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#1. A good piece of advice to avoid unnecessary braking when driving is to:
To be a good driver, you must know what is happening around your vehicle. You must look ahead, to the sides, and behind the vehicle. Scanning helps you to see problems ahead, vehicles and people that may be in the road by the time you reach them, signs warning of problems ahead, and signs giving you directions.
Drivers who look ahead, can slow down gradually, or change lanes and avoid unnecessary braking.
#2. If you are involved in a traffic accident where someone is injured, you must always:
If someone is injured, get help. Make sure the police and emergency medical or rescue squad have been called. If there is a fire, tell this to the police when they are called.
Do not move the injured unless they are in a burning vehicle or in other immediate danger of being hit by another vehicle.
#3. You approach an intersection. Where should you stop if there is a stop sign but no stop line or crosswalk?
When required to stop because of a sign or signal, you must stop before a stop line on the pavement. If there is no stop line, stop before entering the nearest crosswalk or before entering the intersection if there is no crosswalk.
#4. Montana's General Speed Rule says:
Posted speed limits do not tell you at what speed to drive. You must drive at a speed that is safe for conditions.
Montana Code says you must drive at a speed no greater than is reasonable and prudent under the conditions existing.
#5. This red and white sign means:
The do not enter sign usually tells you that the road or street ahead is for one-way traffic traveling in the opposite direction. You must not enter the street so marked. It may be a one-way street in the opposite direction, or all vehicular traffic may be prohibited.
#6. When passing a bicyclist:
Treat bicyclists with respect. You share the road with bicyclists just as you do any other legitimate user of our roadways. Do not honk your horn, yell, or swerve toward a bicyclist. This may startle the bicyclist and cause a serious crash. Pass a bicyclist only when it can be done safely. Give the cyclist a recommended five-foot distance between them and your motor vehicle.
#7. Which is true about signaling?
Always signal to other drivers when you plan to turn left, right, slow down, or stop. Signals may be given by hand-and-arm positions or by using the vehicle’s signal lights.
Even though vehicles are equipped with turn and brake lights, you must know the basic hand signals as well. Use them when your signal lights are not working or hard to see for others.
#8. An HOV lane is reserved for:
HOV stands for High Occupancy Vehicles and indicates lanes reserved for vehicles with more than one person in them.
#9. Your lane ends ahead, and there is a large truck in the lane beside you. What is the best thing to do?
Slow down and merge behind the truck. Cutting into the open space in front of a truck is dangerous.
#10. When a traffic signal is showing a flashing red light, you must:
A flashing red signal means the same as a stop sign. Come to a complete stop. Look to the left, right, and ahead, yield to traffic and pedestrians and proceed when it is safe to do so.
#11. What does a solid white line between lanes mean?
Solid white lines mark traffic lanes going in the same direction and is used where crossing the lane line markings is discouraged.
#12. To avoid glare from the high-beam headlights of an approaching car:
When meeting traffic at night, avoid looking directly at oncoming headlights. Instead, watch the right edge of the roadway and if an oncoming driver flicks his lights at you, check to be sure you have dimmed yours. The law not only requires dimming for approaching traffic, but it is courteous and safer to do so.
#13. At dusk or on overcast days, you should:
At dusk or on overcast days, you should turn on your headlights.
#14. When a police officer is directing you to drive against a red light, you should:
You must obey any traffic direction, order, or signal by a law enforcement officer.
#15. When making a left turn, do NOT:
You should not keep close to the right edge pavement marking.
To make a left turn, drive close to the center divider line or into the left turn lane, not to the right side.
#16. State law requires child restraints or safety belt use:
No person may drive a motor vehicle in Montana unless each occupant is wearing a properly adjusted and fastened safety belt. Children up to age 6 and 60 pounds must be buckled in a child safety seat.
#17. What is the best thing to do if you feel tired while driving?
Never drive if you are sleepy. It is better to stop and take a nap than to take a chance thinking you can stay awake. If possible, switch driving tasks with another driver so you can sleep while they drive.
#18. When is it recommended that you adjust your speed to a crawl?
If there is snow or ice on the road, slow down. On packed snow you should cut your speed in half. Use snow tires or chains when the road is covered with snow. On ice, you must slow to a crawl. It is very dangerous to drive on ice.
#19. Which light indicates that you may make an unprotected turn (oncoming traffic has a green light)?
A flashing yellow arrow means left turns are allowed, but you must first yield to oncoming traffic and pedestrians. Oncoming traffic has a green light. You must determine if there is a safe gap before turning.
#20. A yield sign in your lane:
Remember, it is your responsibility to slow down and give vehicles crossing your path the right-of-way. If the way is clear, you may move forward slowly without stopping. Yield signs are usually placed where auxiliary roads lead into major roads.
#21. State laws say:
The law says who must yield the right-of-way. It does not give anyone the right-of-way.
When you can prevent a crash by yielding the right-of-way, regardless of who was supposed to yield, it is of course the right thing to do. You must do everything you can to prevent striking a pedestrian or another vehicle, regardless of the circumstances.
#22. A teenager may obtain a Traffic Education Learner License (TELL) at age:
A teenager may obtain a Traffic Education Learner License (TELL) as early as age 14 1/2 years old only if they is participating in or has successfully completed a state-approved traffic education program (online courses are not approved).
#23. A rule of thumb is to leave a three-second gap between your vehicle and the one in front when conditions are:
The law requires that you do not follow another vehicle more closely than is reasonable and prudent, having due regard for the speed of such vehicles and the traffic upon and the condition of the highway.
Remember, the three-second rule is only a rule-of-thumb for a minimum following distance. In many situations you must keep a greater distance.
#24. What does this road sign tell you?
Reduction of lanes. There will be fewer lanes ahead. Traffic must merge left. Drivers in the left lane should allow others to merge smoothly. Right lane ends.
#25. Traffic signs that warn a driver of hazards or changes in road conditions are usually:
Yellow is used as background on general warning signs. Such signs warn you of hazards or changes in conditions ahead. The road layout may be changing, you may be coming to a school zone, or there may be a special situation ahead. Slow down and obey the sign.
#26. Which of these statements about drugs and driving is true?
Besides alcohol, there are many other drugs that can affect a person’s ability to drive safely. These drugs can have effects like those of alcohol, or even worse. This is true of many prescription drugs or even many of the drugs you can buy without a prescription. Drugs taken for headaches, colds, hay fever or other allergies, or to calm nerves can make a person drowsy and affect their driving. Pep pills, uppers, and diet pills can make a driver feel more alert for a short time. Later, however, they can cause a person to be nervous, dizzy, and unable to concentrate, and they can affect your vision. Other prescription drugs – including medical marijuana – can affect your reflexes, judgment, vision, and alertness in ways similar to alcohol.
#27. This sign tells you:
No Left Turn.
You must not make a left turn at this intersection.
When you see a sign with a red circle and a red slash mark across a black arrow or symbol, it means don’t do whatever is shown.
#28. When you approach a railroad crossing without warning signals, stop signs, or crossing gates:
Railroad cross buck signs will be found at all public crossings. If there is more than one track, a sign below the cross buck indicates the number of tracks. Be prepared to stop at the tracks if a train is coming.
A cross buck sign has the same meaning as a yield sign. You must yield to crossing trains. Never try to beat a train across the tracks.
#29. When you park on a hill headed downhill, and there is no curb, you should turn your front wheels:
When you park on a hill, turn your wheels sharply toward the side of the road. This way if your car starts to roll downhill it will roll away from traffic. If you park facing uphill where there is a curb, you should set the parking brake and turn the wheels away from the curb. See illustration in the Driver License Manual.
#30. For everyday driving, you should grip the steering wheel by:
It is best to have your hands at about 9 o’clock and 3 o’clock positions – or 8 o’clock and 4 o’clock in newer vehicles equipped with airbags on the steering wheel (this position gives you control of the vehicle and reduces the risk of hand and arm injury in the event of a crash).
#31. Passing another vehicle on the right by driving onto a paved shoulder is:
You cannot pass on the right by driving off the pavement or main-traveled portion of the road, which means never passing on the shoulder (whether it is paved or not). It is against the law and other drivers will never expect you to be there and may pull off the road without looking.
Unless told to do so, never drive on the shoulder of any road.
#32. What is the leading cause of car skids?
In the vast majority of cases, skids are caused by drivers traveling too fast for the conditions. By judging weather and road conditions and knowing where skids are likely to occur, such as on curves or bridges, most skids can be avoided.
#33. When you drive through a construction zone, you should:
Various traffic control devices are used in construction and maintenance work areas to direct drivers or pedestrians safely through the work zone and to provide for the safety of the highway workers. Stay alert and be prepared to slow down or stop, as needed. Watch for slower speeds limits. Keep a safe following distance to the vehicle ahead.
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| This Montana Written Sample Test | |
|---|---|
| Questions on each practice test: | 33 |
| Question pool: | 1,000+ |
| Test type: | Random multiple-choice |
Facts about Your Montana Written Test
| Montana Written Knowledge Test for a Permit or Driver’s License | |
|---|---|
| Number of questions on exam: | 33 questions |
| Passing score: | 82 percent |
| Correct answers to pass: | 27 |
| Allotted time to complete test: | No limit |
| Wait time before retest: | 1 day |
Montana Permit Practice Tests
Each practice test has 33 random questions based on the handbook and real MT MVD tests. After each question, you’ll get instant feedback. You’ll also see a short explanation if your answer needs to be corrected. Use it to look up more information in the Driver Manual.
Break up your test practice into many sessions for a week or more, resulting in more solid knowledge.
Take practice tests until you reach 100% without guessing.
Don’t just memorize questions and answers – it is really important that you understand the information and the rules since the wording may be slightly different on the real MVD knowledge test. You need to understand all the information to pass the knowledge exam.
Remember, the system draws questions from a large pool of questions. You can take as many tests as you need to feel comfortable with all questions and answers.
Best Study Tactics
1 Start by getting the latest version of the Montana Driver Manual .
2 Read the manual from first to last page. MVD also offers an easy-to-read adapted/illustrated version of the Montana Driver Manual.
3 Take a few practice tests to check how much you learned.
4 Follow up on questions or answers you don’t understand. Discuss driving rules with a friend, teacher, or parent.
5 Continue with practice tests until you feel confident with all answers.
Read our article about Risky Study Tactics that Could Cause You to Fail .
A Few Areas to Focus on for Your Montana Written Test
Montana MVD has issued the following quick reminder with statements that you should know and understand to pass the knowledge test and get your learner’s permit. Several of them appear on your test.
Solid yellow line means no passing
A yellow solid or unbroken line on the right-hand side of the center line means a no-passing zone. The right-hand side is your side of the center.
Parking on hills
When parking on a hill with a curb, you should turn your front wheels as follows:
– Downhill: toward the curb
– Uphill: away from the curb
Handle a skid
When your car starts to skid:
– Look where you want to go
– Ease off the gas pedal
– Don’t apply the brakes
– Steer where you want to go
Right of way at uncontrolled intersections
When two vehicles approach an intersection without traffic signals simultaneously, the driver on the left must yield the right of way to the driver on the right.
The driver on the right goes first.
Signaling before a turn
When preparing for a right turn, signal for at least 100 feet, check traffic to the rear, and drive in the right-hand lane.
Signal for at least 300 feet in rural areas.
Places where you CANNOT park
It is unlawful to park:
– On a sidewalk or bridge
– Closer than 20 feet to a crosswalk at an intersection
– Closer than 30 feet to a stop sign, traffic light, or flashing beacon
– Closer than 15 feet to a fire hydrant
– Closer than 20 feet to a fire station
– In front of the entrance to an alley or private driveway
– In any area reserved for disabled parking unless you are disabled.
Driving in school zones
In school zones, slow to 20 mph or other posted speed limit. Always watch for children.
Use of Headlights
You must turn on your headlights:
– From one-half hour after sunset to one-half hour before sunrise
– Anytime weather conditions make it hard to see
– When part of a funeral line
You should drive with headlights day and night so that other drivers can see your vehicle.
Yield to Emergency Vehicles
When you hear the siren of an emergency vehicle, you must pull over to the right and stop. Don’t stop within an intersection.
When you can pass on the right
Passing on the right is permitted only:
– When the roadway is wide enough for two cars to move legally in the same direction; and
– When the car ahead is making a left turn, providing you remain on the paved part of the highway.
What Happens if I Fail the Written Knowledge Test?
If you fail the test, you can retake it the next day. But it could be a good idea to wait at least three days, take several practice tests, and review the driver manual again.
You study the rules of the road not only because you want to pass the test but because you want to be a safe driver—knowledge matters.
Should you fail the test three times (or not pass within 12 months), you must submit a new application and pay the required fees again.
Who Must Take the Montana MVD Knowledge Test?
First-time applicants
When you apply for your first Montana Instruction Permit or Driver’s License, you must pass a vision screening and the written knowledge test.
For an unrestricted license, you must also pass the road skills test.
Drivers with a license expired more than three months
You can renew a Montana Driver’s License within three months after the expiration date without retesting. If you let your license expire for more than three months, you must reapply as a new driver and pass all necessary tests.
Drivers with a revoked Montana license
If the state revoked your license and the revocation period has ended, you may apply for a new driver’s license. Like a first-time applicant, you must retake and pass the knowledge, vision, and road skills tests.
Drivers with a license from another country
If you move to Montana, you must apply for a Montana driver’s license (or permit).
Suppose you already hold a license from the United States or Canada. In that case, you can exchange your valid driver’s license for a Montana license without a knowledge or road skills test.
You must pass all tests if you hold a license from other than the United States or Canada.
GDL: Graduated Driver Licensing in Montana
Montana has a Graduated Driver Licensing (GDL) Law like all other states. The law outlines a three-step program that reduces the risk while new drivers under 18 develop and improve their driving skills.
The steps include:
Step 1: Learner License
Step 2: Restricted License
Step 3: Full privilege Driver’s License
Teenagers typically start with the Learner License obtained in a driver education program. The minimum age is 14½ years.
To get a Learner License without completing a driver’s education program, you must be at least 16 years.
You hold your Learner License for at least six months and practice driving under supervision for at least 50 hours (10 hours must be at night) before you move on to step 2.
During step 2, you have a restricted license that allows you to drive without a supervising driver. Still, you cannot drive alone at night. There is a night curfew between 11:00 p.m. and 5:00 a.m. unless you must drive to or from work. There are a few other exceptions as well.
For the first six months with a restricted license, you can drive with only one non-family passenger under 18 years. During the next six months, you can drive with no more than three non-family passengers under 18 years.
The passenger restrictions don’t apply if a licensed parent or guardian or a licensed adult driver who the parent or guardian authorizes supervises your driving.
You must hold a restricted license for at least one year or until you are 18 years, whichever comes first.
After one year or when you are 18 years, you can get a full privilege Driver’s License.
