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Montana MVD permit practice test 5

25 questions written from the Montana Driver Manual (form 25-0100M), covering road signs, signals and pavement markings, speed limits, right of way, turns and intersections and more. Pick an answer to see straight away whether you're right and why.

25 questions
  1. Question 1What does a SPEED ZONE AHEAD sign tell you?

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    C: You are approaching an area with a reduced speed limit. You are approaching an area where a reduced speed limit has been established. Montana Driver Manual (form 25-0100M): Regulatory Signs, page 34.

  2. Question 2What does a steady yellow arrow mean?

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    C: A protected turn is about to end; clear the intersection. A steady yellow arrow means the time for a protected turn is about to end; vehicles turning should clear the intersection. Montana Driver Manual (form 25-0100M): Vehicle Signals, page 40.

  3. Question 3What is the daytime speed limit for heavy trucks on Montana two-lane highways?

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    C: 60 mph. Heavy trucks (over one-ton rated capacity) are limited to 60 mph day and 55 mph night on two-lane highways. Montana Driver Manual (form 25-0100M): Speed Limits, page 48.

  4. Question 4Who must yield when one vehicle overtakes another going the same direction?

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    A: The overtaking driver, even if the other vehicle is slowing or stopping. Drivers overtaking a vehicle traveling in the same direction must yield to it, even if it is slowing or coming to a stop. Montana Driver Manual (form 25-0100M): Right-of-Way: Overtaking Vehicles, page 50.

  5. Question 5You approach a turn in the wrong lane. What should you do?

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    D: Proceed, get into the proper lane, go to the next intersection, signal, and then turn. If you approached a turn in the wrong lane or forgot to signal, proceed, get into the proper lane, go to the next intersection, signal, then turn. Montana Driver Manual (form 25-0100M): Laws and Regulations Keep You Safe, page 47.

  6. Question 6You are being followed closely and there is no right lane. What should you do?

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    A: Wait until the way is clear, then reduce speed slowly so the tailgater passes. If there is no right lane, wait until the way is clear then reduce speed slowly; never slow down quickly to discourage a tailgater. Montana Driver Manual (form 25-0100M): Space Behind, page 75.

  7. Question 7Why do many bicyclists ride 18-24 inches into the lane rather than at the very edge?

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    D: To discourage dangerous in-lane passing. Many bicyclists ride further into the lane to discourage motorists from trying a dangerous in-lane pass. Montana Driver Manual (form 25-0100M): Bicyclists & Motorists, page 53.

  8. Question 8What does a yellow curb mean in Montana?

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    D: Stop only long enough to load or unload, and you must stay with the car. Yellow = stopping only long enough to load or unload, and you must stay with the car. Montana Driver Manual (form 25-0100M): No Parking Zones, page 56.

  9. Question 9What does the Montana manual note about microbrews and craft beers?

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    A: They often contain more alcohol than a 12-ounce commercial beer. Microbrews and craft beers often contain more alcohol than a 12-ounce commercial beer. Montana Driver Manual (form 25-0100M): If You Drink, When Can You Drive?, page 81.

  10. Question 10With anti-lock brakes (ABS), how should you stop quickly?

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    A: Press the brake pedal as hard as you can and keep pressing. With ABS, press the brake pedal as hard as you can and keep pressing; don't let up when you feel the pedal push back. Montana Driver Manual (form 25-0100M): Stopping Quickly, page 88.

  11. Question 11By signing for a Montana driver under 18, what does a parent or guardian accept?

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    A: Financial responsibility for any damage resulting from the minor's driving. Signing obligates the parent, guardian or responsible adult to accept financial responsibility for any damage from the minor's operation of a motor vehicle. Montana Driver Manual (form 25-0100M): Non-Commercial Learner Permit (NCLP), page 12.

  12. Question 12The license plate lamp must make the rear plate visible from how far?

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    B: 50 feet. Vehicles must emit white light to illuminate the license plate for 50 feet to the rear. Montana Driver Manual (form 25-0100M): License Plate Lamp, page 25.

  13. Question 13How much can tinted or some photo-gray lenses reduce your night vision?

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    B: Up to 30%. Sunglasses reduce visibility dangerously at night; even tinted and some photo-gray lenses can detract up to 30% of night vision. Montana Driver Manual (form 25-0100M): Night Driving, page 65.

  14. Question 14What colors are Montana warning signs?

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    B: Black and yellow. Warning signs are black and yellow and usually diamond-shaped. Montana Driver Manual (form 25-0100M): Warning Signs, page 35.

  15. Question 15What does a flashing yellow arrow mean?

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    D: Left turns are allowed, but you must first yield to oncoming traffic and pedestrians. A flashing yellow arrow allows left turns, but you must yield to oncoming traffic (which has a green light) and pedestrians. Montana Driver Manual (form 25-0100M): Vehicle Signals, page 40.

  16. Question 16According to the Montana manual, how does stopping distance at 60 mph compare with 30 mph?

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    D: Over three times as far. Stopping at 60 mph does not take twice the distance as at 30 mph, but over three times the distance. Montana Driver Manual (form 25-0100M): Adjusting Speed, page 69.

  17. Question 17Upon hearing an emergency vehicle siren, what must a Montana driver do?

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    B: Pull to the right edge of the road and stop until it passes. Yield to emergency vehicles: pull over to the right edge of the road and stop until the vehicle passes; if in an intersection, drive through first. Montana Driver Manual (form 25-0100M): Right-of-Way: Emergency Vehicles, page 50.

  18. Question 18When may you turn around (U-turn) on a Montana roadway?

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    B: Where you have 500 feet of unobstructed view in both directions and no vehicles are approaching. You may turn around where the driver has 500 feet in both directions of unobstructed view and no vehicles are approaching; never near a curve or hill. Montana Driver Manual (form 25-0100M): Turning Around, page 49.

  19. Question 19What gap do you need to merge with traffic?

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    D: About 4 seconds. You need a gap of about four seconds to merge; moving into the middle leaves two-second following distances. Montana Driver Manual (form 25-0100M): Space to Merge, page 76.

  20. Question 20What must motorists do when a bicyclist is in a designated bicycle lane in Montana?

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    C: Yield the right-of-way to the bicyclist. Motorists must yield the right-of-way to a person riding a bicycle within a designated bicycle lane. Montana Driver Manual (form 25-0100M): Bicyclists & Motorists, page 53.

  21. Question 21What does a red curb mean in Montana?

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    A: Do not stop, stand, or park. Red = do not stop, stand, or park. Montana Driver Manual (form 25-0100M): No Parking Zones, page 56.

  22. Question 22Where may an open alcoholic beverage container legally be kept in a Montana vehicle?

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    D: In a locked glove compartment, the trunk or cargo area, or behind the last upright seat. Open containers must be in a locked glove or storage compartment, a trunk or cargo area, or behind the last upright seat in vehicles without a trunk. Montana Driver Manual (form 25-0100M): Open Containers, page 82.

  23. Question 23Your vehicle is about to be hit from the rear. What should you do?

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    D: Press against the seat back with your head against the head restraint, ready to brake. Press yourself against the back of your seat with your head against the head restraint, and be ready to brake so you aren't pushed into another vehicle. Montana Driver Manual (form 25-0100M): Protect Yourself in Collisions: Hit from the rear, page 89.

  24. Question 24During which hours may a Montana first-year restricted license holder not drive (with exceptions)?

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    A: 11 p.m. to 5 a.m.. Teen drivers with a restricted license may not drive between 11:00 p.m. and 5:00 a.m., with limited exceptions. Montana Driver Manual (form 25-0100M): GDL Step 2: First-Year Restricted License, page 18.

  25. Question 25A Montana vehicle horn must be audible for at least:

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    D: 200 feet. The horn must provide a warning audible for 200 feet. Montana Driver Manual (form 25-0100M): Horn, page 25.

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