Rhode Island DMV Driving Test

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1. Which of the following should you do when making a safe lane change? Both signal your intent with sufficient time to warn other motorists of your intent and check your mirrors. Check your mirrors. Signal your intent with sufficient time to warn other motorists of your intent None of the answers listed.

2. To practice defensive driving you should: Have an alternate plan of action ready. (always leave yourself a way out). Look well ahead of your vehicle and maintain a proper following distance. All of the above. Be aware of developing traffic situations around you.

3. An intersection has a stop sign, crosswalk, but no stop line. you must stop Before the crosswalk. 50 feet before the intersection. Where you think the stop line would be. With your front wheels in the crosswalk.

4. Which of the following is not a recommended step to take in the event of an engine failure? Begin moving out of traffic to the nearest shoulder or curbing. None of the answers listed. Try to restart the engine while you are moving Turn on the hazard flashers and immediately brake.

5. One of the rules of defensive driving is Look straight ahead as you drive. Stay alert and keep your eyes moving. Expect that other drivers will make up for your errors Be confident that you can avoid danger at the last minute.

6. If there is no crosswalk and you see a pedestrian crossing your lane, you should Make sure the pedestrian can see you before proceeding. Cautiously drive around the pedestrian. Stop and let the pedestrian finish crossing.

7. Which of the following rules must pedestrians follow? If sidewalks are available, pedestrians should not walk on or along the highway. If there are no available sidewalks, pedestrians should walk on the left side of the road facing traffic. Use the crosswalks Obey the 'walk' and 'don't walk' signals. All of the answers listed.

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

9. 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.

10. What does a flashing yellow light mean Come to a full stop. Pedestrian crossing. Proceed with caution Merging traffic.

11. Which of the following hand signals would a driver use to indicate that s/he is turning left? Left hand and arm straight out, keeping hand and arm still. Right hand and arm up, keeping hand and arm still. Left hand and arm up, keeping hand and arm still. Left hand and arm down, keeping hand and arm still.

12. Other drivers are not making room for you to merge onto a freeway with heavy traffic. if it is absolutely necessary, you may: Make room by forcing your way into a small gap. Reverse and exit the highway through the entrance ramp. Drive onto a freeway shoulder until a gap appears. Stop before merging with freeway traffic.

13. Which of the following is true of slippery roads? Shaded areas may have hidden ice spots that freeze first/dry last. Bridges and overpasses usually freeze before roads do. Wet leaves cause slipping, and wet ice is slicker than ice alone. All of the above.

14. Who must yield when a driver is turning and a pedestrian is crossing without a traffic light? The driver. Whoever started last. The pedestrian. Whoever is slower.

15. The safety belt use law of rhode island requires ____to wear a safety belt and/or shoulder harness system when travelling on the road. All passengers in the front seat of a vehicle. Only the driver of a vehicle. Passengers in any seating position of a vehicle. All passengers in the rear seat of a vehicle.

16. Do not ____ at crash scenes or locations along the highway where a law enforcement officer may have pulled a vehicle off the road. Rubberneck. Keep your eyes on the road. Stay concentrated. Use safety belts.

17. In work zones, you should Avoid tailgating and keep a safe following distance. Pass the driver in front of you as soon as you can. Follow the driver in front of you closely.

18. Always signal when: Changing lanes. Pulling in or out of a parking space. Pulling into traffic from a parking area or alley All of the above.

19. If you need to slow down or stop when other drivers may not expect it, you should: Use your emergency brake. Look over your shoulder for traffic in your blind spot. Quickly tap your brake pedal a few times. Get ready to blow your horn.

20. To avoid accidents, drivers should communicate with each other by: Signaling when changing lanes/direction, slowing down or stopping. Using their horns in emergencies and when really necessary. Using emergency flashers/flares/signs as needed. All of the above.

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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.