Permit Test

Question 1

When do pedestrians have the right of way over motor vehicles?

Answer 1

In any event that pedestrians are crossing any road/street or in any marked/unmarked crosswalk.

Question 2

What is the best way to bring your car out of a skid?

Answer 2

• Do not press on the brake any further; this will only make the skid worse.
• Turn the wheel quickly in the direction you want your vehicle to follow (in the direction of the skid).
• As the car begins to straighten out, turn the wheel quickly back the other way so your vehicle does not skid in the opposite
  direction.
• Continue turning the wheel back and forth as necessary until your vehicle straightens to its normal path.

Question 3

Refusal to submit to the required test to determine the alcohol/drug content of any person operating a motor vehicle will result in?

Answer 3

If you refuse to submit to or do not successfully complete any tests when you are arrested for driving under the influence, you will automatically lose your driving privilege for 12 months, or 24 months for a second refusal within 84 months.

Question 4

Before leaving your car parked on a downgrade you should?

Answer 4

Set your parking (emergency) brake.

Question 5

What does a flashing red traffic light mean?

Answer 5

Stop

Question 6

What does a green arrow appearing with the red traffic light mean?

Answer 6

A green arrow appearing alone or with another signal light means that you may proceed in the direction of the arrow, if you are in the proper lane and the roadway is clear.

Question 7

When you are leaving an alley or private driveway and approaching a sidewalk you should?

Answer 7

Stop before reaching the sidewalk. Yield the right-of-way to pedestrians and approaching vehicles.

Question 8

You have arrived at a red light and intend to make a right turn your car is in the right outside lane you should?

Answer 8

Make a right turn after coming to a complete stop, and when motor traffic and pedestrian traffic are clear.

Question 9

When driving in traffic you should stay far enough behind the vehicle ahead to?

Answer 9

Avoid a collision if the traffic stops suddenly. The 3-6 second rule ensures the proper “space cushion” to keep you and other drivers safe.

Question 10

What does a solid yellow line painted on your side of a highway center line mean?

Answer 10

You may not pass.

Question 11

What are the rights of a person riding a bicycle in the street?

Answer 11

Cyclists must obey the same traffic laws as drivers of vehicles, and they have the right-of-way under the same conditions as motorists.

Question 12

When approaching a school bus that is picking up or dropping off passengers, you must?

Answer 12

Come to a complete stop before reaching the bus. Proceed only when the driver has recalled all flashing red lights and signs that indicate pedestrians crossing.

Question 13

How many days do you have to report a change of address?

Answer 13

10 days

Question 14

What should you do if you have a tire blowout?

Answer 14

-Hold the steering wheel tightly and keep your vehicle going straight. -Ease off the gas pedal; do not apply the brakes. -Let the vehicle slow down until it is almost stopped. -Just before your vehicle stops, pull off the roadway and apply the brakes.

Question 15

What is the speed limit in a residential area?

Answer 15

25mph

Question 16

When is it OK to pass on the right?

Answer 16

Passing on the right is permitted only when it is safe and; -The driver of the other vehicle is making a left turn. -An open highway is clearly marked for two or more lanes or vehicles moving in the same direction as you are going. -You are in a business or residential district where the pavement is wide enough for two or more lanes of vehicles moving in the same direction as you are going.

Question 17

When must you use headlights?

Answer 17

As soon as the light begins to fade in the late afternoon and from sunset to sunrise.

Question 18

When should you do in a dust storm?

Answer 18

-Reduce your speed immediately. -Drive carefully off the highway. -Stop as far to the right as possible. -Turn off your lights/take your foot off the brake. -Turn of hazard lights. -Wait until the dust storm has passed.

Question 19

When must you use a child safety seat?

Answer 19

When any child age 5 and under is being transported in a vehicle.

Question 20

How long should you signal before you turn?

Answer 20

At least four seconds.

Question 21

Where are your blindspots?

Answer 21

Areas on the left and right sides of your vehicle that are not visible in your mirror.

Question 22

What is aggressive driving?

Answer 22

-Failure to obey traffic control signs or signals. - Passing another vehicle on the right side. -Unsafe lane change. -Following too close. -Failure to yield to emergency vehicles.

Question 23

When can you make a left turn on red?

Answer 23

You can’t. Unless there is a traffic control light permitting your turn by signaling a green left arrow.

Question 24

What is the 3-6 second rule?

Answer 24

An effective method which allows the driver to monitor the amount of distance or (cushion) between his/her vehicle and the vehicle directly ahead of them.

Question 25

What is the purpose of a diamond shape traffic sign?

Answer 25

Signs warn of a possible danger ahead and are yellow.