Rhode Island DMV permit practice test 11
19 questions written from the Rhode Island Driver's Manual, covering safe and defensive driving. Pick an answer to see straight away whether you're right and why. The real Rhode Island DMV test has 40 questions.
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Question 1What is the fine for a first texting-while-driving offense in Rhode Island?
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C: $100. Texting penalties at any age: $100 first, $150 second, $250 third and subsequent. Rhode Island Driver's Manual: Cellular Phone Usage - Personal Wireless Communications Devices, page 37.
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Question 2What does 'covering the brake' mean?
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D: Taking your foot off the gas and hovering it over the brake without pressing. Covering the brake means hovering your foot over the brake pedal without touching it, ready to press. Rhode Island Driver's Manual: Traffic Lights/Signals, page 41.
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Question 3What is the only cure for carbon monoxide entering your vehicle?
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D: Opening the windows to let fresh air circulate. The fumes are odorless; the only cure is to open your windows and let fresh air in. Rhode Island Driver's Manual: Carbon Monoxide Poisoning, page 47.
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Question 4What does the IPDE process stand for?
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C: Identify, Predict, Decide, Execute. IPDE stands for Identify, Predict, Decide, Execute. Rhode Island Driver's Manual: VII. Systems for Safe, Courteous, and Defensive Driving, page 50.
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Question 5How many zones around your vehicle does the zone system describe?
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D: Six. The zone system consists of six zones around your vehicle. Rhode Island Driver's Manual: VII. Systems for Safe, Courteous, and Defensive Driving, page 50.
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Question 6In the orderly visual search pattern, what is your target area ahead?
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B: 12-15 seconds. Search the area you will reach in 12-15 seconds, and check the nearer 4-6 second range for changes. Rhode Island Driver's Manual: VII. Systems for Safe, Courteous, and Defensive Driving, page 50.
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Question 7How far ahead does the Smith System say to look in cities and on highways?
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C: A full block in cities / half a mile on highways. Get the overall picture: look a full block ahead in cities and half a mile ahead on highways. Rhode Island Driver's Manual: VII. Systems for Safe, Courteous, and Defensive Driving, page 50.
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Question 8Which is one of the Smith System's five keys?
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A: Leave yourself an out. The five keys: leave yourself an out, aim high in steering, get the big picture, keep your eyes moving, make sure they see you. Rhode Island Driver's Manual: VII. Systems for Safe, Courteous, and Defensive Driving, page 50.
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Question 9What is the 'point of no return'?
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D: The distance needed to bring your vehicle to a stop before entering an intersection. It's the point where braking must begin to avoid entering the intersection, based on speed and road conditions. Rhode Island Driver's Manual: Point of no Return, page 51.
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Question 10Which behavior has resulted in aggressive-driving violence in the past?
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C: Blocking the passing lane. Blocking the passing lane, tailgating, obscene gestures, repeated honking and cutting others off have led to violence. Rhode Island Driver's Manual: Aggressive Driving, page 56.
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Question 11During a traffic stop in Rhode Island, what can an officer require you to do to help identify you?
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A: Write your name in the officer's presence. On request you must show your license, registration and proof of insurance, and you can be asked to sign your name in front of the officer so they can confirm who you are. Rhode Island Driver's Manual: IX. Laws You Must Know, page 58.
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Question 12Under Rhode Island law, may you drive wearing earphones or a headset?
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C: No. Drivers are not allowed to operate a motor vehicle on a public highway while wearing earphones or headsets. Rhode Island Driver's Manual: IX. Laws You Must Know, page 58.
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Question 13If stopped by police at night in Rhode Island, what are you required to do?
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B: Turn on the interior lights and leave them on until the officer lets you go. At night, switch on the interior light and keep it on until the officer says you may leave. Rhode Island Driver's Manual: IX. Laws You Must Know, page 58.
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Question 14Under Rhode Island law, who is responsible for clearing snow and ice from a vehicle?
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C: The motorist, including snow on the roof that could blow onto others. The motorist must remove snow and ice that limit vision and clear the roof of snow that might blow onto other vehicles. Rhode Island Driver's Manual: IX. Laws You Must Know, page 58.
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Question 15During a traffic stop, when should you take off your seat belt?
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C: Only when the officer directs you to. Do not take your safety belt off until directed by the officer. Rhode Island Driver's Manual: XII. When Stopped by a Law Enforcement Officer, page 67.
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Question 16Does signing a citation in Rhode Island mean you admit the violation?
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A: No, only that you received it. By signing, you are not admitting the violation, only acknowledging you received it. Rhode Island Driver's Manual: XII. When Stopped by a Law Enforcement Officer, page 67.
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Question 17May you show electronic proof of insurance to a Rhode Island officer?
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A: Yes. Electronic proof of insurance is allowed. Rhode Island Driver's Manual: XII. When Stopped by a Law Enforcement Officer, page 67.
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Question 18What is the minimum legal tire tread depth in Rhode Island?
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B: 2/32 inch. You may not drive on a tire with less than 2/32 of an inch of tread. Rhode Island Driver's Manual: XIII. Equipment You Must Inspect!, page 68.
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Question 19Lap and shoulder belts together reduce the risk of death and serious injury by about:
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A: Almost 50%. Wearing both lap and shoulder belts cuts the risk of death or serious injury nearly in half. Rhode Island Driver's Manual: XIII. Equipment You Must Inspect!, page 68.
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