Mixed Deck — All TN DMV Topics Flashcards

How should you react when a large truck is merging onto the highway near you?

Answer: Adjust your speed or change lanes to create space for the truck

Large trucks have limited maneuverability; adjusting your speed or changing lanes to allow them space is the safest action even if you have the right of way.

What must a new Tennessee vehicle owner do within 30 days of purchase?

Answer: Register the vehicle and title it in Tennessee

New vehicle owners in Tennessee must register and title their vehicle at the county clerk's office within 30 days of purchase.

What is required during the Tennessee Intermediate Restricted License phase?

Answer: No driving between 11 PM and 6 AM without a licensed adult

Tennessee Intermediate license holders may not drive between 11 PM and 6 AM unless accompanied by a licensed adult aged 21 or older.

How long must a Tennessee teen hold a Learner Permit before applying for an Intermediate Restricted License?

Answer: At least 180 days

Tennessee requires permit holders to wait at least 180 days (6 months) before upgrading to an Intermediate Restricted License.

Lane splitting — riding a motorcycle between lanes of slow or stopped traffic — is:

Answer: Illegal in Tennessee

Lane splitting is not legal in Tennessee; motorcycles must follow the same lane discipline rules as other vehicles.

When making a right turn at a red light in Tennessee (where permitted), you must first:

Answer: Come to a complete stop and yield to pedestrians and cross traffic

Before turning right on red, you must come to a complete stop and yield to all pedestrians and cross traffic.

A major cause of fatal traffic accidents in Tennessee is:

Answer: Speeding.

Speeding is consistently identified as a leading contributing factor in fatal traffic accidents across Tennessee and the nation. Driving above the posted speed limit or too fast for conditions reduces a driver's ability to react, increases stopping distances, and intensifies the severity of crashes. This makes it a critical safety concern on roadways.

What is the minimum jail time for a first DUI conviction in Tennessee?

Answer: 48 hours

Tennessee law mandates a minimum of 48 hours in jail for a first DUI conviction.

On a divided highway, when a school bus stops with red lights flashing, drivers traveling in the opposite direction must:

Answer: Continue at normal speed — only drivers behind the bus must stop

On a highway divided by a median or barrier, only traffic behind the school bus must stop; oncoming traffic in opposite lanes may continue.

What should you do if you experience a tire blowout at highway speed?

Answer: Grip the wheel firmly, ease off the gas, and steer straight

During a blowout, keep a firm grip on the wheel, gradually release the accelerator, and steer straight before gently guiding the vehicle to a safe stop.

Which of the following is true about driving under the influence of marijuana in Tennessee?

Answer: It is illegal and treated the same as alcohol impairment

Tennessee DUI laws apply to any impairing substance including marijuana, and driving while impaired by it is a criminal offense.

In Tennessee, what is the speed limit in a residential area unless otherwise posted?

Answer: 25 mph

In Tennessee, the default speed limit in a residential area is 25 mph, unless a different speed is clearly posted. This lower speed limit is set to increase safety for pedestrians, children, and other residents in areas with higher population density. Drivers should always be attentive to posted signs, but this is the general rule.

What is the legal Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) limit for drivers 21 and older in Tennessee?

Answer: 0.08%

Tennessee law sets the legal BAC limit at 0.08% for drivers aged 21 and older.

What does a yellow curb typically mean in Tennessee?

Answer: No parking — loading and unloading only

A yellow curb in Tennessee designates a loading zone where vehicles may stop briefly to load or unload but not park.

How many feet before making a turn must a driver signal their intention in Tennessee?

Answer: 100 feet

Tennessee law mandates that drivers signal their intention to turn or change lanes at least 100 feet before executing the maneuver. This requirement provides other drivers with ample warning, allowing them to anticipate and react safely to the turning vehicle. Early signaling is a fundamental practice for preventing collisions and maintaining smooth traffic flow.

Which of the following is NOT a legal reason to double-park in Tennessee?

Answer: None — double parking is never legal in Tennessee

Double parking — stopping alongside a parked vehicle in the travel lane — is illegal in Tennessee under all circumstances.

In Tennessee, you may not park within how many feet of a stop sign?

Answer: 30 feet

Tennessee prohibits parking within 30 feet of a stop sign to ensure clear sight lines for drivers approaching the intersection.

When a pedestrian is crossing at a marked crosswalk in Tennessee, drivers must:

Answer: Stop and yield until the pedestrian has completely crossed

Tennessee law requires drivers to stop and remain stopped until a pedestrian has completely crossed the roadway at a marked crosswalk.

What is the correct procedure when parking on a hill with NO curb in Tennessee?

Answer: Turn wheels toward the edge of the road so the vehicle rolls away from traffic if it moves

With no curb, turn wheels toward the road edge (shoulder) so that if the vehicle rolls, it moves away from traffic and off the road.

What must Tennessee drivers carry in their vehicle at all times?

Answer: Driver's license, proof of insurance, and vehicle registration

Tennessee law requires drivers to carry their driver's license, proof of financial responsibility (insurance), and vehicle registration when operating a vehicle.