Montana MVD permit practice test 2
25 questions written from the Montana Driver Manual (form 25-0100M), covering lanes, highways and freeways, alcohol and drugs, emergencies, licensing laws and penalties, safe and defensive driving and more. Pick an answer to see straight away whether you're right and why.
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Question 1When may you drive on the shoulder in Montana?
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B: Only when told to do so. Unless told to do so, never drive on the shoulder of the road. Montana Driver Manual (form 25-0100M): Laws and Regulations Keep You Safe, page 47.
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Question 2What is the BAC limit for Montana drivers under 21?
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B: 0.02. The BAC for a driver under 21 years of age is 0.02. Montana Driver Manual (form 25-0100M): Alcohol and the Law, page 82.
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Question 3A tire suddenly goes flat. What should you do?
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A: Hold the wheel tightly, keep straight, and slow gradually with light braking. Hold the steering wheel tightly, keep going straight, take your foot off the gas, brake lightly, and pull off in a safe place. Montana Driver Manual (form 25-0100M): Tire Blowout, page 87.
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Question 4Who may supervise a Montana NCLP holder?
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A: A licensed driver education instructor, parent or guardian, or another adult with parent/guardian permission, in the seat beside the driver. The NCLP is good for driving when accompanied by a licensed driver education instructor, parent or legal guardian, or other adult with permission, seated beside the driver. Montana Driver Manual (form 25-0100M): Non-Commercial Learner Permit (NCLP), page 12.
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Question 5In Montana, which children must ride in a child safety seat?
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B: Children up to age 6 and 60 pounds. Babies and children up to age 6 and 60 pounds must be buckled in a child safety seat. Montana Driver Manual (form 25-0100M): Child Restraints Required, page 30.
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Question 6When following another vehicle in Montana, within how many feet must you turn off your high beams?
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D: 500 feet. Turn off high beam headlights when 500 feet behind other vehicles. Montana Driver Manual (form 25-0100M): Vehicle Light Distances, page 24.
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Question 7What does a YIELD sign require?
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C: Slow to a reasonable speed and yield right-of-way to all vehicles on the roadway being entered. A YIELD sign means slow down to a reasonable speed and yield right-of-way to all vehicles on the roadway being entered. Montana Driver Manual (form 25-0100M): Signs: Intersection Traffic Control Signs, page 33.
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Question 8Is there a standard speed limit in Montana construction zones?
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B: No; a speed limit is set for each zone. There is no standard speed limit in work zones; the responsible agency or contractor sets a speed limit specific to each zone. Montana Driver Manual (form 25-0100M): Construction Zone, page 38.
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Question 9What is the daytime speed limit for cars on Montana two-lane highways?
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A: 70 mph. Cars and light trucks: 70 mph day and 65 mph night on two-lane highways. Montana Driver Manual (form 25-0100M): Speed Limits, page 48.
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Question 10At a four-way stop in Montana, who goes first?
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D: The driver who reached the intersection first, after a complete stop. At a four-way stop, the driver reaching the intersection first goes first after coming to a complete stop. Montana Driver Manual (form 25-0100M): Right-of-Way: Intersections, page 50.
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Question 11You are in a roundabout when an emergency vehicle approaches. What should you do?
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A: Continue and exit as normal, then pull to the right. Do not pull over or stop in the roundabout; continue, exit as normal, then pull to the right. Montana Driver Manual (form 25-0100M): Roundabouts in Montana: Emergency Vehicles, page 42.
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Question 12At 55 mph, about how much distance do you need to pass safely on a two-lane road?
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D: Over 1,600 feet (about 1/3 mile). At 55 mph you travel over 800 feet in 10 seconds and so does the oncoming car, so you need over 1,600 feet, about 1/3 mile. Montana Driver Manual (form 25-0100M): Space for Passing, page 77.
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Question 13A school bus ahead displays flashing yellow lights. What should you do?
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C: Slow down and proceed carefully; it is about to stop. If a bus is slowing to stop or displaying a yellow flashing light, slow down and proceed carefully; children may be in the road. Montana Driver Manual (form 25-0100M): Right-of-Way: School Buses, page 50.
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Question 14In Montana you may not park within how many feet of a traffic signal, stop sign, or yield sign?
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B: 30 feet. Do not park within 30 feet of a traffic signal, stop sign, or yield sign. Montana Driver Manual (form 25-0100M): No Parking Zones, page 56.
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Question 15Another driver is entering a controlled-access highway from a ramp. What should you do when possible?
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A: Move to your left so they can enter safely. When you observe another driver entering a controlled-access highway, whenever possible move to your left so they can enter safely. Montana Driver Manual (form 25-0100M): Entering Into Traffic, page 71.
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Question 16About what share of Montana traffic fatalities are alcohol-related, according to the manual?
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C: 50%. In Montana, 50% of all traffic fatalities are alcohol related. Montana Driver Manual (form 25-0100M): Report a Drunk Driver, page 82.
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Question 17Your gas pedal sticks and the motor keeps going faster. What should you do?
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A: Shift to neutral and apply steady pressure on the brake. Keep your eyes on the road, quickly shift to neutral, apply steady pressure on the brake, pull off when safe, and turn off the engine. Montana Driver Manual (form 25-0100M): Gas Pedal Sticks, page 87.
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Question 18How long must a Montana driver under 18 hold a learner permit before a first-year restricted license?
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A: Six consecutive months. The NCLP must be used for six consecutive months by any new driver under 18. Montana Driver Manual (form 25-0100M): Non-Commercial Learner Permit (NCLP), page 12.
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Question 19When possible, children under what age should ride in the back seat?
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A: 13. Whenever possible, children under age 13 should be secured in the back seat. Montana Driver Manual (form 25-0100M): Child Restraints Required, page 30.
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Question 20How far should high-beam headlights reveal persons and vehicles under Montana law?
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A: 350 feet. Headlights should illuminate persons or vehicles for 350 feet on high beam and 100 feet on low beam. Montana Driver Manual (form 25-0100M): Headlights & Tail Lights, page 24.
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Question 21In Montana's manual, what does the color red always mean on a sign?
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B: Stop, yield, do not enter, or wrong way. Red always means stop, yield, do not enter, or wrong way. Montana Driver Manual (form 25-0100M): Signs: Intersection Traffic Control Signs, page 33.
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Question 22What can a driver be charged with for driving in a way that endangers people in a Montana highway construction zone or for intentionally striking a traffic control device?
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B: Reckless Endangerment of a Highway Worker. You may be charged with Reckless Endangerment of a Highway Worker; the penalty is the same as reckless driving. Montana Driver Manual (form 25-0100M): Construction Zone, page 38.
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Question 23What is the nighttime speed limit for cars on Montana two-lane highways?
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A: 65 mph. Cars and light trucks may drive 65 mph at night on two-lane highways. Montana Driver Manual (form 25-0100M): Speed Limits, page 48.
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Question 24Who has absolute right-of-way in Montana?
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C: Pedestrians using a guide dog or carrying a white cane. Pedestrians using a guide dog or carrying a white cane have absolute right-of-way; do not use your horn. Montana Driver Manual (form 25-0100M): Right-of-Way: Pedestrians, page 49.
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Question 25A large truck is going through a single-lane roundabout ahead of you. What should you do?
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B: Drop back behind the truck as it completes its travel. Give large vehicles space; drop back behind the truck as it travels through the roundabout. Its rear wheels may cross the truck apron. Montana Driver Manual (form 25-0100M): Roundabouts in Montana: Large Vehicles, page 42.
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