Massachusetts DMV practice test 10

1. What is the correct procedure when approaching a four-way stop intersection?

1. Vehicles proceed in the order they stopped, with the first to stop going next
2. The vehicle with the highest number of passengers goes first
3. The vehicle on the left always has priority over the vehicle on the right
4. All vehicles must wait for a traffic signal to change

2. What should a driver do if they find the requested documents while the officer is away at their police car?

1. Hold the documents out the window and wait for the officer to return.
2. Walk to the police car to hand the documents directly.
3. Place the documents on the dashboard and honk.
4. Get out of the vehicle to show the documents clearly.

3. When approaching a slow-moving vehicle such as a farm vehicle or construction rig, how should you treat it?

1. Treat them similar to bicyclists and pedestrians.
2. Pass them immediately without slowing down.
3. Treat them like a standard passenger car.
4. Ignore the orange warning signs attached to the back.

4. What consequence does a bicyclist face if they refuse to provide their name to a police officer?

1. They can be arrested.
2. Their bicycle will be impounded.
3. They must pay a $5 public safety surcharge.
4. Their driving record will be suspended.

5. Under what specific condition is a left turn on a red light permitted?

1. When turning from a two-way street onto another two-way street
2. When turning from a one-way street onto another one-way street
3. When there are no pedestrians in the crosswalk
4. When the intersection is clear of all traffic

6. How long is the suspension period for a driver aged 18 or older who accumulates three speeding violations or responsible findings within any one-year period?

1. 30 days
2. 60 days
3. Four years
4. Until the out-of-state suspension is resolved

7. What action should be taken regarding the ignition of vehicles involved in a crash when no emergency personnel are present?

1. Leave the ignition on to keep the battery charged.
2. Turn off the ignition of all vehicles involved in the crash.
3. Start the engine to check if it runs smoothly.
4. Keep the headlights on to increase visibility.

8. When approaching a stationary emergency vehicle with flashing lights on a highway with at least four lanes, what is the required action according to the move-over law?

1. Stop immediately in the lane next to the emergency vehicle.
2. Maintain your current speed and pass the vehicle in the adjacent lane.
3. Yield the right-of-way by safely moving over to a lane that is not next to the lane the emergency vehicle is in.
4. Dim your high beams and continue driving without changing lanes.

9. What is the primary function of civil flaggers on low-speed, low-volume roadways?

1. To control traffic movement around the work area and support other road users.
2. To repair pavement markings and install new warning signs.
3. To direct drivers to call the 511 service for traffic updates.
4. To manage detour signs for full road closures.

10. What action must a driver take when approaching a stationary emergency vehicle with flashing lights?

1. Maintain current speed to avoid disrupting traffic flow.
2. Stop immediately in the lane of travel.
3. Be cautious and reduce speed to a reasonable and safe speed for road conditions.
4. Change lanes immediately without slowing down.

11. What is the correct procedure when the lights begin to flash at a railroad crossing?

1. Stop at least 15 feet before the light post or gate
2. Drive around the lowered gate if no train is visible
3. Speed up to cross before the gate lowers completely
4. Stop immediately on top of the stop line

12. How many times is a Junior Operator required to take the State Courts Against Road Rage (SCARR) course?

1. Every time they receive a violation
2. Only one time
3. Twice within the first year
4. Four times before age 18

13. Under what specific condition may a driver turn left on a red light in Massachusetts?

1. When turning left from a one-way street onto another one-way street.
2. When there are no pedestrians crossing the street.
3. When the intersection is empty of other vehicles.
4. When the driver is in a school zone.

14. According to the handbook, how far in advance must you signal a turn when driving on a regular road (not a highway)?

1. At least 100 feet before making the turn
2. At least 50 feet before making the turn
3. Immediately before applying the brakes
4. Only when entering the intersection

15. What is the recommended braking technique if your vehicle is equipped with antilock brakes?

1. Never pump the brakes
2. Pump the brakes rapidly
3. Rest your foot on the brake pedal
4. Use the emergency brake

16. What is the license suspension period for a driver under age 18 who fails a chemical test?

1. 30 days plus an additional one year
2. 30 days plus an additional 180 days
3. 180 days only
4. One year only

17. Where must registration stickers be placed on a license plate?

1. In the upper left corner
2. In the lower right corner
3. In the upper right corner
4. Anywhere on the plate

18. How long may a permanent resident of Massachusetts use an expired driver's license after honorable discharge from military service?

1. Up to 30 days
2. Up to 45 days
3. Up to 60 days
4. Up to 90 days

19. When using your horn, which of the following is a recommended use according to the handbook?

1. Show anger or complain about other drivers’ mistakes
2. Try to get a slower driver to move faster
3. Warn pedestrians or other drivers of possible trouble
4. Try to get other vehicles moving in a traffic jam

20. What is the specific restriction for drivers aged 18 or older regarding the use of earplugs while driving?

1. They may use one earplug for use with a cell phone
2. They may use two earplugs if the volume is low
3. They may use wireless headphones for navigation
4. They may use earplugs only when the vehicle is stopped