You want to turn right at a circular red light, and no sign prohibits it. What must happen first?
Correct answer: Stop completely, then yield and turn only when clear.
A right turn on red is allowed only after a complete stop and when traffic is permitted in that direction. Yield to pedestrians and other vehicles.
Source: Minnesota Driver's Manual, June 2026; Traffic-control signals; printed page 66, physical PDF page 69; checked September 21, 2026. ↗
You are already waiting inside an intersection to turn left when the signal becomes red. What should you do?
Correct answer: Complete the turn as soon as it is safe.
A driver already waiting in the intersection should clear it safely. Do not reverse to the stop line or turn into a remaining hazard.
Source: Minnesota Driver's Manual, June 2026; Traffic-control signals; printed page 66, physical PDF page 69; checked September 21, 2026. ↗
The overhead lane signal changes to a steady yellow X. What should you prepare to do?
Correct answer: Move safely out of that lane before it closes.
A steady yellow X warns that the lane control is changing and a red X will follow. Find a safe opening into an allowed lane.
Source: Minnesota Driver's Manual, June 2026; Lane use control signals; printed page 68, physical PDF page 71; checked September 21, 2026. ↗
Two vehicles reach an uncontrolled intersection at the same time and their paths conflict. Who yields?
Correct answer: The driver who has the other vehicle on the right.
At the same-time arrival, the driver on the left yields to the driver on the right. Still make sure the intersection is safe before entering.
Source: Minnesota Driver's Manual, June 2026; Right of way and yielding; printed page 43, physical PDF page 46; checked September 21, 2026. ↗
You are ready to enter a roundabout while vehicles circulate from your left. What should you do?
Correct answer: Yield and wait for a safe gap.
Yield to traffic already in the roundabout and enter counterclockwise when there is a safe opening.
Source: Minnesota Driver's Manual, June 2026; Roundabouts; printed page 30, physical PDF page 33; checked September 21, 2026. ↗
The road is icy and the posted limit is 55 mph. What determines a safe speed?
Correct answer: The conditions may require driving below the posted limit.
Minnesota requires a reasonable speed for the road, traffic and weather. A posted limit does not remove the need to slow for poor conditions.
Source: Minnesota Driver's Manual, June 2026; Speed limits; printed page 26, physical PDF page 29; checked September 21, 2026. ↗
How far before a turn should you begin signaling?
Correct answer: At least 100 feet before the turn.
Give a turn signal at least 100 feet in advance so other road users can anticipate the movement. Signaling does not give you priority.
Source: Minnesota Driver's Manual, June 2026; Signaling; printed page 27, physical PDF page 30; checked September 21, 2026. ↗
You want to cross a divided highway at a J-turn intersection. What route should you expect?
Correct answer: Turn right, then use the designated median U-turn.
A J-turn replaces the direct crossing or left turn with a right turn followed by a designated U-turn. Yield at each required point and follow the signs.
Source: Minnesota Driver's Manual, June 2026; J-turns; printed page 32, physical PDF page 35; checked September 21, 2026. ↗
A car ahead is waiting to turn left. The only available space to its right is the shoulder. May you use that shoulder to pass?
Correct answer: No; do not leave the main traveled roadway to pass.
A left-turning vehicle can create a lawful opportunity to pass on the right only when the roadway and conditions allow it. The shoulder, a bicycle lane or the area off the pavement is not a passing lane.
Source: Minnesota Driver's Manual, June 2026; Passing on the right; printed page 34, physical PDF page 37; checked September 21, 2026. ↗
You find an unmarked parking space 6 feet from a fire hydrant. May you park there?
Correct answer: No; Minnesota prohibits parking within 10 feet of a hydrant.
A missing curb marking does not cancel the hydrant clearance rule. Keep at least 10 feet away.
Source: Minnesota Driver's Manual, June 2026; Parking; printed page 35, physical PDF page 38; checked September 21, 2026. ↗
In ideal conditions with a standard-length car, what following interval does Minnesota’s manual recommend?
Correct answer: At least a three-second interval.
Choose a fixed point and count after the vehicle ahead passes it. If you reach it before three seconds, ease back. Poor conditions require more space.
Source: Minnesota Driver's Manual, June 2026; Three-Second Rule; printed page 73, physical PDF page 76; checked September 21, 2026. ↗
Your tires begin riding on water and lose contact with the road. What should you do with the accelerator?
Correct answer: Ease your foot off it.
Ease off the gas when hydroplaning begins. Reduce speed before wet areas and maintain good tire tread to reduce the risk.
Source: Minnesota Driver's Manual, June 2026; Hydroplaning; printed page 83, physical PDF page 86; checked September 21, 2026. ↗
The road is covered with ice. Should you use cruise control?
Correct answer: No; keep direct control of speed.
Avoid cruise control on slippery roads. Adjust speed smoothly for the available traction.
Source: Minnesota Driver's Manual, June 2026; Winter driving vehicle safety; printed page 81, physical PDF page 84; checked September 21, 2026. ↗
An oncoming vehicle is traveling toward you in your lane. Which escape direction does the manual recommend?
Correct answer: Move to the right, leaving the road if necessary and safe.
The other driver may return to their proper lane. Avoid moving left into that path; seek room to your right and warn the driver if possible.
Source: Minnesota Driver's Manual, June 2026; Vehicle approaching in your lane; printed page 84, physical PDF page 87; checked September 21, 2026. ↗
A truck ahead signals right but moves somewhat left before turning. What should you avoid?
Correct answer: Trying to squeeze between the truck and the curb.
Large vehicles may need extra space for a right turn. The apparent gap on the right can disappear as the trailer follows the turn.
Source: Minnesota Driver's Manual, June 2026; Commercial vehicles and wide turns; printed page 52, physical PDF page 55; checked September 21, 2026. ↗
What is the minimum age to qualify for a Minnesota instruction permit?
Correct answer: 15 years old.
You must be at least 15 and meet the education, identification, vision and knowledge requirements that apply to you.
Source: Minnesota Driver's Manual, June 2026; Your instruction permit; printed page 13, physical PDF page 16; checked September 21, 2026. ↗
A teen’s parent has not taken the approved parent class. What supervised-driving log is normally required for the provisional license?
Correct answer: At least 50 hours, including 15 at night.
Without the parent-class option, the log needs 50 supervised hours including 15 nighttime hours. The approved parent class permits the 40-hour option, still including 15 at night.
Source: Minnesota Driver's Manual, June 2026; Your provisional license; printed page 14, physical PDF page 17; checked September 21, 2026. ↗
You are waiting in a traffic queue. May you manually read and send text messages because the car is temporarily stopped?
Correct answer: No; the restriction includes being stopped in traffic.
Minnesota’s distracted-driving guidance includes texting, emailing and internet use while stopped in traffic. Do not use a traffic delay as a chance to type or read messages.
Source: Minnesota Driver's Manual, June 2026; Illegal driver behaviors in Minnesota; printed page 79, physical PDF page 82; checked September 21, 2026. ↗
Where should the lap portion of a properly fitted belt lie?
Correct answer: Snugly across the hips or upper thighs.
A low, snug lap belt loads the stronger hip area rather than the abdomen. Use the shoulder portion correctly too.
Source: Minnesota Driver's Manual, June 2026; Use seat belts correctly; printed page 37, physical PDF page 40; checked September 21, 2026. ↗
What actually reduces alcohol concentration in the body?
Correct answer: Time for the body to eliminate alcohol.
These actions do not speed alcohol elimination. Arrange a sober ride instead of relying on a trick or a rough time estimate.
Source: Minnesota Driver's Manual, June 2026; Things to know about alcohol; printed page 92, physical PDF page 95; checked September 21, 2026. ↗
