Pennsylvania DMV practice test 2

1. When driving on wet roads, how should you adjust your following distance?

1. Decrease following distance to 2 seconds
2. Not be concerned about following distance
3. Maintain the 4-second following distance rule
4. Increase following distance to 5 or 6 seconds

2. What action should a driver take when encountering a flashing yellow light?

1. Stop completely and wait for a green light.
2. Slow down and proceed with care.
3. Continue through only if no other cars are visible.
4. Stop and proceed when the way is clear.

3. How far from a crosswalk at an intersection are you prohibited from parking?

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

4. According to the handbook, how far before turning must you signal if you are driving less than 35 mph?

1. At least 100 feet
2. At least 300 feet
3. Exactly 50 feet
4. Immediately before the turn

5. What is the recommended procedure if you miss your exit on a highway?

1. Take the next exit.
2. Stop immediately and back up to the exit.
3. Swerve across lanes to reach the exit.
4. Cross over the median to turn around.

6. How many seconds before your turn should you signal according to the section on completing a turn safely?

1. Three (3) to four (4) seconds
2. One (1) second
3. Ten (10) seconds
4. Twenty (20) seconds

7. When entering a circular intersection (roundabout), who has the right-of-way?

1. Drivers already in the circle.
2. Drivers entering the circle from the stop line.
3. Pedestrians crossing the entrance lane.
4. The first vehicle to arrive at the entrance regardless of position.

8. If a driver cannot move over for an emergency response area due to traffic conditions, what speed requirement must they follow?

1. Reduce speed to at least 20 miles per hour below the posted limit
2. Maintain the posted speed limit exactly
3. Increase speed to pass the area quickly
4. Stop completely until the area is clear

9. According to Pennsylvania law, what is the minimum distance a driver must stop behind a school bus that has its red lights flashing and stop arm extended?

1. At least 10 feet away
2. Exactly 5 feet away
3. Within 2 feet of the bumper
4. At least 20 feet away

10. According to the handbook, what is the maximum legal speed indicated by a SPEED LIMIT sign?

1. The maximum legal speed under ideal conditions.
2. The minimum safe speed required for all weather conditions.
3. The average speed of traffic during rush hour.
4. The speed limit enforced only on weekends.

11. When approaching an intersection, why should a driver look to the left first according to the 'left-right-left' rule?

1. Because vehicles coming from the left are closer to you.
2. Because traffic from the right always has the right of way.
3. Because the left side has fewer obstructions like buildings.
4. Because it is the standard order for checking mirrors.

12. What does the 'KEEP RIGHT' sign direct drivers to do?

1. Keep to the right of the traffic island or divider.
2. Keep to the left of the traffic island or divider.
3. Stop before the traffic island.
4. Make a U-turn at the traffic island.

13. What is the primary function of the WRONG WAY sign?

1. To indicate that traffic is allowed to move only in the direction the sign is pointing.
2. To catch your attention if you accidentally turn onto a one-way street or ramp.
3. To require drivers to stop completely before entering the roadway.
4. To inform drivers that the road ahead is divided into separate lanes.

14. When is it considered safe to stop halfway across a street while crossing traffic?

1. Only when there is a center median large enough to hold your entire vehicle
2. Whenever the light turns yellow
3. Only if there are no pedestrians nearby
4. Never, you must always cross in one motion

15. What is the purpose of escape or runaway ramps on long downgrades?

1. To allow passenger vehicles to pull over for rest.
2. To provide a place for oversized loads to change lanes.
3. To be used only by large vehicles that are out of control or cannot stop.
4. To serve as a waiting area for buses before entering a station.

16. What is the correct action when a motorcycle's turn signal is flashing?

1. Assume the motorcycle is turning and pull out in front of it.
2. Wait until you see the motorcycle actually turning before pulling out.
3. Sound your horn to confirm the motorcycle's intention.
4. Stop immediately to let the motorcycle pass.

17. What is the minimum clear roadway distance required to safely pass a slower vehicle on a two-lane road at 45 mph?

1. 1/8 mile
2. 1/4 mile
3. 1/2 mile
4. 1 mile

18. What is the minimum distance other drivers should be from you when choosing a place to make a U-turn?

1. At least 500 feet away
2. At least 100 feet away
3. Exactly 25 feet away
4. Distance does not matter if you signal

19. If two vehicles arrive at a four-way stop intersection at the same time, which driver must yield?

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 and wait for the other to go first.
4. The driver with the larger vehicle proceeds first.

20. What is the required speed limit when yellow lights are flashing on a school zone speed sign?

1. 15 miles per hour
2. 20 miles per hour
3. 25 miles per hour
4. 35 miles per hour