Pennsylvania DMV Driving Test

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1. If your brakes fail, what is an alternative way to stop your car? A) apply your parking brake. B) gently hit the car in front of you. C) shift into a lower gear. Answers a and c.

2. What is the appropriate action to take when approaching a railroad crossing that does not have signals (such as lights or crossing gates) Always bring the car to a complete stop. Slow down and be prepared to stop. Do nothing-- all railroad crossings have signals Increase speed to get across the tracks quickly.

3. Before passing another vehicle, you should signal: Just before changing lanes. After changing lanes. Early enough so others know your plans. At any time.

4. You should never stop or backup On exit ramps. On entrance ramps. In school zones On bridges.

5. When merging onto a freeway, you should be driving: As slow and careful as possible. At the legal freeway speed limit. Slower than the freeway traffic. At or near the same speed as the freeway traffic.

6. When you look ahead while driving, it is best to: Look beyond the car ahead of you. Look only at the back of the car ahead of you. Focus on the right side of your lane. Focus on the left side of your lane.

7. You should use your vehicle's horn when: Approaching bicyclists. You are involved in an emergency situation. Traffic ahead of you is traveling below the speed limit. All of the above.

8. The top major crash type for 16 year old drivers in pennsylvania is: Driving on the shoulder of a highway. Single vehicle/run-off-the-road. Being sideswiped on an interstate. Driving in reverse on a side street.

9. You must look for bicycle riders in the same lanes used by motor vehicles because they: Must ride facing oncoming traffic. Are entitled to share the road with you. Have the right-of-way.

10. Accidents are more likely to happen: ?n city streets during rush-hour traffic. On multi-lane freeways. On bridges and overpasses. When one driver is going faster or slower than other drivers on the road.

11. Which of the following does alcohol affect Recovery from headlight glare. Reaction time. Judgement of distances All of these choices.

12. One of the penalties for driving under the influence of alcohol is a(n): Attendance to alcohol highway safety school. $100.00 fine. 12 � hour sentence in jail. 5 � year driver's license suspension.

13. A safe speed to drive your car Is the posted speed limit. Is less than the posted speed limit. Depends on the weather and road conditions Depends on the mechanical skill of the driver.

14. Who has the right-of-way when a vehicle approaches a pedestrian at an intersection with no crosswalks? The pedestrian. The pedestrian, but only when he/she has the green. The vehicle, but it should slow down. The vehicle, if it has the green.

15. You park on the left side of a one-way street facing uphill. what is the correct direction the wheel should be pointed? To the right. To the left. Wheels should be straight. All of the above.

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

18. 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.

19. Double solid white lines on the road separate two lanes of traffic Moving in the opposite direction. Merging right. Moving in the same direction Merging left.

20. When you follow vehicles too closely and another driver suddenly cuts in front of you, what should you do? Swerve into the lane next to you. Slam on your brakes. Drive onto the shoulder of the road. Take your foot off the gas pedal.

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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.