Permit Test 2023/2024 Questions and Answers Rated A+

Permit Test 2023/2024 Questions and Answers Rated A+ Regulatory Signs are usually (what colors?) and are required to be followed. red, black, and white What are some reasons for accidents? 1) lack of patience 2) transporting of people 3) early morning; late nights; rush hour 4) speeding Fines double in construction zones... True or False? TRUE Lines override signs... True or False? TRUE Routes that run north + south start with odd or even numbers? Odd Routes that run east + west start with odd or even numbers? Even Interstate routes INTO city are odd or even? Odd Interstate routes AROUND city are odd or even? Even 1 mile = 1 minute when driving at ___ mph 60 A solid white or yellow line that turns into a dotted line (short dashes) is a continuation of the line through an intersection or highway interchange... True or False? TRUE White Lane Lines separate lanes of traffic moving in the _____ direction. They may also mark the right edge of the pavement. Same BROKEN white lines mean you may cross the lines when changing lanes... True or False? TRUE A SOLID white line separates lanes going the same direction, including bicycle lanes; this line is totally okay to cross... True or False? FALSE You should only cross a solid white line if you need to avoid danger. DOUBLE SOLID white lines still separates traffic moving in the same direction, however you can/can not cross it? Can not cross Yellow Lane Lines separate traffic moving in the ______ direction. Opposite Single yellow lines may also mark the ___ edge of the pavement on divided highways and one-way streets. Left BROKEN Yellow Line separates traffic moving in opposite directions; however you must stay to the right of the line unless you are passing a vehicle in front of you. When passing, you may cross this line temporarily once it is safe to do so... True or False? TRUE DOUBLE Yellow Lines: One Solid, One Broken If the solid line is closer to you, you _____ cross the lines. If the broken line is closer to you, you _____ cross the line. cannot; can (only to pass another vehicle in front of you IF IT IS SAFE) DOUBLE Yellow Lines: Both Solid These prohibit vehicles from crossing them to pass another vehicle. However, turning left is the only exception... True or False? TRUE Speed limit in a school zone: 20 mph Speed limit in a thickly settle or business district: (unless there are signs showing a 25 mph limit) 30 mph Speed limit outside a thickly settled or business district: 40 mph Speed limit on a highway outside a thickly settled or business district: 50 mph If you drive over 45 mph in a heavy rainstorm on a highway with a speed limit of 50 mph, you can get a ticket for driving too fast... True or False? FALSE Instead of 45 mph, it's 40 mph. A "thickly settled district" is an area where buildings are more than 200 feet apart for a distance of 1/4 mile or more... True or False? FALSE It's an area where buildings are FEWER than 200 feet apart, not more. Even if the speed limit is higher, you must base your speed limit on the following... - Traffic conditions - Road conditions - Weather conditions and visibility - Pedestrians or bicyclists The minimum speed on the Massachusetts Turnpike is ____ 40 mph The minimum speed in the Boston Harbor tunnels is ____ 20 mph What is the order of the three traffic lights from top to bottom? Red = Top Yellow = Middle Green = Bottom What does a steady red light mean? It means stop. You must come to a stop and wait your turn for the light to turn green again. What are the rules on turning right and left on a steady red light? You can turn right once you have come to a complete stop and yield to pedestrians or other vehicles in your path. However, if there is a sign saying NO TURN ON RED, then you can not turn. You may also turn left on a red light if you are driving on a one way street, and about to turn left onto another one way street. What does a steady red arrow mean? It means the same as a steady red circular signal, however it only applies to the vehicles moving in the direction the arrow is pointing in. What does a flashing red light mean? It means the same as a stop sign. Obey the right-of-way laws and proceed when it is safe. **If there is a white stop line or crosswalk line, you must stop before it. If there are no lines, you must stop as close to the intersection as needed to see traffic in both directions. What does a steady yellow light mean? The traffic signal is changing from green to red, and you must stop (if it is safe.) If you are already stopped, you may not proceed. What does a flashing yellow light mean? This is simply a warning; proceed with caution and alertness, and look both ways when crossing an intersection. What does a flashing yellow arrow mean? Left or right (depending on direction of arrow) are allowed while the oncoming traffic has a green light, but there is a break in that traffic. Therefore you must proceed with caution, and be sure that there is an adequate gap for you to safely make your turn. What does a steady green light mean? It means go. But first make sure to yield to any pedestrians, bicycles, and other vehicles, if there are any. NEVER block an intersection, and you may turn so long as you have enough space to do so safely. If you are turning left, be sure to look out for oncoming traffic and any drivers that do not obey traffic signals. What does a green arrow mean? You can make a "protected" turn in the direction of the arrow. While this light is displayed, pedestrians and oncoming vehicles should be stopped for red lights; look out for signs saying the lane is only for turns in the direction of the arrow. What is/ what are the rules following a Pedestrian Hybrid Beacon? When all lights are dark you may proceed with caution; when yellow light is flashing, you must slow down, and when it is solid, you must prepare to stop; when the red lights are flashing you must stop and then proceed with caution if it is safe; when the two red lights are solid, you must stop for pedestrians. You may continue carefully through a yellow light if ______ You are within the intersection When you are planning to make a turn, you should activate your turn signals ____ 3 to 4 seconds before you reach the intersection What is the maximum speed you may drive on a motorized scooter? 20 mph Following an emergency vehicle responding to an alarm closer than how many feet is illegal? 500 ft To reduce the glare of highlights at night, you should _____ Look over to the right edge/side of the road. You may continue carefully through a yellow light if you are within ____ the intersection When you are planning to make a turn, you should activate your turn signals how long before reaching the intersection? 3 to 4 seconds Following an emergency vehicle responding to an alarm closer then how many feet is illegal? 500 feet When the driver behind you wants to pass you, you should do what? Slow down to allow room in front of your vehicle and for the other driver to complete the pass sooner. In a parking space reserved for people with disabilities, when can a non-disabled driver park there? They may never park, stop, or stand there. You drive along a street and hear a siren. You cannot immediately see the emergency vehicle. You should _____ Pull to the curb and look to see if it is on your street It is illegal for a person under 21 years of age to drive with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) that is ______ or more. 0.01% You should look for traffic by turning your head while passing a bicycle or moped... True or False? TRUE Turning your head will reveal your blind spots. What does a white diamond symbol mean on a lane mean? It indicates a lane reserved for high-occupancy vehicles. You may park or stop along the shoulder of the freeway only if you need to look at a map for directions... True or False? FALSE Only if you have an emergency. A NO PARKING sign at a certain location means you may/ may not stop temporarily to load or unload passengers...? You MAY. A habitual traffic offender has a license suspension period for 4 years... True or False? TRUE What (specific) thing does alcohol cause to the body? Reduces your reaction time. *a lot of car accidents w/ drunk drivers are caused by the D.D. not breaking fast enough. On a highway, should you signal 150ft or 100ft away before making a turn? at least 100ft What is the time rule for keeping a safe distance between your vehicle and the vehicle in front of you? The 3 second rule