Nevada DMV practice test 3

1. Under what condition is it permissible to make a U-turn on a divided highway?

1. Only if an opening is provided in the center divider.
2. When traffic is light and visibility is clear.
3. When approaching a green traffic signal.
4. When there is no 'No U-turn' sign posted.

2. When making a left turn, when should you begin the turn?

1. Immediately upon entering the intersection.
2. After reaching the center of the intersection.
3. Before entering the intersection to allow for off-tracking.
4. Only after the traffic light turns green.

3. Where should pedestrians walk if there is no sidewalk available?

1. On the side of the road facing the traffic.
2. In the middle of the lane to be more visible.
3. On the side of the road facing away from traffic.
4. On the shoulder of the highway.

4. According to the handbook, what is the specific purpose of a yellow traffic light?

1. To allow vehicles already in the intersection to proceed safely.
2. To indicate that pedestrians must stop crossing immediately.
3. To signal that the light will remain green for a longer duration.
4. To require all vehicles to stop before the crosswalk.

5. According to the handbook, how should a driver utilize sideview cameras?

1. In conjunction with traditional mirrors and head checks
2. Instead of traditional mirrors to reduce distraction
3. Only when the vehicle is completely stopped
4. As a replacement for checking blind spots manually

6. What is the minimum age requirement to obtain a Nevada instruction permit?

1. 15½ years old
2. 16 years old
3. 17 years old
4. 18 years old

7. What should a bicyclist do if they are unsure about navigating a roundabout?

1. Stop in the middle of the roundabout to wait for a gap
2. Dismount and walk the bike in the designated crosswalks
3. Ride against the flow of traffic to see cars coming
4. Ignore hand signals and merge quickly

8. When should a driver begin to slow down when exiting a freeway?

1. Slow down gradually while still in the main travel lane.
2. Wait until entering the deceleration lane, then slow down gradually.
3. Slow down only after reaching the posted exit ramp speed.
4. Stop completely before entering the deceleration lane.

9. What is the minimum recommended following distance in seconds when driving 40 mph or less?

1. One second
2. Two seconds
3. Four seconds
4. Twelve seconds

10. What does a continuous tone from parking sensors indicate?

1. The vehicle is too close to an object
2. The parking space is empty and ready for use
3. The sensor system requires maintenance
4. The vehicle is moving at a safe speed

11. Under Nevada's open container law, in which area is it illegal to have opened alcoholic beverages while the vehicle is being driven?

1. The driver or passenger areas
2. The living quarters of motor homes
3. The passenger areas of commercial buses
4. The living quarters of house trailers

12. How long do convictions related to DUI (Driving Under the Influence) remain on a Nevada driving record?

1. Three years
2. Five years
3. Seven years
4. Ten years

13. According to the handbook, what is the maximum distance a driver may travel in a center turn lane before making a left-hand turn?

1. 50 feet
2. 100 feet
3. 200 feet
4. No limit

14. What action does the Automatic Emergency Braking System take if the driver fails to respond to slow or stopped traffic ahead?

1. It sounds a warning horn but does not apply the brakes.
2. It gently steers the vehicle into the adjacent lane.
3. It urgently applies the brakes.
4. It disables the cruise control system.

15. How does the Left Turn Crash Avoidance system respond if the gap in traffic is too small to permit a safe turn?

1. It allows the turn but applies the brakes halfway through.
2. It prevents the vehicle from moving forward.
3. It instructs the driver to yield to oncoming traffic.
4. It accelerates the vehicle to clear the intersection quickly.

16. Why does the handbook recommend backing toward the driver's side rather than the right side?

1. Backing toward the right side is very dangerous because you can’t see as well.
2. Backing toward the right side causes the trailer to swing wider than necessary.
3. Backing toward the driver's side allows for faster acceleration.
4. Backing toward the right side requires more overhead clearance.

17. When backing a trailer, how should you correct the trailer if it begins to drift to one side?

1. Turn the steering wheel in the opposite direction of the drift.
2. Turn the top of the steering wheel in the direction of the drift.
3. Stop the vehicle completely before adjusting the wheel.
4. Use the passenger-side mirror to guide the correction.

18. According to the handbook, how should a driver approach an intersection?

1. Look left, right, and left again just before entering.
2. Look only to the left before entering.
3. Look right, left, and right again just before entering.
4. Look straight ahead and ignore side traffic.

19. What action must a driver take when approaching a stopped emergency vehicle on the shoulder?

1. Decrease speed to less than the posted limit.
2. Maintain the posted speed limit.
3. Stop completely before passing.
4. Honk to alert the driver.

20. Between what speeds do most cars begin to lose traction and hydroplane in heavy rainfall?

1. Between 15 and 25 mph
2. Between 35 and 55 mph
3. Above 60 mph
4. Below 30 mph