Florida DMV Permit UPDATED ACTUAL
Exam Questions and CORRECT Answers
When an emergency vehicle approaches from in front or behind you, what should you do? -
CORRECT ANSWER - Pull over to the right and stop.
A pedestrian with a white cane signifies what? - CORRECT ANSWER - The person is
blind.
Within how many feet of an oncoming vehicle should you dim your bright headlights at night? -
CORRECT ANSWER - Within 500 feet.
When is it safe to return to the right-hand lane after passing another vehicle? - CORRECT
ANSWER - When you see the tires of the other vehicle in your rearview mirror.
What is the "No-Zone"? - CORRECT ANSWER - The blind spots on the right, left, front,
and behind a truck or large vehicle where drivers can't see you.
Who has the right of way in Florida? - CORRECT ANSWER - No one. The law only
states who must yield in any given situation.
What are three parts of an expressway entrance? - CORRECT ANSWER - Entrance ramp,
acceleration lane, merging area
Who is required to wear seat belts? - CORRECT ANSWER - Anyone under the age of 18
years old must wear a seat belt, regardless of where they are sitting in the car. Only the driver
and front seat passengers are required to wear seat belts.
What is the first thing impaired in a driver who has been drinking alcohol? - CORRECT
ANSWER - Judgment
,What would happen to the license of a driver who was involved in an accident and did not stop
to help the persons who were injured? - CORRECT ANSWER - The license will be
revoked.
What locations are you never allowed to park? - CORRECT ANSWER - * On a sidewalk
or crosswalk
* Within 20 feet of an intersection
* Within 15 feet of a fire hydrant
* On any bridge or overpass
How long can the drawbar be between the towing vehicle and the vehicle being towed? -
CORRECT ANSWER - It must not be more than 15 feet long unless you are towing poles,
pipes, machinery, or other objects that cannot be easily taken apart.
True or False: A person cannot, even temporarily, operate a farm tractor on the highway without
a Class E driver license. - CORRECT ANSWER - False
Who will be charged with the violation if a 15 year old back seat passenger is not wearing a seat
belt? - CORRECT ANSWER - The driver of the vehicle.
What lights are required on your car? - CORRECT ANSWER - 1. Two red tail lights,
mounted on the rear.
2. A white light that makes the license plate visible from 50 feet.
3. Two headlights with high beam and low beam settings.
4. Two red stoplights. They must be seen from 300 feet in the daytime, and must come on when
the foot brake is pressed.
What should you do if you hit a parked vehicle? - CORRECT ANSWER - 1. Try to find
the owner of the vehicle
2. Leave a note where the owner can find it with your contact information.
, What should you do if you are taking medications (prescription or over the counter) while
driving? - CORRECT ANSWER - 1. Check label for warnings about effects
2. Ask doctor or pharmacist about side effects if you are unsure.
Who provides you with a Florida Insurance ID card? - CORRECT ANSWER - Your car
insurance company.
If you fail to answer a traffic summons, what might happen? - CORRECT ANSWER -
Your license may not be renewed.
What are the penalties for offering a false name on any motor vehicle license application? -
CORRECT ANSWER - Third degree felony
Is it illegal in Florida to leave your keys in your car when parked? - CORRECT
ANSWER - Yes, it is illegal.
Which of the following are appropriate defensive driving techniques to use if you are about to be
involved in a crash? - CORRECT ANSWER - * Try to hit a vehicle moving in the same
direction as you are instead of hitting a vehicle head-on
* Swerve right instead of toward oncoming traffic
* Try to drive off the road rather than skid off
* Hit something that is not moving instead of a vehicle moving toward you
What must you do if you approach a roundabout? - CORRECT ANSWER - Slow down
and yield to traffic already in the circle.
What two laws in Florida cover the auto insurance requirements for licensed FL drivers? -
CORRECT ANSWER - 1. Financial responsibility law
2. No-fault law
Exam Questions and CORRECT Answers
When an emergency vehicle approaches from in front or behind you, what should you do? -
CORRECT ANSWER - Pull over to the right and stop.
A pedestrian with a white cane signifies what? - CORRECT ANSWER - The person is
blind.
Within how many feet of an oncoming vehicle should you dim your bright headlights at night? -
CORRECT ANSWER - Within 500 feet.
When is it safe to return to the right-hand lane after passing another vehicle? - CORRECT
ANSWER - When you see the tires of the other vehicle in your rearview mirror.
What is the "No-Zone"? - CORRECT ANSWER - The blind spots on the right, left, front,
and behind a truck or large vehicle where drivers can't see you.
Who has the right of way in Florida? - CORRECT ANSWER - No one. The law only
states who must yield in any given situation.
What are three parts of an expressway entrance? - CORRECT ANSWER - Entrance ramp,
acceleration lane, merging area
Who is required to wear seat belts? - CORRECT ANSWER - Anyone under the age of 18
years old must wear a seat belt, regardless of where they are sitting in the car. Only the driver
and front seat passengers are required to wear seat belts.
What is the first thing impaired in a driver who has been drinking alcohol? - CORRECT
ANSWER - Judgment
,What would happen to the license of a driver who was involved in an accident and did not stop
to help the persons who were injured? - CORRECT ANSWER - The license will be
revoked.
What locations are you never allowed to park? - CORRECT ANSWER - * On a sidewalk
or crosswalk
* Within 20 feet of an intersection
* Within 15 feet of a fire hydrant
* On any bridge or overpass
How long can the drawbar be between the towing vehicle and the vehicle being towed? -
CORRECT ANSWER - It must not be more than 15 feet long unless you are towing poles,
pipes, machinery, or other objects that cannot be easily taken apart.
True or False: A person cannot, even temporarily, operate a farm tractor on the highway without
a Class E driver license. - CORRECT ANSWER - False
Who will be charged with the violation if a 15 year old back seat passenger is not wearing a seat
belt? - CORRECT ANSWER - The driver of the vehicle.
What lights are required on your car? - CORRECT ANSWER - 1. Two red tail lights,
mounted on the rear.
2. A white light that makes the license plate visible from 50 feet.
3. Two headlights with high beam and low beam settings.
4. Two red stoplights. They must be seen from 300 feet in the daytime, and must come on when
the foot brake is pressed.
What should you do if you hit a parked vehicle? - CORRECT ANSWER - 1. Try to find
the owner of the vehicle
2. Leave a note where the owner can find it with your contact information.
, What should you do if you are taking medications (prescription or over the counter) while
driving? - CORRECT ANSWER - 1. Check label for warnings about effects
2. Ask doctor or pharmacist about side effects if you are unsure.
Who provides you with a Florida Insurance ID card? - CORRECT ANSWER - Your car
insurance company.
If you fail to answer a traffic summons, what might happen? - CORRECT ANSWER -
Your license may not be renewed.
What are the penalties for offering a false name on any motor vehicle license application? -
CORRECT ANSWER - Third degree felony
Is it illegal in Florida to leave your keys in your car when parked? - CORRECT
ANSWER - Yes, it is illegal.
Which of the following are appropriate defensive driving techniques to use if you are about to be
involved in a crash? - CORRECT ANSWER - * Try to hit a vehicle moving in the same
direction as you are instead of hitting a vehicle head-on
* Swerve right instead of toward oncoming traffic
* Try to drive off the road rather than skid off
* Hit something that is not moving instead of a vehicle moving toward you
What must you do if you approach a roundabout? - CORRECT ANSWER - Slow down
and yield to traffic already in the circle.
What two laws in Florida cover the auto insurance requirements for licensed FL drivers? -
CORRECT ANSWER - 1. Financial responsibility law
2. No-fault law
