Minnesota DMV Driving Test

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1. A 'no turn on red' sign indicates ____. That bicyclists may not turn, but cars and other vehicles can. That all turns are prohibited when the light is red. That turns are prohibited only during rush hours. That only left turns are prohibited when the light is red.

2. Construction zones usually have Reduced speed limits. A standard speed limit of 10 mph. Increased speed limits No speed limits.

3. You see a car approaching from the rear, but when you check your mirror again before changing lanes, you no longer see it. you should: Turn your signal on and change lanes slowly. Look over your shoulder to be sure the car is not in your blind spot. Signal, honk your horn, and change lanes slowly. Accelerate to change lanes quicker.

4. To check your blind spot before changing lanes: Look into the left side mirror. Look into the rearview mirror. Look over your shoulder in the direction you plan to move Look into the right side mirror.

5. If there is a railroad crossing ahead and a mechanical signal warns you of an approaching train, you must: Stop and then proceed when safe. Slow down before crossing. Stop only if you see a train coming. Slow down, honk your horn and proceed through the crossing.

6. Allow extra space in front of your vehicle when following a: Station wagon. Large tour bus. Passenger car. All of the above.

7. If your car breaks down on a highway, you should: Flash your headlights at oncoming traffic. Sit in your car and wait for help. Sound your horn at passing motorists. Use your 4-way flashers to warn other drivers.

8. When merging onto a freeway, you should be driving: As slow and careful as possible. At the legal freeway speed limit. Slower than the freeway traffic. At or near the same speed as the freeway traffic.

9. A driver may be required to submit to a test to determine his blood alcohol concentration (bac) level if the officer has found ____. Gloves. No evidence. None of the answers listed Probable cause.

10. When may you make a right turn on a red light in minnesota? All of the answers listed. As long as there is no 'no turn on red' sign posted. Once you have checked that traffic is clear So long as you yield to all pedestrians. Once you have come to a complete stop.

11. A 'school crossing' sign requires you to do what? All of the listed answers. Watch for children in the crosswalk. Be prepared to stop Yield to all pedestrians.

12. In general, you should pass vehicles going in the same direction as you are going On the right. On the left. Only if the other driver signals it is safe Whenever you have the opportunity to do so.

13. Taking drugs along with alcohol: Has no effect on your general driving ability. Increases the risk of causing a crash. Lessens the effect of alcohol on your ability to drive. Is no more dangerous than alcohol by itself.

14. If you have had several beers before driving, the effects of alcohol will be reduced only by: Taking a cold shower. Waiting several hours. Drinking several cups of coffee.

15. Which of the following statements is not true regarding the use of headlights? High beams are used for open country driving when there is no traffic in sight. High beams are used when traveling behind other vehicles. Low beams are used when traveling in fog, rain, or snow Low beams are used in city driving and driving in traffic on roadways.

16. The amount of space you need to cross traffic depends on the: Cars behind you. Use of your turn signals. Presence of a stop sign. Road and weather conditions and oncoming traffic.

17. The zipper merge is a new driving strategy that involves what? Staying in your current lane up to the point of the merge, taking turns with other drivers to slowly merge into the new lane. Finding another route when you recognize that your lane will end. Merging early when you recognize that a lane will end None of the listed answers.

18. Which of these statements is true about slippery road surfaces? Bridges and overpasses freeze last. Pavements are not slippery the first few minutes after it starts raining on a hot day. On cold, wet days, shade from buildings or trees can hide spots of ice. Hydroplaning can only happen to trucks.

19. It is illegal to pass any vehicle within how many feet at a railroad crossing in minnesota? 100 25 75 150 50

20. A projecting load cannot stick out more than how many feet from the front bumper or wheels of a motor vehicle? 1 4 3 6

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To operate a motorcycle in Minnesota, you must have a motorcycle endorsement on your driver's license. Licenses are issued by the Department of Public Safety (DPS). You can apply for a motorcycle instruction permit or endorsement if you hold a valid Minnesota driver's license. A motorcycle permit or license allows you to operate a motorcycle, motorbike, scooter, or moped on public roads.

To receive a motorcycle instruction permit, you must apply, submit your documentation, pass the motorcycle knowledge exam, and pay the fees. If you are a new driver under the age of 18, you must also complete a state approved motorcycle rider training course. To receive a motorcycle endorsement on your driver's license, you must apply, submit your documentation, pass the motorcycle endorsement skills test, and pay the fees. Applicants who are over 18 also have the option of completing the Minnesota Motorcycle Safety Center (MMSC) Basic Rider Course (BRC), which will waive the knowledge and driving tests.

The tests are taken at your local Driver and Vehicle Services (DVS) station. The motorcycle knowledge exam contains 25 questions on motorcycle safety and driving skills. You must answer 20 of the questions correctly to pass. The motorcycle endorsement skills exam includes four different riding exercises that assess your ability to control your vehicle. It also measures your hazard response skills. If you fail a test, you must complete an assigned practice time prior to scheduling a new exam.