Rhode Island DMV Driving Test

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1. If the vehicle is equipped with air bags: Seat belts should still be worn. Seat belts do not need to be worn. Seat belts should be worn behind the back.

2. If you miss your exit on a freeway, you should not: Proceed to the next exit where you can re-enter the freeway and return to your proper exit. Back up on the road or shoulder. Continue on the freeway and find an alternative route

3. Unless posted , a u-turn cannot be made in a Business district. Residential district.

4. Which of the following people may be distracted and/or inattentive? Children running into the street. Drivers with many passengers and/or unfamiliar with an area. Delivery and road repair/construction workers. All of the above.

5. Drowsy drivers Can stay awake by opening a window and turning up the radio. Should drink strong black coffee to stay awake. Can drive so poorly they may appear to be drunk. Are usually older drivers.

6. If your accelerate sticks to the floor, which of the following should you do? All listed answers. Follow an escape route off of the roadway. Shift the car to neutral and apply the brake Try to kick it free.

7. What are the consequences that can result from driving under the influence of alcohol or other drugs Possible imprisonment. A mandatory fine. Driver license revocation All of these choices.

8. Animals may be transported in the back of a pickup truck only if: The sides of the truck bed are at least 18 inches high. They are properly secured. The tailgate of the truck is closed. The driver has at least 3 years of driving experience.

9. If you are driving on a road with only one lane in each direction and you want to pass, but a curve ahead blocks your view, you must: Not pass the other vehicle. Signal longer than five seconds to pass safely. Increase your speed to pass safely. Honk your horn to make other drivers slow down.

10. What should you do if your engine stalls while you are driving? Hold your steering wheel tightly (power steering is difficult). Shift your transmission to neutral. Try to re-start, if unable, stop off road, using 4-way flashers. All of the above.

11. Which of the following does not happen after drinking Your reflexes and reaction time slow down. Your judgement of speed and distance is distorted. You are less alert You calm down so you can concentrate.

12. The total stopping distance in ideal conditions is determined by Adding the perception distance and braking distance. Subtracting the braking distance from the perception distance. Subtracting the reaction distance from the braking distance. Adding the perception distance, reaction distance and braking distance.

13. Which of the following is an unsafe distraction when driving? Controlling an emotion before putting the vehicle in gear. Leaving early to drive to a doctor's appointment. Texting a message on your cell phone. Asking a passenger to enter your mapping request into your gps.

14. A red and white triangular sign at an intersection means: Slow down if an emergency vehicle is approaching. Look both ways as you cross the intersection. Always come to a full stop at the intersection. Slow down and be prepared to stop if necessary.

15. What is the most important driving technique to avoid crashes when driving in icy or snowy conditions? Engage 4 wheel drive on the vehicle. Reduce speed and increase following distance. Add extra weight to the vehicle to improve traction Get off the highways as quickly as possible.

16. If you miss your exit from an interstate expressway: Stop in any lane of the highway. Roll down your window and ask the driver next to you for help. Get off at the next exit and come back to the exit you missed. Back up on the highway.

17. If you see orange construction signs and cones on a freeway, you must: Change lanes and maintain your current speed. Be prepared for workers and equipment ahead. Slow down because the lane ends ahead. Speed up to avoid rubbernecking.

18. 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.

19. Which of the following will help you avoid getting rear-ended? Signaling at least 100 feet before turning. Decreasing your following distance. Quickly pumping your brakes just before turning. Driving slower than other traffic.

20. What should you do if an oncoming car at night approaches with its high-beams on? Flash your high-beams quickly at the other driver. Look to the right lane or right edge of the road. Slow down and look straight ahead in your lane. Look to the left lane or left edge of the road.

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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.