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Massachusetts RMV permit practice test 3

25 questions written from the Massachusetts Driver's Manual (Passenger Vehicles, Class D), covering road signs, turns and intersections, lanes, highways and freeways, right of way, parking and more. 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.

25 questions
  1. Question 1Fluorescent yellow-green signs warn of:

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    D: School zones, bicycles, pedestrians and curves. Fluorescent yellow-green is used for school zone, bicycle, pedestrian and curve warnings. Massachusetts Driver's Manual (Passenger Vehicles, Class D): Traffic Signs, page 83.

  2. Question 2What are the three steps before turning, merging or changing lanes?

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    A: Check mirrors and blind spot, signal, then move. Check your mirrors and blind spot on the side you are moving to, signal your intent, then make your move. Massachusetts Driver's Manual (Passenger Vehicles, Class D): Signaling, page 93.

  3. Question 3When may you drive in a highway breakdown lane?

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    B: Generally never for travel or passing, except on highways where its use is permitted at posted times. As a general rule do not use the breakdown lane for travel or passing; some highways allow it during posted hours. Massachusetts Driver's Manual (Passenger Vehicles, Class D): Using Lanes, page 94.

  4. Question 4Entering a paved road from a driveway or unpaved road, what must you do?

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    C: Stop and yield to pedestrians, bicyclists and vehicles on the road. When entering a paved road from a private road, driveway or unpaved road you must stop and give the right-of-way. Massachusetts Driver's Manual (Passenger Vehicles, Class D): Private Roads, Driveways, and Unpaved Roads, page 100.

  5. Question 5How close to a fire hydrant may you park in Massachusetts?

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    A: Not within ten feet. You may not park within ten feet of a fire hydrant or fire lane. Massachusetts Driver's Manual (Passenger Vehicles, Class D): Parking Regulations, page 111.

  6. Question 6Your car drives off the pavement onto the shoulder. What should you do?

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    D: Hold the wheel tightly, ease off the gas, brake gently, check traffic and steer gently back. Hold the wheel tightly, slowly remove your foot from the gas, brake gently, check traffic behind and steer gently back. Massachusetts Driver's Manual (Passenger Vehicles, Class D): Running Off the Pavement, page 124.

  7. Question 7What happens if you are found responsible for cheating on the learner's permit exam?

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    B: You may not hold any license or permit for 60 days. If found responsible for cheating, you will not be allowed to hold any type of license or permit for 60 days. Massachusetts Driver's Manual (Passenger Vehicles, Class D): Learner's Permit Exam Procedures, page 16.

  8. Question 8A 17-year-old's breath test shows a BAC over the legal limit. What administrative suspension applies?

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    D: 30 days plus an additional one year. Drivers under 18 are suspended 30 days plus an additional year; on a first OUI case the year can be reduced to 180 days with a DPH-approved alcohol education program. Massachusetts Driver's Manual (Passenger Vehicles, Class D): License Suspension Periods for Failed Chemical Tests, page 69.

  9. Question 9Until when must children ride in a federally approved child passenger restraint in Massachusetts?

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    B: Until at least 8 years old or 57 inches tall. Children must use a child restraint until they are at least eight years old or at least 57 inches tall. Massachusetts Driver's Manual (Passenger Vehicles, Class D): Child Passenger Restraints, page 36.

  10. Question 10A tailgater is behind you. What does the Massachusetts manual advise?

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    C: Move to another lane or pull to the side to let them pass. If a tailgater is behind you, move to another lane or pull to the side of the road to let them pass. Massachusetts Driver's Manual (Passenger Vehicles, Class D): Safe Distances Around Your Car, page 43.

  11. Question 11About how far ahead do low beam headlights normally let you see?

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    C: 100 feet. Low beams normally let you see about 100 feet ahead; high beams about 350 feet. Massachusetts Driver's Manual (Passenger Vehicles, Class D): High Beam Headlights, page 46.

  12. Question 12About what share of people of driving age are Deaf or Hard of Hearing, according to the manual?

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    C: One in five. One out of every five individuals of driving age is Deaf or Hard of Hearing, so don't assume others can hear you. Massachusetts Driver's Manual (Passenger Vehicles, Class D): Driving Defensively, page 41.

  13. Question 13How does Massachusetts define a 'thickly settled district'?

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    A: An area where buildings are fewer than 200 feet apart for 1/4 mile or more. A thickly settled district is where buildings are fewer than 200 feet apart for a distance of 1/4 mile or more. Massachusetts Driver's Manual (Passenger Vehicles, Class D): Speed Limits, page 80.

  14. Question 14A flashing yellow arrow lets you turn when:

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    C: Oncoming traffic has a green light but there is a safe gap and no pedestrians in your path. A flashing yellow arrow allows the turn when oncoming traffic has a green but there is an adequate gap and no pedestrians in your path. Massachusetts Driver's Manual (Passenger Vehicles, Class D): Flashing Yellow Arrow, page 81.

  15. Question 15What does a red sign color generally mean?

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    D: Stop or prohibition. Red means stop or prohibition; green shows direction; yellow is a general warning. Massachusetts Driver's Manual (Passenger Vehicles, Class D): Traffic Signs, page 83.

  16. Question 16For a left turn on a multi-lane road, which lane should you turn from?

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    D: The lane closest to the center. Turn from the lane closest to the lane you want to enter: for a left turn, the lane closest to the center. Massachusetts Driver's Manual (Passenger Vehicles, Class D): Turns, page 98.

  17. Question 17On an expressway with three or more lanes in your direction, how should the lanes be used?

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    C: Far right for slower driving, middle for faster driving, far left for passing. Use the far right lane for slower driving, the middle lane for faster driving and the far left lane for passing. Massachusetts Driver's Manual (Passenger Vehicles, Class D): Driving on the Highway, page 95.

  18. Question 18In which direction does traffic travel in a Massachusetts rotary?

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    B: Counter-clockwise. Traffic travels counter-clockwise in a rotary. Massachusetts Driver's Manual (Passenger Vehicles, Class D): Rotary Traffic Rules, page 101.

  19. Question 19What is the penalty for parking in a posted bus stop in Massachusetts?

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    A: $100. The penalty for parking in a posted bus stop is $100. Massachusetts Driver's Manual (Passenger Vehicles, Class D): Parking Regulations, page 110.

  20. Question 20Your car has antilock brakes and they fail to respond. What should you do first?

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    B: Downshift to a lower gear. With ABS, downshift to a lower gear, apply the parking brake gently, and warn others with horn and lights. Don't pump antilock brakes. Massachusetts Driver's Manual (Passenger Vehicles, Class D): Brake Failure, page 124.

  21. Question 21How much is the Massachusetts learner's permit exam fee?

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    D: $30. The learner's permit exam fee is $30, and it is charged again if you fail or your permit expires. Massachusetts Driver's Manual (Passenger Vehicles, Class D): License/ID Fees, page 31.

  22. Question 22A driver aged 18 to 21 fails a chemical test. What is the suspension?

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    C: 30 days plus an additional 180 days. Drivers 18 to 21 are suspended 30 days plus 180 days; on a first OUI case the 180 days can be waived with an approved alcohol education program. Massachusetts Driver's Manual (Passenger Vehicles, Class D): License Suspension Periods for Failed Chemical Tests, page 69.

  23. Question 23Where should a rear-facing infant seat never be placed?

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    C: The front passenger seat of a vehicle with a passenger air bag. Never put a back-facing child seat in the front passenger seat if the vehicle has an air bag there. Massachusetts Driver's Manual (Passenger Vehicles, Class D): Child Passenger Restraints, page 36.

  24. Question 24To pass by crossing a broken yellow line, how far ahead must you be able to see clearly?

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    A: At least 400 feet. If you are crossing a broken yellow line to pass, you must be able to see clearly at least 400 feet ahead. Massachusetts Driver's Manual (Passenger Vehicles, Class D): Passing on the Left, page 103.

  25. Question 25An oncoming driver at night keeps their high beams on after you flick your lights. What should you do?

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    C: Stay to the right and do not turn on your high beams. If the driver does not switch to low beams, stay to the right and do not turn on your high beams. Massachusetts Driver's Manual (Passenger Vehicles, Class D): High Beam Headlights, page 46.

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