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Massachusetts Emergencies practice

Practice 22 Massachusetts DMV questions on emergencies. Answer interactively below with an instant explanation after every question.

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Example questions & answers

1

What is the correct way to stop your vehicle if the brakes fail?

  • A.a) Apply the parking brake gradually.
  • B.b) Gently hit the car in front of you.
  • C.c) Shift into a lower gear.
  • D.Do a) or c).✓

Why: If your brakes fail, you have two main mechanical options to slow down safely. You should shift into a lower gear to use engine braking and apply the parking brake gradually to stop without locking the wheels.

2

When an emergency vehicle with a siren approaches, you are required to pull over and stop except when:

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  • A.you are in a hurry.
  • B.you are in an intersection.✓
  • C.the emergency vehicle can use another lane.
  • D.you are in a school zone.

Why: Never stop inside an intersection when an emergency vehicle approaches. Drive through the intersection first, then pull over to the right as soon as it is safe.

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