Michigan DMV Exam Simulator

Correct answer: Time

Many people mistakenly believe coffee, a cold shower, exercise or fresh air can sober them up. The only thing that sobers you up is time. It is best to never drink and drive — arrange a designated driver in advance.

Correct answer: Slow down gradually and test your brakes lightly to feel the road

On snow or ice, drive slowly and slow down gradually. Test your brakes lightly to get a feel for the road. You will not have the same stopping power in slippery conditions as on dry, clear pavement.

Correct answer: Be at least 16, have held Level 1 for at least six months, and have a clean 90-day record

A Level 2 Intermediate License requires the teen to be at least age 16, to have held the Level 1 Learner’s License for at least six months, and to have no violations, at-fault crashes or suspensions in the 90 days before applying.

Correct answer: Has no flashing lights or gates, so you must look for trains yourself

Passive control systems do not have flashing lights or gates. They use advance-warning signs, pavement markings and crossbuck signs with yield or stop signs, so you must slow down, look both ways and yield to any rail traffic.

Correct answer: Yield to oncoming traffic and turn only after it has cleared

When turning left on a green light, you must yield to all oncoming traffic and complete the turn only once it has cleared. If you are still in the intersection when the light turns red, finish your turn as quickly and safely as possible.

Correct answer: Make the call while your vehicle is safely parked

If you must use a mobile phone, make your call while your vehicle is safely parked. Avoid calling others who are driving.

Correct answer: An orange triangle mounted on the back

Slow-moving vehicles — those that cannot travel faster than 25 mph, such as tractors and Amish buggies — display an orange triangle on the back to warn motorists of their limited speed. Do not get impatient behind them.

Correct answer: To tell you about specific laws that regulate the speed and movement of traffic

Regulatory signs tell you about specific traffic laws — they regulate the speed and movement of traffic. They are usually rectangular with black and white or red and white color patterns, such as speed limit, ONE WAY and NO TURN ON RED signs.

Correct answer: 45 mph, unless a different limit is posted

In most designated work areas the speed limit is 45 mph unless posted differently. Some zones limit speed to 45 mph only when workers are present and allow the normal limit when workers are absent.

Correct answer: An intersection or a railroad crossing

Do not pass when you are within 100 feet of an intersection or railroad crossing, or when your view is blocked within 100 feet of a bridge, viaduct or tunnel. Passing in these spots leaves too little room to react to cross traffic or a train.

Correct answer: All contain the same amount of alcohol

The effects of alcohol are the same whether you drink beer, wine or whiskey — a 12-ounce beer, a 5-ounce glass of wine and a 1.5-ounce shot all contain the same amount of alcohol. Even one drink can impair your judgment, reaction time and vision.

Correct answer: Bridges and underpasses

In cold weather, bridges and underpasses freeze before the rest of the road does. Leave extra time, drive more slowly and allow greater following distance when conditions are hazardous.

Correct answer: You may not drive between 10 p.m. and 5 a.m., with limited exceptions

Level 2 drivers are prohibited from driving between 10 p.m. and 5 a.m. unless accompanied by a parent, guardian or designated adult 21 or older, or driving to or from work or an authorized activity.

Correct answer: The bells are ringing, the lights are flashing, or the gate is down or in motion

No matter what active control system you encounter, stop when the bells are ringing, the lights are flashing, or the gate is down or in motion.

Correct answer: Come to a complete stop and yield to pedestrians and other traffic

A right turn on red is permitted unless a sign prohibits it, but you must first come to a complete stop and yield to pedestrians and other traffic before turning.

Correct answer: All front-seat passengers, including the driver

Michigan law requires all front-seat passengers, including the driver, to be buckled up. A law enforcement officer may stop a vehicle if occupants are not properly buckled.

Correct answer: 15 to 20 mph and keep at least 20 feet back

Slow to 15–20 mph and keep at least 20 feet between your vehicle and the horse so you do not spook it. Never honk the horn or rev the engine — loud noises can startle horses. Pass with caution only when it is safe.

Correct answer: Warn you of a general hazard or changing condition ahead

The diamond shape is used for general warning signs. A yellow diamond warns of hazards or changing conditions ahead — a curve, an intersection, a merge, slippery pavement or similar — so you can be ready to react.

Correct answer: Doubled

Fines are doubled for all moving violations in work zones, and drivers caught speeding in construction zones also face increased points on their driving records.

Correct answer: A solid yellow line is on your side of the center of the road

Do not pass when a solid yellow line is on your side of the center of the road, or when "Do Not Pass" or "No Passing Zone" signs are posted. These markings warn that passing is unsafe for your direction of travel.

Correct answer: Receives four points and faces penalties under the zero-tolerance law

Michigan has a zero-tolerance law for drivers under 21. Being younger than 21 with any bodily alcohol content is a four-point violation. Refusing a preliminary breath test when under 21 is a separate two-point violation.

Correct answer: Take your foot off the accelerator

If your vehicle starts skidding, take your foot off the accelerator. Turn the front wheels only enough to point them in the direction you want to go — and no farther — then straighten the wheels to bring the vehicle under control.

Correct answer: No more than one passenger under age 21, with limited exceptions

A Level 2 driver may not have more than one passenger under age 21 at any time, unless a parent, guardian or designated adult 21 or older is present, the passengers are immediate family, or the driver is going to or from work or an authorized activity.

Correct answer: Proceed over the tracks with enough speed to keep from becoming stuck

When there is snow on the road, proceed over the tracks with enough speed to prevent becoming stuck. Never stop on the tracks, and avoid changing gears while crossing.

Correct answer: Traffic already circulating, approaching from your left

A roundabout is a circular intersection where entering traffic yields to vehicles already traveling counterclockwise around the central island. As you reach the yield line, look to your left and enter only when there is an appropriate gap.

Correct answer: In all seating positions

Michigan law requires all passengers younger than age 16 to be buckled up in all seating positions, front or back.

Correct answer: Yield and let the pedestrian finish crossing

Always yield the right of way to pedestrians. Even with a green light, you must yield to people crossing the street or intersection and take every precaution to avoid a collision.

Correct answer: Cannot travel faster than 25 mph and is slow-moving

The orange triangle marks a slow-moving vehicle — one that cannot travel faster than 25 mph, such as an Amish buggy, farm combine or other agricultural or industrial equipment. Slow down and use caution when you approach one.

Correct answer: Follow the worker’s directions — they have the authority to direct traffic in the work zone

Construction workers have the authority to direct traffic in work zones, and you should follow their directions even when they conflict with an existing traffic control device.

Correct answer: A hill or curve that keeps you from seeing oncoming traffic clearly

Never pass when approaching a hill or curve that prevents you from seeing oncoming traffic clearly, or any time you cannot see clearly ahead. You need a clear view of the road to pass safely.

Correct answer: Up to 93 days in jail, up to a $500 fine, license suspension, and six points

Penalties for operating under the influence can include up to 93 days in jail, up to a $500 fine, license suspension, six points on your record, and more. Penalties are heightened if a driver has minors in the vehicle.

Correct answer: Be prepared for a secondary skid in the opposite direction

As you correct a skid, be prepared for a secondary skid in the opposite direction. Again turn the wheels in the direction you want to go, then straighten them to regain control.

Correct answer: 12 consecutive months without a moving violation, at-fault crash, suspension or GDL violation

A Level 3 Full License requires the teen to be at least 17, to have held Level 2 for at least six months, and to have driven 12 consecutive months without a moving violation, at-fault crash, suspension or GDL restriction violation.

Correct answer: There is room to completely clear the far side of the tracks by at least 6 feet

Never cross the tracks unless there is enough space for your vehicle to completely clear the far side of the tracks by at least 6 feet. Do not risk being trapped on the crossing by stopped traffic ahead.

Correct answer: Stay to the right of the center island and never make a left turn to enter

Always stay to the right of the roundabout’s center island. Never make a left turn to enter — that would place you in front of oncoming traffic. You exit the roundabout by making a right turn onto your desired road.

Correct answer: 8 years old or 4 feet 9 inches tall, whichever comes first

Children must be in an approved child-safety or booster seat until they are 8 years old or 4 feet 9 inches tall. Michigan suggests using the height requirement, since a seat belt may not fit a smaller child correctly.

Correct answer: Never try to pass the stopped vehicle

Never attempt to pass another vehicle that has stopped for a pedestrian. Be especially cautious when the stopped vehicle is a large truck or bus, because its size can block a crossing pedestrian from your view.

Correct answer: A school zone or school crossing

The pentagon (five-sided) shape identifies school zones and school crossings. Slow down, watch for children and obey any crossing guard when you see one.

Correct answer: Follow the directions on the barrels, signs and any workers telling you when and how to merge

Different construction projects use different merging strategies. Follow the directions on the white-and-orange barrels and signs, and watch for construction workers using signs or hand signals to direct the flow of traffic.

Correct answer: It has stopped to load or unload passengers with its red lights flashing

Do not pass a school bus that has stopped to load or unload passengers with its red lights flashing. You must stop at least 20 feet away and remain stopped until the red lights stop flashing.