Rhode Island DMV permit practice test 5
25 questions written from the Rhode Island Driver's Manual, covering hazards, weather and night driving, turns and intersections, right of way, parking, following and passing and more. 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 1When does Rhode Island law require headlights?
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B: Sunset to sunrise, when you can't see 500 feet ahead, and when wipers are in use for weather. Headlights are required sunset to sunrise, whenever you can't see 500 feet ahead, and when wipers are used for rain, sleet, snow, etc. Rhode Island Driver's Manual: Night Driving, page 52.
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Question 2How far from an intersection must you be to make a turnabout?
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C: At least 200 feet. You should be at least two hundred feet from an intersection. Rhode Island Driver's Manual: Turnabouts, page 30.
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Question 3An ambulance with its siren on is coming up behind you. What should you do?
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C: Pull over to the right, stop, and wait for it to pass. Emergency vehicles always get the right-of-way: move right, stop, and before pulling out again signal and check that no other emergency vehicle is coming. Rhode Island Driver's Manual: Safe Driving on the Highway, page 36.
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Question 4On a one-way road, how must a parked vehicle be positioned?
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B: Either wheel within 12 inches of the side, facing the direction of traffic. On a one-way road either side's wheels may be within twelve inches of the side, headed the way traffic goes. Rhode Island Driver's Manual: Where you may not park or stop, page 33.
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Question 5A tailgater is following you. What should you do?
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A: Change lanes or let the driver pass. Get out of the aggressive driver's way: change lanes or allow them to pass; never speed up or slam on the brakes. Rhode Island Driver's Manual: Safe Driving on the Highway, page 35.
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Question 6In lane position 3, where is your vehicle?
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D: Three to six inches from the right line or curb. Lane position 3 is 3 to 6 inches from the right line, used when hazards are on the left or you'll turn right. Rhode Island Driver's Manual: Lane Positions, page 51.
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Question 7How far back should you stay behind a truck if you expect the driver to see you?
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C: At least 50 feet. Stay at least 50 feet back; you are far enough when you can see the truck's side-view mirrors. Rhode Island Driver's Manual: Sharing The Road With Large Trucks, page 52.
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Question 8In a reversible lane, which lanes may you travel in?
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B: Lanes with a green arrow. In reversible lanes, motorists may travel in the lane with a green arrow. Rhode Island Driver's Manual: Roadway Markings, page 39.
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Question 9A vehicle is coming head-on in your lane. Which way should you steer?
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B: Right, toward the shoulder or curb. Brake hard without locking, sound the horn, and steer right; do not steer left. Rhode Island Driver's Manual: Threat of a Head-on Collision, page 44.
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Question 10In Rhode Island, what BAC makes a person of any age legally intoxicated (DUI)?
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B: .08% or more. At .08% BAC or higher, a driver of any age is legally intoxicated and charged with DUI. Rhode Island Driver's Manual: B. Blood Alcohol Concentration, page 61.
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Question 11What does this sign mean?
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A: Entering divided highway. This warning sign means a divided highway begins ahead. Rhode Island Driver's Manual: Signs: Warning Signs, page 86.
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Question 12Who is legally responsible for driving violations committed by a learner permit holder?
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C: The supervising licensed driver. Any violation a permit driver commits is legally the responsibility of the licensed adult supervising them. Rhode Island Driver's Manual: Limited Learner Permit, page 11.
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Question 13What is the key to preventing distractions while driving?
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C: Preparing as much as possible before you drive. Prepare before driving: set radio and climate, secure items, review directions. Rhode Island Driver's Manual: Preventing and Managing Distractions, page 19.
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Question 14Under Rhode Island's 500/200 rule, when must you dim high beams for an approaching vehicle?
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C: At least 500 feet ahead. Dim your high beams at least 500 feet ahead when approaching another vehicle. Rhode Island Driver's Manual: Dimming your headlights: 500/200 Rule, page 53.
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Question 15May you cross a solid yellow line when making a turnabout?
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C: No, you cannot cross a solid yellow line at any time. A turnabout must never take you across a solid yellow line. Rhode Island Driver's Manual: Turnabouts, page 30.
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Question 16At an intersection with no signs or signals, you and a car on a different street arrive at about the same time. The other car is on your right. Who goes first?
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B: The other car, because it is on your right. When there are no signs or signals and two vehicles arrive together from different roads, the driver on the left yields to the driver on the right. Rhode Island Driver's Manual: IX. Laws You Must Know, page 58.
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Question 17May you park at a curb cut or ramp for handicapped persons?
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D: No. Parking at any curb cut or ramp for handicapped persons is prohibited. Rhode Island Driver's Manual: Where you may not park or stop, page 33.
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Question 18How far behind an emergency vehicle should you drive in Rhode Island?
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C: 500 feet. Always drive 500 feet behind emergency vehicles. Rhode Island Driver's Manual: Safe Driving on the Highway, page 36.
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Question 19What is an acceleration lane on a freeway for?
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B: Getting up to the speed of freeway traffic before merging. The acceleration lane lets entering drivers build speed to match the traffic they are merging into; deceleration lanes are for slowing to exit. Rhode Island Driver's Manual: Freeway/Highway Driving Limited Access Highway, page 35.
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Question 20Where there are no sidewalks, which side of the road should pedestrians walk on?
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D: The left side, facing traffic. Walking on the left side lets pedestrians see oncoming traffic when there is no sidewalk. Rhode Island Driver's Manual: Pedestrians, page 53.
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Question 21In Rhode Island, is a driver required to turn right on red when allowed?
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C: No, it is permitted but not required. Right on red is an option, not an obligation; you may wait for the green. Rhode Island Driver's Manual: Traffic Lights/Signals, page 41.
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Question 22A rear-end collision is unavoidable. What should you do just before impact?
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D: Release your brakes, then brake immediately after the collision. Release your brakes just before the collision to soften the impact, then brake immediately after. Rhode Island Driver's Manual: Threat of a Rear-End Collision, page 45.
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Question 23A 19-year-old has a BAC of .04%. What is the charge in Rhode Island?
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A: Driving While Impaired (DWI). A driver under 21 with a BAC from .02% up to .08% is charged with DWI (driving while impaired). Rhode Island Driver's Manual: B. Blood Alcohol Concentration, page 61.
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Question 24What does this sign mean?
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C: Road narrows. This warning sign shows the road narrows ahead. Rhode Island Driver's Manual: Signs: Warning Signs, page 86.
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Question 25How long must you hold a Limited Learner Permit before taking the Rhode Island driving skills test?
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C: 6 months. A permit must be held for six months or more before a driving skills test can be taken. Rhode Island Driver's Manual: Limited Learner Permit, page 12.
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