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How fast can you drive in a school zone?
How fast can you drive in a school zone?
- 15 mph
- 20 mph (correct)
- 30 mph
- 25 mph
What should you do if you see a railroad crossing sign?
What should you do if you see a railroad crossing sign?
Look, listen and slow down; be ready to stop if a train comes.
What does a flashing red light mean?
What does a flashing red light mean?
Same as a stop sign.
What does a flashing yellow light mean?
What does a flashing yellow light mean?
A yellow center line, dashed or solid, means...
A yellow center line, dashed or solid, means...
A white dashed center line means...
A white dashed center line means...
The Basic Rule states that you must drive at a speed that is reasonable and cautious for existing conditions.
The Basic Rule states that you must drive at a speed that is reasonable and cautious for existing conditions.
The speed limit is the maximum speed considered safe for the area under ideal conditions.
The speed limit is the maximum speed considered safe for the area under ideal conditions.
The number one cause of rear-end crashes is from...
The number one cause of rear-end crashes is from...
The safe following distance is...
The safe following distance is...
How far before turning should you use your turn signal?
How far before turning should you use your turn signal?
General rule for turning:
General rule for turning:
When turning into a street, drive...
When turning into a street, drive...
When you enter a freeway or other highway, give the right of way to...
When you enter a freeway or other highway, give the right of way to...
When preparing to make a left turn, keep your wheels pointed...
When preparing to make a left turn, keep your wheels pointed...
Most common cause of traffic crashes:
Most common cause of traffic crashes:
If you are sleepy while driving you should...
If you are sleepy while driving you should...
True or false: it is safe to wear headphones while driving.
True or false: it is safe to wear headphones while driving.
You should scan the driving scene how far ahead?
You should scan the driving scene how far ahead?
When turning left, check your blind spot by...
When turning left, check your blind spot by...
If a vehicle behind you is following too closely, you should...
If a vehicle behind you is following too closely, you should...
Before you back up, make sure it is safe by...
Before you back up, make sure it is safe by...
You should only use your horn to...
You should only use your horn to...
When you are near an aggressive driver, you should...
When you are near an aggressive driver, you should...
If you are driving below the speed of traffic, which lane should you use?
If you are driving below the speed of traffic, which lane should you use?
If you have vehicle trouble on the freeway, what should you do?
If you have vehicle trouble on the freeway, what should you do?
Turn off your brights when a vehicle is within...
Turn off your brights when a vehicle is within...
The chances of a serious or fatal crash are greatest at what time?
The chances of a serious or fatal crash are greatest at what time?
True or false: it is illegal to play the radio so that it can be heard 50 feet or more away from your car.
True or false: it is illegal to play the radio so that it can be heard 50 feet or more away from your car.
If a pedestrian with a white cane is crossing the street, you should...
If a pedestrian with a white cane is crossing the street, you should...
Can you pass a vehicle that is stopped at a crosswalk?
Can you pass a vehicle that is stopped at a crosswalk?
When yellow lights are blinking on a school bus or school crossing sign, it means...
When yellow lights are blinking on a school bus or school crossing sign, it means...
True or false: you can cross a bike lane, but never drive in it.
True or false: you can cross a bike lane, but never drive in it.
The only motor vehicles that can briefly drive in a bicycle lane are:
The only motor vehicles that can briefly drive in a bicycle lane are:
What is the most frequent cause of collisions between motorcycles and cars?
What is the most frequent cause of collisions between motorcycles and cars?
When a school bus is flashing red lights or has a red stop sign lowered, you should...
When a school bus is flashing red lights or has a red stop sign lowered, you should...
You do not have to stop for a school bus only if...
You do not have to stop for a school bus only if...
When you hear or see an emergency vehicle:
When you hear or see an emergency vehicle:
The number one cause of crashes in Oregon work zones:
The number one cause of crashes in Oregon work zones:
In Oregon, when do traffic fines double for all traffic offenses?
In Oregon, when do traffic fines double for all traffic offenses?
How much alcohol does it take to impair your ability to drive?
How much alcohol does it take to impair your ability to drive?
Oregon's implied consent law means...
Oregon's implied consent law means...
If you are convicted of DUI for the first time, how long will you lose driving privileges?
If you are convicted of DUI for the first time, how long will you lose driving privileges?
If you have a traffic crash or collision, you must...
If you have a traffic crash or collision, you must...
If you do not report a crash to the DMV within 72 hours, what will happen?
If you do not report a crash to the DMV within 72 hours, what will happen?
Oregon's future financial responsibility law means...
Oregon's future financial responsibility law means...
This image represents a car parked facing _________.
This image represents a car parked facing _________.
The red in this picture shows the driver's ________.
The red in this picture shows the driver's ________.
A green colored sign contains ______ or ________.
A green colored sign contains ______ or ________.
This type of line is painted between two lanes going _______.
This type of line is painted between two lanes going _______.
This image represents a car parked facing _______.
This image represents a car parked facing _______.
All of these are pavement markings representing a __________.
All of these are pavement markings representing a __________.
Brown signs provide ______, ________, or __________ information.
Brown signs provide ______, ________, or __________ information.
This cyclist is signaling to __________.
This cyclist is signaling to __________.
In this image, a car in the left lane must turn left. In the right lane, a car may ____ _____ or ___ _______.
In this image, a car in the left lane must turn left. In the right lane, a car may ____ _____ or ___ _______.
The center lane in this image is to be used only for ___________.
The center lane in this image is to be used only for ___________.
This symbol is used on acceptable ___________________.
This symbol is used on acceptable ___________________.
The dotted line in this image shows where vehicles are __________.
The dotted line in this image shows where vehicles are __________.
White signs provide _____________ information.
White signs provide _____________ information.
These lines are painted between two lanes __________.
These lines are painted between two lanes __________.
This represents a ______ ______ at an intersection.
This represents a ______ ______ at an intersection.
At this signal, if the arrow is green, you have the _____ __ _____ to turn ______.
At this signal, if the arrow is green, you have the _____ __ _____ to turn ______.
This image shows ______________ parking spaces.
This image shows ______________ parking spaces.
At this intersection, car A arrived first. Cars B and C arrived at the same time. After car A proceeds, which car should go next and why?
At this intersection, car A arrived first. Cars B and C arrived at the same time. After car A proceeds, which car should go next and why?
This car did not ___________ in time.
This car did not ___________ in time.
This color and shape of sign is used to indicate __________.
This color and shape of sign is used to indicate __________.
Orange traffic signs are used for _____ or ________.
Orange traffic signs are used for _____ or ________.
This sign means ______________.
This sign means ______________.
This sign indicates that you may not _____________.
This sign indicates that you may not _____________.
This diagram shows how to __________________________.
This diagram shows how to __________________________.
This pavement marking indicates __________________.
This pavement marking indicates __________________.
This emblem is required on ________________ such as farm equipment on highways.
This emblem is required on ________________ such as farm equipment on highways.
You would see this shape of sign in a _________ __________.
You would see this shape of sign in a _________ __________.
This is the color used on _______________ signs; signs that tell you what you are NOT allowed to do.
This is the color used on _______________ signs; signs that tell you what you are NOT allowed to do.
Almost half of work zone crashes occur in the transition zone between the ______ sign and the ______ zone.
Almost half of work zone crashes occur in the transition zone between the ______ sign and the ______ zone.
This color of sign is used to indicate ________ _______ ahead.
This color of sign is used to indicate ________ _______ ahead.
Myth or truth? Coffee will sober you up so you can drive.
Myth or truth? Coffee will sober you up so you can drive.
Myth or truth? If you drink alcohol, even a little, your chances of being in a crash are greater than if you did not drink any.
Myth or truth? If you drink alcohol, even a little, your chances of being in a crash are greater than if you did not drink any.
Myth or truth? ANY level of alcohol in your blood impairs your ability to drive.
Myth or truth? ANY level of alcohol in your blood impairs your ability to drive.
Myth or truth? You may be found guilty and convicted of driving under the influence if you drive a vehicle while you are under the influence of liquor, a controlled substance, an inhalant, or any combination of these.
Myth or truth? You may be found guilty and convicted of driving under the influence if you drive a vehicle while you are under the influence of liquor, a controlled substance, an inhalant, or any combination of these.
The abbreviation for the offense of driving while under the influence of intoxicants is...
The abbreviation for the offense of driving while under the influence of intoxicants is...
This driver is signaling that he is about to ____________.
This driver is signaling that he is about to ____________.
True or false? It is illegal to drive in Oregon with any open container of alcohol inside the driver/passenger portion of the car.
True or false? It is illegal to drive in Oregon with any open container of alcohol inside the driver/passenger portion of the car.
What is the white line in front of the red car called?
What is the white line in front of the red car called?
What error is this driver making?
What error is this driver making?
This is a ______________ sign.
This is a ______________ sign.
True or false? If you are in the lane going in the opposite direction from a school bus flashing its red lights, you do not need to stop.
True or false? If you are in the lane going in the opposite direction from a school bus flashing its red lights, you do not need to stop.
One of the dangers of driving near trucks and buses is that they have larger _____________ on the side and even in back of their vehicle.
One of the dangers of driving near trucks and buses is that they have larger _____________ on the side and even in back of their vehicle.
Motorcycle riders have the ____________ rights and responsibilities on roadways as other vehicles.
Motorcycle riders have the ____________ rights and responsibilities on roadways as other vehicles.
This symbol, called a _______ _________, indicates that you may share the lane with bicyclists.
This symbol, called a _______ _________, indicates that you may share the lane with bicyclists.
Speed in school zones.
Speed in school zones.
You must always give _____ ___ _______ to pedestrians with white canes or guide dogs.
You must always give _____ ___ _______ to pedestrians with white canes or guide dogs.
You should slow down _____________ you enter a curve.
You should slow down _____________ you enter a curve.
This sign indicates that you should because.
This sign indicates that you should because.
NEVER discharge a _____________ of any kind across a highway.
NEVER discharge a _____________ of any kind across a highway.
Funeral processions are _____________ from some rules of the road.
Funeral processions are _____________ from some rules of the road.
A _________________, at least 12 inches square, must be shown at the end of a load that extends 4 ft or more beyond the body of a vehicle. If conditions limit visibility, a ____________ must replace it.
A _________________, at least 12 inches square, must be shown at the end of a load that extends 4 ft or more beyond the body of a vehicle. If conditions limit visibility, a ____________ must replace it.
Speed in residential areas.
Speed in residential areas.
Speed on all roads and highways not meeting other definitions.
Speed on all roads and highways not meeting other definitions.
Speed on most Oregon interstates unless posted otherwise.
Speed on most Oregon interstates unless posted otherwise.
Study Notes
Oregon DMV Driver's Permit Test Key Points
- 20 mph is the speed limit in school zones.
- At a railroad crossing, always look, listen, and slow down; prepare to stop if necessary.
- A flashing red light indicates to stop, similar to a stop sign.
- A flashing yellow light means to slow down and proceed with caution.
- A yellow center line indicates you are on a two-way road with traffic in opposite directions.
- A white dashed center line designates a one-way road with traffic flowing in the same direction.
- The Basic Rule requires driving at a speed reasonable for existing conditions.
- The speed limit reflects the maximum safe speed for ideal conditions in the area.
- Tailgating is the leading cause of rear-end crashes.
- Maintain a safe following distance of two to four seconds behind the vehicle ahead.
- Use your turn signal at least 100 feet before making a turn.
- When turning, aim to enter the closest legal lane in the direction you are heading.
- When turning into a street, approach just to the right of the center line.
- When merging onto a freeway or highway, yield to vehicles already on the road.
- Keep your wheels pointed straight ahead when preparing to turn left.
- Human error is the most common cause of traffic crashes.
- If feeling sleepy while driving, pull into a rest station and rest.
- It is not safe to wear headphones while driving (False).
- You should scan the driving scene at least 10 seconds ahead.
- Check your blind spot by glancing over your left shoulder when making a left turn.
- If a vehicle is tailgating you, slow down to encourage it to pass safely.
- Always get out and check behind your vehicle for children or pets before backing up.
- Use your horn only to prevent a collision.
- Stay calm around aggressive drivers: ignore gestures, avoid eye contact, and do not reciprocate aggressive behavior.
- Driving slower than traffic: use the right lane.
- If experiencing vehicle trouble on the freeway, move to the right shoulder and stay near your car for safety.
- Turn off high beams when a vehicle is within 500 feet.
- Most serious crashes occur late at night.
- It is illegal to play the radio loudly enough to be heard from 50 feet away.
- Always stop for pedestrians with a white cane crossing the street.
- You cannot pass a vehicle stopped at a crosswalk.
- Yellow lights flashing on a school bus or crossing sign indicate that children are arriving or leaving the bus or school.
- You may cross a bike lane but cannot drive in it.
- Only certain vehicles, such as farm equipment and official duty vehicles, can briefly enter a bicycle lane.
- Motorcycle-car collisions often result from drivers failing to yield right of way or turning left in front of a motorcycle.
- When a school bus displays flashing red lights, you must stop and remain stopped until the lights turn off.
- No need to stop for a school bus if you are on the opposite side of a divided highway.
- For an emergency vehicle, immediately drive to the right and stop until it passes.
- The top cause of crashes in Oregon work zones is inattention.
- Traffic fines double during any traffic offense in construction or work zones in Oregon.
- Any amount of alcohol can impair driving ability.
- The implied consent law means you consent to a breath, blood, or urine test if requested by an officer.
- A first-time DUI conviction results in a one-year suspension of driving privileges.
- After a traffic crash, you must stop, offer aid, and exchange information.
- Failure to report a crash to the DMV within 72 hours results in a suspension of driving privileges.
- The future financial responsibility law requires maintaining proof of future financial responsibility with the DMV for three years.
- Cars parked uphill must turn their wheels away from the curb.
- The red area represents a driver's blind spot.
- Green signs provide guidance or information.
- Lines between two lanes painted in the same direction indicate lane usage.
- Cars parked downhill must turn their wheels toward the curb.
- Crosswalks are represented by specific pavement markings indicating pedestrian crossing areas.
- Brown signs offer historical, cultural, or recreational information.
- A cyclist signaling with their left hand indicates a left turn.
- A car in the left lane must turn left, while a car in the right lane can either turn right or go straight.
- The center lane is reserved for turning left or entering from a left turn.
- The symbol on acceptable traction tires is specific to their class.
- Dotted lines indicate where vehicles may cross the bike lane to turn right.
- White signs convey regulatory information.
- Lines painted between two lanes going in the opposite direction indicate separate traffic flow.
- A bike box at intersections allows cyclists to position themselves ahead of vehicles.
- You must give the right of way to pedestrians carrying white canes or accompanied by guide dogs.
- Slow down before entering a curve for enhanced safety.
- Road signs indicating a curve suggest a decrease to 35 mph.
- Discharging any weapon across a highway is prohibited.
- Funeral processions are generally exempt from certain road rules.
- A red flag must be displayed at the end of any load extending beyond a vehicle body; a red light must be used in low visibility.
- 25 mph is the speed limit in residential areas.
- 55 mph is the maximum for non-specified roads and highways.
- 65 mph is the typical speed limit on most Oregon interstates unless otherwise posted.
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