Tennessee Car Driving Permit Test-16 - DMV Written Test Questions with Answers - MCQGeeks.com

Q.1

When passing another vehicle, you should return to your original lane when:

You can see both headlights of the passed vehicle in your rearview mirror.
You have cleared the front bumper of the passed vehicle.
You are 50 feet in front of the passed vehicle.

Q.2

What does this road sign mean?

You must turn right.
No right turns permitted.
Right turns permitted on a red light.

Q.3

A red arrow pointing to the right on a traffic light means you may:

Turn in that direction after slowing and checking for traffic.
Not turn in that direction until the light turns green.
Turn in that direction after you come to a complete stop.

Q.4

This sign indicates that the road ahead:

Turns sharply right, then left.
Curves right, then left.
Curves right.

Q.5

This sign means:

Stop sign ahead.
Railroad crossing ahead.
Construction ahead.

Q.6

A sign with this shape means:

Railroad crossing.
Warning.
Signal ahead.

Q.7

This sign indicates a:

Railroad crossing.
Pedestrian crossing.
No passing zone.

Q.8

What is a potential effect of taking a prescription drug while drinking alcohol?

There will likely be no effect.
It will make you more alert.
It can make you unfit to drive.

Q.9

Which of the following substances can affect the ability to drive?

Tranquilizers, marijuana, and sedatives.
Cough syrups and cold tablets containing codeine or antihistamines.
All of the above.

Q.10

Which of the following statements about blind spots is true?

They are eliminated if you have one outside mirror on each side of the vehicle.
Large trucks have bigger blind spots than most passenger vehicles.
Blind spots can be checked by looking in your rearview mirrors.

Q.11

When passing another vehicle, it is safe to return to your lane if you:

Cannot see the vehicle directly to your right.
See the vehicle’s headlights in your rearview mirror.
Have passed the other vehicle’s front bumper.

Q.12

The law states that upon a second DUI conviction, the violator will serve not less than:

Five days in jail.
20 days in jail.
45 days in jail.

Q.13

What message will be found on a red octagon-shaped sign?

Do not enter.
One-way.
Stop.

Q.14

Changing from one lane to another is best done:

Quickly and often.
When a car is in your blind spot.
Gradually and carefully.

Q.15

This sign means:

Two-way traffic.
Change in direction ahead.
School zone and crossing.

Q.16

You drive defensively when you:

Put one car length between you and the car ahead.
Look only at the car in front of you while driving.
Keep your eyes moving to look for possible hazards.

Q.17

Slow-moving vehicles are required to turn or safely and legally pull off the roadway when there are ____ vehicles in line behind them.

At least four
Five or more
Eight or more

Q.18

If the roadway is wet or icy, you should:

Reduce your speed.
Drive at the posted speed.
Speed up.

Q.19

This sign means:

Winding road ahead.
Do not enter.
Pedestrian crossing.

Q.20

What message will be found on this yellow pennant-shaped sign?

Right turns only.
Right turns permitted.
No passing zone.

Q.21

Which lane must you be in before making a left turn from a one-way street?

The lane nearest the left curb.
The lane nearest the center of the street.
The lane nearest the right curb.

Q.22

You enter a designated turn lane to make a left turn at an upcoming intersection. There is oncoming traffic. You should:

Move to the left of the center lane.
Signal before you arrive at the intersection.
Turn your front wheels to the left to be prepared to turn.

Q.23

A solid yellow arrow on a traffic signal means:

You should speed up so you can make the turn before the light changes.
You do not need to signal to turn from the indicated lane.
You should prepare to stop and yield the right-of-way to oncoming traffic.

Q.24

This yellow warning sign means:

You are approaching a school or school crosswalk.
Slow down, drive with caution, and watch for children.
Both of the above.

Q.25

This sign means:

School crossing.
School zone.
Pedestrian crossing.

Q.26

Hydroplaning occurs when tires ride on a thin film of water instead of on the road. To prevent hydroplaning in wet weather, you should:

Put on your cruise control to maintain a constant speed.
Slow down.
Move to the shoulder of the road as soon as it starts to rain.

Q.27

If a tire suddenly blows out while you are driving, you should:

Grip the steering wheel firmly, slow down, and exit the traffic lane.
Pump the brakes rapidly.
Brake hard and steer toward the right edge of the roadway.

Q.28

There are two traffic lanes moving in your direction. You are driving in the left lane and many vehicles are passing you on the right. If the driver behind you wishes to drive faster, you should:

Stay in your lane so you don't impede the flow of traffic.
Drive onto the left shoulder to let the other vehicles pass.
Move into the right lane when it is safe.

Q.29

Reaction time is slower after:

Drinking alcohol.
Sleeping.
Working hard.

Q.30

Which of the following statements about blind spots is true?

Blind spots are eliminated if you have one outside mirror.
Large trucks have bigger blind spots than most passenger vehicles.
Blind spots can be checked by looking in your rearview mirror.

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