Washington Car Driving Permit Test-1 - DMV Written Test Questions with Answers - MCQGeeks.com

Q.1

This sign means:

Watch for people working on or near the roadway.
The road ends ahead.
Expect a traffic signal ahead.
Yield the right-of-way.

Q.2

If traffic signals at an intersection are not functioning due to a power outage:

Park your vehicle as far off the road as possible and wait for power to be restored.
Use hand signals to indicate your intentions to other drivers.
Turn on your hazard lights and proceed through the intersection without stopping.
Treat the intersection as a four-way stop.

Q.3

On a freeway, you realize you missed your turn or exit. You should:

Make the turn quickly from your lane of travel.
Stop and back up.
Continue driving until you reach the next turn, exit, or other location where you can safely turn around.
Signal other drivers to stop so you can turn.

Q.4

When getting ready to change lanes, you should:

Check your side view mirror.
Check your rearview mirror.
Quickly turn your head to check for other vehicles.
All of the above.

Q.5

____ 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

Q.6

If you are driving in another driver's blind spot, you should:

Move forward or drop back so the other driver can see you.
Keep a steady pace.
Stay in the driver's blind spot.
Honk to let them know you are there.

Q.7

When driving near a blind pedestrian who is carrying a white cane or using a guide dog, you should:

Slow down and be prepared to stop.
Take the right-of-way.
Proceed normally.
Drive away quickly.

Q.8

Marijuana that is smoked and marijuana that is consumed by way of marijuana-infused foods:

Have identical risks.
Have different risks.
Have minimal side effects when combined with alcohol.
Will likely not affect your ability to drive.

Q.9

You are driving when it starts to sleet or snow. You should:

Keep your windshield and mirrors clear.
Allow additional distance between your vehicle and the vehicles that you are following.
Approach all vehicles with caution.
All of the above.

Q.10

Using a hand-held cell phone to make a phone call while driving:

Is safer than using a hands-free cell phone.
May only be done by teenage drivers.
Is illegal.
Is recommended.

Q.11

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

Q.12

When you hear the siren or see the flashing lights of an approaching emergency vehicle, you must:

Slow down until it passes you.
Drive to the right side of the road and stop.
Motion for the emergency vehicle to pass you.
Merge into the right lane and continue driving.

Q.13

When parking your vehicle downhill on a two-way street:

Turn your wheels to the right.
Turn your wheels to the left.
Keep your wheels pointed straight ahead.
Leave your transmission in neutral.

Q.14

When driving to an unfamiliar area, you:

Should depend on road signs to find your way.
Should plan your trip in advance.
Only have to know generally where your destination is.
Should always choose the most direct route.

Q.15

The act of turning your head and checking your blind spot before changing lanes, driving away from a curb, or merging your vehicle into traffic is:

A bad driving habit.
A good driving habit.
Unnecessary.
Not necessary if you use the rearview mirror.

Q.16

A pedestrian starts to cross in front of your vehicle. You should:

Flash your lights.
Slow down.
Speed up and pass in front of the pedestrian.
Stop and let the pedestrian cross.

Q.17

Compared to driving during the day, driving at night is:

Less dangerous.
No more or less dangerous.
More dangerous.
Easier on your eyes.

Q.18

When driving under icy or snowy conditions, which driving technique will help drivers avoid crashes?

Add extra weight to their vehicles to improve traction.
Get off the highways as quickly as possible.
Engage the four-wheel drive on their vehicles.
Reduce their speed and increase their following distance.

Q.19

Which of the following about winter driving is not true?

Winter is the most difficult driving season.
Checking your vehicle's antifreeze and windshield washer fluid levels is especially important during the winter.
Using cruise control in winter weather is a safe thing to do.
It is best to use snow tires on your vehicle.

Q.20

The Child Restraint Law requires children who are under the age of eight and less than ____ in height to be seated in an approved safety restraint system.

5 feet, 5 inches
5 feet
4 feet, 11 inches
4 feet, 9 inches

Q.21

When passing another vehicle on a road with two lanes traveling in opposite directions, you should:

Return to the driving lane when there's enough room between you and the vehicle you passed.
Remain in the left lane if you intend to turn left.
Return to the right side of the roadway immediately.
Drive in either lane.

Q.22

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.

Q.23

If you refuse to take a test determining your blood alcohol content (BAC), you will lose your driver license for:

90 days.
Six months.
At least one year.
At least two years.

Q.24

A red flashing traffic light has the same meaning as a:

Solid red light.
Stop sign.
Yield sign.
Caution sign.

Q.25

If an aggressive driver cuts you off, you should:

Call the police immediately.
Stay calm and move out of the aggressive driver's way.
Flash your vehicle's lights to let the aggressive driver know he is wrong.
Use a driving action of your own to get back at the aggressive driver.

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