DMV Learners Permit Test Questions & Answers

Where should infants be placed in a vehicle? - ANSWERSfacing the rear of a vehicle in a car seat What does a flashing red light indicate? - ANSWERSCome to a complete stop and proceed when the way is clear. When are U-Turns not allowed? - ANSWERS1. In a business district 2. Anytime a traffic sign or signal prohibits them 3. On Curves When may you use a center turn lane? - ANSWERSTo make left turn onto other road, street, or driveway What should you do when parking on a hill? - ANSWERSTurn your front tires so that if it rolls it will role onto the curb instead of traffic When is using your headlights advised? - ANSWERSWhen driving in fog, snow, or rain What is the most important thing you need to do when driving in bad weather? - ANSWERSSlow Down When can skidding occur? - ANSWERSOn graveled roads, ice or packed snow, or wet pavement How much water can cause a driver to lose control of their car? - ANSWERSLess than one inch of water What do you do when you hear the siren or see the flashing lights of an emergency vehicle? - ANSWERSCome to a complete stop until the vehicle passes, or pull safely to the right side of the road. When sharing the road with commercial vehicles such as buses, what do you need to do? - ANSWERSUnderstand that they have substantial blind spots, understand that it takes more time for them to slow down and stop, and signal for turns or lane changes well in advance. What is the legal age for driving in the state of Nevada? - ANSWERS16 What are you supposed to do in the event you are at the scene of a traffic accident? - ANSWERSYou must stop and get help if needed. What should you do if you encounter a flooded roadway? - ANSWERSDo not attempt to drive through it. When driving in bad weather, what should you give other drivers? - ANSWERSPlenty of Space Under what age should a child NEVER be left unattended in a vehicle? - ANSWERSUnder 7 years of age When can a motorcycle use a complete lane of traffic? - ANSWERSOn all highways and streets where motorcycles are allowed What is a roundabout? - ANSWERSCircular area in the middle of an intersection meant to control the right of way vehicles What speed limit exists in towns unless otherwise posted? - ANSWERS45 mph Trucks and buses have big No-Zones on both sides of the vehicle. What is a no-zone? - ANSWERSBlind Spot If a freeway entrance is equipped with ramp meters and they are switched on, what must you do? - ANSWERSWhen the light turns green, proceed along the ramp and merge onto freeway safely. What is the demerit point system? - ANSWERSTraffic law violations that are assigned a point value When should you and any passengers buckle your seat belt? - ANSWERSBefore you start your engine. Where is the safest place for a child to be buckled in a vehicle? - ANSWERSBack Seat What happens if a driver violates posted signs in construction and maintenance zones? - ANSWERSReceives traffic fines What does a flashing yellow light indicate? - ANSWERSYou may go ahead, but proceed with caution Who should driver's always be prepared to yield to? - ANSWERSPedestrians What do double yellow lines do for a roadway? - ANSWERSThey let drivers know they are in a portion of roadway where it is not safe to cross the double yellow lines. What is the proper hand signal for turning left? - ANSWERSExtend left arm horizontally out of open window.