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Massachusetts RMV permit practice test 4

25 questions written from the Massachusetts Driver's Manual (Passenger Vehicles, Class D), covering sharing the road, speed limits, signals and pavement markings, road signs, turns and intersections 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 1When may bicycles and mopeds NOT use a public road in Massachusetts?

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    A: On limited-access or express state highways with signs prohibiting them. Bicyclists and moped riders may use public roads except limited-access or express state highways posted as prohibiting them. Massachusetts Driver's Manual (Passenger Vehicles, Class D): Bicycles and Mopeds, page 50.

  2. Question 2What is the minimum speed on the Massachusetts Turnpike?

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    C: 40 mph. There is a minimum speed of 40 mph on the Massachusetts Turnpike. Massachusetts Driver's Manual (Passenger Vehicles, Class D): Speed Limits, page 79.

  3. Question 3What does a green arrow signal mean?

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    D: You may make a protected turn in the direction of the arrow. A green arrow means you can make a protected turn; oncoming vehicles and pedestrians should be stopped. Massachusetts Driver's Manual (Passenger Vehicles, Class D): Green Arrow, page 82.

  4. Question 4Blue road signs in Massachusetts show:

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    A: Motorist services such as gas, food and hotels, or evacuation routes. Blue signs indicate motorist services and evacuation routes. Massachusetts Driver's Manual (Passenger Vehicles, Class D): Traffic Signs, page 83.

  5. Question 5You start a turn and realize it's the wrong street. What should you do?

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    D: Complete the turn, then drive to the next intersection and work your way back. Once you have started a turn you must follow through; drive to the next intersection and work your way back. Massachusetts Driver's Manual (Passenger Vehicles, Class D): Turns, page 98.

  6. Question 6You miss your highway exit. What should you do?

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    D: Get off at the next exit and find your way back. If you miss your exit, do not stop and never back up; get off at the next exit. Massachusetts Driver's Manual (Passenger Vehicles, Class D): Entering and Exiting the Highway, page 95.

  7. Question 7When entering a rotary, whom must you yield to?

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    D: Vehicles already in the rotary (unless signs or police say otherwise) and pedestrians. Always yield to vehicles already in the rotary and to pedestrians, unless directed differently. Massachusetts Driver's Manual (Passenger Vehicles, Class D): Rotary Traffic Rules, page 101.

  8. Question 8What is the fine for a first offense of parking in an HP-DV (disability) space without the proper plate or placard?

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    A: $300. The fine for a first offense is $300; wrongful use of a disabled plate or placard is at least $500. Massachusetts Driver's Manual (Passenger Vehicles, Class D): Parking Regulations, page 110.

  9. Question 9Your gas pedal sticks. What should you do?

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    C: Put the car in neutral and press the brake. Put the car in neutral, brake to slow down, try to free the pedal, and pull off when safe. Massachusetts Driver's Manual (Passenger Vehicles, Class D): Stuck Gas Pedal, page 124.

  10. Question 10How long is a Massachusetts learner's permit valid?

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    D: Up to 2 years. A permit is valid up to two years. Massachusetts Driver's Manual (Passenger Vehicles, Class D): Getting a Learner's Permit, page 15.

  11. Question 11In Massachusetts, at what BAC is a driver 21 or older operating above the legal limit?

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    A: 0.08. You are operating above the legal limit with a BAC of 0.08 or higher. Massachusetts Driver's Manual (Passenger Vehicles, Class D): Alcohol Tests, page 73.

  12. Question 12How should a lap belt fit?

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    D: Low, tight and flat over the hips. A lap belt should fit low, tight and flat over the hips; a shoulder belt goes across the shoulder and chest, never under the arm. Massachusetts Driver's Manual (Passenger Vehicles, Class D): How Safety/Seat Belts Work, page 37.

  13. Question 13When passing on a two-lane road, you must return to the right lane before an oncoming vehicle comes within:

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    D: 200 feet. You must return to the right lane before any oncoming vehicle comes within 200 feet of you. Massachusetts Driver's Manual (Passenger Vehicles, Class D): Passing on the Left, page 103.

  14. Question 14To reduce glare from headlights at night, where should you look?

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    C: Toward the lower right side of your lane. Do not look straight at headlights; look to the lower right side of your lane. Massachusetts Driver's Manual (Passenger Vehicles, Class D): Night Driving, page 46.

  15. Question 15May you share a lane with a motorcycle if the rider is on one side of a wide lane?

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    A: No, motorcycles have the right to the full width of a lane. Motorcycles may use the full lane width; never move into the same lane space, even if the lane is wide. Massachusetts Driver's Manual (Passenger Vehicles, Class D): Motorcycles, page 51.

  16. Question 16What is the minimum speed in the Boston Harbor tunnels (Callahan, Sumner and Ted Williams)?

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    D: 20 mph. There is a minimum speed of 20 mph in the Boston Harbor tunnels. Massachusetts Driver's Manual (Passenger Vehicles, Class D): Speed Limits, page 79.

  17. Question 17A Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacon at a crosswalk is flashing. What must you do?

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    A: Stop for pedestrians. When the beacon's amber lights flash in an irregular pattern, you must stop for pedestrians. Massachusetts Driver's Manual (Passenger Vehicles, Class D): Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacon, page 82.

  18. Question 18Brown signs direct you to:

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    B: Recreational, historic or scenic sites. Brown signs mark recreational, historic or scenic sites, parks and points of interest. Massachusetts Driver's Manual (Passenger Vehicles, Class D): Traffic Signs, page 83.

  19. Question 19Where is a U-turn not allowed in Massachusetts?

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    D: At the crest of a hill, near a curve, or anywhere you or others cannot see 500 feet away. Do not make a U-turn at a hill crest, near a curve or anywhere drivers cannot see 500 feet; also not where NO U-TURN is posted. Massachusetts Driver's Manual (Passenger Vehicles, Class D): U-Turns, page 98.

  20. Question 20On a long trip, how often does the Massachusetts manual suggest stopping to stretch?

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    B: Every two hours or every 100 miles. If you plan to drive far, stop and stretch every two hours or every 100 miles. Massachusetts Driver's Manual (Passenger Vehicles, Class D): Driving on the Highway, page 96.

  21. Question 21Another driver waves you to turn across stopped traffic. What should you remember?

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    B: Oncoming traffic still has the right of way; turn only if you can see it is clear. Waving people through stopped traffic can cause 'courtesy crashes'; oncoming traffic has the right-of-way regardless of waves. Massachusetts Driver's Manual (Passenger Vehicles, Class D): Courtesy Crashes, page 102.

  22. Question 22May you park in the striped crosshatch area next to a disability parking space if you have a disability placard?

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    B: No, not even with a placard. You may not park in a striped crosshatch area next to an HP-DV space, even with disability plates or a placard. Massachusetts Driver's Manual (Passenger Vehicles, Class D): Parking Regulations, page 111.

  23. Question 23A vehicle is coming toward you head-on in your lane. What should you do?

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    B: Slow down, pull to the right and sound your horn. Slow down, pull to the right and sound your horn to alert the other driver. Massachusetts Driver's Manual (Passenger Vehicles, Class D): Vehicle Approaching Head On, page 125.

  24. Question 24Who must ride with a Class D learner's permit holder?

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    B: A licensed driver at least 21 with at least one year of driving experience, in the seat beside you. The accompanying driver must be at least 21, hold a valid license, have at least one year of experience and sit next to you. Massachusetts Driver's Manual (Passenger Vehicles, Class D): Driving With Your Permit, page 18.

  25. Question 25Under Massachusetts' zero-tolerance law, a driver under 21 faces penalties at what BAC?

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    A: 0.02 or higher. Any driver under 21 faces penalties for a BAC of 0.02 or higher. Massachusetts Driver's Manual (Passenger Vehicles, Class D): Under-21 Alcohol Offenses, page 73.

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