Oklahoma Permit Study Guide

Question 1

Dashed Yellow lines on your side of the road means what?

Answer 1

Passing is allowed, watch for oncoming traffic.

Question 2

A solid line on your side of the road means you can pass?
True or False?

Answer 2

False

Question 3

A Broken line on your side of the road means you can pass?
True or False?

Answer 3

True

Question 4

You should always look backwards the entire time you are backing for safety and to keep from getting an “auto fail” on the driving test.
True or False?

Answer 4

True

Question 5

Psychologist tell us that as drivers respond to the traveling public in one of three states of mind

Answer 5

Child, Parent and Adult

Question 6

What is a safe following distance?

Answer 6

3 seconds.

Question 7

While you are driving you see a vehicle beginning to turn left in front of you. You should?

Answer 7

Slow down and prepare to stop.

Question 8

When should you return to your lane after passing another vehicle?

Answer 8

As soon as you can see the passed vehicle in your rear view mirror

Question 9

Abusing drugs and/or alcohol and then driving can result in?

Answer 9

Death and serious injury.
Loss of freedom.
Loss of large sums of money for legal expenses and victim compensation.

Question 10

What should you do if the vehicle in front of you attempts to pass at the same time that you do?

Answer 10

Return to the right lane until the other vehicle finishes their pass

Question 11

While skidding, which direction do you turn your steering wheel?

Answer 11

In the direction of the skid

Question 12

Where is it illegal to park?

Answer 12

Within 25 feet of a fire hydrant
Within 75 feet of a railroad
Within 20 feet of a crosswalk

Question 13

Which way do you turn your steering wheel when you are parking downhill with a curb?

Answer 13

Right

Question 14

Which way do you turn your steering wheel when parking up or down a hill without a curb?

Answer 14

Right

Question 15

If a police officer directs you through a red light, you should?

Answer 15

Proceed as directed by the policeman

Question 16

Who is affected by the Implied Consent Law?

Answer 16

Residents and non-residents

Question 17

What is the safest speed for driving on snow and ice covered roads?

Answer 17

A speed that adjusts for existing conditions

Question 18

What is the meaning of this road sign? (yellow house with 2 human figures and then an additional sign with an arrow point down?

Answer 18

School crossing children crossing in this area

Question 19

An oncoming vehicle drifts toward you in your lane. You should:

Answer 19

Move to the right, slow down and honk your horn.

Question 20

A vehicle closely approaches you with their high beam headlights. You should?

Answer 20

Flash your high beam headlights momentarily, then look at the shoulder of the road and use it as a guide until the vehicle passes

Question 21

Children until at least
years of age must be in a rear facing car seat or the child reaches
the weight or height limit of the car seat.

Answer 21

2 years old

Question 22

Always yield to:

Answer 22

Children playing in the street
Emergency vehicles
Blind Persons

Question 23

Which of the following alcoholic drinks and amounts is most intoxicating?

Answer 23

All have relatively equal intoxicating abilities

Question 24

The BAC standard for “Driving under the influence” for a person aged 20 and younger?

Answer 24

Any measurable amount

Question 25

The Implied Consent Law means?

Answer 25

Your permission is unspoken but understood to be granted to be tested for sobriety. You can be stopped by law enforcement for suspension of driving under the influence You agree to take one or more tests to determine your BAC

Question 26

It is unlawful for any person to drive, operate or be in physical control of a motor vehicle within the state who

Answer 26

Has a measured alcohol amount that meets or exceeds the BAC of driving impaired for their age group. Exhibits evidence of being under the influence of any intoxicating substance. Exhibits evidence of being under the influence of alcohol and any other intoxicating

Question 27

What does this hand signal mean? Arm and hand pointed down with the palm to the rear.

Answer 27

Driver is slowing down or stopping

Question 28

typical driver will need five years of practice to become?

Answer 28

minimally competent driver

Question 29

At least 80% of all vehicle collisions are caused by what?

Answer 29

Distractions

Question 30

The potential penalty for failure to comply with the Liability Insurance Requirement

Answer 30

Fine of $250, 30 days in jail and suspension of license and registration

Question 31

Texting while driving makes a collision how much more likely?

Answer 31

25 times

Question 32

When approaching a vehicle from behind, how many feet away must you switch from high beams to low beams?

Answer 32

600 feet

Question 33

Children between 2 and 4 years old must be in a

Answer 33

Forward facing car seat

Question 34

Think of "Right of Way" as something to be

Answer 34

Given, not taken

Question 35

You must not drive

Answer 35

So fast that you can't stop within a clear distance ahead So slowly that you will block, hinder or interfere with other vehicles moving at normal speeds Careless or incautious

Question 36

Substances (other than alcohol) that negatively affect your ability to drive safely?

Answer 36

Illegal drugs Prescription drugs Over the counter drugs

Question 37

To avoid an accident, drivers should?

Answer 37

Keep their eyes moving constantly to observe all traffic

Question 38

16 year old driver with a learner's permit must wait before being eligible for the drive test.

Answer 38

Six months (180 days)

Question 39

Texting while driving can be compared statistically to what?

Answer 39

Driving under the influence

Question 40

A driver 18 or older with a learner's permit must wait, the drive test.

Answer 40

One month

Question 41

What is the number one cause of deaths in the U.S. for young people between the age of 16 and 24?

Answer 41

Automobile collisions

Question 42

How does a defensive driver maintain a safe driving environment for themselves and other drivers?

Answer 42

Obeying all rules and regulations Never drives when emotionally upset/physically ill or under the influence of drugs or alcohol. Remains prepared to take actions to remain safe when other drivers make mistakes

Question 43

What is the major contributing factor to more than 90% of all vehicular collisions?

Answer 43

Human error

Question 44

The Oklahoma Financial Responsibility Act requires owners to maintain at least minimal liability insurance which can be described in this formula:

Answer 44

25/50/25

Question 45

How many days do you have to notify the Oklahoma Department of Public Safety of any changes of address or name?

Answer 45

10 Days

Question 46

While you are driving you see some children playing near the street. You should?

Answer 46

Slow down and prepare to stop

Question 47

At what point during a rainstorm do the roads become the slickest?

Answer 47

Just after the rain begins

Question 48

Your turn signal should be given continuously for at least feet before turning?

Answer 48

100 feet

Question 49

If an emergency vehicle approaches with lights and siren going, you should?

Answer 49

Drive as far to the right as possible and stop out of the way

Question 50

Which direction do you turn your steering wheel when parking up a hill with curb?

Answer 50

Left

Question 51

Where do most collisions occur?

Answer 51

Intersections

Question 52

What does drinking large amounts of alcohol (beer, wine, liquor) affect?

Answer 52

Judgment Reaction time Vision

Question 53

If you pass an emergency vehicle that is stopped with lights flashing, you must?

Answer 53

Use extreme caution Slow down at least 20 mph below the posted speed limit. Change lanes to allow an empty lane between you and the emergency vehicle.

Question 54

Why do motorcyclist vary their lane position?

Answer 54

To see more of the road. To be more visible to other motorists. To protect their lane position

Question 55

An adult on a bicycle is wearing a helmet and has a huge bike flag on a sign. This probably means?

Answer 55

A nearby bicyclist is deaf or hard of hearing.

Question 56

When a school bus is stopped with red lights flashing , which is true?

Answer 56

All vehicles are required to stop regardless of having a median

Question 57

At what point while backing do you look in your rear view mirror?

Answer 57

Never

Question 58

How long can a driver under the age of 18 using drugs and/or alcohol while driving have their driving privileges suspended?

Answer 58

1st offense 6 months (180 days) 2nd offense 12 months (365 days) 3rd or More 24 months or until their 21* birthday whichever is longer

Question 59

If a person 21 or older is convicted of driving under the influence (DUl), their license will be suspended for how long?

Answer 59

180 Days

Question 60

When sharing the road with a bicyclist, they should?

Answer 60

Observe all traffic rules and regulations since they have the same rights and responsibilities as motorists

Question 61

While driving at night a vehicle approaches you with one headlight, you should?

Answer 61

Drive as far to the right of your lane as possible

Question 62

Children 8 years old or taller than 4'9" must?

Answer 62

Wear a seat belt

Question 63

Who owns an Oklahoma drivers license?

Answer 63

State of Oklahoma

Question 64

What does a flashing red light mean?

Answer 64

Stop and Proceed when safe

Question 65

You collide with a parked vehicle and the owner isn't present. You should?

Answer 65

Write down the proper information and place the note under the windshield wiper

Question 66

Two vehicles stop at an intersection at the same time. Which has the right of way?

Answer 66

Vehicle on the right

Question 67

What does carbon monoxide smell like?

Answer 67

Odorless and has no smell

Question 68

Costs commonly associated with alcohol related arrests include what?

Answer 68

Court costs and fines Harder struggle for money, jobs and education Psychological and emotional costs of being a drunk driver

Question 69

The penalties for the first offense of driving under the influence (DUI) are?

Answer 69

Misdemeanor, not more than $1000 fine and not less than 10 days jail time

Question 70

While driving in fog which headlight beam should you use?

Answer 70

Low Beam

Question 71

The Basic Speed Rule says?

Answer 71

must be careful and prudent (using skills and good judgment) (not too fast or too slow) must be adjusted to conditions (able to stop within a clear distance)

Question 72

When approaching an oncoming vehicle, how many feet ahead must you switch from high beams to low beams?

Answer 72

600 feet

Question 73

When you are merging from an acceleration lane, you should?

Answer 73

Adjust to traffic, get in the proper lane and adjust your speed to traffic

Question 74

When a school bus stops and has the red flashing lights operating and/or stop sign out with red lights flashing, you must?

Answer 74

Stop and wait for the school bus to proceed or for the lights and/or stop sign to be discontinued

Question 75

Every driver and front seat passenger

Answer 75

Must wear a properly adjusted and fastened seat belt

Question 76

The Financial Responsibility Act relates to

Answer 76

Having valid liability insurance

Question 77

Alcohol does what to your driving?

Answer 77

Makes you less alert. Reduces your ability to see clearly. Slows your reflexes and reaction time.

Question 78

The minimum BAC standard for "Driving under the influence" for a person 21 or older is?

Answer 78

.08

Question 79

Twenty hours without sleep creates a mental "alertness" driving condition similar to?

Answer 79

Having a cold or the flu and taking over-the-counter medications. Recovering from serious medical conditions and taking prescription medication. Being intoxicated by alcohol.

Question 80

The legal BAC standard for "Driving Impaired" for a person 21 and older is?

Answer 80

Over .05 but less than .08

Question 81

What is the meaning of this hand signal? Driver in front of you uses left arm and hand point up.

Answer 81

Car ahead is making a right turn

Question 82

Dashed Yellow Lines

Answer 82

mean you may pass, but watch for oncoming traffic

Question 83

A solid line on your side of the road means you can pass?

Answer 83

False

Question 84

A broken line on your side of the road means you can pass?

Answer 84

True

Question 85

You should look backwards the entire time you are backing for safety and to keep from getting an "auto Fall" on the driving test.

Answer 85

True