Rhode Island DMV Driving Test

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1. To maintain a safe distance from the vehicle ahead of you in ideal conditions, you must follow The one-second following distance rule. The six-second following distance rule. The two-second following distance rule. The three-second following distance rule.

2. Diabetic drivers who take ____ should not drive vehicles when there is any chance of going into shock. Nutritious, healthy food. Insulin. Food with sugars. Regular meals.

3. When changing a lane, all of the following are correct maneuvers, except When you turn your head to check the blind spots, turn the steering wheel. Looking over your shoulder in the direction you plan to move to check the blind spots. Looking in your rearview and side mirrors Not taking your eyes off the road ahead for more than an instant.

4. How many seconds should you have between your vehicle and the vehicle in front of you, at a minimum (following distance)? 1 second. 2 seconds. 3 seconds. None of the answers listed. 10 seconds.

5. What should drivers do when approaching a construction area? Honk their horn several times to alert individuals working in the area of their presence. Increase their speed to get out of the way quickly. Slow down, stop all wireless telephone communications and yield the right-of-way

6. Yield also means stop if you cannot merge safely into the flow of traffic False. True.

7. What can you do to avoid the need to make emergency (or 'panic') stops while driving in traffic? Drive slower than the flow of traffic. Drive in the right lane only. Look ahead and maintain a safe following distance. Honk your horn to make others aware of your presence.

8. If an emergency vehicle is approaching you with a siren and flashing lights on, you are required to Pull over to the right edge of the road. Continue at the same speed. Stop immediately wherever you are Increase your speed and clear the lane.

9. When overtaking a pedestrian who is walking along the roadway and an oncoming vehicle is approaching: Honk your horn so the pedestrian moves over. Keep driving, the oncoming vehicle must stop for you. Slow down and let the vehicle pass first.

10. The octagonal shape in the figure is

A yield sign. A road construction sign. A stop sign A do not enter sign.

11. Should you drive slower than other traffic that is traveling within the speed limit? Yes. it makes the other traffic drive slower, too. No. you can block traffic when you drive too slowly. Yes. it is safer than driving too fast. Yes, provided you are not driving in the far left lane.

12. A person's ability to drive safely can be impaired by Alcohol. Drugs, even if they are prescribed by a doctor. Lack of sleep. All of the above.

13. When approaching an intersection where there are no signs or traffic lights, you must Yield to vehicles on the right. Yield to heavy vehicles. Yield to vehicles on the left Yield to slow-moving vehicles.

14. Regulatory signs perform which function. Alert drivers to laws. Alert to existing hazards. Alert to possible hazards Give directions to drivers.

15. To avoid hydroplaning, you should: Slow down. Keep a constant speed. Apply the brakes as soon as the car starts to skid.

16. Use your headlights on rainy, snowy, or foggy days: On the high-beam setting. So other drivers can see you. To warn others of bad conditions. Only in combination with emergency lights.

17. This sign warns of

A heavy truck. A steep hill. A fire station. A truck parking area.

18. Driving faster than traffic and continually passing other cars: Helps get you to your destination much faster and safer. Increases your chances of an accident. Helps prevent traffic congestion. Is only allowed on a highway.

19. This round-figured sign indicates that

Traffic is merging ahead. The right side of the road is closed. There is a railroad crossing ahead There is road repair work ahead.

20. Two solid yellow lines on the pavement mean: Passing is allowed during daylight only. Passing is allowed for both drivers. Passing is allowed if you are at the top a hill. Passing is not allowed.

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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.