Take 2026 Massachusetts Permit Test 3

QUESTION 1 / 24

Look over your shoulder to check your blind spot when:

Choose one answer below.

APulling toward or away from a curb.✓BTurning left or right.✓CChanging lanes.✓DAll of the above.✓

QUESTION 2 / 24

Traffic signs and pavement markings:

Choose one answer below.

AMust always be obeyed.✓BAre merely suggestions.✓CMust be followed only when there is other traffic.✓DMust be followed only when a police officer is present.✓

QUESTION 3 / 24

When approaching a railroad crossing, you should:

Choose one answer below.

ASlow down.✓BLook for a train.✓CBe ready to stop.✓DAll of the above.✓

QUESTION 4 / 24

You are borrowing an unfamiliar vehicle from a friend. You should:

Choose one answer below.

ANot put too much thought into it because all vehicles are the same.✓BHide from your friend that you are unfamiliar with the vehicle.✓CDisregard any obvious defects to avoid embarrassing your friend.✓DTake a few minutes before driving to familiarize yourself with the operation and location of all the vehicle’s equipment.✓

QUESTION 5 / 24

Which of the following is true regarding seat belts and child restraints in vehicles?

Choose one answer below.

AYou should never place an infant or small child in the front seat of a vehicle with airbags.✓BAn airbag can be dangerous to an infant or small child, even in a low-speed collision.✓CYou should always make sure all your passengers are using a seat belt or child restraint.✓DAll of the above.✓

QUESTION 6 / 24

Signaling your intentions before turning, changing lanes, or driving away from a curb:

Choose one answer below.

AIs necessary only if other traffic is present.✓BIs a good driving habit and is required by law.✓CIs necessary only during the maneuver, not before.✓DIs not necessary if the maneuver is done slowly.✓

QUESTION 7 / 24

Which statement about speed is true?

Choose one answer below.

ADriving too slowly on certain highways can be dangerous.✓BSpeeding can kill.✓CSpeeding is not dangerous if you are a skilled driver.✓DBoth "Driving too slowly on certain highways can be dangerous" and "Speeding can kill."✓

QUESTION 8 / 24

If one of your tires blows out as you are driving, you should:

Choose one answer below.

ABrake hard immediately.✓BTry to steer straight while gradually slowing by removing your foot from the gas pedal.✓CMaintain your current speed and steer straight.✓DSwerve back and forth to alert traffic behind you.✓

QUESTION 9 / 24

What does alcohol do to your driving skills and judgement?

Choose one answer below.

AIt helps driving skills but harms your judgement.✓BIt harms both driving skills and judgement.✓CIt has no effect on either driving skills or judgement.✓DIt has no effect on judgement but it harms driving skills.✓

QUESTION 10 / 24

When changing lanes on a highway, you should:

Choose one answer below.

ASignal a lane change.✓BCheck your rearview and outside mirrors.✓CCheck your blind spot by glancing over your shoulder.✓DAll of the above.✓

QUESTION 11 / 24

At a four-way stop:

Choose one answer below.

AThe driver to arrive first has the right-of-way.✓BThe driver to arrive last has the right-of-way.✓COne driver should continue driving without stopping.✓DOne driver should wave the other drivers ahead.✓

QUESTION 12 / 24

If you begin to feel tired while driving, the best thing to do is to:

Choose one answer below.

AGet some coffee.✓BOpen your window.✓CStop driving.✓DTurn on the radio.✓

QUESTION 13 / 24

This sign means: Image: https://www.dmv-written-test.com/images-car/hawaii-hill.png

Choose one answer below.

ATrucks only.✓BTrucks are entering the highway.✓CUpcoming hill.✓DTrucks have the right-of-way.✓

QUESTION 14 / 24

If you are involved in a serious motor vehicle crash:

Choose one answer below.

AStop.✓BCall the police.✓CDetermine if anyone is injured.✓DAll of the above.✓

QUESTION 15 / 24

While operating a motor vehicle, drivers are permitted to text:

Choose one answer below.

AAt stop lights.✓BUnder no circumstances.✓CBy using voice-to-text.✓DIf they can send the text without looking at the phone.✓

QUESTION 16 / 24

As you drive, you're required to stop your vehicle:

Choose one answer below.

AAt an intersection with a stop sign.✓BWhere there is a red light.✓CWhen a traffic officer orders you to stop.✓DAll of the above.✓

QUESTION 17 / 24

What might happen when alcohol is combined with another drug?

Choose one answer below.

AThe effects of the alcohol and the drug may both be increased.✓BNothing will happen.✓CThe effects of the alcohol and the drug may both be reduced.✓DThe effects of only the alcohol may be reduced.✓

QUESTION 18 / 24

To change lanes you should:

Choose one answer below.

ACheck your mirrors and signal, then change lanes.✓BSignal, check your mirrors, check your blind spot in the direction you plan to move, then change lanes.✓CSignal, check your mirrors, and change lanes.✓DSignal and change lanes.✓

QUESTION 19 / 24

Which of the following statements is true?

Choose one answer below.

AA sudden change in weather calls for a change in driving.✓BYou should slow down when driving in rain and fog.✓CBe particularly aware of vehicles coming up behind you in inclement weather.✓DAll of the above.✓

QUESTION 20 / 24

When driving on major highways:

Choose one answer below.

AStay alert.✓BKeep your eyes moving.✓CBe ready to react to road hazards.✓DAll of the above.✓

QUESTION 21 / 24

You must stop at a railroad crossing when:

Choose one answer below.

ADirected to do so by a flagger.✓BIt is controlled by a stop sign.✓CFlashing red signals and gates are present and operating.✓DAll of the above.✓

QUESTION 22 / 24

Before switching on the ignition, you should:

Choose one answer below.

ABe sure only backseat passengers have buckled their seat belts.✓BBe sure only adult passengers have buckled their seat belts.✓CBe sure only child passengers have buckled their seat belts.✓DBe sure all of the vehicle's occupants have buckled their seat belts.✓

QUESTION 23 / 24

Stress can affect your driving by:

Choose one answer below.

ALowing your ability to focus on driving.✓BDecreasing your chances of an accident.✓CCausing you to fall asleep at the wheel.✓DMaking you more aware of others around you.✓

QUESTION 24 / 24

This sign indicates that: Image: https://www.dmv-written-test.com/images-car/south-carolina-steep_hill.png

Choose one answer below.

AThere is a steep hill ahead.✓BNo trucks are allowed on an upcoming hill.✓CA logging road is ahead.✓DThere are trucks on an upcoming hill.✓