Minnesota DVS Driver's Knowledge Test (Class D) — Questions and Answers

Question 1: What does a Minnesota sign reading 'DO NOT ENTER' with a white rectangle on red mean?

Restricted access — permit required
Emergency vehicles only beyond this point
Road closed for maintenance
Entry prohibited — usually a one-way road or ramp (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Entry prohibited — usually a one-way road or ramp

A 'Do Not Enter' sign prohibits entry into a roadway or lane, commonly found at one-way roads, exit ramps, and divided highway openings.

Question 2: What is the minimum bodily injury liability coverage required per accident (all persons) in Minnesota?

$100,000
$60,000 (Correct answer)
$30,000
$50,000

Correct answer: $60,000

Minnesota requires $60,000 in bodily injury liability per accident to cover injuries to multiple people in one crash.

Question 3: In Minnesota, what is the penalty classification for running a red light?

A gross misdemeanor
A verbal warning only
A felony
A petty misdemeanor (Correct answer)

Correct answer: A petty misdemeanor

Running a red light in Minnesota is typically classified as a petty misdemeanor, resulting in a fine.

Question 4: Can you renew your vehicle registration online in Minnesota?

No
Yes (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Yes

Yes, you can renew your vehicle registration online in Minnesota. The Minnesota DVS provides an online portal for vehicle owners to conveniently complete their registration renewal from home or any internet-connected device. This digital option streamlines the renewal process for many residents.

Question 5: In Minnesota winter conditions, how should a driver handle braking on icy roads?

Steer into the skid and accelerate
Apply steady, gentle pressure or use threshold braking on non-ABS vehicles (Correct answer)
Brake hard and fast to stop quickly
Pump the brakes continuously at all speeds

Correct answer: Apply steady, gentle pressure or use threshold braking on non-ABS vehicles

On icy roads, drivers should apply steady gentle pressure; on vehicles without ABS, threshold braking (just below lockup) provides the most control.

Question 6: In Minnesota, what does a white rectangular sign with black text 'SPEED LIMIT 55' mean?

Maximum legal speed under normal conditions (Correct answer)
Speed limit applies only to trucks
Advisory speed — you may exceed it in good conditions
Minimum required speed on the roadway

Correct answer: Maximum legal speed under normal conditions

A speed limit sign indicates the maximum legal speed under normal conditions — exceeding it is a violation regardless of traffic or weather.

Question 7: Under Minnesota's implied consent law, what happens if a driver refuses a chemical test after a DWI stop?

The charge is immediately dismissed
The driver is only charged with a minor infraction
The refusal results in automatic license revocation and can be used as evidence (Correct answer)
Nothing — refusal is a legal right with no consequences

Correct answer: The refusal results in automatic license revocation and can be used as evidence

Minnesota's implied consent law means all drivers agree to chemical testing as a condition of licensure — refusal leads to automatic license revocation and the refusal itself is admissible in court.

Question 8: What does 'driving with a cancelled IPS (Ignition Interlock Program violation)' mean in Minnesota?

Refusing to renew a license after a DWI
Driving with an expired registration
Driving out-of-state during a Minnesota license suspension
Violating the terms of a restricted ignition interlock license by tampering with or bypassing the device (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Violating the terms of a restricted ignition interlock license by tampering with or bypassing the device

Minnesota's Ignition Interlock Program requires DWI offenders to use a breath-testing device in their vehicle — tampering with or bypassing it is a serious violation.

Question 9: What does Minnesota recommend drivers carry in their vehicle during winter months?

A tire inflator and car polish
Only a cell phone for roadside assistance
An emergency kit with blankets, shovel, jumper cables, and sand or kitty litter (Correct answer)
A portable heater and generator

Correct answer: An emergency kit with blankets, shovel, jumper cables, and sand or kitty litter

Minnesota recommends keeping a winter emergency kit including blankets, a small shovel, jumper cables, and sand or kitty litter for traction if stranded.

Question 10: What effect does marijuana have on driving according to Minnesota DVS education materials?

Only edible marijuana impairs driving
Marijuana has no effect on driving ability
Marijuana improves focus and reaction time
Marijuana impairs reaction time, tracking, and judgment similar to alcohol (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Marijuana impairs reaction time, tracking, and judgment similar to alcohol

Marijuana impairs reaction time, divided attention, lane tracking, and cognitive functions needed for safe driving, similar to the impairments caused by alcohol.

Question 11: How many drinks does it take to reach a .08% BAC for an average 160-pound person?

2 drinks
3–4 drinks (Correct answer)
7–8 drinks
1 drink

Correct answer: 3–4 drinks

For an average 160-pound adult, approximately 3–4 standard drinks consumed in one hour can raise BAC to .08%, though individual factors vary widely.

Question 12: In Minnesota, what BAC limit applies to drivers under 21 years old?

.04%
Any detectable amount — zero tolerance (Correct answer)
.08%
.02%

Correct answer: Any detectable amount — zero tolerance

Minnesota enforces a zero-tolerance policy for drivers under 21, meaning any detectable alcohol in the blood is illegal while operating a vehicle.

Question 13: What does a yellow sign with a pedestrian symbol mean in Minnesota?

Pedestrian crosswalk ahead — watch for pedestrians (Correct answer)
School zone — children present
Pedestrian crossing prohibited
Blind pedestrian area — use extra caution

Correct answer: Pedestrian crosswalk ahead — watch for pedestrians

A yellow pedestrian warning sign alerts drivers that a pedestrian crosswalk is ahead and they should watch for people crossing.

Question 14: In Minnesota, what is the penalty for operating a vehicle without a proper title?

Immediate vehicle impoundment with no fine
Verbal warning only for first offense
A misdemeanor or petty misdemeanor citation and fines (Correct answer)
Suspension of the vehicle registration only

Correct answer: A misdemeanor or petty misdemeanor citation and fines

Operating a vehicle without proper title documentation in Minnesota can result in a misdemeanor or petty misdemeanor citation and associated fines.

Question 15: What does a Minnesota 'YIELD' sign require a driver to do?

Slow down and give the right-of-way to traffic on the intersecting road (Correct answer)
Come to a complete stop regardless of traffic
Proceed at reduced speed without stopping
Only yield to emergency vehicles

Correct answer: Slow down and give the right-of-way to traffic on the intersecting road

A yield sign requires the driver to slow down and give the right-of-way to vehicles already in the intersection or approaching from another road, stopping only if necessary.

Question 16: What is the minimum uninsured motorist bodily injury coverage required in Minnesota?

$50,000/$100,000
$30,000/$60,000
$25,000/$50,000 (Correct answer)
$10,000/$20,000

Correct answer: $25,000/$50,000

Minnesota requires uninsured motorist bodily injury coverage of at least $25,000 per person and $50,000 per accident.

Question 17: What is the safe following distance a Minnesota driver should maintain at highway speeds on dry roads?

1-second rule
5-second rule
3-second rule (Correct answer)
2-second rule

Correct answer: 3-second rule

Minnesota recommends the 3-second rule for following distance at highway speeds on dry roads, allowing adequate reaction and stopping time.

Question 18: What should you do when you approach a red traffic light?

Speed up to cross the intersection quickly.
Stop before entering the intersection. (Correct answer)
Slow down and proceed with caution
Continue driving if there is no traffic

Correct answer: Stop before entering the intersection.

A red traffic light is a universal signal indicating that drivers must come to a complete stop. You should stop before the white stop line, crosswalk, or entering the intersection, and wait until the light turns green before proceeding. This rule ensures safety and prevents collisions.

Question 19: Minnesota is classified as what type of auto insurance state?

No-fault state (Correct answer)
Choice no-fault state
Pure tort state
At-fault contributory state

Correct answer: No-fault state

Minnesota is a no-fault state, meaning each driver's own insurance pays for their medical expenses regardless of who caused the accident.

Question 20: Which of the following coverages is NOT mandated by Minnesota state law?

Personal Injury Protection (PIP)
Uninsured motorist coverage
Bodily injury liability
Comprehensive coverage (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Comprehensive coverage

Comprehensive coverage is optional in Minnesota; it protects against non-collision events like theft or weather but is not legally required.

Question 21: In Minnesota, what is the most dangerous time of day for deer-vehicle collisions?

Midday when deer are most active
Midnight when roads are empty
Afternoon during peak traffic
Dawn and dusk when light is low and deer are moving (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Dawn and dusk when light is low and deer are moving

Deer are most active at dawn and dusk, and low light conditions make them harder to see, making these the highest-risk times for deer-vehicle collisions in Minnesota.

Question 22: In Minnesota, can a driver be arrested for DWI if they are impaired by a legally prescribed medication?

No — a valid prescription is a complete defense
Yes — driving while impaired by any substance, including prescribed drugs, is illegal (Correct answer)
Only if the driver is also drinking alcohol
Only if the medication label warns against driving

Correct answer: Yes — driving while impaired by any substance, including prescribed drugs, is illegal

Minnesota law prohibits driving while impaired by any substance, including legally prescribed medications — impairment is the key factor, not the legality of the substance.

Question 23: What is the minimum bodily injury liability coverage required per person in Minnesota?

$20,000
$50,000
$100,000
$30,000 (Correct answer)

Correct answer: $30,000

Minnesota requires at least $30,000 in bodily injury liability coverage per person involved in an accident.

Question 24: In Minnesota, what is a 'salvage title' and when is it issued?

A title for vehicles with major engine modifications
A title issued to antique vehicles over 25 years old
A title issued when a vehicle is declared a total loss by an insurance company due to damage (Correct answer)
A title issued for vehicles used in off-road competitions

Correct answer: A title issued when a vehicle is declared a total loss by an insurance company due to damage

A salvage title is issued in Minnesota when an insurance company declares a vehicle a total loss, typically when repair costs exceed the vehicle's value.

Question 25: What does a blue rectangular sign along a Minnesota highway typically indicate?

Construction activity
Motorist services such as food, fuel, or lodging (Correct answer)
Speed limit changes
State park boundaries

Correct answer: Motorist services such as food, fuel, or lodging

Blue rectangular signs provide information about motorist services including gas, food, lodging, and hospitals available at upcoming exits.

Question 26: When gifting a vehicle in Minnesota, what value is used to calculate the title transfer tax?

$10 for qualifying immediate family member gifts (Correct answer)
$0 — gifts are always tax-exempt
The original purchase price of the vehicle
The Kelly Blue Book retail value

Correct answer: $10 for qualifying immediate family member gifts

Minnesota allows a $10 tax basis for vehicle gifts between qualifying immediate family members (spouse, parent, child, sibling), significantly reducing the transfer cost.

Question 27: What does a Minnesota sign showing a white arrow curving upward on a green background mean?

Exit only ramp ahead (Correct answer)
Lane ends — merge left
Merge right
Through traffic must exit

Correct answer: Exit only ramp ahead

A green sign with a white curved arrow indicates an exit-only lane, meaning traffic in that lane will leave the main road at the upcoming ramp.

Question 28: Why does Minnesota recommend removing snow from the entire vehicle before driving, including the roof?

Roof snow causes the vehicle to overheat
Insurance requires a completely clear vehicle
Snow sliding off the roof can obscure the driver's windshield or fly into other vehicles (Correct answer)
Excess weight on the roof reduces fuel economy

Correct answer: Snow sliding off the roof can obscure the driver's windshield or fly into other vehicles

Snow can slide off the roof onto the windshield, blocking vision, or fly off and strike following vehicles, creating dangerous conditions for everyone on the road.

Question 29: In Minnesota, what BAC limit applies to commercial vehicle drivers operating a CMV?

.06%
.08%
.04% (Correct answer)
.02%

Correct answer: .04%

The federal BAC limit for commercial motor vehicle (CMV) drivers in Minnesota is .04%, half the standard limit, due to the increased responsibility and danger of operating large vehicles.

Question 30: In Minnesota, what does a 'drug recognition evaluator' (DRE) officer do during a drugged driving investigation?

Administers a breathalyzer test for drug metabolites
Conducts a structured 12-step evaluation to identify drug impairment and the category of drug involved (Correct answer)
Only performs blood draws at the police station
Checks the driver's prescription drug history

Correct answer: Conducts a structured 12-step evaluation to identify drug impairment and the category of drug involved

A DRE officer is specially trained to perform a 12-step evaluation including vital signs, eye tests, and divided attention tests to identify drug impairment when a breathalyzer shows low or no alcohol.

Question 31: How should following distance be adjusted in Minnesota when driving on snow or ice?

Decrease to 1 second since tires grip better in snow
Follow within 1 car length to keep heat from the vehicle ahead
Increase to 6–10 seconds (Correct answer)
Keep the same 3-second rule

Correct answer: Increase to 6–10 seconds

On snow or ice, stopping distances increase dramatically and drivers should increase following distance to 6–10 seconds to allow for extended braking.

Question 32: What does a Minnesota stop sign look like, and what must a driver do upon seeing one?

Octagonal red sign — come to a complete stop and yield (Correct answer)
Square red sign — stop if traffic is present
Triangular red sign — yield and proceed
Round red sign — slow to 10 mph

Correct answer: Octagonal red sign — come to a complete stop and yield

A stop sign is an octagonal red sign with white letters that requires drivers to come to a complete stop and yield to all traffic and pedestrians before proceeding.

Question 33: What should a Minnesota driver do to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning if stuck in a snowstorm?

Rev the engine frequently to melt snow around the vehicle
Run the engine continuously for heat
Periodically check that the exhaust pipe is clear of snow and crack a window slightly (Correct answer)
Block all window gaps to conserve heat

Correct answer: Periodically check that the exhaust pipe is clear of snow and crack a window slightly

A blocked exhaust pipe can cause deadly carbon monoxide to enter the vehicle — check the pipe and keep a window cracked for ventilation when running the engine.

Question 34: Minnesota law requires children under what age to be in a child safety seat?

8 (Correct answer)
4
5
7

Correct answer: 8

Minnesota law requires children under the age of eight to be properly secured in a child safety seat or booster seat, unless they are 4 feet 9 inches tall or taller. This regulation is crucial for passenger safety, as standard adult seat belts are not designed to fit smaller bodies effectively and may not provide adequate protection in the event of a crash.

Question 35: What is the minimum property damage liability coverage required in Minnesota?

$25,000
$5,000
$10,000 (Correct answer)
$15,000

Correct answer: $10,000

Minnesota law requires a minimum of $10,000 in property damage liability coverage per accident.

Question 36: What is the minimum Personal Injury Protection (PIP) coverage required in Minnesota?

$40,000 (Correct answer)
$30,000
$20,000
$50,000

Correct answer: $40,000

Minnesota requires a minimum of $40,000 in Personal Injury Protection (PIP) as part of its no-fault insurance system.

Question 37: In Minnesota, can a vehicle be sold without a title if it is more than a certain age?

Yes — vehicles over 25 years old may use a bill of sale only
No — all vehicles regardless of age require a title in Minnesota
Yes — vehicles over 10 years old do not require a title
Yes — vehicles model year 1972 and older are exempt from Minnesota title requirements (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Yes — vehicles model year 1972 and older are exempt from Minnesota title requirements

Minnesota exempts vehicles of model year 1972 and older from title requirements — these vehicles can be transferred using a bill of sale instead.

Question 38: How far from an intersection must a Minnesota driver begin signaling before making a turn?

150 feet
75 feet
100 feet (Correct answer)
50 feet

Correct answer: 100 feet

Minnesota law requires drivers to signal at least 100 feet before making a turn at an intersection.

Question 39: On a Minnesota traffic signal, what does a solid green arrow mean?

Merge into adjacent lane
Yield before turning in the arrow direction
Caution — turn only if safe
Proceed in the arrow direction — oncoming traffic is stopped (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Proceed in the arrow direction — oncoming traffic is stopped

A solid green arrow is a protected turn signal, meaning oncoming traffic is stopped and you may proceed in the indicated direction without yielding.

Question 40: In Minnesota, what must a driver do when visibility drops below 200 feet due to blowing snow?

Switch to high beams and slow to 40 mph
Pull safely off the road and turn on hazard lights (Correct answer)
Reduce speed to 30 mph and continue
Follow the vehicle ahead closely as a guide

Correct answer: Pull safely off the road and turn on hazard lights

When visibility falls below 200 feet from blowing snow, the safest action is to pull completely off the roadway and activate hazard lights until conditions improve.

Minnesota DVS Driver's Knowledge Test (Class D)

The Minnesota Driver and Vehicle Services (DVS) Class D knowledge test evaluates applicants on traffic laws, road signs, safe driving practices, alcohol/drug awareness, insurance requirements, and special driving conditions as covered in the Minnesota Driver's Manual.

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