Rhode Island DMV Driving Test

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1. When driving on roads that may be slippery Do not make any sudden changes in speed or direction. Reduce your following distance. Use cruise control to maintain a steady speed. Always drive at the highest speed allowed.

2. If you are over ____ blood alcohol concentration (bac), you are in violation of the law. 0.10 0.04 0.08

3. Drowsy drivers Can stay awake by opening a window and turning up the radio. Should drink strong black coffee to stay awake. Can drive so poorly they may appear to be drunk. Are usually older drivers.

4. If you have had 3 beers in the past hour, about how long will it take for all the alcohol to leave your blood stream? One hour. Two hours. Three hours.

5. To avoid crashes with vehicles in your 'blind spots': None of the above. Adjust your rear-view mirrors every few minutes. Honk your horn right before turning or changing lanes. Quickly turn your head to see if your blind spot is clear, before changing lanes.

6. Which of the following are hand signals for a right turn? Put left hand and arm up, keeping hand and arm still. Point one finger at the sky. Point two fingers to a 90 degree angle Put left hand out and point it down. Put left hand out and keep it straight.

7. When sharing the road with a trolley or light rail vehicle: Remember they are loud and move slowly like freight trains. Always pass a light rail vehicle or trolley slowly on the right. Never turn in front of an approaching trolley or light rail vehicle. Always honk your horn to greet the driver.

8. If you are under eighteen and applying for a limited instructional permit at the dmv, you must provide a driver education certificate of completion of ____ hours 16 24 20 33

9. In a parking space reserved for people with disabilities, a non-disabled driver May park in an emergency. May not park, but stop in an emergency. May not park or stop, but may stand in an emergency May neither park, stop nor stand.

10. When a yellow arrow appears as you wait in a dedicated right turn lane, you should: Be prepared to obey the next signal that appear. Check for pedestrians and then turn with caution. Stop and do not make the turn under any circumstances. Accelerate to complete the turn quicker.

11. You may park or stop along the shoulder of the freeway: Only if you have an emergency. If you need to look at a map for directions. If no part of your vehicle is on the road As long as you turn on your 4-way (emergency) flashers.

12. What causes most rear-end accidents? Looking in your rearview mirror too often. Following other vehicles too closely. Failing to pay attention. Weaving in and out of traffic.

13. On multiple lane highways, you must use ____ to pass other vehicles. The right lane. The shoulder lane. Any lane. The left lane.

14. Which of these statements is true about large trucks: They are more maneuverable than passenger vehicles. They all have air brakes which allow them to stop quickly. They take longer to stop than passenger vehicles.

15. Car drivers should never be alongside a motorcycle in the same lane even if the lane is wide and the cyclist is riding to one side, because Motorcyclists do not need to follow traffic rules. Motorcycles do not have signal lights. Motorcycles need the full width of the lane Motorcyclists may misguide the car driver.

16. Rain, snow, and ice impair your ability to see ahead, so you must ____ to stop your vehicle safely. Increase your following distance. Change lanes frequently. Increase your speed. Increase the brightness of your headlights.

17. Animals may be transported in the back of a pickup truck only if: The sides of the truck bed are at least 18 inches high. They are properly secured. The tailgate of the truck is closed. The driver has at least 3 years of driving experience.

18. The law requires motorists to turn their headlights on any time you cannot see ____ ft ahead of you. 1,000 500 750 800

19. In heavy rain, your tires can ride on a film of water and lose contact with the road. this hazard is known as Rainplaning. Waterplaning. Frictionplaning Hydroplaning.

20. A driver who is taking a non-prescription drug should Read the labels on the drug before driving. Drink alcohol instead. Continue to drive Drive only during daylight hours.

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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.