MS DMV Cheat Sheet 2026

The 30 highest-yield MS DMV facts, distilled from real exam questions. Print it, save it as a PDF, or study it here — free, no sign-up.

1. What is the maximum speed limit on rural highways in Mississippi unless otherwise posted? → 65 mph
2. What is the best practice when driving in foggy conditions? → Use low-beam headlights and reduce your speed
3. What does 'target fixation' mean in the context of safe driving? → The tendency to steer toward whatever you are looking at
4. In Mississippi, when must headlights be turned on during daylight hours? → When windshield wipers are in continuous use due to rain or conditions
5. What does a white 'STOP HERE ON RED' pavement message at an intersection indicate? → Stop at the marked line and not beyond it when the light is red
6. If you are driving and feel very sleepy, the safest action is to: → Pull off the road safely and rest or sleep
7. Which lane should a driver use when entering a highway via an on-ramp? → Accelerate in the acceleration lane to match highway speed before merging
8. What is the legal limit for blood alcohol concentration (BAC) for drivers 21 years of age or older in Mississippi? → 0.08%
9. In Mississippi, when must you turn on your headlights? → From sunset to sunrise and when visibility is reduced
10. What are the seat belt requirements in Mississippi? → Primary enforcement for front seats
11. In Mississippi, it is illegal to drive with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) at or above: → 0.08%
12. Mississippi law requires that open containers of alcohol in a vehicle must be: → Kept in the trunk or locked glove box, inaccessible to the driver
13. What is Mississippi's Move Over law? → Move over a lane or slow down for stopped emergency vehicles with flashing lights
14. What does a red octagonal sign indicate? → Stop
15. What does a yellow diamond-shaped sign with a deer silhouette indicate on Mississippi roads? → Deer crossing area ahead
16. Brown signs along the highway most commonly indicate: → Recreational areas, parks, or points of interest
17. What is the school zone speed limit in Mississippi? → 20 mph when children are present
18. What does a yellow diamond sign showing two curved arrows in a circular pattern indicate? → Traffic circle or roundabout ahead
19. What should you do when approaching a stop sign at an intersection? → Stop completely and yield to other vehicles and pedestrians
20. What should you do if your brakes fail while driving in Mississippi? → Shift to a lower gear, pump the brakes, use the parking brake, and look for a safe area
21. What happens to your Mississippi driver's license after a third DUI conviction? → It is revoked for 5 years
22. What should you do if you miss your exit on a Mississippi highway? → Continue to the next exit and safely turn around
23. How often should you check and maintain your vehicle’s tire pressure? → Once a month
24. A second DUI conviction in Mississippi within five years results in which of the following? → License suspension for up to 1 year and mandatory jail time of 5 days
25. A sign with the words 'SPEED LIMIT 55' inside a white rectangle is an example of a: → Regulatory sign
26. In Mississippi, what does a pennant-shaped sign on the left side of the road indicate? → No passing zone begins
27. In Mississippi, when must you signal before making a turn or lane change? → At least 100 feet before turning
28. What is the purpose of the 'SIPDE' driving strategy? → A systematic process to scan, identify, predict, decide, and execute safely
29. In Mississippi, when must you yield to pedestrians? → Whenever pedestrians are in a marked or unmarked crosswalk
30. When you see a 'Lane Ends — Merge Left' sign, what should you do? → Gradually merge into the left lane before your lane ends