Idaho Car Driving Permit Test-24 - DMV Written Test Questions with Answers

Q.1.

Driving at night requires increased caution because:

Traffic moves faster at night.
There is a larger volume of traffic at night.
Drivers cannot see as well at night.
Accidents occur more frequently at night.

Explanation

Q.2.

If someone is driving aggressively behind you, you should:

Try to get out of the aggressive driver’s way.
Stare at the driver as he or she is passing you.
Speed up as he or she is passing you.
Block the passing lane.

Explanation

Q.3.

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.

Explanation

Q.4.

When approaching a steady yellow traffic light, drivers should:

Accelerate to avoid a red light.
Continue driving, as they have the right-of-way.
Slow to a stop, unless they are already within the intersection.
Check to see what the cars next to them are doing.

Explanation

Q.5.

This road sign means:

The left lane is reserved for vehicles with a specific number of occupants.
Specific turning movements are allowed from specific lanes.
Do not enter.
Drivers in both lanes are responsible for merging smoothly.

Explanation

Q.6.

Pennant-shaped signs indicate:

School zones.
No passing zones.
Speed limits.
Railroad crossings.

Explanation

Q.7.

When dealing with pedestrians, a driver must:

Make sure the pedestrian is aware of their vehicle.
Always yield the right-of-way, even if the pedestrian is in the wrong.
Yield the right-of-way only when the pedestrian is legally entitled to it.
Slow down and sound their horn near a crosswalk.

Explanation

Q.8.

____ limit your concentration, perception, judgment, and memory.

Only a blood alcohol level greater than the legal limit can
Alcohol does not
Even the smallest amount of alcohol can
Only a blood alcohol level greater than 0.05 percent can

Explanation

Q.9.

When you are being tailgated:

Move over to the right, if there is an open lane to your right.
If there is not an open lane to your right, wait until the way is clear ahead and reduce your speed slowly to encourage the tailgater to drive around you.
Never slow down abruptly.
All of the above.

Explanation

Q.10.

When changing lanes you should not:

Check your side and rearview mirrors.
Give a turn signal to signal your intentions.
Check for other drivers who may be moving into the same lane as you.
Use your cell phone to contact the police to determine if the road ahead is clear.

Explanation

Q.11.

Drinking coffee after drinking alcohol:

Decreases blood alcohol concentration.
Cancels the effect of the alcohol.
Has no effect on blood alcohol concentration.
Increases blood alcohol concentration.

Explanation

Q.12.

When you approach a railroad crossing without flashing warning signals or crossing gates, you should:

Cross the tracks immediately and as quickly as possible.
Always stop before crossing the tracks.
Prepare to yield to any train at the crossing.
Speed up to beat any oncoming train.

Explanation

Q.13.

This sign means:

Railroad crossing.
One-way traffic.
Limited parking.
Playground ahead.

Explanation

Q.14.

Larger vehicles have:

Larger blind spots.
Smaller blind spots.
No blind spots.
The same blind spots as smaller vehicles.

Explanation

Q.15.

This sign means:

No right turns.
Right turns are permitted.
Stop before turning right.
Sharp curve ahead.

Explanation

Q.16.

The correct way to use a freeway exit ramp is to:

Slow down before entering the exit ramp.
Slow down once moving onto the exit ramp.
Keep your speed constant once in the exit ramp.
Pass slower traffic in the exit ramp.

Explanation

Q.17.

To help prevent crashes, you should:

Communicate with other road users.
Ignore other drivers on the road.
Drive only on side streets and back roads.
Avoid driving during rush hour.

Explanation

Q.18.

You are driving at night and another vehicle is approaching from the opposite direction. Your headlights:

Should be on their high beam setting.
Should be on their low beam setting.
Should be off. Use your parking lights.
May be on either their high or low beam setting.

Explanation

Q.19.

This sign means:

Watch for bicycles.
Bicycles not allowed.
Bicycle repair shop ahead.
Bicycles have the right-of-way.

Explanation

Q.20.

When driving on wet pavement, it's important to remember:

That pavement is especially slippery right after it starts to rain.
That wet roads can cause hydroplaning.
To give yourself additional space when coming to a stop.
All of the above.

Explanation

Q.21.

When approaching a traffic signal displaying a flashing yellow arrow, drivers:

Should merge into a lane in the direction of the arrow.
Should come to a complete stop.
May turn left after yielding to oncoming traffic and pedestrians.
Have the right-of-way and may expect oncoming traffic to stop for them.

Explanation

Q.22.

This sign means:

One-way traffic.
Intersection ahead.
Merging traffic from the right.
Highway curves ahead.

Explanation

Q.23.

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.

Explanation

Q.24.

At a light rail intersection, always:

Look both ways before crossing tracks.
Pay attention and obey all traffic signals.
Share the road with pedestrians and bicyclists.
All of these.

Explanation

Q.25.

It is important to be alert to motorcycles because:

They are more difficult to see than cars.
They rarely use their headlights.
Motorcyclists are less skilled drivers than other motorists.
All of the above.

Explanation

Q.26.

On long trips, you can prevent drowsiness by:

Turning on your car radio.
Slowing down.
Stopping at regular intervals for a rest.
Moving your eyes from side to side as you drive.

Explanation

Q.27.

Stop lines are solid white lines painted across traffic lanes:

In curves and on hills.
Next to churches and schools.
At intersections and pedestrian crosswalks.
On freeway on-ramps.

Explanation

Q.28.

You cannot pass safely on a two-way, two-lane street unless:

You are able to clearly see the road ahead.
You can return to your lane before meeting oncoming traffic.
Your vehicle is capable of the speed necessary to pass.
All of the above.

Explanation

Q.29.

When driving on major highways:

Stay alert.
Keep your eyes moving.
Be ready to react to road hazards.
All of the above.

Explanation

Q.30.

This sign means:

Two-way traffic.
Lane shifting.
Low clearance.
Added lane.

Explanation

Q.31.

If you see this sign above your lane, you:

May not exit the freeway.
May either continue through the interchange or exit the freeway from your current lane.
May stay in your lane and continue through the interchange.
Must exit the freeway, if you stay in your current lane.

Explanation

Q.32.

Which of the following statements about railroad crossings is true?

It is against the law to go around lowered gates at a crossing.
You must stop at a railroad crossing when directed to do so by a flagger.
Not all railroad crossings are equipped with flashing red signals and gates.
All of the above.

Explanation

Q.33.

What are the colors of warning signs indicating upcoming hazards?

Black letters or symbols on a white background
Black letters or symbols on a yellow background
White letters or symbols on a blue background
White letters or symbols on a green background

Explanation

Q.34.

This road sign indicates:

The maximum safe speed for a residential area.
The maximum safe speed for an expressway exit.
The maximum safe speed for an expressway entrance.
The maximum safe speed for a work zone.

Explanation

Q.35.

What may help drivers conserve gasoline?

Sitting in their driveways with their cars running.
Accelerating quickly.
Slowing down gradually.
Braking abruptly.

Explanation

Q.36.

A seat belt should be adjusted so that it:

Is loose.
Is buckled snugly across your hip bones and lower abdomen.
Is hidden beneath the seat.
Keeps the seat belt buzzer or light from operating.

Explanation

Q.37.

Your brake lights tell other drivers that you:

Are making a turn.
Have your emergency brake on.
Are changing lanes.
Are slowing down or stopping.

Explanation

Q.38.

This sign is used to warn drivers about:

Upcoming intersections.
Road construction.
An upcoming curve in the road.
Changes in traffic lanes.

Explanation

Q.39.

This road sign means:

Hunting area.
State park.
Deer crossing.
Wildlife preserve.

Explanation

Q.40.

Don’t follow other cars too closely because:

You may not see the road between the cars.
You may not have time to stop if the vehicle in front of you slows or stops suddenly.
You may not see the vehicle's turn signals.
You may not see the other vehicle’s brake lights.

Explanation

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