Mississippi DMV practice test 2

1. According to the handbook, what should you do with your wheels while waiting to turn at an intersection?

1. Keep the wheels straight until the turn has started.
2. Turn the wheels in the direction of the turn immediately.
3. Alternate turning the wheels left and right to check clearance.
4. Keep the wheels turned opposite to the direction of the turn.

2. When following a large vehicle at night, what action should you take regarding your headlights?

1. Keep your high beams on to see around the truck.
2. Dim your headlights.
3. Turn off your headlights completely.
4. Flash your headlights to alert the driver.

3. When multiple vehicles arrive at a four-way stop at the same time, which vehicle has the right of way?

1. The vehicle on the right.
2. The vehicle intending to turn left.
3. The vehicle with the highest number of passengers.
4. The vehicle that stopped first.

4. What is the maximum distance your tires should be from the curb when parallel parking?

1. Six inches.
2. Twelve inches.
3. Twenty inches.
4. Thirty inches.

5. According to the handbook, when is it permissible to pass another vehicle on the right?

1. When the vehicle ahead is making or is about to make a left turn.
2. When the vehicle ahead is stopped at a red light.
3. When the road is a two-lane highway with a solid yellow line.
4. When the vehicle ahead is traveling slower than the speed limit.

6. What does the WRONG WAY sign indicate to a driver?

1. You must stop completely before proceeding.
2. You are traveling in the opposite direction from other cars.
3. You may turn right after stopping.
4. You must yield to pedestrians.

7. According to the handbook, how many car lengths should you maintain from the vehicle ahead when driving at 70 mph on the interstate?

1. Five car lengths
2. Seven car lengths
3. Three car lengths
4. Ten car lengths

8. What is the required stopping distance from the outer rail of a railroad crossing when stopping is mandatory?

1. Within fifty to ten feet of the outer rail.
2. Exactly twenty feet from the outer rail.
3. Within five feet of the outer rail.
4. At least one hundred feet from the outer rail.

9. When approaching an intersection where traffic is blocked ahead, what is the required action?

1. Stop before reaching the crosswalk and wait for traffic to move.
2. Enter the intersection and wait in the middle for traffic to clear.
3. Slow down but continue through the intersection without stopping.
4. Stop after passing the crosswalk to allow cross traffic to flow.

10. How should a driver handle stopping after experiencing a flat tire or blowout?

1. Take your foot off the accelerator, then apply the brakes slowly and cautiously.
2. Apply the brakes suddenly to bring the vehicle to an immediate halt.
3. Use the clutch to stop the vehicle while maintaining current speed.
4. Accelerate slightly to stabilize the vehicle before braking hard.

11. How long is a Regular Learner’s Permit valid?

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

12. How should a driver use a penny to check tire tread depth?

1. Place Lincoln's head into the tread groove; if the head is covered, the tread is safe.
2. Place Lincoln's body into the tread groove; if the body is visible, the tread is safe.
3. Place the penny flat on the tire; if it stays flat, the tread is safe.
4. Insert the penny sideways; if it fits easily, the tread is safe.

13. According to the handbook, what shape is the STOP sign?

1. Square
2. Octagon
3. Triangle
4. Circle

14. When approaching a malfunctioning traffic light that displays flashing yellow lights, what action should you take?

1. Stop completely and wait for the light to change.
2. Slow down and exercise caution before crossing the intersection.
3. Proceed immediately without slowing down.
4. Yield only to pedestrians and ignore other vehicles.

15. What is the required stopping distance for a vehicle's foot brake when traveling at twenty miles per hour?

1. Twenty feet
2. Thirty feet
3. Fifty-five feet
4. One hundred feet

16. How should a driver pass a bicyclist when there is oncoming traffic?

1. Slow down behind the bicyclist and pass when the oncoming traffic has cleared
2. Share the lane with the bicyclist to fit both vehicles
3. Speed up to pass before the oncoming traffic arrives
4. Honk the horn to make the bicyclist move faster

17. What is the primary purpose of barriers such as drums, cones, and tubes in work zones?

1. To decorate the work zone area.
2. To keep traffic out of hazardous work zones.
3. To indicate the speed limit for the area.
4. To provide seating for construction workers.

18. What is the minimum age requirement to apply for a Regular Learner’s Permit?

1. Fifteen years old
2. Sixteen years old
3. Seventeen years old
4. Eighteen years old

19. How often should a driver take a break during long-distance driving?

1. Every 50 miles or 1 hour.
2. Every 100 miles or 2 hours.
3. Every 200 miles or 4 hours.
4. Only when the fuel tank is half empty.

20. What should a driver do regarding their hands when an officer approaches the vehicle during a traffic stop?

1. Keep your hands on the steering wheel or in a visible location so they are easily observable.
2. Reach for your driver's license immediately before the officer speaks.
3. Place your hands in your pockets to keep them warm.
4. Exit the vehicle immediately to greet the officer.