Massachusetts Permit Test (RMV Learner's Permit Exam) — All Questions

A red, eight-sided (octagonal) sign means you must:

• a.Slow down and yield
• b.Come to a complete stop, then proceed when safe✓
• c.Stop only for pedestrians
• d.Merge to the left

A red octagon is a STOP sign; stop fully at the stop line or crosswalk, then go when it is safe. (Massachusetts Driver's Manual, traffic signs)

A yellow, diamond-shaped sign usually indicates:

• a.A speed you must obey
• b.A rest area ahead
• c.A warning of a hazard or change ahead✓
• d.A closed road

Yellow diamond signs are warning signs alerting you to a hazard or a change in the road ahead. (Massachusetts Driver's Manual, warning signs)

A solid double yellow line in the center of the road means:

• a.Passing is allowed both directions
• b.The lane is for turning only
• c.You may cross to pass when clear
• d.Do not cross the line to pass✓

Solid double yellow center lines separate opposing traffic and may not be crossed to pass. (Massachusetts Driver's Manual, pavement markings)

A steady yellow traffic signal means:

• a.The light is about to turn red; stop if you can do so safely✓
• b.Speed up to clear the intersection
• c.The signal is out of service
• d.Turn left only

A steady yellow light warns that red is coming; stop if you can do so safely rather than entering on red. (Massachusetts Driver's Manual, traffic signals)

A white rectangular sign posting a number with SPEED LIMIT is:

• a.An advisory speed for a curve
• b.A regulatory sign you must obey✓
• c.A warning of a school zone only
• d.A guide sign for services

White rectangular regulatory signs give the legal maximum speed you must not exceed. (Massachusetts Driver's Manual, regulatory signs)