Minnesota DMV practice test 1

1. Under what condition can you increase your speed by 10 mph on a two-lane highway with a speed limit of 55 mph or higher?

1. When the road is empty and visibility is clear.
2. When lawfully passing another vehicle.
3. When approaching a school zone.
4. When driving in a construction zone.

2. Why are drivers advised to be especially alert for deer from dusk to dawn?

1. Deer are most active during these times.
2. Deer only cross roads in urban areas at night.
3. Headlights are less effective during daylight hours.
4. Deer are blind during the daytime.

3. What is the minimum fine for a misdemeanor conviction for failing to stop for a school bus with flashing red lights?

1. At least $500.
2. $275.
3. $100.
4. No fine is required.

4. What should you do if your brake pedal suddenly sinks all the way to the floor?

1. Try pumping the pedal to build pressure.
2. Immediately shift into a higher gear to increase speed.
3. Apply the emergency brake abruptly to stop the car instantly.
4. Ignore the pedal and rely solely on the transmission to slow down.

5. Under what condition are you NOT required to stop for an emergency vehicle approaching on a two-way road?

1. If the emergency vehicle is separated from your lane by a physical barrier like a median strip.
2. If the emergency vehicle is traveling in the opposite direction.
3. If you are already inside an intersection.
4. If the emergency vehicle does not have a siren sounding.

6. What action is required when an emergency vehicle with flashing lights and a siren approaches your vehicle on a two-way road?

1. Stop immediately in your current lane regardless of position.
2. Pull to the right and stop.
3. Pull to the left shoulder to allow faster passage.
4. Continue driving at normal speed until the vehicle passes.

7. When checking tire tread using the penny test, what indicates that the tires are legal and safe?

1. The entire head of Lincoln is visible above the tread.
2. Lincoln's head is completely covered by the tread.
3. The penny does not fit into the tread groove.
4. Only Lincoln's eyes are visible above the tread.

8. In a multi-lane roundabout, if two large vehicles approach and drive through at the same time, who must yield?

1. The driver on the right must yield to the vehicle on the left.
2. The driver on the left must yield to the vehicle on the right.
3. Both drivers must stop and wait for the other to proceed.
4. The smaller vehicle must yield to the larger vehicle.

9. What consequence results from refusing to submit to a blood, breath, or urine test when required by law?

1. A warning citation
2. Revocation of driving privileges for one to six years
3. Immediate dismissal of charges
4. A mandatory one-hour community service requirement

10. How should a bicyclist signal a right turn using their left arm?

1. Hold the left arm straight out
2. Hold the left arm out and bend it upward
3. Hold the left arm out and bend it toward the ground
4. Wave the left arm back and forth

11. If a driver misses their desired exit on a freeway, what is the correct procedure?

1. Back up to the exit.
2. Make a U-turn to return to the exit.
3. Proceed to the next exit.
4. Stop immediately on the shoulder.

12. When approaching a highway-rail grade crossing, what is the purpose of the blue Emergency Notification System (ENS) sign?

1. To provide a telephone number to report problems or emergencies at the railroad location
2. To indicate the exact speed limit for the crossing
3. To show the distance to the next railroad crossing
4. To display the schedule for upcoming trains

13. Under what specific conditions may a holder of a Restricted Farm Work Driver’s License drive alone?

1. During daylight hours within 40 miles of the farmhouse.
2. During nighttime hours within 50 miles of the farmhouse.
3. During daylight hours within 100 miles of the farmhouse.
4. During any hours within 40 miles of the farmhouse.

14. When a ramp meter is active on a freeway entrance, how many vehicles may proceed when the light turns green?

1. Only one car may proceed.
2. All waiting cars may proceed simultaneously.
3. Cars may proceed only if the light is flashing.
4. Cars must wait for the next cycle regardless of the light color.

15. When approaching an emergency vehicle stopped on the shoulder of the road with flashing lights, what is the required action if it is safe to do so?

1. Move a lane away from the emergency vehicle.
2. Stop immediately in your current lane.
3. Accelerate to pass the vehicle quickly.
4. Honk your horn to alert other drivers.

16. What is the correct procedure when merging onto a freeway from an entry ramp?

1. Stop on the acceleration lane to wait for a large gap in traffic.
2. Adjust your speed to match the vehicles already on the freeway and yield to traffic.
3. Force your way into the nearest lane to ensure you do not miss your exit.
4. Ignore the acceleration lane and merge directly from the stop line.

17. In which direction must a bicycle rider travel on the road?

1. Against the flow of traffic to see oncoming cars
2. In the same direction as the flow of traffic
3. In whichever direction is faster
4. Only in the center of the lane regardless of direction

18. When can the farm work restriction be removed from a Restricted Farm Work Driver’s License?

1. Immediately after passing the road test.
2. After holding the license for six months and reaching 16 years of age.
3. After holding the license for one year regardless of age.
4. Upon turning 18 years of age.

19. If a driver loses their privileges due to a violation while holding a provisional license, how long must they hold an instruction permit before applying for a full license at age 18?

1. Three months.
2. Six months.
3. One year.
4. Two years.

20. What is the minimum duration for which driving privileges are revoked if a driver exceeds 100 mph?

1. At least six months
2. Exactly three months
3. One year
4. Two weeks