Ch. 3 Traffic Laws & Vehicle Operation

According to Minnesota traffic laws, where should a vehicle be driven on roadways that are wide enough?

• On the left half of the roadway

• On the right half of the roadway except under certain conditions

• In the middle of the roadway

• Anywhere on the roadway as long as it is safe

Under which condition is a vehicle allowed to be driven on the left half of the roadway in Minnesota?

• When overtaking or passing another vehicle traveling in the same direction under the passing rules

• When driving slower than the posted speed limit

• During heavy traffic conditions

• At the driver's discretion

What is Minnesota’s basic speed law requirement for drivers?

• To drive at a speed no faster than the posted speed limit

• To drive at a speed no faster than is reasonable under existing conditions

• To always drive at the minimum speed limit

• To drive at a speed matching the flow of traffic

What is the consequence of driving faster than the posted speed limit in Minnesota?

• It is considered safe as long as the driver is experienced

• It is legal during off-peak hours

• It is illegal and considered a violation of the basic speed law

• It is allowed when passing another vehicle

What is the maximum speed limit on two-lane highways with a posted speed limit of 55 mph or higher in Minnesota when the driver is lawfully passing another vehicle in the same direction?

• 55 mph

• 65 mph

• 75 mph

• The posted speed limit plus 10 mph

What are the Minnesota speed limits under ideal driving conditions unless traffic signs indicate otherwise?

• 10 mph in alleys, 30 mph on urban or town roads, 55 mph in all other locations

• 20 mph in alleys, 40 mph on urban or town roads, 60 mph in all other locations

• 15 mph in alleys, 25 mph on urban or town roads, 50 mph in all other locations

• 5 mph in alleys, 35 mph on urban or town roads, 45 mph in all other locations

What is the minimum surcharge for speeding if you violate the law by not slowing down for a flag person, pedestrians, barricades, and flares or reflectors on the road?

• $15

• $25

• $35

• $50

When are you required to reduce your speed?

• Only in construction zones

• When driving over 100 mph

• When approaching or passing a stopped emergency vehicle with its emergency lights flashing

• Only during bad weather

How far in advance must you activate your signal before making a turn or lane change?

• At least 50 feet before the turn

• At least 100 feet before the turn

• At least 150 feet before the turn

• At least 200 feet before the turn

What additional penalty can be imposed if you are caught driving in excess of 100 mph?

• Your driving privileges will be suspended for one month

• Your driving privileges will be suspended for three months

• Your driving privileges will be revoked for a minimum of six months

• Your driving privileges will be revoked for a minimum of one year