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Montana DMV driver's license practice test 1

Free Montana driver's license practice test with 25 original questions from the Montana Driver Manual. This test leans on Chapter 3: Signs, Signals, & Markings (6), Chapter 4: Driving Rules (6), and Chapter 5: How to Drive Safely (5). It starts with this question: "In town, what is the minimum distance before a turn to use your turn signal?" No account needed, and every answer is explained.

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In town, what is the minimum distance before a turn to use your turn signal?

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  1. Question 1: In town, what is the minimum distance before a turn to use your turn signal?

    • A. 50 feet
    • B. 300 feet
    • C. 100 feet
    • D. 500 feet

    Source:Montana Driver Manual, Chapter 4: Driving Rules

  2. Question 2: In a single-lane roundabout, may you pass another vehicle?

    • A. Yes, if you signal first
    • B. Yes, using the truck apron
    • C. No, never pass after entering
    • D. Yes, on the left if it's slow

    Source:Montana Driver Manual, Chapter 3: Signs, Signals, & Markings

  3. Question 3: A new resident holds a valid out-of-state basic license. What testing is needed to exchange it?

    • A. No written or road test
    • B. Only the road test
    • C. Only the written test
    • D. Both the written and road tests

    Source:Montana Driver Manual, Chapter 1: The Driver License

  4. Question 4: What visibility distance does Montana law set for a bicycle's front light at night?

    • A. 1,000 feet
    • B. 500 feet
    • C. 100 feet
    • D. 200 feet

    Source:Montana Driver Manual, Chapter 4: Driving Rules

  5. Question 5: Can you drive on an expired Montana license while waiting to renew it?

    • A. Yes, for up to one full year after the expiration date
    • B. No, an expired license isn't valid for driving
    • C. Yes, if you carry the renewal receipt
    • D. Yes, for 30 days as a grace period

    Source:Montana Driver Manual, Chapter 1: The Driver License

  6. Question 6: At 55 mph, about how much time do you need to pass?

    • A. About 2 seconds
    • B. About 30 seconds
    • C. About 10 seconds
    • D. About 4 seconds

    Source:Montana Driver Manual, Chapter 5: How to Drive Safely

  7. Question 7: What happens to traffic fines in Montana work zones?

    • A. They triple
    • B. They stay the same
    • C. They are replaced by warnings
    • D. They double

    Source:Montana Driver Manual, Chapter 3: Signs, Signals, & Markings

  8. Question 8: What rear visibility distance does Montana law set for a vehicle's mirror?

    • A. 500 feet
    • B. 100 feet
    • C. 50 feet
    • D. 200 feet

    Source:Montana Driver Manual, Chapter 2: Motor Vehicle Equipment

  9. Question 9: While waiting to make a left turn, how should your wheels point?

    • A. Straight ahead
    • B. It doesn't matter
    • C. Turned to the right
    • D. Turned to the left

    Source:Montana Driver Manual, Chapter 5: How to Drive Safely

  10. Question 10: How much of your night vision can tinted or some photo gray lenses take away?

    • A. Up to 50%
    • B. Up to 30%
    • C. Up to 90%
    • D. Up to 5%

    Source:Montana Driver Manual, Chapter 5: How to Drive Safely

  11. Question 11: What visibility distance does Montana law set for brake lights in normal sunlight?

    • A. 500 feet
    • B. 50 feet
    • C. 100 feet
    • D. 300 feet

    Source:Montana Driver Manual, Chapter 2: Motor Vehicle Equipment

  12. Question 12: What is the fine for a driver who violates Montana's safety belt law?

    • A. $20
    • B. $100
    • C. $250
    • D. $5

    Source:Montana Driver Manual, Chapter 2: Motor Vehicle Equipment

  13. Question 13: At an intersection with no stop sign or signal, whom should you yield to?

    • A. Vehicles coming from the right
    • B. Nobody; go if you're first
    • C. Whichever vehicle is going faster at the time
    • D. Vehicles coming from the left

    Source:Montana Driver Manual, Chapter 4: Driving Rules

  14. Question 14: Up to about what speed do most tires keep good traction on a wet road?

    • A. About 35 mph
    • B. About 50 mph
    • C. About 20 mph
    • D. About 65 mph

    Source:Montana Driver Manual, Chapter 5: How to Drive Safely

  15. Question 15: Above what property damage must you report a crash immediately to law enforcement?

    • A. $250
    • B. $5,000
    • C. $1,000
    • D. $500

    Source:Montana Driver Manual, Chapter 7: Emergencies, Crashes, & Enforcement Stops

  16. Question 16: When may you cross a broken yellow centerline?

    • A. Never, for any reason
    • B. Only at night
    • C. Whenever you want to change lanes
    • D. Only when overtaking or passing

    Source:Montana Driver Manual, Chapter 3: Signs, Signals, & Markings

  17. Question 17: What does the Hill warning sign suggest you do?

    • A. Check your brakes; you may need a lower gear
    • B. Pull over and let traffic pass
    • C. Turn on your high beams
    • D. Speed up so you can get over the top of the hill

    Source:Montana Driver Manual, Chapter 3: Signs, Signals, & Markings

  18. Question 18: Where may an open alcoholic beverage container be kept in a car with a trunk?

    • A. In the trunk
    • B. In the cup holder, if the driver isn't drinking
    • C. On the back seat
    • D. Under the driver's seat

    Source:Montana Driver Manual, Chapter 6: Physical Requirements

  19. Question 19: On the other side of the street, what is the closest you may park to a fire station driveway?

    • A. 30 feet
    • B. 50 feet
    • C. 75 feet
    • D. 20 feet

    Source:Montana Driver Manual, Chapter 4: Driving Rules

  20. Question 20: In the first six months of a restricted license, without a licensed adult along, how many unrelated passengers under 18 may a teen carry?

    • A. Two
    • B. None
    • C. One
    • D. Three

    Source:Montana Driver Manual, Chapter 1: The Driver License

  21. Question 21: What is the daytime speed limit for cars on Montana two-lane highways?

    • A. 75 mph
    • B. 65 mph
    • C. 60 mph
    • D. 70 mph

    Source:Montana Driver Manual, Chapter 4: Driving Rules

  22. Question 22: When may you enter an intersection on a steady yellow light?

    • A. Never, under any circumstances
    • B. Only if you're too close to stop safely
    • C. Only if you speed up to beat the red
    • D. Whenever no cross traffic is waiting at the light

    Source:Montana Driver Manual, Chapter 3: Signs, Signals, & Markings

  23. Question 23: When you park facing uphill next to a curb, which way should your wheels point?

    • A. Straight ahead
    • B. Away from the curb
    • C. It doesn't matter with the parking brake on
    • D. Toward the curb

    Source:Montana Driver Manual, Chapter 4: Driving Rules

  24. Question 24: What should you do when you see a School Bus Stop Ahead sign?

    • A. Honk to warn the children
    • B. Keep your speed until you see the bus
    • C. Begin slowing now
    • D. Stop at the sign

    Source:Montana Driver Manual, Chapter 3: Signs, Signals, & Markings

  25. Question 25: How far ahead of your vehicle should you look?

    • A. At least 3 seconds
    • B. At least 10 seconds
    • C. Only to the car in front
    • D. At least 30 seconds

    Source:Montana Driver Manual, Chapter 5: How to Drive Safely

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