Kansas DMV practice test 3

1. How can a driver determine if their vehicle is equipped with ABS?

1. By checking if the ABS light illuminates and then dims when starting the vehicle.
2. By observing if the vehicle stops shorter on dry pavement than on wet pavement.
3. By checking if the steering wheel vibrates during normal driving.
4. By listening for a specific sound when applying the brakes.

2. When driving on wet roadways, how much should you reduce your speed below recommended speeds to allow for additional stopping distance?

1. About 5 mph
2. About 10 mph
3. Half your speed
4. No reduction is necessary

3. What is the recommended action when entering a curve to maintain traction?

1. Apply hard braking after entering the curve
2. Maintain the same speed as on straight roads
3. Reduce speed prior to entering the curve
4. Accelerate rapidly through the curve

4. What does an 'HOV 3' marking on a reserved lane indicate?

1. The lane is reserved for vehicles with exactly three wheels.
2. The lane is reserved for vehicles with at least three people.
3. The lane is reserved for vehicles with three or more passengers only during rush hour.
4. The lane is reserved for vehicles with three or more passengers only on weekends.

5. If your vehicle stalls while crossing railroad tracks, in which direction should occupants run to avoid injury from flying debris?

1. In the direction from which the train is approaching
2. In the same direction the train is traveling
3. Perpendicular to the tracks, away from the vehicle
4. Back towards the rear of the vehicle

6. Under what condition are you NOT required to stop for a school bus?

1. The bus is traveling towards you and the roadway is separated by a median or other physical barrier
2. The bus is stopped on the opposite side of a two-lane road without a median
3. You are approaching an intersection where the bus is stopped
4. The bus is stopped on your side of the road

7. When entering a parallel parking space, what is the correct procedure if there is traffic coming from behind?

1. Stop parallel to the vehicle you are going to park behind and allow following vehicles to pass before parking.
2. Immediately shift to reverse and back into the space while signaling your intent.
3. Wait in the middle of the lane until all traffic has passed before moving toward the curb.
4. Turn off your signal to avoid confusing drivers behind you while you wait.

8. What is the first step in performing a three-point turnabout?

1. Check the mirrors and activate your right turn signal.
2. Activate your left turn signal and turn hard left.
3. Place the vehicle in reverse and check blind spots.
4. Stop immediately in the center of the roadway.

9. According to the handbook, when is the reduced speed limit indicated by a 'School Speed Limit When Flashing' sign required?

1. Only when the lights on the sign are flashing.
2. At all times, regardless of whether the lights are flashing.
3. Only during morning and afternoon school dismissal hours.
4. When the sign is illuminated by streetlights at night.

10. When merging onto an expressway, what is the correct procedure regarding speed and lane lines?

1. Smoothly merge into the proper lane while increasing speed without stopping.
2. Come to a complete stop at the end of the ramp before merging.
3. Cross over solid painted lines to enter the lane quickly.
4. Maintain a constant low speed until fully inside the traffic lane.

11. When two vehicles enter an intersection from different roadways at approximately the same time, which driver must yield the right-of-way?

1. The driver on the left yields to the vehicle on the right.
2. The driver on the right yields to the vehicle on the left.
3. Both drivers must stop completely and wait for the other to proceed.
4. The driver with the larger vehicle has priority.

12. According to the handbook, what is the correct action if you miss a turn or exit while driving?

1. Stop immediately in the travel lane to assess your location.
2. Back up in the travel lane to reach the missed exit.
3. Continue driving until you reach a safe place to turn around.
4. Pull onto the shoulder and wait for traffic to clear before reversing.

13. If a driver cannot see at least 400 feet ahead while driving at 60 mph, what does the handbook suggest?

1. The driver is driving too fast for their visibility
2. The driver should increase speed to match the flow of traffic
3. The driver should switch to high-beam headlights immediately
4. The driver is driving safely as long as the pavement is dry

14. What is the required method for braking when stopping at a traffic sign or signal?

1. Brake harshly to ensure a quick stop
2. Brake smoothly using steady pressure
3. Pump the brakes repeatedly
4. Apply the emergency brake immediately

15. When is it appropriate to tap the brake pedal lightly to warn other drivers?

1. Every time you approach an intersection.
2. When stopping or reducing speed at a place where another driver may not expect it.
3. Only when the vehicle behind you is following too closely.
4. Before merging onto a highway from a ramp.

16. According to the handbook, what action must a driver take when a pedestrian is crossing a street guided by a dog or carrying a white cane?

1. Slow down and proceed with caution
2. Come to a complete stop
3. Yield only if the pedestrian is already in the crosswalk
4. Honk to alert the pedestrian before proceeding

17. When should a driver use their horn according to the provided guidelines?

1. Only in emergency situations
2. To encourage someone to drive faster
3. To get out of the way of slow traffic
4. When approaching a stop sign

18. When exiting a parallel parking space, when should you straighten your wheels and move fully into the lane?

1. As soon as you shift into drive.
2. When the door post of the vehicle clears the rear bumper of the vehicle parked ahead of you.
3. Immediately after checking traffic and signaling.
4. Before checking to make certain the front bumper will clear the vehicle ahead.

19. How far ahead should you look to avoid panic stops and see events well ahead of time?

1. At least five seconds ahead
2. At least ten seconds ahead
3. Only in your rearview mirror
4. Directly in front of your bumper

20. Which of the following is listed as a situation requiring a signal prior to reducing speed?

1. Turning off a roadway that does not have separate turning or exiting lanes.
2. Stopping at a green light with no other cars nearby.
3. Changing lanes on a multi-lane highway with clear visibility.
4. Parking in a designated parking lot.