Massachusetts RMV Permit Practice Mini Test 4: 12 Questions

Mini Test 4 has 12 multiple-choice questions on Massachusetts driving rules, including double solid yellow, left turn yield, dark signal and safe reversing. Each answer is explained as soon as you pick it, and every question is listed with its answer in the study guide below.

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  1. A double solid yellow line means:

    • A. No passing in either direction
    • B. Passing allowed both ways
    • C. Passing allowed only on your side
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    A. No passing in either direction

    Double solid yellow lines prohibit passing.

  2. When turning left, you must yield to:

    • A. Vehicles behind you
    • B. Parked vehicles
    • C. Oncoming traffic
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    C. Oncoming traffic

    Oncoming traffic has the right-of-way.

  3. If traffic signals are not working, you must treat the intersection as:

    • A. A yield only
    • B. A four-way stop
    • C. A free-flow merge
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    B. A four-way stop

    All drivers must stop and take turns.

  4. You must turn on headlights when visibility is less than:

    • A. 50 feet
    • B. 500 feet
    • C. 100 feet
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    B. 500 feet

    Low visibility requires headlights for safety.

  5. If your accelerator sticks, your first action should be:

    • A. Brake hard
    • B. Turn off the engine while moving
    • C. Shift to neutral
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    C. Shift to neutral

    Shifting to neutral stops power to the wheels.

Complete Study Guide: All 12 Questions with Answers

Every question in Mini Test 4, with the correct answer and an explanation for each.

  1. Q1. A double solid yellow line means:

    Correct answer: No passing in either direction

    Why: Double solid yellow lines prohibit passing.

  2. Q2. When turning left, you must yield to:

    Correct answer: Oncoming traffic

    Why: Oncoming traffic has the right-of-way.

  3. Q3. If traffic signals are not working, you must treat the intersection as:

    Correct answer: A four-way stop

    Why: All drivers must stop and take turns.

  4. Q4. Before reversing, you should:

    Correct answer: Check mirrors and look over your shoulder

    Why: Turning and looking gives the best visibility.

  5. Q5. You must turn on headlights when visibility is less than:

    Correct answer: 500 feet

    Why: Low visibility requires headlights for safety.

  6. Q6. A solid white line means:

    Correct answer: Discourage lane changes

    Why: Solid white lines discourage lane changes.

  7. Q7. If your accelerator sticks, your first action should be:

    Correct answer: Shift to neutral

    Why: Shifting to neutral stops power to the wheels.

  8. Q8. When driving down a long steep hill, you should:

    Correct answer: Shift to a lower gear

    Why: Lower gears help control speed safely.

  9. Q9. Construction signs are usually:

    Correct answer: Orange and black

    Why: Orange signs warn of work zones.

  10. Q10. When approached by an emergency vehicle with lights on, you should:

    Correct answer: Pull to the right and stop

    Why: Move right and stop to let them pass.

  11. Q11. A flashing yellow arrow means:

    Correct answer: Turn with caution

    Why: Proceed with caution and yield to traffic.

  12. Q12. If your vehicle begins to skid, you should:

    Correct answer: Steer toward your intended path

    Why: Smooth steering helps regain control.

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