Rhode Island DMV permit practice test 9
25 questions written from the Rhode Island Driver's Manual, covering emergencies, alcohol and drugs, road signs, licensing laws and penalties, safe and defensive driving 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 1Failing to stop after a collision resulting in personal injury in Rhode Island is:
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C: A felony. Leaving the scene of a crash that injures or kills someone (R.I.G.L. 31-26-1) is a felony. Rhode Island Driver's Manual: Violations Resulting from a Collision, page 66.
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Question 2What minimum license suspension may follow possession of alcohol by someone under 21?
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D: 60 days. Underage possession brings a $150-$750 fine (first offense) and a minimum 60-day license suspension. Rhode Island Driver's Manual: R.I.G.L. 3-8-10 Possession of beverage by underage persons, page 64.
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Question 3What does this pennant-shaped yellow sign on the left side of the road mean?
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B: A no-passing zone begins here. The pennant sign marks the start of a no-passing zone; it is placed on the left so drivers thinking of passing will see it. Rhode Island Driver's Manual: Signs: Warning Signs, page 86.
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Question 4What is the minimum age for a Rhode Island Full Operator's License?
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C: 17 years and 6 months. You must be at least seventeen years, six months old and have held a provisional license at least 12 months. Rhode Island Driver's Manual: Full Operator's License, page 14.
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Question 5What is the difference between aggressive driving and road rage?
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D: Road rage is using the vehicle or a weapon to threaten or harm someone; aggressive driving is driving in a pushy, bold manner. Aggressive driving is pushy, bold driving; road rage escalates to threatening or causing harm with the vehicle or a weapon. Rhode Island Driver's Manual: Aggressive Driving and Road Rage, page 23.
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Question 6What is the 'Dutch Reach'?
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C: Opening the driver's door with the right hand so you turn and look for cyclists. Open the driver's door with your right hand, turning your head to look out the side and rear windows. Rhode Island Driver's Manual: Dooring, page 56.
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Question 7What does this warning sign mean?
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A: A stop sign is ahead, so be ready to stop. The Stop Ahead warning sign tells you a stop sign is coming up that may be hard to see, so start slowing early. Rhode Island Driver's Manual: Signs: Warning Signs, page 86.
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Question 8How long must you hold a provisional license before a Full Operator's License?
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C: 12 months. You must have held a Limited Provisional License for at least twelve months. Rhode Island Driver's Manual: Full Operator's License, page 14.
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Question 9To avoid provoking others, how should you use your horn?
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C: Sparingly; a couple of short taps. Use your horn sparingly; a couple of short taps may seem less aggressive than one long blast. Rhode Island Driver's Manual: Preventing Aggressive Driving and Road Rage, page 24.
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Question 10When approaching a horse being ridden or driven on a highway, what does Rhode Island law require?
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B: Reduce speed and refrain from sounding the horn or making loud noises. You must reduce speed and avoid sounding the horn or making loud noises near a horse. Rhode Island Driver's Manual: IX. Laws You Must Know, page 58.
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Question 11What does this warning sign mean?
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B: A traffic signal is ahead. The Signal Ahead sign shows a traffic light symbol and warns that a signalized intersection is coming. Rhode Island Driver's Manual: Signs: Warning Signs, page 86.
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Question 12If your Rhode Island license is suspended, must you turn it in to the DMV?
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B: No; keep it for identity purposes. You are not required to turn in your license if it is suspended; keep it for identity purposes. Rhode Island Driver's Manual: What happens if my license or registration is suspended?, page 15.
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Question 13Except when passing, which lane should you stay out of to avoid blocking others?
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C: The far-left lane. Do not block the passing lane; except when passing, stay out of the far-left lane. Rhode Island Driver's Manual: Preventing Aggressive Driving and Road Rage, page 24.
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Question 14What does this warning sign mean?
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B: The road is slippery when wet. The car with wavy skid marks warns that the pavement becomes slippery when wet; slow down and avoid sudden moves in rain. Rhode Island Driver's Manual: Signs: Warning Signs, page 86.
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Question 15A new resident's out-of-state license expired three years ago. Must they take the knowledge and skills tests?
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A: No, not if expired for five years or less. If your out-of-state license is valid or expired not more than five years, you don't need the knowledge or skills test. Rhode Island Driver's Manual: Out-of-State Drivers: Obtaining a Rhode Island Driver's License, page 16.
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Question 16An enraged driver confronts you. Should you get out of your vehicle?
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C: No, your vehicle offers protection. Stay inside with the doors locked; leaving the car removes the protection it gives you. Rhode Island Driver's Manual: Responding to Aggressive Driving and Road Rage, page 24.
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Question 17This warning sign appears before a work zone. What should you expect?
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A: A person with a flag or paddle directing traffic. The flagger sign warns of a worker controlling traffic ahead; flaggers have legal authority, so follow their signals to slow or stop. Rhode Island Driver's Manual: Signs: Warning Signs; Construction and Work Zone Safety Requirements, page 73.
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Question 18Under a Limited Learner Permit, who may sit in the front seat?
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C: Only the supervising driver. No person other than the supervising driver may be in the front seat. Rhode Island Driver's Manual: Summary: Rhode Island's Graduated Licensing System, page 15.
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Question 19If an aggressive driver keeps following you, where should you go?
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D: A busy public place with witnesses, such as a fire station or busy gas station. Drive to a busy public place such as a hospital, fire station or busy store, and sound your horn if needed. Rhode Island Driver's Manual: Responding to Aggressive Driving and Road Rage, page 24.
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Question 20A yellow diamond sign shows arrows chasing each other in a circle. What is ahead?
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B: A roundabout. This sign warns of a roundabout; slow down, yield to traffic already circulating, and travel counterclockwise. Rhode Island Driver's Manual: Rotary/Roundabout Diagram, page 40.
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Question 21Under Rhode Island law, which motorcycle operators must always wear a helmet?
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D: Operators under 21, and all new operators for their first year. Operators under 21 must always wear a helmet, and new operators of any age for the first year; passengers must also wear helmets. Rhode Island Driver's Manual: VI. Motorcycles: Use of Protective Equipment, page 48.
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Question 22What does the Rhode Island manual say about driving when upset?
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C: Delay driving until the strength of the emotion has faded. Most emotional upsets are temporary; wait until the emotion fades before driving. Rhode Island Driver's Manual: Guidelines to Controlling Emotions, page 24.
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Question 23Which colors does the Rhode Island manual list for construction and work zone signs?
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B: Fluorescent yellow-green, orange or pink. Work zone signs use high-visibility colors (fluorescent yellow-green, orange or pink) and come before, inside and after the work area. Rhode Island Driver's Manual: Construction and Work Zone Safety Requirements, page 72.
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Question 24What eye protection rule applies to Rhode Island motorcycle operators?
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A: All operators must properly wear eye protection. Rhode Island law requires all operators to properly wear eye protection. Rhode Island Driver's Manual: VI. Motorcycles: Use of Protective Equipment, page 49.
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Question 25According to the Rhode Island manual, where do most motor vehicle collisions occur?
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D: Within a few miles of people's homes. Most crashes come from driver mistakes and happen close to home, on familiar roads. Rhode Island Driver's Manual: Before Starting The Engine, page 26.
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