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Anyone driving a motor vehicle on public roadways must carry a __________ __________ __________.
Anyone driving a motor vehicle on public roadways must carry a __________ __________ __________.
valid driver's license
Before you apply for your first license, you must pass a ___________ test, a __________ check, and a ______ test.
Before you apply for your first license, you must pass a ___________ test, a __________ check, and a ______ test.
knowledge, vision, road
A ___________ _______ ______ driver's license is issued to help a parent or guardian in farm work.
A ___________ _______ ______ driver's license is issued to help a parent or guardian in farm work.
restricted farm work
A special ________ ________ may be issued if there are no other licensed drivers in your household and you need to drive a motor vehicle for your medical needs or those of a ________ __________.
A special ________ ________ may be issued if there are no other licensed drivers in your household and you need to drive a motor vehicle for your medical needs or those of a ________ __________.
You must have proper _____________ to take the knowledge test, road test and when completing the application for a driver's permit, driver's license, or state identification card to verify your full ____ and ____ of _______.
You must have proper _____________ to take the knowledge test, road test and when completing the application for a driver's permit, driver's license, or state identification card to verify your full ____ and ____ of _______.
What documents are included as primary identification?
What documents are included as primary identification?
What documents are included as secondary identification?
What documents are included as secondary identification?
The knowledge test contains __________ choice and ____/false questions that show how well you know and understand Minnesota _________ law and _____ signs.
The knowledge test contains __________ choice and ____/false questions that show how well you know and understand Minnesota _________ law and _____ signs.
If you are __ years of age and under, you must apply for and hold a Minnesota instruction permit for at least ____ ________ before taking a road test.
If you are __ years of age and under, you must apply for and hold a Minnesota instruction permit for at least ____ ________ before taking a road test.
To pass, your normal or corrected vision must be at least / in either ____ useable eye or ____ eyes together.
To pass, your normal or corrected vision must be at least / in either ____ useable eye or ____ eyes together.
If you are under __ years old, you must also present a certificate that proves that you have completed an approved _______ __________ ______, including behind-the-wheel instruction.
If you are under __ years old, you must also present a certificate that proves that you have completed an approved _______ __________ ______, including behind-the-wheel instruction.
The road test consists of a demonstration of your vehicle's _______ equipment, your vehicle _________ skills, and a driving ___________ test.
The road test consists of a demonstration of your vehicle's _______ equipment, your vehicle _________ skills, and a driving ___________ test.
During the road test you will be examined and evaluated on your:
During the road test you will be examined and evaluated on your:
These actions will cause you to fail the road test immediately:
These actions will cause you to fail the road test immediately:
If you are under 18 years of age, your _______ or legal __________ must approve your application.
If you are under 18 years of age, your _______ or legal __________ must approve your application.
Under the graduated licensing system, anyone 18 years old and younger must hold an instruction permit for at least ____ ________ before taking a ______ ______.
Under the graduated licensing system, anyone 18 years old and younger must hold an instruction permit for at least ____ ________ before taking a ______ ______.
To qualify for an instruction permit you must:
To qualify for an instruction permit you must:
Endorsements are required on your license to drive ____________, buses, school buses, double and triple trailers, and to carry ______________ materials.
Endorsements are required on your license to drive ____________, buses, school buses, double and triple trailers, and to carry ______________ materials.
A driver's license issued by the state of Minnesota, expires on your birthday, and must be __________ every _____ years once you reach the age of __.
A driver's license issued by the state of Minnesota, expires on your birthday, and must be __________ every _____ years once you reach the age of __.
The fee for a Class D, regular or under 21 is _______.
The fee for a Class D, regular or under 21 is _______.
The fee for a Provisional license is _______.
The fee for a Provisional license is _______.
The fee for a Class D instruction permit is ________.
The fee for a Class D instruction permit is ________.
Minnesota speed limits are: __ mph in alleys, __ mph in urban areas, __ mph in all other locations not listed. In school zones, ________ speed when children are present.
Minnesota speed limits are: __ mph in alleys, __ mph in urban areas, __ mph in all other locations not listed. In school zones, ________ speed when children are present.
Speed decreases your _____ ___ ______. That is why it is important to slow down when you ________ another roadway.
Speed decreases your _____ ___ ______. That is why it is important to slow down when you ________ another roadway.
Always ________ your lane change in advance to warn other traffic.
Always ________ your lane change in advance to warn other traffic.
Improper turns are the cause of many traffic:
Improper turns are the cause of many traffic:
At least ____ feet before the turn, signal your intent.
At least ____ feet before the turn, signal your intent.
At some intersections, you may turn ______ after stopping for a ___ light if you are in the correct turn lane and your path is ______.
At some intersections, you may turn ______ after stopping for a ___ light if you are in the correct turn lane and your path is ______.
U-turns are not allowed on ___________ ____________.
U-turns are not allowed on ___________ ____________.
U-turns are illegal near the top of a hill or on curves where drivers of other vehicles cannot see you within ____ feet.
U-turns are illegal near the top of a hill or on curves where drivers of other vehicles cannot see you within ____ feet.
NO U-TURN signs are _______ where U-turns are not allowed.
NO U-TURN signs are _______ where U-turns are not allowed.
When another car is trying to pass you, stay in your ______ ______ and do not _______ _______.
When another car is trying to pass you, stay in your ______ ______ and do not _______ _______.
Do not attempt to pass another vehicle in these areas:
Do not attempt to pass another vehicle in these areas:
Backing up is not allowed on ________ or __________ unless the driver of an emergency vehicle must do so while doing their job.
Backing up is not allowed on ________ or __________ unless the driver of an emergency vehicle must do so while doing their job.
When properly parked parallel to a curb, the wheels on one side of your vehicle that is alongside the curb must be within _____ _________ of the curb.
When properly parked parallel to a curb, the wheels on one side of your vehicle that is alongside the curb must be within _____ _________ of the curb.
Of all the safety equipment in your vehicle, the _____ ______ is most likely to save lives.
Of all the safety equipment in your vehicle, the _____ ______ is most likely to save lives.
Seat belts must be worn by _____.
Seat belts must be worn by _____.
Your chances of being _______ or _______ in a crash are _____ times greater when you are thrown from your car than when you are buckled up.
Your chances of being _______ or _______ in a crash are _____ times greater when you are thrown from your car than when you are buckled up.
The proper use of a _______ __________ ________ system is required for all children under the age of ___.
The proper use of a _______ __________ ________ system is required for all children under the age of ___.
Rear-facing infant seats should never be used in a seat equipped with an _______ ______.
Rear-facing infant seats should never be used in a seat equipped with an _______ ______.
Air bags provide supplemental protection to the _______ _______ _______. They offer little protection in a _____ or rollover _______. For maximum safety, lap and __________ belts should always be used.
Air bags provide supplemental protection to the _______ _______ _______. They offer little protection in a _____ or rollover _______. For maximum safety, lap and __________ belts should always be used.
Air bag safety suggestions:
Air bag safety suggestions:
Careless driving is defined as driving or stopping a motor vehicle on a public roadway in a __________ or __________ way that shows __________ for the lives and safety of others.
Careless driving is defined as driving or stopping a motor vehicle on a public roadway in a __________ or __________ way that shows __________ for the lives and safety of others.
Reckless driving is defined as driving a motor vehicle in a manner that shows ________ or _______ disregard for the safety of other persons or property.
Reckless driving is defined as driving a motor vehicle in a manner that shows ________ or _______ disregard for the safety of other persons or property.
It is against the law to use a motor vehicle to _____ a peace officer who is on _______ _____.
It is against the law to use a motor vehicle to _____ a peace officer who is on _______ _____.
A motor vehicle driven on a public road must be covered by _______ and _________ insurance.
A motor vehicle driven on a public road must be covered by _______ and _________ insurance.
You must carry _______ of _________ coverage when you drive on a public road.
You must carry _______ of _________ coverage when you drive on a public road.
You must stop at the stop sign, at a clearly marked _____ ____, or the _________ before entering the intersection.
You must stop at the stop sign, at a clearly marked _____ ____, or the _________ before entering the intersection.
Flashing red lights tell the driver that the school bus is _______ and is ________ or ________ students.
Flashing red lights tell the driver that the school bus is _______ and is ________ or ________ students.
You may not move until the stop arm is ________ and the red lights are _____ flashing.
You may not move until the stop arm is ________ and the red lights are _____ flashing.
You are guilty of a gross misdemeanor if:
You are guilty of a gross misdemeanor if:
When you apply for an initial license you must certify by signing the application that you ___________ your ____________ to stop for a school bus and the __________ for violating this important law.
When you apply for an initial license you must certify by signing the application that you ___________ your ____________ to stop for a school bus and the __________ for violating this important law.
You must yield:
You must yield:
You must yield:
You must yield:
You must yield:
You must yield:
Yield the right-of-way to a pedestrian crossing at _____________ and ___________.
Yield the right-of-way to a pedestrian crossing at _____________ and ___________.
It is illegal for a driver to _____ another vehicle stopped at a crosswalk or intersection to allow __________ to ______.
It is illegal for a driver to _____ another vehicle stopped at a crosswalk or intersection to allow __________ to ______.
Stop behind the ________, marked or unmarked, when waiting at a _____ sign or ____ light.
Stop behind the ________, marked or unmarked, when waiting at a _____ sign or ____ light.
If necessary, stop behind a crosswalk when making ______ or _______ turns and _______ to pedestrians in the crosswalk.
If necessary, stop behind a crosswalk when making ______ or _______ turns and _______ to pedestrians in the crosswalk.
Before making a turn on a _____ light, drivers must stop to yield to pedestrians in the crosswalk.
Before making a turn on a _____ light, drivers must stop to yield to pedestrians in the crosswalk.
Motorcycle riders have the _______ ________ and responsibilities as other motorists.
Motorcycle riders have the _______ ________ and responsibilities as other motorists.
On a level highway, it takes three to _____ seconds longer to pass a truck than a car.
On a level highway, it takes three to _____ seconds longer to pass a truck than a car.
If you are following a truck, stay out of its ___ _____- ______ ______ to the front, sides, and rear of the truck.
If you are following a truck, stay out of its ___ _____- ______ ______ to the front, sides, and rear of the truck.
Trucks make _____ turns and sometimes must leave an _____ _______ to the right before the turn.
Trucks make _____ turns and sometimes must leave an _____ _______ to the right before the turn.
It is _______ to cross the center of a roadway to pass any vehicle within _____ feet of a railroad crossing.
It is _______ to cross the center of a roadway to pass any vehicle within _____ feet of a railroad crossing.
If the gates are lowered across the tracks, it is illegal to ______ ________ or under them.
If the gates are lowered across the tracks, it is illegal to ______ ________ or under them.
When the last car of a train passes, do not ______ across the tracks until you are sure a ________ train is not coming on another ______- from either direction.
When the last car of a train passes, do not ______ across the tracks until you are sure a ________ train is not coming on another ______- from either direction.
Never _____ a train to see who will make it to the crossing first.
Never _____ a train to see who will make it to the crossing first.
Never shift ______ while you are in the middle of a crossing.
Never shift ______ while you are in the middle of a crossing.
If you disobey any speed limit in a work zone, the fine is __________.
If you disobey any speed limit in a work zone, the fine is __________.
________- Prohibits and commands.
________- Prohibits and commands.
________- Regulates.
________- Regulates.
_________- Warns.
_________- Warns.
_______- Warns and controls pedestrians, bicycle crossings, school areas.
_______- Warns and controls pedestrians, bicycle crossings, school areas.
_________- Warns and controls construction zones.
_________- Warns and controls construction zones.
_______- Guides and informs.
_______- Guides and informs.
_______- Services for motorists.
_______- Services for motorists.
_______- Historic, culture, or recreation sites.
_______- Historic, culture, or recreation sites.
_______ signs tell you what to do.
_______ signs tell you what to do.
When you see a sign with a red circle and ________ mark across a black arrow or symbol, it means ____ _____ ____ whatever is shown.
When you see a sign with a red circle and ________ mark across a black arrow or symbol, it means ____ _____ ____ whatever is shown.
________ _______ signs indicate the maximum speed limit.
________ _______ signs indicate the maximum speed limit.
If there is more than one track, a sign below the ________ indicates the _______ of tracks.
If there is more than one track, a sign below the ________ indicates the _______ of tracks.
Early _______ signs, pavement _________, _______, and flashing ____ lights are used at railroad crossings.
Early _______ signs, pavement _________, _______, and flashing ____ lights are used at railroad crossings.
Warning signs alert you to __________ _________ ahead.
Warning signs alert you to __________ _________ ahead.
Orange signs with black letters are used in __________ and _______ zones. These signs warn drivers of ____________ ______ of traffic, ________, and other road _____ hazards.
Orange signs with black letters are used in __________ and _______ zones. These signs warn drivers of ____________ ______ of traffic, ________, and other road _____ hazards.
If a traffic signal is out of order, ______ as you would for a - ______ sign.
If a traffic signal is out of order, ______ as you would for a - ______ sign.
A steady red light means _____.
A steady red light means _____.
A red arrow means _____.
A red arrow means _____.
Treat a flashing light like a _____ sign.
Treat a flashing light like a _____ sign.
A steady yellow light or arrow means _______- the signal is about to turn red.
A steady yellow light or arrow means _______- the signal is about to turn red.
A flashing yellow light or arrow means ________.
A flashing yellow light or arrow means ________.
A green light means _______.
A green light means _______.
A green arrow means you can safely _______ in the _________ of the arrow.
A green arrow means you can safely _______ in the _________ of the arrow.
Ramp meters are used during periods of _______ ________ to reduce traffic jams.
Ramp meters are used during periods of _______ ________ to reduce traffic jams.
Pavement markings ________ and __________ traffic, just like road signs.
Pavement markings ________ and __________ traffic, just like road signs.
A line of _________ dashes is used to separate lanes of traffic moving in the same direction.
A line of _________ dashes is used to separate lanes of traffic moving in the same direction.
A solid white line is used to indicate where movement between lanes of traffic is ____________.
A solid white line is used to indicate where movement between lanes of traffic is ____________.
Yellow lines separate traffic moving in ____________ ___________.
Yellow lines separate traffic moving in ____________ ___________.
Where passing is allowed, a line of _______ _________ is used.
Where passing is allowed, a line of _______ _________ is used.
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Study Notes
Driver's License Requirements
- A valid driver's license is mandatory for driving on public roadways.
- Applicants must pass a knowledge test, vision check, and road test.
- A restricted farm work license is available to assist parents or guardians in farm activities.
- A medical license can be issued if no licensed drivers are available for family medical needs.
- Proper identification is required for all tests and applications, proving name and date of birth.
Identification Documents
- Primary identification includes a certified birth certificate, passport, and INS documents.
- Secondary identification can be another primary document, a driver’s license, school IDs, and various certificates.
Knowledge and Vision Testing
- The knowledge test consists of multiple-choice and true/false questions about Minnesota traffic laws.
- Individuals under 18 must hold an instruction permit for at least six months prior to the road test.
- Corrected or normal vision must be at least 20/40 in one or both eyes.
Driver Education
- Those under 18 must complete a driver education course, including behind-the-wheel instruction.
- The road test examines vehicle safety equipment, control skills, and performance while driving.
Road Test Evaluation
- During the road test, you will be evaluated on vehicle control, parking, response to conditions, and signaling.
- Immediate failure can occur from disobeying traffic laws, reckless driving, or not cooperating with the examiner.
Parental Approval and Licensing
- Under 18 requires parent or guardian approval for licensing applications.
- Graduated licensing mandates instruction permits held for at least six months before the road test.
Endorsements and Fees
- Endorsements are necessary for motorcycles, buses, and hazardous material transport.
- A Class D driver's license expires on your birthday and must be renewed every four years after age 21.
- Fees: Class D license - $32.00, provisional license - $19.25, instruction permit - $15.50.
Speed Limits and Traffic Regulations
- Speed limits: 10 mph in alleys, 30 mph in urban areas, and 55 mph in all other locations; reduce speed in school zones.
- Speed affects visibility and should decrease near intersecting roadways.
Lane Changes and Turns
- Always signal lane changes in advance.
- Properly signaling and turning at least 100 feet before the turn prevents crashes.
- U-turns are prohibited on interstate freeways and near hills or curves with limited visibility.
Safety Regulations
- Seat belts must be worn by all, significantly reducing the chance of injury or death in crashes.
- Child passenger restraints are mandatory for children under four.
Reckless and Careless Driving
- Careless driving shows disregard for safety, while reckless driving demonstrates willful or wanton disregard for others' safety.
- It's illegal to use a vehicle to flee a peace officer or operate without no-fault and liability insurance.
Pedestrian Safety
- Stop at stop signs and crosswalks; do not pass vehicles allowing pedestrians to cross.
- Yield to pedestrians at intersections and marked crosswalks.
Truck and Train Regulations
- Follow trucks cautiously, maintaining distance from their blind spots.
- Never cross train tracks when gates are lowered, and do not race a train.
Traffic Signs and Signals
- Regulatory signs are red, white indicates regulations, and yellow warns of hazards.
- Traffic lights: Red means stop, yellow indicates caution, and green means go.
Pavement Markings
- White dashed lines separate lanes in the same direction; solid white discourages lane changes.
- Yellow lines indicate opposite traffic directions, with dashed lines allowing passing.
Work Zone Regulations
- Fines for speeding in work zones are doubled to enhance safety.
- Orange signs signal construction or work zones, warning drivers of potential hazards.
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