Minnesota DMV practice test 3

1. Under what condition is a driver permitted to make a U-turn on a roadway with two or more lanes in the same direction?

1. Only when the shoulder is empty of pedestrians.
2. When necessary, by turning into the farthest lane and temporarily using the shoulder.
3. Only when there is a dedicated U-turn lane present.
4. When the traffic light is green and no other cars are approaching.

2. What does a solid white line generally indicate regarding lane changes?

1. You can change lanes where this marking is present.
2. You should not change lanes.
3. The lane is ending.
4. You may pass other vehicles.

3. When entering a roundabout, which of the following actions is required?

1. Yield to vehicles already in the roundabout.
2. Stop completely before entering, regardless of traffic.
3. Change lanes within the roundabout to reach your exit.
4. Drive clockwise around the central island.

4. When are transit buses and Metro Mobility buses permitted to use the shoulder of a freeway or expressway?

1. When main-line traffic speeds are less than 35 miles per hour.
2. When the driver needs to pass slower vehicles in the right lane.
3. When the bus is approaching an exit ramp to avoid congestion.
4. When the driver wishes to yield to merging traffic more easily.

5. What should a driver do when approaching a vehicle that has stopped for a pedestrian?

1. Pass the stopped vehicle immediately to avoid delay.
2. Honk to encourage the pedestrian to cross faster.
3. Look for pedestrians in the crosswalk and be prepared to stop.
4. Change lanes without checking for pedestrians.

6. If your wheels drift onto the shoulder of the road, how should you return to the pavement?

1. Stay on the shoulder, slowly release the gas pedal, reduce speed, then turn back onto the pavement.
2. Immediately swerve back onto the pavement to regain lane position.
3. Apply the brakes hard while steering sharply to the left.
4. Accelerate quickly to merge into the flow of traffic.

7. When a school bus has stopped to load passengers and uses its left turn signal to indicate intent to move into the right-hand lane, what must you do?

1. Stop completely and wait until the bus doors close.
2. Yield to the school bus trying to enter the lane.
3. Pass the bus quickly before it merges.
4. Honk your horn to alert the bus driver.

8. What is the rule regarding cell phone usage for a driver under 18 years old?

1. Hands-free devices are permitted
2. Handheld devices are permitted if stopped
3. Cell phone use is prohibited even with hands-free devices
4. Cell phone use is only prohibited on highways

9. What action should a driver take if blinded by glare from oncoming headlights while driving at night?

1. Turn off your headlights to reduce reflection.
2. Use the white line along the edge of the road as a reference.
3. Accelerate quickly to pass the oncoming vehicle.
4. Look directly into the headlights to adjust your eyes.

10. How does alcohol specifically affect a driver's vision according to the handbook?

1. It increases peripheral vision range.
2. It reduces the range of eye movement and decreases peripheral vision.
3. It sharpens focus on distant objects.
4. It eliminates blurred vision at high concentration levels.

11. When returning to the right lane after passing another vehicle, what specific visual confirmation does the handbook require before you merge?

1. You must see the front bumper of the passed vehicle in your side mirror.
2. You must see the entire vehicle you have just passed in your rearview mirror.
3. You must ensure there are no other cars in the left lane.
4. You must wait until the passed vehicle has moved at least 50 feet ahead.

12. According to the handbook, what is the correct procedure when your vehicle experiences a tire blowout?

1. Hold the steering wheel tightly, steer straight ahead, and slowly ease off the accelerator.
2. Immediately apply the brakes to stop the vehicle as quickly as possible.
3. Shift gears rapidly to stabilize the vehicle's speed.
4. Steer sharply to the left to counteract the pull of the tire.

13. If a driver is under 18 years old, what is the minimum age requirement for the supervising driver?

1. The supervising driver must be at least 18 years old
2. The supervising driver must be at least 21 years old
3. The supervising driver must be a licensed parent
4. There is no minimum age requirement

14. Which of the following is listed as an acceptable form of identification during a traffic stop?

1. A student ID card.
2. A military ID.
3. A library card.
4. A work badge.

15. What is the maximum speed limit for a bus driver traveling on the shoulder of a freeway?

1. 35 miles per hour.
2. 45 miles per hour.
3. 55 miles per hour.
4. The posted speed limit of the freeway.

16. What is the primary benefit of using the Zipper Merge in heavy traffic?

1. It eliminates the need for lane change signals
2. It reduces the overall length of traffic backups by up to 40 percent
3. It allows drivers to merge early to avoid congestion
4. It increases the speed limit in work zones

17. How should a driver operate the brake pedal if their vehicle is equipped with an anti-lock braking system (ABS)?

1. Pump the brakes rapidly like regular brakes.
2. Press down on the brake pedal and continue to steer.
3. Release the brake pedal completely to allow the wheels to roll.
4. Use the handbrake instead of the foot pedal.

18. Under what condition is it illegal to drive in a bicycle lane?

1. When preparing to turn
2. When entering or leaving the road
3. When parking is permitted
4. When driving straight through the lane without turning or parking

19. If a traffic signal is not functioning, how should a driver treat the intersection?

1. Like an uncontrolled intersection.
2. Like a controlled intersection with a green light.
3. Like a pedestrian-only zone.
4. Like a one-way street.

20. According to the handbook, how far in advance must you activate your signal before making a turn?

1. At least 100 feet before turning
2. Immediately before entering the intersection
3. Only when the traffic light turns yellow
4. When you are within 50 feet of the turn