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A comprehensive set of questions and answers for the rhode island driving test, covering topics such as alcohol and drug impairment, traffic laws, safe driving practices, and vehicle maintenance. It is a valuable resource for individuals preparing for their driving test in rhode island.
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What is the greatest hazard for a driver? - CORRECT ANSWER >>>>alcohol The legal drinking age in Rhode Island is? - CORRECT ANSWER >>>> Drunk Drivers cause more than: - CORRECT ANSWER >>>>1/2 of the collisions in which someone is killed How many people die each year in alcohol related collisions in the USA? - CORRECT ANSWER >>>>more than 25,
If you refuse to take a chemical test your license will be suspended for a minimum of how long? - CORRECT ANSWER >>>>180 days Collisions must be reported if damage is in excess of? - CORRECT ANSWER >>>>$1, A Limited Instructional Permit is valid for how long? - CORRECT ANSWER >>>>one year or until you reach the age of 18 What is the condition called that makes you feel that you are going slower than your actual speed? - CORRECT ANSWER >>>>Velocitizing What is the condition called that can be caused by long periods of driving? - CORRECT ANSWER
highway hypnosis
When parking UP HILL with a CURB you should always do what? - CORRECT ANSWER >>>>turn your wheels to the left The blind spot behind a large truck is? - CORRECT ANSWER >>>>over 50 feet long If you expect a truck driver to see you, how far back should you stay behind it? - CORRECT ANSWER >>>>50 feet back With a Limited Provisional License you cannot drive without supervision between 1:00AM and 5:00AM unless: - CORRECT ANSWER
driving to or from work or a volunteer firefighter activity To obtain a Full Operator's License you must? - CORRECT ANSWER >>>>Be at least 17 and 6 months old, have held a limited provisional license, have not been convicted of a motor
vehicle moving violation or safety belt infraction during the previous 6 months. Most vehicle collisions are caused by? - CORRECT ANSWER >>>>Human error and speeding What is the average driver's reaction time? - CORRECT ANSWER >>>>3/4 of a second Who has the right of way at an intersection that does not have traffic control lights? - CORRECT ANSWER >>>>The vehicle approaching you on the right When leaving a traffic lane to enter a parking space you must? - CORRECT ANSWER >>>>use a turn signal and move into the traffic lane closest to the parking space You cannot park within how many feet of a fire hydrant? - CORRECT ANSWER >>>>8 feet
You cannot park within how many feet of a crosswalk at an intersection? - CORRECT ANSWER >>>>20 feet You must use hand signals/directional lights at least how many feet prior to making a turn? - CORRECT ANSWER >>>>100 feet at a minimum When does the law require headlights to be turned on? - CORRECT ANSWER >>>>From sunset to sunrise, in rain and/or in snow, and when windshield wipers are in use. The speed limit in a residential area is? - CORRECT ANSWER >>>>25mph The current BAC set by Rhode Island law is? - CORRECT ANSWER >>>>.02% for anyone under 21 and .08% for any persons over 21
Collisions involving property damage in excess of $1,000 must be reported within how many days? - CORRECT ANSWER >>>>within 21 days to the insurance company You try to stop your vehicle, the gas pedal is stuck and you have already tried to kick it to jar it free and that does not work, what do you do?
The basic speed law requires you to? - CORRECT ANSWER >>>>drive only as fast as you can safely drive for existing conditions remembering never to exceed the posted speed limit Regulatory signs are ________________; warning signs are ____________; construction signs are _______________. - CORRECT ANSWER >>>>red or white; yellow; orange What is the correct procedure for turning left at an uncontrolled intersection? - CORRECT ANSWER >>>>yield the right of way to oncoming cars If a person uses any drug with alcoholic beverages, the adverse results are likely to be?
_______________ of all collisions are caused due to driver inattention. - CORRECT ANSWER
80% The fine for the first offense of driving while using your cell phone under the age of 18 is? - CORRECT ANSWER >>>>$ The penalty for not stopping for a school bus that has its red lights flashing and has stopped is? - CORRECT ANSWER >>>>up to a $300 fine and possible license suspension for up to 30 days What is the fine for not using a signal when turning or switching lanes? - CORRECT ANSWER $ The "I" in the IPDE system stands for: - CORRECT ANSWER >>>>Identify
The "P" in the IPDE system stands for: - CORRECT ANSWER >>>>Predict The "D" in the IPDE system stands for: - CORRECT ANSWER >>>>Decide The "E" in the IPDE system stands for: - CORRECT ANSWER >>>>Execute Explain the three (3) second rule following distance. - CORRECT ANSWER >>>>When the car in front of you passes a non moving object, you should count three seconds before your vehicle passes that same object. If it takes less than that, you are following too close. Alcohol slows you down. - CORRECT ANSWER
True Being tired does not affect you when you are driving. - CORRECT ANSWER >>>>False
Pep pills, uppers, and diet pills do not affect your vision and concentration. - CORRECT ANSWER >>>>False With a Limited Provisional Permit you can practice driving under the supervision of a licensed driver that is at least 21 years or older and has a valid driver's license for at least 5 years. - CORRECT ANSWER >>>>True Only passengers under the age of 16 years must wear a safety belt or be in a child restraint system. - CORRECT ANSWER >>>>False The distance your vehicle travels between the time you recognize the danger and react to it is called your Braking Distance. - CORRECT ANSWER >>>>False To guard against hydroplaning it is best to keep the tire pressure inflated to manufacturer's
recommended standard, reducing speed and being careful. - CORRECT ANSWER >>>>True The distance your vehicle travels from the time the brakes are applied to the time that the vehicle is brought to a stop is called the braking distance? - CORRECT ANSWER >>>>True Hydroplaning occurs when the front tires of your vehicle may lose contact with the road surface on a wet road. - CORRECT ANSWER
True If your vehicle is equipped with ABS the driver should pump the brake and keep pumping to be able to steer in the direction you want to go.
turn the wheel in the direction you would like to go. - CORRECT ANSWER >>>>True 1/6 of all crashes happen when one vehicle is turning left. - CORRECT ANSWER >>>>True Unless a law prohibits parking, a vehicle parked on a two way road must have its wheels a maximum of 10 inches from the right side of the road or curb and must also be facing the same way that traffic travels. - CORRECT ANSWER >>>>True When passing a vehicle you may have to pull back into the lane once you can see the headlights of the vehicle you have passed in your rear view mirror. - CORRECT ANSWER
True Children under the age of 8 should be transported in any rear seating positions of a
motor vehicle and properly restrained in a child restraint system. - CORRECT ANSWER >>>>True Drivers must stop for a school bus with flashing red lights activated when it is stopped on the opposite side of a divided highway. - CORRECT ANSWER >>>>False If you are stopped by a law enforcement officer at night you are required by law to turn on the interior lights of the vehicle and leave them on until you are told to turn them off or you are given permission to leave the scene. - CORRECT ANSWER >>>>True Implied consent means that any person who operates a motor vehicle does not need to be concerned about taking a blood test or breath test if pulled over for suspected drunk driving. - CORRECT ANSWER >>>>False
If you are 19 years of age and are caught driving while impaired, you could be fined, arrested, have your license suspended and have to serve community service. - CORRECT ANSWER >>>>True In Rhode Island, parking beside a vehicle stopped or parked at the side of a street is legal. - CORRECT ANSWER >>>>False During the "predict" step of the IPDE process, a driver takes action to avoid a crash. - CORRECT ANSWER >>>>False Rhode Island permits the use of headsets and earphones while driving - CORRECT ANSWER
False When parking uphill with a curb a driver should always turn their wheels to the right. - CORRECT ANSWER >>>>False
Every year driver inattention is a factor in more than 1.5 million crashes in North America. - CORRECT ANSWER >>>>True