Practice test 2 of 10 — Louisiana permit test

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1. Question 1: 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

2. Question 2: C. The seconds left to finish crossing

   A countdown signal shows how many seconds are left for people to finish crossing before the signal changes.

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

3. Question 3: B. 2 years old

   The Louisiana child restraint law says "birth to at least 2 years" in a rear facing, federally approved car seat.

   Handbook: Chapter 4: Basic Driving and Safety — Use of Safety Belts

4. Question 4: D. They want you to go first

   Louisiana says that if the person "takes a step back and pulls in his cane," it is a sign that you should go.

   Handbook: Chapter 5: Safe Driving Habits — Visually Impaired Pedestrians

5. Question 5: B. You may turn left; oncoming cars must stop

   A green arrow gives you a protected turn in that direction. Oncoming traffic should be stopped, but still watch for people in the crosswalk.

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

6. Question 6: D. Not in both ears; one ear is allowed

   Louisiana prohibits headphones "in both ears," but wearing them "in one ear alone is allowed."

   Handbook: Chapter 6: Traffic Laws and Regulations — Other Laws You Should Know

7. Question 7: 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

8. Question 8: D. The car on the through road

   At a T-intersection with no signs, traffic on the ending road yields to traffic on the through road.

   Handbook: Chapter: Right of way — Uncontrolled intersections

9. Question 9: D. Let it go through first

   Yield to vehicles already in the intersection. Wait for them to clear it before you go.

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

10. Question 10: 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

11. Question 11: A. Find another way home, like a sober driver

    Never ride with a driver who has been drinking. Find a sober driver or another safe way home.

    Handbook: Chapter: Alcohol, drugs and penalties — Making safe choices

12. Question 12: A. No, unless signs or markings allow it

    Driving on the shoulder to pass is generally not allowed unless signs or markings say you may.

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

13. Question 13: D. Turn them on so others can see you

    Turn on your headlights in rain so other drivers can see you; many states require it.

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

14. Question 14: 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

15. Question 15: B. A median will split the two directions

    This sign warns that a divided highway begins, so a median will split the two directions of traffic.

    Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signs — Warning signs

16. Question 16: D. At about 9 and 3 o'clock

    Holding the wheel at about 9 and 3 o'clock gives good control and keeps your arms clear of the airbag.

    Handbook: Chapter: Safe driving and hazards — Vehicle control

17. Question 17: A. All drivers, of any age

    Louisiana law bans anyone from texting while driving, "regardless of age," and also bans social media use.

    Handbook: Chapter 5: Safe Driving Habits — Cellular Phones

18. Question 18: C. All traffic moves the way the arrow points

    A one way sign means all traffic on that road moves only in the direction the arrow shows.

    Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signs — Regulatory signs

19. Question 19: B. Park

    Put an automatic car in park and set the parking brake before you get out.

    Handbook: Chapter: Parking and stopping — Parking on hills

20. Question 20: B. No closer than 500 feet

    Louisiana law says "following emergency vehicles responding to call closer than 500 feet is unlawful."

    Handbook: Chapter 6: Traffic Laws and Regulations — Other Laws You Should Know

21. Question 21: C. Away from the curb

    Facing uphill with a curb, turn the wheels away from the curb so the tire rests against it if the car rolls back.

    Handbook: Chapter: Parking and stopping — Parking on hills

22. Question 22: D. At least 100 but no more than 500 feet

    Louisiana bus drivers turn on the yellow lights "at least 100 feet but no more than 500 feet" before the stop.

    Handbook: Chapter 6: Traffic Laws and Regulations — Stopped School Buses

23. Question 23: 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

24. Question 24: A. The no-passing zone has ended

    A pass with care sign marks the end of a no-passing zone. You may pass again, but only when it is safe.

    Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signs — Regulatory signs

25. Question 25: A. A sharp right turn that needs a low speed

    The bent arrow means a sharp turn to the right, which needs a much lower speed than a gentle curve.

    Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signs — Warning signs

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: B. 0.04%

    The Louisiana limit is 0.04% for this group, as the manual lists ".04 if you are operating a commercial motor vehicle."

    Handbook: Chapter 9: Driving Offenses — Blood Alcohol Concentration

28. Question 28: B. A railroad crossing ahead

    The letters RXR painted on the road warn of a railroad crossing ahead.

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

29. Question 29: A. Walk around the car to check for children

    Small children can be hidden behind a car. Walk around it to check before you back out.

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

30. Question 30: 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

31. Question 31: A. At least 75 feet

    Louisiana bans parking within 20 feet of a fire station driveway on your side, or "within 75 feet of the driveway on the other side."

    Handbook: Chapter 5: Safe Driving Habits — Parking

32. Question 32: C. In a bike lane

    The Louisiana list of places it is against the law to park includes "in a biking lane."

    Handbook: Chapter 5: Safe Driving Habits — Parking

33. Question 33: D. In the right lane, close to the curb

    Start a right turn from the right lane, close to the curb, and turn into the right lane of the new road.

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

34. Question 34: C. The person crossing

    A green light does not let you turn through a crosswalk in use. The person crossing has the right-of-way, so wait for them.

    Handbook: Chapter: Right of way — Pedestrians

35. Question 35: C. Spray and a push of wind

    A passing truck can throw spray and push your car with wind, so hold the wheel firmly.

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

36. Question 36: 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

37. Question 37: D. Having an open bottle or can of alcohol

    The Louisiana law "prohibits both the possession of any open alcoholic beverage container" and drinking in a vehicle.

    Handbook: Chapter 9: Driving Offenses — Blood Alcohol Concentration

38. Question 38: B. People working on or near the road

    This sign warns of workers on or near the road. Slow down and give them space.

    Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signs — Work zone signs

39. Question 39: B. The action shown is not allowed

    A red circle with a slash means the action in the symbol is not allowed, such as no left turn.

    Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signs — Sign shapes and colors

40. Question 40: D. Before the no-passing zone begins

    You must complete a pass and be back in your lane before a no-passing zone begins.

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