Rhode Island: Licensing basics — About the Division, This Manual and Litter Practice Test
Questions in this part include: “The Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) is a governmental agency within which department of Rhode Island state government?” · “What does the manual suggest you routinely do before driving, particularly with open windows or sunroofs?”
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Questions are original and based on the official manual "Rhode Island Driver’s Manual" (April 2024), Rhode Island Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV).
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The Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) is a governmental agency within which department of Rhode Island state government?
- The Department of Transportation
- The Department of Revenue
- The Department of Public Safety
- The Office of Postsecondary Commissioner
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Correct answer: The Department of Revenue
The manual describes the DMV as an agency within the Department of Revenue.
Source: Rhode Island Driver’s Manual (April 2024), page 4
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The manual says the DMV works under the direction of its Administrator. What other title does it give that position?
- Commissioner
- Superintendent
- Director
- Registrar
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Correct answer: Registrar
The manual puts the title Registrar in parentheses right after the DMV Administrator.
Source: Rhode Island Driver’s Manual (April 2024), page 4
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Which of these is stated as a responsibility of the Division of Motor Vehicles?
- Building and repairing roads and bridges
- Administering the School Bus Driver Road test
- Training and recertifying school bus drivers
- Administering the motor vehicle insurance laws
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Correct answer: Administering the motor vehicle insurance laws
The DMV's listed duties include administering the motor vehicle insurance laws. The School Bus Driver Road test and school bus driver training belong to the Community College of Rhode Island.
Source: Rhode Island Driver’s Manual (April 2024), page 4
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Which two driver retraining programs does the Community College of Rhode Island (CCRI) manage?
- The Speed Awareness course and the Defensive Driving course
- The Alcohol Education course and the Defensive Driving course
- The Alcohol Education course and the Distracted Driving course
- The Road Rage course and the Drowsy Driving course
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Correct answer: The Alcohol Education course and the Defensive Driving course
The manual names the Alcohol Education course and the Defensive Driving course as the state's two primary driver retraining programs run by CCRI.
Source: Rhode Island Driver’s Manual (April 2024), page 4
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Which organization operates the statewide Driver Education and Motorcycle safety programs?
- The Rhode Island State Police
- The Department of Transportation
- The Community College of Rhode Island
- The Department of Revenue
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Correct answer: The Community College of Rhode Island
The manual says the Community College of Rhode Island operates the statewide Driver Education and Motorcycle safety programs.
Source: Rhode Island Driver’s Manual (April 2024), page 4
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Which road test does the Community College of Rhode Island administer?
- The School Bus Driver Road test
- The passenger car driver skills test
- The motor vehicle inspection test
- The State Police trooper road test
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Correct answer: The School Bus Driver Road test
The manual says CCRI administers the School Bus Driver Road test.
Source: Rhode Island Driver’s Manual (April 2024), page 4
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According to the manual, what kind of improper waste disposal counts as litter?
- Only waste thrown out of a vehicle on purpose
- Only waste left behind by pedestrians
- Both intentional and unintentional improper disposal
- Only cigarette butts and food packaging
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Correct answer: Both intentional and unintentional improper disposal
The manual says litter includes waste improperly disposed of whether on purpose or by accident, such as an unsecured load or overflowing trash can.
Source: Rhode Island Driver’s Manual (April 2024), page 5
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What does the manual urge drivers to do to keep litter from spreading out of a truck bed?
- Exercise caution in securing items in the truck bed
- Drive with the tailgate lowered
- Cover the truck bed only when it rains
- Keep loads loose so they can be unloaded quickly
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Correct answer: Exercise caution in securing items in the truck bed
To prevent litter, the manual asks drivers to be careful to secure items in truck beds.
Source: Rhode Island Driver’s Manual (April 2024), page 5
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What does the manual suggest you routinely do before driving, particularly with open windows or sunroofs?
- Wipe down all the windows
- Empty the trunk of all items
- Check the weather forecast
- Check for waste in the vehicle
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Correct answer: Check for waste in the vehicle
The litter section suggests checking the vehicle for loose waste before driving, especially if windows or sunroofs are open, so it does not blow out.
Source: Rhode Island Driver’s Manual (April 2024), page 5
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Which tests does the manual say are covered by the information in it?
- Only the Knowledge exam
- The Knowledge exam and the Driver Skills test
- Only the Driver Skills test
- Neither exam; it covers only traffic laws
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Correct answer: The Knowledge exam and the Driver Skills test
The manual's message to the reader says it covers both the DMV Knowledge exam and the Driver Skills test.
Source: Rhode Island Driver’s Manual (April 2024), page 5
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How does the manual describe itself?
- The complete legal text of Rhode Island traffic law
- A guideline that is not a legal document
- A binding legal contract with the DMV
- A replacement for the state statutes
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Correct answer: A guideline that is not a legal document
The manual calls itself a guideline and says plainly that it is not a legal document.
Source: Rhode Island Driver’s Manual (April 2024), page 5
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Which agency helped the DMV co-produce the Driver's Manual?
- The Rhode Island Department of Health
- The Rhode Island Department of Education
- The Rhode Island Attorney General's office
- The Rhode Island State Police
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Correct answer: The Rhode Island State Police
The manual says it is co-produced by the DMV, CCRI, the Rhode Island State Police and the Department of Transportation.
Source: Rhode Island Driver’s Manual (April 2024), page 5
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According to the manual, how may a road skills test be scheduled?
- At the time of the knowledge exam or by reserving online
- Only by mailing a request to the DMV
- Only in person on the morning of the test
- Only through the Community College of Rhode Island
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Correct answer: At the time of the knowledge exam or by reserving online
The manual says you can book the road skills test when you take the computerized knowledge exam or by reserving online.
Source: Rhode Island Driver’s Manual (April 2024), page 5
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What does the DOT Director's message suggest you do once you obtain your permit?
- Take the road test as soon as possible
- Practice driving alone to build confidence
- Stop practicing once you pass the knowledge exam
- Gain numerous, well-monitored driving experience
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Correct answer: Gain numerous, well-monitored driving experience
The Director suggests taking time to build plenty of well-monitored driving experience after getting a permit.
Source: Rhode Island Driver’s Manual (April 2024), page 6
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What fine range does the manual state for littering on public or private roadways or property?
- $25 to $100
- $250 to $500
- $85 to $1000
- $1000 to $5000
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Correct answer: $85 to $1000
Littering on public or private roadways or property is a violation with a fine of $85 to $1000.
Source: Rhode Island Driver’s Manual (April 2024), page 58
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How does the manual describe driving a motor vehicle?
- A right of every resident aged 16 or older
- A right that cannot be taken away
- A requirement for all adults
- A privilege and not a right
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Correct answer: A privilege and not a right
The final word states that driving is a privilege and not a right.
Source: Rhode Island Driver’s Manual (April 2024), page 71