Practice test 2 of 10 — Idaho permit test

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1. Question 1: D. On the left

   You should normally pass on the left. Passing on the right is allowed only in certain cases.

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

2. Question 2: D. The left edge of the road

   On a divided highway or one-way road, a solid yellow line marks the left edge of the road.

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

3. Question 3: D. Over your right shoulder through the rear window

   Turn and look over your right shoulder through the rear window, and check all around, not just your mirrors.

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

4. Question 4: D. Up to 15 mph

   While passing a slower vehicle, you may go over the posted limit "by up to 15 miles per hour" (15 mph).

   Handbook: Traffic Laws & the Rules of the Road — Passing

5. Question 5: D. The road does not connect to another road

   A dead end or no outlet sign means the road does not connect to another road, so you will have to turn around.

   Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signs — Warning signs

6. Question 6: C. Time

   Only time lets the body remove alcohol. Coffee, cold showers and fresh air do not lower your blood alcohol.

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

7. Question 7: D. No more than 1

   In the first 6 months, passengers under 17 are limited "to not more than one passenger, unless" related to the driver (no more than 1).

   Handbook: One Driver, One License, One Record — Restriction When Under 17

8. Question 8: C. Crashes caused by big speed gaps

   A minimum speed limit keeps very slow cars off the highway, since big speed gaps lead to crashes.

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

9. Question 9: D. 65 mph

   Idaho says "Vehicles shall not exceed 65 miles per hour on state highways" (65 mph), though 70 may be posted.

   Handbook: Traffic Laws & the Rules of the Road — Speed Limits

10. Question 10: 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

11. Question 11: B. Let it finish its turn before you go

    Vehicles still in the intersection when the light changes must be allowed to clear it before you go.

    Handbook: Chapter: Right of way — Signals and right of way

12. Question 12: C. Check for cars and bikes behind you

    Look for cars and bikes before you open your door, so you do not open it in someone's path.

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

13. Question 13: A. 90 days

    For a first failure, driving privileges "will be suspended for a period of ninety (90) days."

    Handbook: What Affects Your Driving Privilege and Record — Administrative License Suspension

14. Question 14: C. A series of curves

    The wavy arrow means a winding road with a series of curves. Keep your speed down until it straightens.

    Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signs — Warning signs

15. Question 15: D. Far ahead and all around you

    Look well ahead and all around, not just at the car in front, so you spot hazards early.

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

16. Question 16: C. It slows how fast alcohol is absorbed

    Food slows how fast alcohol is absorbed, but it does not stop you from becoming impaired.

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

17. Question 17: D. Cover the brake so you can stop fast

    Taking your foot off the gas and covering the brake cuts the time it takes to stop if a child runs out.

    Handbook: Chapter: Safe driving and hazards — Defensive driving

18. Question 18: C. No; only oncoming drivers may pass here

    A solid yellow line on your side means you may not cross it to pass. The broken line lets oncoming drivers pass.

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

19. Question 19: C. The police officer

    A police officer directing traffic overrides signs and signals, so follow the officer.

    Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signs — Regulatory signs

20. Question 20: B. You may not be able to stop in time

    Following too closely leaves too little time to react and stop if the car ahead stops suddenly.

    Handbook: Chapter: Speed and following distance — Following distance

21. Question 21: A. When its whole front shows in your mirror

    Wait until you can see the whole front of the truck in your mirror before moving in front of it.

    Handbook: Chapter: Sharing the road — Large trucks and buses

22. Question 22: A. .02

    Idaho counts it as DUI at a BAC of ".02 or more if you are under 21 years of age."

    Handbook: What Affects Your Driving Privilege and Record — Driving Under The Influence

23. Question 23: D. Only drivers who need to stop inside it

    The zone is open to local traffic, but drivers must not use it as a route "unless they have a reason to stop within the work zone."

    Handbook: Highway & Vehicle Knowledge — Work Zone Signs

24. Question 24: D. Level with the back of your head

    Set the head restraint level with the back of your head to protect your neck in a crash.

    Handbook: Chapter: Emergencies and vehicle equipment — Vehicle equipment

25. Question 25: B. People crossing and cross traffic on green

    When turning right on red, yield to people in the crosswalk and to cross traffic that has a green light.

    Handbook: Chapter: Right of way — Turning at intersections

26. Question 26: A. Leave a note with your contact details

    Leave a note with your name and contact details where the owner will find it, and report it as your state requires.

    Handbook: Chapter: Emergencies and vehicle equipment — Crashes

27. Question 27: A. About a half mile

    If you are not in the correct lane, "about a half mile before the exit, signal and move" into the lane nearest the exit.

    Handbook: Traffic Laws & the Rules of the Road — Leaving the Freeway

28. Question 28: C. Oncoming traffic and people on the sidewalk

    When you turn left across traffic into a driveway, yield to oncoming traffic and to people on the sidewalk you will cross.

    Handbook: Chapter: Right of way — Turning at intersections

29. Question 29: C. No, it is not allowed

    Disability spaces are only for vehicles with a valid placard or plate. Others may not park there.

    Handbook: Chapter: Parking and stopping — Where not to park

30. Question 30: B. Warn you of a hazard or change ahead

    Diamond-shaped signs are warning signs. They tell you about a hazard or change in the road ahead.

    Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signs — Sign shapes and colors

31. Question 31: C. Parks, recreation and places of interest

    Brown signs guide you to parks, recreation areas and places of cultural or historic interest.

    Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signs — Sign shapes and colors

32. Question 32: A. No, but police may cite an unsafe vehicle

    "Idaho does not require an annual safety inspection," but an officer who finds an unsafe vehicle may cite you.

    Handbook: Vehicle Equipment & Safety — Operating a Vehicle Without the Owner's Consent

33. Question 33: A. In the exit lane, after leaving the main lanes

    Keep your speed in the main lanes and slow down once you are in the exit lane.

    Handbook: Chapter: Turning, passing and lane use — Highway driving

34. Question 34: D. Stay right and do not speed up

    When you are being passed, keep to the right and hold or ease your speed so the other driver can finish passing safely.

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

35. Question 35: C. Turn left

    A left turn only sign means every vehicle in that lane must turn left at the intersection.

    Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signs — Regulatory signs

36. Question 36: B. Inside the car with the windows closed

    A hard-topped car is a safe place in a lightning storm. Stay inside with the windows closed.

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

37. Question 37: D. Only when driving a commercial vehicle

    It counts as a moving violation only "when the driver is in operation of a commercial motor vehicle."

    Handbook: The Driving Task — Cell Phones

38. Question 38: C. On bridges and overpasses

    Bridges and overpasses lose heat from above and below, so ice forms on them first.

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

39. Question 39: C. The third or later one

    For a third or later DUI conviction within 10 years, the handbook says "This conviction is a felony."

    Handbook: What Affects Your Driving Privilege and Record — Driving Under The Influence

40. Question 40: A. You go with care; cross traffic stops

    Flashing red means the cross street must stop. Your flashing yellow means you may go on with care.

    Handbook: Chapter: Right of way — Signals and right of way