Practice test 2 of 10 — Michigan permit test

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1. Question 1: D. Before the no-passing zone begins

   You must complete a pass and be back in your lane before a no-passing zone begins.

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

2. Question 2: A. No, the median divides the road

   Michigan does not require you to stop for a school bus on the other side of a highway divided by a barrier such as a grass median.

   Handbook: Chapter 4: Traffic Laws — School buses

3. Question 3: B. $1,000

   Michigan drivers must notify the police after a crash with injuries or property damage over $1,000.

   Handbook: Chapter 7: Emergencies and Special Situations — Crashes

4. Question 4: B. They should yield, but you must still avoid them

   Pedestrians outside a crosswalk should yield to cars, but drivers must still take care not to hit anyone.

   Handbook: Chapter: Right of way — Pedestrians

5. Question 5: A. 0.08 percent

   In nearly every state the limit for drivers 21 and over is 0.08 percent; a state may set it lower.

   Handbook: Chapter: Alcohol, drugs and penalties — Legal limits

6. Question 6: C. 5 points

   Michigan assesses 5 points for speeding more than 15 mph over the limit in a work zone, where fines are also doubled.

   Handbook: Chapter 4: Traffic Laws — Construction zones

7. Question 7: B. No, but be respectful of it

   Michigan drivers should be respectful of funeral processions but are not required to pull over when they see one.

   Handbook: Chapter 4: Traffic Laws — Right of way and funerals

8. Question 8: B. The driver on your right

   When two drivers stop at the same time, the driver on the left yields to the driver on the right.

   Handbook: Chapter: Right of way — Stop signs and intersections

9. Question 9: C. Follow the signs around a closed road

   A detour sign leads you around a closed road. Follow the detour signs to get back on your route.

   Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signs — Work zone signs

10. Question 10: C. Fire trucks must leave fast

    Fire trucks need to leave the station fast, so never block its driveway.

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

11. Question 11: B. Any time it is hard to see

    Turn on your headlights any time it is hard to see, such as at dusk, in rain or in fog.

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

12. Question 12: C. 6 months

    With no prior drug violations, a Michigan drug conviction brings a 6 month license suspension, even if you were not driving.

    Handbook: Chapter 2: Your Driving Record — Alcohol and drugs

13. Question 13: A. No, it is not allowed

    Do not park across a driveway. It keeps people from getting in or out.

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

14. Question 14: B. Trains cannot stop quickly or steer away

    A train cannot steer and may need a mile or more to stop, so you must always yield to it.

    Handbook: Chapter: Right of way — Railroad crossings

15. Question 15: B. Toward the right edge of your lane

    Look toward the right edge of your lane to keep your path in view until the car passes.

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

16. Question 16: A. No driver should insist on taking it

    The law says who must yield, but no driver should insist on the right-of-way if it could cause a crash.

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

17. Question 17: A. No, unless signs say you may

    In general, parking on a bridge or in a tunnel is not allowed unless signs say you may.

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

18. Question 18: B. It ends, and you must turn left or right

    The T-shaped symbol warns that your road ends at a crossing road, so you must turn left or right.

    Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signs — Warning signs

19. Question 19: B. No, not even hands-free

    Kelsey's Law bars teens with a GDL Level 1 or Level 2 from making or receiving non-emergency calls, so hands-free does not help.

    Handbook: Chapter 4: Traffic Laws — Cell phone use prohibited for all drivers – including teens

20. Question 20: B. Turn off the engine, take the keys, and lock it

    Turn off the engine, take the keys and lock the car so no one can drive it away and it cannot roll.

    Handbook: Chapter: Parking and stopping — Leaving a parked car

21. Question 21: C. Pull to the right edge of the road and stop

    For an emergency vehicle using its siren and lights, pull to the right edge of the road and stop until it passes.

    Handbook: Chapter: Right of way — Emergency vehicles

22. Question 22: A. After a full stop, unless a sign forbids it

    Generally you may turn right on red after a full stop if no sign forbids it and you yield to people and traffic.

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

23. Question 23: B. Hold the wheel firmly and ease off the gas

    Hold the wheel firmly, ease off the gas and let the car slow down before you brake gently.

    Handbook: Chapter: Emergencies and vehicle equipment — Tire failure

24. Question 24: B. License suspension

    A first conviction for driving under the influence commonly leads to license suspension, along with fines.

    Handbook: Chapter: Alcohol, drugs and penalties — Penalties

25. Question 25: D. It loops around a city or links two Interstates

    A three-digit Interstate with an even first digit usually loops around a city or links two Interstates; an odd one is usually a spur.

    Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signs — Guide and service signs

26. Question 26: C. 500 feet

    Michigan makes it illegal to use or even flash high beams within 500 feet of an oncoming vehicle.

    Handbook: Chapter 7: Emergencies and Special Situations — Driving at night

27. Question 27: B. Slow down, honk, and steer right

    Slow down, warn the driver with your horn and steer right. Do not steer left into its lane, since it may move back.

    Handbook: Chapter: Safe driving and hazards — Defensive driving

28. Question 28: C. A state or local road agency

    Michigan lets state and local road agencies add green lights to maintenance vehicles; private contractors may not display green lights.

    Handbook: Chapter 4: Traffic Laws — Maintenance vehicles

29. Question 29: D. Stop, call 911, and help if you can

    Stop, call 911, and give help you are able to give. Do not move injured people unless they are in danger.

    Handbook: Chapter: Emergencies and vehicle equipment — Crashes

30. Question 30: A. Parking on the street side of a parked car

    Double parking is stopping on the street side of a parked car. It blocks traffic and is generally not allowed.

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

31. Question 31: B. You must not drive onto this road from here

    This sign means do not enter. You must not drive onto the road or ramp from this direction.

    Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signs — Regulatory signs

32. Question 32: C. High beams, until another car comes near

    High beams let you see farther on a dark, empty road; switch back to low beams when another car comes near.

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

33. Question 33: A. Go past it and U-turn at a median crossover

    At a Michigan Left you cannot turn left directly; drive past the intersection or turn right, then make a U-turn at a median crossover.

    Handbook: Chapter 5: Signs, Pavement Markings and Signals — Michigan Lefts

34. Question 34: A. You may be in their blind spot and boxed in

    Driving beside other cars can leave you in their blind spot with no room to move if something happens.

    Handbook: Chapter: Speed and following distance — Managing space

35. Question 35: B. People crossing and cross traffic on green

    When turning right on red, yield to people in the crosswalk and to cross traffic that has a green light.

    Handbook: Chapter: Right of way — Turning at intersections

36. Question 36: B. Another road crosses yours

    The cross symbol warns of a crossroad ahead. Watch for traffic coming from both sides.

    Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signs — Warning signs

37. Question 37: B. Slow down or stop and let that car go first

    At a yield sign you must give way. Slow down, or stop if needed, and let the car with the right-of-way pass first.

    Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signs — Regulatory signs

38. Question 38: B. A railroad crossing ahead

    The letters RXR painted on the road warn of a railroad crossing ahead.

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

39. Question 39: C. A steep downhill grade ahead

    The truck on a downward slope warns of a steep downhill grade. Check your speed and use a lower gear.

    Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signs — Warning signs

40. Question 40: D. Over your right shoulder through the rear window

    Turn and look over your right shoulder through the rear window, and check all around, not just your mirrors.

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

41. Question 41: B. A safe speed for the curve in good conditions

    The yellow plaque shows an advisory speed, a safe speed for the curve in good conditions. In bad weather go slower than 35 MPH.

    Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signs — Warning signs

42. Question 42: A. Find another way home, like a sober driver

    Never ride with a driver who has been drinking. Find a sober driver or another safe way home.

    Handbook: Chapter: Alcohol, drugs and penalties — Making safe choices

43. Question 43: A. Stop and let the person cross

    Pedestrians in a crosswalk have the right-of-way. Stop and let them finish crossing.

    Handbook: Chapter: Right of way — Pedestrians

44. Question 44: C. 4 points

    The manual lists "Younger than age 21 with any bodily alcohol content" under Four Points (4 points).

    Handbook: Chapter 2: Your Driving Record — Michigan's point system

45. Question 45: A. It can often stop in a shorter distance

    A motorcycle can often stop in a shorter distance than a car, so leave more space behind it.

    Handbook: Chapter: Speed and following distance — Following distance

46. Question 46: A. To speed up to match highway traffic

    Use the acceleration lane to get up to the speed of highway traffic so you can merge smoothly.

    Handbook: Chapter: Turning, passing and lane use — Highway driving

47. Question 47: D. They tell people where you are in an emergency

    Mile markers show your place on the highway, which helps you tell police or rescue workers where you are.

    Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signs — Guide and service signs

48. Question 48: B. 25 mph

    Michigan defines slow-moving vehicles, such as Amish buggies and farm machines, as vehicles that cannot go faster than 25 mph.

    Handbook: Chapter 6: Sharing the Road — Slow-moving vehicles

49. Question 49: D. No passing from either side

    Two solid yellow lines down the center of the road mean no passing from either side.

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

50. Question 50: D. Keep a safe following distance

    A safe following distance gives you time to react and stop if the car ahead stops suddenly.

    Handbook: Chapter: Speed and following distance — Following distance

51. Question 51: D. Judgment

    Alcohol affects judgment first, so a driver may feel fine while making poor choices.

    Handbook: Chapter: Alcohol, drugs and penalties — How alcohol affects you

52. Question 52: B. Insurance costs go up

    Insurance costs usually go up a lot after a conviction for driving under the influence.

    Handbook: Chapter: Alcohol, drugs and penalties — Penalties

53. Question 53: A. Saves very little time and adds a lot of risk

    Speeding on most trips saves only a few minutes but raises the chance and harm of a crash.

    Handbook: Chapter: Speed and following distance — Basic speed rule

54. Question 54: D. About 400 feet

    A car at 55 mph can stop in about 130 feet, but a commercial vehicle at the same speed takes about 400 feet.

    Handbook: Chapter 6: Sharing the Road — Commercial vehicles

55. Question 55: A. Cars may enter from a road on the right

    This side road sign warns that a road joins from the right, so cars may enter your road.

    Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signs — Warning signs

56. Question 56: C. Stay calm and let it go

    Do not respond to an angry driver. Stay calm, avoid eye contact, and give them room.

    Handbook: Chapter: Safe driving and hazards — Road rage

57. Question 57: A. At least 20 feet

    Michigan drivers must stop at least 20 feet from a school bus with its red overhead lights flashing.

    Handbook: Chapter 4: Traffic Laws — School buses

58. Question 58: A. In the exit lane, after leaving the main lanes

    Keep your speed in the main lanes and slow down once you are in the exit lane.

    Handbook: Chapter: Turning, passing and lane use — Highway driving

59. Question 59: A. You may not pass other vehicles here

    This sign means do not pass. You must not pass other vehicles on this part of the road.

    Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signs — Regulatory signs

60. Question 60: D. Wait for the car to pass, then turn

    When turning left on a green light, you must yield to oncoming traffic going straight or turning right.

    Handbook: Chapter: Right of way — Turning at intersections

61. Question 61: B. Generally no, since it blocks cyclists

    Generally you may not park in a bike lane, since it forces cyclists into traffic.

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

62. Question 62: C. 50 hours, with 10 at night

    A Michigan teen needs at least 50 hours of supervised driving, including 10 hours at night, before the driving skills test.

    Handbook: Chapter 1: Your Driver's License — Under 18 – Graduated Driver Licensing

63. Question 63: C. No; only oncoming drivers may pass here

    A solid yellow line on your side means you may not cross it to pass. The broken line lets oncoming drivers pass.

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

64. Question 64: B. In an intersection

    You may not park in an intersection, since it blocks traffic and people crossing.

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

65. Question 65: A. About four times as far

    Braking distance grows with the square of speed, so doubling your speed makes it about four times as far.

    Handbook: Chapter: Speed and following distance — Stopping distance

66. Question 66: C. Yes, after a full stop and yielding

    The Michigan manual says that when "turning left from a two-way street onto a one-way street" on red, you stop fully and yield first.

    Handbook: Chapter 4: Traffic Laws — Right of way when turning

67. Question 67: C. Signal and merge when there is a safe gap

    When your lane ends, signal early and merge into the next lane when there is a safe gap.

    Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signs — Warning signs

68. Question 68: A. Gravity keeps pulling the car forward

    Going downhill, gravity keeps pulling the car forward, so it takes longer to stop; slow down and leave more space.

    Handbook: Chapter: Speed and following distance — Stopping distance

69. Question 69: D. To warn others of danger

    Use your horn to warn other people of danger, not to show anger.

    Handbook: Chapter: Safe driving and hazards — Defensive driving

70. Question 70: D. The top legal speed when conditions are good

    A speed limit sign shows the highest legal speed in good conditions. You may need to go slower when conditions are poor.

    Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signs — Regulatory signs

71. Question 71: C. 45 mph

    For most construction, maintenance or surveying work in Michigan, the speed limit is 45 mph unless posted differently.

    Handbook: Chapter 4: Traffic Laws — Construction zones

72. Question 72: D. No more than one

    A Level 2 driver may carry no more than one passenger under 21, unless an adult 21 or older is along, the riders are family, or it is for work.

    Handbook: Chapter 1: Your Driver's License — Under 18 – Graduated Driver Licensing

73. Question 73: C. Cyclists and people walking

    Cyclists and people walking may be on your right as you turn, so check for them before turning right.

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

74. Question 74: A. Do not cross it

    Michigan uses solid white lines to separate same-direction lanes where changes are risky, and the manual says "Do not cross a solid white line."

    Handbook: Chapter 5: Signs, Pavement Markings and Signals — Solid white lines

75. Question 75: D. At least 3 feet

    Michigan law requires at least 3 feet of space when passing a bicyclist; if that is impractical, pass at a safe distance and speed.

    Handbook: Chapter 6: Sharing the Road — Bicyclists

76. Question 76: B. You have left the work zone

    The end road work sign tells you that you have left the work zone and normal rules apply again.

    Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signs — Work zone signs

77. Question 77: A. Yield and let them cross

    Even when a pedestrian is crossing against the signal, you must yield to avoid hitting them.

    Handbook: Chapter: Right of way — Pedestrians

78. Question 78: D. Do not drive until you know how it affects you

    A car counts as heavy machinery. Do not drive until you know how the medicine affects you.

    Handbook: Chapter: Alcohol, drugs and penalties — Drugs and medicine

79. Question 79: B. Pull over where safe and let them pass

    If a long line forms behind you, pull over where it is safe and let them pass.

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

80. Question 80: A. Age 8 or 4 feet 9 inches tall

    Michigan children ride in a car seat or booster until they are 8 years old or 4 feet 9 inches tall, whichever comes first.

    Handbook: Chapter 4: Traffic Laws — Protecting children and teens