Hawaii DMV practice test 2

1. If your accelerator sticks open, causing the vehicle to continue accelerating, what is the recommended first step?

1. Slap the accelerator pedal hard with your foot.
2. Turn the ignition off completely before touching the pedal.
3. Apply the brakes firmly while keeping your foot on the accelerator.
4. Shift into neutral and coast to a stop.

2. When entering traffic from a driveway, where must you stop?

1. Before crossing the sidewalk area
2. After crossing the sidewalk area
3. In the middle of the driveway
4. Only if there is a stop sign visible

3. What is the required action when approaching a red traffic signal at an intersection?

1. Stop at the stop line, or before entering the crosswalk or intersection if no stop line exists.
2. Slow down and proceed if no pedestrians are visible in the crosswalk.
3. Stop only if there is cross traffic coming from the perpendicular direction.
4. Stop at the center of the intersection to ensure visibility for other drivers.

4. Why should a driver avoid resting their foot on the brake pedal while driving?

1. It causes the vehicle to accelerate too quickly
2. It activates the brake lamps, giving following drivers an improper signal
3. It prevents the engine from assisting in holding speed
4. It causes the vehicle to slide on wet surfaces

5. According to the handbook, when should a driver move back into the proper traffic lane after passing another vehicle?

1. When the vehicle ahead has completely cleared the intersection.
2. When you can see the overtaken vehicle in your interior rear-view mirror.
3. Immediately after signaling your intent to move left.
4. When the opposing traffic lane is completely empty of vehicles.

6. According to the handbook, how should a driver position the front wheels when parking on a hill?

1. Towards the curb
2. Away from the curb
3. Straight ahead
4. Alternating left and right

7. Under which specific condition is a driver permitted to cross a double solid yellow line?

1. To make a left turn into or from an alley, private road, or driveway.
2. To pass a slower-moving vehicle when the lane ahead is clear.
3. To avoid a pedestrian crossing the street in a marked crosswalk.
4. To merge into traffic when exiting a highway ramp.

8. In a roundabout, which direction do vehicles travel around the central island?

1. Clockwise
2. Counterclockwise
3. Either direction depending on traffic
4. Straight through without circling

9. What is the required minimum distance to signal before changing lanes?

1. 50 feet
2. 100 feet
3. 200 feet
4. Only when the lane change begins

10. What does the color Yellow indicate on traffic signs?

1. A warning of hazardous or dangerous conditions.
2. That an action is prohibited.
3. That you must stop completely.
4. That the lane is reserved for left turns only.

11. How should a driver navigate around obstruction markings painted in traffic lanes?

1. Pass to either side of white markings, but pass only to the right of yellow markings.
2. Always pass to the left of the markings to avoid the curb.
3. Pass to the right of both white and yellow markings to maintain right-hand traffic flow.
4. Ignore the markings and choose the side with the least traffic congestion.

12. What action must a driver take when encountering a STOP SIGN?

1. Slow down and proceed if the way is clear
2. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop and yield to approaching traffic
3. Stop only if there is other traffic present
4. Yield to pedestrians but not other vehicles

13. What is the maximum distance allowed between a vehicle's curbside wheels and the curb when parallel parked?

1. 12 inches
2. 18 inches
3. 2 feet
4. 30 inches

14. Why should a driver reduce their speed when driving at night?

1. To ensure they can stop within the distance they can see ahead.
2. To allow more time to check their rear-view mirrors.
3. To prevent the headlights from blinding oncoming drivers.
4. To match the speed of vehicles in the right lane.

15. When driving with an instruction permit, where must the supervising licensed driver sit in a vehicle other than a motorcycle?

1. In the right front seat
2. In the left front seat
3. In the back seat behind the driver
4. Anywhere in the vehicle as long as they are licensed

16. According to the handbook, what is the required action when a yellow light is shown?

1. You should avoid entering the intersection.
2. You must enter the intersection immediately before the red light.
3. You may proceed only if no pedestrians are crossing.
4. You must stop completely regardless of your distance from the line.

17. What action should you take if another vehicle is attempting to pass you but cannot complete the maneuver due to oncoming traffic?

1. Accelerate immediately to pull ahead of the passing vehicle.
2. Steer your vehicle as far to the right as safely possible, even onto the shoulder.
3. Stop your vehicle in the middle of the lane to let the other car pass.
4. Honk your horn to signal the other driver to speed up.

18. When should a driver make a right turn at an intersection facing a red traffic signal?

1. Immediately when the light turns green.
2. After bringing the vehicle to a complete stop.
3. Without stopping if the crosswalk is empty.
4. Only if there is no other traffic in the adjacent lane.

19. What is the correct procedure regarding the timing of signaling and slowing down before a turn?

1. Begin signaling before slowing your vehicle
2. Slow down first, then signal once stopped
3. Signal and slow down simultaneously
4. Do not signal if you are slowing down

20. How should a driver determine if they are maintaining a safe following interval?

1. Ensure the front bumper is aligned with the rear bumper of the car ahead.
2. Count 'one thousand one, one thousand two' and ensure you reach the marker before finishing the count.
3. Count 'one thousand one, one thousand two' and ensure you reach the marker after finishing the count.
4. Maintain a fixed distance of ten car lengths regardless of speed.