of any age with a BAC of ____ is intoxicated and will be charged with drunk driving. driving while intoxicated (dwi). 0.04% 0.06% 0.08% All of the answers listed.

2. To turn right onto a two-way street from a two-way street, start in the right lane and end in: The left lane. The lane closest to the curb. Any lane that is available. All of the above.

3. When you are in a dedicated turn lane controlled by a green arrow, which of the following is true? All vehicles or pedestrians in the intersection must yield to you. All oncoming traffic is stopped by red lights. You may turn in the direction the arrow is pointing without checking traffic. All of the above.

4. When making a turn, you must ____ your speed. Maintain. Vary. Reduce. Increase.

5. What is a common factor in the traffic deaths of teenage drivers? Slow reflexes. Fear of taking risks. Lack of driving skill. Driving too slow.

6. 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.

7. When you follow vehicles too closely and another driver suddenly cuts in front of you, what should you do? Swerve into the lane next to you. Slam on your brakes. Drive onto the shoulder of the road. Take your foot off the gas pedal.

8. What is the benefit of a space cushion around your vehicle It inflates to protect you from injury in case of a collision. If another driver makes a mistake, you have time to react. Other drivers can 'cut' in front of you, improving traffic flow.

9. Work zone signs mean: It is summer. You should drive faster to get out of the work zone. Less than ideal conditions are present for driving. You must immediately stop and back up.

10. When an animal suddenly runs in front of your vehicle, you must Apply the brakes as hard as you can. Use the horn and proceed. Concentrate on retaining control of your vehicle Quickly drive around the animal.

11. Yellow lines separate: Traffic lanes moving in opposite directions. Traffic lanes on one-way streets. 20 ft away from a railroad track. Center turn lanes and turn-out lanes.

12. Which of the following is not true of motorcycles? The stopping distance for motorcycles is nearly the same as for cars, but slippery pavement makes it difficult to stop quickly. A motorcycle may look farther away than it is. A motorcycle seems to be moving faster than it really is Mirrors are larger on a motorcycle and usually concave.

13. What can you do to avoid the need to make emergency (or 'panic') stops while driving in traffic? Drive slower than the flow of traffic. Drive in the right lane only. Look ahead and maintain a safe following distance. Honk your horn to make others aware of your presence.

14. Aggressive drivers All of the above. Take out their frustrations on other motorists. Are high risk drivers. Run stop signs, speed, tailgate, weave in and out of traffic, make improper lane changes, honk.

15. If you approach a person (who is about to cross the road) walking with a white cane, or a white cane tipped with red, you must Take a detour. Go slow. Stop Use your horn.

16. When driving at night you should Look directly at the headlights on the oncoming vehicle. Always use your high beams. Increase your following distance.

17. ____ are used by drivers to exit a freeway and to slow down while entering an exit ramp. Deceleration lanes. Merging lanes. Acceleration lanes. Shoulder lanes.

18. Hydroplaning is usually caused by: Excessive speed. Excessive stops. Sudden stops. Sudden turns.

19. When double solid yellow lines mark the center of the road and separate oncoming traffic: Passing is permitted on the left. Passing is not allowed in either direction. Passing is permitted on the right

20. What should you do if you are approaching an intersection with a flashing yellow signal light? Maintain your speed but watch for other vehicles. Stop before crossing the intersection. Slow down and cross carefully. Stop and wait until the signal turns green.

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To operate a motorcycle in Rhode Island, you must have a motorcycle license or permit. Licenses are issued by the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV). You must be at least 16 years old to apply for a motorcycle permit or license. A motorcycle permit or license allows you to operate a motorcycle, motorbike, scooter, or moped on public roads.

To receive a motorcycle permit, you must apply, hold a current Rhode Island provisional or standard driver's license, submit your documentation, complete a motorcycle safety course, and pay the fees. Once you have held your permit for at least 30 days, you can apply for a motorcycle license. To receive a motorcycle license, you must apply, submit your documentation, pass the written exam and the motorcycle driving test, and pay the fees.

All motorcycle coursework and testing must be completed through the Community College of Rhode Island (CCRI). You will be required to pass a written exam and a riding test as part of your Basic Rider Course (BRC). If you fail to complete the coursework hours or fail the riding test twice, you may be required to retake the course.