BMV BMV Vehicle Operations 2 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: When approaching a roundabout, in which direction do you travel around the central island?
- Counterclockwise (Correct answer)
- Clockwise
- Either direction is allowed
- Whichever has less traffic
Correct answer: Counterclockwise
In the United States, traffic in a roundabout always flows counterclockwise around the center island.
Question 2: What should you do when you see a steady yellow traffic light?
- Speed up to clear the intersection
- Stop if you can do so safely (Correct answer)
- Treat it as a stop sign
- Ignore it and proceed
Correct answer: Stop if you can do so safely
A steady yellow light warns that the signal is about to turn red, so you should stop if it is safe to do so.
Question 3: When parallel parking, how far from the curb should your tires be after you finish?
- Within 12 inches (Correct answer)
- Within 3 feet
- Exactly 2 feet
- Touching the curb firmly
Correct answer: Within 12 inches
Your tires should be within about 12 inches of the curb when parallel parking is complete.
Question 4: What does a flashing red traffic signal require you to do?
- Slow down and proceed with caution
- Come to a complete stop, then proceed when safe (Correct answer)
- Stop only if other cars are present
- Yield without stopping
Correct answer: Come to a complete stop, then proceed when safe
A flashing red light means the same as a stop sign: stop completely, then proceed when it is safe.
Question 5: When should you use your vehicle's horn?
- To warn others of danger and avoid collisions (Correct answer)
- To express anger at other drivers
- To greet pedestrians
- To hurry slow drivers along
Correct answer: To warn others of danger and avoid collisions
The horn should be used to alert others and prevent crashes, not to express frustration.
Question 6: On a road with a solid yellow line on your side, you may:
- Not pass another vehicle (Correct answer)
- Pass if the road is clear
- Pass only large trucks
- Pass at any speed
Correct answer: Not pass another vehicle
A solid yellow line on your side of the center means passing is prohibited.
Question 7: What is the correct hand position recommended on the steering wheel?
- 9 and 3 o'clock (Correct answer)
- 12 o'clock only
- 6 o'clock with one hand
- 10 and 2 with elbows locked
Correct answer: 9 and 3 o'clock
The 9 and 3 o'clock position gives the best control and reduces injury risk from airbag deployment.
BMV BMV Vehicle Operations 2
When approaching a roundabout, in which direction do you travel around the central island?