MONTANA DRIVING PRACTICE TEST
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
What is the number one cause of death on Montana's roads? - ANSWER-Drunk Driving
If an underage driver is convicted of Minor in Possession of Alcohol (MIP), the penalties
will include - ANSWER-Confiscation of their driver's license
You see this flashing yellow "X" above your lane. What does it mean? - ANSWER-This
lane is only for making turns
Alcohol reduces all of the important skills you need to drive safely, but what is the main
reason drinking and driving is so dangerous? - ANSWER-Alcohol affects your
judgement and skill
On a four-lane divided roadway or a one-way road, a solid yellow line usually marks -
ANSWER-The left edge of the pavement
Are you allowed to turn left at a red signal? - ANSWER-Yes, but only when turning from
a one-way street onto another one-way street.
When you drive on highways, you should try to look at least _________ ahead. -
ANSWER-4 city blocks
Before turning right at an intersection, you should make sure that there is no traffic
approaching - ANSWER-from your left and no oncoming traffic turning left into your path
In which of the following locations can you legally park?
-Facing against the flow of traffic
-35 ft from a railroad crossing
-35 ft from a stop sign
-None of the above - ANSWER-35 ft from a stop sign
A fourth DUI conviction may result in a fine of up to - ANSWER-$10,000
A two-headed arrow with one head pointing straight ahead and the other pointing left
means - ANSWER-that you may either proceed straight ahead or turn left.
_________ are the most likely places for car and motorcycle collisions to occur. -
ANSWER-Intersections
, Yellow diamond sign with an arrow that winds means that - ANSWER-there is a winding
road ahead
At an accident scene, - ANSWER-Do not stop at an accident unless you are involved or
emergency help has not arrived yet. Keep your attention on your driving and keep
moving, watching for people who might be in or near the road. Never drive to the scene
of an accident, fire, or other disaster just to look. You may block the way for police,
firefighters, ambulances, tow trucks, and other rescue vehicles.
If you are convicted of driving while your driver license is suspended or revoked, _____
points will be added to your driving record. - ANSWER-6 points
Which of the following are used as left-edge lines on divided highways? - ANSWER-
single solid yellow lines
If you are convicted of leaving the scene of an accident that involved at least $250 in
property damage but no injuries, ____ points will be added to your driving record. -
ANSWER-4 points
You see a lane marked with a double dashed yellow line on each side. What kind of
lane is this? - ANSWER-A reversible lane (A reversible lane carries traffic in one
direction at certain times and in the opposite direction at other times. Reversible lanes
are typically used to add extra capacity during the morning and evening rush hours.
Watch for signs or overhead signals indicating whether the reversible lane is currently
open in your direction.)
When you approach a roundabout, always enter to the _______ of the central island. -
ANSWER-right
Diagonal yellow stripes painted on some streets and highways indicate - ANSWER-a
narrow road or an obstruction ahead.
You are not allowed to park within __________ feet of a fire hydrant - ANSWER-15 ft
Which of the following statements about these traffic signals are true?
-You can proceed on a green signal after yielding to all pedestrians and traffic already in
the intersection.
-You may make any legal maneuver that is not specifically prohibited by a traffic control
device.
- if you plan to make a left turn, you must first yield to oncoming vehicles that are going
straight.
-all of the above - ANSWER-all of the above
You may not pass another vehicle except - ANSWER-When there is a dashed line
(either white or yellow) next to your lane, you are allowed to pass.
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
What is the number one cause of death on Montana's roads? - ANSWER-Drunk Driving
If an underage driver is convicted of Minor in Possession of Alcohol (MIP), the penalties
will include - ANSWER-Confiscation of their driver's license
You see this flashing yellow "X" above your lane. What does it mean? - ANSWER-This
lane is only for making turns
Alcohol reduces all of the important skills you need to drive safely, but what is the main
reason drinking and driving is so dangerous? - ANSWER-Alcohol affects your
judgement and skill
On a four-lane divided roadway or a one-way road, a solid yellow line usually marks -
ANSWER-The left edge of the pavement
Are you allowed to turn left at a red signal? - ANSWER-Yes, but only when turning from
a one-way street onto another one-way street.
When you drive on highways, you should try to look at least _________ ahead. -
ANSWER-4 city blocks
Before turning right at an intersection, you should make sure that there is no traffic
approaching - ANSWER-from your left and no oncoming traffic turning left into your path
In which of the following locations can you legally park?
-Facing against the flow of traffic
-35 ft from a railroad crossing
-35 ft from a stop sign
-None of the above - ANSWER-35 ft from a stop sign
A fourth DUI conviction may result in a fine of up to - ANSWER-$10,000
A two-headed arrow with one head pointing straight ahead and the other pointing left
means - ANSWER-that you may either proceed straight ahead or turn left.
_________ are the most likely places for car and motorcycle collisions to occur. -
ANSWER-Intersections
, Yellow diamond sign with an arrow that winds means that - ANSWER-there is a winding
road ahead
At an accident scene, - ANSWER-Do not stop at an accident unless you are involved or
emergency help has not arrived yet. Keep your attention on your driving and keep
moving, watching for people who might be in or near the road. Never drive to the scene
of an accident, fire, or other disaster just to look. You may block the way for police,
firefighters, ambulances, tow trucks, and other rescue vehicles.
If you are convicted of driving while your driver license is suspended or revoked, _____
points will be added to your driving record. - ANSWER-6 points
Which of the following are used as left-edge lines on divided highways? - ANSWER-
single solid yellow lines
If you are convicted of leaving the scene of an accident that involved at least $250 in
property damage but no injuries, ____ points will be added to your driving record. -
ANSWER-4 points
You see a lane marked with a double dashed yellow line on each side. What kind of
lane is this? - ANSWER-A reversible lane (A reversible lane carries traffic in one
direction at certain times and in the opposite direction at other times. Reversible lanes
are typically used to add extra capacity during the morning and evening rush hours.
Watch for signs or overhead signals indicating whether the reversible lane is currently
open in your direction.)
When you approach a roundabout, always enter to the _______ of the central island. -
ANSWER-right
Diagonal yellow stripes painted on some streets and highways indicate - ANSWER-a
narrow road or an obstruction ahead.
You are not allowed to park within __________ feet of a fire hydrant - ANSWER-15 ft
Which of the following statements about these traffic signals are true?
-You can proceed on a green signal after yielding to all pedestrians and traffic already in
the intersection.
-You may make any legal maneuver that is not specifically prohibited by a traffic control
device.
- if you plan to make a left turn, you must first yield to oncoming vehicles that are going
straight.
-all of the above - ANSWER-all of the above
You may not pass another vehicle except - ANSWER-When there is a dashed line
(either white or yellow) next to your lane, you are allowed to pass.
