Michigan SOS Drivers License Test
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What type of sign is yellow with black letters?

  • Warning Sign (correct)
  • Information Sign
  • Guide Sign
  • Regulatory Sign
  • You must yield the right of way to which of the following vehicles?

  • Private passenger vehicles
  • Fire department vehicles (correct)
  • Tow truck with flashing red or amber light (correct)
  • Vehicles used by a nonprofit or charitable organization (correct)
  • When approaching a roundabout intersection, what do dashed white lines painted across the traffic lane mean?

    Yield to traffic

    What does a double solid yellow line down the middle of the roadway mean?

    <p>Vehicles on both sides are not allowed to pass or change lanes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should you do if you miss your highway exit?

    <p>Get off at the next exit and get back on the one you missed</p> Signup and view all the answers

    At what blood alcohol concentration (BAC) are you considered to be driving while intoxicated (DWI)?

    <p>.08</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should you do if you are taking medications while driving?

    <p>Check labels about side effects or ask your doctor</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the penalty for refusing to take a preliminary breath test (PBT) to determine if you're driving under the influence?

    <p>You will be charged with a civil infraction and fined $100 plus court costs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Children in which of the following categories are required to ride in a rear-facing infant seat placed in the back seat of a vehicle?

    <p>Children weighing less than 20 pounds</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of traffic signs are green or blue with white lettering?

    <p>Guide signs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should you do before turning left?

    <p>Yield to oncoming vehicles and turn left on left turn signal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should you do when you come to an intersection with a yellow flashing light?

    <p>Proceed carefully through the intersection</p> Signup and view all the answers

    At what blood alcohol concentration (BAC) are you considered to be driving while intoxicated (DWI) if you're under 21?

    <p>.02</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When are you allowed to park in a handicap parking space?

    <p>You can park in a handicap space if your vehicle has a handicap license plate, tag, or sticker</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements is true about what you should do if you're involved in a car accident?

    <p>You must stop regardless of the damage to property or personal injuries</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should you do to reduce the glare of headlights while driving at night?

    <p>Look to the right edge of the road</p> Signup and view all the answers

    It is illegal to use or flash your high beams within how many feet of an oncoming vehicle?

    <p>500 feet</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When are you required to renew your driver's license?

    <p>Every four years on your birthday</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What penalties could you face if you are arrested as a repeat drunk offender?

    <p>Driver's license suspension or revocation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Must you always drive at the speed limit?

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the speed limit in business and residential areas and school zones?

    <p>25 miles per hour</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A police officer's orders or directions take priority over what?

    <p>A traffic light or stop sign</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should you do when approaching a railroad crossing signal when the bell is ringing and the red lights are flashing?

    <p>Stop your vehicle until the bells and lights have stopped</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the hand signal for a right turn?

    <p>Put the left hand/arm up, keep the right hand/arm still</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should you do if you approach an intersection without traffic signals or a four-way stop intersection at the same time as another vehicle?

    <p>Yield to the driver on the right</p> Signup and view all the answers

    At what distance should you signal before making a left or right turn?

    <p>At least 100 feet</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Traffic Signs

    • Yellow signs with black letters indicate warning signs, alerting drivers to potential hazards.
    • Green or blue signs with white lettering serve as guide signs, providing information about routes and services.

    Emergency Vehicle Protocol

    • Yield to emergency vehicles such as tow trucks with flashing lights, nonprofit assistance vehicles, and fire department vehicles.

    Pavement Markings

    • Dashed white lines at roundabout intersections signal a need to yield to ongoing traffic.
    • A double solid yellow line indicates that vehicles on both sides may not pass or change lanes safely.

    Expressway Driving

    • If a highway exit is missed, exit at the next available off-ramp and re-enter at the missed exit.

    Drinking and Driving Regulations

    • A blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of .08 qualifies as driving while intoxicated (DWI) for drivers over 21.
    • For drivers under 21, a BAC of .02 is deemed driving while intoxicated (DWI).
    • Refusal to take a preliminary breath test incurs a civil infraction with a $100 fine plus court costs.

    Medications and Driving

    • When taking medications, review labels for side effects or consult a doctor to ensure safe driving.

    Child Safety Seats

    • Children weighing less than 20 pounds must use a rear-facing infant seat in the back seat of a vehicle.

    Traffic Light Procedures

    • At a yellow flashing light, proceed cautiously through the intersection.
    • When approaching a railroad crossing with flashing lights and ringing bells, stop until they cease.

    Handicapped Parking

    • Only park in a handicapped space if your vehicle displays a valid handicapped license plate, tag, or sticker.

    Car Accident Protocol

    • Always stop after a car accident, regardless of property damage or injuries involved.

    Night Driving

    • To reduce glare from oncoming headlights at night, focus on the right edge of the road.

    Headlight Use

    • It is unlawful to use or flash high-beams within 500 feet of an oncoming vehicle.

    Driver's License Renewal

    • A driver's license must be renewed every four years on the driver's birthday.

    Repeat Offender Penalties

    • Repeat drunk offenders face vehicle forfeiture, mandatory substance abuse treatment, and possible license suspension or revocation.

    Speed Limits

    • Drive below the speed limit if road conditions necessitate slower speeds.
    • The speed limit in business districts, residential areas, and school zones is 25 miles per hour.

    Police Directions

    • A police officer's commands take precedence over traffic signals and signs.

    Right-of-Way Rules

    • When two vehicles arrive simultaneously at an uncontrolled intersection, yield to the vehicle on the right.
    • Always signal your intent to turn at least 100 feet in advance of making the turn.

    Signaling

    • The hand signal for a right turn involves raising the left arm and hand above the elbow with the right arm remaining still.

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