Pennsylvania DMV Driving Test

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1. If you see orange construction signs and cones on a freeway, you must: Change lanes and maintain your current speed. Be prepared for workers and equipment ahead. Slow down because the lane ends ahead. Speed up to avoid rubbernecking.

2. When driving near a blind pedestrian who is carrying a white cane or using a guide dog, you should: Proceed normally. Take the right-of-way. Drive away quickly. Slow down and be prepared to stop.

3. You must avoid driving next to other vehicles on multilane roads because You may not see the vehicles in front of you. Someone may crowd your lane. You may not see the vehicles following you Someone may hit you from behind.

4. On a traffic signal, a steady yellow 'x' indicates ____. You may continue to use this lane, but only with caution. You are not allowed to use this traffic lane. You may only turn left while being in this lane You must change the current lane because the direction this lane travels is about to be reversed.

5. What should you do if your accelerator sticks while you are driving? Concentrate on steering and seeing the road. Pump the accelerator and try to clear any obstruction. Shift to neutral, brake and stop off of the road, turn on flashers. All of the above.

6. While all of the following are dangerous to do while driving, which is also illegal? Reading a road map. Traveling slower than other traffic. Adjusting your outside mirrors. Listening to music through a set of dual headphones.

7. You may drive around the gates at a railroad crossing: When other drivers drive around the gates. When the train has passed. When the lights have stopped flashing. Never.

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

9. A parallel parking maneuver should begin from what location? At a 45-degree angle to the car behind the space. At a 45-degree angle to the car in front of the space. Even with the car in front of the space Even with the car behind the space. Even with the parking space itself.

10. If you have a BAC of .10%, you are ____ times more likely to cause an accident than if you were sober. 3 5 7 10

11. Which of these is true about other drivers? Drivers always obey traffic signs and signals. Drivers using turn signals always turn in the direction indicated. Never assume other drivers will give you the right-of-way. Drivers operating larger vehicles are safer drivers.

12. What should you do if an oncoming car at night approaches with its high-beams on? Flash your high-beams quickly at the other driver. Look to the right lane or right edge of the road. Slow down and look straight ahead in your lane. Look to the left lane or left edge of the road.

13. When you want to overtake and pass another vehicle you should Wait for a signal from the other driver. Change lanes quickly so the other driver will see you. Signal and pass when safe to do so Stay close behind so you need less time to pass.

14. What does a double, solid centerline indicate in pennsylvania? None of the answers listed. That passing is allowed at all times. That passing is allowed unless there is a sign marking that there is no passing That you may pass as long as you deem it safe to do so. That passing is not allowed at any time.

15. The right lane on a freeway should remain open for ____ as much as possible. Through traffic. Passing traffic. Traffic entering and leaving the freeway. Heavy vehicles.

16. Where should you hold the steering wheel when steering to avoid a crash? 1 o'clock and 9 o'clock. 3 o'clock and 9 o'clock. 4 o'clock and 9 o'clock 6 o'clock and 9 o'clock. None of the answers listed.

17. If you wish to enter an expressway or freeway, you must ____ before merging with the traffic. Move to the deceleration lane. Reduce your speed. Move to the acceleration lane. Move to the right-hand lane.

18. After you have passed a car you should return to the right lane when you See the front bumper of the other car in your mirror. Have put your turn signal on. Have turned your headlights on See the other car's headlights come on.

19. 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.

20. When driving in fog, you should use your ____. High beam headlights. Low beam headlights. Parking lights. Hazard flashers.

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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.