2025 Massachusetts Permit Test 23
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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19. What is the appropriate action to take when approaching a railroad crossing that does not have signals to direct traffic?
Explanation
When approaching an unmarked railroad crossing, slow down and be prepared to stop. Before you cross, be sure that no trains are approaching from either direction on any track. If you see or hear a train coming, stop at a safe distance from the nearest track and wait to proceed until after the train passes.
20. A fully loaded tractor-trailer traveling at 55 mph could take up to ____ to come to a complete stop.
Explanation
Tractor-trailers take longer distances to stop than smaller cars traveling at the same speed. A fully loaded tractor-trailer may take almost 400 feet to come to a complete stop when driving at 55 mph.
21. You are waiting in the intersection to complete a left turn. You should:
Explanation
You must always signal before turning or changing lanes. You should keep your wheels straight while waiting to make a left turn. If another vehicle hits you from behind, this ensures that you will not be pushed into oncoming traffic.
22. This road sign means:
Explanation
This sign indicates that the road ahead curves to the right and then to the left. You should slow down to be able to negotiate these curves safely.
23. You may not cross a single broken white or yellow line:
Explanation
You may cross a single broken line to pass or change lanes as long as you can do so safely and without interfering with traffic.
24. If you need to stop quickly and your vehicle is not equipped with an Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS), you should:
Explanation
Pumping the brakes is generally the best way to stop a car in an emergency. The car will stop quickly and you will also be able to continue steering.
25. This road sign means:
Explanation
