Driving Skills Test Study Guide from DHS Website: Quiz Questions

Why must a new driver pass the Driving Skills Test?;

To be eligible to receive a Michigan driver's license

Who administers driver knowledge tests in Michigan?;

The Michigan Department of State through Secretary of State branch offices

Who provides driving skills testing services in Michigan?;

Approved public and private driver testing businesses authorized by the Department of State

What must examiners do during a driving skills test?;

Read standard instructions, use approved forms and procedures, and use approved test exercises and routes

What can happen if someone performs illegal or fraudulent driver testing?;

They may lose testing authorization, face criminal prosecution, and pay damages

What should you do if you observe improper or fraudulent testing activities?;

Report it immediately to the Michigan Department of State

What information should be included when reporting illegal testing?;

Names of people or organizations involved, dates of incidents, and a description of what happened

What happens if someone is improperly tested?;

They must take the test again

Can deaf or hard of hearing drivers use a sign language interpreter during the test?;

Yes

Who can arrange a sign language interpreter?;

The driver or the tester

What is the minimum age for a foreign language interpreter?;

16 years old

Can a foreign language interpreter be used for a CDL skills test?;

No

What can a foreign language interpreter do during the test?;

Only translate the examiner's instructions

What happens if an interpreter gives unnecessary help or comments?;

The examiner may terminate the test after one warning

What is a facilitator?;

A person who helps applicants obtain a driver license by providing services such as scheduling, training, transportation, or interpretation

Is it legal for someone to charge for driving instruction if they are not certified?;

No

What must applicants under 18 complete before taking the test?;

Segment 1 driver education, Michigan Level 1 License held for at least 6 months, and Segment 2 driver education

How many hours of supervised driving must drivers under 18 complete?;

At least 50 hours

How many of the required practice hours must be at night?;

At least 10 hours

Who can supervise practice driving?;

A parent or legal guardian, or a licensed adult age 21 or older with permission

What is the minimum age to take the Driving Skills Test?;

15 years old

What must be true during the 90 days before testing?;

No convictions, civil infractions, suspensions, or at-fault crashes

What tests must an adult first pass before taking the driving skills test?;

Vision and written knowledge tests

What permit must adults obtain before testing?;

Temporary Instruction Permit (TIP)

How long must an adult practice with a TIP before testing?;

At least 30 days

Who schedules the Driving Skills Test?;

An approved driver testing business

Are testing fees regulated by the Michigan Department of State?;

No

What information is needed to schedule a test?;

Name, driver license number, and phone number

What must drivers under 18 bring to the test?;

Level 1 license held 6 months, Segment 2 completion certificate, and driving log

What must drivers under 18 show on their driving log?;

50 total hours including 10 nighttime hours

What must the test vehicle have?;

Valid insurance, current registration, valid license plate, and safe working condition

Who may be inside the vehicle during the test?;

The applicant, examiner, required passenger/interpreter, and parent or guardian if the applicant is a minor

Is the vehicle inspection scored?;

No

What important vehicle items are checked before the test?;

Brakes, brake lights, tires, turn signals, mirrors, seat belts, horn, windshield, wipers, and speedometer

Can a cracked windshield stop the test?;

Yes, if it blocks the driver's view

Are passive safety features allowed during the test?;

Yes, including backup cameras, blind spot indicators, and lane departure warnings

Are driver-activated features allowed during the test?;

No, including self-parking systems and self-driving features

What happens if you refuse to follow instructions repeatedly?;

Automatic failure

Can you refuse to wear a seat belt during the test?;

No, unless you have a medical waiver

What happens if you offer the examiner a bribe?;

Automatic failure and possible criminal charges

What traffic violations can cause automatic failure?;

Running a red light or stop sign, driving the wrong way, improper passing, unsafe turns, failing to yield, and passing a stopped school bus with flashing lights

How much speeding can cause automatic failure?;

10 mph or more over the speed limit immediately, or 4–9 mph over after one warning

Can following too closely cause failure?;

Yes, after one warning

When can an examiner stop the test for dangerous driving?;

When behavior shows the driver is dangerously inexperienced

What are the three parts of the driving skills test?;

Vehicle inspection, basic control skills test, and on-road driving test

Are the test parts completed in a specific order?;

Yes

How many attempts can you have in a 24-hour period?;

One attempt

How many errors can you have and still pass the basic control test?;

Six errors or fewer

What are the three basic control exercises?;

Forward stop line, curved path backing (Y-turn), and curved path backing (parallel parking)

During the forward stop exercise, where must the bumper stop?;

Within 2 feet of the stop line without touching it

During backing exercises, what should you avoid?;

Touching boundaries, crossing lines, and unnecessary repositioning

What does the on-road test measure?;

Your ability to safely operate a vehicle in traffic

What types of areas may be included in the route?;

City, residential, and expressway areas

What maneuvers are tested during the on-road test?;

Turns, stops, lane changes, railroad crossings, curves, and collision avoidance

How many points can you receive before failing?;

More than 25 points

How should you show traffic checks to the examiner?;

Move your head visibly when checking traffic and blind spots

How far ahead should you scan while driving?;

About 12 seconds ahead

How often should you check traffic on an expressway?;

About every 8–10 seconds

How often should you check traffic in urban areas?;

Every 5–7 seconds

How far before a turn should you signal?;

About 100 feet before turning

What should you do before changing lanes?;

Check traffic, check blind spots, signal, and merge safely

Where should your vehicle end after a right turn?;

The right-most lane

Where should your vehicle end after a left turn?;

The lane directly right of the centerline

Where should you stop at an intersection?;

Before the stop line, crosswalk, or sidewalk

What safe gap should you leave behind another vehicle?;

You should see the rear tires of the vehicle ahead

Should you stop at every green light?;

No, only if necessary

What should you check before entering an expressway?;

Traffic, blind spots, and merging space

Which lane should you normally drive in?;

The right-most lane unless passing

How should you change lanes?;

Signal, check traffic and blind spots, and merge smoothly

What should you do before entering a curve?;

Slow down before entering

What should you do at railroad crossings?;

Look both ways, listen for trains, and keep both hands on the wheel

If an oncoming vehicle enters your lane, where should you drive?;

Off the road to the right

If hitting an object is unavoidable, what type of object should you choose?;

A soft object if possible

What happens after passing the Driving Skills Test?;

The examiner gives you a signed Driving Skills Test Receipt

Is the receipt a driver license?;

No

What do you use the receipt to obtain?;

A Temporary Operator's Permit (TOP)

How many supervised driving hours must teens complete?;

50 hours

How many hours must be nighttime driving?;

10 hours

When must the driving log be shown?;

To the Segment 2 instructor and the Driving Skills Test examiner