Drivers permit Test

If a passing vehicle has to cut closely in front of you to avoid oncoming traffic, you should:

slow down and allow them in

When a tire blow-out occurs, what is the FIRST thing you do?

grip the steering wheel firmly

When a motorcyclist is passing your vehicle, you should:

maintain speed and lane position

If you encounter a vehicle headed the wrong way on a one-way street, you should:

steer to the right, slow down, aim for something soft

When you have two hazards at the same time...

separate the hazards

Work zone speed limit is typically...

45 mph

You're mirrors often do not show you smaller vehicles such as...

motorcycles, mopeds and bicycles

When driving at night, you should:

adjust speed so you can stop within the distance of your headlights

When 2 vehicles arrive at an uncontrolled intersection at the same time

the vehicle on the left, yields to the vehicle on the right

Tread worn down tires to the wear bars means...

you need new tires

You're waiting to make a left turn at an intersection with a standard green light. You should..

keep your wheels straight while "claiming the lane" (*wait in the intersection)

You have the right of way only "if"...

it's given to you

A good indication hydroplaning might occur is...

water splashes on the roadway

Never pass on a two way road if.

there is oncoming traffic

Young children should always...

be seated in the middle of the back seat, if possible.

When exposed to glare such as bright headlights...

look down to the right edge of the road or "fog line".

When the fog is so bad that you can barely see.

it's best to not drive at all

You are at the greatest risk of distraction when.

there are other passengers

When merging onto the freeway, the shorter the merge lane the...

bigger the gap you'll need to enter traffic

You're driving behind a school bus and its red lights start flashing, you should...

stop at least 20ft away behind and wait.

If a traffic light has been green for awhile or "stale" it means...

it will likely turn yellow soon.

When approaching a railroad crossing that has it guard rails lowered, lights flashing, etc.

you have to stop and wait, no matter what

If airbags are not in the proper operating position...

the warning light will stay on

If you must leave the road at a high speed and no open space is available..

always try and aim for something soft.

What action should you take if the acceleration sticks?

shift to neutral and apply brakes

When exiting an expressway...

look for your exit early and do not slow down ahead of time.

When driving on a one way street past vehicles parked on the right, you should...

move just left of center, if possible.

When a car understeers...

it moves straight ahead without additional input

Who has the right-of-way in a roundabout?

vehicles already in the roundabout

When the weather turns bad...

always slow down and increase space

When making a turn at an intersection you should most of the time...

turn to the first available legal lane.

line of sight" =

an imaginary line that extends from a drivers eyes to a point of focus.

Distractions can be...

mental, physical or combined

When large trucks are turning at intersections, expect them to...

make wide turns and use more than one lane to do so

BEFORE going around a sharp turn or curve you need to...

slow down

An advisory speed sign with a speed limit of 35 mph on a curve means that...

35 is the fastest recommended speed under ideal conditions.

When properly adjusted, head restraints provide the most protection in...

rear end crashes

You should be in the correct _______ before making a turn.

lane

One of the best things you can do to prevent emergencies is...

continually look for hazards.

When the weather is terrible the best thing to do is...

go slower or simply wait to drive.

A flashing red light means the same as a...

stop sign

The typical following distance is about..

3-4 seconds

If your vehicle's brakes fail you maybe able to stop by...

downshifting or using the parking/emergency brake.

In Michigan, the legal BAC if you're 21+ is...

.08.

When a driver loses control of their emotions and attempt to harm another driver.

road rage

The safest way to hold the steering wheel if it's equipped with an airbag is

9 and 3 or 8 and 4

when driving past vehicles parked on the left you should be

four feet away

Your vehicle's outside mirrors should be adjusted to...

reduce blind spots.

Which of the following is a good thing to remember so you will not be involved in a road rage accident

Give other driver's the benefit of the doubt

A flashing yellow arrow in the left turn lane mean

proceed with caution.

It is best to always pass a semi truck on the _______________ side.

left

Driving drowsy has the same effects as if you drive...

drunk

You do not have to stop for a school bus if

If it is stopped on the other side of a separated highway

If you're under 21 the alcohol law is...

zero tolerance

When driving in bad weather you should use _______ beam headlights.

low

Each time you drive make a routine check of...

tires, lights, and controls

If the driver ahead of you is swerving or driving erratically you should...

increase space.

Increasing speed means....

increasing following distance.

The largest blind spots on a semi truck are located....

to the rear and to the right side.

When can a left or right turn be made from a lane other than the far left or right lane?

when pavement markings or signs say otherwise

What is the typical speed limit in a business district, school zone or neighborhood?

25 mph

The larger the vehicle the...

more space needed to stop

If the traffic lights at an intersection are not working you should treat it as an..

all way stop.

Aggressive Driving" means...

driving a vehicle in a selfish, bold, a pushy manner

Michigan Left Intersections decrease conflict with

high speed oncoming traffic.

Areas of the roadway more likely to freeze include

bridges, overpasses and spots that are shaded

If you're stopped off the road for an emergency you should....

activate your hazard/emergency flashers.

When merging onto the freeway you should...

merge with the flow of traffic as much as possible.

Kelsey's Law means..

teens may not initiate a call while driving on a Level 1 or Level 2 license

A double yellow line down the middle...

means no passing

You must always yield to...

pedestrians, especially those with a white cane or guide dog.

In a right turn, where will you the rear wheels track in relation to the front wheels...

closer to the curb

The typical speed limit out in the country where it is unmarked is...

55 mph

Guide signs come in what three colors?

blue, brown and green

To prevent skidding

brake, steer and accelerate smoothly

When backing up to the left you will also turn the wheel...

to the left

A solid yellow line on one side and a broken line on the other means

the side with the solid yellow line cannot pass but the side with the broken line can.

When driving up a steep hill..

stay to the right and keep pressure on the gas pedal.

If a child is riding a bike along side of the road...

slow down, give more space and be ready to adjust.

when making turns you look

to the left, right, then left again

Who has the right-of-way when merging?

the vehicles already on the expressway

The main reason to yield your right-of-way is to...

prevent a crash.

Michigan's headlight law means...

headlights should be on 30 minutes after sunset until 30 minutes before sunrise.

What is the typical speed limit on a Michigan freeway?

70 mph (*55 mph minimum)

Skidding happens mainly from

too much steering, braking or accelerating.

If you're engine light comes on it means..

the engine is too hot and needs to cool down or be repaired before attempting to drive again.

It is best to place items on the floor so that in a crash...

they don't go flying forward.

At night you should be able to...

stop within the clear distance of your headlights.

You should always drive with two hands on the wheel, especially when it's...

windy

When attempting a right-on-red always...

fully stop, check for signs, check traffic and pedestrians

In a construction zone or school zone your speeding ticket fine will be...

doubled

Combining alcohol and drugs creates a _____________ effect.

synergistic

The primary place where alcohol is eliminated in the body is...

the liver through a process called oxidation.

The first impairment after consuming alcohol is.

judgment, decision making and reasoning.

BAC stands for...

Blood Alcohol Content

The implied consent law means...

by driving on a Michigan roadway you authorize consent to a chemical test should an officer deem it necessary.

Factors affecting BAC include:

gender, weight, strength of drink and time spent drinking.

You've just stopped at a stop sign and are turning right. You need to look...

left, right, left".

When preparing to stop look for the...

stop line or crosswalk/sidewalk