Massachusetts RMV permit practice test 10
25 questions written from the Massachusetts Driver's Manual (Passenger Vehicles, Class D), covering sharing the road, signals and pavement markings, licensing laws and penalties, alcohol and drugs, safe and defensive driving. Pick an answer to see straight away whether you're right and why. The real Massachusetts RMV test has 25 questions and you need 18 right.
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Question 1How close may you drive to a trolley's passenger step while passengers are getting on or off?
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B: No closer than eight feet. You must not drive closer than eight feet to a trolley passenger step when it is loading or unloading. Massachusetts Driver's Manual (Passenger Vehicles, Class D): Buses and Trolleys, page 107.
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Question 2May you drive over or park on a channelizing island?
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C: No, unless directed by a police officer. You cannot drive over or park on any channelizing island unless directed to by a police officer. Massachusetts Driver's Manual (Passenger Vehicles, Class D): Channelizing Islands, page 92.
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Question 3If you fail a Massachusetts road test or do not show up for it, how long must you wait before taking another?
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A: At least 14 days. You must wait at least 14 days before taking another road test. Massachusetts Driver's Manual (Passenger Vehicles, Class D): Taking the Road Test: Scheduling a Road Test, page 20.
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Question 4Who must have an ignition interlock device to get a hardship license or reinstatement?
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A: Anyone with two or more OUI offenses. Drivers with two or more OUI offenses who get a hardship license or reinstatement must have an ignition interlock device at their own expense. Massachusetts Driver's Manual (Passenger Vehicles, Class D): Ignition Interlock Devices, page 73.
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Question 5About how far does it take to react and stop at 60 mph on a dry, level road?
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C: About 292 feet. At 60 mph it takes about 292 feet, almost a football field, to react, brake and stop. Massachusetts Driver's Manual (Passenger Vehicles, Class D): Braking and Stopping, page 44.
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Question 6A funeral procession is going through a red light at an intersection where you have green. What should you do?
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C: Do not cross unless you can do so without crossing the procession's path. You may not cross an intersection, even on green, while a funeral procession passes through on red, unless you can avoid its path. Massachusetts Driver's Manual (Passenger Vehicles, Class D): Funeral Processions, page 108.
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Question 7What is the maximum number of Class D road tests you may attempt in a 12-month period?
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C: Six. You are not allowed to attempt more than six Class D road tests in a 12-month period. Massachusetts Driver's Manual (Passenger Vehicles, Class D): Taking the Road Test, page 20.
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Question 8How does marijuana affect night driving, according to the manual?
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D: It causes a bad loss of night vision. Marijuana problems get worse after dark because it causes a bad loss of night vision. Massachusetts Driver's Manual (Passenger Vehicles, Class D): Marijuana, page 74.
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Question 9If your vehicle has antilock brakes (ABS), what should you NOT do?
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D: Pump the brakes. If your vehicle has antilock brakes, never pump the brakes. Massachusetts Driver's Manual (Passenger Vehicles, Class D): Braking and Stopping, page 45.
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Question 10What color flashing light may a funeral home vehicle display during a procession?
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B: Purple. A funeral home vehicle may display a flashing purple light (no other color) during a procession. Massachusetts Driver's Manual (Passenger Vehicles, Class D): Funeral Processions, page 108.
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Question 11What is the Massachusetts road test fee?
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D: $35. The road test fee is $35, charged again if you fail, don't appear, are rejected, or cancel with less than 72 hours' notice. Massachusetts Driver's Manual (Passenger Vehicles, Class D): License/ID Fees, page 32.
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Question 12Which is a proper use of your horn?
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C: To warn pedestrians or other drivers of possible trouble. Use the horn to warn of trouble and avoid crashes, never to show anger or hurry other drivers. Massachusetts Driver's Manual (Passenger Vehicles, Class D): Using Your Horn, Headlights, and Emergency Signals, page 45.
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Question 13A horse being ridden toward you looks scared. What must you do?
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A: Pull to the side and stop. If the animal looks scared you must pull to the side and stop; never honk or make loud noises. Massachusetts Driver's Manual (Passenger Vehicles, Class D): Animals and Horse-Drawn Vehicles, page 109.
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Question 14Who may serve as your sponsor for a Massachusetts Class D road test?
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C: A licensed driver at least 21 with at least one year of driving experience and a valid U.S. license. The sponsor must be 21 or older, have at least one year of experience and a valid license issued by their home state; foreign license holders can't sponsor. Massachusetts Driver's Manual (Passenger Vehicles, Class D): Sponsor Requirements, page 23.
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Question 15How long may a vehicle idle under Massachusetts law?
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B: No more than five minutes. Massachusetts state law prohibits idling for more than five minutes. Massachusetts Driver's Manual (Passenger Vehicles, Class D): Drive Smart and Save - Green Driving Tips, page 132.
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Question 16An emergency vehicle with siren is approaching from behind. What must you do?
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C: Pull as close as possible to the right side and stop until it has passed. Pull as close as possible to the right and stop until the vehicle passes; slowly rolling is not acceptable. Massachusetts Driver's Manual (Passenger Vehicles, Class D): Moving Emergency Vehicle, page 120.
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Question 17How many different applicants may one person sponsor for road tests within a year without RMV approval?
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A: Three. Operators may not sponsor more than three different applicants within one year without approval from the RMV Road Test Program. Massachusetts Driver's Manual (Passenger Vehicles, Class D): Sponsor Requirements, page 23.
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Question 18How close may you follow an emergency vehicle responding to an alarm in Massachusetts?
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C: No closer than 300 feet. It is illegal to follow closer than 300 feet behind an emergency vehicle responding to an alarm. Massachusetts Driver's Manual (Passenger Vehicles, Class D): Moving Emergency Vehicle, page 120.
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Question 19Where does your sponsor sit during the Class D road test?
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A: In the seat behind you. The examiner sits next to you; your sponsor must sit in the seat behind you. Massachusetts Driver's Manual (Passenger Vehicles, Class D): Passenger Vehicle Test Procedures, page 25.
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Question 20How close may you drive by or park near a fire in Massachusetts?
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D: No closer than 800 feet. It is illegal to drive by or park within 800 feet of a fire. Massachusetts Driver's Manual (Passenger Vehicles, Class D): Stationary Emergency and Maintenance Vehicles, page 121.
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Question 21Which vehicle cannot be used for a Massachusetts road test?
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C: A car with one tire replaced by a donut spare. A vehicle cannot be used for a road test if one of its tires has been replaced by a donut (limited-use spare). Massachusetts Driver's Manual (Passenger Vehicles, Class D): Passenger Vehicle Requirements, page 24.
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Question 22May a bicyclist in Massachusetts use the full lane even if there is a bike lane?
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D: Yes, bicyclists can use the full lane anywhere, except posted limited-access highways. Bicyclists can use the full lane anywhere, anytime, on any street except posted limited-access or express highways, even with a bike lane. Massachusetts Driver's Manual (Passenger Vehicles, Class D): Laws for Bicyclists and Motorists in the Presence of Bicyclists, page 112.
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Question 23About how far will you be asked to back up during the Massachusetts road test?
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A: 50 feet. You should be prepared to back the vehicle approximately 50 feet. Massachusetts Driver's Manual (Passenger Vehicles, Class D): Passenger Vehicle Test Procedures, page 25.
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Question 24Bicyclists under what age must wear a helmet in Massachusetts?
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D: 16. A bicycle operator or passenger under 16 must wear an approved helmet. Massachusetts Driver's Manual (Passenger Vehicles, Class D): Laws for Bicyclists and Motorists in the Presence of Bicyclists, page 113.
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Question 25Which skill is listed as part of the Massachusetts Class D road test?
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B: A three-point turn between curbs. Skills include hand signals, parallel parking, backing about 50 feet, hill starts and turning around between curbs (three-point turn). Massachusetts Driver's Manual (Passenger Vehicles, Class D): Passenger Vehicle Test Procedures, page 25.
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