Tennessee Permit Practice Mini Test 4: 12 Questions

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What Mini Test 4 Covers

The questions in this test ask about:

• Flashing Yellow Signal
• Brake Failure First Step
• Solid White Between Lanes
• Uncontrolled Intersection
• Skid Correction
• Oncoming Headlight Response
• Motorcycle Following Distance
• Drowsy Driving Prevention
• Right on Red Prerequisites
• Hydroplaning Likelihood

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1. A flashing yellow light means:

   • A. Proceed with caution
   • B. Stop completely
   • C. Speed up
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   A. Proceed with caution

   It warns drivers to slow and be prepared to yield.

2. If your brakes fail while driving, the first action should be to:

   • A. Turn off the ignition
   • B. Shift to park
   • C. Pump the brake pedal
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   C. Pump the brake pedal

   Pumping can help restore brake pressure.

3. At an uncontrolled intersection, right-of-way goes to:

   • A. The larger vehicle
   • B. The driver on the right
   • C. The faster vehicle
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   B. The driver on the right

   Right-hand rule applies.

4. To correct a skid, you should:

   • A. Steer gently in the direction you want to go
   • B. Brake hard
   • C. Turn sharply opposite the skid
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   A. Steer gently in the direction you want to go

   Smooth steering helps regain control.

5. To avoid drowsy driving:

   • A. Turn up the radio
   • B. Drive faster
   • C. Pull over and rest
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   C. Pull over and rest

   Rest is the only safe solution for fatigue.

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 flashing yellow light means:

   Correct answer: Proceed with caution

   Why: It warns drivers to slow and be prepared to yield.

2. Q2. If your brakes fail while driving, the first action should be to:

   Correct answer: Pump the brake pedal

   Why: Pumping can help restore brake pressure.

3. Q3. Low beams should be used:

   Correct answer: In fog or heavy rain

   Why: Low beams reduce glare and improve visibility in poor conditions.

4. Q4. A solid white line between lanes means:

   Correct answer: Lane changes are discouraged

   Why: A solid white line indicates changing lanes is not recommended.

5. Q5. At an uncontrolled intersection, right-of-way goes to:

   Correct answer: The driver on the right

   Why: Right-hand rule applies.

6. Q6. To correct a skid, you should:

   Correct answer: Steer gently in the direction you want to go

   Why: Smooth steering helps regain control.

7. Q7. If oncoming headlights blind you at night, you should:

   Correct answer: Look toward the right edge of the road

   Why: Looking right avoids glare while maintaining lane position.

8. Q8. When following a motorcycle, you should:

   Correct answer: Increase following distance

   Why: Motorcycles stop quickly; give extra space.

9. Q9. To avoid drowsy driving:

   Correct answer: Pull over and rest

   Why: Rest is the only safe solution for fatigue.

10. Q10. Before turning right on red, you must:

    Correct answer: Stop completely

    Why: A full stop is required before turning right on red.

11. Q11. A green traffic light means:

    Correct answer: Proceed if the intersection is clear

    Why: Proceed only when the intersection is safe.

12. Q12. Hydroplaning becomes more likely when:

    Correct answer: Driving fast on wet roads

    Why: Higher speeds increase the chance of losing traction.