DDS Driver's License Practice Test
Questions and Answers | Latest
Version | 2025/2026 | Correct & Verified
What is the minimum age to obtain a standard driver’s license in most states?
✔✔ 16 years old with a learner’s permit
What is defensive driving?
✔✔ Driving to prevent accidents by anticipating hazards
What is the first step before making a lane change?
✔✔ Check mirrors and blind spots
What does a solid double yellow line indicate?
✔✔ No passing in either direction
What should you do if an oncoming vehicle crosses the center line?
✔✔ Slow down, move to the right, and be prepared to stop
What is the proper hand position on the steering wheel?
✔✔ 9 and 3 o’clock positions
What should you do if your car begins to skid on ice?
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,✔✔ Turn the wheel in the direction of the skid and ease off the accelerator
What is the safe following distance in normal driving conditions?
✔✔ At least three seconds behind the vehicle ahead
What does a red traffic light mean?
✔✔ Stop and remain stopped until the light turns green
What should you do when approaching a pedestrian at a crosswalk?
✔✔ Stop and allow the pedestrian to cross
What is the meaning of a yellow traffic signal?
✔✔ Prepare to stop as the light is about to turn red
When should you use your turn signals?
✔✔ At least 100 feet before turning or changing lanes
What does a flashing red traffic light mean?
✔✔ Stop completely, then proceed when safe
What is the meaning of a flashing yellow traffic light?
✔✔ Slow down and proceed with caution
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, What is the proper way to enter a highway from an on-ramp?
✔✔ Accelerate to match traffic speed and merge safely
What should you do if your brakes fail while driving?
✔✔ Pump the brakes, downshift, and use the parking brake carefully
What is the meaning of a triangular yield sign?
✔✔ Slow down and give the right-of-way to traffic
What should you do when approaching a railroad crossing with flashing lights?
✔✔ Stop and wait until the lights stop flashing and tracks are clear
What is the purpose of a car’s blind spots?
✔✔ Areas around the vehicle not visible in mirrors
How can you reduce blind spots?
✔✔ Adjust mirrors properly and check over your shoulder before lane changes
What should you do if an emergency vehicle approaches with sirens on?
✔✔ Pull over to the right and stop until it passes
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Questions and Answers | Latest
Version | 2025/2026 | Correct & Verified
What is the minimum age to obtain a standard driver’s license in most states?
✔✔ 16 years old with a learner’s permit
What is defensive driving?
✔✔ Driving to prevent accidents by anticipating hazards
What is the first step before making a lane change?
✔✔ Check mirrors and blind spots
What does a solid double yellow line indicate?
✔✔ No passing in either direction
What should you do if an oncoming vehicle crosses the center line?
✔✔ Slow down, move to the right, and be prepared to stop
What is the proper hand position on the steering wheel?
✔✔ 9 and 3 o’clock positions
What should you do if your car begins to skid on ice?
1
,✔✔ Turn the wheel in the direction of the skid and ease off the accelerator
What is the safe following distance in normal driving conditions?
✔✔ At least three seconds behind the vehicle ahead
What does a red traffic light mean?
✔✔ Stop and remain stopped until the light turns green
What should you do when approaching a pedestrian at a crosswalk?
✔✔ Stop and allow the pedestrian to cross
What is the meaning of a yellow traffic signal?
✔✔ Prepare to stop as the light is about to turn red
When should you use your turn signals?
✔✔ At least 100 feet before turning or changing lanes
What does a flashing red traffic light mean?
✔✔ Stop completely, then proceed when safe
What is the meaning of a flashing yellow traffic light?
✔✔ Slow down and proceed with caution
2
, What is the proper way to enter a highway from an on-ramp?
✔✔ Accelerate to match traffic speed and merge safely
What should you do if your brakes fail while driving?
✔✔ Pump the brakes, downshift, and use the parking brake carefully
What is the meaning of a triangular yield sign?
✔✔ Slow down and give the right-of-way to traffic
What should you do when approaching a railroad crossing with flashing lights?
✔✔ Stop and wait until the lights stop flashing and tracks are clear
What is the purpose of a car’s blind spots?
✔✔ Areas around the vehicle not visible in mirrors
How can you reduce blind spots?
✔✔ Adjust mirrors properly and check over your shoulder before lane changes
What should you do if an emergency vehicle approaches with sirens on?
✔✔ Pull over to the right and stop until it passes
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