Practice test 2 of 10 — Delaware permit test

The correct answer to each question above, why it is right, and where it comes from. Try the test first.

1. Question 1: D. It takes your eyes and mind off the road

   Texting takes your eyes, hands and mind off driving, which makes a crash much more likely.

   Handbook: Chapter: Safe driving and hazards — Distracted driving

2. Question 2: D. Stop and wait behind the stop line

   A steady red light means stop. Wait behind the stop line or crosswalk until you may legally go.

   Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signals and pavement markings — Traffic signals

3. Question 3: B. $15,000

   The PIP minimum is "$15,000 for any 1 person" and $30,000 for all persons hurt in one crash.

   Handbook: Section Three – Vehicle Equipment, Titles, Registration, and Insurance — Step 1 – Liability Insurance, Financial Responsibility And Penalty

4. Question 4: A. Any time you use your windshield wipers

   Delaware law requires headlights to be "On any time you use your windshield wipers."

   Handbook: Section Three – Vehicle Equipment, Titles, Registration, and Insurance — Using Headlights

5. Question 5: D. To turn around on a narrow street

   A three-point turn is used to turn around on a street too narrow for a U-turn.

   Handbook: Chapter: Turning, passing and lane use — Turns

6. Question 6: D. Directions, exits and distances

   Green guide signs show directions, exits and how far it is to places ahead.

   Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signs — Sign shapes and colors

7. Question 7: D. No passing from either side

   Two solid yellow lines down the center of the road mean no passing from either side.

   Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signals and pavement markings — Pavement markings

8. Question 8: B. Hold the wheel firmly and ease off the gas

   Hold the wheel firmly, ease off the gas and let the car slow down before you brake gently.

   Handbook: Chapter: Emergencies and vehicle equipment — Tire failure

9. Question 9: C. At least 100 feet

   The manual says if "a fire gets out of control, move at least 100 feet away" in case the tank explodes.

   Handbook: Section Five – Driving Skills and Safety Tips — Fire

10. Question 10: C. Go if the way is clear, yielding as needed

    A green light means you may go, but only when the way is clear. You must still yield to people and cars already in the intersection.

    Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signals and pavement markings — Traffic signals

11. Question 11: D. Until they turn 21

    The Family Court has the license revoked "until such time as they are legally permitted to drink" at age 21.

    Handbook: Section Two – Driver License Information — Law Pertaining To Juveniles Driving While Under The Influence

12. Question 12: C. Signal, check mirrors and blind spot, then move

    Signal first, check your mirrors and blind spot, then move over smoothly when it is clear.

    Handbook: Chapter: Turning, passing and lane use — Changing lanes

13. Question 13: C. Left turns by traffic from both directions

    This is a two-way left-turn lane. Drivers from both directions use it only to make left turns.

    Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signals and pavement markings — Pavement markings

14. Question 14: B. Another road crosses yours

    The cross symbol warns of a crossroad ahead. Watch for traffic coming from both sides.

    Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signs — Warning signs

15. Question 15: C. You should not drive below 40 in good conditions

    A minimum speed sign means you should not go below 40 when conditions are good, because very slow cars can cause crashes.

    Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signs — Regulatory signs

16. Question 16: A. The left approach lane

    For a left turn or U-turn, the manual says to "be in the left approach lane" before you enter.

    Handbook: Section Four – Rules of the Road — Roundabouts

17. Question 17: D. Stop, call 911, and help if you can

    Stop, call 911, and give help you are able to give. Do not move injured people unless they are in danger.

    Handbook: Chapter: Emergencies and vehicle equipment — Crashes

18. Question 18: B. From the far left lane into the far left lane

    Turning left from one one-way street onto another, start in the far left lane and end in the far left lane.

    Handbook: Chapter: Turning, passing and lane use — Turns

19. Question 19: A. Let the cyclist pass, then turn

    Yield to the cyclist in the bike lane. Let them go by, then make your turn behind them.

    Handbook: Chapter: Sharing the road — Bicycles

20. Question 20: B. Wait until there is room to clear the intersection

    Do not enter an intersection unless there is room to clear it, even on green. Blocking it holds up cross traffic.

    Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signals and pavement markings — Traffic signals

21. Question 21: A. Let traffic with the right-of-way go first

    A yield sign means you slow down and let traffic and people with the right-of-way go first, stopping if you need to.

    Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signs — Regulatory signs

22. Question 22: A. It slows how fast your eyes recover from glare

    Alcohol slows how fast your eyes recover from headlight glare, which makes night driving harder.

    Handbook: Chapter: Alcohol, drugs and penalties — How alcohol affects you

23. Question 23: D. Judgment

    Alcohol affects judgment first, so a driver may feel fine while making poor choices.

    Handbook: Chapter: Alcohol, drugs and penalties — How alcohol affects you

24. Question 24: C. 50 mph

    The Delaware speed table lists "Two-lane roads" at 50 mph unless signs say otherwise.

    Handbook: Section Four – Rules of the Road — Speed Limits

25. Question 25: B. Slow down, look for people crossing, and yield

    When these beacons flash, "slow down, look for pedestrians and bicyclists, and yield as necessary."

    Handbook: Section Four – Rules of the Road — Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacon

26. Question 26: B. Your license can be suspended

    Under implied consent laws, refusing a lawful test usually leads to a license suspension.

    Handbook: Chapter: Alcohol, drugs and penalties — Testing and implied consent

27. Question 27: D. Keep a steady gap and watch for brake lights

    In heavy traffic keep a steady gap and watch for brake lights ahead so you can slow down smoothly.

    Handbook: Chapter: Speed and following distance — Following distance

28. Question 28: C. Cyclists and people walking

    Cyclists and people walking may be on your right as you turn, so check for them before turning right.

    Handbook: Chapter: Turning, passing and lane use — Turns

29. Question 29: D. The highway runs mostly north and south

    Interstate routes with odd numbers usually run north and south; even numbers usually run east and west.

    Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signs — Guide and service signs

30. Question 30: D. Wait until they have crossed

    Treat a person in a wheelchair like any person walking. Stop and wait until they have crossed.

    Handbook: Chapter: Sharing the road — Pedestrians

31. Question 31: D. No, impaired driving is illegal everywhere

    Even where marijuana is legal, driving while impaired by it is illegal everywhere.

    Handbook: Chapter: Alcohol, drugs and penalties — Drugs and medicine

32. Question 32: C. 1,000 feet

    Headlights must be on from sunset to sunrise and "any other time you cannot see beyond" 1,000 feet.

    Handbook: Section Three – Vehicle Equipment, Titles, Registration, and Insurance — Using Headlights