2024 Rhode Island Permit Test 9
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. To improve visibility lowered by rain or fog, drivers should use their:
Explanation
Low beam headlights should be used when driving in rainy or foggy weather. Even if they do little to help you see, low beams will make it easier for others to see you.
18. You should not start across an intersection if you know you will block the intersection when the light turns red:
Explanation
Even if the signal is green, you must not enter an intersection unless you can get completely across before the light turns red. If you block the intersection, you can be cited.
19. Which of the following is not a safe driving practice when driving on the interstate?
Explanation
You should always signal when moving your vehicle to the right or left. On an interstate, you should stay in the right lane if you are moving more slowly than the surrounding traffic. It is illegal to back up or make a U-turn on interstate highways, so if you miss your exit, you should proceed to the next exit.
20. The consumption of alcohol while taking drugs can:
Explanation
The combination of alcohol and drugs, in some cases, can increase the effects of both the drugs and alcohol. It can be unsafe to drive after consuming either alcohol or drugs and is even more dangerous after combining them.
21. You should increase the distance between your vehicle and the vehicle ahead when you:
Explanation
When being tailgated, create extra space in front of your vehicle and do not brake suddenly. Slow down gradually or merge into another lane to prevent a collision with the tailgater.
22. A traffic light displaying a green arrow and a red light means that:
Explanation
If a green arrow is shown with a red light, you can only drive in the direction of the arrow and only if the intersection is clear.
23. This road sign means:
Explanation
Warning signs are usually yellow with black markings. This sign warns drivers that the roadway will be slippery when wet and they should reduce their speed accordingly.
24. You may drive in a High Occupancy Vehicle (HOV) lane if:
Explanation
