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Connecticut Permit Test Questions and
Answers 2024/2025
curfew
11pm-5am
can 16 and 17 year old licensed drivers use hands-free cell phones while driving
no
if vehicle does not pass emissions inspection, how long do you have to wait to have the
problem fixed and the emissions rechecked
60 days
only _________ can stop your vehicle
brakes
what does your brake light do
tells other road users that you are stopping
what do turn signals do
tells other road users that you are turning
worn or bald tires can increase your ________________ ________________ and make
turning more difficult when the road is ______________
stopping distance; wet
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what does your suspension do
helps you control your vehicle and provides a comfortable ride over varying roada
surfaces
what does the exhaust system do
helps reduce the noise from the engine, helps cool the hot gases coming from the
running engine, and moves these gases to the rear of the vehicle
can exhausts leaks always be easily heard
no
what can the horn do
serve as a warning device
what happens if the steering system is not working properly
it is difficult to control the direction you want to go
does connecticut have a mandatory seatbelt law
yes
should you always check your seat and mirror before you drive
yes
you should be able to see out the _________ _____________ with the ____________
___________ ___________
back window; rear view mirror
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you should be able to see out the _____________ with the _____________
________________
sides; side mirrors
in connecticut, it is ______________(legal/illegal) to drive or be a front-seat passenger
without wearing a safety belt
illegal
if either the driver or the passenger fails to wear their seat belt, each could be cited for a
seat belt violation and fined __________ (how much?)
$75
infant under 1 year of age weighing less than 20 pounds requires what kind of child restraint
system
rear-facing infant car seat
1 year of age to 7 years of age weighing less than 60 pounds requires what kind of child
restraint system
approved child car seat
7 years of age and older weighing less than 60 pounds requires what kind of child restraint
system
approved booster seat
7 years of age and older weighing 60 or more pounds requires what kind of child restraint
system
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approved booster seat or seat belt
what must booster seats require?
must be secured by a seat safety belt that includes a shoulder belt
can safety belts trap you inside a car
no
can you use a cellphone when stopped because of traffic or a stoplight
no
can you use a cellphone when parked safely on the side of a highway or road
yes
can you use a cell phone in an emergency situation
yes
what is the consequence for violating the cell phone law
moving violation, and/or license suspension
do you need continuous insurance coverage on any registered vehicle
yes
worn tires can cause
a. difficult turning
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Connecticut Permit Test Questions and
Answers 2024/2025
curfew
11pm-5am
can 16 and 17 year old licensed drivers use hands-free cell phones while driving
no
if vehicle does not pass emissions inspection, how long do you have to wait to have the
problem fixed and the emissions rechecked
60 days
only _________ can stop your vehicle
brakes
what does your brake light do
tells other road users that you are stopping
what do turn signals do
tells other road users that you are turning
worn or bald tires can increase your ________________ ________________ and make
turning more difficult when the road is ______________
stopping distance; wet
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,2 0 2 4 /2025 | © copyright | This work may not be copied for profit gain Excel!
what does your suspension do
helps you control your vehicle and provides a comfortable ride over varying roada
surfaces
what does the exhaust system do
helps reduce the noise from the engine, helps cool the hot gases coming from the
running engine, and moves these gases to the rear of the vehicle
can exhausts leaks always be easily heard
no
what can the horn do
serve as a warning device
what happens if the steering system is not working properly
it is difficult to control the direction you want to go
does connecticut have a mandatory seatbelt law
yes
should you always check your seat and mirror before you drive
yes
you should be able to see out the _________ _____________ with the ____________
___________ ___________
back window; rear view mirror
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you should be able to see out the _____________ with the _____________
________________
sides; side mirrors
in connecticut, it is ______________(legal/illegal) to drive or be a front-seat passenger
without wearing a safety belt
illegal
if either the driver or the passenger fails to wear their seat belt, each could be cited for a
seat belt violation and fined __________ (how much?)
$75
infant under 1 year of age weighing less than 20 pounds requires what kind of child restraint
system
rear-facing infant car seat
1 year of age to 7 years of age weighing less than 60 pounds requires what kind of child
restraint system
approved child car seat
7 years of age and older weighing less than 60 pounds requires what kind of child restraint
system
approved booster seat
7 years of age and older weighing 60 or more pounds requires what kind of child restraint
system
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approved booster seat or seat belt
what must booster seats require?
must be secured by a seat safety belt that includes a shoulder belt
can safety belts trap you inside a car
no
can you use a cellphone when stopped because of traffic or a stoplight
no
can you use a cellphone when parked safely on the side of a highway or road
yes
can you use a cell phone in an emergency situation
yes
what is the consequence for violating the cell phone law
moving violation, and/or license suspension
do you need continuous insurance coverage on any registered vehicle
yes
worn tires can cause
a. difficult turning
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