Florida DMV Permit Practice Questions Flashcards

Florida DMV Permit Practice Questions Flashcards What should you do if another driver is threatening you or intentionally driving dangerously around you?If another driver is threatening you or intentionally driving dangerously around you, remain calm and try to put as much distance between you and them as possible. Slow down and let them pass. Do not make eye contact; do not make obscene gestures. If you need help, callFHP(*347) or

• Florida Law states that a driver must move out of the

left lane when being overtaken from behind by another vehicle traveling at a higher rate of speed What should you do during a tire blow-out? 1. Take your foot off the gas. Do not use brakes.2.Concentrate on steering.3. Slow down gradually.4. Brake softly when the car is under control.5. Pull completely off the pavement/roadway.What does it mean if you see red reflectors on the lane lines facing you? What should you do?Red reflectors on lane lines always mean you are facing traffic the wrong way and could have a head-on collision. If you see red reflectors facing you on the lane lines, you are on the wrong side of the road. Turn around or get into the proper lane immediately! If you see red reflectors on the edge lines of the road, you are going the wrong way on an entrance or exit ramp. Pull over immediately! Turn around when it is safe to do so.What does a double solid yellow line in the center of the highway mean? A double solid white line?

Double Solid Yellow Line: Vehicles moving in either

direction must not cross these lines.(unless turning left

when it is safe to do so)Double Solid White Line: Crossing

a double solid line is not allowed.When may you drive in the left lane of a road with two lanes? With four lanes?On a two-lane highway you must always drive in the right lane unless you are overtaking and passing (where permitted).If the road has four or more lanes with two-way traffic, drive in the right lanes except when overtaking and passing.What are the penalties if you are at fault in a crash and you are not insured in compliance with the Financial Responsibility Law?If you are the driver or the owner of a vehicle involved in a crash that is your fault, DHSMV can require you to pay for the damages before your driving privilege is reinstated.What does a green arrow showing at the same time as a red traffic light mean you can do?If the red light is illuminated at the same time, you must be in the proper lane for such a turn.What are the time restrictions for a driver with a learner's license?Minors holding a learner's license must be accompanied by a licensed driver who is age 21+, and must only drive during daylight hours. After holding a learner's license for 3 months you may drive until 10 pm.What are the three main categories of distracted driving? Visual - Taking your eyes off the road Manual - Taking your hands off the steering wheel Cognitive - Thinking about anything other than driving.

When a projected load extends more than 4 feet from the vehicle, what must you use to clearly mark it in the daytime? At night?A load that extends beyond the sides of a vehicle more than four feet or more beyond its rear must be clearly marked. During the day, red flags at least 18 inches square must mark the extremities of the load.Are motorists required to stop or yield for pedestrians crossing the street?You must stop or yield for pedestrians crossing a street or driveway at any marked crossing, driveway, or intersection.If you hit a parked car and are unable to find the owner, what should you do?If you are in a crash with an unattended vehicle or other property, you must make every attempt to locate the owner and notify law enforcement. If you can't locate the property owner, you must leave a note including your name, contact info, and license plate number.What is the farthest away you can park from a curb?You must not park more than one foot away from the curb.When emergency braking, what is the difference between conventional brakes and anti-lock brakes (ABS)?

Conventional Brakes: Pump the brakesAnti-Lock Brakes

(ABS): Must press down hard on the brake pedal, hold it,

and steer out of danger.What does the Move Over law require you to do? You must vacate the lane closest to the stationary emergency vehicle, tow truck, sanitation, or utility vehicle.(Signal your intention to change lanes.)If you cannot move over safely, you must slow down to a speed of 20 mph below the posted speed limit.If a law enforcement officer stops a vehicle and a front seat passenger (under 18 years old) is not wearing a safety belt, who will be charged with the seat belt violation?Drivers will be charged with a seat belt violation if any passenger under the age of 18 is not restrained with a seat belt or child restraint device.If you are approaching a railroad crossing that does not have gates or lights and you see a train coming, what should you do?Stop and allow for the train to pass What is the recommended safe following distance? Keep a minimum following distance of four seconds during normal weather and traffic conditions.What is an open intersection? When must you yield right-of-way?An open intersection is one without traffic control signs or signals. When you enter an open intersection, you must

yield the right of way if: a vehicle is already in the

intersection; you enter or cross a state highway from a secondary road; you enter a paved road from an unpaved road; or you plan to make a left turn and a vehicle is approaching from the opposite direction.What can happen if you are found guilty of racing on the highway?Your license will be revoked, a court may also order that your license be revoked for certain other traffic offenses.Both your judgment and vision are affected after drinking alcohol. Which is affected first?A person's judgment is the first thing affected after drinking an alcoholic beverage.Unless otherwise posted, what is the speed limit for cars in a residential area?30 mph What are the steps for making a smooth stop? Check mirrors and blind spots for traffic to the rear.Release accelerator to allow vehicle to slow. Press brake pedal to activate brake lights and use a steady pressure for a smooth stop.

What happens to the force of impact when you double your speed? Triple your speed?When youdoublethe speed of a car, you increase its force of impactfour timesWhen youtriplethe speed of a car, you increase its force of impactnine times.When on the roadway, do bicyclists and moped riders have the same rights and responsibilities as motor vehicle drivers?Motorcycle and moped drivers have the same rights and duties as drivers of motor vehicles.What is the arm signal for a left turn? Right turn? Slow or stop?Left Turn: Arm straight outRight Turn: Arm in L shapeSlow

or Stop: Arm straight down

Where should you move your vehicle if you break down while driving on the highway?If your vehicle breaks down, you must move it completely off the pavement . (No more than six hours.) What age are children required to be in a car seat? In a car seat or booster seat?Children under age of 4 must be in a safety seat, and children ages 4 and 5 must be in either a safety seat or booster seat.If you have a learner's license, how many hours of driving experience are required to earn the Class E license?At least 50 hours of driving experience, of which 10 hours must be at night.What must you do if hauling a load of material which could fall or blow onto the roadway?You must use a close-fitting cover when hauling loads which could fall or blow onto the roadway (e.g., dirt, sand, gravel) Where is parking prohibited? CrosswalksSidewalksBicycle lanesIntersections BridgesOverpasses Tunnels In front of driveways By yellow painted curbs NO PARKING or DISABLED PERMIT ONLY zones On the roadway side of another parked vehicle (double parking) On highway pavement not marked for parking Anywhere that blocks or creates a hazard for other

vehicles Or within: 15 feet of a fire hydrant. 20 feet of an

intersection. 20 feet of the entrance to a fire, ambulance, or rescue station. 30 feet of a rural mail box on a state highway (8 am-6 pm). 30 feet of any flashing signal, stop sign, or traffic signal. 50 feet of a railroad crossing What is the minimum distance a motorist must give when traveling next to a cyclist?Florida law requires that you give bicyclists a minimum of three feet of clearance and use caution when driving alongside or passing them.When driving in the rain, fog, or smoke in the daytime, what lights should you use?You must turn on your headlights in fog, smoke, and rain.Parking lights are not a substitute.Are you required to notify DHSMV of any health problems that may affect your driving?Yes When can you be charged with driving under the influence

(DUI)?

You can be charged with Driving Under the Influence (DUI) if you are found to be driving or in actual physical control of a motor vehicle while under the influence of alcoholic beverages or controlled substances.What must you do when you see a pedestrian with a white cane in the street ahead of you?Come to a complete stop, yield the right-of-way, and use extra caution.What does a flashing yellow light mean? Left turns are allowed in the direction of the arrow. The oncoming traffic has a green light. Yield to oncoming traffic and pedestrians.

What should you do if your tires begin to skid while driving?1. Take your foot off the gas pedal.2. Do not use your brakes, if possible.3. Turn the vehicle's front tires in the direction you want to go (steer in the direction of the skid).4. If you are about to hit something see Emergency Braking, below.After a full stop at a red traffic light when may a driver turn right?After stopping, you may turn right if there is not a NO TURN ON RED sign and the way is clear.What does a single broken white line on the highway mean?You may cross this line to change lanes when it is safe to do so.What should you do if your right wheels go off the pavement while driving?

• Take your foot off the gas pedal.2. Hold the wheel firmly

and steer in a straight line.3. Brake lightly.4. Wait until the road is clear. Turn back on the pavement at slow speed (signal your intention).What should you do when driving on wet roads in the rain?Why?Slow down! Roads become slick during rainstorms and especially if it has not rained in a while (oil build-up on the highway). Wet road conditions will increase your braking/stopping distance, so be sure to increase following distance.In your vehicle, what should you adjust before you start your engine?Be sure vehicle is in park or neutral Adjust the seat so you can reach all controls Adjust all rear-view mirrors so that you can use them without having to lean forward or backward Move anything that blocks your view of mirrors or roadway Lock all car doors Put on your seat belt and make sure all passengers do the same.As a motorist, what should you do when preparing to turn right on a roadway with a bike lane?When crossing a bike lane to make a turn, yield to any bicyclist in the bike lane and make your turn behind the cyclist.What are bumper height requirements? Are they the same for every vehicle?Owners of automobiles and pickup trucks are required to have both front and rear bumpers mounted within certain height levels. Height limitations are governed by the net shipping weight of the vehicle, not the modified or altered weight. The maximum allowable heights between the pavement and bottom of the front and rear bumper

are:Vehicle Weight|Front|RearCars < 2500lbs | 22 in. | 22

in.Cars 2500-3499lbs | 24 in. | 26 in.Cars >= 3500lbs | 27 in. | 29 in.Trucks < 2000lbs | 24 in. | 26 in.Trucks 2000-3000lbs | 27 in. | 29 in.Trucks 3000-5000lbs | 28 in. | 30 in.Under what circumstances can you stop in the acceleration lane on an expressway?When traffic is too heavy or there is not enough space for you to enter safely.Why is texting one of the most dangerous of distracted driving behaviors?Texting requires all three types of distraction, making it one of the most dangerous of distracted driving behaviors.If your license and registration are suspended for being in violation of the No-Fault law, what must you do to get them reinstated?In order to lift the suspension, you will have to get insurance and pay a reinstatement fee ($150 to $500).