Rhode Island DMV Driving Test

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1. Which type of line signifies a separation of traffic moving in opposite directions? A solid orange line. A solid red line. A solid white line A solid yellow line. A white line which is broken.

2. 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.

3. Stopping distances and severity of crashes Increase as vehicle speed increases. Decrease as vehicle speed increases. Are not affected by vehicle speed.

4. When you reach a marked or unmarked crossing, you must yield and watch for Trucks. Pedestrians. Slow-moving vehicles Heavy vehicles.

5. When driving in fog or mist, never put your headlights on high beam because: The light will reflect back into your eyes. Vehicles behind you may follow too closely. Approaching vehicles might not see you

6. If you are following a truck that swings left before making a right turn at an intersection, you should remember that it is very dangerous to: Try to squeeze between the truck and curb to make a right turn. Apply your brakes until the truck has completed the turn. Violate the 4-second following distance rule. Honk your horn at the truck driver.

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. A person who drives his/her vehicle much slower than the posted speed limit Is a very safe driver. Always has the right of way. May create a dangerous situation which might cause a crash. Should not let following cars pass.

9. The basic color for various traffic control devices used in construction and maintenance work areas is: Red. Yellow. Orange.

10. Driving under the influence of any drug which makes you drive unsafely is: Permitted if a doctor or nurse administered it. Permitted if it is a diet pill or cold medicine. Against the law. Against the law, unless you carry the prescription with you.

11. Which of the following should you do after a collision. All listed answers. Move your vehicle to the side of the roadway if possible. Stop your vehicle immediately Try to stay calm.

12. If a driver behind you is following too closely, you must Move to the left lane and increase your speed. Move to the right lane and stop your vehicle. Move to the left lane and reduce your speed Move to the right lane and reduce your speed.

13. When in a vehicle, wear a seat belt: On high-speed highways. On long trips. All the time.

14. When you exit a high-speed, two-lane roadway, you must ____ if you have traffic following you. Increase your speed. Try not to slow down too suddenly. Press on the brakes hard. Try to slow down as soon as possible.

15. Seatbelts are not effective: When traveling faster than 40 mph. At slow speeds. In the city. Seat belts are always effective.

16. Lighted arrows are sometimes used to control turns from a specific lane. a red arrow: Means the same as a circular red light for the indicated lane of traffic. Means that the traffic the arrow is pointing toward must stop. Is never used as a traffic signal Means that you may go in the direction indicated by the arrow.

17. You may turn right on red if you: Stop first and check for traffic and pedestrians. Have a right turn red arrow. Are in the left lane. Slow down first.

18. Vehicles stopped behind a school bus when the red lights are flashing must remain stopped until: The stop arm is retracted. The stop arm is retracted and the bus resumes motion. All students are off the bus.

19. When a traffic light turns green, should you go immediately? No, because you must first wait five seconds before proceeding. Yes, or you can be given a ticket for causing gridlock. Yes, but you must yield to any vehicle or person still in the intersection. Yes, because you have the right-of-way.

20. Increasing your vehicle's speed: Has no effect on your field of vision. Decreases your field of vision. Increases your field of vision. Makes it easier to see cross traffic.

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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.