Take 2026 Missouri Permit Test 16

QUESTION 1 / 24

Car drivers should know that large trucks:

Choose one answer below.

AHave large blind spots.✓BCan stop more quickly than passenger vehicles.✓CDo not need more room to maneuver than passenger vehicles.✓DAll of the above.✓

QUESTION 2 / 24

A steady yellow traffic signal means that a ____ light will soon appear.

Choose one answer below.

AFlashing yellow✓BSteady green✓CSteady red✓DFlashing red✓

QUESTION 3 / 24

If you stop at a railroad crossing with more than one track:

Choose one answer below.

AWait to proceed until you have a clear view of all tracks.✓BStop on the first railroad track and watch for another train.✓CGo through as soon as the train passes.✓DGo through when one of the tracks is free.✓

QUESTION 4 / 24

Which of the following are used on some highways to direct drivers into the proper lanes for turning?

Choose one answer below.

AFlashing red lights✓BFlashing yellow lights✓CWhite lines on the side of the road✓DWhite arrows in the middle of the lanes✓

QUESTION 5 / 24

Vehicle stopping distances never depend on:

Choose one answer below.

AYour own reaction time.✓BThe time of day.✓CThe condition of your vehicle's brakes.✓DThe condition and type of your vehicle's tires.✓

QUESTION 6 / 24

When may you proceed through an intersection that has a stop sign but no stop line or crosswalk?

Choose one answer below.

AAfter slowing down to verify that there is no cross traffic✓BAfter coming to a complete stop and verifying that it is safe to proceed✓CAfter you have stopped at least 20 feet prior to the intersection✓DAfter slowing down to a speed of 10 mph✓

QUESTION 7 / 24

A flashing red traffic signal at an intersection has the same requirements as:

Choose one answer below.

AA slow sign.✓BA yield sign.✓CA stop sign.✓DAn intersection sign.✓

QUESTION 8 / 24

This sign means: Image: https://www.dmv-written-test.com/images-car/new-york-two_way_traffic.png

Choose one answer below.

AFour-lane traffic ahead.✓BDivided highway ahead.✓CTwo-way traffic ahead.✓DIntersection ahead.✓

QUESTION 9 / 24

Seat belts are most effective when they are worn by:

Choose one answer below.

AThe person driving the car.✓BPassengers when they are on a long drive.✓CAll occupants of a car being driven on an expressway.✓DAll occupants of a car every time the car is driven.✓

QUESTION 10 / 24

At a light rail intersection, always:

Choose one answer below.

ALook both ways before crossing tracks.✓BPay attention and obey all traffic signals.✓CShare the road with pedestrians and bicyclists.✓DAll of these.✓

QUESTION 11 / 24

A red arrow displayed on a traffic light means that:

Choose one answer below.

AA driver must proceed slowly through the intersection.✓BA driver must stop and then proceed when the way is clear.✓CA driver must stop and then proceed when the signal changes to a green light or green arrow.✓DA driver may turn in the direction that the red arrow is pointing.✓

QUESTION 12 / 24

This road sign means: Image: https://www.dmv-written-test.com/images-car/virginia-t_intersection.png

Choose one answer below.

AAll traffic must turn right.✓BNo right turn.✓CAll traffic must go straight ahead.✓DA road joins from the right.✓

QUESTION 13 / 24

A red traffic signal light means that you must:

Choose one answer below.

AStop at the stop line.✓BStop before entering any crosswalk.✓CStop before entering the intersection.✓DAll of the above.✓

QUESTION 14 / 24

The fee for an instruction permit is:

Choose one answer below.

A$1.00.✓B$2.00.✓C$3.50.✓D$4.00.✓

QUESTION 15 / 24

Driving at night requires increased caution because:

Choose one answer below.

ATraffic moves faster at night.✓BThere is a larger volume of traffic at night.✓CDrivers cannot see as well at night.✓DAccidents occur more frequently at night.✓

QUESTION 16 / 24

To safely pass a bicycle, you should:

Choose one answer below.

AHonk at the bicyclist to let them know you're trying to pass.✓BDrive in the bicycle lane until you get a chance to pass.✓CSlow down and give them as much space as possible.✓DRush ahead to pull in front of the bicyclist.✓

QUESTION 17 / 24

When approaching a flashing red traffic light, drivers should:

Choose one answer below.

ADrive through the intersection if there is no crossing traffic.✓BContinue driving, as they have the right-of-way.✓CStop if a police officer is nearby.✓DTreat the light like a stop sign.✓

QUESTION 18 / 24

To check your blind spot before changing lanes:

Choose one answer below.

ALook into the left side mirror.✓BLook into the right side mirror.✓CLook into the rearview mirror.✓DLook over your shoulder in the direction you plan to move.✓

QUESTION 19 / 24

When is it illegal to drive below the speed limit?

Choose one answer below.

AWhen driving slowly disrupts the normal flow of traffic✓BWhen in heavy traffic in a construction zone✓COnly when driving in rural areas.✓DWhen driving under adverse weather conditions✓

QUESTION 20 / 24

Which of the following influence(s) the effects of alcohol?

Choose one answer below.

AThe amount of food in the stomach✓BThe body weight of an individual✓CHow much time passes between drinks✓DAll three choices✓

QUESTION 21 / 24

As alcohol builds up in your blood, it:

Choose one answer below.

ASlows down your reactions.✓BMakes you feel less confident.✓CBegins to metabolize itself more quickly.✓DDecreases the number of driving errors.✓

QUESTION 22 / 24

If another car is in danger of hitting you, you should:

Choose one answer below.

ASound your horn.✓BWave your arms.✓CUse your emergency lights.✓DFlash your headlights.✓

QUESTION 23 / 24

The act of turning your head and checking your blind spot before changing lanes, driving away from a curb, or merging your vehicle into traffic is:

Choose one answer below.

AA bad driving habit.✓BA good driving habit.✓CUnnecessary.✓DNot necessary if you use the rearview mirror.✓

QUESTION 24 / 24

What does a single dashed yellow line separating traffic mean?

Choose one answer below.

ADrivers may pass if it is safe to do so.✓BBoth lanes travel in the same direction.✓CDrivers may not pass.✓DDrivers may pass, even if it could be dangerous.✓