Practice test 2 of 10 — Kansas permit test

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1. Question 1: C. So a driver about to pass will see it

   A driver getting ready to pass looks to the left, so the no-passing zone pennant is placed there where it will be seen.

   Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signs — Warning signs

2. Question 2: B. The full width of a lane

   A motorcycle needs the full width of a lane. Never share a lane with one.

   Handbook: Chapter: Sharing the road — Motorcycles

3. Question 3: A. Straight ahead until you start to turn

   Keep the wheels straight. If you are hit from behind, you will not be pushed into oncoming traffic.

   Handbook: Chapter: Turning, passing and lane use — Turns

4. Question 4: A. No, never stop or park there

   Runaway ramps are only for large vehicles that cannot stop: "Never stop or park in the area of these ramps."

   Handbook: SECTION 9- Sharing the Road — Interacting with Commercial Vehicles

5. Question 5: C. Ease off the gas and get ready to slow

   Brake lights far ahead warn of slowing traffic. Ease off the gas early so you can slow smoothly.

   Handbook: Chapter: Speed and following distance — Managing space

6. Question 6: B. Slow down and leave more space

   Wet roads give your tires less grip, so slow down and leave more space ahead.

   Handbook: Chapter: Speed and following distance — Speed and road conditions

7. Question 7: A. Wait behind until you can pass safely

   Wait behind the cyclist until there is room to pass safely with plenty of space.

   Handbook: Chapter: Sharing the road — Bicycles

8. Question 8: C. Only when you are behind it

   "Unlike a school bus, you do not have to stop for a transit bus" that drops off or picks up people, "unless you are behind them."

   Handbook: SECTION 9- Sharing the Road — Public Transportation

9. Question 9: C. Your license can be suspended

   Repeated traffic violations can lead to your license being suspended, along with higher insurance costs.

   Handbook: Chapter: Alcohol, drugs and penalties — Penalties

10. Question 10: A. Your side vision narrows

    The faster you go, the more your field of view narrows, so you may miss hazards to the side.

    Handbook: Chapter: Speed and following distance — Speed and road conditions

11. Question 11: D. Follow the signals of a worker directing traffic

    This sign warns of a flagger ahead. A flagger directs traffic with signals that you must obey.

    Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signs — Work zone signs

12. Question 12: B. You cannot see as far or as clearly

    At night you cannot see as far or as clearly, so it is harder to spot hazards in time.

    Handbook: Chapter: Safe driving and hazards — Night and weather

13. Question 13: C. About 200 to 300 feet

    "Place emergency flares about 200 to 300 feet behind the vehicle," giving other drivers time to change lanes.

    Handbook: SECTION 7- Safe Driving Tips — Communicating

14. Question 14: B. Church buses and day care buses

    You must stop for "a school bus, church bus or day care bus" that is stopped to pick up or let off children.

    Handbook: SECTION 2- State/Provincial/Territory Laws and Rules of the Road — Stopping

15. Question 15: D. Toward the curb

    Facing downhill, turn the wheels toward the curb so the car rolls into the curb, not into traffic.

    Handbook: Chapter: Parking and stopping — Parking on hills

16. Question 16: D. Leave more space than usual

    Towing adds weight, so it takes longer to stop. Leave more space than usual.

    Handbook: Chapter: Speed and following distance — Following distance

17. Question 17: A. Whenever it helps prevent a crash

    Even when you have the right-of-way, yield if it will help prevent a crash.

    Handbook: Chapter: Right of way — Right-of-way basics

18. Question 18: B. Slow down and go on with care

    A flashing yellow light is a warning. Slow down and go on with care.

    Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signals and pavement markings — Traffic signals

19. Question 19: D. Not start, but finish if already crossing

    A flashing don't walk or raised hand means do not start to cross; those already crossing should finish.

    Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signals and pavement markings — Traffic signals

20. Question 20: B. After age 16, once it has been held for 6 months

    Once you are past age 16 and the restricted license "has been held for 6 months," all age-related limits are removed.

    Handbook: SECTION 1- The Driver’s License — Types of Driver’s Licenses and Driver’s Permits

21. Question 21: C. Workers are close to traffic and can be hurt

    Workers are only a few feet from traffic, so many states raise fines for speeding in a work zone to keep them safe.

    Handbook: Chapter: Speed and following distance — Special speed zones

22. Question 22: B. Stay in your lane unless a change is needed

    A solid white line between lanes means "you must stay within the lane unless a special situation requires" a lane change.

    Handbook: SECTION 6- Rules of the Road — Pavement Markings

23. Question 23: A. A train could hit your car

    Never stop or park on railroad tracks. A train cannot stop in time and could hit your car.

    Handbook: Chapter: Parking and stopping — Where not to park

24. Question 24: A. It may roll back when it starts to move

    A large truck may roll back a little as it starts on a hill, so leave extra space in front of you.

    Handbook: Chapter: Sharing the road — Large trucks and buses

25. Question 25: D. An overpass or bridge with limited space above

    A low clearance sign shows how much space there is under an overpass or bridge, so tall vehicles can avoid it.

    Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signs — Warning signs