Kansas CAR DMV Practice Test 15

The only way to remove the effects of alcohol from the body is to let time pass. Eating, drinking coffee, or taking a shower will not speed up this process.

When entering and driving through a work zone, slow down and be prepared to stop. Obey posted speed limits and be alert to conditions around you. Workers could be present.

An octagonal (eight-sided) sign always means "stop." You must always come to a complete stop at this sign.

To prevent hydroplaning, lower your speed in response to wet roads and keep your tires in good condition. If you detect a loss of control, take your foot off the gas, do not apply the brakes, maintain the direction of the vehicle, and allow the vehicle to slow to a manageable speed.

Using a cell phone while driving is dangerous because it occupies the user's eyes, hands, and mind. Even the most skilled drivers increase their risk of being involved in a crash by using a cell phone on the road.

When turning left from a one-way street onto another one-way street, you should begin the turn from the far left lane.

If you are already within an intersection when the traffic light turns yellow, you should clear the intersection as quickly as possible.

Use low beam headlights when driving in fog, rain, or snow. High beams may reflect off of the weather and make visibility even poorer.

Warning signs are usually yellow with black markings. They alert you to conditions that are immediately ahead. This sign is used to warn drivers about an upcoming curve to the right.

While waiting to turn left, keep your wheels pointed straight ahead until it is safe to start your turn. If a vehicle hits you from behind, this will prevent you from veering into oncoming traffic. When parked facing either uphill or downhill, turn the wheels so the vehicle will not roll into traffic if the brakes fail.

If you are driving at night and a vehicle is approaching with its high beams activated, quickly flash your headlights one time. If the other driver fails to dim their lights, look toward the right side of the road to keep from being blinded by their headlights. Do not retaliate by using your own high beam headlights.

When parking either uphill or downhill on a road that has no curb, you should turn your wheels so that the vehicle will roll away from the center of the road if the brakes fail.

A broken yellow line in the center of the road indicates that traffic next to the broken yellow line may pass, if it is safe to do so.

When passing another vehicle on its left, you may move back into the right lane when the headlights of the passed vehicle can be seen in your rearview mirror. Always signal before changing lanes.

Warning signs are usually yellow with black markings. This sign warns that the divided highway ends ahead. Prepare to change lanes or shift lane position.

Bicycles do not have turn signals so bicyclists use hand and arm signals to alert other drivers to their intentions. If a bicyclist puts their left arm straight out, they are signaling that they intend to turn left.

Your license will expire on your birthday. At least 30 days prior to the expiration of your license, the Division of Vehicles will mail either a notice of expiration or a renewal application to your home address.

This sign indicates that the road may be slippery when wet. Exercise caution when driving on a slippery road.

Use hand-to-hand steering while driving normally at speeds above 15 mph. Hand-to-hand steering is also commonly called push/pull steering. Regarding the steering wheel as a clock face, your left hand should grasp the wheel between 7 and 8 o’clock and your right hand should grasp the wheel between 4 and 5 o’clock.

You should always change lanes gradually and carefully. Only change lanes when necessary. Every lane change increases the possibility of a traffic accident.

The term “distracted driving” refers to driving while anything takes your eyes, hands, or mind away from the task at hand. Distracted driving is the most common contributing factor to reported traffic collisions. Distractions of any sort cause drivers to miss key visual and audio cues needed to avoid a crash.

A round sign always indicates that you are approaching a railroad crossing.

Instructions given by police officers directing traffic always override posted traffic signals and signs. Follow the officer's instructions.

If an oncoming driver fails to dim their high beams, you should avoid looking directly at the headlights. Instead, look toward the right edge of your lane and watch the oncoming vehicle out of the corner of your eye.

Passing areas are based on how far ahead drivers can see. Allow the passing vehicle to re-enter the drive lane as easily as possible to help everyone avoid potential upcoming hazards.