100 DMV Questions of Miscellaneous
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1. When you are NOT sure it is safe to reverse your vehicle you should
A. Use your horn
B. Rev your engine
C. Get out and check
D. Reverse slowly
2. What is the meaning of this sign?
A. Side winds Quayside or river bankB. Falling or fallen rocksC. Cliff face ahead
3. You will use more fuel if your tyres are
A. Under-inflated
B. Of different makes
C. Over-inflated
D. New and hardly used
4. When driving in snow it is best to keep in as high a gear as possible. Why is this?
A. To help you slow down quickly when you brake
B. To help prevent wheelspin
C. So that wheelspin does not cause your engine to run too fast
D. To leave a lower gear available in case of wheelspin
5. How should you correct a rear wheel skid?
A. Steer into it
B. Steer away from it
C. Brake hard and not steer at all
D. Remove your hand's from the steering wheel and let the vehicle steer itself
6. You are driving down a long steep hill. You suddenly notice that your brakes are not working as well as normal. What is the usual cause of this?
A. The brakes overheating
B. Air in the brake fluid
C. Oil on the brakes
D. Badly adjusted
7. Anti-lock brakes prevent wheels from locking. This means the tyres are less likely to
A. Aquaplane
B. Skid
C. Puncture
D. Wear
8. The main purpose of a box junction is
A. To slow traffic down
B. To prevent junctions becoming blocked by queuing traffic
C. To speed traffic up
D. To stop you turning right at a crossroads
9. You should never reverse
A. On a main road
B. At night
C. For longer than necessary
D. Into a side road
10. How can you use the engine of your vehicle to control your speed?
A. By changing to a lower gear
B. By selecting reverse gear
C. By changing to a higher gear
D. By selecting neutral
11. Freezing conditions will affect the distance it takes you to come to a stop. You should expect stopping distances to increase by up to
A. Two times
B. Three times
C. Five times
D. Ten times
12. You may remove your seatbelt when carrying out a manoeuvre that involves
A. Reversing
B. A hill start
C. An emergency stop
D. Driving slowly
13. You lose your way on a busy road. What is the best action to take?
A. Stop at traffic lights and ask pedestrians
B. Shout to other drivers to ask them the way
C. Turn into a side road, stop and check a map
D. Check a map, and keep going with the traffic flow
14. You should never wave people across at pedestrian crossings because
A. There may be another vehicle coming
B. They may not be looking
C. It is safer for you to carry on
D. They may not be ready to cross
15. You are on a long, downhill slope. What should you do to help control the speed of your vehicle?
A. Select neutral
B. Select a lower gear
C. Grip the handbrake firmly
D. Apply the parking brake gently
16. You are waiting to emerge at a junction. Parked vehicles restrict your view. What can help you to see traffic on the road you are joining?
A. Looking for traffic behind you
B. Reflections of traffic in shop windows
C. Making eye contact with other road users
D. Checking for traffic in your interior mirror
17. What is the meaning of this sign?
A. Accident blackspot aheadB. Pedestrian crossing aheadC. Light signals ahead at a level crossingD. Traffic queues likely
18. A newly qualified driver must
A. Display green L-Plates
B. Not exceed 40 mph for 12 months
C. Be accompanied on a motorway
D. Have valid motor insurance
19. What is the safest way to us a mobile phone in you vehicle?
A. Use hands-free equipment
B. Find a suitable place to stop
C. Drive slowly on a quiet road
D. Direct your call through the operator
20. If a trailer swerves or snakes when you are towing it you should
A. Ease off the accelerator and reduce your speed
B. Let go of the steering wheel and let it correct itself
C. Brake hard and hold the pedal down
D. Increase your speed as quickly as possible
21. 'Red Routes' in major cities have been introduced to
A. Raise the speed limits
B. Help the traffic flow
C. Provide better parking
D. Allow lorries to load more freely
22. You are planning a long journey. Do you need to plan rest stops?
A. Yes, you should plan to stop every half hour
B. Yes, regular stops help concentration
C. No, you will be less tired if you get there as soon as possible
D. No, only fuel stops will be needed
23. The vehicle you are driving pulls to one side when you brake. What is the most likely cause of the problem?
A. Poorly adjusted brakes
B. Incorrect tyre pressure
C. Low levels of power steering fluid
D. A faulty handbrake
24. A cycle lane is marked by a solid white line. You must not drive or park in it
A. At any time
B. During the rush hour
C. If a cyclist is using it
D. During its period of operation
25. While driving a vehicle, at what distance MUST you be able to read a number plate?
A. 10 metres (33 feet)
B. 15 metres (49 feet)
C. 20.5 metres (67 feet)
D. 30 metres (98 feet)
26. When emerging from junctions, which is most likely to obstruct your view?
A. Windscreen pillars
B. Steering wheel
C. Interior mirror
D. Windscreen wipers
27. Immediately after joining a motorway you should:
A. Try to overtake
B. Move to the right hand lane
C. Keep in the left lane to get used to the speed
D. Move to the centre lane
28. Your vehicle has broken down on an automatic railway level crossing. What should you do FIRST?
A. Get everyone out of the vehicle and clear of the crossing
B. Telephone your vehicle recovery service to move it
C. Walk along the track to give warning to any approaching trains
D. Try to push the vehicle clear of the crossing as soon as possible
29. You are travelling along the left-hand lane of a three-lane motorway. Traffic is joining from a slip road. You should
A. Race the other vehicles
B. Move to another lane
C. Maintain a steady speed
D. Switch on your hazard lights
30. In which of these situations should you avoid overtaking?
A. Just after a bend
B. In a one-way street
C. On a 30 mph road
D. Approaching a dip in the road
31. On a three-lane motorway which lane should you normally use?
A. Left
B. Right
C. Centre
D. Either the right or centre
32. When should you use front fog lights?
A. After dusk
B. When visibility is reduced to 100 metres or less
C. When overtaking at night
D. When visibilty is reduced to 150 metres or less
33. Which of the following is NOT allowed to travel in the right-hand lane of a three-lane motorway?
A. A vehicle towing a trailor
B. An estate car
C. A motorcycle
D. A mini bus
34. When correcting a rear-wheel skid you should
A. Steer into the skid
B. Brake sharply
C. Steer away from the skid
D. roll with it
35. Why, on a windy day, should you allow extra room when overtaking a motor cyclist?
A. The rider may be blown into your path
B. The rider may be forced to stop suddenly
C. You will have less control over your vehicle
D. You will be travelling faster than normal
36. The road is icy. You should drive slowly
A. In the highest gear possible
B. In the lowest gear possible
C. With the handbrake partly on
D. With your left foot on the brake
37. What is the meaning of this sign?
A. Entry into a 20 mph zoneB. End of a 20 mph zoneC. Minimum speed 20 mph
38. When driving down a steep hill what should you do in order to control your speed?
A. Select a high gear and use the brakes carefully
B. Select neural and let the car freewheel down the hill
C. Activate cruise control
D. Select a low gear and use the brakes carefully
39. Your mobile phone rings while you are travelling. You should
A. Stop immediately
B. Answer it immediately
C. Pull up in a suitable place
D. Pull up at the nearest curb
40. To help keep your vehicle secure at night where should you park?
A. Near a police station
B. In a quiet road
C. On a red route
D. In a well-lit area
41. It is illegal to drive with tyres that -
A. Have a large, deep cut in the sidewall
B. Are of different makes
C. Were bought second-hand
D. Are more than three years old
42. You are driving on a clear night. The road is busy with traffic. Which lights should you use?
A. Sidelights
B. Dipped headlights
C. Full beam headlights
D. Interior light
43. What is the most likely cause of high fuel consumption?
A. Poor steering control
B. Accelerating around bends
C. Staying in high gears
D. Harsh braking and accelerating
44. The fluid level in your battery is low. What should you top it up with?
A. Battery acid
B. Distilled water
C. Engine oil
D. Engine coolant
45. You take some cough medicine given to you by a friend. What should you do before driving?
A. Ask your friend if taking the medicine affected their driving
B. Drink some strong coffee one hour before driving
C. Check the label to see if the medicine will affect your driving
D. Drive a short distance to see if the medicine is affecting your driving
46. Catalytic converters are fitted to make the
A. Engines produce more power
B. Exhaust systems easier to replace
C. Engines run quietly
D. Exhaust fumes cleaner
47. You see a pedestrian with a white stick and red band. This means that the person is
A. Physically disabled
B. Deaf only
C. Blind only
D. Deaf and blind
48. A driver's behaviour has upset you. It may help if you
A. Stop and take a break
B. Shout abusive language
C. Gesture to them with your hand
D. Follow their car, flashing your headlights
49. You have a collision whilst your car is moving. What is the FIRST thing you must do?
A. Stop only if someone waves at you
B. Call the emergency services
C. Stop at the scene of the accident
D. Call your insurance company
50. The reflective studs between a motorway and its slip road are what colour?
A. Green
B. Blue
C. Red
D. Purple
51. You MUST obey signs giving orders. These signs are mostly in
A. Green rectangles
B. Red Triangles
C. Blue rectangles
D. Red circles
52. You are taking drugs that are likely to affect you driving. What should you do?
A. Seek medical advice before driving
B. Limit your driving to essential journeys
C. Only drive if accompanied by a full licence holder
D. Drive only for short distances
53. You have too much oil in your engine. What could this cause?
A. Low oil pressure
B. Engine overheating
C. Chain wear
D. Oil leaks
54. You think the driver in the vehicle in front has forgotten to cancel their right indicator. You should
A. Flash your lights to alert the driver
B. Sound your horn before overtaking
C. Overtake on the left if there is room
D. Stay behind and not overtake
55. At an incident it is important to look after any casualties. When the area is safe you should
A. Get them out of the vehicle
B. Give them a drink
C. Give them something to eat
D. Keep them in the vehicle
56. What is the meaning of this sign?
A. Tunnel aheadB. Low bridge aheadC. Tourist route aheadD. Holiday route ahead
57. Any load that is carried on a roof rack should be
A. Securely fastened when driving
B. Loaded towards the rear of the vehicle
C. Visible in your exterior mirror
D. Covered with plastic sheeting
58. In areas where there are 'traffic calming' measures you should
A. Travel at a reduced speed
B. Always travel at the speed limit
C. Position in the centre of the road
D. Only slow down if pedestrians are near
59. When overtaking which routine should you use?
A. Mirrors, speed, position, look, mirrors, signal, manoeuvre
B. Speed, mirrors, look, signal, manoeuvre
C. Look, mirrors, position, mirrors, signal, manoeuvre
D. Mirrors, position, speed, look, mirrors, signal, manoeuvre
60. When following a vehicle on a wet road you should leave a time gap of at least?
A. 1 second
B. 2 seconds
C. 3 seconds
D. 4 seconds
61. The reaction time of most drivers is over?
A. 0.5 second
B. 1 second
C. 2 seconds
D. 3 seconds
62. Supertrams or Light Rapid Transit (LRT) systems are environmentally friendly because
A. They use diesel power
B. They use quieter roads
C. They use electric power
D. They do not operate during rush hour
63. The reaction time of most drivers is over:
A. 0.5 second
B. 1 second
C. 2 seconds
D. 3 seconds
64. You are following a vehicle on a wet road. You should leave a time gap of at least
A. One second
B. Two seconds
C. Three seconds
D. Four seconds
65. Traffic calming measures are used to
A. Stop road rage
B. Help overtaking
C. Slow traffic down
D. Help parking
66. A casualty is not breathing normally. At what rate should chest compressions should be given?
A. 50 per minute
B. 100 per minute
C. 200 per minute
D. 250 per minute
67. You are driving through a tunnel. There has been a collision and the car in front is on fire and blocking the road. What should you do?
A. Overtake and continue as quickly as you can
B. Lock all the doors and windows
C. Switch on the hazard warning lights
D. Stop and then reverse out of the tunnel
68. triangular road signs give:
A. Warnings
B. Information
C. Instructions
D. Directions
69. A pedestrian with a white stick and red band is
A. Over 65 years old
B. Deaf and dumb
C. Deaf and blind
D. Blind only
70. What is the meaning of this sign?
A. Toll bridge aheadB. Opening or swing bridge aheadC. Humpback bridge aheadD. Road ahead closed
71. At the scene of an accident you have to treat someone for shock. What should you do?
A. Sing to them
B. Try and cool them down
C. Keep reassuring them until qualified help arrives
D. Give them liquids to drink
72. 'Tailgating' means
A. Using the rear door of a hatchback car
B. Reversing into a parking space
C. Following another vehicle too closely
D. Driving with rear fog lights on
73. You have been convicted of driving whilst unfit through drink or drugs. You will find this is likely to cause the cost of one of the following to rise considerably. Which one?
A. Road fund licence
B. Insurance premiums
C. Vehicle test certificate
D. Driving licence
74. Why are mirrors often slightly curved (convex)?
A. They give a wider field of vision
B. They totally cover blind spots
C. They make it easier to judge the speed of following traffic
D. They make following traffic look bigger
75. A strong cross wind is least likely to affect which of these vehicles?
A. Cyclists
B. Cars
C. High-sided vehicles
D. Motorcycles
76. At a pelican crossing the flashing amber light means you MUST
A. Stop and wait for the green light
B. Stop and wait for the red light
C. Give way to pedestrians waiting to cross
D. Give way to pedestrians already on the crossing
77. You are approaching a crossroads. The traffic lights have failed. What should you do?
A. Brake and stop only for large vehicles
B. Brake sharply to a stop before looking
C. Be prepared to brake sharply to a stop
D. Be prepared to stop for any traffic
78. A toucan crossing is different from other crossings because
A. Moped riders can use it
B. A traffic warden controls it
C. Two flashing lights control it
D. Cyclists can use it
79. If you start to feel tired whilst driving you should
A. Increase your speed to reduce your journey time
B. Decrease your speed
C. Stop at a safe place and rest
D. Turn on the radio and listen to loud music
80. You are carrying a child in your car. They are under three years of age. Which of these is a suitable restraint?
A. A child seat
B. An adult holding a child
C. An adult seat belt
D. An adult lap belt
81. When following a vehicle on a wet road you should leave a time gap of at least:
A. 1 second
B. 2 seconds
C. 4 seconds
D. 5 seconds
82. Before overtaking a large vehicle you should keep well back. Why is this?
A. To give acceleration space to overtake quickly on blind spots
B. To get the best view of the road ahead
C. To leave a gap in case the vehicle stops and rolls back
D. To offer other drivers a safe gap if they want to overtake you
83. A police officer asks to see your documents. You do not have them with you. You may be asked to take them to the police station with
A. 5 days
B. 7 days
C. 14 days
D. 21 days
84. You see a vehicle coming towards you on a single-track road. You should
A. Go back to the main road
B. Do an emergency stop
C. Stop at a passing place
D. Put on your hazard warning lights
85. A trailer must stay securely hitched up to the towing vehicle. What additional safety device can be fitted to the trailer braking system?
A. Stabiliser
B. Jockey wheel
C. Corner steadies
D. Breakaway cable
86. Planning your journey to avoid busy times has a number of advantages. One of these is
A. Your journey will take longer
B. You will have a more pleasant journey
C. You will cause more pollution
D. Your stress levels will be greater
87. At which type of crossing are cyclists allowed to ride across with pedestrians?
A. Toucan
B. Puffin
C. Pelican
D. Zebra
88. At which pedestrian crossing are cyclists allowed to ride across?
A. Zebra
B. Pelican
C. Puffin
D. Toucan
89. A driver has had a few alcoholic drinks, what advice should you give them?
A. Take extra care when driving home
B. Do not drive home
C. Drink several cups of coffee before driving home
D. Take a short sleep before driving home
90. How can you stop a caravan snaking from side to side?
A. Turn the steering wheel slowly to each side
B. Accelerate to increase your speed
C. Stop as quickly as you can
D. Slow down very gradually
91. It is illegal to drive with tyres that
A. Have a large, deep cut in the side wall
B. Are of different makes
C. Were bought second-hand
D. Are more than three years old
92. What is the meaning of this sign?
A. Accompanied horses or poniesB. Wild horses or poniesC. Wild animalsD. No horses allowed
93. You are turning left into a side road. What hazards should you be especially aware of?
A. One-way street
B. Pedestrians
C. Traffic congestion
D. Parked vehicles
94. You are approaching an unmarked crossroads. How should you deal with this type of junction?
A. Accelerate and keep to the middle
B. Slow down and keep to the right
C. Accelerate looking to the left
D. Slow down and look both ways
95. What does tailgating mean?
A. Driving with your headlights on full beam
B. Bumping another car whilst parking
C. Following another vehicle too closely
D. Skidding on a dry road
96. You are travelling in heavy rain. Your overall stopping distance is likely to be
A. Doubled
B. Tripled
C. Up to 15 times greater
D. Quadrupled
97. You turn into a side road. Pedestrians have started to cross the road. You should
A. Give way to them
B. Flash your lights and wave them across
C. Drive around them
D. Proceed regardless
98. It is very windy. You are behind a motorcyclist who is overtaking a high-sided vehicle. What should you do?
A. Overtake the motorcyclist immediately
B. Keep well back
C. Stay level with the motorcyclist
D. Keep close to the motorcyclist
99. When driving in falling snow you should
A. Brake firmly and quickly
B. Be ready to steer sharply
C. Use sidelights only
D. Brake gently in plenty of time
100. In what situation are other drivers allowed to flash their headlights at you?
A. To tell you that they are giving way to you
B. To warn you danger is ahead
C. To warn you when you're breaking the speed limit
D. To warn you of their presence
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