Nevada DMV Sample Test
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Emergency & Utility Vehicles
When passing a stopped emergency vehicle on a Nevada highway, if you cannot safely change lanes, you must slow to:
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When passing a stopped emergency vehicle on a Nevada highway, if you cannot safely change lanes, you must slow to:
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Nevada's Move Over Law requires drivers to change lanes away from stopped emergency, tow, or maintenance vehicles with flashing lights. If a lane change is unsafe, drivers must reduce speed to 20 mph below the posted limit (or 5 mph if the posted limit is 20 mph or less).
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Severe Weather Driving
If your engine temperature gauge enters the red while driving in the Nevada desert, you should:
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If your engine temperature gauge enters the red while driving in the Nevada desert, you should:
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When overheating, first pull off the road safely. Turn off the AC and crank the heater to max (counterintuitively, this helps pull heat away from the engine). If the temperature doesn't drop, stop and turn off the engine. NEVER open the radiator cap while hot — wait 30+ minutes. Carry extra water in the desert (for you AND the vehicle).
3
Signs & Signals
What does a LOW CLEARANCE sign indicate?
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What does a LOW CLEARANCE sign indicate?
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A Low Clearance sign warns tall vehicles that the space ahead may be too low.
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Signs & Signals
What does a SHARP CURVE sign indicate?
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What does a SHARP CURVE sign indicate?
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A sharp curve sign warns drivers to reduce speed and prepare for a significant change in road direction.
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Signs & Signals
Which statement about sign shapes is NOT correct?
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Which statement about sign shapes is NOT correct?
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Circle-shaped signs warn of railroad crossings, not school crossings. A pentagon shape is commonly used for school zones or school crossings.
6
Signs & Signals
A triangular sign is most commonly used to mean ____.
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A triangular sign is most commonly used to mean ____.
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An inverted triangular sign is used for YIELD.
7
Signs & Signals
What is a pentagon-shaped sign commonly used for?
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What is a pentagon-shaped sign commonly used for?
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Pentagon signs are commonly used for school zones and school crossings.
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Signs & Signals
What do orange signs generally indicate?
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What do orange signs generally indicate?
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Orange is the standard color for work zones and temporary traffic conditions.
9
Signs & Signals
What does this sign indicate?
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What does this sign indicate?
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A stop sign means you must come to a complete stop and proceed only when it is safe.
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Signs & Signals
What does this sign indicate?
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What does this sign indicate?
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A yield sign means slow down, give the right-of-way when required, and stop if necessary.
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