2024 Massachusetts Permit Test 18

The following questions are from real DMV written tests. These are some of the actual permit questions you will face in Massachusetts. Each permit practice test question has three answer.. Read More

The following questions are from real DMV written tests. These are some of the actual permit questions you will face in Massachusetts. Each permit practice test question has three answer choices. Select one answer for each question and select "grade this section." You can find this button at the bottom of the drivers license quiz. For a complete list of questions and answers for Massachusetts please visit https://cheat-sheets.dmv-written-test.com/en/massachusetts/car.

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7. When approaching a steady yellow traffic light, drivers should:

Explanation
A steady yellow traffic light indicates that a red light is about to appear. Stop unless you are already within the intersection.

8. Which of the following are used on some highways to direct drivers into the proper lanes for turning?

Explanation
Arrows may be used to indicate which lanes should be used for specific purposes, such as driving straight or making a turn.

9. This road sign means:

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Explanation
This sign (with the arrow below) indicates the location of a bicycle crossing/path. Drive with caution around this sign because bicycles likely regularly cross or ride beside traffic in the area.

10. You are driving when it starts to sleet or snow. You should:

Explanation
In snowy weather, keep your windshield and mirrors clear. Increase your following distance when driving in wet and cold weather because a slippery road surface will increase the distance needed for your vehicle to stop.

11. Driving at night requires increased caution because:

Explanation
Because it is dark, drivers cannot see as well at night as they can during the day. From one half hour after sunset until one half hour before sunrise, or at any other time when persons or vehicles are not visible for 500 feet, drivers must use their headlights.

12. To prepare for anything coming up on the road ahead, you should:

Explanation
Your ability to handle dangerous traffic situations depends largely on searching for and identifying problems before meeting them. Looking far ahead of your vehicle does not mean you should simply stare at the center of the road. You need to continually scan the entire road, including the sides of the road.
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