2025 Massachusetts Permit Test 14
The following questions are from real DMV written tests. These are some of the actual permit questions you will face in Massachusetts. Each permit practice test question has three answer choices. Select one answer for each question and select "grade this section." You can find this button at the bottom of the drivers license quiz. For a complete list of questions and answers for Massachusetts please visit https://staging.dmvwrittentest.cheat-sheets.com/en/massachusetts/car.
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19. The effect that lack of sleep has on your safe driving ability is the same as:
Explanation
Fatigue and being under the influence of alcohol have similar effects on your ability to drive safely. For example, being awake for 18 hours impairs your driving about as much as a blood alcohol level of 0.05 percent. Being awake for 24 hours in a row has the same effect on your driving as a blood alcohol level of 0.10 percent.
20. You are approaching a railroad crossing that has no visible gates or flashing lights, but has a standard crossbuck. You should:
Explanation
You must approach all railroad crossings with extreme caution and cross only when you know that no train is coming from either direction. If there is a flagger at a crossing, you must obey all of their instructions.
21. A steady yellow traffic signal means that a ____ light will soon appear.
Explanation
A steady yellow light on a traffic signal indicates that a steady red light will soon appear.
22. If you need to slow down while driving on a slippery road, the first thing you should do is:
Explanation
To slow down on a slippery road, you should first take your foot off the gas pedal. If you need to slow down even more, gently apply a slow, steady pressure to your brake pedal.
23. You are driving up a hill and are approaching a heavy truck from the rear. You should know that:
Explanation
Drivers must be aware that large vehicles often travel at a speed slower than the posted speed limit, especially when driving on an incline, and should use caution when approaching a large vehicle from the rear. When on a hill with limited visibility, it is unlawful to pass another vehicle.
24. You are involved in an accident and another person is injured. You should:
Explanation
After an accident, do not move the injured unnecessarily. Unskilled handling can make serious injuries out of minor ones. Keep the injured warm until skilled help arrives. If there is severe bleeding, attempt to stop the flow of blood with direct pressure.
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