2025 Rhode Island Permit Test 19
The following questions are from real DMV written tests. These are some of the actual permit questions you will face in Rhode Island. 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 Rhode Island please visit https://cheat-sheets.dmv-written-test.com/en/rhode-island/car.
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17. A yellow light that flashes on and off means:
Explanation
A flashing yellow traffic light means drivers should slow down and proceed with caution.
18. Drivers must be careful when passing large vehicles and should avoid driving beside large vehicles for long periods of time.
Explanation
Because large vehicles have large blind spots on both sides, you should avoid driving beside a large vehicle for a long period of time. It is safest for you to either drop back or move forward when you find yourself directly next to a large vehicle.
19. This sign means:

Explanation
Warning signs are usually yellow with black markings. They alert you to conditions that are immediately ahead. These signs may be accompanied by speed advisory plaques that indicate the speed with which you should proceed.
20. On the freeway, you see a "Merging traffic“ sign. You should:

Explanation
When on a roadway with two or more lanes, you should make room for entering vehicles. If there is no one driving next to you, move over one lane.
21. If you stop along the road at night:
Explanation
If you stop along the road at night, turn on your emergency flashers and leave your low beam headlights turned on. Be sure that other road users will be able to clearly see your vehicle.
23. While driving at night, a vehicle coming toward you has its high beams on, making it hard for you to see the road ahead. You should:
Explanation
If an oncoming driver fails to dim their high beams, you should avoid looking directly at the headlights. Instead, look toward the right edge of your lane and watch the oncoming vehicle out of the corner of your eye.
24. To avoid collisions with vehicles in your blind spots, you should:
Explanation