CT DMV: Learners Permit Test Flashcards

CT DMV: Learner's Permit Test Flashcards

Which danger of teen driving requires constant parent supervision, because it changes from day to day?Fatigue Signs or lane markings that indicate a No Passing Zone tell you that...you cannot see far enough ahead to pass This sign means...no U-turns Who may be a passenger in a vehicle driven by a teen driver with a learner's permit?A parent, a certified driving instructor, or a driver over age 20 who has been both licensed and free of any suspensions for at least the previousfouryears How long must a teen driver have a license before transporting friends and other non-family members?12 months Which of the following correctly describes the requirement for seat-belt use in a car driven by a teen under age 18?All occupants at all times, including the driver What is the penalty for a 2nd violation pertaining to curfew and passenger restrictions?60-day suspension or suspension until age 18, whichever is longer, plus restoration fees and court fines If there are no reduced speed limit signs clearly posted within a work zone...you should obey the normal posted speed limit Which of these are exceptions to the teen driver night driving / curfew restrictions?Employment, medical emergency, religious observances, or volunteer in emergency services If a teen driver has taken driver's education, passed the DMV's written and road tests, and received a license, does that mean this person is a safe driver?No To make a left turn, you should...make the turn from theleftlane You may not park within how many feet of a fire hydrant?10 feet This sign means...a construction flagger is ahead If you are 16 or 17 years old and are convicted of speeding over 20 miles over the speed limit under the new law, your license will be suspended for...60 days While being passed on a No Pass Zone, you should...slow down and let them safely return to the drive lane If a tire blows out, you should...hold the steering wheel tightly and use the brakes lightly You can pass a vehicle ahead, if it is safe to do so, when...there is a broken line on your side of the road A driver distraction is...anything that takes your attention away from driving Passenger restrictions apply to 16 and 17 year-old license holders who have received their license on or after August 1, 2008 for what length of time?12 months The blind spots where trucks will not be able to see you are...both the immediate left of the cab and directly behind the body Construction zone signs are generally... diamond or rectangular with orange and black coloring What danger faced by teen drivers CANNOT be overcome by on-the-road training?The human brain does not fully develop judgement and restraint until they reach their mid-20s If you see a distracted driver, you should give that distracted driver plenty of room and maintain a safe

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What hours of the day must teen drivers under the age of 18 be off the road in Connecticut unless they meet certain exceptions?11pm to 5am After passing, you should move back to the right when...you can see both headlights of the vehicle in your rearview mirror Reaction time is slower after...drinking alcohol Does Connecticut law enforcement have the authority, when a teen driver is violating GDL restrictions, to confiscate the teen driver's license for 48 hours and remove the vehicle from the scene?Yes The first thing that a drink of alcohol affects is...judgement and skills Referring to the steering wheel as a clock face, the normal hand position for driving should be...

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While driving on packed snow you should reduce your speed by...1/2 What is the penalty for a teen driver's first violation of Connecticut teen driver laws pertaining to curfew and passenger restrictions?30-day license suspension and associated restoration fees and court fines If you drive too fast on a wet road, there is danger that...your tires will start to glide over the water You should NOT use your horn when...near blind pedestrians in work zones, barriers, such as drums, cones, and tubes are used to...keep traffic out of hazardous work zones Children on bicycles should be given even more space by motor vehicle operators because...both they are smaller and more difficult to see and they do not have the same physical reflexes as an adult This sign means...traffic signal ahead - (the light may be red) Fatigue increases the risk of...falling asleep behind the wheel and crashing Why are cell phones and other electronic devices banned from use by drivers under 18 while driving?Statistics show these devices divert necessary attention required for driving and this leads to crashes, injuries, and deaths You see pedestrians near the road. You should... slow down and pass with caution When driving through a work zone...traffic patterns can change daily How long must a teen driver have a license before transporting immediate family members such as siblings?

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If your vehicle has a two-part safety belt system, you should...use both the lap and shoulder belt Motorcycle/scooter/moped operators...have the right to use a complete traffic lane When you are behind a motorcycle, you should... allow more following distance As of August 1, 2008, what is the nighttime curfew for 16 and 17 year olds?11pm to 5am It is dangerous to follow a motorcycle too closely because...a motorcycle can stop much faster than a standard vehicle This sign means...you can turnleftor gostraight ahead To enter highway traffic, you need at least... a four-second gap As a cause of death and injury among people ages 13 to 19, where does driving rank in the United States?First

Which of the following is a best practice for teen drivers and cell phones?The cell phone remains in the glove box while the ignition is on Under what circumstances is a teen driver under 18 allowed to text while driving?911 or emergencies only To pass on a two-lane road, you should... judge the distance to the first oncoming vehicle Fines for speeding or other illegal behavior in work zones...can be double normal fines When a bicyclist is making a left hand turn... they may use theleftlane If you see a pedestrian using a guide dog or carrying a white cane...you must yield the right-of-way to them Your vehicle has a mechanical problem. You should...put on your hazard lights and pull off the road In work zones, you should...reduce your speed and be prepared to stop suddenly If you are about to be hit from the rear, you should consider each of the following EXCEPT...letting go of the steering wheel A broken yellow line between two lanes of traffic means...passing is permitted when it's safe The main purpose of teen driver laws, known as Graduated Driver Licensing (GDL), is to...protect new drivers from situations that often cause crashes, injuries, and death for these very inexperienced drivers If weather or light conditions require you to have your lights on...use your low beams In work zones, you should also...avoid tailgating and keep a safe following distance The following statements regarding the use of seatbelts are true, EXCEPT...they are not necessary if your vehicle has an airbag Under what circumstances may a teen driver under age 18 use a cell phone while driving?Only to make a 911 or emergency call To make a right turn, you should...turn from therightlane An approved rear-facing child restraint system is required for any child...

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To enter a gap in highway traffic...check behind, then watch the vehicle ahead If you are about to be hit from the rear, what should you NOT do?Release your seat belt You may not park within how many feet of a stop sign?25 feet What percentage of teen driver motor vehicle crashes are preventable?100% Drivers who are 16 or 17 years of age are not permitted to use any type of...both cell phone and text messaging device When a pedestrian is crossing a street guided by a dog or carrying a white cane...you mustalwaysyield the right-of-way To avoid merging traffic from the right, the best thing to do is...change lanes to theleft There's an emergency vehicle with flashing lights and siren coming. You should...pull over to the right and stop If you are 16 or 17 years old and after you have held a license for 6 months, which one of the following passengers CANNOT be in the vehicle when you are driving?Your 18 year old friend