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  1. 1. You want to turn right at a red light. There is no NO TURN ON RED sign. What must happen first?
  2. 2. In Massachusetts, a steady red arrow points right and no sign prohibits a turn on red. Which rule applies?
  3. 3. When may a left turn on red be permitted in Massachusetts, after stopping and yielding?
  4. 4. A signal is flashing red as you approach an intersection. How should you proceed?
  5. 5. The light changes to steady yellow while you approach, and you can stop safely. What should you do?
  6. 6. What does a flashing yellow circular signal require?
  7. 7. Your left-turn arrow is flashing yellow and an oncoming car is approaching. What should you do?
  8. 8. Your light is green, but traffic beyond the intersection leaves no space for your car. What should you do?
  9. 9. You are turning left on a circular green light without a protected arrow. Who must you yield to?
  10. 10. Both upper red lights on a pedestrian hybrid beacon are steady. What must a driver do?
  11. 11. A pedestrian hybrid beacon has changed to flashing red. What is the correct action?
  12. 12. Amber lights on a rectangular rapid flashing beacon are flashing for a pedestrian. What should you do?
  13. 13. All traffic signal lights at an intersection are dark because of a power failure. How do you treat it?
  14. 14. The pedestrian countdown reaches zero while someone is still crossing. What must you do?
  15. 15. A stop sign has a painted stop line before a crosswalk. Where should you make the required stop?
  16. 16. You approach a YIELD sign and traffic prevents a safe entry. What should you do?
  17. 17. At an uncontrolled intersection, a vehicle is approaching from your right. What should you do?
  18. 18. At an all-way stop, another driver made a complete stop before you. Who normally proceeds first?
  19. 19. You and a vehicle directly to your right stop at an all-way stop at the same time. What should you do?
  20. 20. You are leaving a private driveway for a public paved road. What must you do?
  21. 21. An unpaved road meets a paved thoroughfare with no stop sign on your approach. What is required?
  22. 22. You approach a three-lane roadway from a two-lane road at an otherwise uncontrolled intersection. What rule applies?
  23. 23. You are entering a rotary with normal yield signs and no officer directing traffic. Who has priority?
  24. 24. Which direction does traffic normally travel around a Massachusetts rotary?
  25. 25. You miss your rotary exit. Which response is safest?
  26. 26. On a regular roadway rather than a highway, how far before a turn should you signal at a minimum?
  27. 27. A curve prevents drivers from seeing 500 feet away. May you make a U-turn there?
  28. 28. Your route requires a reversal, but a NO U-TURN sign is posted. What should you do?
  29. 29. A center lane is marked for left turns from both directions. How may you use it?
  30. 30. A driver waves you across stopped traffic, but you cannot see the next lane. What should you do?
  31. 31. A school bus on the opposite side of an undivided road is loading pupils with red lights flashing and its stop sign extended. What must you do?
  32. 32. A school bus has stopped on the opposite roadway of a divided highway with a barrier separating travel directions. What is the exception?
  33. 33. A broken white line separates your lane from the lane beside you. What does it indicate?
  34. 34. Two solid white lines separate adjacent lanes moving in your direction. May you cross them to pass?
  35. 35. What do yellow center lines between travel lanes generally separate?
  36. 36. A yellow solid-and-broken pair divides the road, with the solid line nearest you. Can you cross it to pass a car?
  37. 37. Two solid yellow lines separate opposing traffic. Which movement does the manual permit when safe?
  38. 38. A white diamond is painted in a lane. What should you check before using it?
  39. 39. You would need to exceed the posted limit to finish passing a car. What should you do?
  40. 40. The car ahead is turning left and the paved shoulder looks wide enough. May you use the shoulder to pass it?
  41. 41. Another driver is passing you on a two-way road. What should you do?
  42. 42. You are using an entrance ramp to join a highway. Which action is correct?
  43. 43. You pass your highway exit. What should you do?
  44. 44. How far before a highway exit ramp does the manual tell you to signal your exit?
  45. 45. You notice a shorter queue in the adjacent lane while you are in the middle of an intersection. What should you do?
  46. 46. When parallel parking in a business or residential district, how close to the curb must your vehicle be?
  47. 47. You park uphill beside a curb. How should you point the front wheels?
  48. 48. You park downhill beside a curb. How should you point the front wheels?
  49. 49. In good road conditions and moderate traffic, what following interval does the manual use as a minimum?
  50. 50. What minimum following interval does the manual recommend behind a motorcycle?
  51. 51. How much following time does the manual recommend behind heavy equipment such as a dump truck or tractor?
  52. 52. Heavy rain makes 40 mph unsafe on a road posted at 50 mph. Which speed rule controls?
  53. 53. You enter a school zone with its 20 mph restriction in effect. What should you do?
  54. 54. At a town entrance, signs establish 25 mph in thickly settled areas unless otherwise posted. What should you do in such an area?
  55. 55. Rain requires your windshield wipers during daylight. Which lights must you use?
  56. 56. An oncoming vehicle is now 500 feet away while you use high beams. What is required?
  57. 57. You are following another vehicle at a distance of 200 feet. Which headlights should you use?
  58. 58. On an unfamiliar dark road, how should you choose your speed?
  59. 59. Why can a roadway be especially slippery when rain first begins?
  60. 60. Which headlights should you use in fog to reduce reflected glare?
  61. 61. Your tires begin riding on water and the car loses road contact. What should you do first?
  62. 62. Why should you be especially careful on a bridge during freezing weather?
  63. 63. Before driving after snowfall, what should you clear?
  64. 64. You keep drifting toward lane lines because you are tired. Which plan addresses the danger?
  65. 65. What is the minimum age to apply for a Massachusetts Class D learner's permit?
  66. 66. An applicant is 17 and wants a Class D permit. What does the manual require for the application?
  67. 67. Which person meets the general Class D permit supervision requirements?
  68. 68. A 17-year-old Class D permit holder wants to practice at 12:15 a.m. Which additional condition applies?
  69. 69. You passed the knowledge exam and are practicing with a supervisor. What must you carry while driving?
  70. 70. Before the road test, how long must a JOL applicant have held a valid permit?
  71. 71. A junior applicant has held a permit for six months but lacks six consecutive months of a clean driving record. Are both requirements satisfied?
  72. 72. A junior applicant has not completed a driver skills development program. How much additional supervised driving is required?
  73. 73. Which training is included in the RMV-approved JOL driver education program?
  74. 74. A 17-year-old has held a JOL for two months and wants to drive a 16-year-old friend without a qualified supervisor. Is that allowed?
  75. 75. During the initial JOL passenger restriction, which passenger is excepted from the under-18 non-family rule?
  76. 76. A driver turns 18 before completing the initial six-month JOL passenger restriction. When does that passenger restriction end?
  77. 77. What nighttime period restricts an under-18 JOL holder unless accompanied by a parent or legal guardian?
  78. 78. A 17-year-old driver wants to make a routine call using a hands-free phone. What does the rule require?
  79. 79. An adult driver is stopped at a red light in a travel lane. May they hold a phone to read a message?
  80. 80. Your license has a corrective-lenses restriction. What does it require while driving?
  81. 81. After drinking, someone feels more confident about making a risky pass. What does this show?
  82. 82. How can alcohol affect a driver's response when a child enters the road?
  83. 83. How does the manual classify alcohol?
  84. 84. Must someone be visibly drunk before alcohol can make their driving unsafe?
  85. 85. A driver drinks strong coffee after consuming alcohol. What happens to the rate at which alcohol leaves the body?
  86. 86. Can a cold shower make a person fit to drive immediately after drinking?
  87. 87. When comparing beer, wine and liquor, what matters for impairment?
  88. 88. A person eats a large meal after drinking. Does that quickly remove alcohol already in the body?
  89. 89. For a noncommercial adult driver, which BAC reaches the Massachusetts alcohol limit described in the manual?
  90. 90. A 20-year-old driver tests at 0.02% BAC. Is being below 0.08% enough to avoid under-21 administrative penalties?
  91. 91. After an OUI arrest, an officer requests a breath or blood test under the implied-consent rule. What is important to understand?
  92. 92. According to the manual's refusal table, what is the refusal suspension for a driver aged 30 with no prior OUI offense?
  93. 93. A driver with two or more OUI offenses becomes eligible for a hardship license or reinstatement. What equipment does the manual require?
  94. 94. A legally obtained medicine makes a driver drowsy. What is the correct conclusion?
  95. 95. Why does marijuana create danger when an unexpected road hazard appears?
  96. 96. Your planned driver has been drinking. Which choice best avoids the impaired-driving risk?
  97. 97. What minimum safe passing clearance does Massachusetts require around a vulnerable road user?
  98. 98. An oncoming car leaves too little room to pass a bicyclist safely. What should you do?
  99. 99. Does the four-foot vulnerable-road-user passing protection include roadside workers?
  100. 100. A pedestrian using a white cane is crossing the street. What must you do?
  101. 101. You have stopped for a blind pedestrian. Should you honk or wave to tell the person to cross?
  102. 102. A pedestrian does not react to vehicle noise. What should a driver assume?
  103. 103. You are turning right while a bicyclist is continuing straight along your right side. What must you do?
  104. 104. Which action helps prevent hitting a bicyclist with your parked vehicle's door?
  105. 105. You need to cross a bicycle lane while turning off the road. What must you do first?
  106. 106. A sharrow is painted in the lane you are using. What does it tell you?
  107. 107. A green bicycle box ahead of a crosswalk is empty when your light is red. Where should you stop?
  108. 108. A narrow road has dashed advisory bicycle lanes and you need that space to meet another car. What must you do?
  109. 109. A truck ahead moves left before a possible right turn. What should you do?
  110. 110. Where can a car be hidden from a truck driver?
  111. 111. A rider signals you to stop as you approach their horse. What should you do?
  112. 112. A trolley is boarding passengers. How close may you drive to its passenger step?
  113. 113. A child is seven years old and 54 inches tall. What restraint is required in an ordinary passenger vehicle?
  114. 114. Your car has front air bags. What should you do about seat belts?
  115. 115. Where should you avoid placing a rear-facing child restraint?
  116. 116. What minimum tread depth does the manual specify in the proper tire grooves?
  117. 117. Your vehicle has lane alerts and other driver assistance features. What responsibility remains with you?
  118. 118. Your working antilock brakes activate during a hard stop. Should you pump the pedal?
  119. 119. A tire blows out while you are driving. Which initial action helps retain control?
  120. 120. Your right wheels leave the pavement onto the shoulder. What should you do?
  121. 121. The accelerator pedal sticks. What should you do to stop engine power from continuing to drive the wheels?
  122. 122. Your car is stuck on train tracks and a train is approaching. What is the priority?
  123. 123. On a four-lane divided highway, a tow truck has flashing emergency lights on the right shoulder. The adjacent lane is clear. What should you do?
  124. 124. Traffic makes it unsafe to change lanes near a stopped emergency vehicle with flashing lights. What should you do?
  125. 125. An ambulance approaches with a siren while you are already in an intersection. What should you do?
  126. 126. How close may you follow an emergency vehicle that is responding to an alarm?
  127. 127. You are involved in a crash that causes an injury. By when must the required written crash report be filed?
  128. 128. A reportable crash caused $1,500 in property damage. You told your insurer. Is that enough?
  129. 129. A red octagonal sign faces your lane at an ordinary intersection. Which response does it require?
    Red octagonal STOP sign.
  130. 130. Crossing traffic has priority as you approach this triangular sign. What should you do?
    Downward-pointing red-and-white YIELD sign.
  131. 131. The pictured sign faces your car at a ramp entrance. Is the ramp available to you from this end?
    White square with a red circle, horizontal white bar and DO NOT ENTER.
  132. 132. You see this red rectangular sign facing you on a one-way roadway. What does it tell you?
    Red rectangular WRONG WAY sign.
  133. 133. Which maneuver is prohibited by the arrow and red slash in this sign?
    U-shaped black arrow under a red circle and slash.
  134. 134. At an intersection with this sign and no exception plaque, which choice is prohibited?
    Right-turn arrow covered by a red circle and slash.
  135. 135. The sign shown applies to your intersection approach. What is its message?
    Left-turn arrow beneath a red circle and slash.
  136. 136. What does this plain rectangular sign prohibit at the intersection?
    White rectangular sign reading NO TURNS.
  137. 137. The pictured arrow and ONLY sign is above your lane. Which movement is required from that lane?
    White sign with a left arrow above ONLY.
  138. 138. An upward arrow with ONLY is posted over your lane. How must that lane be used?
    White sign with a straight upward arrow above ONLY.
  139. 139. This sign is above a single approach lane. Which movements does it allow from that lane?
    White sign with an arrow branching straight ahead and left.
  140. 140. You are in the left lane as you reach the intersection governed by this sign. What must that lane do?
    White sign reading LEFT LANE MUST TURN LEFT.
  141. 141. What does the number on this white SPEED LIMIT sign represent?
    White rectangular SPEED LIMIT 50 sign.
  142. 142. This MINIMUM SPEED 40 plaque is mounted beneath a speed-limit sign. What does the 40 identify?
    White plaque reading MINIMUM SPEED 40.
  143. 143. What should you expect beyond the pictured warning sign on the main road?
    Yellow diamond with a main upward arrow joined by a branch from the right.
  144. 144. How does this sign differ from a merge warning?
    Yellow diamond with two upward arrows separated by a dashed line, the right arrow curving inward.
  145. 145. You are traveling in the right lane when this sign appears. What roadway change does it warn of?
    Yellow diamond with a straight left line and a right line tapering left.
  146. 146. What does the pair of arrows pointing in opposite directions warn you about?
    Yellow diamond with one downward arrow and one upward arrow.
  147. 147. What restriction begins where this yellow pennant is installed?
    Yellow right-pointing pennant reading NO PASSING ZONE.
  148. 148. What does this word-message warning tell a driver in the right lane?
    Yellow diamond reading RIGHT LANE ENDS.
  149. 149. What does the small red octagon inside this yellow diamond mean?
    Yellow diamond with an upward arrow above a red octagon.
  150. 150. Why is a yield-shaped symbol shown inside this yellow warning sign?
    Yellow diamond with an upward arrow above a red-and-white triangle.
  151. 151. The sign in the image warns of which feature farther along the road?
    Yellow diamond containing a vertical red-yellow-green traffic signal.
  152. 152. Which surface change is this sign warning you to expect?
    Yellow diamond reading BUMP.
  153. 153. What road shape does the pictured sign identify?
    Yellow diamond reading DIP.
  154. 154. What change should you expect after this sign?
    Yellow diamond reading PAVEMENT ENDS.
  155. 155. Which area and condition does the pictured sign warn about?
    Yellow diamond reading SOFT SHOULDER.
  156. 156. What hazard is represented by the car and winding tracks on this sign?
    Yellow diamond with a car above two wavy tire tracks.
  157. 157. What is the message of this yellow ROAD MAY FLOOD sign?
    Yellow diamond reading ROAD MAY FLOOD.
  158. 158. What does the 1000 FT on this orange sign tell you?
    Orange diamond reading ROAD WORK 1000 FT.
  159. 159. You see the pictured orange sign before a work area. What should you expect?
    Orange diamond with a person holding a flag.
  160. 160. What does this round yellow sign identify?
    Round yellow sign with a black X and the letters R R.
  161. 161. A painted traffic island separates two paths through an intersection. May you drive across it to shorten your turn?
  162. 162. You find an otherwise legal parking space seven feet from a fire hydrant. May you park there?
  163. 163. You have a valid disability placard, but the accessible spaces are full. Can you park in the striped access aisle beside one?
  164. 164. An open curbside space is on the opposite side of a two-way street. What is wrong with parking there facing against traffic?
  165. 165. You stop in the travel lane beside a row of parked cars to wait for a passenger. What kind of prohibited parking is this?
  166. 166. A street is marked RESIDENT PERMIT PARKING ONLY. You have neither a resident permit nor a special visitor placard. What should you do?
  167. 167. A meter has a posted two-hour limit during the current day and hours. What must you respect besides paying the fee?
  168. 168. Why should a driver resolve unpaid parking tickets before renewing a license or registration?
  169. 169. What type of information does purple identify on the traffic signs described in the RMV manual?
  170. 170. A temporary sign uses a fluorescent pink background. Which purpose does that color identify?
  171. 171. Blue highway signs can help you find gas, food or lodging. What other use for blue does the RMV manual list?
  172. 172. A brown guide sign directs you toward a destination. What kind of place does this color normally identify?
  173. 173. Road work fully closes your route and detour signs are posted. What is their purpose?
  174. 174. Cones form a taper away from a closed lane ahead. What should you do?
  175. 175. A portable arrow board before a highway work area points traffic toward an open lane. What does it help you determine?
  176. 176. A crossing guard wearing a reflective vest steps out with a STOP paddle as children approach. What should you do?
  177. 177. A car in the next lane slows to let someone use a crosswalk. What should you avoid?
  178. 178. You turn from the street into a parking-lot driveway while someone is walking across its entrance. Who must give way?
  179. 179. You are waiting on the curb when DON’T WALK appears. What should you do?
  180. 180. Before crossing a one-way street on foot, which check does the manual recommend?
  181. 181. There is no sidewalk along the ordinary road where you need to walk. Where should you walk?
  182. 182. A cyclist uses the full lane on an ordinary public street even though a bike lane is present. Which statement is correct?
  183. 183. A cyclist needs both hands to control the bicycle safely and does not give a hand signal. What should a driver know?
  184. 184. Two cyclists ride side by side on a road with two lanes in their direction. Which condition applies?
  185. 185. You plan a left turn into a driveway. An oncoming bicycle is close enough to create an immediate hazard. What should you do?
  186. 186. A bicycle is traveling legally to the right of other traffic. Can a motorist dismiss a collision risk because the cyclist is on that side?
  187. 187. A cyclist reaches a red light at an otherwise empty intersection. Which rule applies?
  188. 188. On a normal public street with no signs or markings providing otherwise, which way must a bicyclist ride?
  189. 189. Outside a business district, a cyclist considers riding on the sidewalk for safety. What local condition must be checked?
  190. 190. A cyclist approaches a pedestrian from behind on a shared-use path. What is required before passing?
  191. 191. A 14-year-old rides a bicycle on a public bicycle path. What head protection does Massachusetts require?
  192. 192. For a two-stage bicycle left turn, a rider crosses straight on green and stops in the box for the road being joined. What comes next?
  193. 193. What road alignment does the curved arrow on this yellow sign warn about?
    Yellow diamond with an arrow curving left.
  194. 194. What should you expect after the pictured winding-arrow warning?
    Yellow diamond with a single winding black arrow.
  195. 195. A series of these yellow-and-black chevrons lines the outside of a curve. What do they show?
    Yellow vertical rectangle with a bold black chevron pointing left.
  196. 196. The arrow curves around a dark obstruction on this sign. Which path should you take?
    Black arrow passing to the right of a black median symbol on a white sign.
  197. 197. A divider appears at the top of this warning symbol. What road change is ahead?
    Yellow diamond with opposing arrows separated by a divider at the top.
  198. 198. The divider is at the bottom of the pictured sign. What should you prepare for?
    Yellow diamond with opposing arrows and a divider at the bottom.
  199. 199. Which vehicle measurement matters when you approach the restriction shown in this picture?
    Yellow diamond with a height of 12 feet 6 inches between opposing vertical arrows.
  200. 200. What does this school symbol with the downward-pointing arrow identify?
    Five-sided yellow-green school sign showing two people with a downward-left arrow plaque.
  201. 201. A walking-person silhouette is shown on this yellow warning sign. What should you watch for?
    Yellow diamond with a black walking-person silhouette.
  202. 202. What possible hazard is identified by the animal silhouette on this sign?
    Yellow diamond with a leaping deer silhouette.
  203. 203. What road layout does the plus-shaped symbol warn you about?
    Yellow diamond with a black plus-shaped crossing-road symbol.
  204. 204. A short branch joins the main vertical line on this warning sign. Where does that side road enter?
    Yellow diamond with a vertical line and a short side road joining from the right.
  205. 205. The road you are on reaches the top bar of this T-shaped warning. What should you expect?
    Yellow diamond containing a bold black T-shaped road symbol.
  206. 206. Three curved arrows form a circle on this yellow sign. What is ahead?
    Yellow diamond with three curved black arrows forming a counterclockwise circle.
  207. 207. What service does this blue sign with a white H identify?
    Blue square service sign with a large white letter H.
  208. 208. How does the red circle and slash change the meaning of the bicycle symbol?
    Black bicycle under a red circle and slash on a white sign.
  209. 209. A single solid white line separates your lane from another lane going the same way. According to the RMV manual, when should you cross it?
  210. 210. A solid lane line changes to short dotted dashes through an intersection or interchange. What do those dots represent?
  211. 211. What does red pavement identify in the RMV manual?
  212. 212. A row of small white triangles is painted across an intersection approach. What marking is this?
  213. 213. White arrows are painted in your approach lane. What information do they provide?
  214. 214. Two lanes travel in your direction. You are not passing or turning left, and the right lane is open. Which lane should you normally use?
  215. 215. A highway permits travel in the breakdown lane during clearly posted hours. How should you use that exception?
  216. 216. Before crossing a broken yellow line to pass on a two-way road, what clear view ahead does the RMV manual require?
  217. 217. While passing on a two-way road, by when must you be back in the right lane relative to an oncoming vehicle?
  218. 218. A vehicle ahead is preparing to turn left. When can passing it on the right be permitted?
  219. 219. Your parked car would leave only ten feet of clear roadway for passing traffic. What is the problem?
  220. 220. You are leaving your car unattended. Which preparation matches the manual?
  221. 221. You are ready to leave a curbside parking space while a car approaches in the travel lane. What should you do?
  222. 222. You park on a hill without a curb. Which way should the front wheels point?
  223. 223. An otherwise open parking space is fifteen feet from an intersection. Is that enough clearance under the rule listed in the RMV manual?
  224. 224. You want to leave your car in a posted loading zone while shopping, not loading. What should you do?
  225. 225. The lead vehicle of a funeral procession lawfully enters an intersection, then the light changes. What may the following procession vehicles do when safe?
  226. 226. A funeral procession reaches an intersection as an emergency vehicle approaches with flashing lights or a siren. What must the procession do?
  227. 227. Which lighting is specified for vehicles driving in a funeral procession?
  228. 228. You are driving in a funeral procession on a highway posted at 65 mph. What maximum speed does the procession rule specify?
  229. 229. A funeral procession is moving through traffic and you are not part of it. May you join it to get through the intersection sooner?
  230. 230. Your light is green while a funeral procession lawfully continues across your path. What should you do?
  231. 231. Another driver makes rude gestures and tries to provoke you. Which response reduces the risk?
  232. 232. An animal you are passing looks frightened by your vehicle. What does the manual tell you to do?
  233. 233. A police officer has stopped your car and has not told anyone to get out. What should you and your passengers normally do?
  234. 234. During a traffic stop, your registration is in the glove compartment. What does the manual recommend before reaching for it?
  235. 235. Your rear tires begin sliding to the left. In which direction does the RMV manual tell you to steer?
  236. 236. Your vehicle has antilock brakes, but pressing the pedal fully produces no braking response. What does the manual recommend?
  237. 237. A vehicle is coming toward you head-on in your lane. Which action does the manual recommend?
  238. 238. Your headlights suddenly go out while driving at night. What should you do?
  239. 239. Smoke is coming from under your vehicle’s hood. What is the first safe response described in the manual?
  240. 240. Your vehicle becomes disabled inside a tunnel, with no fire or other immediate danger. What should you do after moving aside if possible?
  241. 241. You receive a Massachusetts civil traffic citation and want to contest it. How long do you have to request a hearing?
  242. 242. You pay a civil traffic fine instead of contesting the citation. What does that payment mean for the violation?
  243. 243. A driver ignores a civil citation for more than 20 days, then also leaves the fine and late fee unpaid. What can happen?
  244. 244. You need to resolve a parking ticket issued by a Massachusetts town. Which authority handles that ticket?
  245. 245. A speeding violation occurs inside a posted work zone. What happens to the speeding fine under the rule in the manual?
  246. 246. Another state imposes a lighter penalty for a traffic offense that has a Massachusetts equivalent. What rule does the RMV apply to the Massachusetts license?
  247. 247. A 35-year-old driver has three responsible findings for speeding within one year. What suspension does the adult chart specify?
  248. 248. An adult receives an RMV notice after three surchargeable events within two years. What must be completed within 90 days to avoid an indefinite suspension for noncompletion?
  249. 249. You finish the required Driver Retraining course. What happens to the offenses already on your driving record?
  250. 250. An adult accumulates seven surchargeable events within three years. What automatic suspension is listed?
  251. 251. An adult has twelve qualifying major or minor moving violations within five years. What suspension does the habitual-traffic-offender chart list?
  252. 252. The RMV determines that someone’s driving presents an immediate threat to public safety. Must it wait for three more violations before acting?
  253. 253. Your Massachusetts license is suspended. A friend suggests driving across the state line to make a delivery. Does crossing the border make that license valid?
  254. 254. Your Massachusetts license was suspended because of an unresolved out-of-state obligation. After clearing that obligation, what remains necessary in Massachusetts?
  255. 255. You are presenting another state’s reinstatement letter to the RMV. Under the manual, how old may that letter or current driving record be?
  256. 256. A driver uses someone else’s license as identification. Can the RMV take action against the driver’s privileges even without a conviction?
  257. 257. A 17-year-old Junior Operator is convicted of speeding for the first time. What license suspension does the JOL chart specify?
  258. 258. A Junior Operator receives a second speeding conviction. What suspension is listed for a second or subsequent offense?
  259. 259. A Junior Operator’s speeding suspension is ending. Which requirements are listed before reinstatement, in addition to the applicable fee?
  260. 260. A 17-year-old licensed Junior Operator is convicted of a first night-restriction violation. What suspension does the chart list?
  261. 261. A licensed Junior Operator has a second passenger-restriction conviction. What consequence does the chart specify?
  262. 262. For a third JOL passenger or night-restriction conviction, which testing requirement is added to the suspension and retraining?
  263. 263. A Junior Operator is convicted of drag racing for the first time. What suspension is listed?
  264. 264. What license suspension is listed for a Junior Operator’s second or subsequent drag-racing conviction?
  265. 265. A 17-year-old Class D permit holder is convicted for the first time of driving without the required licensed accompanying driver. What permit suspension is listed?
  266. 266. A junior Class D permit holder serves a first suspension for a night-restriction conviction. Which test must be taken again?
  267. 267. A 17-year-old licensed Junior Operator is convicted of a first prohibited mobile-device-use offense. Is paying the fine enough to keep driving?
  268. 268. You become a Massachusetts resident while holding another state’s license. What does the RMV manual say about a grace period to obtain the Massachusetts license?
  269. 269. A 20-year-old Connecticut resident visits Massachusetts with a valid Connecticut driver’s license. Which statement is correct?
  270. 270. You turn 21 while your vertical Massachusetts license is still unexpired and otherwise valid. Must you stop driving until you receive a horizontal card?
  271. 271. Your license carries restriction G, for daylight driving. A trip would require driving after dark. What should you do?
  272. 272. Your Class D license has restriction Q. A friend offers you a manual-transmission car. What does the restriction mean?
Review all 272 questions with answers

  1. You want to turn right at a red light. There is no NO TURN ON RED sign. What must happen first?

    Correct answer: Stop completely and yield to anyone in your path.

    A permitted turn on red still requires a complete stop and yielding to pedestrians and vehicles.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 81 (physical PDF page 89) — Steady Red Circle. ↗

  2. In Massachusetts, a steady red arrow points right and no sign prohibits a turn on red. Which rule applies?

    Correct answer: The usual stop-and-yield rules for turning on red.

    Massachusetts applies its circular-red turning rules to a red arrow in that direction. Other states may use a different rule.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 81 (physical PDF page 89) — Steady Red Arrow. ↗

  3. When may a left turn on red be permitted in Massachusetts, after stopping and yielding?

    Correct answer: From a one-way street onto another one-way street, if not prohibited.

    The left-on-red permission is limited to one-way to one-way turns, with the same stop, yield and posted-restriction requirements.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 81 (physical PDF page 89) — Steady Red Circle. ↗

  4. A signal is flashing red as you approach an intersection. How should you proceed?

    Correct answer: Stop, give the right-of-way and continue when safe.

    Treat a flashing red signal as a stop sign. Every approaching driver must make the required stop.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 81 (physical PDF page 89) — Flashing Red Circle. ↗

  5. The light changes to steady yellow while you approach, and you can stop safely. What should you do?

    Correct answer: Stop before entering the intersection.

    Steady yellow warns that red is next. Stop when it is safe; do not start from a stopped position on yellow.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 81 (physical PDF page 89) — Steady Yellow Circle. ↗

  6. What does a flashing yellow circular signal require?

    Correct answer: Proceed cautiously while watching for conflicting traffic.

    Flashing yellow is a warning, not a protected movement. Look both ways and proceed with care.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 81 (physical PDF page 89) — Flashing Yellow Circle. ↗

  7. Your left-turn arrow is flashing yellow and an oncoming car is approaching. What should you do?

    Correct answer: Yield and wait for a safe gap before turning.

    A flashing yellow arrow permits a yielding turn, not a protected turn. Check both oncoming traffic and pedestrians.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 81 (physical PDF page 89) — Flashing Yellow Arrow. ↗

  8. Your light is green, but traffic beyond the intersection leaves no space for your car. What should you do?

    Correct answer: Wait outside the intersection until there is room.

    Green does not authorize blocking an intersection. Enter only when you can get completely through.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 81 (physical PDF page 89) — Steady Green Circle. ↗

  9. You are turning left on a circular green light without a protected arrow. Who must you yield to?

    Correct answer: Oncoming traffic and people crossing your intended path.

    A circular green does not give a left-turning driver priority over oncoming traffic, pedestrians or bicycles in the path.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 82 (physical PDF page 90) — Steady Green Circle continuation. ↗

  10. Both upper red lights on a pedestrian hybrid beacon are steady. What must a driver do?

    Correct answer: Stop for the pedestrian crossing.

    Steady red on this pedestrian beacon requires a stop. Do not confuse it with the later flashing-red phase.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 82 (physical PDF page 90) — Pedestrian Hybrid Beacon. ↗

  11. A pedestrian hybrid beacon has changed to flashing red. What is the correct action?

    Correct answer: Stop, then proceed cautiously if the crossing is clear.

    In the flashing-red phase, drivers stop and may then proceed carefully when clear. The beacon does not use a conventional green phase.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 82 (physical PDF page 90) — Pedestrian Hybrid Beacon. ↗

  12. Amber lights on a rectangular rapid flashing beacon are flashing for a pedestrian. What should you do?

    Correct answer: Stop for the pedestrian at the crossing.

    The RMV manual directs drivers to stop for pedestrians when this pedestrian-activated beacon is flashing.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 82 (physical PDF page 90) — Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacon. ↗

  13. All traffic signal lights at an intersection are dark because of a power failure. How do you treat it?

    Correct answer: As a stop sign in every direction, proceeding cautiously.

    When signals are blacked out, the manual calls for an all-way-stop approach. Check that other drivers are yielding.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 82 (physical PDF page 90) — Traffic Signals Not Working. ↗

  14. The pedestrian countdown reaches zero while someone is still crossing. What must you do?

    Correct answer: Yield to the person already in the crosswalk.

    A person already in the crossing keeps the right-of-way when the countdown ends. Do not force the person out of the way.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 82 (physical PDF page 90) — Pedestrian Signals. ↗

  15. A stop sign has a painted stop line before a crosswalk. Where should you make the required stop?

    Correct answer: Before the painted stop line.

    Stop before a marked stop line or crosswalk, then yield and proceed carefully when safe. Slowing down is insufficient.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 86 (physical PDF page 94) — Stop and Yield Signs. ↗

  16. You approach a YIELD sign and traffic prevents a safe entry. What should you do?

    Correct answer: Stop and wait until you can give way safely.

    A yield sign requires slowing and being prepared to stop. Stop whenever traffic conditions require it.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 86 (physical PDF page 94) — Stop and Yield Signs. ↗

  17. At an uncontrolled intersection, a vehicle is approaching from your right. What should you do?

    Correct answer: Yield to that vehicle and proceed only when clear.

    Massachusetts requires yielding to traffic entering or approaching from the right at an uncontrolled intersection.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 100 (physical PDF page 108) — Intersections Not Controlled by Signs or Signals. ↗

  18. At an all-way stop, another driver made a complete stop before you. Who normally proceeds first?

    Correct answer: The driver who stopped first, when it is safe.

    Vehicles proceed in the order they stopped. Still check that the intended movement is safe.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 100 (physical PDF page 108) — Four-Way Stop. ↗

  19. You and a vehicle directly to your right stop at an all-way stop at the same time. What should you do?

    Correct answer: Yield to the driver on your right.

    For simultaneous stops, yield to the vehicle directly on your right rather than trying to force priority.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 100 (physical PDF page 108) — Four-Way Stop. ↗

  20. You are leaving a private driveway for a public paved road. What must you do?

    Correct answer: Stop and yield to road traffic, bicycles and pedestrians.

    A driveway exit requires stopping and giving way to all affected road users, not just those on one side.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 100 (physical PDF page 108) — Private Roads, Driveways, and Unpaved Roads. ↗

  21. An unpaved road meets a paved thoroughfare with no stop sign on your approach. What is required?

    Correct answer: Stop and yield before entering the paved road.

    The manual specifically requires a stop and yielding when entering a paved thoroughfare from an unpaved road.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 100 (physical PDF page 108) — Private Roads, Driveways, and Unpaved Roads. ↗

  22. You approach a three-lane roadway from a two-lane road at an otherwise uncontrolled intersection. What rule applies?

    Correct answer: Yield the right-of-way to the multiple-lane roadway.

    The manual requires yielding when a single- or two-lane road meets a divided highway or roadway with three or more lanes.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 101 (physical PDF page 109) — Intersection of Single or Two-Lane Road and Multiple-Lane Road. ↗

  23. You are entering a rotary with normal yield signs and no officer directing traffic. Who has priority?

    Correct answer: Vehicles already circulating and pedestrians in your path.

    Yield before entering. Signs or police may direct otherwise, but normal rotary entry gives way to circulating traffic.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 101 (physical PDF page 109) — Rotary Traffic Rules. ↗

  24. Which direction does traffic normally travel around a Massachusetts rotary?

    Correct answer: Counterclockwise around the central island.

    The central island stays to your left as traffic travels counterclockwise. Choose your lane using posted guidance.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 101 (physical PDF page 109) — Rotary Traffic Rules. ↗

  25. You miss your rotary exit. Which response is safest?

    Correct answer: Continue around again if safe and position for the exit.

    Do not stop or cut across traffic. The manual advises another circuit when safe, with proper positioning for the exit.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 102 (physical PDF page 110) — Rotary continuation. ↗

  26. On a regular roadway rather than a highway, how far before a turn should you signal at a minimum?

    Correct answer: 100 feet before the turn.

    The manual specifies at least 100 feet on a roadway and at least 500 feet on a highway. Signal before braking when possible.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 97 (physical PDF page 105) — Turns. ↗

  27. A curve prevents drivers from seeing 500 feet away. May you make a U-turn there?

    Correct answer: No; the limited view makes that location unsuitable.

    Do not make a U-turn at a hillcrest, near a curve or anywhere the required 500-foot view is unavailable.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 98 (physical PDF page 106) — U-Turns. ↗

  28. Your route requires a reversal, but a NO U-TURN sign is posted. What should you do?

    Correct answer: Continue to a location where reversing direction is lawful and safe.

    A clear roadway does not cancel a posted prohibition. Choose another lawful route or turning location.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 98 (physical PDF page 106) — U-Turns. ↗

  29. A center lane is marked for left turns from both directions. How may you use it?

    Correct answer: To prepare for the indicated left turn, not as a travel lane.

    The shared center lane serves left turns. It is not an extra through or passing lane.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 98 (physical PDF page 106) — Left Turns from Center Lanes. ↗

  30. A driver waves you across stopped traffic, but you cannot see the next lane. What should you do?

    Correct answer: Wait until you can verify every conflicting lane is safe.

    A wave cannot establish that other lanes are clear or transfer their right-of-way. Base the turn on visibility and traffic.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 102 (physical PDF page 110) — Courtesy Crashes. ↗

  31. A school bus on the opposite side of an undivided road is loading pupils with red lights flashing and its stop sign extended. What must you do?

    Correct answer: Stop, even though you are traveling in the opposite direction.

    On an undivided road the stopping requirement applies from either direction. Continue cautiously only after the bus signals allow it.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 105 (physical PDF page 113) — School Buses. ↗

  32. A school bus has stopped on the opposite roadway of a divided highway with a barrier separating travel directions. What is the exception?

    Correct answer: You are not required to stop for the bus across that barrier.

    The handbook exempts traffic on the opposite side of a divided highway with a barrier. Painted lines alone are not that barrier.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 105 (physical PDF page 113) — School Buses. ↗

  33. A broken white line separates your lane from the lane beside you. What does it indicate?

    Correct answer: Same-direction lanes; cross only after signaling and checking safety.

    Broken white lines divide traffic moving the same way and allow safe, signaled lane changes.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 89 (physical PDF page 97) — Broken White Line. ↗

  34. Two solid white lines separate adjacent lanes moving in your direction. May you cross them to pass?

    Correct answer: No; crossing the double solid white line is prohibited.

    Double solid white lines prohibit crossing, unlike broken white lines. An approaching exit does not remove that restriction.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 90 (physical PDF page 98) — Double Solid White Line. ↗

  35. What do yellow center lines between travel lanes generally separate?

    Correct answer: Traffic moving in opposite directions.

    Yellow lines separate opposing traffic; a yellow edge line may also mark the left edge of a divided or one-way roadway.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 90 (physical PDF page 98) — Yellow Lane Lines. ↗

  36. A yellow solid-and-broken pair divides the road, with the solid line nearest you. Can you cross it to pass a car?

    Correct answer: No; the solid line on your side prohibits that pass.

    Passing permission depends on the line on your side. Do not treat the opposing side's broken line as your permission.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 90 (physical PDF page 98) — Double Yellow Lines: One Solid, One Broken. ↗

  37. Two solid yellow lines separate opposing traffic. Which movement does the manual permit when safe?

    Correct answer: A lawful left turn across the lines.

    The lines prohibit crossing to pass, but the manual allows a safe left turn. Check signs and conflicting traffic as well.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 90 (physical PDF page 98) — Double Yellow Lines: Both Solid. ↗

  38. A white diamond is painted in a lane. What should you check before using it?

    Correct answer: The posted special-use restriction for that lane.

    A diamond indicates a special restriction such as HOV or bus use. Read the signs to identify eligibility and hours.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 91 (physical PDF page 99) — Words and Symbols. ↗

  39. You would need to exceed the posted limit to finish passing a car. What should you do?

    Correct answer: Do not begin the pass.

    Passing does not allow speeding. Pass only when necessary and safe within the speed limit.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 102 (physical PDF page 110) — Rules for Passing. ↗

  40. The car ahead is turning left and the paved shoulder looks wide enough. May you use the shoulder to pass it?

    Correct answer: No; the shoulder is not a lawful passing route.

    Even when passing on the right may otherwise be allowed, the manual prohibits using a shoulder, breakdown lane or sidewalk to pass.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 102 (physical PDF page 110) — Rules for Passing. ↗

  41. Another driver is passing you on a two-way road. What should you do?

    Correct answer: Slow down and stay right so the pass can finish safely.

    Cooperate with a passing driver. Accelerating or moving toward the passing vehicle increases the danger.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 103 (physical PDF page 111) — Being Passed. ↗

  42. You are using an entrance ramp to join a highway. Which action is correct?

    Correct answer: Adjust toward traffic speed and yield to vehicles already there.

    Use the ramp to prepare for a safe merge and give the right-of-way to highway traffic. Enter only into an adequate gap.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 95 (physical PDF page 103) — Entering and Exiting the Highway. ↗

  43. You pass your highway exit. What should you do?

    Correct answer: Continue to the next exit and find a safe route back.

    Never stop or back up on the highway for a missed exit. Use the next exit.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 95 (physical PDF page 103) — Entering and Exiting the Highway. ↗

  44. How far before a highway exit ramp does the manual tell you to signal your exit?

    Correct answer: At least 500 feet before the ramp.

    Advance signaling at least 500 feet before the exit helps following traffic understand your intention. Position early and decelerate safely.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 95 (physical PDF page 103) — Entering and Exiting the Highway. ↗

  45. You notice a shorter queue in the adjacent lane while you are in the middle of an intersection. What should you do?

    Correct answer: Keep your lane and wait until beyond the intersection to change safely.

    Changing lanes in the middle of an intersection is illegal and dangerous. A signal alone does not make it safe.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 94 (physical PDF page 102) — Using Lanes. ↗

  46. When parallel parking in a business or residential district, how close to the curb must your vehicle be?

    Correct answer: No more than 12 inches from the curb.

    The manual sets a 12-inch maximum distance from the curb, except where angled parking is allowed.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 109 (physical PDF page 117) — Parking. ↗

  47. You park uphill beside a curb. How should you point the front wheels?

    Correct answer: Away from the curb, toward the travel lane.

    With an uphill curb, turn the front wheels outward so the curb can help stop a rollback. Also set the parking brake and secure the transmission.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 110 (physical PDF page 118) — Parking on Hills. ↗

  48. You park downhill beside a curb. How should you point the front wheels?

    Correct answer: Toward the curb.

    Downhill wheels point inward toward the curb. Use the parking brake and the appropriate gear or Park as well.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 110 (physical PDF page 118) — Parking on Hills. ↗

  49. In good road conditions and moderate traffic, what following interval does the manual use as a minimum?

    Correct answer: Three seconds behind the vehicle ahead.

    Three seconds is a minimum for favorable conditions, not a guarantee in rain, poor visibility or other hazards.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 43 (physical PDF page 51) — Safe Distances Around Your Car. ↗

  50. What minimum following interval does the manual recommend behind a motorcycle?

    Correct answer: At least four seconds.

    Give a motorcycle more space than a car: at least four seconds, and more when conditions require.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 43 (physical PDF page 51) — Safe Distances Around Your Car. ↗

  51. How much following time does the manual recommend behind heavy equipment such as a dump truck or tractor?

    Correct answer: At least ten seconds.

    The manual gives heavy equipment a larger cushion of at least ten seconds. Do not cut into its stopping space.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 43 (physical PDF page 51) — Safe Distances Around Your Car. ↗

  52. Heavy rain makes 40 mph unsafe on a road posted at 50 mph. Which speed rule controls?

    Correct answer: Reduce speed to what the conditions safely allow.

    The fundamental speed rule requires a safe speed for current traffic, surface, weather and vulnerable road users, even below the posted limit.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 79 (physical PDF page 87) — Speed Limits. ↗

  53. You enter a school zone with its 20 mph restriction in effect. What should you do?

    Correct answer: Observe 20 mph and slow further if hazards require it.

    Observe the school-zone signs, including any operating hours or flashing-light conditions. Children can require an even lower safe speed.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 80 (physical PDF page 88) — School Zones. ↗

  54. At a town entrance, signs establish 25 mph in thickly settled areas unless otherwise posted. What should you do in such an area?

    Correct answer: Observe 25 mph unless different posted signs apply.

    Some municipalities adopt a 25 mph thickly settled limit and post it at entrances. Do not assume every unposted block has a 30 mph limit.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 80 (physical PDF page 88) — Thickly settled district speed limit. ↗

  55. Rain requires your windshield wipers during daylight. Which lights must you use?

    Correct answer: Headlights and taillights, not just daytime running lights.

    Massachusetts requires headlights and taillights when using windshield wipers. Daytime running lights alone do not satisfy this rule.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 45 (physical PDF page 53) — Using Your Horn, Headlights, and Emergency Signals. ↗

  56. An oncoming vehicle is now 500 feet away while you use high beams. What is required?

    Correct answer: Switch to low beams.

    Dim high beams within 500 feet of an oncoming vehicle to avoid dazzling its driver.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 46 (physical PDF page 54) — High Beam Headlights. ↗

  57. You are following another vehicle at a distance of 200 feet. Which headlights should you use?

    Correct answer: Low beams.

    The manual requires low beams within 200 feet of a vehicle ahead, as well as within 500 feet of oncoming traffic.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 46 (physical PDF page 54) — High Beam Headlights. ↗

  58. On an unfamiliar dark road, how should you choose your speed?

    Correct answer: Allow enough visible distance ahead to react and stop safely.

    At night, unseen obstacles are a greater risk. Your speed must allow stopping within the distance you can actually see.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 46 (physical PDF page 54) — Night Driving. ↗

  59. Why can a roadway be especially slippery when rain first begins?

    Correct answer: Water can mix with oil and dirt into a slippery film.

    Slow down as rain starts. The initial mixture of water and road contaminants can reduce tire grip.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 47 (physical PDF page 55) — Driving in Rain or Fog. ↗

  60. Which headlights should you use in fog to reduce reflected glare?

    Correct answer: Low beams.

    Low beams reduce glare in fog. Also slow down and increase following space.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 47 (physical PDF page 55) — Driving in Rain or Fog. ↗

  61. Your tires begin riding on water and the car loses road contact. What should you do first?

    Correct answer: Ease off the accelerator without abrupt braking or steering.

    Hydroplaning requires a smooth reduction in speed. Sudden braking or steering can worsen the loss of control.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 47 (physical PDF page 55) — Driving in Rain or Fog. ↗

  62. Why should you be especially careful on a bridge during freezing weather?

    Correct answer: It can freeze before the adjoining roadway.

    Bridges and overpasses lack the ground insulation of ordinary roads, so ice can form there sooner.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 48 (physical PDF page 56) — Winter Driving. ↗

  63. Before driving after snowfall, what should you clear?

    Correct answer: Snow and ice from the whole vehicle, including roof, hood and trunk.

    Roof and body snow can blow into following vehicles. Clear windows, lights, wipers and the rest of the vehicle before setting off.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 48 (physical PDF page 56) — Winter Driving. ↗

  64. You keep drifting toward lane lines because you are tired. Which plan addresses the danger?

    Correct answer: Stop driving at a safe place and get needed rest.

    Sleep and avoiding driving when tired are the real protection. Coffee or a brief nap is only a temporary aid, not permission to continue while drowsy.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 47 (physical PDF page 55) — Drowsy Driving. ↗

  65. What is the minimum age to apply for a Massachusetts Class D learner's permit?

    Correct answer: 16 years old.

    The RMV requires applicants to be at least 16 for a Class D or Class M learner's permit. Other requirements still apply.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 15 (physical PDF page 23) — Getting a Learner’s Permit. ↗

  66. An applicant is 17 and wants a Class D permit. What does the manual require for the application?

    Correct answer: A parent or guardian signature.

    Under-18 applicants need the required adult consent, as well as meeting identification, vision and testing requirements.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 15 (physical PDF page 23) — Getting a Learner’s Permit. ↗

  67. Which person meets the general Class D permit supervision requirements?

    Correct answer: A validly licensed driver aged 21 or older, with one year of experience, seated beside you.

    The supervisor must be at least 21, have at least one year of driving experience, hold a valid license and occupy the adjacent passenger seat.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 18 (physical PDF page 26) — Driving With Your Permit. ↗

  68. A 17-year-old Class D permit holder wants to practice at 12:15 a.m. Which additional condition applies?

    Correct answer: A qualified, validly licensed parent or legal guardian must accompany them.

    The under-18 permit restriction runs midnight to 5 a.m., with the licensed parent or legal guardian exception. Do not confuse it with the JOL time window.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 18 (physical PDF page 26) — Driving With Your Permit. ↗

  69. You passed the knowledge exam and are practicing with a supervisor. What must you carry while driving?

    Correct answer: Your learner's permit.

    The permit must be carried whenever you drive until you earn the applicable driver's license. Passing the exam alone is not the document.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 18 (physical PDF page 26) — Driving With Your Permit. ↗

  70. Before the road test, how long must a JOL applicant have held a valid permit?

    Correct answer: At least six consecutive months.

    A junior applicant needs at least six consecutive months with a valid permit. A suspension invalidates that run, which starts anew when lifted.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 9 (physical PDF page 17) — Requirements to Obtain a JOL, continues on page 10. ↗

  71. A junior applicant has held a permit for six months but lacks six consecutive months of a clean driving record. Are both requirements satisfied?

    Correct answer: No; the clean-record requirement is separate.

    A valid permit for six months and a clean driving record for six consecutive months are separate JOL requirements.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 10 (physical PDF page 18) — Requirements to Obtain a JOL. ↗

  72. A junior applicant has not completed a driver skills development program. How much additional supervised driving is required?

    Correct answer: At least 40 hours.

    The general additional supervised-driving requirement is 40 hours. The manual describes a 30-hour exception for a completed driver skills development program.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 10 (physical PDF page 18) — Requirements to Obtain a JOL. ↗

  73. Which training is included in the RMV-approved JOL driver education program?

    Correct answer: 30 classroom hours, 12 behind-the-wheel hours and 6 observation hours.

    The approved program includes the stated classroom, driving and observation components. Additional supervised practice is required separately.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 10 (physical PDF page 18) — Requirements to Obtain a JOL. ↗

  74. A 17-year-old has held a JOL for two months and wants to drive a 16-year-old friend without a qualified supervisor. Is that allowed?

    Correct answer: No; the initial passenger restriction applies to that friend.

    For the first six months while under 18, non-family passengers under 18 need the specified adult supervision. A friend is not an immediate-family exception.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 10 (physical PDF page 18) — JOL License Restrictions. ↗

  75. During the initial JOL passenger restriction, which passenger is excepted from the under-18 non-family rule?

    Correct answer: An immediate family member.

    The restriction expressly excepts immediate family members. Other restrictions, including nighttime rules, still apply.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 10 (physical PDF page 18) — JOL License Restrictions. ↗

  76. A driver turns 18 before completing the initial six-month JOL passenger restriction. When does that passenger restriction end?

    Correct answer: At age 18, if that comes before the six-month period ends.

    The initial passenger restriction ends after the applicable six-month period or at age 18, whichever occurs first. This does not erase a suspension.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 10 (physical PDF page 18) — JOL License Restrictions. ↗

  77. What nighttime period restricts an under-18 JOL holder unless accompanied by a parent or legal guardian?

    Correct answer: 12:30 a.m. to 5:00 a.m.

    The JOL nighttime rule differs from the learner-permit rule. Limited secondary enforcement during parts of this window does not make unsupervised driving lawful.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 10 (physical PDF page 18) — JOL License Restrictions, continues on page 11. ↗

  78. A 17-year-old driver wants to make a routine call using a hands-free phone. What does the rule require?

    Correct answer: Do not make the call while driving; the exception is reporting an emergency.

    Under-18 drivers cannot use mobile electronic devices for routine calls, even hands-free. The manual gives an emergency-reporting exception.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 40 (physical PDF page 48) — Drivers Under 18. ↗

  79. An adult driver is stopped at a red light in a travel lane. May they hold a phone to read a message?

    Correct answer: No; stopping at a red light does not permit handheld use.

    Handheld use requires being stationary outside a public travel lane. Red lights and stop signs are not exceptions.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 39 (physical PDF page 47) — Drivers 18 and Older. ↗

  80. Your license has a corrective-lenses restriction. What does it require while driving?

    Correct answer: Wear your required glasses or contact lenses.

    A corrective-lenses restriction follows the driver whenever driving, not only during poor light or another vision test.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 9 (physical PDF page 17) — Medical Restrictions. ↗

  81. After drinking, someone feels more confident about making a risky pass. What does this show?

    Correct answer: Alcohol can reduce judgment while increasing confidence.

    Alcohol can increase willingness to take risks while impairing judgment, coordination and vision. Feeling confident is not evidence of safe driving.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 71 (physical PDF page 79) — Alcohol. ↗

  82. How can alcohol affect a driver's response when a child enters the road?

    Correct answer: Delay the reaction and impair coordinated control.

    Alcohol slows reflexes and distorts judgment. Driving depends on prompt recognition and coordinated reactions.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 71 (physical PDF page 79) — Alcohol. ↗

  83. How does the manual classify alcohol?

    Correct answer: As a depressant that affects driving abilities.

    Alcohol is a depressant. Its effects on vision, reflexes and judgment make driving dangerous.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 71 (physical PDF page 79) — Alcohol. ↗

  84. Must someone be visibly drunk before alcohol can make their driving unsafe?

    Correct answer: No; even small amounts can reduce needed abilities.

    Obvious intoxication is not required. Small amounts may impair the mental and physical skills used to drive.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 71 (physical PDF page 79) — Alcohol, Drugs, and Driving. ↗

  85. A driver drinks strong coffee after consuming alcohol. What happens to the rate at which alcohol leaves the body?

    Correct answer: Coffee does not make the alcohol leave faster.

    Feeling more alert after coffee does not mean sober. Alcohol removal takes time.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 72 (physical PDF page 80) — Blood Alcohol Content. ↗

  86. Can a cold shower make a person fit to drive immediately after drinking?

    Correct answer: No; it does not speed alcohol elimination.

    Cold showers and exercise are not sobering shortcuts. Arrange a sober ride instead of relying on how alert someone feels.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 72 (physical PDF page 80) — Blood Alcohol Content. ↗

  87. When comparing beer, wine and liquor, what matters for impairment?

    Correct answer: The amount of alcohol consumed over time.

    Beverage labels alone do not indicate impairment. Alcohol amount, timing and individual factors affect BAC.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 72 (physical PDF page 80) — Blood Alcohol Content. ↗

  88. A person eats a large meal after drinking. Does that quickly remove alcohol already in the body?

    Correct answer: No; eating is not a quick way to sober up.

    Food eaten before drinking can affect BAC, but eating afterward is not a rapid alcohol-removal method. Only time eliminates the alcohol.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 72 (physical PDF page 80) — Blood Alcohol Content. ↗

  89. For a noncommercial adult driver, which BAC reaches the Massachusetts alcohol limit described in the manual?

    Correct answer: 0.08% or higher.

    The manual identifies 0.08% as the limit. This is not a safe-driving target or a promise that lower BAC is harmless.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 73 (physical PDF page 81) — Blood Alcohol Content continuation. ↗

  90. A 20-year-old driver tests at 0.02% BAC. Is being below 0.08% enough to avoid under-21 administrative penalties?

    Correct answer: No; under-21 administrative sanctions can start at 0.02%.

    The manual distinguishes the 0.08% criminal threshold from administrative sanctions as low as 0.02% for drivers under 21.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 69 (physical PDF page 77) — License Suspension Periods for Failed Chemical Tests. ↗

  91. After an OUI arrest, an officer requests a breath or blood test under the implied-consent rule. What is important to understand?

    Correct answer: Refusing the chemical test can cause license suspension.

    Massachusetts implied consent includes chemical testing in the stated circumstances. Refusal carries its own license consequences.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 72 (physical PDF page 80) — Alcohol Tests. ↗

  92. According to the manual's refusal table, what is the refusal suspension for a driver aged 30 with no prior OUI offense?

    Correct answer: 180 days.

    The table lists 180 days for an over-21 driver with no prior OUI offense. Different ages and prior offenses change the period; other case consequences are separate.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 70 (physical PDF page 78) — License Suspension Periods for Refusing a Chemical Test. ↗

  93. A driver with two or more OUI offenses becomes eligible for a hardship license or reinstatement. What equipment does the manual require?

    Correct answer: An ignition interlock device installed at the driver's expense.

    The manual requires an ignition interlock in this repeat-OUI situation. Eligibility and the device requirement are separate from simply finishing a suspension.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 73 (physical PDF page 81) — Ignition Interlock Devices. ↗

  94. A legally obtained medicine makes a driver drowsy. What is the correct conclusion?

    Correct answer: It can make driving unsafe despite being legal to obtain.

    Prescription and over-the-counter medicines can impair driving. Follow warnings and obtain professional advice if the driving effects are unclear.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 74 (physical PDF page 82) — Illegal Drugs, Medicine, and Other Controlled Substances. ↗

  95. Why does marijuana create danger when an unexpected road hazard appears?

    Correct answer: It can interfere with responding to sights, sounds and a sequence of tasks.

    The manual warns that marijuana impairs response to unexpected events and can worsen nighttime visual performance.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 74 (physical PDF page 82) — Marijuana. ↗

  96. Your planned driver has been drinking. Which choice best avoids the impaired-driving risk?

    Correct answer: Arrange an unimpaired driver or another safe ride.

    Plan a sober way home. A passenger's assistance or lower speed does not remove the driver's impairment.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 72 (physical PDF page 80) — Alcohol continuation. ↗

  97. What minimum safe passing clearance does Massachusetts require around a vulnerable road user?

    Correct answer: At least four feet.

    Leave a safe distance of at least four feet. If necessary, use adjacent lane space or cross the center line only when safe, and obey the speed limit.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 49 (physical PDF page 57) — Vulnerable Road Users Law. ↗

  98. An oncoming car leaves too little room to pass a bicyclist safely. What should you do?

    Correct answer: Wait behind until traffic or road width allows a safe pass.

    Do not force a close pass. The manual directs you to wait for oncoming traffic to pass or the road to widen.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 51 (physical PDF page 59) — Bicycles and Mopeds continuation. ↗

  99. Does the four-foot vulnerable-road-user passing protection include roadside workers?

    Correct answer: Yes; roadside workers are included.

    The protected group includes roadside workers, pedestrians, riders and users of several mobility devices, not just bicyclists.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 49 (physical PDF page 57) — Vulnerable Road Users Law. ↗

  100. A pedestrian using a white cane is crossing the street. What must you do?

    Correct answer: Stop completely and remain stopped until they have safely crossed.

    The White Cane Law requires a complete stop for a blind pedestrian crossing. Wait until the person has crossed safely.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 100 (physical PDF page 108) — Pedestrians. ↗

  101. You have stopped for a blind pedestrian. Should you honk or wave to tell the person to cross?

    Correct answer: No; remain stopped without honking or waving them on.

    The manual specifically says not to honk or wave a blind pedestrian on. Keep the vehicle stopped while the person crosses safely.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 50 (physical PDF page 58) — Pedestrians — visually impaired individuals. ↗

  102. A pedestrian does not react to vehicle noise. What should a driver assume?

    Correct answer: The person may not hear the vehicle; yield rather than rely on sound.

    Hearing ability is not reliably visible. Do not assume that a pedestrian or rider can hear you and will move aside.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 50 (physical PDF page 58) — Deaf or Hard of Hearing individuals. ↗

  103. You are turning right while a bicyclist is continuing straight along your right side. What must you do?

    Correct answer: Yield instead of cutting across the bicyclist's path.

    Turning drivers must yield to bicyclists continuing straight through the intersection. Check before crossing their path.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 96 (physical PDF page 104) — Intersections. ↗

  104. Which action helps prevent hitting a bicyclist with your parked vehicle's door?

    Correct answer: Check behind and use the far hand to open the door carefully.

    Checking mirrors and using the far hand encourages a body turn and a look behind. It also discourages suddenly swinging the door open.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 116 (physical PDF page 124) — The Danger of Open Doors to Bicyclists. ↗

  105. You need to cross a bicycle lane while turning off the road. What must you do first?

    Correct answer: Check for bicyclists and cross carefully while yielding as required.

    Motor vehicles may cross or enter these lanes for the permitted turn, not ordinary through travel. Check carefully for riders before crossing.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 91 (physical PDF page 99) — Bicycle Lanes. ↗

  106. A sharrow is painted in the lane you are using. What does it tell you?

    Correct answer: Bicycles and motor vehicles share this lane.

    Sharrows guide bicycle positioning in shared traffic. They are not the same as exclusive bicycle-lane markings.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 91 (physical PDF page 99) — Shared Lane Markings. ↗

  107. A green bicycle box ahead of a crosswalk is empty when your light is red. Where should you stop?

    Correct answer: Behind the bicycle box, even though no rider is in it.

    Drivers must stop behind a bicycle box even when empty and wait for green. The space supports safer bicycle positioning.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 116 (physical PDF page 124) — Bicycle Boxes. ↗

  108. A narrow road has dashed advisory bicycle lanes and you need that space to meet another car. What must you do?

    Correct answer: Yield to bicyclists before using the lane space when necessary.

    Advisory lanes can be used by motor vehicles when necessary, but drivers must yield to bicyclists first.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 91 (physical PDF page 99) — Advisory Bicycle Lanes. ↗

  109. A truck ahead moves left before a possible right turn. What should you do?

    Correct answer: Stay safely behind instead of entering the gap on its right.

    Large vehicles may move left to make room for a wide right turn. The right-side gap can close and may be a blind spot.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 106 (physical PDF page 114) — Passing on the Right, continues on page 107. ↗

  110. Where can a car be hidden from a truck driver?

    Correct answer: In blind spots at the front, back and both sides.

    Large vehicles have blind spots around multiple sides. Avoid lingering in those areas and leave ample following space.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 105 (physical PDF page 113) — Trucks and Other Large Vehicles, continues on page 106. ↗

  111. A rider signals you to stop as you approach their horse. What should you do?

    Correct answer: Stop and proceed only when it is safe.

    The manual requires stopping when the rider or driver signals. Avoid loud noises and give animals adequate space.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 109 (physical PDF page 117) — Animals and Horse-Drawn Vehicles continuation. ↗

  112. A trolley is boarding passengers. How close may you drive to its passenger step?

    Correct answer: No closer than eight feet.

    Massachusetts requires at least eight feet from the trolley passenger step during boarding or unloading. Watch for people and remember the trolley cannot swerve.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 107 (physical PDF page 115) — Buses and Trolleys. ↗

  113. A child is seven years old and 54 inches tall. What restraint is required in an ordinary passenger vehicle?

    Correct answer: An appropriate federally approved child passenger restraint.

    The child is under eight and under 57 inches, so the child-restraint requirement applies. Select and install a restraint appropriate for the child and its instructions.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 36 (physical PDF page 44) — Child Passenger Restraints. ↗

  114. Your car has front air bags. What should you do about seat belts?

    Correct answer: Wear the lap and shoulder belt correctly.

    Air bags supplement rather than replace safety belts. Properly using both provides better protection.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 38 (physical PDF page 46) — Air-Bag Safety. ↗

  115. Where should you avoid placing a rear-facing child restraint?

    Correct answer: In front of an active passenger-side air bag.

    A deploying front air bag can severely injure an infant in a rear-facing seat. Follow the restraint and vehicle instructions and use an appropriate rear position.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 36 (physical PDF page 44) — Child Passenger Restraints. ↗

  116. What minimum tread depth does the manual specify in the proper tire grooves?

    Correct answer: 2/32 inch.

    Tires need at least 2/32 inch in the proper grooves and must not have exposed cords or fabric breaks. Air pressure alone does not establish safe condition.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 42 (physical PDF page 50) — Brakes and Tires. ↗

  117. Your vehicle has lane alerts and other driver assistance features. What responsibility remains with you?

    Correct answer: Learn their limitations and remain attentive and in control.

    Read the vehicle instructions before using assistance systems. They support the driver rather than replace attentive driving.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 46 (physical PDF page 54) — Advanced Driver Assistance Systems. ↗

  118. Your working antilock brakes activate during a hard stop. Should you pump the pedal?

    Correct answer: No; do not pump antilock brakes.

    The manual distinguishes ABS from non-ABS emergency procedures and says not to pump ABS. Follow the vehicle's operating instructions.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 45 (physical PDF page 53) — Braking and Stopping. ↗

  119. A tire blows out while you are driving. Which initial action helps retain control?

    Correct answer: Hold the wheel firmly and ease off the accelerator.

    Control the vehicle first and avoid abrupt braking or steering. Once under control, slow and move off the road safely.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 124 (physical PDF page 132) — Flat Tire, Blowout, or Wheel Loss. ↗

  120. Your right wheels leave the pavement onto the shoulder. What should you do?

    Correct answer: Hold the wheel, ease off the accelerator and slow before a gentle return.

    Avoid a sudden correction. Reduce speed, check traffic and steer gently back when safe.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 124 (physical PDF page 132) — Running Off the Pavement. ↗

  121. The accelerator pedal sticks. What should you do to stop engine power from continuing to drive the wheels?

    Correct answer: Shift to neutral and brake to slow the vehicle.

    The manual directs shifting to neutral and braking while keeping attention on the road, then stopping at a safe location.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 124 (physical PDF page 132) — Stuck Gas Pedal. ↗

  122. Your car is stuck on train tracks and a train is approaching. What is the priority?

    Correct answer: Get everyone out immediately and move well away from the tracks.

    Do not delay evacuation. Move away from the tracks toward the approaching train at an angle to avoid the path of wreckage, then call 911.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 125 (physical PDF page 133) — Stalling on Railroad Tracks. ↗

  123. On a four-lane divided highway, a tow truck has flashing emergency lights on the right shoulder. The adjacent lane is clear. What should you do?

    Correct answer: Slow safely and move over to leave an open lane beside it.

    On a qualifying highway, slow and safely move to a lane not next to the stopped response, maintenance or recovery vehicle.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 120 (physical PDF page 128) — Stationary Emergency and Maintenance Vehicles. ↗

  124. Traffic makes it unsafe to change lanes near a stopped emergency vehicle with flashing lights. What should you do?

    Correct answer: Stay cautious and reduce to a reasonable, safe speed.

    If a safe move-over is impossible, the duty to slow and proceed cautiously remains. Be prepared to stop if necessary.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 120 (physical PDF page 128) — Stationary Emergency and Maintenance Vehicles. ↗

  125. An ambulance approaches with a siren while you are already in an intersection. What should you do?

    Correct answer: Clear the intersection, then pull right and stop when safe.

    Do not block the intersection. Move through, signal and pull safely to the right, then stop until the emergency vehicle passes.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 120 (physical PDF page 128) — Moving Emergency Vehicle. ↗

  126. How close may you follow an emergency vehicle that is responding to an alarm?

    Correct answer: No closer than 300 feet.

    Following within 300 feet of an emergency vehicle responding to an alarm is illegal. Do not use its cleared path to bypass traffic.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 120 (physical PDF page 128) — Moving Emergency Vehicle. ↗

  127. You are involved in a crash that causes an injury. By when must the required written crash report be filed?

    Correct answer: Within five days of the crash.

    An injury, death or at least $1,000 in property damage triggers the reporting requirement. The RMV report is due within five days, with copies as directed.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 131 (physical PDF page 139) — Reporting a Crash. ↗

  128. A reportable crash caused $1,500 in property damage. You told your insurer. Is that enough?

    Correct answer: No; complete the required report for the RMV and local police as well.

    Informing insurance alone does not meet the crash-reporting requirements. Follow the manual's instructions for the RMV, police and insurer copies.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 131 (physical PDF page 139) — Reporting a Crash. ↗

  129. A red octagonal sign faces your lane at an ordinary intersection. Which response does it require?

    Correct answer: Bring your vehicle to a complete stop.

    STOP requires a full stop. The eight-sided red sign is the control at the intersection, not a warning that a stop is farther ahead.

    Source: FHWA MUTCD, 11th Edition with Revision 1 (December 2025), Section 2B.04, printed page 74 (physical PDF 115). ↗

  130. Crossing traffic has priority as you approach this triangular sign. What should you do?

    Correct answer: Slow down and stop if needed to give way.

    YIELD means give way to conflicting traffic. Slowing may be sufficient, but you must stop when necessary to avoid interfering with traffic that has priority.

    Source: FHWA MUTCD, 11th Edition with Revision 1 (December 2025), Section 2B.05, printed page 74 (physical PDF 115). ↗

  131. The pictured sign faces your car at a ramp entrance. Is the ramp available to you from this end?

    Correct answer: No; entry from this direction is prohibited.

    DO NOT ENTER is used to prevent entry in the wrong direction. An empty ramp or a navigation instruction does not make entry permitted.

    Source: FHWA MUTCD, 11th Edition with Revision 1 (December 2025), Section 2B.46, printed page 109 (physical PDF 150). ↗

  132. You see this red rectangular sign facing you on a one-way roadway. What does it tell you?

    Correct answer: You are headed against the permitted traffic direction.

    WRONG WAY supplements DO NOT ENTER. It warns that your direction of travel conflicts with the direction allowed on the roadway.

    Source: FHWA MUTCD, 11th Edition with Revision 1 (December 2025), Section 2B.47, printed page 110 (physical PDF 151). ↗

  133. Which maneuver is prohibited by the arrow and red slash in this sign?

    Correct answer: Turning around to travel in the opposite direction.

    The curved arrow that doubles back, crossed by a red circle and slash, means No U-Turn. Do not confuse it with the angled arrow on a No Left Turn sign.

    Source: FHWA MUTCD, 11th Edition with Revision 1 (December 2025), Section 2B.26, printed page 89 (physical PDF 130). ↗

  134. At an intersection with this sign and no exception plaque, which choice is prohibited?

    Correct answer: Making a right turn from this approach.

    The red slash crosses a right-turn arrow. It prohibits that turn from the approach; waiting for a gap does not remove the restriction.

    Source: FHWA MUTCD, 11th Edition with Revision 1 (December 2025), Section 2B.26, printed page 89 (physical PDF 130). ↗

  135. The sign shown applies to your intersection approach. What is its message?

    Correct answer: Do not make a left turn here.

    A left-turn arrow under a red circle and slash prohibits a left turn. A required-turn sign instead shows an uncrossed arrow and the word ONLY.

    Source: FHWA MUTCD, 11th Edition with Revision 1 (December 2025), Section 2B.26, printed page 89 (physical PDF 130). ↗

  136. What does this plain rectangular sign prohibit at the intersection?

    Correct answer: Turning movements from this approach.

    NO TURNS is a movement-prohibition sign. It is not an instruction to stop and then turn, and it is not limited to a particular one-way destination.

    Source: FHWA MUTCD, 11th Edition with Revision 1 (December 2025), Section 2B.26, printed page 89 (physical PDF 130). ↗

  137. The pictured arrow and ONLY sign is above your lane. Which movement is required from that lane?

    Correct answer: Turn left through the intersection.

    A mandatory lane-control sign specifies one required movement. The left arrow with ONLY designates a left-turn-only lane, not an optional through lane.

    Source: FHWA MUTCD, 11th Edition with Revision 1 (December 2025), Section 2B.28, printed page 92 (physical PDF 133). ↗

  138. An upward arrow with ONLY is posted over your lane. How must that lane be used?

    Correct answer: Proceed straight through the intersection.

    The straight arrow with ONLY designates a through-only lane. It does not grant permission to make a turn from that lane.

    Source: FHWA MUTCD, 11th Edition with Revision 1 (December 2025), Section 2B.28, printed page 93 (physical PDF 134). ↗

  139. This sign is above a single approach lane. Which movements does it allow from that lane?

    Correct answer: Straight ahead or left.

    The two arrow branches indicate the permitted movements: straight and left. It is an optional-movement sign, so the lane is not restricted to only a left turn.

    Source: FHWA MUTCD, 11th Edition with Revision 1 (December 2025), Section 2B.29, printed page 93 (physical PDF 134). ↗

  140. You are in the left lane as you reach the intersection governed by this sign. What must that lane do?

    Correct answer: Make the indicated left turn.

    LEFT LANE MUST TURN LEFT designates the required movement for the left lane. A green signal does not turn it into a through lane.

    Source: FHWA MUTCD, 11th Edition with Revision 1 (December 2025), Section 2B.28, printed page 92 (physical PDF 133). ↗

  141. What does the number on this white SPEED LIMIT sign represent?

    Correct answer: The posted maximum speed in miles per hour.

    A SPEED LIMIT sign states the legal speed limit, not a curve advisory or a route distance. The number shown is an example of a posted limit, not a Massachusetts statewide default.

    Source: FHWA MUTCD, 11th Edition with Revision 1 (December 2025), Section 2B.21, printed page 85 (physical PDF 126). ↗

  142. This MINIMUM SPEED 40 plaque is mounted beneath a speed-limit sign. What does the 40 identify?

    Correct answer: The posted minimum legal speed in mph.

    A MINIMUM SPEED plaque identifies the posted minimum legal speed and is used with a maximum-speed sign. It is not a night limit or a curve advisory. The illustration shows only the plaque.

    Source: FHWA MUTCD, 11th Edition with Revision 1 (December 2025), Section 2B.24, printed page 87 (physical PDF 128). ↗

  143. What should you expect beyond the pictured warning sign on the main road?

    Correct answer: Traffic from the right joins a shared lane.

    The branch joining the main arrow indicates a merge from the right. Unlike an Added Lane sign, it warns that the converging traffic will share a lane.

    Source: FHWA MUTCD, 11th Edition with Revision 1 (December 2025), Section 2C.45, printed page 183 (physical PDF 224). ↗

  144. How does this sign differ from a merge warning?

    Correct answer: The entering roadway adds a separate lane.

    The two distinct arrows separated by a dashed line indicate an added lane. The roadways converge without requiring a merge at that point.

    Source: FHWA MUTCD, 11th Edition with Revision 1 (December 2025), Section 2C.46, printed page 183 (physical PDF 224). ↗

  145. You are traveling in the right lane when this sign appears. What roadway change does it warn of?

    Correct answer: The right lane ends ahead.

    The right-side line bends toward the continuing lane, indicating a reduction in lanes. This is a lane-ending warning, not traffic entering from a separate roadway.

    Source: FHWA MUTCD, 11th Edition with Revision 1 (December 2025), Section 2C.47, printed page 183 (physical PDF 224). ↗

  146. What does the pair of arrows pointing in opposite directions warn you about?

    Correct answer: Traffic moving in both directions on the roadway.

    The downward and upward arrows identify two-way traffic. Do not interpret them as two same-direction lanes or a turn-choice sign.

    Source: FHWA MUTCD, 11th Edition with Revision 1 (December 2025), Section 2C.51, printed page 189 (physical PDF 230). ↗

  147. What restriction begins where this yellow pennant is installed?

    Correct answer: A no-passing zone.

    The pennant-shaped NO PASSING ZONE sign marks the beginning of a no-passing zone. Its shape and message are different from a lane-ending or one-way sign.

    Source: FHWA MUTCD, 11th Edition with Revision 1 (December 2025), Section 2C.53, printed page 190 (physical PDF 231). ↗

  148. What does this word-message warning tell a driver in the right lane?

    Correct answer: The right traffic lane ends ahead.

    RIGHT LANE ENDS warns of a reduction in the number of traffic lanes. It does not mean merely a shoulder closure or a mandatory freeway exit.

    Source: FHWA MUTCD, 11th Edition with Revision 1 (December 2025), Section 2C.47, printed page 183 (physical PDF 224). ↗

  149. What does the small red octagon inside this yellow diamond mean?

    Correct answer: A stop sign controls the road farther ahead.

    This is Stop Ahead, an advance warning. It prepares you for the actual STOP control ahead; the yellow warning sign is not itself the stop location.

    Source: FHWA MUTCD, 11th Edition with Revision 1 (December 2025), Section 2C.35, printed page 177 (physical PDF 218). ↗

  150. Why is a yield-shaped symbol shown inside this yellow warning sign?

    Correct answer: A yield control is located ahead.

    Yield Ahead warns you to prepare for the yield control farther along your approach. It does not give your vehicle priority over crossing traffic.

    Source: FHWA MUTCD, 11th Edition with Revision 1 (December 2025), Section 2C.35, printed page 177 (physical PDF 218). ↗

  151. The sign in the image warns of which feature farther along the road?

    Correct answer: A traffic signal controlling the road ahead.

    Signal Ahead gives advance notice of traffic lights. It does not tell you which light will be showing when you arrive; respond to the actual signal.

    Source: FHWA MUTCD, 11th Edition with Revision 1 (December 2025), Section 2C.35, printed page 177 (physical PDF 218). ↗

  152. Which surface change is this sign warning you to expect?

    Correct answer: The road has a sharp rise ahead.

    BUMP warns of a sharp rise in the roadway profile. A DIP sign warns of a depression; PAVEMENT ENDS describes a surface-material change.

    Source: FHWA MUTCD, 11th Edition with Revision 1 (December 2025), Section 2C.26, printed page 173 (physical PDF 214). ↗

  153. What road shape does the pictured sign identify?

    Correct answer: A sharp depression in the roadway.

    DIP warns of a depression in the road profile. It is a surface warning rather than a lane-use instruction or a speed-limit sign.

    Source: FHWA MUTCD, 11th Edition with Revision 1 (December 2025), Section 2C.26, printed page 173 (physical PDF 214). ↗

  154. What change should you expect after this sign?

    Correct answer: The paved road changes to an unpaved surface.

    PAVEMENT ENDS warns that the paved surface changes to gravel-treated or earth roadway. It does not necessarily mean the road itself terminates.

    Source: FHWA MUTCD, 11th Edition with Revision 1 (December 2025), Section 2C.28, printed page 173 (physical PDF 214). ↗

  155. Which area and condition does the pictured sign warn about?

    Correct answer: Soft ground on the road shoulder.

    SOFT SHOULDER identifies a shoulder condition. It is not a statement that every traffic lane is unpaved or that a new numerical speed limit begins.

    Source: FHWA MUTCD, 11th Edition with Revision 1 (December 2025), Section 2C.29, printed page 173 (physical PDF 214). ↗

  156. What hazard is represented by the car and winding tracks on this sign?

    Correct answer: Unexpected slippery roadway conditions.

    The skidding-car symbol warns of slippery conditions, commonly when wet. Its winding tracks do not represent a curving route or lane-change arrows.

    Source: FHWA MUTCD, 11th Edition with Revision 1 (December 2025), Section 2C.30, printed page 175 (physical PDF 216). ↗

  157. What is the message of this yellow ROAD MAY FLOOD sign?

    Correct answer: The road ahead is subject to flooding.

    ROAD MAY FLOOD warns that a roadway section is subject to frequent flooding. The sign is a hazard warning, not permission or assurance that standing water is safe to cross.

    Source: FHWA MUTCD, 11th Edition with Revision 1 (December 2025), Section 2C.34, printed page 176 (physical PDF 217). ↗

  158. What does the 1000 FT on this orange sign tell you?

    Correct answer: Road work is approximately 1,000 feet ahead.

    ROAD WORK with a distance is an advance warning of work-related obstructions or restrictions ahead. The distance is not the length of the work zone or a speed limit.

    Source: FHWA MUTCD, 11th Edition with Revision 1 (December 2025), Section 6H.03, printed page 802 (physical PDF 843). ↗

  159. You see the pictured orange sign before a work area. What should you expect?

    Correct answer: A flagger controlling traffic ahead.

    The flag-holding figure indicates a flagger ahead who controls traffic through the work area. The warning is not itself a command to pass another vehicle.

    Source: FHWA MUTCD, 11th Edition with Revision 1 (December 2025), Section 6H.15, printed page 806 (physical PDF 847). ↗

  160. What does this round yellow sign identify?

    Correct answer: A railroad grade crossing farther ahead.

    The round yellow sign with an X and two Rs warns of a grade crossing ahead. It is different from the crossbuck located at the crossing and does not indicate that the tracks are unused.

    Source: FHWA MUTCD, 11th Edition with Revision 1 (December 2025), Section 8B.06, printed page 1001 (physical PDF 1042). ↗

  161. A painted traffic island separates two paths through an intersection. May you drive across it to shorten your turn?

    Correct answer: No, unless a police officer directs you over it.

    Channelizing islands may be painted or raised. The manual prohibits driving or parking on either form unless a police officer directs otherwise.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 92 (physical PDF page 100) — Channelizing Islands. ↗

  162. You find an otherwise legal parking space seven feet from a fire hydrant. May you park there?

    Correct answer: No; parking within ten feet of the hydrant is prohibited.

    Massachusetts prohibits parking within ten feet of a fire hydrant or fire lane. A short visit does not reduce that clearance.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 111 (physical PDF page 119) — Parking Regulations continuation. ↗

  163. You have a valid disability placard, but the accessible spaces are full. Can you park in the striped access aisle beside one?

    Correct answer: No; the striped access aisle must remain clear.

    The crosshatched area beside an accessible space is not an extra parking space, even for a vehicle displaying disability plates or a placard.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 111 (physical PDF page 119) — Parking Regulations continuation. ↗

  164. An open curbside space is on the opposite side of a two-way street. What is wrong with parking there facing against traffic?

    Correct answer: Parking facing the wrong traffic direction is prohibited.

    A parking space must be used in the lawful direction of travel. An empty space does not cancel the prohibition against facing the wrong way.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 111 (physical PDF page 119) — Parking Regulations continuation. ↗

  165. You stop in the travel lane beside a row of parked cars to wait for a passenger. What kind of prohibited parking is this?

    Correct answer: Double parking.

    Parking in a traffic lane alongside parked vehicles is double parking. Waiting for a passenger does not turn that travel lane into a parking space.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 111 (physical PDF page 119) — Parking Regulations continuation. ↗

  166. A street is marked RESIDENT PERMIT PARKING ONLY. You have neither a resident permit nor a special visitor placard. What should you do?

    Correct answer: Find a space where you are permitted to park.

    The manual requires the applicable permit or special visitor placard for these spaces. Being a visitor alone is not permission.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 111 (physical PDF page 119) — Parking Permits. ↗

  167. A meter has a posted two-hour limit during the current day and hours. What must you respect besides paying the fee?

    Correct answer: The posted parking time limit.

    Metered parking rules include posted days, hours and time limits. Paying a fee does not by itself authorize a longer stay than allowed.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 111 (physical PDF page 119) — Parking Meters. ↗

  168. Why should a driver resolve unpaid parking tickets before renewing a license or registration?

    Correct answer: Unpaid tickets can prevent those renewals.

    The RMV manual warns that unpaid parking tickets can stop license or vehicle-registration renewal. It does not say ordinary renewal fees erase them.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 111 (physical PDF page 119) — Parking Regulations continuation. ↗

  169. What type of information does purple identify on the traffic signs described in the RMV manual?

    Correct answer: Electronic toll collection.

    Purple identifies electronic toll collection signs. Read the sign for the lane or payment requirement rather than treating the color as a general warning.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 83 (physical PDF page 91) — Traffic Signs: colors. ↗

  170. A temporary sign uses a fluorescent pink background. Which purpose does that color identify?

    Correct answer: Incident management.

    Fluorescent pink identifies incident-management signs, distinct from orange construction warnings and fluorescent yellow-green school or pedestrian warnings.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 83 (physical PDF page 91) — Traffic Signs: colors. ↗

  171. Blue highway signs can help you find gas, food or lodging. What other use for blue does the RMV manual list?

    Correct answer: Evacuation routes.

    The manual lists blue for motorist services and evacuation routes. Follow the actual symbol or wording; blue does not mean every sign points to a hotel.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 83 (physical PDF page 91) — Traffic Signs: colors. ↗

  172. A brown guide sign directs you toward a destination. What kind of place does this color normally identify?

    Correct answer: A recreational, historic or scenic site.

    Brown identifies recreational, historic and scenic destinations. It is guidance to a place, not a special right-of-way rule.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 83 (physical PDF page 91) — Traffic Signs: colors. ↗

  173. Road work fully closes your route and detour signs are posted. What is their purpose?

    Correct answer: Guide you around the work and back to the original road.

    Detour signs provide a bypass when work requires a road or directional-lane closure. Follow the posted route rather than entering the closed area.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 88 (physical PDF page 96) — Road Work continuation: detours. ↗

  174. Cones form a taper away from a closed lane ahead. What should you do?

    Correct answer: Merge carefully into the open adjacent lane when safe.

    Drums, cones and tubular markers guide traffic away from a closed shoulder or lane. Their placement calls for a safe lane transition, not a shortcut through the work area.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 88 (physical PDF page 96) — Road Work continuation: drums, cones and tubular markers. ↗

  175. A portable arrow board before a highway work area points traffic toward an open lane. What does it help you determine?

    Correct answer: Which lane is open so you can merge safely.

    Portable arrow boards warn of a shoulder or lane closure and show the open travel path. They do not remove the need to check traffic before merging.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 88 (physical PDF page 96) — Road Work continuation: portable arrow boards. ↗

  176. A crossing guard wearing a reflective vest steps out with a STOP paddle as children approach. What should you do?

    Correct answer: Stop and obey the crossing guard’s signal.

    Be alert for crossing guards, children and handheld stop signs. The manual instructs drivers to obey the guard’s signals, not to wait for a child to be directly in front of the vehicle.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 92 (physical PDF page 100) — Crossing Guards. ↗

  177. A car in the next lane slows to let someone use a crosswalk. What should you avoid?

    Correct answer: Passing that vehicle at the crossing.

    Do not pass a vehicle stopped or slowing for a pedestrian. The person may be hidden by that vehicle and about to enter your lane.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 83 (physical PDF page 91) — Laws for Drivers. ↗

  178. You turn from the street into a parking-lot driveway while someone is walking across its entrance. Who must give way?

    Correct answer: You must yield to the pedestrian.

    Drivers must yield to pedestrians when turning into driveways and parking lots. Check the sidewalk crossing as part of the turn.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 83 (physical PDF page 91) — Laws for Drivers. ↗

  179. You are waiting on the curb when DON’T WALK appears. What should you do?

    Correct answer: Wait instead of starting across.

    DON’T WALK means do not begin crossing. A person already in the crosswalk should finish; that exception does not invite a new crossing from the curb.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 83 (physical PDF page 91) — Laws for Pedestrians. ↗

  180. Before crossing a one-way street on foot, which check does the manual recommend?

    Correct answer: Look left, right and left again.

    The manual advises looking left, right and left again even on a one-way street. Stay alert for turning vehicles and unexpected traffic.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 112 (physical PDF page 120) — Rules for Pedestrians. ↗

  181. There is no sidewalk along the ordinary road where you need to walk. Where should you walk?

    Correct answer: On the shoulder facing traffic.

    Use an available sidewalk. If none exists, walk on the shoulder facing traffic; this is not permission to walk on an expressway or turnpike.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 112 (physical PDF page 120) — Rules for Pedestrians. ↗

  182. A cyclist uses the full lane on an ordinary public street even though a bike lane is present. Which statement is correct?

    Correct answer: The cyclist has the right to use the full lane.

    Massachusetts allows bicyclists to use a full lane even where there is a bike lane. This does not authorize cycling on posted limited-access highways that prohibit bicycles.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 112 (physical PDF page 120) — Laws for Bicyclists: full lane. ↗

  183. A cyclist needs both hands to control the bicycle safely and does not give a hand signal. What should a driver know?

    Correct answer: The bicycle signaling rule allows that safety exception.

    Bicyclists normally signal stops and turns, but the signal need not be continuous or made at all if both hands are needed for safe operation. Do not infer a guaranteed path from a missing signal.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 115 (physical PDF page 123) — Motorists in the Presence of Bicyclists: signaling. ↗

  184. Two cyclists ride side by side on a road with two lanes in their direction. Which condition applies?

    Correct answer: Stay within one lane without unnecessarily restricting overtaking.

    No more than two bicycles may ride abreast. On a multilane road in that direction they must stay in one lane and not unnecessarily restrict a passing vehicle.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 113 (physical PDF page 121) — Laws for Bicyclists: side-by-side riding. ↗

  185. You plan a left turn into a driveway. An oncoming bicycle is close enough to create an immediate hazard. What should you do?

    Correct answer: Yield to the bicycle before turning.

    The left-turn yielding duty includes an opposing bicycle in the intersection or close enough to be an immediate hazard. A bicycle is not exempt from that protection.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 115 (physical PDF page 123) — Motorists in the Presence of Bicyclists: left turns. ↗

  186. A bicycle is traveling legally to the right of other traffic. Can a motorist dismiss a collision risk because the cyclist is on that side?

    Correct answer: No; that position can be lawful and drivers must watch for it.

    The manual explicitly recognizes bicycles riding to the right of motor traffic. That position is not a defense for a motorist who causes a crash.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 115 (physical PDF page 123) — Motorists in the Presence of Bicyclists: bicycles on your right. ↗

  187. A cyclist reaches a red light at an otherwise empty intersection. Which rule applies?

    Correct answer: Stop at the red light.

    Bicyclists must stop at red lights and stop signs. An empty intersection does not change that requirement.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 113 (physical PDF page 121) — Laws for Bicyclists: signals. ↗

  188. On a normal public street with no signs or markings providing otherwise, which way must a bicyclist ride?

    Correct answer: In the same direction as traffic.

    Ride with traffic unless signs or markings indicate otherwise. Do not confuse this with the rule for walking on a shoulder without a sidewalk.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 113 (physical PDF page 121) — Laws for Bicyclists: direction. ↗

  189. Outside a business district, a cyclist considers riding on the sidewalk for safety. What local condition must be checked?

    Correct answer: Whether local rules prohibit sidewalk cycling.

    The manual allows sidewalk riding for safety outside business districts unless banned locally. Pedestrian priority still applies where riding is permitted.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 113 (physical PDF page 121) — Laws for Bicyclists: sidewalks. ↗

  190. A cyclist approaches a pedestrian from behind on a shared-use path. What is required before passing?

    Correct answer: Yield and give an audible signal, not a siren or whistle.

    Cyclists on sidewalks or shared-use paths must yield to pedestrians and signal audibly before overtaking. The manual excludes sirens and whistles for that signal.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 113 (physical PDF page 121) — Laws for Bicyclists: sidewalk and shared-use path. ↗

  191. A 14-year-old rides a bicycle on a public bicycle path. What head protection does Massachusetts require?

    Correct answer: A secured helmet approved by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.

    A bicycle operator or passenger under 16 must wear the specified secured helmet on public ways or bicycle paths. The protected enclosed-trailer passenger exception does not apply to this bicycle rider.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 113 (physical PDF page 121) — Laws for Bicyclists: bicycle helmets. ↗

  192. For a two-stage bicycle left turn, a rider crosses straight on green and stops in the box for the road being joined. What comes next?

    Correct answer: Wait for that road’s green light, then cross straight again.

    A two-stage left turn uses two separate straight crossings. After the first, the rider waits in the appropriate box for the next green; it is not one continuous diagonal turn.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 117 (physical PDF page 125) — Bicycle boxes: two-stage left turn. ↗

  193. What road alignment does the curved arrow on this yellow sign warn about?

    Correct answer: A curve to the left ahead.

    The Curve sign follows the direction of the roadway ahead. This arrow bends left; it is not a merging-lane or side-road symbol.

    Source: FHWA MUTCD, 11th Edition with Revision 1 (December 2025), Section 2C.07, printed page 155 (physical PDF 196); W1-2 illustration in Figure 2C-1, physical page 194. ↗

  194. What should you expect after the pictured winding-arrow warning?

    Correct answer: A series of curves in the road.

    The Winding Road sign warns of a series of changes in road alignment. Do not confuse its single winding arrow with the skidding-car symbol used for slippery conditions.

    Source: FHWA MUTCD, 11th Edition with Revision 1 (December 2025), Section 2C.07 paragraph 5, printed page 155 (physical PDF 196); W1-5 illustration in Figure 2C-1, physical page 194. ↗

  195. A series of these yellow-and-black chevrons lines the outside of a curve. What do they show?

    Correct answer: The direction the roadway curves.

    Chevron Alignment signs give added guidance through a turn or curve. These point left to show the alignment; they are not stop controls or permission to pass.

    Source: FHWA MUTCD, 11th Edition with Revision 1 (December 2025), Section 2C.08, printed page 158 (physical PDF 199); W1-8 illustration in Figure 2C-1, physical page 194. ↗

  196. The arrow curves around a dark obstruction on this sign. Which path should you take?

    Correct answer: Keep to the right of the median or divider.

    This regulatory sign directs traffic to the right of the upcoming median or lane divider. It is different from the warning symbol that allows traffic to flow on both sides.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 84 (physical PDF page 92) — Keep right of divider, sign grid. ↗

  197. A divider appears at the top of this warning symbol. What road change is ahead?

    Correct answer: A divided highway begins.

    The divider at the top indicates that opposing traffic will be separated ahead. Compare it with Divided Highway Ends, where the divider is at the bottom.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 84 (physical PDF page 92) — Divided highway begins, sign grid. ↗

  198. The divider is at the bottom of the pictured sign. What should you prepare for?

    Correct answer: The divided highway ends ahead.

    This symbol warns that physical separation between opposing traffic is ending. Do not mistake it for the beginning of a divided highway.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 84 (physical PDF page 92) — Divided highway ends, sign grid. ↗

  199. Which vehicle measurement matters when you approach the restriction shown in this picture?

    Correct answer: The vehicle’s height, including its load.

    Vertical arrows and a height warn about overhead clearance. Check the full vehicle and load height; the illustrated number is an example, not a clearance that applies to every road.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 84 (physical PDF page 92) — Maximum height, sign grid. ↗

  200. What does this school symbol with the downward-pointing arrow identify?

    Correct answer: The location of a school crossing.

    The school-crossing assembly uses the school symbol and a downward-pointing arrow to identify the crossing location. An AHEAD or distance plaque would instead give advance notice.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 84 (physical PDF page 92) — School crossing, sign grid. ↗

  201. A walking-person silhouette is shown on this yellow warning sign. What should you watch for?

    Correct answer: Pedestrians crossing or using the roadway.

    The walking-person warning calls attention to pedestrians. Unlike a red-circle prohibition sign, it does not mean that walking is forbidden.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 84 (physical PDF page 92) — Pedestrian crossing warning, sign grid. ↗

  202. What possible hazard is identified by the animal silhouette on this sign?

    Correct answer: Deer crossing the roadway.

    This sign warns of deer crossing. Stay alert for animals; it does not designate a parking area or restrict the road to agricultural vehicles.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 84 (physical PDF page 92) — Deer crossing, sign grid. ↗

  203. What road layout does the plus-shaped symbol warn you about?

    Correct answer: A crossroad intersection ahead.

    The intersecting lines represent a crossroad. This warning does not tell you which traffic control will govern the intersection or grant your vehicle priority.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 84 (physical PDF page 92) — Crossroad ahead, sign grid. ↗

  204. A short branch joins the main vertical line on this warning sign. Where does that side road enter?

    Correct answer: From the right.

    The branch on the right represents a side road joining from that direction. Watch for entering and turning traffic; the sign is not a requirement to turn right.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 84 (physical PDF page 92) — Side road from the right, sign grid. ↗

  205. The road you are on reaches the top bar of this T-shaped warning. What should you expect?

    Correct answer: Your road ends at a junction ahead.

    A T-intersection warning means the road ends at a crossroad. Prepare for the required change of direction and obey the signs and signals at the actual junction.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 84 (physical PDF page 92) — T intersection, sign grid. ↗

  206. Three curved arrows form a circle on this yellow sign. What is ahead?

    Correct answer: A circular intersection.

    This is advance warning of a circular intersection. Follow the actual approach signs and lane markings; the warning itself does not give entering vehicles priority.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 84 (physical PDF page 92) — Circular intersection ahead, sign grid. ↗

  207. What service does this blue sign with a white H identify?

    Correct answer: A hospital.

    The white H on a blue service sign identifies a hospital. Directional arrows or accompanying signs guide you to it; the letter is not a lane-use instruction.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 85 (physical PDF page 93) — Hospital guide sign, sign grid. ↗

  208. How does the red circle and slash change the meaning of the bicycle symbol?

    Correct answer: Bicycles are prohibited there.

    The red circle and slash make this a bicycle prohibition. It is not a yellow warning of bicycle activity or a guide to a bike route.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 84 (physical PDF page 92) — No bicycles, sign grid. ↗

  209. A single solid white line separates your lane from another lane going the same way. According to the RMV manual, when should you cross it?

    Correct answer: When you need to avoid danger.

    The manual says not to cross a single solid white line unless needed to avoid danger. This differs from a broken white line, which permits a safe, signaled lane change.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 90 (physical PDF page 98) — Solid White Line. ↗

  210. A solid lane line changes to short dotted dashes through an intersection or interchange. What do those dots represent?

    Correct answer: Continuation of the line through that area.

    Short dotted lines carry a line through an intersection or highway interchange. Follow the indicated path rather than assuming the lane boundary has disappeared.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 89 (physical PDF page 97) — Pavement Markings. ↗

  211. What does red pavement identify in the RMV manual?

    Correct answer: A public-transit travel lane or station-stop area.

    Red pavement is used for public-transit lanes or stops, including buses, streetcars, trolleys and rail transit. Check the posted restrictions rather than treating it as an unrestricted car lane.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 91 (physical PDF page 99) — Bus Lanes. ↗

  212. A row of small white triangles is painted across an intersection approach. What marking is this?

    Correct answer: A yield line.

    A yield line is a row of triangles placed across the approach. It differs from the solid white line used for a stop line.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 91 (physical PDF page 99) — Stop Lines, Yield Lines, and Crosswalks. ↗

  213. White arrows are painted in your approach lane. What information do they provide?

    Correct answer: Lane directions or movement restrictions.

    White pavement arrows show how a lane is to be used. Follow those directions together with the signs and signals.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 90 (physical PDF page 98) — Words and Symbols. ↗

  214. Two lanes travel in your direction. You are not passing or turning left, and the right lane is open. Which lane should you normally use?

    Correct answer: The right lane.

    The manual directs normal travel to the right lane unless passing, making a left turn or avoiding a blocked right lane.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 94 (physical PDF page 102) — Using Lanes. ↗

  215. A highway permits travel in the breakdown lane during clearly posted hours. How should you use that exception?

    Correct answer: Use it for travel only during the posted permitted times.

    Breakdown-lane travel is generally restricted. Some highways allow it during specific posted hours; the exception is not a general license to bypass traffic.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 94 (physical PDF page 102) — Using Lanes: breakdown lanes. ↗

  216. Before crossing a broken yellow line to pass on a two-way road, what clear view ahead does the RMV manual require?

    Correct answer: At least 400 feet.

    The manual calls for a clear view of at least 400 feet, plus checking the passing lane, mirrors and blind spot. The distance alone does not make an otherwise unsafe pass acceptable.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 103 (physical PDF page 111) — Passing on the Left, step 1. ↗

  217. While passing on a two-way road, by when must you be back in the right lane relative to an oncoming vehicle?

    Correct answer: Before it comes within 200 feet of you.

    You must return before any oncoming vehicle is within 200 feet. Also leave enough room for the vehicle you passed; do not force either driver to avoid you.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 103 (physical PDF page 111) — Passing on the Left, step 5. ↗

  218. A vehicle ahead is preparing to turn left. When can passing it on the right be permitted?

    Correct answer: When the road is clear and wide enough for two or more vehicle lines.

    A left-turning vehicle is one permitted circumstance for passing on the right, but adequate road width and a clear path are required. It does not authorize a shoulder shortcut.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 103 (physical PDF page 111) — Passing on the Right. ↗

  219. Your parked car would leave only ten feet of clear roadway for passing traffic. What is the problem?

    Correct answer: At least twelve feet of clear roadway must remain.

    The manual requires at least a twelve-foot-wide clear roadway for traffic to pass. Do not park where the vehicle creates a hazard or leaves inadequate space.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 109 (physical PDF page 117) — Parking: general rules. ↗

  220. You are leaving your car unattended. Which preparation matches the manual?

    Correct answer: Stop the engine, set the parking brake, secure the ignition, remove the key and lock the door.

    The manual lists stopping the motor, setting the parking brake, locking the ignition, removing the key and locking the door when leaving the vehicle by itself.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 109 (physical PDF page 117) — Parking: leaving the vehicle. ↗

  221. You are ready to leave a curbside parking space while a car approaches in the travel lane. What should you do?

    Correct answer: Wait for it to pass, then signal and pull out slowly when clear.

    Yield to vehicles in the travel lane before leaving the curb. A signal announces your intention but does not transfer their right-of-way to you.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 109 (physical PDF page 117) — Parking: pulling away from curb. ↗

  222. You park on a hill without a curb. Which way should the front wheels point?

    Correct answer: Toward the edge of the road.

    With no curb, turn the wheels toward the road edge to help keep a rolling vehicle out of traffic. Also use the parking brake and the appropriate gear or Park.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 110 (physical PDF page 118) — Parking on Hills: No Curb. ↗

  223. An otherwise open parking space is fifteen feet from an intersection. Is that enough clearance under the rule listed in the RMV manual?

    Correct answer: No; parking within twenty feet of an intersection is prohibited.

    The manual lists parking within twenty feet of an intersection as prohibited. A missing stop sign does not remove the stated clearance.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 110 (physical PDF page 118) — Parking Regulations. ↗

  224. You want to leave your car in a posted loading zone while shopping, not loading. What should you do?

    Correct answer: Choose a place where that parking is permitted.

    The RMV manual lists posted loading zones among places where you may not park. Hazard lights do not convert an ordinary shopping stop into authorized use.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 110 (physical PDF page 118) — Parking Regulations. ↗

  225. The lead vehicle of a funeral procession lawfully enters an intersection, then the light changes. What may the following procession vehicles do when safe?

    Correct answer: Continue through behind the lead vehicle.

    Following procession vehicles may continue after the lead vehicle lawfully enters, even if the light changes. They must still drive carefully and watch for other road users.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 107 (physical PDF page 115) — Funeral Processions. ↗

  226. A funeral procession reaches an intersection as an emergency vehicle approaches with flashing lights or a siren. What must the procession do?

    Correct answer: Yield to the emergency vehicle.

    Funeral-procession priority has exceptions for emergency vehicles using the specified warnings and for law-enforcement directions.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 107 (physical PDF page 115) — Funeral Processions: right-of-way exceptions. ↗

  227. Which lighting is specified for vehicles driving in a funeral procession?

    Correct answer: Headlights and taillights on, with hazards on for the first and last vehicles.

    The manual specifies headlights and taillights for the procession and hazard lights for its first and last vehicles. These requirements apply to the daylight procession described in the manual.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 108 (physical PDF page 116) — Funeral Processions: required lights. ↗

  228. You are driving in a funeral procession on a highway posted at 65 mph. What maximum speed does the procession rule specify?

    Correct answer: 55 mph.

    The manual limits procession driving to 55 mph on highways with a speed limit of 55 mph or higher. Conditions may require going slower.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 108 (physical PDF page 116) — Funeral Processions: speed. ↗

  229. A funeral procession is moving through traffic and you are not part of it. May you join it to get through the intersection sooner?

    Correct answer: No; drivers may not join the procession.

    The manual prohibits nonmembers from joining a procession. Its right-of-way is not a shortcut available to unrelated traffic.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 108 (physical PDF page 116) — Vehicles not part of the funeral procession. ↗

  230. Your light is green while a funeral procession lawfully continues across your path. What should you do?

    Correct answer: Wait instead of crossing the procession’s path.

    A nonmember must not cross the procession’s path, even on green. The stated exception is a movement that does not cross its path.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 108 (physical PDF page 116) — Vehicles not part of the funeral procession. ↗

  231. Another driver makes rude gestures and tries to provoke you. Which response reduces the risk?

    Correct answer: Avoid challenging the driver and move out of the way when safe.

    The manual advises avoiding challenges and eye contact, ignoring rude gestures and attempting to get out of the aggressive driver’s way. Keep your safety belt on.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 104 (physical PDF page 112) — Road Respect: confronted by an aggressive driver. ↗

  232. An animal you are passing looks frightened by your vehicle. What does the manual tell you to do?

    Correct answer: Pull safely to the side and stop.

    If the animal looks scared, pull to the side and stop. Avoid loud noise and proceed only when safe; do not wait for a near collision.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 109 (physical PDF page 117) — Animals and Horse-Drawn Vehicles. ↗

  233. A police officer has stopped your car and has not told anyone to get out. What should you and your passengers normally do?

    Correct answer: Stay in the vehicle with hands in plain view.

    The manual advises remaining in the vehicle unless instructed to exit and keeping hands visible. Follow the officer’s directions and avoid sudden movements.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 122 (physical PDF page 130) — General Guidelines if Stopped by a Police Officer. ↗

  234. During a traffic stop, your registration is in the glove compartment. What does the manual recommend before reaching for it?

    Correct answer: Wait until the officer asks for the documents.

    Wait for the request before reaching into the glove compartment or clothing. Keep movements clear and avoid sudden reaching into unseen areas.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 122 (physical PDF page 130) — General Guidelines if Stopped: license and registration. ↗

  235. Your rear tires begin sliding to the left. In which direction does the RMV manual tell you to steer?

    Correct answer: To the left, in the direction of the skid.

    The manual directs steering in the direction the rear tires are sliding. Ease off the accelerator and do not hit the brakes, which can worsen the skid.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 123 (physical PDF page 131) — Driving Emergencies: Skidding. ↗

  236. Your vehicle has antilock brakes, but pressing the pedal fully produces no braking response. What does the manual recommend?

    Correct answer: Downshift and apply the parking brake gently, ready to release it if the car skids.

    For this brake-failure situation, the manual advises downshifting and gentle parking-brake use, holding its release in case of a skid. It specifically says not to pump antilock brakes.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 124 (physical PDF page 132) — Brake Failure. ↗

  237. A vehicle is coming toward you head-on in your lane. Which action does the manual recommend?

    Correct answer: Slow down, pull right and sound your horn.

    The manual directs slowing, moving right and using the horn to alert the other driver. Do not assume that the other vehicle will correct its path in time.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 125 (physical PDF page 133) — Vehicle Approaching Head On. ↗

  238. Your headlights suddenly go out while driving at night. What should you do?

    Correct answer: Use other warning lights and pull off the road as soon as possible.

    The manual advises trying the headlight switch, using parking lights, hazards or a turn signal, and pulling off promptly. Leave the hazard lights on after stopping.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 125 (physical PDF page 133) — Headlight Failure. ↗

  239. Smoke is coming from under your vehicle’s hood. What is the first safe response described in the manual?

    Correct answer: Pull off, turn off the ignition and move away from the vehicle.

    Move off the road, turn the ignition off, get away and call emergency services. Do not remain beside a smoking vehicle to inspect the engine.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 127 (physical PDF page 135) — Car Catches Fire. ↗

  240. Your vehicle becomes disabled inside a tunnel, with no fire or other immediate danger. What should you do after moving aside if possible?

    Correct answer: Use hazards, call 911 and stay in the vehicle if safe while awaiting help.

    The manual advises pulling aside if possible, using hazard lights, calling 911 and following instructions. Staying inside is conditional on safety; fire or smoke changes the response.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 128 (physical PDF page 136) — If You Are in a Crash or a Disabled Vehicle in a Tunnel. ↗

  241. You receive a Massachusetts civil traffic citation and want to contest it. How long do you have to request a hearing?

    Correct answer: 20 days.

    A civil citation requires a response within 20 days: pay the fine or request a hearing. Disagreeing with the citation does not stop the response deadline.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 56 (physical PDF page 64) — Civil Motor Vehicle Infractions. ↗

  242. You pay a civil traffic fine instead of contesting the citation. What does that payment mean for the violation?

    Correct answer: You accept responsibility for it.

    Paying the fine accepts responsibility. It is not a way to erase the violation or automatically obtain a later hearing.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 56 (physical PDF page 64) — Civil Motor Vehicle Infractions: paying a fine. ↗

  243. A driver ignores a civil citation for more than 20 days, then also leaves the fine and late fee unpaid. What can happen?

    Correct answer: The license will be suspended.

    An unanswered citation leads to a responsible finding and a late fee. Failure to pay the citation and that fee causes suspension; putting the notice aside does not resolve it.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 56 (physical PDF page 64) — Civil Motor Vehicle Infractions: failure to respond. ↗

  244. You need to resolve a parking ticket issued by a Massachusetts town. Which authority handles that ticket?

    Correct answer: The city or town that issued it.

    Parking tickets are handled by the issuing municipality, not as civil moving infractions. Leaving them unpaid can prevent license or registration renewal.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 57 (physical PDF page 65) — Parking violations. ↗

  245. A speeding violation occurs inside a posted work zone. What happens to the speeding fine under the rule in the manual?

    Correct answer: It is doubled.

    The work-zone rule doubles the fine for speeding in a posted work zone. A crash is not required for that increased penalty.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 57 (physical PDF page 65) — Work Zones. ↗

  246. Another state imposes a lighter penalty for a traffic offense that has a Massachusetts equivalent. What rule does the RMV apply to the Massachusetts license?

    Correct answer: Massachusetts suspension rules for the equivalent offense.

    For a like offense, the RMV applies Massachusetts suspension rules. The other state calling it civil, or choosing a lower penalty, does not prevent the Massachusetts consequence.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 67 (physical PDF page 75) — Out-of-State Suspensions: like offenses. ↗

  247. A 35-year-old driver has three responsible findings for speeding within one year. What suspension does the adult chart specify?

    Correct answer: 30 days.

    Three speeding violations or responsible findings in a one-year period trigger a 30-day suspension for an adult. Junior-operator speeding rules are different.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 62 (physical PDF page 70) — Mandatory License Suspensions: Three Speeding Violations. ↗

  248. An adult receives an RMV notice after three surchargeable events within two years. What must be completed within 90 days to avoid an indefinite suspension for noncompletion?

    Correct answer: The required Driver Retraining course.

    This threshold requires Driver Retraining within 90 days. Missing that requirement causes suspension until the course is completed; it is not simply a fixed 90-day suspension.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 62 (physical PDF page 70) — Mandatory License Suspensions: Three Surchargeable Events. ↗

  249. You finish the required Driver Retraining course. What happens to the offenses already on your driving record?

    Correct answer: They remain on the record.

    Completing retraining does not erase offenses or surcharges. It also does not replace separate obligations, such as an alcohol education requirement.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 60 (physical PDF page 68) — Driver Retraining Course. ↗

  250. An adult accumulates seven surchargeable events within three years. What automatic suspension is listed?

    Correct answer: 60 days.

    Seven surchargeable events in three years trigger a 60-day suspension. The count can include moving violations and surchargeable crashes.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 62 (physical PDF page 70) — Mandatory License Suspensions: Seven Surchargeable Events. ↗

  251. An adult has twelve qualifying major or minor moving violations within five years. What suspension does the habitual-traffic-offender chart list?

    Correct answer: Four years.

    The chart specifies four years for three major moving violations or a combination of twelve major or minor moving violations within five years. This is a different threshold from three speeding violations.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 62 (physical PDF page 70) — Mandatory License Suspensions: Habitual Traffic Offender. ↗

  252. The RMV determines that someone’s driving presents an immediate threat to public safety. Must it wait for three more violations before acting?

    Correct answer: No; it may suspend the permit or license immediately.

    An immediate public-safety threat is an independent ground for immediate suspension. The multiple-violation thresholds are not a prerequisite in that situation.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 61 (physical PDF page 69) — Reasons for License Suspension: Immediate threat. ↗

  253. Your Massachusetts license is suspended. A friend suggests driving across the state line to make a delivery. Does crossing the border make that license valid?

    Correct answer: No; the suspended license is not valid elsewhere either.

    A suspended or revoked license is invalid. The manual says not to drive in Massachusetts or elsewhere with it; an out-of-state trip is not a workaround.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 67 (physical PDF page 75) — Driving With a Suspended License. ↗

  254. Your Massachusetts license was suspended because of an unresolved out-of-state obligation. After clearing that obligation, what remains necessary in Massachusetts?

    Correct answer: Provide the required proof to the RMV and meet reinstatement requirements.

    Clearing the other state’s obligation is necessary, but Massachusetts reinstatement still requires proof and the applicable reinstatement fee. Confirm the license is valid before driving.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 58 (physical PDF page 66) — Out-of-State Violations: reinstatement. ↗

  255. You are presenting another state’s reinstatement letter to the RMV. Under the manual, how old may that letter or current driving record be?

    Correct answer: No more than 30 days old.

    For an out-of-state reinstatement, the letter or current driving record must not be over 30 days old. The RMV may also need additional information.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 67 (physical PDF page 75) — Out-of-State Suspensions: reinstatement letter or record. ↗

  256. A driver uses someone else’s license as identification. Can the RMV take action against the driver’s privileges even without a conviction?

    Correct answer: Yes; a six-month suspension may apply before a conviction.

    The manual lists using someone else’s license or ID among offenses for which the RMV may suspend privileges for six months even without conviction. It lists one year after conviction.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 61 (physical PDF page 69) — Reasons for License Suspension: Fake ID; continued on printed page 62. ↗

  257. A 17-year-old Junior Operator is convicted of speeding for the first time. What license suspension does the JOL chart specify?

    Correct answer: 90 days.

    A first JOL speeding offense brings a 90-day suspension. Do not apply the adult three-speeding-violations threshold to a Junior Operator.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 64 (physical PDF page 72) — Mandatory LICENSE Suspensions: Speeding. ↗

  258. A Junior Operator receives a second speeding conviction. What suspension is listed for a second or subsequent offense?

    Correct answer: One year.

    The JOL chart increases the speeding suspension to one year for a second or subsequent offense. Reinstatement also has testing and retraining requirements.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 64 (physical PDF page 72) — Mandatory LICENSE Suspensions: Speeding. ↗

  259. A Junior Operator’s speeding suspension is ending. Which requirements are listed before reinstatement, in addition to the applicable fee?

    Correct answer: A permit exam, Driver Attitudinal Retraining and a road test.

    For a JOL speeding offense, the chart requires a new permit exam, Driver Attitudinal Retraining and a new road test. SCARR may also be required; waiting out the period is not the whole process.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 64 (physical PDF page 72) — Mandatory LICENSE Suspensions: Speeding reinstatement. ↗

  260. A 17-year-old licensed Junior Operator is convicted of a first night-restriction violation. What suspension does the chart list?

    Correct answer: 60 days.

    A first conviction for a JOL passenger or night-restriction violation carries 60 days. Later violations have longer suspensions and additional reinstatement requirements.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 64 (physical PDF page 72) — Mandatory LICENSE Suspensions: Passenger or Night Restriction. ↗

  261. A licensed Junior Operator has a second passenger-restriction conviction. What consequence does the chart specify?

    Correct answer: 180 days and Driver Attitudinal Retraining.

    The second passenger or night-restriction offense carries 180 days and requires Driver Attitudinal Retraining. The first-offense 60-day period no longer applies.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 64 (physical PDF page 72) — Mandatory LICENSE Suspensions: Passenger or Night Restriction. ↗

  262. For a third JOL passenger or night-restriction conviction, which testing requirement is added to the suspension and retraining?

    Correct answer: A new learner’s permit exam and road test.

    Third and subsequent offenses require a new permit exam and road test, alongside retraining. The suspension for these later offenses is one year.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 64 (physical PDF page 72) — Mandatory LICENSE Suspensions: Passenger or Night Restriction. ↗

  263. A Junior Operator is convicted of drag racing for the first time. What suspension is listed?

    Correct answer: One year.

    The JOL chart lists one year for a first drag-racing conviction, plus permit-exam, retraining and road-test requirements. A race can have serious consequences even without a crash.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 64 (physical PDF page 72) — Mandatory LICENSE Suspensions: Drag Racing. ↗

  264. What license suspension is listed for a Junior Operator’s second or subsequent drag-racing conviction?

    Correct answer: Three years.

    A later JOL drag-racing conviction carries a three-year suspension. This differs from the one-year period for the first offense.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 64 (physical PDF page 72) — Mandatory LICENSE Suspensions: Drag Racing. ↗

  265. A 17-year-old Class D permit holder is convicted for the first time of driving without the required licensed accompanying driver. What permit suspension is listed?

    Correct answer: 60 days.

    The junior-permit chart lists 60 days for a first conviction of driving without the required licensed driver. All offenses in that row require retaking the permit exam.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 63 (physical PDF page 71) — Mandatory PERMIT Suspensions: Driving Without a Licensed Driver. ↗

  266. A junior Class D permit holder serves a first suspension for a night-restriction conviction. Which test must be taken again?

    Correct answer: The learner’s permit exam.

    Every offense in the permit night-restriction row requires a new learner’s permit exam. A second offense also requires Driver Attitudinal Retraining.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 63 (physical PDF page 71) — Mandatory PERMIT Suspensions: Driving During the Night Restriction. ↗

  267. A 17-year-old licensed Junior Operator is convicted of a first prohibited mobile-device-use offense. Is paying the fine enough to keep driving?

    Correct answer: No; suspension, retraining and new tests also apply.

    The JOL chart specifies a 60-day suspension for a first offense, along with a fine, new permit exam, Driver Attitudinal Retraining and new road test. A different vehicle does not change the driver’s status.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 64 (physical PDF page 72) — Mandatory LICENSE Suspensions: Use of a Mobile Electronic Device. ↗

  268. You become a Massachusetts resident while holding another state’s license. What does the RMV manual say about a grace period to obtain the Massachusetts license?

    Correct answer: There is no grace period.

    Once you become a Massachusetts resident, you must obtain a Massachusetts license to retain driving privileges. The manual explicitly states that there is no grace period.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 2 (physical PDF page 10) — Who Needs a Massachusetts License: Moving to Massachusetts. ↗

  269. A 20-year-old Connecticut resident visits Massachusetts with a valid Connecticut driver’s license. Which statement is correct?

    Correct answer: The visitor may drive using that valid home-state license.

    A U.S. resident aged at least 16 who lives outside Massachusetts may drive there with a valid license from the state or territory of residence. Carry the license while driving.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 2 (physical PDF page 10) — Out-of-State U.S. Residents. ↗

  270. You turn 21 while your vertical Massachusetts license is still unexpired and otherwise valid. Must you stop driving until you receive a horizontal card?

    Correct answer: No; the vertical card remains valid until expiration.

    A vertical Under 21 card remains valid to its expiration date even after the holder turns 21. Its orientation does not itself invalidate it on that birthday.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 8 (physical PDF page 16) — License Length: Under 21 cards. ↗

  271. Your license carries restriction G, for daylight driving. A trip would require driving after dark. What should you do?

    Correct answer: Arrange another driver or travel during daylight.

    Restriction G limits driving to daylight. Streetlights or a passenger do not remove that restriction from your license.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 8 (physical PDF page 16) — List of Restrictions: G. ↗

  272. Your Class D license has restriction Q. A friend offers you a manual-transmission car. What does the restriction mean?

    Correct answer: Your Class D driving is limited to automatic transmission.

    Code Q is the Class D automatic-transmission restriction. It does not authorize operating a manual-transmission car merely because another licensed driver is present.

    Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual, revised April 2026, printed page 8 (physical PDF page 16) — List of Restrictions: Q. ↗

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