Massachusetts RMV permit practice test 5
25 questions written from the Massachusetts Driver's Manual (Passenger Vehicles, Class D), covering safe and defensive driving, following and passing, hazards, weather and night driving, sharing the road, speed limits 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.
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Question 1A driver age 18 or older in Massachusetts may use a cell phone while driving only:
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D: In hands-free mode, with the device mounted and touched only to activate hands-free. Drivers 18+ may only use devices hands-free; devices cannot be held and must be mounted on the windshield, dashboard or center console. Massachusetts Driver's Manual (Passenger Vehicles, Class D): Distracted Driving Law/ Hands-Free Mobile (Cell) Phone Use, page 39.
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Question 2After passing, when is it safe to move back into the right lane?
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D: When you can see the passed vehicle's headlights in your mirror. Wait at least until you can see the vehicle's headlights in your mirror before moving back. Massachusetts Driver's Manual (Passenger Vehicles, Class D): Passing on the Left, page 103.
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Question 3When do drowsy-driving crashes most often occur?
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D: Between midnight and 6 a.m., or in the late afternoon. Drowsy driving crashes most often occur between midnight and 6 a.m. or in the late afternoon, often on rural roads with a single driver. Massachusetts Driver's Manual (Passenger Vehicles, Class D): Drowsy Driving, page 47.
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Question 4What is the maximum speed allowed for a moped (motorized bicycle) rider in Massachusetts?
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C: 25 mph. Moped riders may not drive faster than 25 mph and must wear DOT helmets. Massachusetts Driver's Manual (Passenger Vehicles, Class D): Motorized Bicycle (Moped) Safety, page 52.
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Question 5You drive 40 mph in a heavy rainstorm on a highway posted at 50 mph. Can you get a ticket for speeding?
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D: Yes, if 40 mph is too fast for conditions. You must never drive faster than is safe; driving 40 mph in a heavy rainstorm on a 50 mph highway can get you a ticket. Massachusetts Driver's Manual (Passenger Vehicles, Class D): Speed Limits, page 80.
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Question 6At a Pedestrian Hybrid Beacon, the two top red lights are solid. What must you do?
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D: Stop for pedestrians. Solid top red lights mean stop for pedestrians; flashing red means stop then go with caution if clear; dark means proceed with caution. Massachusetts Driver's Manual (Passenger Vehicles, Class D): Pedestrian Hybrid Beacon, page 82.
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Question 7What does a red circle with a diagonal slash on a regulatory sign mean?
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A: Something is prohibited. Signs that use a red circle with a diagonal slash mean something is prohibited. Massachusetts Driver's Manual (Passenger Vehicles, Class D): Regulatory Signs, page 86.
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Question 8From which lane must you make a U-turn?
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B: The lane closest to the center line. You may only make a U-turn from the lane closest to the center line. Massachusetts Driver's Manual (Passenger Vehicles, Class D): U-Turns, page 98.
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Question 9Your car breaks down on the highway and you've moved it to the breakdown lane. Where should you wait?
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D: In your vehicle. Move as far from the travel lane as possible and stay in your vehicle; don't stand near the travel lane or in the breakdown lane. Massachusetts Driver's Manual (Passenger Vehicles, Class D): Driving on the Highway, page 96.
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Question 10Your light turns green but a pedestrian is still in the crosswalk. What must you do?
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A: Yield to the pedestrian already in the crosswalk. If you are stopped at a light that turns green, you must yield to pedestrians already in the crosswalk. Massachusetts Driver's Manual (Passenger Vehicles, Class D): Right-of-Way Rules: Pedestrians, page 99.
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Question 11Which is NOT allowed when parking in Massachusetts?
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A: Parking facing the wrong way against traffic. You may not park facing the wrong way against traffic, double park, or park in crosswalks or in front of driveways. Massachusetts Driver's Manual (Passenger Vehicles, Class D): Parking Regulations, page 111.
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Question 12Your vehicle stalls on railroad tracks and a train is coming. Which way should you run?
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A: At a 45 degree angle away from the tracks, in the direction the train is coming from. Get everyone out and run at a 45-degree angle away from the tracks in the direction the train is coming, then call 911. Massachusetts Driver's Manual (Passenger Vehicles, Class D): Stalling on Railroad Tracks, page 125.
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Question 13A 16-year-old permit holder wants to drive at 1:00 a.m. with a 25-year-old licensed friend. Is that allowed?
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C: No, under 18 permit holders may not drive from 12:00 a.m. to 5:00 a.m. unless with a licensed parent or legal guardian. Permit holders under 18 may not drive between midnight and 5 a.m. unless accompanied by a licensed parent or legal guardian with at least one year of experience. Massachusetts Driver's Manual (Passenger Vehicles, Class D): Driving With Your Permit, page 18.
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Question 14Which drink contains about the same amount of alcohol as a 12-ounce beer?
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A: A five-ounce glass of wine. A 12-ounce beer, a five-ounce glass of wine and 1½ ounces of 80-proof liquor each contain about ½ ounce of alcohol. Massachusetts Driver's Manual (Passenger Vehicles, Class D): Blood Alcohol Content, page 72.
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Question 15You are stopped at a red light. May you pick up your phone to read a text?
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D: No, handheld use is not allowed at red lights or stop signs. Handheld use is only allowed when the vehicle is stationary and not in a public travel lane; it is not allowed at red lights or stop signs. Massachusetts Driver's Manual (Passenger Vehicles, Class D): Distracted Driving Law/ Hands-Free Mobile (Cell) Phone Use, page 39.
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Question 16When may you pass on the right in Massachusetts?
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A: When the vehicle ahead is turning left, on a one-way street, or on a road where traffic moves one direction, with enough room. Passing on the right is allowed when the vehicle ahead is turning left, on a one-way street, or on a one-direction multi-lane road, if clear and wide enough. Massachusetts Driver's Manual (Passenger Vehicles, Class D): Passing on the Right, page 103.
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Question 17What is the only true way to protect yourself from drowsy driving?
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B: Get enough sleep and don't drive when tired. The only true protection is getting enough sleep and not driving when tired; coffee and naps help only briefly. Massachusetts Driver's Manual (Passenger Vehicles, Class D): Drowsy Driving, page 47.
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Question 18What is the maximum speed for a motorized scooter in Massachusetts?
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B: 20 mph. Motorized scooter riders may not go faster than 20 mph and may not ride after sunset or before sunrise. Massachusetts Driver's Manual (Passenger Vehicles, Class D): Motorized Scooter Safety, page 53.
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Question 19What speed limits do Massachusetts limited-access highways like interstates have?
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A: 50 to 65 mph. Limited-access highways have speed limits from 50 to 65 mph; smaller highways are 55 mph or lower. Massachusetts Driver's Manual (Passenger Vehicles, Class D): Speed Limits, page 79.
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Question 20The pair of red lights at the top of a pedestrian hybrid beacon begins flashing. How should you respond?
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C: Stop, then proceed with caution if clear. When the top two red lights are flashing, you must stop and then proceed with caution if clear. Massachusetts Driver's Manual (Passenger Vehicles, Class D): Pedestrian Hybrid Beacon, page 82.
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Question 21A STOP sign has an ALL WAY plaque. Who has the right of way?
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C: The first vehicle to the intersection. At a 4-WAY or ALL WAY stop all traffic must stop, and the first vehicle in the intersection has the right of way. Massachusetts Driver's Manual (Passenger Vehicles, Class D): Stop and Yield Signs, page 86.
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Question 22Before starting a three-point turn, how big a gap in traffic should you wait for?
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C: 20-30 seconds. Wait until you have a 20-30 second gap to complete the three-point turn. Massachusetts Driver's Manual (Passenger Vehicles, Class D): Three-Point Turns, page 99.
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Question 23What should you do to avoid 'highway hypnosis'?
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A: If you feel tired after driving a long time, exit at the next exit, rest stop or service area. If you've been driving a long time and feel tired, get off at the next exit, rest stop or service area. Massachusetts Driver's Manual (Passenger Vehicles, Class D): Driving on the Highway, page 95.
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Question 24When making any left turn, whom must you yield to?
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B: Oncoming vehicles, vehicles already in the intersection, and pedestrians or bicyclists in your path. When turning left, yield to oncoming vehicles, vehicles already in the intersection and pedestrians or bicyclists crossing your path. Massachusetts Driver's Manual (Passenger Vehicles, Class D): Turning Left, page 100.
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Question 25Before leaving your parked vehicle unattended, state law requires you to:
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C: Stop the motor, set the parking brake, lock the ignition, remove the key and lock the door. State law requires you to stop the motor, set the parking brake, lock the ignition, remove your key and lock the door. Massachusetts Driver's Manual (Passenger Vehicles, Class D): Parking, page 109.
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