Pennsylvania DMV practice test 7

1. 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.

2. When entering a center turn lane to make a left turn, how far in advance should you activate your left turn signal?

1. Immediately before entering the lane
2. At least three to four seconds before entering the lane
3. Exactly one second before entering the lane
4. Only after the vehicle ahead has stopped

3. Why should you avoid turning the ignition to "LOCK" when trying to stop a vehicle with a stuck accelerator?

1. It drains the battery too quickly
2. You will lose steering ability
3. It causes the engine to overheat
4. It disables the emergency flashers

4. In which direction are the stripes angled on markers indicating objects adjacent to the roadway?

1. Upward toward the sky
2. Down in the direction you need to move to avoid the hazard
3. Horizontally across the lane
4. Vertically along the edge of the road

5. What is the correct procedure when approaching a railroad crossing with multiple tracks?

1. Start crossing immediately after the first train passes.
2. Wait until you have a clear view down both tracks before starting across.
3. Blindly follow the vehicle ahead of you across the tracks.
4. Stop only if the signals are flashing.

6. When pulling over for a police officer, what should you do with your vehicle doors?

1. Keep them closed and stay inside unless asked to exit
2. Open them immediately to show your hands
3. Exit the vehicle to approach the officer
4. Leave them open to allow fresh air

7. According to the Pennsylvania Driver Handbook, how long is a junior learner's permit valid from the issue date?

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

8. When must a driver surrender their license or acknowledgment form after receiving a notice of sanction?

1. Immediately upon receiving the notice
2. By the effective date listed on the notice
3. Within 30 days of the mailing date
4. Only after completing a hearing

9. Why are pilot vehicles required to accompany oversized loads?

1. To lead the oversized vehicle to the nearest exit
2. To help warn motorists of oversized loads and slow-moving vehicles
3. To inspect the cargo for security purposes
4. To manage traffic flow at construction sites

10. What should a driver do with their hands when stopped by a police officer?

1. Hold the steering wheel tightly
2. Place hands on the steering wheel
3. Rest hands on the dashboard
4. Keep hands in pockets

11. What is the correct procedure if you are being tailgated and there is no right lane available?

1. Wait until the road ahead is clear, then tap your brakes gently to slowly reduce your speed.
2. Accelerate quickly to create more space between your vehicle and the tailgater.
3. Stop immediately to force the tailgater to stop as well.
4. Change lanes to the left without checking your blind spot.

12. What is the deadline for filing an appeal against a driving sanction in the Court of Common Pleas?

1. Within 15 days of the hearing
2. Within 30 days of the mailing date of the notice
3. Within 60 days of the suspension start date
4. Within 90 days of the violation

13. Which group of drivers is involved in almost half of the 100,000 vehicle crashes linked to drowsy driving each year?

1. Drivers between ages 15 and 24
2. Drivers over age 65
3. Commercial truck drivers
4. Drivers who use hands-free devices

14. What action should a driver take if a vehicle approaching from the opposite direction has a wide vehicle or is taking up part of their lane at a narrow bridge?

1. Wait until the other vehicle clears the area
2. Honk the horn to signal the other driver to move over immediately
3. Drive onto the shoulder to bypass the other vehicle
4. Accelerate to pass the other vehicle before they reach the narrow section

15. 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

16. According to the Headlight/Windshield Wiper Law, what specific lighting requirement applies when windshield wipers are in continuous or intermittent use due to weather conditions?

1. Daytime running lights are sufficient if the weather is bright.
2. Headlights must be turned on, and tail lights must be illuminated.
3. Only fog lights are required to reduce glare for other drivers.
4. Headlights are optional if the driver slows down significantly.

17. Why is it recommended that children ages 12 and under ride in the rear seat?

1. To move them farther away from the point of impact in frontal collisions
2. To allow them to see the road better than adults
3. To prevent them from distracting the driver
4. To ensure they are closer to the air bag compartment

18. Who is responsible for ensuring that children under age 18 are buckled up?

1. The parent or guardian of the child
2. The driver of the vehicle
3. The child themselves
4. The passenger sitting next to the child

19. According to the index, which page number is associated with the topic 'Intersections: Approaching Intersections'?

1. 48
2. 50
3. 49
4. 45

20. What is the purpose of solid white lines on the right side of the road?

1. They mark the right edge of the road.
2. They indicate where passing is allowed.
3. They show the center of a two-way road.
4. They designate a lane for left turns only.