Michigan DMV practice test 1

1. What should a driver do if visibility at an intersection is blocked by trees, buildings, or snow?

1. Stop completely and wait for the obstruction to move
2. Honk the horn to alert other drivers
3. Edge forward slowly until you can see past the obstruction
4. Change lanes immediately to find a better view

2. What is the minimum distance a driver must stop from a school bus when its red overhead lights are flashing?

1. 10 feet
2. 20 feet
3. 30 feet
4. 50 feet

3. When navigating a roundabout, how should a driver handle an emergency vehicle approaching from behind?

1. Stop immediately in the current lane to allow the vehicle to pass.
2. Leave the roundabout at the nearest exit, pull over to the right, and stop.
3. Change lanes to the left to create space for the emergency vehicle.
4. Accelerate quickly to clear the intersection before the vehicle arrives.

4. If a traffic signal is not working and there are no officers present, how should drivers determine who proceeds first if they arrive at the intersection simultaneously?

1. The driver on the left yields to the driver on the right.
2. The driver on the right yields to the driver on the left.
3. Both drivers must stop completely and wait for a police officer.
4. The larger vehicle has the right of way regardless of position.

5. In which situation is passing on the right allowed?

1. On a one-way street with more than one lane
2. When the vehicle ahead is turning right
3. On a two-lane highway with no other traffic
4. When the shoulder is wide enough for a car

6. According to the Michigan Vehicle Code, how long do points remain on a driver's record after a conviction?

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

7. Under what condition is it NOT necessary to stop for a school bus stopped on the other side of the highway?

1. When the bus is loading students.
2. When the highway is divided by a barrier such as a concrete median, grass median, island, or other structures.
3. When the bus has its amber lights flashing.
4. When there are no other cars behind the bus.

8. When is a driver permitted to pass a bicyclist in a designated no-passing zone?

1. Only if the bicyclist is stopped
2. As long as it is safe to do so
3. Never, regardless of conditions
4. Only if the bicyclist signals first

9. What is the recommended maximum speed when exiting a highway?

1. Should not exceed 25 mph
2. Should not exceed 35 mph
3. Should not exceed 45 mph
4. Should not exceed 55 mph

10. At a four-way stop intersection where two vehicles arrive at the exact same time, which vehicle has the right of way?

1. The vehicle on the left.
2. The vehicle on the right.
3. The larger vehicle.
4. The vehicle that signaled first.

11. How should a driver handle crossing railroad tracks when there is snow on the road?

1. Stop completely before the tracks to check for ice.
2. Proceed over tracks with enough speed to prevent becoming stuck.
3. Change gears while crossing to maintain traction.
4. Wait for the snow to melt before crossing.

12. According to the handbook, why are roads most slippery during the first half hour of rain?

1. Because oil dropped from passing vehicles has not been washed away.
2. Because the water temperature is too low to provide traction.
3. Because the tires are still cold and have not warmed up.
4. Because the road surface is still drying from the previous dry spell.

13. What does the 'Bridge Ices Before Road' sign caution drivers about?

1. That a bridge can be icy, even if roads are clear.
2. That the bridge weight limit is lower than the road weight limit.
3. That the bridge surface is uneven compared to the surrounding road.
4. That the bridge is closed for maintenance during winter months.

14. What should a driver do before turning right at an intersection regarding bicyclists?

1. Look for bicyclists riding from behind on the shoulder or bike lane and yield if appropriate
2. Immediately turn right without checking mirrors
3. Wait for the bicyclist to enter the intersection first regardless of position
4. Honk to alert the bicyclist to move out of the way

15. What action should drivers take when encountering a yellow pennant sign on the left side of the roadway?

1. Increase speed to pass quickly
2. Refrain from passing
3. Stop immediately
4. Yield to oncoming traffic

16. Under Michigan's general cell phone law, which of the following actions is permitted for a driver using a mobile device?

1. Entering information by hand into a GPS navigation system.
2. Pressing a single button to activate or deactivate a function of the device.
3. Reading a text message while the vehicle is moving.
4. Holding a tablet to look up a phone number.

17. What is the purpose of solid white lines known as fog lines?

1. To indicate where parking is allowed
2. To help drivers stay on the road at night or in bad weather
3. To separate opposing traffic lanes
4. To mark the center of the intersection

18. When holding a GDL Level 1 Learner's License, which individuals are permitted to sit in the front seat next to the student driver?

1. Any licensed driver regardless of age
2. A licensed parent, guardian, or designated licensed adult age 21 or older
3. Only the parent or guardian, regardless of age
4. Any passenger who has held a license for at least one year

19. What is the maximum speed for vehicles displaying the orange triangle of a Slow-Moving Vehicle?

1. They do not move faster than 25 mph.
2. They must travel at exactly 35 mph.
3. They are limited to 50 mph.
4. They must match the speed of surrounding traffic.

20. What is the recommended action if you miss your intended exit on a freeway?

1. Back up to the exit
2. Use the median crossover lane to turn around
3. Drive to the next exit
4. Stop immediately on the shoulder