Which of the following statements is false?

Which of the following statements is false?



A. When you turn from a high-speed, two-lane roadway, try not to slow down too early if you have traffic following you; tap your brakes and reduce your speed quickly but safely.
B. If you are turning left, make sure there are no vehicles or pedestrians blocking your path; you do not want to be caught waiting for a path to clear while stuck across a lane with vehicles coming toward you.
C. Stopping halfway across traffic is safe when there is a median divider where part of your vehicle is sticking into traffic.
D. none of the above


Answer: C. Stopping halfway across traffic is safe when there is a median divider where part of your vehicle is sticking into traffic.

Which of the following statements is false?

Which of the following statements is false?



A. Because seeing well is so important to safe driving, you should have your eyes checked every four or five years by an eye specialist.
B. Even if you can see clearly, you still may not be able to judge distances or speeds very well.
C. Judging distances and speeds is especially important in knowing how far you are from other vehicles and in judging safe openings when merging and when passing on two-lane roads.
D. none of the above


Answer: A. Because seeing well is so important to safe driving, you should have your eyes checked every four or five years by an eye specialist.

Give your horn a light tap __________

Give your horn a light tap __________



A. to encourage someone to drive faster or get out of the way.
B. when a person on foot or on a bike appears to be moving into your lane of travel.
C. when a child or older person is about to walk, run, or ride into the street.
D. all of the above


Answer: B. when a person on foot or on a bike appears to be moving into your lane of travel.

Which of the following statements is true?

Which of the following statements is true?



A. In Connecticut, it is legal to drive or to be a front-seat passenger without wearing a safety belt.
B. If your vehicle has a two-part safety belt system, be sure to wear both the lap belt and the shoulder belt.
C. Studies have shown that if you are in an accident while using safety belts, your chances of being hurt or killed are greatly increased.
D. all of the above


Answer: B. If your vehicle has a two-part safety belt system, be sure to wear both the lap belt and the shoulder belt.

Which of the following statements is false?

Which of the following statements is false?



A. Motorcyclists share problems faced by pedestrians and bicyclists, such as lower visibility, less stability and less protection.
B. You may cross a bicycle lane when turning or when entering or leaving an alley, private road, or driveway.
C. School hours are the only time children are present in school zones.
D. none of the above


Answer: C. School hours are the only time children are present in school zones.

Which of the following statements is true?

Which of the following statements is true?



A. You should not start to pass unless you are within one-third of a mile of a hill or curve.
B. Slowing down to look at a crash or someone getting a ticket is called "rubbernecking" and decreases traffic congestion.
C. To be a good driver, you need to look down the road, to the sides, and behind your vehicle.
D. all of the above


Answer: C. To be a good driver, you need to look down the road, to the sides, and behind your vehicle.

Which of the following statements is true?

Which of the following statements is true?



A. On every vehicle, the rear wheels follow a longer path than the front wheels.
B. The longer the vehicle, the longer the path followed by the rear wheels when it off-tracks.
C. Off-track occurs on both left and right turns, but presents a greater safety problem on the right turns where a truck driver may have to first move to the left so the rear wheels won't jump the curb.
D. all of the above


Answer: C. Off-track occurs on both left and right turns, but presents a greater safety problem on the right turns where a truck driver may have to first move to the left so the rear wheels won't jump the curb.

A red arrow traffic light means you __________

A red arrow traffic light means you __________



A. can safely turn in the direction of the arrow.
B. should prepare to stop and give the right of way to oncoming traffic before turning.
C. must stop and you cannot go in the direction of the arrow.
D. none of the above


Answer: C. must stop and you cannot go in the direction of the arrow

Individuals using an out-of-state registered vehicle for the road test must bring a copy of the declaration page of the vehicle's insurance policy (meeting Connecticut minimum requirements for liability insurance), which includes $__________ bodily injury per person.

Individuals using an out-of-state registered vehicle for the road test must bring a copy of the declaration page of the vehicle's insurance policy (meeting Connecticut minimum requirements for liability insurance), which includes $__________ bodily injury per person.



A. 10,000
B. 20,000
C. 30,000
D. 40,000


Answer: B. 20,000

If __________ have a mechanic check the brakes.

If __________ have a mechanic check the brakes.



A. your brakes make a lot of noise
B. your brakes emit an unusual odor
C. the vehicle pulls to one side when the brake is applied
D. any of the above


Answer: D. any of the above

Which of the following statements is false?

Which of the following statements is false?



A. Drivers must yield the right-of-way at all times to pedestrians who are in a marked or unmarked crosswalk.
B. The law says who is given the right-of-way.
C. Pedestrians using a guide dog or carrying a white cane have absolute right-of-way; do not use your horn because it could confuse or frighten the pedestrian.
D. none of the above


Answer: B. the law says who is given the right-of-way

You might lose your space for passing because of __________

You might lose your space for passing because of __________



A. people or bicyclists near the road.
B. a narrow bridge or other situation that causes reduced lane width.
C. a patch of ice, a pothole, or something on the road.
D. any of the above


Answer: D. any of the above

Classes offered through a commercial or secondary school licensed and approved by DMV consist of __________ hours of classroom instruction and at least 20 hours of behind-the-wheel, on-the-road training.

Classes offered through a commercial or secondary school licensed and approved by DMV consist of __________ hours of classroom instruction and at least 20 hours of behind-the-wheel, on-the-road training.



A. 25
B. 30
C. 35
D. 40


Answer: B. 30

All 16 and 17-year-old applicants for a driver's license must complete a driver training program through one of the following: Licensed Commercial Driving School, Secondary School Program (high school), or Home Training Program and __________-hour course on safe driving practices.

All 16 and 17-year-old applicants for a driver's license must complete a driver training program through one of the following: Licensed Commercial Driving School, Secondary School Program (high school), or Home Training Program and __________-hour course on safe driving practices.



A. sixteen
B. twelve
C. eight
D. four


Answer: C. eight

Even at __________ mph, the force of a head-on crash is the same as pedaling a bicycle full-speed into a brick wall or diving off a three-story building onto the sidewalk; no one can "brace" for that impact.

Even at __________ mph, the force of a head-on crash is the same as pedaling a bicycle full-speed into a brick wall or diving off a three-story building onto the sidewalk; no one can "brace" for that impact.



A. 35
B. 30
C. 25
D. 20


Answer: C. 25

At 30 mph, if the pavement is dry and you have good tires and brakes, it can take you about 200 feet to react to something you see and bring your vehicle to a stop, which is almost __________ city block in length.

At 30 mph, if the pavement is dry and you have good tires and brakes, it can take you about 200 feet to react to something you see and bring your vehicle to a stop, which is almost __________ city block in length.



A. 1
B. 3/4
C. 1/2
D. 1/4


Answer: C. 1/2

In general, if you need to stop quickly, __________

In general, if you need to stop quickly, __________



A. let up on the brake pedal if you feel the brake pedal pushing back and you have ABS.
B. you can cause the vehicle to go into a skid if you don't brake hard enough and you do not have ABS.
C. press on the brake pedal as hard as you can and keep pressing on it if you have ABS.
D. all of the above


Answer: C. press on the brake pedal as hard as you can and keep pressing on it if you have ABS.

Which of the following statements is false?

Which of the following statements is false?



A. Do not stop in travel lanes for any reason (confusion, breakdown, letting out a passenger); keep moving until you can safely pull off the road.
B. Check behind your vehicle before you get in when planning to back; children or small objects cannot be seen from the driver's seat.
C. If you miss your turn or exit, back up in the travel lane.
D. all of the above


Answer: C. If you miss your turn or exit, back up in the travel lane

To help from getting tired on a long trip, __________

To help from getting tired on a long trip, __________



A. try to get a normal night's sleep before you leave.
B. drive if you are sleepy.
C. try to drive late at night when you are normally asleep.
D. all of the above


Answer: A. try to get a normal night's sleep before you leave

Which of the following statements is false?

Which of the following statements is false?



A. Many people who can see clearly in the daytime have trouble seeing at night.
B. Drivers who know that they are deaf or have hearing problems can never be safe drivers.
C. If your driver's license says you must wear corrective lenses and you are stopped by a law enforcement officer while not wearing them, you may be issued a citation.
D. none of the above


Answer: B. Drivers who know that they are deaf or have hearing problems can never be safe drivers.

Lines and symbols on the roadway __________

Lines and symbols on the roadway __________



A. define pedestrian walkways.
B. tell you when you may pass other vehicles or change lanes.
C. tell you where you must stop for signs or traffic signals.
D. all of the above


Answer: D. all of the above

To avoid conflict on the road, __________

To avoid conflict on the road, __________



A. be patient and courteous to other drivers and correct unsafe driving habits that are likely to endanger, infuriate or antagonize other motorists.
B. never give an aggressive driver the benefit of the doubt.
C. retaliate if another driver does something to anger you.
D. all of the above


Answer: A. be patient and courteous to other drivers and correct unsafe driving habits that are likely to endanger, infuriate or antagonize other motorists.

Do not park __________

Do not park __________



A. in an intersection.
B. within 25 feet of a stop sign.
C. within 10 feet of a fire hydrant.
D. all of the above


Answer: D. all of the above

At 30 mph, if the pavement is dry and you have good tires and brakes, it can take you about __________ feet to react to something you see and bring your vehicle to a stop, which is almost half a city block in length.

At 30 mph, if the pavement is dry and you have good tires and brakes, it can take you about __________ feet to react to something you see and bring your vehicle to a stop, which is almost half a city block in length.



A. 200
B. 300
C. 400
D. 500


Answer: A. 200

Which of the following statements is false?

Which of the following statements is false?



A. Never turn your vehicle's ignition to the "lock" position while it is still in motion or the steering will lock and you will lose control of your vehicle.
B. There is always a chance of you having a vehicle problem while you are driving; following the recommended maintenance schedule listed in the vehicle owner's manual greatly reduces the chance of your vehicle having a problem.
C. If your gas pedal sticks, keep your eyes on the road, quickly shift to reverse, pull off the road when it is safe to do so, and turn off the engine.
D. none of the above


Answer: C. If your gas pedal sticks, keep your eyes on the road, quickly shift to reverse, pull off the road when it is safe to do so, and turn off the engine.

Which of the following statements is false?

Which of the following statements is false?



A. Always be extra watchful when backing in or out of a driveway; children may run behind or be playing behind your vehicle.
B. Motorcycles do not travel as fast as automobiles.
C. An experienced motorcyclist will often change position within a lane to get a clearer view of traffic, avoid hazards and be more visible to drivers.
D. none of the above


Answer: B. Motorcycles do not travel as fast as automobiles.

Which of the following statements is true?

Which of the following statements is true?



A. We all depend on trucks for everything we eat, wear, or use; a truck brought the car you are driving, the fuel to run it, and the parts and accessories that keep it in good condition.
B. Trucks, tractor-trailers, buses and recreational vehicles (RVs)- including motor homes, campers and travel trailers-are longer, higher and narrower than other vehicles.
C. Trucks accelerate more quickly than cars.
D. all of the above


Answer: A. We all depend on trucks for everything we eat, wear, or use; a truck brought the car you are driving, the fuel to run it, and the parts and accessories that keep it in good condition.

A red traffic light means __________

A red traffic light means __________



A. continue through the intersection.
B. you must allow crossing traffic to clear the intersection before you go ahead.
C. you may turn left but only when safe to do so.
D. you must wait until the traffic light turns green and there is no crossing traffic before you may move ahead.


Answer: D. you must wait until the traffic light turns green and there is no crossing traffic before you may move ahead.

Which of the following statements is false?

Which of the following statements is false?



A. The greater the speed difference between you and a bicyclist, the less room you should allow when passing.
B. It is often hard to judge how far away a motorcycle is or how fast it is approaching.
C. You must yield to bicyclists in a bicycle lane or on a sidewalk before you turn across the lane or sidewalk.
D. none of the above


Answer: A. The greater the speed difference between you and a bicyclist, the less room you should allow when passing.

Which of the following statements is false?

Which of the following statements is false?



A. Before you enter an intersection, look both left and right for approaching vehicles and/or crossing pedestrians.
B. It is important to look to the sides when you are near shopping centers, parking lots, construction areas, busy sidewalks, playgrounds, school yards, etc.
C. Before you turn left across oncoming traffic, remember that you have the right-of-way over oncoming traffic.
D. none of the above


Answer: C. Before you turn left across oncoming traffic, remember that you have the right-of-way over oncoming traffic.

Changing lanes includes __________

Changing lanes includes __________



A. moving from one lane to another.
B. merging onto a roadway from an entrance ramp.
C. entering the roadway from the curb or shoulder.
D. all of the above


Answer: D. all of the above

To deal with social drinking situations, __________

To deal with social drinking situations, __________



A. use public transportation.
B. call a cab.
C. arrange to go with two or more persons and agree which one of you will not drink alcohol to be the "designated driver."
D. any of the above


Answer: D. any of the above

Give your horn a sharp blast when __________

Give your horn a sharp blast when __________



A. you are passing a driver who starts to turn into your lane.
B. approaching horses.
C. another vehicle is in danger of hitting you.
D. all of the above


Answer: C. another vehicle is in danger of hitting you

Which of the following statements is true?

Which of the following statements is true?



A. The suspension system helps reduce the noise from the engine, helps cool the hot gases coming from the running engine, and moves these gases to the rear of the vehicle.
B. Your brake lights tell other road users that you are stopping just as turn signals tell them that you are turning.
C. If a vehicle bounces a lot, after a bump or a stop, or is hard to control, you may need new shocks or other exhaust system parts.
D. all of the above


Answer: B. Your brake lights tell other road users that you are stopping just as turn signals tell them that you are turning.

Which of the following statements is true?

Which of the following statements is true?



A. Horseback riders must ride single file near the left curb or road edge, or on a usable left shoulder, lane or path.
B. You should pass bicycles if you will be making a right turn.
C. Some vehicles cannot travel very fast or have trouble keeping up with the speed of traffic; if you spot these vehicles early, you have time to change lanes or slow down safely.
D. all of the above


Answer: C. Some vehicles cannot travel very fast or have trouble keeping up with the speed of traffic; if you spot these vehicles early, you have time to change lanes or slow down safely.

A yellow arrow traffic light means you __________

A yellow arrow traffic light means you __________



A. can safely turn in the direction of the arrow.
B. should prepare to stop and give the right of way to oncoming traffic before turning.
C. must stop and you cannot go in the direction of the arrow.
D. none of the above


Answer: B. should prepare to stop and give the right of way to oncoming traffic before turning.

If you experience __________, you should pump the brake pedal several times (if that does not work, use the parking brake); if that does not work, start shifting to lower gears and look for a safe place to stop.

If you experience __________, you should pump the brake pedal several times (if that does not work, use the parking brake); if that does not work, start shifting to lower gears and look for a safe place to stop.



A. power failure
B. brake failure
C. a stuck gas pedal
D. any of the above


Answer: B. brake failure

If a tire suddenly goes flat, __________

If a tire suddenly goes flat, __________



A. hold the steering wheel tightly and steer for the side of the road.
B. take your foot off the gas pedal and use the brakes lightly.
C. stop on the road if at all possible.
D. all of the above


Answer: B. take your foot off the gas pedal and use the brakes lightly.

The home instructor for applicants for a driver's license doing home training must sign a statement at the time of the test which states that the applicant has obtained a learner's permit and successfully completed at least __________ hours of course study.

The home instructor for applicants for a driver's license doing home training must sign a statement at the time of the test which states that the applicant has obtained a learner's permit and successfully completed at least __________ hours of course study.



A. 22
B. 20
C. 18
D. 16


Answer: A. 22

If you are arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol, you will be asked to submit to a blood, breath or urine test, which shows your BAC; if you refuse to take a test, your operator's license will be suspended for at least __________ months or possibly more, depending on the number of prior offenses on your driving record and on your age.

If you are arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol, you will be asked to submit to a blood, breath or urine test, which shows your BAC; if you refuse to take a test, your operator's license will be suspended for at least __________ months or possibly more, depending on the number of prior offenses on your driving record and on your age.



A. three
B. six
C. nine
D. twelve


Answer: B. six

When being stopped by a police vehicle, police recommend __________

When being stopped by a police vehicle, police recommend __________



A. drivers should keep their hands on the steering wheel and passengers should keep their hands in plain view.
B. argue with the officer at the scene.
C. obtain your driver license and/or vehicle registration before it is requested.
D. all of the above


Answer: A. drivers should keep their hands on the steering wheel and passengers should keep their hands in plain view.

Which of the following statements is false?

Which of the following statements is false?



A. If you move into the middle of a four-second opening, both you and the vehicle that is behind you have a two-second following distance.
B. High-speed roadways generally have ramps to give you time to build up your speed; drive to the end of the ramp and stop, then try to get up to the speed of traffic.
C. Some railroad crossings are bumpy, so you need to slow down to cross safely.
D. none of the above


Answer: B. High-speed roadways generally have ramps to give you time to build up your speed; drive to the end of the ramp and stop, then try to get up to the speed of traffic.

Airbags __________

Airbags __________



A. are good protection against hitting the steering wheel, dashboard, or windshield.
B. protect you if you are hit from the side or rear or if the vehicle rolls over.
C. keep you behind the wheel in emergency situations.
D. all of the above


Answer: A. are good protection against hitting the steering wheel, dashboard, or windshield.

A permit allows you to operate a motor vehicle when instructed by any driver who is at least __________ years of age or older, who has held a license for four or more consecutive years prior to training and whose license has not been suspended during the four years prior to training.

A permit allows you to operate a motor vehicle when instructed by any driver who is at least __________ years of age or older, who has held a license for four or more consecutive years prior to training and whose license has not been suspended during the four years prior to training.



A. 18
B. 19
C. 20
D. 21


Answer: C. 20

Which of the following statements is false?

Which of the following statements is false?



A. Notify authorities if your vehicle (or someone else's) has broken down.
B. If your vehicle breaks down and you cannot get it off the roadway, try to stop just over a hill or just around a curve.
C. All drivers will sooner or later find themselves in an emergency situation.
D. none of the above


Answer: B. If your vehicle breaks down and you cannot get it off the roadway, try to stop just over a hill or just around a curve.

Which of the following statements is false?

Which of the following statements is false?



A. Drivers entering a traffic circle or rotary must yield to drivers already in the circle.
B. You must do everything you can to prevent striking a pedestrian or another vehicle, regardless of the circumstances.
C. Drivers going straight must yield to vehicles turning left.
D. none of the above


Answer: C. Drivers going straight must yield to vehicles turning left.

If your vehicle begins to skid, __________

If your vehicle begins to skid, __________



A. use the brakes to slow down.
B. turn the steering wheel opposite the direction you want the vehicle to go.
C. continue to correct your steering, left and right, until the vehicle is again moving down the road under your control.
D. all of the above


Answer: C. continue to correct your steering, left and right, until the vehicle is again moving down the road under your control.

If you cannot provide the appropriate forms of identification while at the DMV to replace a driver's license that has been lost, stolen or damaged, you will be issued a __________-day temporary license.

If you cannot provide the appropriate forms of identification while at the DMV to replace a driver's license that has been lost, stolen or damaged, you will be issued a __________-day temporary license.



A. 16
B. 14
C. 12
D. 10


Answer: D. 10

Which of the following statements is false?

Which of the following statements is false?



A. Learn to recognize situations and obstacles which may be hazardous to cyclists, such as potholes, drain grates and narrow bridges or roadways, and give them adequate space to maneuver.
B. A standard vehicle can stop much faster than a motorcycle.
C. Fines are doubled for failure to yield right-of-way to a bicyclist.
D. none of the above


Answer: B. A standard vehicle can stop much faster than a motorcycle.

Which of the following statements is false?

Which of the following statements is false?



A. You do not know when you have had too much alcohol to drink until it is too late; it is a little like a sunburn; by the time you feel it, it is already too late.
B. Good judgment is important to driving.
C. If you drink alcohol and drive, you will have trouble controlling your vehicle.
D. none of the above


Answer: D. none of the above

A yellow traffic light means __________

A yellow traffic light means __________



A. the traffic light is about to change to green.
B. you must stop if it is safe to do so.
C. stop in the intersection if you are in the intersection when the yellow light comes on.
D. there should be no oncoming or crossing traffic.


Answer: B. you must stop if it is safe to do so.

A flashing yellow "X" lane signal means __________

A flashing yellow "X" lane signal means __________



A. the lane is only for turning.
B. you can use the lane beneath it.
C. the use of the lane is changing and you should move out of it as soon as it is safe to do so.
D. you cannot use the lane beneath it.


Answer: A. the lane is only for turning.

Which of the following statements is true?

Which of the following statements is true?



A. How good a grip your vehicle's tires have with the road depends on the type and condition of the tires and the type and condition of the road surface.
B. When driving on gravel or dirt, you must slow down; it will take you much less time to stop and it is also much easier to skid when turning.
C. Always slow down after you enter a curve.
D. all of the above


Answer: A. How good a grip your vehicle's tires have with the road depends on the type and condition of the tires and the type and condition of the road surface.

Which of the following statements is false?

Which of the following statements is false?



A. The wind from a passing vehicle can have an impact on motorcycles.
B. You may not pass or drive alongside a motorcycle in the same lane, and a motorcyclist may not share a lane with you.
C. Children are often the most predictable pedestrians and the easiest to see.
D. none of the above


Answer: C. Children are often the most predictable pedestrians and the easiest to see.

Which of the following statements is true?

Which of the following statements is true?



A. To return to the driving lane after passing, count on other drivers to make room for you.
B. The left-most lane is intended for passing slower vehicles.
C. It is safe to pass where a vehicle is likely to enter or cross the road.
D. all of the above


Answer: B. The left-most lane is intended for passing slower vehicles.

Which of the following statements is true?

Which of the following statements is true?



A. If a vehicle comes toward you with high beams on and the driver fails to dim the lights, look toward the left side of the road to keep from being blinded by the other vehicles' headlights and allow you to stay on course.
B. Use the high beams in fog or when it is snowing or raining hard.
C. If necessary, flash your high beams to tell other road users you are there.
D. all of the above


Answer: C. If necessary, flash your high beams to tell other road users you are there.

Which of the following statements is true?

Which of the following statements is true?



A. Sharing the road means "getting ahead, not getting along."
B. You should sound your horn when approaching or passing a horse.
C. You must yield the right-of-way to police vehicles, fire engines, ambulances or other emergency vehicles using sirens, air horns or red or blue flashing lights.
D. all of the above


Answer: C. You must yield the right-of-way to police vehicles, fire engines, ambulances or other emergency vehicles using sirens, air horns or red or blue flashing lights.

At night, __________

At night, __________



A. you must be closer to an object to see it than during the day.
B. you must be able to stop within the distance you can see with your headlights.
C. do not drive at any time with only your parking lights on; they are for parking only.
D. all of the above


Answer: D. all of the above

Which of the following statements is false?

Which of the following statements is false?



A. Check traffic before you open the door after parking; get out of the vehicle on the street side if you can.
B. Whenever you park, be sure it is in a place that is far enough from any travel lane to avoid interfering with traffic and visible to vehicles approaching from either direction.
C. Some parking restrictions are indicated by colored curb markings.
D. none of the above


Answer: A. Check traffic before you open the door after parking; get out of the vehicle on the street side if you can.

A green arrow traffic light means __________

A green arrow traffic light means __________



A. you must come to a full stop and you may proceed when it is safe to do so.
B. there should be no oncoming or crossing traffic.
C. you may turn after coming to a full stop and checking to make sure that there is no oncoming traffic and no sign prohibiting the turn.
D. none of the above


Answer: B. there should be no oncoming or crossing traffic.

Which of the following statements is false?

Which of the following statements is false?



A. Slowing suddenly can cause a traffic accident.
B. You should drive faster than the distance you can see.
C. Always check for motorcycles before you pull out, change lanes, turn, back up or proceed through an intersection.
D. none of the above


Answer: B. You should drive faster than the distance you can see.

Any single vehicle with a GVWR of less than 26,001 pounds, or any such vehicle towing another vehicle of no more than 10,000 pounds GVWR, falls in Class C; however, vehicles of this size are included in the CDL program only if they are: (1) Designed to carry __________ or more passengers including the driver, or (2) Used to transport hazardous materials in quantities requiring placarding under the Hazardous Materials Regulations.

Any single vehicle with a GVWR of less than 26,001 pounds, or any such vehicle towing another vehicle of no more than 10,000 pounds GVWR, falls in Class C; however, vehicles of this size are included in the CDL program only if they are: (1) Designed to carry __________ or more passengers including the driver, or (2) Used to transport hazardous materials in quantities requiring placarding under the Hazardous Materials Regulations.



A. 19
B. 18
C. 17
D. 16


Answer: D. 16

Any combination of vehicles with gross combination weight rating (GCWR) of __________ or more pounds falls in Class A, providing the gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) of the vehicle(s) being towed is in excess of 10,000 pounds.

Any combination of vehicles with gross combination weight rating (GCWR) of __________ or more pounds falls in Class A, providing the gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) of the vehicle(s) being towed is in excess of 10,000 pounds.



A. 28,001
B. 26,001
C. 24,001
D. 22,001


Answer: B. 26,001

Behaviors that can cause trouble include __________

Behaviors that can cause trouble include __________



A. parking in a handicapped parking space if you are not handicapped.
B. tapping your horn lightly if you must get someone's attention in a non-emergency situation.
C. dimming your lights for oncoming traffic.
D. all of the above


Answer: A. parking in a handicapped parking space if you are not handicapped.

When you see or hear an emergency vehicle approaching from any direction, __________

When you see or hear an emergency vehicle approaching from any direction, __________



A. you must pull over to the left edge of the road, or as near to the left as possible, and stop your vehicle.
B. stop in the intersection if you are in an intersection.
C. you must remain stopped until the emergency vehicle has passed, unless otherwise directed by a State or local police officer or a fire fighter.
D. all of the above


Answer: C. you must remain stopped until the emergency vehicle has passed, unless otherwise directed by a State or local police officer or a fire fighter.

All commercial drivers who drive certain types of vehicles or haul certain types of cargo must add endorsements to their CDL licenses to show that they have the specialized knowledge required for these operations; there are __________ kinds of CDL endorsements that may be required, depending on the vehicle or type of cargo.

All commercial drivers who drive certain types of vehicles or haul certain types of cargo must add endorsements to their CDL licenses to show that they have the specialized knowledge required for these operations; there are __________ kinds of CDL endorsements that may be required, depending on the vehicle or type of cargo.



A. five
B. six
C. seven
D. eight


Answer: A. five

Which of the following statements is true?

Which of the following statements is true?



A. Clear snow, ice, or frost from all windows before driving.
B. Gases from a leaky exhaust can cause death inside a vehicle in a very short time; never run the motor in a closed garage.
C. Unbalanced tires and low-pressure cause faster tire wear, reduce fuel economy, and make the vehicle harder to steer and stop.
D. all of the above


Answer: D. all of the above

Behaviors that can cause trouble include __________

Behaviors that can cause trouble include __________



A. retaliating to oncoming high beams with your own in order to "teach them a lesson."
B. not making eye contact if a hostile motorist tries to pick a fight.
C. not blocking the road while talking to a pedestrian on the sidewalk.
D. all of the above


Answer: A. retaliating to oncoming high beams with your own in order to "teach them a lesson."

Behaviors that can cause trouble include __________

Behaviors that can cause trouble include __________



A. maintaining a safe distance from the vehicle in front of you.
B. blowing your horn at the driver in front of you the second the light turns green.
C. making sure you don't cut someone off when you move over.
D. all of the above


Answer: B. blowing your horn at the driver in front of you the second the light turns green.

Which of the following statements is false?

Which of the following statements is false?



A. An evasive maneuver in a truck can result in the truck driver crashing, even though you may get away unscathed.
B. When on the entrance ramp to a highway, check for an opening in the main flow of traffic that will allow you to merge safely.
C. Because trucks are wider than they are high, it is harder for the truck driver to safely take evasive action.
D. none of the above


Answer: C. Because trucks are wider than they are high, it is harder for the truck driver to safely take evasive action.

Which of the following statements is true?

Which of the following statements is true?



A. To be a good driver, you must look ahead, to the sides, and behind your vehicle.
B. Assuming that a train is not coming is one of the leading causes of fatalities at railroad crossings.
C. Before turning right, make sure that there is no traffic approaching from your left and no oncoming traffic turning into your path.
D. all of the above


Answer: D. all of the above

Which of the following statements is true?

Which of the following statements is true?



A. On a road with three or more lanes traveling in the same direction, you may drive on the shoulder of the road.
B. Some trucks are required by law to stop at railroad crossings.
C. Trucks, tractor-trailers, buses and recreational vehicles (RVs)- including motor homes, campers and travel trailers-accelerate slowly and require shorter stopping and turning distances.
D. all of the above


Answer: B. Some trucks are required by law to stop at railroad crossings.

Which of the following statements is false?

Which of the following statements is false?



A. Try to avoid panic stops by seeing events well in advance; by slowing down or changing lanes, you may not have to stop at all.
B. When you brake quickly, you could skid and lose control of your vehicle; you also make it harder for drivers behind you to stop without hitting you.
C. Stopping suddenly is dangerous and usually points to a driver who was not paying attention.
D. none of the above


Answer: D. none of the above

Which of the following statements is false?

Which of the following statements is false?



A. You may need to slow down in shopping centers, parking lots and downtown areas.
B. Never stay alongside a large vehicle such as a truck or bus; these vehicles have large blind spots - it is hard for drivers of large vehicles to see you.
C. You can turn if an approaching vehicle has a turn signal on.
D. none of the above


Answer: C. You can turn if an approaching vehicle has a turn signal on.

Which of the following statements is true?

Which of the following statements is true?



A. Trucks, buses and RVs sometimes need to swing wide to the left or right in order to safely make a turn; try to squeeze between the truck, bus or RV and the curb.
B. Always make sure you have room to complete your pass of a truck, even if you have to resort to excessive speed.
C. Trucks, tractor-trailers, buses and RVs have huge No-Zones directly behind them; the driver can't see your car behind his vehicle and you can't see what's happening in traffic ahead of his vehicle.
D. all of the above


Answer: C. Trucks, tractor-trailers, buses and RVs have huge No-Zones directly behind them; the driver can't see your car behind his vehicle and you can't see what's happening in traffic ahead of his vehicle.

Do not park __________

Do not park __________



A. blocking a driveway, alley, private road or area of the curb removed or lowered for access to the sidewalk.
B. on a bridge or overpass or in a tunnel or underpass.
C. on the wrong side of the street.
D. all of the above


Answer: D. all of the above

Give your horn a light tap __________

Give your horn a light tap __________



A. when another vehicle is in danger of hitting you.
B. to notify other drivers of an error.
C. when you are passing a driver who starts to turn into your lane.
D. all of the above


Answer: C. when you are passing a driver who starts to turn into your lane.

If you are having vehicle trouble, __________

If you are having vehicle trouble, __________



A. get your vehicle off the road and away from traffic if at all possible.
B. turn on your emergency flashers to show that you are having trouble.
C. try to warn other road users that your vehicle is there by placing emergency flares behind the vehicle.
D. all of the above


Answer: D. all of the above

Which of the following statements is true?

Which of the following statements is true?



A. Worn or bald tires can decrease your stopping distance and make turning more difficult when the road is wet.
B. Check your tire's air pressure with an air pressure gauge when the tires are warm.
C. An out-of-line headlight can shine where it does not help you and may blind other drivers.
D. all of the above


Answer: C. An out-of-line headlight can shine where it does not help you and may blind other drivers.

If you experience __________, you should slow down gradually and pull off the road as soon as possible, try the headlight switch a few times (if that does not work, put on the emergency flashers; turn on signals or fog lights if you have them), and not operate your vehicle.

If you experience __________, you should slow down gradually and pull off the road as soon as possible, try the headlight switch a few times (if that does not work, put on the emergency flashers; turn on signals or fog lights if you have them), and not operate your vehicle.



A. a tire blowout
B. headlight failure
C. a stuck gas pedal
D. any of the above


Answer: B. headlight failure

Which of the following statements is true?

Which of the following statements is true?



A. If you go too fast in a curve, the tires will grip the road too much and the vehicle will skid.
B. It is important that tires be in good condition and have enough air in them.
C. It is safe to drive on ice.
D. all of the above


Answer: B. It is important that tires be in good condition and have enough air in them

Which of the following statements is false?

Which of the following statements is false?



A. Use the "three-second" rule if you are being followed closely.
B. Because you need more distance to stop your vehicle on slippery roads, you must leave more space in front of you; if the vehicle ahead suddenly stops, you will need the extra distance to stop safely.
C. Keep extra space between your vehicle and parked cars; someone could step out from a parked vehicle or from between vehicles or a parked vehicle could also pull out.
D. none of the above


Answer: A. Use the "three-second" rule if you are being followed closely.

If it feels like your tires have lost traction with the surface of the road, you should __________

If it feels like your tires have lost traction with the surface of the road, you should __________



A. ease your foot off the gas pedal.
B. keep the steering wheel straight; if you must turn, do it slowly, or you will cause your vehicle to skid.
C. do not try to stop or turn until your tires are gripping the road again.
D. all of the above


Answer: D. all of the above

Which of the following statements is true?

Which of the following statements is true?



A. At crossings with more than one track, wait until the passing train is well down the track before starting to cross; the train that just passed may hide another one that is approaching.
B. Looking well down the road will cause you to steer less straightly with more weaving.
C. Rely on traffic signals or signs to tell you that no one will be crossing in front of you at intersections.
D. all of the above


Answer: At crossings with more than one track, wait until the passing train is well down the track before starting to cross; the train that just passed may hide another one that is approaching.

Home-trained applicants must show a course completion certificate (form CS-1a) from a local secondary school or commercial driving school of an approved eight-hour course that includes a minimum of __________ hours on the: Nature and the medical, biological and physiological effects of alcohol and drugs and their impact on the operator of a motor vehicle; dangers associated with the operation of a motor vehicle after the consumption of alcohol or drug abuse; and problems of alcohol and drug abuse and the penalties for alcohol and drug-related motor vehicle violations.

Home-trained applicants must show a course completion certificate (form CS-1a) from a local secondary school or commercial driving school of an approved eight-hour course that includes a minimum of __________ hours on the: Nature and the medical, biological and physiological effects of alcohol and drugs and their impact on the operator of a motor vehicle; dangers associated with the operation of a motor vehicle after the consumption of alcohol or drug abuse; and problems of alcohol and drug abuse and the penalties for alcohol and drug-related motor vehicle violations.



A. two
B. three
C. four
D. five


Answer: C. four

Which of the following statements is false?

Which of the following statements is false?



A. There are some intersections and other locations where there are single green, yellow, or red lights.
B. Traffic lights are usually at intersections and are green, yellow, and red (top to bottom) when together.
C. Traffic signals are lights that tell you when or where to stop and go.
D. none of the above


Answer: B. Traffic lights are usually at intersections and are green, yellow, and red (top to bottom) when together.

To help from getting tired on a long trip, ____.

To help from getting tired on a long trip, ____.



A. take medicine that can make you drowsy.
B. refuse to switch driving tasks with another driver.
C. plan your trips so you can leave when you are rested.
D. all of the above


Answer: C. plan your trips so you can leave when you are rested.

Which of the following statements is true?

Which of the following statements is true?



A. When making a left turn, cut the corner so sharply that you run into someone approaching from the left.
B. If there are signs or lane markings that allow for two or more turning lanes, stay in your lane during a turn.
C. If you swing wide as you complete a turn, drivers who are in the far lane will expect to see you there.
D. all of the above


Answer: B. If there are signs or lane markings that allow for two or more turning lanes, stay in your lane during a turn.

Which of the following statements is false?

Which of the following statements is false?



A. Be alert so that you know when you will have to stop well ahead of time.
B. If something is in your path and you need to stop, you need to see it in time to be able to stop.
C. It takes much less time and distance to stop than many people think.
D. none of the above


Answer: C. It takes much less time and distance to stop than many people think.

Which of the following statements is true?

Which of the following statements is true?



A. Drivers should be especially alert for children, the elderly, and disabled pedestrians, who are the most frequent victims in auto pedestrian collisions.
B. When you see or hear an emergency vehicle approaching from any direction you must pull over to the left edge of the road, or as near to the left as possible, and stop your vehicle.
C. Watch for large trucks and small underpowered cars on steep grades or when they are entering traffic; they can gain speed on long or steep hills, and it takes less time for these vehicles to get up to speed when they enter traffic.
D. all of the above


Answer: A. Drivers should be especially alert for children, the elderly, and disabled pedestrians, who are the most frequent victims in auto pedestrian collisions.

A vehicle that is in bad shape ______.

A vehicle that is in bad shape ______.



A. is unsafe.
B. costs more to run than one that is maintained.
C. can break down or cause a collision.
D. all of the above


Answer: D. all of the above

"HOV" stands for "High Occupancy Vehicles" and a __________-shaped marker indicates lanes reserved for vehicles with more than one person in them; signs are posted that say how many people must be in the vehicle.

"HOV" stands for "High Occupancy Vehicles" and a __________-shaped marker indicates lanes reserved for vehicles with more than one person in them; signs are posted that say how many people must be in the vehicle.



A. circle
B. triangle
C. diamond
D. pennant


Answer: C. diamond

Which of the following statements is false?

Which of the following statements is false?



A. Never attempt to drive around a backing truck; you are likely to get out of the truck driver's field of view and may be needlessly involved in a crash.
Which of the following statements is false?
B. Try to pass on the right of a truck that is approaching an intersection.
C. If a truck driver slows, stops, signals or changes lanes, slow down and hold your position.
D. none of the above


Answer: B. Try to pass on the right of a truck that is approaching an intersection.

Which of the following statements is true?

Which of the following statements is true?



A. If the road is wet or icy, if you cannot see well, or if traffic is heavy, you must drive at the speed limit.
B. If you are driving the posted speed limit, you cannot get a ticket for traveling too fast for road conditions.
C. Driving safely means adjusting your speed for road and traffic conditions, how well you can see, and obeying speed limits.
D. all of the above


Answer: C. Driving safely means adjusting your speed for road and traffic conditions, how well you can see, and obeying speed limits.

Those who could have trouble seeing you include ________.

Those who could have trouble seeing you include ________.



A. a driver whose windows are covered with snow or ice or are steamed-up.
B. pedestrians with umbrellas in front of their faces or with their hats pulled down.
C. a driver at an intersection or driveway whose view is blocked by buildings, trees, or other vehicles.
D. all of the above


Answer: D. all of the above

Which of the following statements is false?

Which of the following statements is false?



A. If a vehicle comes toward you with high beams on and the driver fails to dim the lights, try to "get back" at other drivers by keeping your bright lights on.
B. Remember to turn on your headlights whenever you have trouble seeing others; if you have trouble seeing them, they may have trouble seeing you.
C. Whenever you come to a hill or curve where you cannot see over or around, adjust your speed so you can stop if necessary.
D. none of the above


Answer: A. If a vehicle comes toward you with high beams on and the driver fails to dim the lights, try to "get back" at other drivers by keeping your bright lights on.

Which of the following statements is false?

Which of the following statements is false?



A. When a road is too narrow for cars and bikes to ride side-by-side, the bicyclist will "take the travel lane" which means riding in or near the right side of the lane.
B. Blind or partially blind pedestrians may carry a white cane or use the assistance of a guide dog.
C. At regulated intersections, remain stopped until the pedestrian is out of the road, even if you have a green light.
D. none of the above


Answer: A. When a road is too narrow for cars and bikes to ride side-by-side, the bicyclist will "take the travel lane" which means riding in or near the right side of the lane.

Behaviors that can cause trouble include ______.

Behaviors that can cause trouble include ______.



A. using your horn sparingly.
B. keeping headlights on low beam, except where unlighted conditions require the use of high beams.
C. taking more than one parking space.
D. all of the above


Answer: C. taking more than one parking space.

Which of the following statements is true?

Which of the following statements is true?



A. If your vehicle is about to be hit from the front, you should try to turn the vehicle; at worst, you will hit with a glancing blow; you might also miss it.
B. If you are involved in an accident that involves a parked vehicle, try to find the owner; if you cannot, leave a note in a place where it can be seen with the date and time of the accident and information on how the owner can reach you.
C. If you are involved in a crash, exchange information with other drivers involved in the crash; name, address, driver's license number, vehicle information, and insurance company and policy number (if available).
D. all of the above


Answer: D. all of the above

Which of the following statements is false?

Which of the following statements is false?



A. Children on bicycles can see things out of the corner of their eyes as well as adults.
B. There is a crosswalk at every intersection, even if it is not marked by painted lines.
C. When you approach a horse on a public highway, you must reduce your speed (or stop, if necessary) to avoid striking, endangering or frightening a horse.
D. none of the above


Answer: A. Children on bicycles can see things out of the corner of their eyes as well as adults.

Applicants for a driver's license who successfully complete driver education through a commercial driving school or a secondary school must wait __________ days after the issuance of the learner's permit before taking the driver's exam.

Applicants for a driver's license who successfully complete driver education through a commercial driving school or a secondary school must wait __________ days after the issuance of the learner's permit before taking the driver's exam.



A. 30
B. 60
C. 90
D. 120


Answer: D. 120

Which of the following statements is true?

Which of the following statements is true?



A. On a road with two or more lanes traveling in the same direction, except to pass, stay in the right lane.
B. The No-Zones or blind spots on trucks are much smaller than your car's blind spots.
C. Always use your high beams when following a truck at night.
D. all of the above


Answer: A. On a road with two or more lanes traveling in the same direction, except to pass, stay in the right lane

When being stopped by a police vehicle, police recommend __________.

When being stopped by a police vehicle, police recommend __________.



A. open all vehicle doors as the officer approaches and get out of the vehicle unless requested to stay in.
B. drive as close as is safely practical to the left-hand edge or curb of the road, clear of any intersection, stop, and park.
C. limit the movements of the driver and/or passengers while stopping your vehicle.
D. all of the above


Answer: C. limit the movements of the driver and/or passengers while stopping your vehicle.

Which of the following statements is true?

Which of the following statements is true?



A. If it starts to rain on a hot day, pavement can be very slippery for the first few minutes; heat causes the oil in the asphalt to come to the surface, and the road is more slippery until the oil is washed off.
B. In a heavy rain, your tires can lose all traction with the road.
C. The best way to keep from hydroplaning is to slow down in the rain or when the road is wet.
D. all of the above


Answer: D. all of the above

Which of the following statements is false?

Which of the following statements is false?



A. A vehicle cannot be operated legally on any public highway without registration.
B. If you (or the vehicle owner) fail to maintain insurance, the insurance company will send a report of cancellation directly to you.
C. Connecticut law requires continuous insurance coverage on any registered vehicle.
D. none of the above


Answer: B. If you (or the vehicle owner) fail to maintain insurance, the insurance company will send a report of cancellation directly to you.

Which of the following statements is true?

Which of the following statements is true?



A. A poorly running engine may lose power that is needed for normal driving and emergencies, may not start, gets poor fuel economy, and pollutes the air.
B. Make sure that turn signals, brake lights, taillights, and headlights are operating properly by checking them from the inside of the vehicle.
C. Your exhaust system helps you control your vehicle and provides a comfortable ride over varying road surfaces.
D. all of the above


Answer: A. A poorly running engine may lose power that is needed for normal driving and emergencies, may not start, gets poor fuel economy, and pollutes the air.

Which of the following statements is true?

Which of the following statements is true?



A. On cold, wet days, shady spots freeze last and dry out first.
B. As you go faster than 35 mph on wet roads, your tires will start to ride up on the water like water skis; this is called "hydropluming."
C. Slow down at the first sign of rain, snow, or sleet, which all make the roadway slippery.
D. all of the above


Answer: Slow down at the first sign of rain, snow, or sleet, which all make the roadway slippery.

Which of the following statements is true?

Which of the following statements is true?



1. When the road is slippery, the vehicle's tires do not grip as well as they do on a dry road.
2. When the temperature is around the freezing point, ice can become wet; this makes it less slippery than at temperatures well below freezing.
3. Bald or badly worn tires will lose traction on wet roads at much higher speeds.
4. all of the above


Answer: 1. When the road is slippery, the vehicle's tires do not grip as well as they do on a dry road.