Virginia DMV Permit Test Flashcards

Virginia DMV Permit Test Flashcards DMV can deny or suspend driving privileges for persons under 18 if the juvenile is foundA) delinquent by a court.B) in need of supervision.C) involved in an alcohol or drug-related offense.D) all of the above.D Non-rural interstate highways, publicroads not part of the interstate system. Speed Limit

55 MPH

The $500 uninsured motor vehicle fee provides basic liability insurance coverageA) TRUEB) FALSE B If you are traveling slower than the traffic around you on a multi-lane roadway, you mustA) drive in the middle lane.B) drive in the right-hand lane.C) not change lanes.D) drive in the left-hand lane.B Double solid yellow lines painted down the middle of the road meanA) railroad crossing ahead.B) pedestrian crossing ahead.C) passing is not permitted in either direction.D) passing is permitted in either direction.C You are legally intoxicated when your blood alcohol concentration isA) 0.07%B) 0.08%C) 0.09%D) 0.10% B When you see a flashing yellow light at an intersection you

should:A)Slow down and cross the intersection

carefullyB)Only slow down if other vehicles are presentC)Keep your speed up as not to disrupt the flow of trafficD)Stop then enter the intersection when safe to do so A Increase your following distance whenA) driving behind a large vehicle that blocks your vision.B) exiting an expressway.C) following a motorcycle.D) all of the above.D Your first response to reduced visibility should beA) to turn on your headlights.B) to reduce your speed.C) to turn on your windshield wipers.D) to look for road edge markings to guide you.B A speed limit isA) the minimum legal speed you can travel on a road under ideal conditions.B) the maximum legal speed you can travel on a road under ideal conditions.C) the suggested speed to travel on a road under ideal conditions.D) none of the above.B Yield also means stop if you cannot merge safely into the flow of trafficA) TRUEB) FALSE A

Searching does not include:A) trying to find your car in a

parking lotB) looking for clues in the road that indicate hazardsC) checking from left to right and then left again before entering an intersectionD) looking ahead and behind A

It's your responsibility to ensure that the vehicle you are driving isA) properly registered.B) insured.C) in good working order.D) all of the above.D The size of a motorcycle can cause you to misjudge the motorcycle's speed and distance. Before pulling out into

traffic:A) use extra caution before you pull out in front of a

motorcycleB) check twice for motorcyclesC) never drive in a motorcyclists laneD) all of these D You must pull over to the edge of the road and allow an emergency vehicle to passA) regardless of your direction.B) only if it is following you.C) only if it is approaching.D) none of the above.A You may not park ____ feet within a railroad crossing.50 Never follow any emergency vehicle closer than ____ feet.500 The penalty for conviction of driving under the influence (DUI) isA) Fines B) Jail Time C) Loss of Driver's License D) All of the aboce D Every time you get behind the wheel, youA) must obey Virginia's traffic lawsB) accept responsibility for your actionsC) must ensure you are a safe driverD) all of these D School, business and residential zones(You are required to travel 25 MPH in aschool zone only when indicated by asign or signal. Otherwise, maintain theposted speed.)

Speed Limit:

25 MPH

When you see a "Roadwork Ahead" sign you

should:A)Slow down and turn on your low-beam

headlightsB)Brake and be prepared to stopC)Slow down to 10 mph below the posted speed limitD)None of the above D You may not park ____ feet within a fire hydrant 15 When planning to make a left turn across an intersection and you are waiting in the middle of the intersection for the

traffic to clear, your front tires should be turned:A)It

depends on the sharpness of the turnB)To the rightC)To the leftD)Straight ahead D When getting ready to change lanes, you shouldA) check your side view mirror.B) check your rearview mirror.C) quickly turn your head to check for other vehicles.D) all of the above.D If you veer off a curved or straight roadA) look in the direction you want to go and steer backB) do not panicC) gradually reduce speedD) all of these D You are approaching a railroad crossing with no warning devices and are unable to see 400 feet down the tracks in

one direction. The speed limit is:20 mph25 mph15 mph

15 mph

The speed limit in school zones is ___ mph. 25 You should drive on the shoulder to pass a car

only:A)Under no circumstanceB)If the vehicle ahead of you

is turning leftC)If traffic is really heavy and your turn or exit is in sightD)When the shoulder is wide enough A When you want to change lanes, you can see if another

vehicle is in your blind spot:A)Only if you check your

rearview mirrorB)Only if you check both mirrorsC)Only if you turn and glance over your shoulderD)Only if you check your sideview mirror C If you move, Virginia law requires you to notify DMV of your new address withinA) 6 months.B) 60 days.C) 30 days.D) 10 days.C U-turns are allowed in business districts, cities, and towns onlyA) on highways.B) at intersections.C) on four-lane roads.D) none of the above.B

It is illegal to park your vehicle:A) In an unmarked

crosswalkB)Within three feet of a private drivewayC)In a bicycle lane C

To safely navigate through a curve, you should:A)Brake

once you are in the curve to slow downB)Accelerate in the curveC)Maintain your regular speed there is no other trafficD)Slow down before entering a curve and avoid braking while in the curve D A professional truck driver mustA) own an 18 wheeler.B) have a valid commercial drivers license.C) have a fishing license.D) have a hunting license.B After moving to the state of Virginia, how many days do you have to obtain a Virginia driver's license?a. 90 daysb. 60 daysc. 30 days b Braking distance is affected byA) the speed your vehicle is traveling.B) the condition of your brakes and tires.C) the condition of the pavement.D) all of the above D When approaching road construction or maintenance areasA) keep your vehicle in the middle of the lane and obey the speed limit.B) do not pass other vehicles.C) be alert to flashing arrow panels or messages, signs and flaggers which will control your actions in the area.D) all of the above.D

When driving in fog, you should use your:A)Fog lights

onlyB)Low beams.C)High beams.B You see a flashing red light at the next intersection. You mustA) slow down and proceed with caution.B) come to a complete stop before proceeding.C) make a U-turn.D) stop until the light turns green.B

When you plan to turn signal ___ feet or ___ seconds before you turn

100, 4

Passing is prohibitedA) whenever a solid line marks the left side of your lane.B) when a school bus is stopped to load or unload children on a public road (unless a physical barrier separates traffic)C) off the pavement or shoulder of the road.D) all of the above.D Legally, you are considered to be driving under the influence if your blood alcohol content (BAC) isA) .06% or higher.B) .08% or higher.C) .10% or higher.D) .12% or higher.B

A white painted curb means:A)Loading zone for

passengers or mail onlyB)Loading zone for freight or passengersC)Loading zone for freight only A To stop in an emergency situation when your car does not

have ABS brakes, you should:A)Apply hard steady

pressure without locking up your wheelsB)Slam on your brakesC)Lock up all the wheels to slow down your accelerationD)Pump the brakes A If you are traveling in the opposite direction on a roadway separated by a physical barrier or unpaved median area, you must stop for a school busA) TRUEB) FALSE B When driving a vehicle with a light medium trailer

attached:A) always allow for the added length of the trailer

when you change lanesB) keep your following distance to 1,000 feetC) make sharp turnsD) drive below the speed limit A If your car begins to skid, on a slippery surface you

should:A)Brake immediately and turn in the direction of the

skidB)Take your foot off the accelerator and turn in the opposite direction of the skidC)Brake immediately and turn in the opposite direction of the skidD)Take your foot off the accelerator and turn in the direction of the skid D When obtaining your driver's license, DMV may test yourA) Vision B) Knowledge C) Road Skills D) All of the above D Your driver's license will be revoked or suspended if you are convicted ofA) operating a motor vehicle while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.B) making a false statement to DMV.C) committing a felony involving the use of a motor vehicleD) all of the above.D If your vehicle is equipped with airbags, you shouldA) move your seat back so that you are at least 10 inches from the steering wheel.B) buckle up.C) tilt your steering wheel downward if possible, so the airbag points toward your chest instead of your head of neck.D) all of the above.D