Practice test 1 of 10 — Idaho permit test

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1. Question 1: A. 0.08 percent

   In nearly every state the limit for drivers 21 and over is 0.08 percent; a state may set it lower.

   Handbook: Chapter: Alcohol, drugs and penalties — Legal limits

2. Question 2: A. Never drive faster than is safe for conditions

   The basic speed rule means you must never drive faster than is safe for the road, weather and traffic, whatever the posted limit.

   Handbook: Chapter: Speed and following distance — Basic speed rule

3. Question 3: 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

4. Question 4: C. Only if it is in the farthest left lane

   Do not pass the procession in the right lane "unless the procession is in the farthest left lane."

   Handbook: Traffic Laws & the Rules of the Road — Funeral Processions

5. Question 5: D. Stop

   Only the stop sign has eight sides, so you can know it by shape alone.

   Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signs — Sign shapes and colors

6. Question 6: C. Your license can be suspended

   Repeated traffic violations can lead to your license being suspended, along with higher insurance costs.

   Handbook: Chapter: Alcohol, drugs and penalties — Penalties

7. Question 7: C. Sound your horn

   In the mountains, "Sound the horn when approaching any curve on a narrow road" where the view is blocked.

   Handbook: Sharing the Road — Mountain Driving

8. Question 8: D. Toward the curb

   Facing downhill, turn the wheels toward the curb so the car rolls into the curb, not into traffic.

   Handbook: Chapter: Parking and stopping — Parking on hills

9. Question 9: D. Stop, yield, and go once the crosswalk is clear

   When the red lights flash alternately, "the driver must stop, yield to pedestrians in the crosswalk," then go when it is clear.

   Handbook: Highway & Vehicle Knowledge — Pedestrian Crossings

10. Question 10: B. Pull over where safe and let them pass

    If a long line forms behind you, pull over where it is safe and let them pass.

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

11. Question 11: B. Go straight and find another way

    Lane arrows must be followed. If you are in the wrong lane, go straight and find another route.

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

12. Question 12: B. Insurance costs go up

    Insurance costs usually go up a lot after a conviction for driving under the influence.

    Handbook: Chapter: Alcohol, drugs and penalties — Penalties

13. Question 13: B. 15

    Idaho says you "can be licensed in Idaho when you are 15 years of age," after driver training and the GDL program.

    Handbook: Introduction

14. Question 14: D. Turning left

    This sign bans left turns. You may go straight or turn right if those moves are allowed.

    Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signs — Regulatory signs

15. Question 15: 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

16. Question 16: B. Every few seconds

    Check your mirrors every few seconds so you always know what is behind and beside you.

    Handbook: Chapter: Safe driving and hazards — Seeing and scanning

17. Question 17: C. Use the sun visor and slow down

    Use the sun visor or sunglasses and slow down until you can see clearly.

    Handbook: Chapter: Safe driving and hazards — Night and weather

18. Question 18: A. Stop and wait until the lights stop flashing

    Flashing red lights at a crossing mean a train is coming. Stop and wait until the lights stop flashing, even if you see no train.

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

19. Question 19: 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

20. Question 20: D. Slowly, watching for people

    Drive slowly in a parking lot and watch for people walking and cars backing out.

    Handbook: Chapter: Parking and stopping — Parking lots

21. Question 21: C. Near schools, parks, and playgrounds

    Children near schools, parks and playgrounds may run into the road without looking.

    Handbook: Chapter: Sharing the road — Pedestrians

22. Question 22: A. Drivers coming from both other directions

    At an uncontrolled T intersection, you must "yield to any drivers approaching from the other two directions."

    Handbook: Traffic Laws & the Rules of the Road — Yielding to Other Drivers

23. Question 23: B. It is temporary

    Barricades "are either red and white (permanent) or orange and white (temporary)," and they give the same instructions.

    Handbook: Highway & Vehicle Knowledge — Barricades

24. Question 24: C. Slow down and watch for people

    People getting out of a car may step into the road, so slow down and watch for them.

    Handbook: Chapter: Sharing the road — Pedestrians

25. Question 25: D. In rain, fog, or at night

    Leave more space when it is wet, foggy or dark, since you need more time to see hazards and to stop.

    Handbook: Chapter: Speed and following distance — Following distance

26. Question 26: 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

27. Question 27: D. The cattle

    Horses, cattle and other livestock "under controlled movement over a highway or road have the right-of-way."

    Handbook: Sharing the Road — Open Range

28. Question 28: B. They may start to cross, watching for turning cars

    The walking person means people may start to cross, but they should still watch for cars that are turning.

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

29. Question 29: D. In the passenger area of a car on the road

    In most states, an open container of alcohol is not allowed in the passenger area of a car on a public road.

    Handbook: Chapter: Alcohol, drugs and penalties — Open containers

30. Question 30: D. You may not park here

    This is a no parking sign. You may not leave your car parked in the area it covers.

    Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signs — Regulatory signs

31. Question 31: A. A yield sign is coming up

    This sign warns of a yield sign ahead, so slow down and be ready to give way.

    Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signs — Warning signs

32. Question 32: A. From October 1 to April 30

    Studded snow tires "may be used only from October 1 to April 30," though ITD may adjust the dates.

    Handbook: Vehicle Equipment & Safety — Equipment Not Allowed

33. Question 33: C. They can make driving unsafe

    Medicines that cause drowsiness can slow your reactions and make driving unsafe.

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

34. Question 34: A. Gravel gives less grip for stopping and turning

    Loose gravel gives your tires less grip, so stopping and steering take more care and lower speed.

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

35. Question 35: D. The top legal speed when conditions are good

    A speed limit sign shows the highest legal speed in good conditions. You may need to go slower when conditions are poor.

    Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signs — Regulatory signs

36. Question 36: B. The full width of a lane

    A motorcycle needs the full width of a lane. Never share a lane with one.

    Handbook: Chapter: Sharing the road — Motorcycles

37. Question 37: D. A fine, but no points

    A texting conviction "will not result in points on a driver's record," but it "will result in a fine."

    Handbook: The Driving Task — Cell Phones

38. Question 38: D. At least 10 inches

    Sit at least 10 inches from the steering wheel so a deploying airbag does not hurt you.

    Handbook: Chapter: Safe driving and hazards — Seat belts and airbags

39. Question 39: C. At least 3 times sooner

    Start slowing down "at least three times sooner than you normally do" when turning or stopping (3 times).

    Handbook: Sharing the Road — Winter Driving

40. Question 40: B. Enter it only just before your left turn

    Enter a two-way left-turn lane just before you turn left and never use it to pass; how far you may drive in it varies by state.

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