2025 Michigan Permit Test 21
The following questions are from real DMV written tests. These are some of the actual permit questions you will face in Michigan. 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 Michigan please visit https://cheat-sheets.dmv-written-test.com/en/michigan/car.
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1. 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.
2. You are turning onto a two-lane road divided by a broken yellow line. You know immediately that:
Explanation
Yellow centerlines are used to separate traffic moving in opposite directions. Broken lines may be crossed to pass slower-moving traffic when it is safe to do so.
3. When approaching a traffic signal displaying a steady yellow arrow, drivers:
Explanation
A steady yellow arrow indicates that a red arrow is about to appear. Stop unless you are already within the intersection.
4. Signs indicating areas of public recreation are:
Explanation
Signs that are brown indicate areas of cultural and historical significance or of public recreation. They can be a helpful resource when traveling in unfamiliar locations.
5. When merging onto a freeway, it is usually best to:
Explanation
When entering a freeway, use the on-ramp to accelerate to the speed of freeway traffic so you can blend in smoothly and safely. Entering traffic must yield to traffic already on the freeway.
6. An arrow painted on the pavement means:
Explanation
An arrow painted on the pavement within a traffic lane indicates that drivers in the lane must make the movement indicated by the arrow. Drivers should follow directions given by any traffic signs or signals before proceeding in the direction indicated by the arrow.
7. What color are pavement markings that separate traffic lanes moving in opposite direction?
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