Mississippi permit test practice

What does a broken white line between lanes moving in the same direction mean?

1. ALane changes are prohibited in both directions
2. BA vehicle may cross it to change lanes safelyCorrect
3. CThe lane ahead is closed to traffic
4. DPassing is only allowed at intersections

Why: A broken white line means travel in the same direction is permitted on both sides, and a vehicle may cross it to change lanes when safe.

On a highway marked by a solid yellow line next to a broken yellow line, when may you pass?

1. AWhen the solid line is closest to your travel lane
2. BOnly when both lines are broken
3. CWhen the broken line is closest to your travel laneCorrect
4. DPassing is never allowed regardless of which line is closer

Why: If the broken yellow line is closest to your lane, you may pass with caution; if the solid line is closest, passing is forbidden.

How close must you stop when a school bus has its red lights flashing and stop sign extended?

1. AAt least fifty feet away from the bus
2. BAt least ten feet away from the busCorrect
3. CAt least two feet away from the bus
4. DAt least one hundred feet away from the bus

Why: You must come to a complete stop at least ten feet away from a school bus with its red lights flashing and stop sign extended.

When entering a roundabout, who has the right of way?

1. AThe entering vehicle, since it is merging
2. BWhichever vehicle signals first
3. CTraffic already circulating in the roundaboutCorrect
4. DThe vehicle approaching from the entering vehicle's right only

Why: Entering traffic must yield the right of way to vehicles already circulating in the roundabout.

How should following distance change when you are behind a large truck or bus?

1. AYou should follow more closely since trucks brake more slowly
2. BYou should allow even more room than for a carCorrect
3. CNo change from a normal car is needed
4. DYou should stay exactly one car length back at all times

Why: When you follow a large truck or bus, allow yourself even more room than you would behind a car.

When you are being passed by another vehicle on a two-lane highway, what should you do?

1. ASpeed up slightly to help the maneuver finish faster
2. BKeep right and hold your speed until fully passedCorrect
3. CMove toward the center line to give the passer more room
4. DFlash your headlights to acknowledge the pass

Why: When being passed on a two-lane highway, keep to the right and do not increase your speed until the other car has completely passed you.

What should you do if you have just had an argument or are feeling angry or grief-stricken before driving?

1. ADrive slower than the posted speed limit
2. BLet someone else driveCorrect
3. CPlay loud music to calm down
4. DRoll down the windows for fresh air

Why: If you have just had an argument or are worried, ill, angry, frightened, or grief-stricken, let someone else drive.

What should a cyclist do if traffic conditions make it difficult for motorists to pass?

1. ASpeed up to clear the area as quickly as possible
2. BPull off periodically so motorists are able to passCorrect
3. CRide in the center of the lane to block passing
4. DContinue at the same pace regardless of backed-up traffic

Why: If traffic conditions make it difficult for motorists to pass, a cyclist should pull off the road periodically to let motorists pass safely.

What is the fine range for a Second Offense DUI within five years?

1. A$250 to $1,000
2. B$600 to $1,500Correct
3. C$2,000 to $5,000
4. D$3,000 to $10,000

Why: A Second Offense DUI within five years carries a fine of $600 to $1,500.

At what age can a Mississippian indicate organ donor wishes when registering for a permit?

1. A18 or older, when registering for a permit
2. B15 or older, when registering for a permitCorrect
3. C21 or older, when registering for a permit
4. D16 or older, when registering for a permit

Why: Mississippians age fifteen and older who are registering for a driver's permit or ID card may indicate their wishes to be an organ donor.