Minnesota DVS permit practice test 11
35 questions written from the Minnesota Driver's Manual, covering sharing the road, safe and defensive driving, licensing laws and penalties. Pick an answer to see straight away whether you're right and why.
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Question 1When meeting a commercial vehicle from the opposite direction, what should you do?
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B: Stay as far right as possible. Stay as far to the right as possible to avoid a sideswipe and reduce wind turbulence. Minnesota Driver's Manual: Passing a commercial vehicle, page 51.
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Question 2How long may you leave a door on the traffic side of a parked vehicle open?
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A: No longer than needed to load or unload passengers. Do not leave any door on the side closest to traffic open longer than necessary to load or unload passengers. Minnesota Driver's Manual: Exiting a parked vehicle, page 35.
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Question 3What are the three parts of the Minnesota road test?
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B: Vehicle safety equipment demonstration, vehicle control skills, and a driving test. The road test has three parts: demonstrating your vehicle's safety equipment, vehicle control skills, and a driving test. Minnesota Driver's Manual: The road test, page 10.
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Question 4How far from the nearest rail must you stop when railroad crossing lights or gates are activated in Minnesota?
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B: At least 10 feet. Stop at least 10 feet from the nearest rail or gate when lights or gates are activated. Minnesota Driver's Manual: Railroad crossing warning devices, page 53.
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Question 5What backing maneuver is part of the Minnesota road test?
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B: A 90-degree backing maneuver into a 10-foot-wide space. You perform a 90-degree backing maneuver simulating backing into a 10-foot-wide driveway or parking space. Minnesota Driver's Manual: Vehicle control skills and driving performance, page 12.
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Question 6Ahead of you, a bus stops at a railroad crossing even though no train is coming. What should you do?
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B: Stay behind it and do not pass. Passenger vans, buses and larger trucks must stop at all railroad tracks, train or no train. Do not pass them; passing any vehicle within 100 feet of a crossing is illegal. Minnesota Driver's Manual: Special vehicles at railroad crossings, page 53.
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Question 7Which action causes you to fail the road test immediately?
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B: Being involved in a crash you could have avoided, even if not legally at fault. An avoidable crash, even if you are not legally at fault, is an immediate failure. Minnesota Driver's Manual: Vehicle control skills and driving performance, page 12.
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Question 8What color is the Emergency Notification System (ENS) sign at railroad crossings?
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B: Blue. The blue ENS sign gives a 24/7 number to report problems or emergencies at the crossing. Minnesota Driver's Manual: Emergency Notification System (ENS) for highway-rail grade crossings, page 54.
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Question 9If you cannot pass the vehicle safety equipment demonstration, what happens?
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B: You will not be allowed to finish the road test that day. If you cannot pass the safety equipment demonstration, you will not be allowed to finish the road test that day. Minnesota Driver's Manual: Vehicle safety equipment demonstration, page 11.
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Question 10After the last car of a train passes, what should you do before crossing?
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B: Make sure a second train is not approaching on another track. More than one train may come at once; do not proceed until you are sure no second train is coming. Minnesota Driver's Manual: Railroad crossing safety, page 53.
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Question 11During a Minnesota road test, which feature may NOT be used?
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B: Parking assist for parallel parking. Vehicles with parking assist cannot use it for parallel parking during the test. Minnesota Driver's Manual: The road test, page 11.
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Question 12What is a 'zipper merge'?
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B: Staying in your lane until the merge point and taking turns. When a lane is closed and traffic backs up, stay in your lane until the merge point and take turns merging. Minnesota Driver's Manual: Late merge (zipper merge), page 54.
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Question 13Which vehicle may NOT be used for the Minnesota road test?
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B: A neighborhood electric vehicle (NEV). Neighborhood electric vehicles are not allowed for the road test. Minnesota Driver's Manual: The road test, page 10.
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Question 14By how much can zipper merging reduce the length of traffic backups?
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B: Up to 40 percent. The zipper merge reduces the overall length of traffic backups by up to 40 percent. Minnesota Driver's Manual: Benefits of the zipper merge, page 55.
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Question 15If you already have a license and are diagnosed with epilepsy, within how long must you submit a physician's statement?
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B: 30 days. A physician's statement must be submitted within 30 days of the diagnosis. Minnesota Driver's Manual: Medical conditions, page 12.
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Question 16Where should you pass a snowplow?
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B: Only when you can see the entire vehicle. Never crowd a snowplow; pass only when you can see the entire vehicle. Minnesota Driver's Manual: Sharing the road with snowplows, page 81.
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Question 17If you change your name or address, within how long must you apply for a duplicate license?
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B: 30 days. You must apply for a duplicate license within 30 days of a name or address change. Minnesota Driver's Manual: Name or address change, page 19.
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Question 18Which vulnerable road user does the Minnesota manual list?
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B: People riding horses or using electric mobility devices. Vulnerable road users include people on two- or three-wheeled vehicles, electric mobility devices, horses, walking or on scooters. Minnesota Driver's Manual: Vulnerable road users, page 51.
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Question 19How often must a Minnesota driver's license be renewed after age 21?
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B: Every 4 years. Licenses typically expire on your birthday and are renewed every four years after you reach 21. Minnesota Driver's Manual: License renewal and replacement, page 19.
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Question 20What test must you pass to renew a Minnesota license?
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B: A vision test. To renew your license, you must pass a vision test. Minnesota Driver's Manual: License renewal and replacement, page 19.
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Question 21When does an under-21 Class D license expire?
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B: On your 21st birthday. A license marked 'Under 21' expires on your 21st birthday and then every four years on your birthday. Minnesota Driver's Manual: Getting your under 21 Class D driver's license, page 16.
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Question 22At what age can you get a restricted farm work license in Minnesota?
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B: 15. At age 15 you may qualify for a restricted farm work license after driver education and a road test. Minnesota Driver's Manual: Exceptions to minimum age requirement, page 16.
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Question 23With a restricted farm work license, you may drive alone for farm work during daylight within how many miles of the farmhouse?
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C: 40 miles. You may drive alone to perform farm work during daylight hours within 40 miles of the farmhouse. Minnesota Driver's Manual: Exceptions to minimum age requirement, page 16.
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Question 24What is the fee to fast-track (expedite) a Minnesota license?
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B: $20. You can fast track your driver's license or ID for an additional $20. Minnesota Driver's Manual: Expedited (fast track) services, page 21.
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Question 25A Class D license allows towing a trailer of more than 10,000 pounds only if the combined weight is:
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B: 26,000 pounds or less. You may tow a trailer over 10,000 pounds if the combined gross weight of vehicle and trailer is 26,000 pounds or less. Minnesota Driver's Manual: Class D license, page 18.
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Question 26Which vehicle may a Class D license holder NOT drive without another license or endorsement?
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B: A vehicle designed to carry more than 15 passengers. Class D excludes vehicles of 26,001+ pounds, vehicles designed for more than 15 passengers, and hazmat vehicles. Minnesota Driver's Manual: Class D license, page 17.
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Question 27Which of these is listed in the manual as a reason your Minnesota license may be revoked?
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B: Being convicted of fleeing a police officer. A conviction for fleeing a police officer is one of the listed grounds for revocation; parking tickets, late renewal and address changes are not. Minnesota Driver's Manual: Revocation, page 89.
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Question 28If you drive over 100 mph in Minnesota, your driving privileges are revoked for at least how long?
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C: Six months. Driving over 100 mph results in revocation for at least six months. Minnesota Driver's Manual: Speed limits and fines, page 27.
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Question 29A limited license allows you to drive for which purpose?
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B: To and from work. A limited license restricts you to travel to work, treatment, school and dependents' needs. Minnesota Driver's Manual: Limited license, page 90.
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Question 30How long is your license canceled if you give false information on your application?
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B: 60 days or until correct information is provided, whichever is longer. Your license will be canceled for 60 days or until correct information is provided, whichever is longer. Minnesota Driver's Manual: Cancellation, page 90.
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Question 31Failing to stop for a school bus with red lights flashing within five years of a prior conviction for the same offense can cause:
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B: Suspension of your license. Your license may be suspended for failing to stop for a school bus within five years of a prior conviction for it. Minnesota Driver's Manual: Suspension, page 88.
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Question 32If your driving privileges are revoked for lack of insurance, what is the reinstatement fee?
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B: $30. You must pass a written test, pay a $30 reinstatement fee, apply for a new license and submit an insurance certificate. Minnesota Driver's Manual: Insurance, page 40.
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Question 33What insurance must owners of vehicles driven on Minnesota public roads carry?
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B: No-fault and liability insurance. Owners must carry no-fault and liability insurance and keep proof in the vehicle. Minnesota Driver's Manual: Insurance, page 40.
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Question 34Operating an uninsured vehicle in Minnesota can result in a fine of up to:
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C: $1,000 and up to 90 days in jail. Conviction for operating an uninsured vehicle can bring a fine up to $1,000 and up to 90 days in jail. Minnesota Driver's Manual: Insurance, page 40.
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Question 35Within how many days of becoming a resident must you register your vehicle in Minnesota?
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B: 60 days. You have up to 60 days after becoming a resident to register your vehicle. Minnesota Driver's Manual: Registering your vehicle, page 40.
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