Tennessee DMV practice test 5

1. What is the penalty for driving while your license is revoked, canceled, or suspended?

1. A fine up to $50 and/or two months in jail
2. A fine up to $1,000 and/or six months in jail
3. A mandatory community service requirement
4. A fine up to $1,000 only, with no jail time

2. How are the class types on a Temporary Driver License (TDL) identified?

1. They are preceded by the letter 'T'
2. They are preceded by the letter 'X'
3. They are indicated by a specific color code
4. They are followed by the letter 'D'

3. What is the maximum fine for speed violations in Tennessee work zones where employees are present?

1. $100
2. $250
3. $500
4. $1,000

4. According to the handbook, what is the maximum distance your vehicle should be from the curb when completing a parallel parking maneuver?

1. 12 inches
2. 18 inches
3. 24 inches
4. 36 inches

5. Why is it recommended to be particularly alert for deer at dusk and dawn?

1. Because visibility is lowest during these times.
2. Because these animals venture out to feed then.
3. Because hunting season begins at sunrise.
4. Because deer are more active during mating season.

6. How many other passengers are generally allowed in the vehicle for a driver holding an Intermediate Restricted License?

1. None
2. One
3. Two
4. Three

7. Which of the following displays is permitted for installation in a vehicle under state law?

1. A television broadcast monitor
2. A video signal display for entertainment
3. A navigation or global positioning device
4. A screen displaying general video content

8. When entering or leaving a driveway, alley, or parking lot, who must you yield to?

1. Pedestrians walking on the sidewalk.
2. Other vehicles entering the driveway.
3. Blind pedestrians only.
4. Children playing in the street.

9. What is the primary reason interstate highways are considered safer and more efficient than other roads?

1. They have higher speed limits than rural roads.
2. They have controlled access with no stop signs or traffic lights.
3. They require drivers to yield right-of-way at every entrance.
4. They allow for frequent stops to check fuel levels.

10. How often should drivers have their eyes checked by an eye specialist?

1. Every year or two.
2. Only when vision problems are noticed.
3. Every five years.
4. Only if a restriction code is on the license.

11. What is the maximum frequency for a driver to attend a Defensive Driving Course to avoid license suspension?

1. Once every year
2. Once every two years
3. Once every three years
4. Once every five years

12. What is the recommended location for initial practice sessions to help a new driver concentrate on vehicle controls?

1. A large deserted parking lot
2. A busy downtown intersection
3. A residential neighborhood with stop signs
4. A highway on-ramp

13. When approaching a railroad crossing equipped with electric or mechanical signal devices, what is the required stopping distance relative to the nearest rail?

1. Within 50 feet, and no closer than 15 feet from the nearest rail.
2. Exactly 10 feet from the nearest rail.
3. Within 100 feet, regardless of proximity to the rail.
4. Only if the train is visible within 50 feet.

14. What is the legal requirement for occupants of a 15-passenger van in Tennessee?

1. Only the driver must wear a seatbelt.
2. All occupants must wear safety belts at all times.
3. Seatbelts are optional if the van is equipped with airbags.
4. Only children under age 12 must wear safety belts.

15. Which of the following vehicles is eligible to use a High Occupancy Vehicle (HOV) lane during designated hours?

1. A vehicle driven by a single person
2. A bus with two occupants
3. A vehicle driven by a single person passing others
4. An empty motorcycle

16. Which of the following best describes the safe practice of "covering the brake"?

1. Keeping your foot resting slightly pressed down on the brake pedal.
2. Hovering your foot over the brake or between the brake and gas pedals for quicker response.
3. Applying sudden, strong pressure to the brake pedal to stop quickly.
4. Using the parking brake instead of the foot brake in heavy traffic.

17. What action does the handbook recommend regarding lane usage on interstates with multiple lanes traveling in the same direction?

1. Keep your vehicle in the extreme left lane at all times
2. Leave the extreme left lane for faster traffic
3. Weave in and out of traffic to save time
4. Travel alongside other vehicles at the same speed

18. When parking on a downhill slope with a curb, how should a driver position the front wheels?

1. Turn the front wheels toward the curb (right).
2. Turn the front wheels away from the curb (left).
3. Keep the front wheels straight ahead.
4. Turn the front wheels toward the center of the roadway.

19. On a highway with more than one lane going each direction, when is it appropriate to drive in a lane other than the extreme right lane?

1. When you want to pass a slower moving car or make a left turn.
2. When you are driving slower than other traffic around you.
3. When you need to straddle lanes for better visibility.
4. When you are approaching a school zone.

20. According to Tennessee law, when is it required to use headlights?

1. Only when driving at night.
2. When rain, mist, snow, or other precipitation requires constant use of windshield wipers.
3. Only when visibility is reduced to less than 100 feet.
4. When approaching a railroad crossing marked with a white crossbuck.