Practice test 2 of 10 — Florida permit test

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1. Question 1: C. Which way traffic in that lane may go

   Lane arrows show which way traffic in that lane may go, such as straight or left only.

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

2. Question 2: D. Driving is limited to business purposes for a year

   A driver under 18 with 6 or more points in 12 months is restricted to business purposes only for one year.

   Handbook: Section 3: Your Driving Privilege — Mandatory Restriction for Minors

3. Question 3: D. Counterclockwise, to the right

   In the US, traffic in a roundabout moves counterclockwise, so you go around to the right.

   Handbook: Chapter: Right of way — Roundabouts

4. Question 4: A. So drivers can tell them apart even from behind

   Their unique shapes let drivers tell what they are even when the front is covered by snow or seen from behind.

   Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signs — Sign shapes and colors

5. Question 5: A. In school zones and construction zones

   Florida doubles speeding fines in school zones and construction or work zones, and may require a driving course.

   Handbook: Section 3: Your Driving Privilege — Speeding

6. Question 6: C. The lane just right of the center line

   When turning left onto a two-way street, finish in the lane just to the right of the center line.

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

7. Question 7: D. Your headlights

   When you turn on your windshield wipers, turn on your headlights.

   Handbook: Section 8: Special Driving Situations — Rain

8. Question 8: A. 30 mph

   The maximum in a municipal, business or residential area is 30 mph unless otherwise posted.

   Handbook: Section 7: Driving Safety — Speed Limits

9. Question 9: A. Whenever it helps prevent a crash

   Even when you have the right-of-way, yield if it will help prevent a crash.

   Handbook: Chapter: Right of way — Right-of-way basics

10. Question 10: D. Yield and let the procession go through

    Drivers must yield to funeral processions; once the lead vehicle enters, the rest may follow through regardless of signals.

    Handbook: Section 10: Sharing the Road — Funeral Processions

11. Question 11: A. No closer than 50 feet

    It is against the law to park within 50 feet of a railroad crossing.

    Handbook: Section 7: Driving Safety — Parking

12. Question 12: 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

13. Question 13: B. Slow down and leave more space

    Wet roads give your tires less grip, so slow down and leave more space ahead.

    Handbook: Chapter: Speed and following distance — Speed and road conditions

14. Question 14: D. A railroad crossing is ahead

    The round yellow sign with an X warns of a railroad crossing ahead. Slow down, look and listen for trains.

    Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signs — Warning signs

15. Question 15: A. Traffic moving in opposite directions

    Yellow lines separate traffic moving in opposite directions.

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

16. Question 16: D. Do not drive until you know how it affects you

    A car counts as heavy machinery. Do not drive until you know how the medicine affects you.

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

17. Question 17: D. From a one-way street onto a one-way street going left

    The Florida handbook says at a red light "you may turn left from a one-way street onto a one-way street" with traffic moving left.

    Handbook: Section 6: Traffic Controls — Traffic Signals

18. Question 18: A. Services such as gas, food and lodging

    Blue signs show services for drivers, such as gas, food, lodging and hospitals.

    Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signs — Sign shapes and colors

19. Question 19: 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

20. Question 20: C. A steep downhill grade ahead

    The truck on a downward slope warns of a steep downhill grade. Check your speed and use a lower gear.

    Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signs — Warning signs

21. Question 21: D. Go on through the intersection with care

    Stop for a yellow light if you safely can. If you are too close to stop safely, go on through the intersection with care.

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

22. Question 22: 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

23. Question 23: 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

24. Question 24: C. Pump the brakes and shift to a lower gear

    Pump the brake pedal to build pressure and shift to a lower gear, then use the parking brake slowly if needed.

    Handbook: Chapter: Emergencies and vehicle equipment — Brake failure

25. Question 25: A. After a full stop, unless a sign forbids it

    Generally you may turn right on red after a full stop if no sign forbids it and you yield to people and traffic.

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

26. Question 26: D. When it is within 500 feet

    Florida law bans high beams within 500 feet of an oncoming vehicle; use low beams.

    Handbook: Section 8: Special Driving Situations — Night Driving

27. Question 27: B. Trains cannot stop quickly or steer away

    A train cannot steer and may need a mile or more to stop, so you must always yield to it.

    Handbook: Chapter: Right of way — Railroad crossings

28. Question 28: A. Open space you can steer into

    An escape route is open space you can steer into if you suddenly need to avoid a crash.

    Handbook: Chapter: Safe driving and hazards — Defensive driving

29. Question 29: C. Stop completely, then go when it is safe

    This is a stop sign. You must come to a full stop and move on only when the way is clear.

    Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signs — Regulatory signs

30. Question 30: A. Ease off the gas and steer where you want to go

    In a skid, ease off the gas and steer gently where you want the car to go.

    Handbook: Chapter: Safe driving and hazards — Skids and slippery roads

31. Question 31: 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

32. Question 32: C. $465

    The Florida handbook gives a $265 minimum, but passing "on the side where children enter and exit" brings a minimum of $465.

    Handbook: Section 3: Your Driving Privilege — Passing a Stopped School Bus

33. Question 33: C. In school zones, school crossings and work zones

    Florida prohibits using a wireless device in a handheld manner in a school crossing, school zone or work zone.

    Handbook: Section 4: Before You Drive—You the Driver — Distracted Driving

34. Question 34: C. The lower limit applies while lights flash

    With a "when flashing" plaque, the lower school speed limit applies while the yellow lights are flashing.

    Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signs — Regulatory signs

35. Question 35: A. Enough to see its rear tires touch the road

    If you can see the rear tires of the car ahead touching the road, you have room to steer around it.

    Handbook: Chapter: Speed and following distance — Managing space

36. Question 36: B. Turn off the engine, take the keys, and lock it

    Turn off the engine, take the keys and lock the car so no one can drive it away and it cannot roll.

    Handbook: Chapter: Parking and stopping — Leaving a parked car

37. Question 37: B. The car going straight

    A driver turning left yields to an oncoming car going straight, so let it go first.

    Handbook: Chapter: Right of way — Stop signs and intersections

38. Question 38: D. Yield to the oncoming car

    A driver turning left must yield to oncoming traffic that is close enough to be a hazard.

    Handbook: Chapter: Right of way — Uncontrolled intersections

39. Question 39: C. Yield

    The downward-pointing triangle is used only for the yield sign.

    Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signs — Sign shapes and colors

40. Question 40: D. At least 500 feet

    Do not pass on hills or curves where you cannot see at least 500 feet ahead.

    Handbook: Section 7: Driving Safety — Passing

41. Question 41: B. Others may not expect it, and it can cause a crash

    Changing lanes in an intersection surprises other drivers and people crossing, so it often causes crashes.

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

42. Question 42: A. You may not see a hazard in time to stop

    If you drive faster than your lights reach, you may not see a hazard in time to stop.

    Handbook: Chapter: Speed and following distance — Speed and road conditions

43. Question 43: D. All other traffic and pedestrians

    A driver making a U-turn must yield to all other traffic and to pedestrians.

    Handbook: Chapter: Right of way — Turning at intersections

44. Question 44: D. Your tires cannot push water away fast enough

    At higher speed, tires cannot clear the water fast enough and can ride up on a thin layer of it.

    Handbook: Chapter: Speed and following distance — Speed and road conditions

45. Question 45: D. 55 mph

    On streets and highways where no other limit is posted, the Florida maximum is 55 mph.

    Handbook: Section 7: Driving Safety — Speed Limits

46. Question 46: C. 50 mph

    When the posted limit is 70 mph, the minimum speed limit is 50 mph.

    Handbook: Section 7: Driving Safety — Speed Limits

47. Question 47: B. When your stopped car could be a hazard

    Use hazard lights when your car is stopped or very slow and could be a hazard to others.

    Handbook: Chapter: Emergencies and vehicle equipment — Breakdowns

48. Question 48: C. Keep your speed low and watch for children

    In neighborhoods children may run into the street, so keep your speed low and watch closely.

    Handbook: Chapter: Speed and following distance — Special speed zones

49. Question 49: B. Turn your head and look over your shoulder

    Mirrors do not show everything. A quick look over your shoulder checks the blind spot before you move.

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

50. Question 50: C. By driving, you agree to alcohol or drug tests

    Implied consent means that by driving, you have agreed to a test for alcohol or drugs if lawfully asked.

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