Take 2026 Massachusetts Permit Test 4

QUESTION 1 / 23

Worn or bald tires:

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ACan make turning more difficult.✓BAre likely to hydroplane.✓CCan increase your stopping distance.✓DAll of the above.✓

QUESTION 2 / 23

Which of the following commonly causes traffic accidents?

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AInattentive driving✓BExcessive speed under the driving conditions✓CFollowing other vehicles too closely✓DAll of the above✓

QUESTION 3 / 23

Consuming which of the following substances may impair your ability to drive safely and may result in an arrest for driving under the influence of intoxicants (DUII)?

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ABeer, wine, and other liquor✓BControlled substances, such as illegal drugs or prescription medicines✓CInhalants, such as glue or paint✓DAll of the above✓

QUESTION 4 / 23

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

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AYou must turn left or right.✓BYou are approaching a T intersection.✓CThe road that you are on intersects with a divided highway.✓DYou are on an overpass above a divided highway.✓

QUESTION 5 / 23

The best way to avoid hydroplaning is to:

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AKeep your tires properly maintained.✓BSlow down when roads are wet or slushy.✓CWatch out for standing water or puddles.✓DAll of the above.✓

QUESTION 6 / 23

It is important to slow down:

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AOn narrow or winding roads.✓BAt intersections or railroad crossings.✓CWhen the road is wet or slippery.✓DAll of the above.✓

QUESTION 7 / 23

When approaching a railroad crossing warning sign:

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ABe ready to drive faster than the train.✓BBe prepared to stop if a train is nearby.✓CLook for a way around any lowered gates.✓DAssume no trains are nearby and continue driving normally.✓

QUESTION 8 / 23

If you are driving on the interstate and pass your exit, you should:

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AQuickly cut across traffic to make your turn.✓BMake a U-turn to go back to the exit.✓CContinue driving and use the next exit.✓DPut your vehicle in reverse to go back to the exit.✓

QUESTION 9 / 23

When turning or changing lanes, you must:

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AAlways signal your intentions, even when no visible traffic is present.✓BSignal only if there is visible traffic.✓CSignal only when driving at night.✓DSignal only when driving in heavy traffic at night.✓

QUESTION 10 / 23

Anything that requires you to ____ could cause you to crash.

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ATake your eyes off the road✓BTake your hands off the wheel✓CTake your attention away from the task of driving✓DAll of the above✓

QUESTION 11 / 23

If someone is driving aggressively behind you, you should:

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ATry to get out of the aggressive driver’s way.✓BStare at the driver as he or she is passing you.✓CSpeed up as he or she is passing you.✓DBlock the passing lane.✓

QUESTION 12 / 23

When approaching a school bus stopped with its stop arm extended, drivers should:

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ACome to a complete stop and wait to proceed.✓BHonk their horn before passing the bus on its left.✓CContinue driving when they think most kids are probably done exiting the bus.✓DPass the bus before its door opens.✓

QUESTION 13 / 23

Drinking alcohol and driving is:

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AA minor traffic safety problem.✓BA serious traffic safety problem.✓CSafe if you have only had a few drinks.✓DOnly dangerous to the driver who drinks.✓

QUESTION 14 / 23

Braking distance is affected by:

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AThe speed your vehicle is traveling.✓BThe condition of your brakes and tires.✓CThe condition of the pavement.✓DAll of the above.✓

QUESTION 15 / 23

Do not pass:

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AOn a hill or curve.✓BWhen school bus lights are flashing.✓CWhen approaching an intersection.✓DAll of the above.✓

QUESTION 16 / 23

Distracted driving may be caused by:

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AEating, drinking, or smoking.✓BTalking or texting on a cellular phone.✓CChanging a radio station or CD.✓DAll of the above.✓

QUESTION 17 / 23

When stopped for a traffic violation or at an equipment check, the driver must produce:

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AProof of insurance.✓BTheir license.✓CProof of registration.✓DAll of the above.✓

QUESTION 18 / 23

An intersection has no traffic signs or signals. You arrive at the same time as a vehicle to your right. You should:

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ASpeed up and get through the intersection.✓BSlow down and yield to the vehicle on your right.✓CDrive into the intersection and make the other vehicle stop.✓DHonk your horn and drive through the intersection.✓

QUESTION 19 / 23

If a crossing guard is directing traffic in a school zone, you must:

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AFollow the directions given by the crossing guard.✓BCopy what surrounding traffic is doing, despite the crossing guard's instructions.✓CAssume the guard is not supposed to be directing traffic.✓DFollow rules that would be in place if no children were present.✓

QUESTION 20 / 23

When approaching a curve in the road, you should reduce your speed:

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AOnly if you feel like it.✓BIf you feel unsafe.✓CBefore you enter the curve.✓DOnce you are halfway through the curve.✓

QUESTION 21 / 23

What are the colors of signs that tell you the distance to the next exit on a highway?

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AYellow with black letters✓BBlack with white letters✓CRed with white letters✓DGreen with white letters✓

QUESTION 22 / 23

You are driving on a divided multilane highway and see or hear the signal of an approaching emergency vehicle. You should:

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ADisregard the signal if there are other lanes available for the emergency vehicle.✓BStop as quickly as you can.✓CSlow down, move your vehicle to provide a clear path for the emergency vehicle, and stop.✓DIncrease your speed to get out of the way of the emergency vehicle.✓

QUESTION 23 / 23

A telltale sign of a drunk driver is:

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AThey are weaving between lanes.✓BThey are driving more slowly than the normal traffic flow.✓CThey are making quick and sudden stops.✓DAll of the above.✓