Rhode Island DMV Permit Practice Test 2026: Test de práctica 6

1. Pregunta 1 de 25

   Which of these is distracted driving?

   • AScanning the road ahead
   • BEating or changing the music while driving
   • CKeeping both hands on the wheel
   • DChecking your mirrors
   Ver respuesta

   Respuesta: B. Eating or changing the music while driving

   Any activity that takes your attention from driving is a distraction, including eating, talking and adjusting the stereo or GPS.

2. Pregunta 2 de 25

   What does this sign mean?

   • ADetour to the right
   • BRight turns only
   • CTraffic on this street moves only in the direction of the arrow
   • DKeep to the right of the divider
   Ver respuesta

   Respuesta: C. Traffic on this street moves only in the direction of the arrow

   Drive only in the direction of the arrow. You may not drive the other way on a one-way street.

3. Pregunta 3 de 25

   What does this sign mean?

   • ARight turns only
   • BThe right lane ends
   • CA side road joins from the right
   • DA sharp turn to the right is ahead; slow down a lot
   Ver respuesta

   Respuesta: D. A sharp turn to the right is ahead; slow down a lot

   A sharp turn needs a much lower speed than a gentle curve. Look for a yellow speed plate under the sign.

4. Pregunta 4 de 25

   Two cars meet on a steep, narrow mountain road where neither can pass. Which car has the right-of-way?

   • AThe car that is larger
   • BThe car with more passengers
   • CThe car facing uphill
   • DThe car facing downhill
   Ver respuesta

   Respuesta: C. The car facing uphill

   The vehicle facing uphill has the right-of-way. The vehicle facing downhill should back up until the other car can pass.

5. Pregunta 5 de 25

   How should you exit a freeway?

   • AStop on the shoulder, then take the exit
   • BSlow down in the main lane, then change lanes
   • CMove into the exit lane early, then slow down in the exit lane
   • DCross the painted area at the last moment
   Ver respuesta

   Respuesta: C. Move into the exit lane early, then slow down in the exit lane

   Get into the correct lane well before the exit, signal, and do most of your slowing after you enter the exit lane or ramp.

6. Pregunta 6 de 25

   What does this sign mean?

   • AHeavy vehicles must keep right
   • BThe lane is closed
   • COnly vehicles with two or more people may use this lane
   • DTrucks only
   Ver respuesta

   Respuesta: C. Only vehicles with two or more people may use this lane

   HOV means high-occupancy vehicle. 2+ means at least two people, counting the driver.

7. Pregunta 7 de 25

   Orange signs like this one are used for:

   • AParks and recreation areas
   • BSchool zones
   • CWork zones and other temporary traffic control
   • DMotorist services
   Ver respuesta

   Respuesta: C. Work zones and other temporary traffic control

   Orange is the color for work zones. Expect lane changes, lower speeds and workers on or near the road.

8. Pregunta 8 de 25

   A train has just passed a crossing with more than one track. What should you do before you go?

   • ADrive around the gates as they start to rise
   • BGo as soon as the last train car passes
   • CMake sure no other train is coming on another track
   • DFollow the car ahead closely across the tracks
   Ver respuesta

   Respuesta: C. Make sure no other train is coming on another track

   A second train can be hidden by the first one. Wait until the lights stop and you can see that all tracks are clear.

9. Pregunta 9 de 25

   What does the yellow diamond shape of this sign tell you?

   • AIt marks a work zone
   • BIt shows directions to a city
   • CIt warns of a hazard or change in the road ahead
   • DIt gives a rule you must obey
   Ver respuesta

   Respuesta: C. It warns of a hazard or change in the road ahead

   Diamond-shaped signs are warning signs. Slow down and get ready for what the symbol shows.

10. Pregunta 10 de 25

    What does this sign mean?

    • AU-turns are allowed ahead
    • BTurn around ahead
    • CA roundabout is ahead; slow down and drive counterclockwise
    • DDo not enter
    Ver respuesta

    Respuesta: C. A roundabout is ahead; slow down and drive counterclockwise

    At a roundabout, yield to traffic already in the circle and travel counterclockwise, to the right of the center island.

11. Pregunta 11 de 25

    What does a flashing yellow traffic light mean?

    • ASpeed up before the light turns red
    • BSlow down and go through with caution
    • CStop and wait for a green light
    • DThe signal is broken, so treat it as an all-way stop
    Ver respuesta

    Respuesta: B. Slow down and go through with caution

    A flashing yellow light is a warning. You may go, but slow down and watch for traffic and pedestrians.

12. Pregunta 12 de 25

    What does this sign mean?

    • AYou may not turn while the light is red; wait for green
    • BNo turns are allowed at any time
    • CThere is a red-light camera ahead
    • DYou may turn right on red after stopping
    Ver respuesta

    Respuesta: A. You may not turn while the light is red; wait for green

    In most places you may turn right on red after a full stop. This sign takes that choice away, so wait for a green light.

13. Pregunta 13 de 25

    Where is this pennant-shaped sign placed?

    • AOn the right side of the road
    • BOnly on freeway on-ramps
    • COver the middle of the road
    • DOn the left side of the road
    Ver respuesta

    Respuesta: D. On the left side of the road

    The yellow pennant is posted on the left side of two-lane roads, where you look before passing. It marks the start of a no-passing zone.

14. Pregunta 14 de 25

    Which road users are especially hard to see at night?

    • ATrucks with clearance lights
    • BPolice cars with lights flashing
    • CBuses with interior lights on
    • DPedestrians, bicyclists and motorcyclists
    Ver respuesta

    Respuesta: D. Pedestrians, bicyclists and motorcyclists

    People walking, cycling or riding motorcycles are much harder to see in the dark. Slow down and look carefully.

15. Pregunta 15 de 25

    You come to a traffic light that is completely dark because of a power outage. What should you do?

    • AHonk and keep going
    • BTreat the intersection like an all-way stop
    • CYield only to cars on your left
    • DDrive through if no cars are close
    Ver respuesta

    Respuesta: B. Treat the intersection like an all-way stop

    When a signal is not working, stop as you would at a stop sign, then follow the right-of-way rules.

16. Pregunta 16 de 25

    What does this sign mean?

    • AYou must not drive into this road from where you are
    • BThe road is closed to trucks only
    • CStop, then enter when the way is clear
    • DOne-way street; turn here
    Ver respuesta

    Respuesta: A. You must not drive into this road from where you are

    This sign is posted where you would be going the wrong way, such as a freeway exit ramp or the end of a one-way street. Do not enter.

17. Pregunta 17 de 25

    When is the road often most slippery in the rain?

    • AIn the first minutes after rain starts
    • BJust after the rain stops and the sun comes out
    • CAfter it has rained for many hours
    • DOnly at night
    Ver respuesta

    Respuesta: A. In the first minutes after rain starts

    When rain begins, it mixes with oil and dirt on the road and makes a slick film. Slow down right away.

18. Pregunta 18 de 25

    What does this sign mean?

    • AA highway patrol station is ahead
    • BA helicopter landing pad is ahead
    • CA hospital is nearby
    • DA hotel is nearby
    Ver respuesta

    Respuesta: C. A hospital is nearby

    Blue signs show services for drivers, such as hospitals, gas, food and lodging.

19. Pregunta 19 de 25

    What does this sign mean?

    • AThe left lane is closed ahead
    • BIf you are in the left lane, you must turn left
    • CLeft turns are not allowed
    • DYou may turn left from any lane
    Ver respuesta

    Respuesta: B. If you are in the left lane, you must turn left

    Get into the correct lane early. If you are in the left lane, you have to turn left at the intersection.

20. Pregunta 20 de 25

    At night you see red reflectors on the road facing you. What does this most likely mean?

    • AYou are entering a school zone
    • BYou are going the wrong way on a one-way road or ramp
    • CThe road ahead is wet
    • DYou are near a fire station
    Ver respuesta

    Respuesta: B. You are going the wrong way on a one-way road or ramp

    Red raised pavement markers face drivers who are going the wrong way on a one-way road or ramp. Turn around safely right away.

21. Pregunta 21 de 25

    You are involved in a minor crash. What must you do?

    • AWait in your car until the other driver leaves
    • BStop at the scene
    • CDrive home and call your insurance company
    • DLeave if the damage looks small
    Ver respuesta

    Respuesta: B. Stop at the scene

    If you are in a crash, you must stop, no matter how small the damage is.

22. Pregunta 22 de 25

    What does implied consent mean?

    • APolice may search your home at any time
    • BYou may refuse a chemical test with no penalty
    • CBy driving, you have agreed to a chemical test for alcohol or drugs if lawfully asked by police
    • DYour passengers must also be tested
    Ver respuesta

    Respuesta: C. By driving, you have agreed to a chemical test for alcohol or drugs if lawfully asked by police

    Under implied consent laws, getting a license and driving means you agree to be tested when an officer lawfully asks.

23. Pregunta 23 de 25

    A driver holds the left arm straight out the window. What does this hand signal mean?

    • ARight turn
    • BLeft turn
    • CSlowing down or stopping
    • DYou may pass me
    Ver respuesta

    Respuesta: B. Left turn

    The left arm held straight out means a left turn.

24. Pregunta 24 de 25

    At night, a car is coming toward you, as shown. When should you switch from high beams to low beams?

    • AOnly if the other driver flashes the lights
    • BWhen it is within 50 feet
    • CWhen it is within 500 feet
    • DWhen it is within 2 miles
    Ver respuesta

    Respuesta: C. When it is within 500 feet

    State laws generally require low beams within 500 feet of an oncoming vehicle, so you do not blind the other driver.

25. Pregunta 25 de 25

    What does this sign mean?

    • AA passing lane is ahead
    • BTraffic ahead travels in both directions on the same road
    • CTwo lanes go your way
    • DA divided highway begins
    Ver respuesta

    Respuesta: B. Traffic ahead travels in both directions on the same road

    You are leaving a one-way road or divided highway. Oncoming traffic will be beside you, so keep right.

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