Impaired Driving & Penalties — Montana
Montana DMV practice test: 526 free practice questions (Based on the official driver handbook). The official format is not yet verified; check the official site before your test. Impaired Driving & Penalties: 41 questions.
Blood alcohol limits, drugs and fatigue, licence suspensions, demerit points and fines.
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| Topic / Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Topic | Impaired Driving & Penalties |
| License test | Montana Car learner's permit test |
| Topic questions | 41 (8% of 526 total) |
| Review status | This topic page is still being reviewed against the official handbook. Until review is finished it is hidden from search engines. |
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Questions (41)
1. A telltale sign of a drunk driver is:
- They are weaving between lanes.
- They are driving more slowly than the normal traffic flow.
- They are making quick and sudden stops.
- All of the above. ✓
Answer: D. All of the above.
2. What is the only way to reduce your blood alcohol concentration (BAC)?
- Drink coffee.
- Exercise.
- Allow your body time to get rid of the alcohol. ✓
- Take a cold shower.
Answer: C. Allow your body time to get rid of the alcohol.
3. To help relieve fatigue on a long trip, it is a good idea to:
- Stop and rest every two hours. ✓
- Do arm exercises every hour.
- Drive with one eye open at a time.
- Change feet on the gas pedal.
Answer: A. Stop and rest every two hours.
4. Consuming which of the following substances may impair your ability to drive safely and may result in an arrest for driving under the influence of intoxicants (DUII)?
- Beer, wine, and other liquor
- Controlled substances, such as illegal drugs or prescription medicines
- Inhalants, such as glue or paint
- All of the above ✓
Answer: D. All of the above
5. As alcohol builds up in your blood, it:
- Slows down your reactions. ✓
- Makes you feel less confident.
- Begins to metabolize itself more quickly.
- Decreases the number of driving errors.
Answer: A. Slows down your reactions.
6. If someone has consumed alcoholic drinks, what will help the person overcome the influence of those drinks?
- Tomato juice and lime
- Hot coffee
- Fresh air
- Only time ✓
Answer: D. Only time
7. Which of the following does not happen after drinking?
- Your reflexes and reaction time slow down.
- Your judgement of speed and distance is distorted.
- You are less alert.
- You calm down and can concentrate better. ✓
Answer: D. You calm down and can concentrate better.
8. You experience an incident at work that has left you feeling angry. When you get to your car, you should:
- Play the radio loudly so you won’t think about it.
- Drive fast on the interstate to let off steam.
- Take a few minutes to cool off before you begin your drive home. ✓
- Stop at your favorite bar and have a few drinks before driving home.
Answer: C. Take a few minutes to cool off before you begin your drive home.
9. You may drink alcoholic beverages in a vehicle on a public highway:
- As long as you aren't driving.
- If you are riding in the back seat.
- If you are riding in the back of a pick-up truck.
- Under no circumstances. ✓
Answer: D. Under no circumstances.
10. The main reason why drinking alcohol and then driving is so dangerous is that it affects your:
- Coordination.
- Vision.
- Judgment and skill. ✓
- Reflexes.
Answer: C. Judgment and skill.
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Last checked: 2026-10-17 · Not yet verified
Updated: · Based on the official driver handbook