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Michigan Secretary of State permit practice test 5

25 questions written from the What Every Driver Must Know (SOS-133), covering safe and defensive driving, speed limits, lanes, highways and freeways, sharing the road, turns and intersections and more. Pick an answer to see straight away whether you're right and why.

25 questions
  1. Question 1Where must children younger than 4 ride if the vehicle has a rear seat?

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    C: In a rear seat (unless all rear seats are taken by children under 4). Children under 4 must be in a rear seat if one exists. Only if all rear seats are occupied by children under 4 may one ride up front in a child restraint. What Every Driver Must Know (SOS-133): Protecting children and teens, page 25.

  2. Question 2How many points are assessed for speeding more than 15 mph over the limit in a Michigan work zone?

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    C: 5. In work zones: 3 points for 10 mph or less over, 4 points for 11-15 over, and 5 points for more than 15 over. What Every Driver Must Know (SOS-133): Construction zones, page 27.

  3. Question 3Under Michigan law, who must adjust speed and yield when merging onto a freeway?

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    B: The vehicle merging onto the freeway. Under MCL 257.649(7), the merging vehicle must yield to traffic close enough to be a hazard and adjust its speed to merge safely. What Every Driver Must Know (SOS-133): A word about merging, page 61.

  4. Question 4Which hand should you use to open your car door after parking, according to the Michigan manual?

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    D: Your right hand. Use your right hand so you automatically look over your left shoulder for oncoming cyclists and pedestrians. What Every Driver Must Know (SOS-133): Parking, page 37.

  5. Question 5How should an unmarked Michigan Left median crossover be treated?

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    D: As a single-lane crossover. An unmarked median crossover should always be treated as a single-lane crossover. The extra width is for large vehicles. What Every Driver Must Know (SOS-133): Michigan Lefts, page 48.

  6. Question 6You are passing a stopped waste collection truck with flashing lights. What should you do?

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    D: Proceed with caution and be ready to yield. Proceed with caution and be ready to yield when approaching or passing a stopped waste collection, utility or road maintenance vehicle with flashing lights. What Every Driver Must Know (SOS-133): Be prepared to yield, page 30.

  7. Question 7When passing on a two-lane highway, when may you move back into the right lane?

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    B: When you can see the entire vehicle you passed in your rearview mirror. Don't cut back into the right lane until you can see the entire vehicle you passed in your rearview mirror. What Every Driver Must Know (SOS-133): Passing on the left, page 32.

  8. Question 8How much following distance does the Michigan manual recommend when it starts to rain?

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    D: At least twice the normal following distance. Slow down and allow at least twice the normal following distance in rain. What Every Driver Must Know (SOS-133): Rain and fog, page 62.

  9. Question 9After a Michigan crash with no serious injury or death, what should you do with the drivable vehicles?

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    C: Move them off the main roadway to a safe place if it is safe. Vehicles in crashes without serious injury or death should be moved off the main roadway, to the shoulder, median or a nearby lot, if drivable and safe. What Every Driver Must Know (SOS-133): Crashes, page 65.

  10. Question 10On the opposite side of the street from a fire station driveway, when marked, you may not park within:

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    C: 75 feet. Don't park within 20 feet of a fire station driveway on the same side of the street, or within 75 feet of it on the other side when marked. What Every Driver Must Know (SOS-133): Parking violations, page 38.

  11. Question 11What does a brown sign indicate?

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    C: Recreation or cultural interest. Brown signs point to recreation and places of cultural interest. What Every Driver Must Know (SOS-133): Traffic sign colors, page 42.

  12. Question 12On a four-lane divided road or one-way road, what does a solid yellow line usually mark?

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    A: The left edge of the pavement. On a four-lane divided road or one-way road, a solid yellow line usually marks the left edge of the pavement. What Every Driver Must Know (SOS-133): Solid yellow lines, page 47.

  13. Question 13What is the minimum age to start Driver Education Segment 1 in Michigan?

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    B: 14 years, 8 months. You must be at least 14 years, 8 months old, with a parent or guardian's permission, to start Segment 1. What Every Driver Must Know (SOS-133): Under 18 – Graduated Driver Licensing, page 4.

  14. Question 14How much marijuana may a person 21 or older legally transport in Michigan?

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    A: 2.5 ounces or less. Adults 21 and older may transport 2.5 ounces or less, with no more than 15 grams as concentrate. Using it in the vehicle or driving under its influence is illegal. What Every Driver Must Know (SOS-133): Alcohol and drugs, page 15.

  15. Question 15When may a child in a rear-facing seat ride in the front seat in Michigan?

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    D: Only if the front passenger air bag is deactivated. A rear-facing child restraint may be placed in the front seat only if the front passenger air bag is deactivated. What Every Driver Must Know (SOS-133): Protecting children and teens, page 25.

  16. Question 16A work zone sign reads 'Where Workers Present 45'. What should you do?

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    A: Drive no faster than the normal limit and conditions allow, look out for workers, and keep to 45 mph or less where workers are present. Some work zones cap speed at 45 mph only while workers are present; the normal limit applies when they are absent, but you still drive at a safe speed and watch for workers. What Every Driver Must Know (SOS-133): Construction zones, page 27.

  17. Question 17When leaving a Michigan freeway, when should you start slowing down?

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    A: After you are fully in the deceleration lane. Avoid slowing on the freeway. Wait until you are fully in the deceleration lane, then slow down gradually and obey the exit ramp speed. What Every Driver Must Know (SOS-133): Leaving a freeway, page 61.

  18. Question 18What does a green-painted bicycle lane indicate?

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    C: A potential point of conflict between cars and bicycles, such as intersections and driveways. Green bike lanes mark likely conflict points such as intersections and driveways. Watch for bicyclists and take extra care when turning. What Every Driver Must Know (SOS-133): Bicycle lanes, page 47.

  19. Question 19Your view of an intersection is blocked by snow piles or buildings. What should you do?

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    B: Edge forward slowly until you can see past the obstruction. Edge forward slowly until you can see past whatever is blocking your view, then continue with care. What Every Driver Must Know (SOS-133): Intersections, page 60.

  20. Question 20An emergency vehicle approaches with lights and siren. What must you do in Michigan?

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    A: Pull parallel and close to the right edge, clear of intersections, and stop until it passes. Pull as close as possible to the right edge or curb, clear of intersections, and stop until the emergency vehicle passes or an officer signals you on. What Every Driver Must Know (SOS-133): Be prepared to yield, page 31.

  21. Question 21Should you pass more than one vehicle at a time on a two-lane road?

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    B: No, don't pass more than one vehicle at a time. Don't pass more than one vehicle at a time, and don't follow too closely when another vehicle is passing slower traffic. What Every Driver Must Know (SOS-133): Passing on the left, page 32.

  22. Question 22What contributes to hydroplaning?

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    B: Worn tires, low tire pressure or driving too fast. Worn tires, low tire pressure and too much speed contribute to hydroplaning, where tires ride on top of the water. What Every Driver Must Know (SOS-133): Rain and fog, page 62.

  23. Question 23In Michigan, you must notify police after a crash with injuries or property damage over what amount?

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    B: $1,000. Notify the police if there are injuries or property damage exceeding $1,000. What Every Driver Must Know (SOS-133): Crashes, page 65.

  24. Question 24How close to a stop sign, traffic light or flashing beacon may you park in Michigan?

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    A: No closer than 30 feet. Never park within 30 feet of a stop sign, traffic light or flashing beacon, including a warning sign. What Every Driver Must Know (SOS-133): Parking violations, page 38.

  25. Question 25What does fluorescent yellow-green mean on a sign?

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    C: School, pedestrian or bicycle caution. Fluorescent yellow-green is used for school, pedestrian and bicycle caution signs. What Every Driver Must Know (SOS-133): Traffic sign colors, page 42.

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