Pennsylvania DMV Driving Test

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1. To ensure the lane next to you is clear when you want to change lanes, you should: Turn your head and look over the right shoulder. Look into the rearview mirror only. Turn your head and look in the lane you are going to enter. Turn your head and look over your left shoulder.

2. To help avoid skidding on slippery surfaces you should: Step sharply on the brakes to slow down quickly. Avoid quick stops. Follow in the tracks of the vehicle in front of you. Aim for low spots on the road.

3. How often should you have your vision checked? Every 1 to 2 years. Every 2 to 3 years. Every 3 to 4 years Only when your license expires and you apply for a renewal. Every 4 to 5 years.

4. A flashing red light at an intersection means No right turns permitted. Slow down and proceed with caution. Stop and remain stopped until a green light appears The same thing as a stop sign.

5. Which of the following statements is true regarding making turns? Start from the lane farthest to where you want to go. Start from the lane closest to where you want to go. Always start from the rightmost lane Always start from the leftmost lane.

6. Zones or spots beside or behind your vehicle where you cannot see other vehicles or pedestrians are called Zero spots. Blind spots. Invisible spots. No spots.

7. If you approach a vehicle displaying a reflective orange triangle sign on the rear, you must Slow down and use caution. Share the same lane with the vehicle. Pass the vehicle quickly Follow too closely.

8. When driving on wet roads, you should: Decrease following distance to 2 seconds. Increase following distance to 5 or 6 seconds. Maintain the 4-second following distance rule. Not be concerned about following distance.

9. What will you be fined if you do not use your windshield wipers when necessary? No fine. Ten dollars. Thirty dollars Twenty dollars. Twenty five dollars.

10. You need to use extra caution when driving near a pedestrian using a white cane because: He or she has a mental disability. He or she is blind. He or she is deaf. He or she has a walking problem.

11. Freeway traffic traveling at less than the normal speed should use which lane? The right lane. The left lane. The center lane. Whichever lane has the least traffic.

12. Blood alcohol content (bac) depends on each of the following except Your body weight. How much you drink. How much time passes between drinks How physically fit you are.

13. Flash floods can cause vehicles to float and fill with water, trapping and drowning people. while especially dangerous at night and in deep water, even ____ inches of water can float some small cars. Two. 4 Six. Eight.

14. An ____ is the connection of a freeway to a road or another freeway by a series of ramps. Exit ramp. Acceleration lane. Interchange. Entry ramp.

15. You may not cross a single broken white (or yellow) line When to do so would interfere with traffic. When turning left into a driveway. When the car in front is disabled. When passing to the right on a one-way street.

16. When entering and exiting a roundabout, you must always Keep right. Keep left. Increase your speed Change lanes.

17. You may not park within ____ feet of a crosswalk at an intersection. 5 10 15 20

18. When a yellow arrow appears as you are about to turn from a dedicated left turn lane, you should: Stop and not turn under any circumstances. Speed up to get through the intersection. Be prepared to obey the next signal that appears. Make a protected turn since you have the right-of-way over all vehicles and pedestrians.

19. What is the basic speed law? Never drive faster than is safe for current conditions. Never drive faster than the posted speed limits. Keep up with the flow of traffic. All of the above.

20. What does a pedestrian using a white cane mean? They are blind. They are deaf. They can't walk properly They have a mental disability.

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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.