Written Test

Question 1

When negotiating a curve on a highway at a relatively high speed you should:

A. maintain speed to avoid accidents from drivers behind you

B. increase your speed so you won't violate minimum speed limits

C. decrease your speed further as you enter the curve

Answer 1

C

Question 2

At an intersection without stop or yield signs, two cars reach the intersection at the same time. Which car has the right-of-way?

A. The car on the right

B. The car on the left

C. The car that slows down first

Answer 2

A

Question 3

At night, you should never drive at a speed which would prevent you from stopping within the distance:

A. you can't see in your headlights

B. of a 4 car-lengths

C. of 170 feet

Answer 3

A

Question 4

A driver caught driving with an expired license is penalized by:

A. a fine of Php 500 and suspension for one month

B. a fine of Php 100

C. a fine of Php 400

Answer 4

C

Question 5

You are not allowed to cross a lane with continuous yellow line on the road except if you are:

A. changing lanes

B. turning right

C. turning left

Answer 5

C

Question 6

Who are required to wear a prescribed helmet?

A. All bikers, skaters, and riders are required to wear helmets with ICC sticker at all times

B. All bikers, skaters, and riders are required to wear helmets at all times

C. All motorcycle riders are required to wear helmets with ICC sticker at all times

Answer 6

C

Question 7

It refers to an act penalizing person under the influence of alcohol, dangerous drugs, and similar substances, and for other purpose.

A. R.A. no. 10586

B. R.A. no. 10585

C. R.A. no. 10584

Answer 7

A

Question 8

The hostile and arrogant attitude of a driver towards a person in the authority or passenger in a public utility vehicle is punishable by:

A. a fine of Php 500 and suspension of driver's license

B. imprisonment of six months

C. suspension of license for one month

Answer 8

A

Question 9

Signs that are round, inverted triangle or octagonal with red colored border are called:

A. cautions or warning signs

B. regulatory signs

C. information sign

Answer 9

B

Question 10

If you are backing up in a straight line, turn and look behind and over your shoulder at:

A. right

B. left and right

C. left

Answer 10

A

When backing up, turn to your right so you can see through the back window. Turn your head and body to the right until you can see clearly through the back window. You can drape your right arm over the back of the seat to improve your balance as you do this.

Question 11

Describes the thinking of a defensive driver:

A. always well rested and alert while driving

B. considers driving safely and defensively at all times

C. considers what other drivers might do and is preparing to do

Answer 11

C

Question 12

You are preparing to exit an expressway, when should you start reducing speed?

A. immediately before entering the deceleration lane

B. immediately upon entering the deceleration lane

C. immediately upon spotting the deceleration lane

Answer 12

B

In an expressway you’re driving at higher speed, that’s why there are deceleration lane and signs to give you enough room and time to stop before your exit so begin to slow down as soon as you recognize them.

Question 13

A driver must park within the curb by putting the car in low gear and setting the parking brake for at least:

A. 40 centimeters

B. 35 centimeters

C. 30 centimeters

Answer 13

C

Question 14

When driving downhill on a mountain road always:

A. be always prepared to hit the brakes

B. blow your horn every 1 minute

C. shift to low gear so the engine braking action can help you control your speed

Answer 14

C

Shift to a lower gear before you start heading downhill, as this will help slow down the car without you having to ride the brakes. If your car uses an automatic transmission, use “L” or “2” instead.

Question 15

The minimum age to get a non-professional license is:

A. 16 years old

B. 17 years old

C. 18 years old

Answer 15

B

Question 16

One that affects your visibility while driving is?

A. Defective or dirty headlights

B. Poor road lighting

C. Foggy road

Answer 16

A

Of course all of the choices would affect your visibility while driving. However among the three choices, you only have control over your headlights, so be sure to check it and keep it clean before you drive.

Question 17

If you are traveling on a two-lane road and see the chances for trouble are equal on both sides, you should:

A. position your car slightly to the right

B. position your car slightly to the left

C. center your car between the two lanes to avoid the hazard

Answer 17

C

Presence of mind and focus is necessary for a driver to be able to lessen the risk of being involved in a road accident.

Question 18

If you are parking uphill without a curb, turn the wheels towards the:

A. edge of the street

B. other side of the street

C. middle of the street

Answer 18

A

Question 19

Before making a long trip, a driver should:

A. sleep for 8 hours

B. prepare tools and repair kit; and plan route and check the condition of the vehicle

C. drink coffee if you slept less than 8 hours

Answer 19

B

Doing a pre-trip inspection must be done before hitting the road. The most important reason to do it is for your safety. It can be very dangerous to go out on the road with damaged brakes, compromised wiring, or unsecured load. This especially applies to trucks and other heavy vehicles but should also be done for cars and even motorbikes.

Question 20

A red flag or red light should be attached to any vehicle cargo that exceeds:

A. Three meters from the back of the car

B. Two meters from the back of the car

C. One meter from the back of the car

Answer 20

C

A red flag or red lights must be attached to any cargo vehicle if the projecting end of the load extends more than one meter beyond the body. At night the red lights must be visible from at least 50 meters away.

Question 21

A driver caught driving an unregistered motor vehicle will be penalized by:

A. fine of 5,000 Php

B. suspension of his driver's license for one month

C. a fine of 10,000 Php

Answer 21

C

Never drive an unregistered vehicle. Doing so may result to a fine of Php 10,000. Worse still, if the non-registration exceeded one month, the vehicle will be impounded and released only once the vehicle has been registered and the corresponding fines and penalties have been paid.

Question 22

At an intersection without control device, two cars are approaching from opposite direction at approximately the same time, one is turning left and the other turning right. Which driver must yield?

A. The driver turning right

B. The driver turning left

C. The driver who gets there first

Answer 22

B

At an intersection without any control device or traffic light where two cars are approaching from opposite directions the driver turning left must give way to the driver turning right. Hence the driver turning right has the right-of-way.

Question 23

What will happen when your front tire blows out?

A. The back end will sway towards the side of the blowout

B. The back end will sway away from the blowout

C. The front end will pull towards the side of the blowout

D. The front end will pull to the opposite side of the blowout

Answer 23

C

When the tire has a blowout it suddenly becomes much difficult for the wheel to rotate, and also it is a smaller radius so this makes the car pull into the direction of the blown out tire.

Question 24

A driver must not park or stop at the side of the road with a “STOP SIGN” or a traffic control signal because it reduces visibility for other drivers, especially when it is within:

A. 4 meters

B. 5 meters

C. 6 meters

Answer 24

C

When parking at any intersection or a stop sign be sure to have a distance of at least 6 meters between your car and the intersection stop line.

Question 25

Never park or stop at the side of the road with a fire hydrant, you may only park with a distance of at least: A. 3 meters B. 4 meters C. 5 meters

Answer 25

C

Question 26

Driving with a tampered taximeter is punishable by: A. a fine of P3,000 and suspension of DL B. suspension of the operation of the motor vehicle C. revocation of the driver's license

Answer 26

A

Question 27

Considered a parking violation? A. Parking within ten(10) meters from a signalized intersection B. Parking within fifteen(15) meters from a signalized intersection C. Parking within five(5) meters from a signalized intersection

Answer 27

C

Question 28

If the driver is using a motor vehicle in committing a crime and is convicted, his driver's license shall be: A. Confiscated B. Destroyed C. Revoked and will pay a fine

Answer 28

C. Revoked and will pay a fine

Question 29

The minimum distance away from the vehicle are following: A. 3 cars length B. 15 meters C. 1 car length

Answer 29

C. 1 car length

Question 30

Signs that are triangular in shape and with a red colored border are called: A. Information signs B. Caution or warning signs C. Regulatory signs

Answer 30

B. Caution or warning signs

Question 31

The effects of alcohol in driving are the following except: A. Faster driving B. Coordination of body movements and self judgement C. All of the above

Answer 31

B. Coordination of body movements and self judgement

Question 32

When driving on a mountain roads during daytime, you should: A. Shift to a higher gear B. Bring a navigation map C. Blow your horn when approaching a blind curve

Answer 32

C. Blow your horn when approaching a blind curve ## Footnote Do this as a precaution to warn possible incoming vehicles that you are also approaching. During the night you may also flash your headlights to warn them.

Question 33

When parking uphill, you must: A. Turn your wheels to the left B. Turn your wheels aways from the curb C. Towards the edge of the road

Answer 33

B. Turn your wheels aways from the curb ## Footnote When parking uphill next to a curb, you should turn your wheels away from the curb. This helps prevent the vehicle from rolling into traffic if it were to move backward. Always engage the parking brake as an additional safety measure.

Question 34

If a driver is found to have fake or counterfeit license, his driver's license shall be: A. He/she cannot secure a driver’s license for six(6) months in addition to a fine B. Confiscated C. All of the above

Answer 34

C. All of the above

Question 35

This traffic signs warns you that school children may be present in the vicinity: A. Diamond B. Round C. Pentagon

Answer 35

C. Pentagon

Question 36

How close should another car before dim your headlights? A. 150 meters B. 100 meters C. 80 meters

Answer 36

A. 150 meters

Question 37

Seat belts must be worn by children aged A. 3 years old and above B. 12 years old and above C. 7 years old and above

Answer 37

C. 7 years old and above

Question 38

Never park or stop at the side of the road with a fire hydrant: A. 10 meters B. 5 meters C. 3 meters

Answer 38

B. 5 meters

Question 39

When making a U-Turn, you should: A. Check side and rear mirrors B. Both answers are correct C. Check for traffic behind you and indicate your intention with a left turn signal

Answer 39

C. Check for traffic behind you and indicate your intention with a left turn signal

Question 40

On a four(4) lane road with single white line, you can: A. Overtake by passing over the solid white line B. Overtaking is not allowed C. Overtake with caution

Answer 40

A. Overtake by passing over the solid white line

Question 41

The traffic sign means 'Yield the right of way' A. Vertical rectangle B. Inverted triangle C. Horizontal rectangle

Answer 41

B. Inverted triangle

Question 42

When a driver of PUV refuses to render service, convey passengers, such violation is penalized with: A. Fine of P3,000 B. Fine of P1,000 C. Fine of P10,000

Answer 42

B. Fine of P1,000

Question 43

What to do when you approach a crosswalk or pedestrian lane? A. Stop and yield to pedestrian B. Slow down for pedestrians C. All of the above

Answer 43

A. Stop and yield to pedestrian

Question 44

This traffic sign states direction and distances: A. Horizontal rectangle B. Vertical rectangle C. Rounded board

Answer 44

A. Horizontal rectangle

Question 45

Parking is prohibited: A. Within an intersection B. Around an intersection C. All of the above

Answer 45

A. Within an intersection

Question 46

In bad conditions, the 2-second rule should be increased to A. 3 seconds B. 6 seconds C. 4 seconds

Answer 46

C. 4 seconds

Question 47

A steady red cross means: A. You cannot drive on this lane B. You can drive on this lane C. No entry

Answer 47

A. You cannot drive on this lane

Question 48

Never park or stop at the side of the road with a fire hydrant: A. 10 meters B. 5 meters C. 20 meters

Answer 48

B. 5 meters

Question 49

A driver must park within the curb by putting the car in low gear and setting the parking brake for at least: A. 15 centimeters B. 20 centimeters C. 30 centimeters

Answer 49

C. 30 cm

Question 50

When parking uphill with a curb, turn wheels towards the: A. Right side of the road B. Center of the street C. Left side of the road

Answer 50

B. Center of the street

Question 51

When parking downhill, you must: A. Turn your wheels to curb B. Towards the edge of the road C. Turn your wheels to the right

Answer 51

A. Turn your wheels to curb

Question 52

The penalty of driving a motor vehicle while under the influence of alcohol for the first offense: A. Driver's license shall be confiscated and suspended for 12 months upon final conviction by a regular court B. License Revocation C. Penalty of P10,000

Answer 52

A. Driver's license shall be confiscated and suspended for 12 months upon final conviction by a regular court

Question 53

The signal warns of a hazard ahead: A. Rectangle shape B. Round shape C. Diamond shape

Answer 53

C. Diamond shape

Question 54

Driving an unregistered motor vehicle is a violation with a fine of: A. Fine of P15,000 B. Fine of P10,000 C. Fine of P25,000

Answer 54

B. Fine of P10,000

Question 55

When you intend to turn right or left, signal your intention at least: A. 15 meters before you intend to make your turn B. 25 meters before you intend to make your turn C. 10 meters before you intend to make your turn

Answer 55

B. 25 meters before you intend to make your turn ## Footnote Before turning either left or right be sure to give a signal at least 30 meters before you make the turn. This gives ample time and consideration to vehicles following behind. So 25 meters is the closest answer.

Question 56

Public utility motor vehicle plates are colored: A. yellow with black numerals B. white with green numerals C. white with red numerals

Answer 56

A. yellow with black numerals ## Footnote The LTO issues yellow plates for PUVs and PUJs, red for government vehicles, blue for diplomatic use, and green for private vehicles.

Question 57

When oncoming vehicle (car A) deliberately crosses the centerline to pass another vehicle, you (car B) should be: A. alert and be ready to slow down or stop if necessary B. blow your horn so he's alerted C. maintain your speed

Answer 57

A. alert and be ready to slow down or stop if necessary ## Footnote Driving is not a competition, if an oncoming vehicle has already crossed the centerline to overtake, the best and safest thing to do is to give way.

Question 58

You can overtake on a highway with two lanes if there is a: A. broken yellow line B. continuous white line C. continuous yellow line

Answer 58

A. broken yellow line ## Footnote A broken yellow line on the road is an indicator that overtaking on the left hand side is allowed as long as it is safe to do so.

Question 59

The vehicle you are driving is stalled on a two-way (opposite direction) highway, you should place the Early Warning Device (EWD): A. 2 meters at the back and front of the stalled vehicle B. 3 meters at the back and front of the stalled vehicle C. 4 meters at the back and front of the stalled vehicle

Answer 59

C. 4 meters at the back and front of the stalled vehicle ## Footnote The proper way of installing the Early Warning Device is to put it at 4 meters away from the back and front of the stalled vehicle. Doing so makes it easier and earlier for other road users to recognize the device so they can avoid you.

Question 60

The Road Users Charge Law (R.A. No. 8794) was enacted by the Philippine Congress to serve as basis for. A. collecting violation fees for motor vehicles B. collecting registration fees for motor vehicles C. collecting tax fees for motor vehicles

Answer 60

B. collecting registration fees for motor vehicles ## Footnote Also known as "An Act Imposing a Motor Vehicle User’s Charge on Owners of All Types of Motor Vehicles and for Other Purposes

Question 61

A driver found to have been driving a motor vehicle while under the influence of alcohol, dangerous drugs and/or other similar substances, as provided for under section 5 of this Act, shall be penalized if the violation did not result in physical injuries or homicide with: A. six (6) months imprisonment, and a fine ranging from twenty thousand pesos (₱20,000.00) to eighty thousand pesos (₱80,000.00) B. twelve (12) months imprisonment, and a fine ranging from twenty thousand pesos (₱20,000.00) to eighty thousand pesos (₱80,000.00) C. three (3) months imprisonment, and a fine ranging from twenty thousand pesos (₱20,000.00) to eighty thousand pesos (₱80,000.00)

Answer 61

C. three (3) months imprisonment, and a fine ranging from twenty thousand pesos (₱20,000.00) to eighty thousand pesos (₱80,000.00) ## Footnote If the violation of Section 5 did not result in physical injuries or homicide, the penalty of three (3) months imprisonment, and a fine ranging from Twenty thousand pesos (₱20,000.00) to Eighty thousand pesos (₱80,000.00) shall be imposed.

Question 62

The penalty of driving a motor vehicle while under the influence of alcohol for the first offense: A. non-professional driver’s license shall be confiscated and suspended for a period of twelve (6) months upon final conviction by a regular court B. non-professional driver’s license shall be confiscated and suspended for a period of twelve (12) months upon final conviction by a regular court C. non-professional driver’s license shall be confiscated and suspended for a period of twelve (24) months upon final conviction by a regular court

Answer 62

B. non-professional driver’s license shall be confiscated and suspended for a period of twelve (12) months upon final conviction by a regular court ## Footnote Driving under the influence of alcohol or illegal drugs is extremely dangerous and is punishable by law.

Question 63

What should you do in case your vehicle breaks down on an expressway? Check all that apply. A. Open your trunk and hood B. Stand on the expressway and flag down passing drivers for help C. Call for help using a mobile phone or an expressway phone D. Park as far to the right as possible E. Put your hazard warning light on

Answer 63

A C D E ## Footnote f your vehicle breaks down on an expressway you should open your trunk and hood, and hang something white on your car door handle if possible to indicate you need help. Call for assistance, turn on your hazard warning lights, and keep well away from the expressway.

Question 64

The Temporary Operator's Permit (TOP) authorizes a driver to operate a motor vehicle for a period not exceeding: A. 72-hours from time and date of issue B. one-week C. 15 days

Answer 64

A. 72-hours from time and date of issue ## Footnote Upon issuance a TOP (Temporary Operator's Permit) could be used for 72 hours.

Question 65

What will happen when your rear tire blows out? A. The back end will sway towards the side of the blowout B. The back end will sway away from the blowout C. The front end will pull towards the side of the blowout D. The front end will pull to the opposite side of the blowout

Answer 65

B. The back end will sway away from the blowout ## Footnote The back end is likely to swing out first with the same side as the blowout. Expect it to sway from side to side.

Question 66

When following behind another car, it is considered a safe rule to allow at least: A. one car length per 20 mph or 30 kph speed B. one car length per 30 mph or 40 kph speed C. one car length per 10 mph or 20 kph. speed

Answer 66

C. one car length per 10 mph or 20 kph. speed ## Footnote This was an old rule of thumb decreeing that for every 10 mph of speed the following distance should be one car length. At 20 mph, following distance would be two car lengths, and six car lengths at 60 mph. This gave way to the more scientific 2-second and 3-second rule later on.

Question 66

You are not allowed to overtake at the foot of a bridge because: A. the bridge is narrow B. it's dangerous and you cannot see oncoming vehicles C. people are crossing

Answer 66

C. people are crossing ## Footnote Never ovartake in an intersection, and at the foot or while climbing a bridge or a skyway because this is extremely dangerous.

Question 67

The speed limit signs along the roadways should be thought of as: A. the recommended speed under the best road condition B. the recommended speed under the worst road condition C. the recommended speed under any road condition

Answer 67

A. the recommended speed under the best road condition ## Footnote Imposed speed limits on roads are recommended under the assumption that the roads are in the best condition (i.e. dry, without potholes or heavy traffic, good lighting). So in case the road is wet, let's say in an expressway, then it's safest to drive way slower than the maximum speed limit and not slower than the minimum speed limit at the same time.

Question 68

Under the basic speed law, you may never drive faster than: A. that which is safe B. the posted speed limit C. the flow of traffic

Answer 68

A. that which is safe ## Footnote Speed limits are based on traffic and overall condition of the road. That's why speed limits vary on different highways and roads here in the Philippines. E.g. 100kph in expressways for cars (80kph for trucks/buses); 40kph on avenues and boulevards (30kph for trucks/buses); 30kph on city and town streets; 20kph on crowded streets; 10kph on other private subdivision streets.

Question 69

If a driver is driving too fast into a curve, he: A. should slam the brakes when the needed B. should not pull the handbrake C. should not slam the brakes

Answer 69

C. should not slam the brakes ## Footnote When approaching a curve be sure to not slam on the brakes but rather gently step on the brakes and try to stay in your lane when in a curve.