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2026 Massachusetts Permit Test 2
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QUESTION 1 / 24
If a flagger is directing traffic in a construction zone, you must:
Choose one answer below.
A
Follow the directions given by the flagger.
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B
Copy what surrounding traffic is doing, despite the flagger's instructions.
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C
Assume the flagger is not supposed to be directing traffic.
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D
Follow the laws that would be in place if the area was not under construction.
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QUESTION 2 / 24
If another driver cuts you off in traffic, you should:
Choose one answer below.
A
Pull next to the driver and yell at them.
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B
Let it go.
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C
Flash your high beams at the driver.
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D
Get back at the other driver by cutting them off.
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QUESTION 3 / 24
You are coming to an intersection and have a green light. Pedestrians are crossing against the red. You should:
Choose one answer below.
A
Honk your horn.
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B
Speed up and pass in front of the pedestrians.
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C
Stop to let the pedestrians cross safely.
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D
Drive close to the pedestrians and frighten them so they’ll think twice before crossing against a red light.
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QUESTION 4 / 24
If you miss your exit on an interstate expressway:
Choose one answer below.
A
Stop and make a U-turn.
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B
Get off at the next exit and come back to the exit you missed.
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C
Roll down your window and ask the driver next to you for help.
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D
Back up on the highway.
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QUESTION 5 / 24
Always signal when:
Choose one answer below.
A
Changing lanes.
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B
Pulling into or out of a parking space.
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C
Pulling into traffic from an alley or parking area.
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D
All of the above.
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QUESTION 6 / 24
When you hear a fire engine siren behind you, you must:
Choose one answer below.
A
Slow down until it passes you.
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B
Drive with your flashers on.
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C
Pull over to the side of the road and stop.
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D
Speed up and take the nearest exit.
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QUESTION 7 / 24
What does this road sign mean? Image: https://www.dmv-written-test.com/images-car/new-york-stop.png
Choose one answer below.
A
Slow down and prepare to stop if cars are approaching you.
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B
Come to a full stop and go when it is safe to do so.
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C
Proceed carefully through the intersection, not always stopping.
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D
Stop only for traffic on an intersecting road.
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QUESTION 8 / 24
You notice that the driver in the vehicle ahead of you is driving with one hand and talking to a passenger. You should:
Choose one answer below.
A
Give the vehicle extra space.
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B
Know that the driver in the vehicle ahead is reducing their safety margin by being an inattentive driver.
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C
Avoid following the driver's example.
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D
All of the above.
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QUESTION 9 / 24
Alcohol:
Choose one answer below.
A
Slows reflexes and reaction time.
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B
Puts you to sleep.
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C
Wakes you up.
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D
Improves your judgment.
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QUESTION 10 / 24
What is the only way to reduce your blood alcohol concentration (BAC)?
Choose one answer below.
A
Drink coffee.
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B
Exercise.
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C
Allow your body time to get rid of the alcohol.
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D
Take a cold shower.
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QUESTION 11 / 24
This road sign means: Image: https://www.dmv-written-test.com/images-car/virginia-low_ground_railroad_crossing.png
Choose one answer below.
A
No passing zone.
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B
Winding road.
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C
Pedestrian crossing.
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D
Low ground railroad crossing.
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QUESTION 12 / 24
Tailgating is:
Choose one answer below.
A
Illegal.
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B
Inconvenient, but nothing more.
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C
The fastest way to get to where you're going.
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D
The best way to let drivers know they aren't driving fast enough.
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QUESTION 13 / 24
If you leave your vehicle unattended, you must:
Choose one answer below.
A
Turn off the engine.
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B
Lock the ignition and remove the key.
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C
Set the parking brake.
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D
All of the above.
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QUESTION 14 / 24
To help relieve fatigue on a long trip, it is a good idea to:
Choose one answer below.
A
Stop and rest every two hours.
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B
Do arm exercises every hour.
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C
Drive with one eye open at a time.
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D
Change feet on the gas pedal.
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QUESTION 15 / 24
Before changing lanes on a multilane highway, you should:
Choose one answer below.
A
Sound your horn.
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B
Turn on your headlights.
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C
Reduce your speed.
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D
Check your mirrors and blind spots.
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QUESTION 16 / 24
The most effective safety restraints in a traffic crash are:
Choose one answer below.
A
Only a lap and shoulder belt.
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B
Only an airbag.
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C
Both a lap/shoulder belt and an airbag.
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D
No safety restraints.
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QUESTION 17 / 24
Don’t follow other cars too closely because:
Choose one answer below.
A
You may not see the road between the cars.
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B
You may not have time to stop if the vehicle in front of you slows or stops suddenly.
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C
You may not see the vehicle's turn signals.
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D
You may not see the other vehicle’s brake lights.
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QUESTION 18 / 24
Night driving can be more difficult than driving during the day because:
Choose one answer below.
A
Cars overheat more quickly at night.
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B
Visibility is reduced in the dark.
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C
It is more likely to be raining at night.
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D
You are more likely to encounter a motorcycle at night.
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QUESTION 19 / 24
To be safe when crossing a railroad, you should:
Choose one answer below.
A
Look both ways, but only when the red light is flashing.
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B
Listen, look both ways, and then proceed if it is safe to do so.
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C
Cross especially quickly when a train is approaching.
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D
Quickly pass under any lowering gates.
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QUESTION 20 / 24
When approaching a steady yellow traffic light, drivers should:
Choose one answer below.
A
Accelerate to avoid a red light.
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B
Continue driving, as they have the right-of-way.
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C
Slow to a stop, unless they are already within the intersection.
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D
Check to see what the cars next to them are doing.
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QUESTION 21 / 24
A pedestrian starts to cross in front of your vehicle. You should:
Choose one answer below.
A
Flash your lights.
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B
Slow down.
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C
Speed up and pass in front of the pedestrian.
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D
Stop and let the pedestrian cross.
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QUESTION 22 / 24
If you want to get off the freeway but you have missed your exit, you should:
Choose one answer below.
A
Go to the next exit.
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B
Make a U-turn through the median.
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C
Pull onto the shoulder and back your car to the exit.
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D
Flag down a police officer for an escort back to your exit.
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QUESTION 23 / 24
Who is required to wear a safety belt in a motor vehicle?
Choose one answer below.
A
Only the driver
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B
Only adult passengers
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C
Only passengers under the age of 16
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D
All the vehicle's occupants
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QUESTION 24 / 24
What should you do when an emergency vehicle is approaching while displaying flashing red or blue lights?
Choose one answer below.
A
See if you can reach your destination before the emergency vehicle catches up to you.
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B
Continue driving but try to stay out of its way.
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C
Pull over to the side of the road and come to a complete stop.
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D
Stop in the middle of an intersection.
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