Massachusetts DMV practice test 7

1. What action should a driver take if they miss their exit while navigating a rotary?

1. Stop immediately in the center of the rotary
2. Back up to the exit
3. Go around again if safe to do so
4. Exit onto the sidewalk

2. When signaled by a police officer to pull over, which side of the road should you move your vehicle to?

1. The left side of the road.
2. The center of the road.
3. The right side of the road.
4. The shoulder on the opposite side of the highway.

3. When setting up safety equipment after parking, what color cloth should you tie to your antenna if it is snowing?

1. Blue
2. Green
3. Yellow
4. Red

4. According to the handbook, what is the minimum speed requirement on the Massachusetts Turnpike?

1. 20 mph
2. 40 mph
3. 50 mph
4. 55 mph

5. Which vehicle is permitted to drive between vehicles in a funeral procession?

1. An emergency vehicle with siren and flashing lights turned on
2. Any vehicle with a purple flashing light
3. A bus approaching the intersection
4. A motorcycle passing on the right

6. If you drive off the pavement onto the shoulder, how should you return to the road?

1. Accelerate quickly to merge back in.
2. Check for traffic behind you, then steer gently back onto the road.
3. Stop completely on the shoulder before moving.
4. Turn the steering wheel sharply to the left.

7. When stopping on a two-lane road carrying traffic in both directions, where must you place your warning triangles or LED flares?

1. Only behind the vehicle
2. Behind the vehicle and in front of the vehicle
3. Only in front of the vehicle
4. Inside the vehicle on the dashboard

8. When turning left at an intersection, who must a driver yield to if they are close enough to be an immediate hazard?

1. Pedestrians on the sidewalk only.
2. A vehicle approaching from the opposite direction, including a bicycle.
3. Any vehicle parked on the right side.
4. Traffic coming from the rear.

9. What is the required action when a traffic light turns green but pedestrians are already in the crosswalk?

1. Honk to alert them to move quickly
2. Wait until they have cleared the crosswalk
3. Proceed slowly around them
4. Wave them on to cross faster

10. How does increasing vehicle speed affect the likelihood of serious injury or death for pedestrians?

1. The percentage of seriously injured or killed pedestrians increases as speed increases.
2. The percentage of seriously injured or killed pedestrians decreases as speed increases.
3. The percentage remains constant regardless of speed.
4. The percentage only changes if the vehicle exceeds 60 mph.

11. If you hit and injure an animal, who must you notify according to the handbook?

1. Only the animal's owner
2. Only the local police department
3. The local police and, if possible, the animal’s owner
4. The nearest hospital emergency room

12. What is the minimum width of clear roadway that must be left for traffic when parking?

1. At least 12 feet.
2. Exactly 10 feet.
3. No less than 8 feet.
4. At least 15 feet.

13. Under what condition is a hat or head cover permitted during the facial image capture process?

1. If the applicant has a prescription for corrective lenses
2. If worn for medical or religious reasons and it does not hide facial features
3. If the hat is solid colored and matches the background
4. If the applicant is under the age of 18

14. What color flashing light may a vehicle owned by a funeral home display during a funeral procession?

1. Purple
2. Blue
3. Amber
4. White

15. If you are driving on a public way with a speed limit lower than 55 MPH as part of a funeral procession, what is the minimum speed requirement?

1. You must drive exactly at the posted speed limit.
2. You must not go more than 5 MPH slower than the speed limit.
3. You must drive at least 10 MPH slower than the speed limit.
4. There is no minimum speed requirement for lower speed limits.

16. What is the requirement for disposing of used motor oil and transmission fluid?

1. Throw it onto public or private land.
2. Return it to the place where you bought it.
3. Leave it in a traffic lane next to parked vehicles.
4. Dispose of it at any nearby fire hydrant.

17. What specific items does the handbook recommend keeping in your trunk for winter driving?

1. A blanket, flashlight, and small shovel.
2. A first aid kit, water bottles, and snacks.
3. A tire gauge, jumper cables, and a map.
4. A phone charger, umbrella, and gloves.

18. According to Massachusetts law, what is the requirement for using electronic devices while driving?

1. Drivers may hold their phone if they are stopped at a red light.
2. Teen drivers are permitted to use handheld devices if they are in hands-free mode.
3. Drivers must use devices in hands-free mode and are not permitted to hold or support any electronic device.
4. Only commercial vehicle operators are required to use hands-free mode.

19. What should you do if you are being passed by another vehicle?

1. Speed up to match the passing vehicle
2. Slow down and stay to the right
3. Move to the left lane to allow faster traffic
4. Maintain your speed and position exactly as you are

20. What is the stated effect of prescription sedatives and tranquilizers on a driver?

1. They make you drowsy.
2. They make you feel unaware of where you are.
3. They cause immediate fatigue after a short period of awareness.
4. They increase your reaction time significantly.