Massachusetts DMV practice test 1

1. Under the 'move-over law,' what action is required when approaching a stationary emergency vehicle displaying flashing lights on a highway with at least four lanes?

1. Stop completely before passing the vehicle
2. Maintain your current speed and pass on the left
3. Yield the right-of-way by safely moving over to a lane that is not next to the emergency vehicle
4. Honk your horn to alert the emergency vehicle operators

2. When crossing a broken yellow line to pass a vehicle, what is the minimum distance you must be able to see clearly in front of you?

1. At least 200 feet
2. At least 400 feet
3. At least 600 feet
4. As far as the next intersection

3. What is the correct procedure if you decide you do not want to complete a turn after starting it?

1. Stop in mid-turn and change direction
2. Reverse back into the original lane
3. Drive to the next intersection and work your way back
4. Wait for the next green light to complete the turn

4. When must a driver use their headlights and taillights according to the provided rules?

1. Only when driving through a tunnel
2. From one-half hour after sunset until one-half hour before sunrise
3. Only when the windshield wipers are not in use
4. Whenever the vehicle is moving faster than 30 mph

5. What is the correct procedure for a pedestrian who is already in the crosswalk when the countdown timer reaches zero?

1. They have the right-of-way and should finish crossing.
2. They must immediately step back onto the curb.
3. They must wait for the next WALK signal to continue.
4. They should run across the remaining distance as fast as possible.

6. When encountering green pavement at an intersection with a red light, what should a driver do?

1. Stop directly on the green pavement.
2. Ignore the green pavement and drive through.
3. Stop before the green pavement.
4. Wait for the bicycle to clear the green pavement before stopping.

7. Where must a driver stop in relation to a bicycle box at an intersection?

1. Inside the bicycle box if it is empty
2. Behind the bicycle box
3. In the crosswalk area
4. Beside the bicycle box

8. Under Massachusetts Implied Consent Law, what is a licensed driver required to do if a police officer believes they are operating under the influence?

1. Refuse the test to avoid automatic suspension.
2. Consent to a breathalyzer or blood test.
3. Only take a field sobriety test and refuse blood tests.
4. Wait until they feel sober before taking any test.

9. Under what condition can a driver receive a fine for not wearing a safety belt?

1. When stopped for a traffic violation
2. When driving on a highway
3. When carrying more than one passenger
4. When the weather is rainy

10. What is the general rule for driving over or parking on a channelizing island?

1. You may drive over it if traffic is heavy.
2. You may park on it if you are making a quick delivery.
3. You cannot drive over or park upon it, unless directed to do so by a police officer.
4. You must always yield to pedestrians before driving over it.

11. What is the maximum validity period for a learner's permit?

1. One year
2. Two years
3. Three years
4. Five years

12. When driving on a highway, what is the minimum distance you must signal before making a turn?

1. At least 100 feet before the turn
2. At least 500 feet before the turn
3. Immediately before applying the brakes
4. Only when entering an intersection

13. What is the minimum distance a driver must maintain behind an emergency vehicle that is responding to an alarm?

1. 100 feet
2. 200 feet
3. 300 feet
4. 500 feet

14. When a driver is turning right at an intersection with a bicycle lane, who must they yield to?

1. Only pedestrians on the sidewalk.
2. Pedestrians and bicyclists who are crossing.
3. Other vehicles in the adjacent lane.
4. No one, as the driver has the right-of-way.

15. In Massachusetts, how are numbered state highway routes identified on signs?

1. Blue, red, and white shields
2. Brown signs with white letters
3. White, rectangular signs with black letters and borders
4. Green signs with white text

16. What should a driver do if they need to yield to an emergency vehicle but are currently inside an intersection?

1. Stop immediately in the middle of the intersection.
2. Drive through the intersection and pull over as soon as it is safe.
3. Reverse out of the intersection to clear the path.
4. Wait in the intersection until the emergency vehicle passes.

17. When entering a paved thoroughfare from a private road or driveway, what must you do?

1. Stop and give the right-of-way to pedestrians, bicyclists, or vehicles on the road you are entering
2. Proceed immediately if the paved road appears empty
3. Yield only to pedestrians, ignoring bicyclists and vehicles
4. Stop only if there is a stop sign present

18. If the electronic turn signals on your vehicle are not working, what must you do?

1. Use the horn to alert other drivers.
2. Use the hand signals shown in the handbook.
3. Drive without signaling until the lights are fixed.
4. Use your hazard lights instead.

19. Where should a pedestrian walk if no sidewalk is available?

1. On the shoulder facing traffic.
2. In the center of the roadway facing oncoming traffic.
3. On the shoulder facing away from traffic.
4. On the sidewalk of the opposite side of the street.

20. When making a left turn, to whom must you yield the right-of-way?

1. Oncoming vehicles, vehicles already in the intersection, and pedestrians or bicyclists crossing your path
2. Only pedestrians who are already in the crosswalk
3. Only vehicles approaching from your right
4. Only bicyclists using the sidewalk