Illinois DMV practice test 3

1. What action is required when encountering a flashing yellow arrow?

1. Turn in the direction pointed after yielding the right of way to pedestrians and vehicles.
2. Stop completely and wait for a green arrow to appear.
3. Proceed immediately without yielding to any traffic.
4. Wait until the arrow stops flashing and becomes a steady green arrow.

2. How should a driver use hand and arm signals to indicate a right turn?

1. Extend the left arm straight out to the left
2. Extend the left arm straight up
3. Extend the left arm down
4. Wave the right hand rapidly

3. In an all-way stop scenario, which driver proceeds first?

1. The driver with the largest vehicle.
2. The driver who arrived at the intersection last.
3. The first driver to stop.
4. The driver on the left side of the intersection.

4. What is the rule regarding passing in construction zones in Illinois?

1. Passing is allowed if the lane is wide enough
2. Passing is allowed only during daylight hours
3. All construction zones are no passing zones
4. Passing is allowed if the construction vehicle is stationary

5. What is the recommended action if the fog becomes too dense while driving?

1. Continue driving at 5-10 mph.
2. Pull off the roadway and stop.
3. Increase speed to exit the fog bank quickly.
4. Turn on the hazard lights and continue driving.

6. When encountering an organized funeral procession, which action is prohibited for a motorist?

1. Driving between vehicles in the procession.
2. Turning on headlights and hazard lights.
3. Yielding the right of way to the procession.
4. Proceeding with caution after the procession passes.

7. When parking parallel on a street with two-way traffic, how close must your right-hand wheels be to the curb?

1. Within 12 inches
2. Within 24 inches
3. Within 6 inches
4. Touching the curb

8. When must a driver stop at a railroad crossing equipped with flashing light signals?

1. Only when the train is directly in front of the vehicle.
2. When lights begin to flash, until they stop flashing.
3. Only if the gate is lowered.
4. When the train horn sounds.

9. What action is required when approaching a MERGE sign with through traffic?

1. Come to a complete stop before entering the lane.
2. Increase or decrease speed to avoid a crash.
3. Yield to pedestrians only, ignoring vehicle traffic.
4. Maintain your current speed regardless of traffic conditions.

10. When passing a bicyclist on any road, including a bicyclist on the road shoulder or in a dedicated bicycle lane, what is the minimum distance you must keep between your vehicle and the bicyclist?

1. 1 foot
2. 2 feet
3. 3 feet
4. 5 feet

11. How does doubling your speed affect your vehicle's stopping distance?

1. It doubles the stopping distance.
2. It quadruples the stopping distance.
3. It has no effect on stopping distance.
4. It halves the stopping distance.

12. How should a driver open their vehicle door to safely check for bicyclists?

1. Using the right hand to force the upper body to turn and look behind
2. Using the left hand while looking in the side mirror only
3. Opening the door quickly without looking to minimize traffic delay
4. Using the right hand only if the bicyclist is already stopped

13. How far in advance does a school bus give a warning before stopping in rural areas?

1. 50 feet
2. 100 feet
3. 200 feet
4. 500 feet

14. What action is required when you see a diamond-shaped sign?

1. Slow down and use caution.
2. Make a complete stop at the stop line.
3. Let all traffic and pedestrians go before proceeding.
4. Stop until an authorized person signals it is safe.

15. According to the handbook, what is the primary purpose of signs that are colored yellow?

1. They are regulatory signs that must be obeyed.
2. They are used for warning signs to tell you of road conditions and dangers ahead.
3. They are guide signs that tell you where you are and the distance to destinations.
4. They are used for parks and recreation signs.

16. When returning to your lane after passing another vehicle on a two-lane highway, how far from an oncoming vehicle must you be?

1. Within 100 feet of the oncoming vehicle.
2. Exactly 50 feet from the oncoming vehicle.
3. Before getting within 200 feet of an oncoming vehicle.
4. As close as possible to maximize passing time.

17. What is the correct procedure if your vehicle stalls on railroad tracks?

1. Stay in the vehicle and wait for the train to pass
2. Get out immediately, call 911, and move away at a 45-degree angle in the direction of the train
3. Attempt to restart the engine while remaining seated
4. Move away from the tracks perpendicular to the train's path

18. What alcohol concentration level triggers a Zero Tolerance Violation suspension for a person under age 21?

1. Greater than 0.00, but less than 0.08
2. Exactly 0.08
3. Greater than 0.08
4. Exactly 0.00

19. When parking on a street with curbing and facing downhill, how should you position your front wheels?

1. Turn the front wheels toward the curb
2. Turn the front wheels away from the curb
3. Keep the wheels straight
4. Turn the wheels toward the center of the road

20. According to the handbook, when does the reduced speed limit apply in a posted school zone?

1. Only during the hours of 6:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. regardless of other conditions
2. Only when children are present, a hazard exists, or a light is flashing on school days
3. Whenever the sun is up, regardless of whether children are present
4. Only during morning rush hour between 6:30 a.m. and 8:00 a.m.