Massachusetts Permit Test: Signals & Pavement Markings Practice Questions

Correct answer: One-way street onto another one-way street, after stopping

A left on red is allowed only from a one-way street onto another one-way street, after a complete stop and yielding to pedestrians and traffic.

Source: Chapter 4: Rules of the Road – Traffic Signals

Correct answer: After a full stop and yielding, unless a sign forbids it

You may turn right on red after a complete stop and after yielding to pedestrians and other vehicles, unless a NO TURN ON RED sign is posted.

Source: Chapter 4: Rules of the Road – Traffic Signals

Correct answer: Same as a STOP sign

A flashing red light means the same as a STOP sign: come to a complete stop, follow right-of-way rules and proceed when safe.

Source: Chapter 4: Rules of the Road – Traffic Signals

Correct answer: Proceed with caution

A flashing yellow circle is a warning: proceed with caution and look both ways when crossing the intersection.

Source: Chapter 4: Rules of the Road – Traffic Signals

Correct answer: Stop if you can do so safely

A steady yellow means the signal is changing from green to red; you must stop if it is safe. If already stopped, you may not proceed.

Source: Chapter 4: Rules of the Road – Traffic Signals

Correct answer: Turn after yielding to oncoming traffic and pedestrians

A flashing yellow arrow permits a turn when there is an adequate gap in oncoming traffic, which still has a green light, and no pedestrians are in your path.

Source: Chapter 4: Rules of the Road – Traffic Signals

Correct answer: Treat it as an all-way stop

If the signals are blacked out and not working, be cautious and proceed as though there is a stop sign in every direction.

Source: Chapter 4: Rules of the Road – Traffic Signals

Correct answer: Stop for pedestrians

When a Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacon's amber lights are flashing, you must stop for pedestrians.

Source: Chapter 4: Rules of the Road – Traffic Signals – Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacon

Correct answer: Stop, then go with caution if clear

Solid red lights on a Pedestrian Hybrid Beacon mean stop for pedestrians; flashing red lights mean stop and then proceed with caution if clear.

Source: Chapter 4: Rules of the Road – Traffic Signals – Pedestrian Hybrid Beacon

Correct answer: The pedestrian

Pedestrians already in the crosswalk when the countdown reaches zero have the right-of-way, so drivers must wait for them to finish crossing.

Source: Chapter 4: Rules of the Road – Traffic Signals – Pedestrian Signals

Correct answer: Do not pass it

Never pass a vehicle that is stopped or slowing for a pedestrian; it may be hiding someone crossing in front of it.

Source: Chapter 4: Rules of the Road – Traffic Signals – Laws for Drivers

Correct answer: At least 15 feet

When railroad crossing lights flash, stop at least 15 feet before the light post or gate and stay stopped until the gate rises and the lights stop.

Source: Chapter 4: Rules of the Road – Railroad Crossings

Correct answer: Crossing it is not allowed

A double solid white line separates lanes going the same direction, and crossing it is not allowed.

Source: Chapter 4: Rules of the Road – Pavement Markings

Correct answer: You may not cross the lines to pass

When the solid yellow line is closer to you, you cannot cross to pass. If the broken line is on your side, you may pass when it is safe.

Source: Chapter 4: Rules of the Road – Pavement Markings

Correct answer: Only to turn left when safe

Two solid yellow lines prohibit crossing to pass; you may cross them only to make a left turn when it is safe.

Source: Chapter 4: Rules of the Road – Pavement Markings