Practice test 1 of 10 — Nevada permit test

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1. Question 1: 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

2. Question 2: 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

3. Question 3: 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

4. Question 4: D. Dial *647

   You can report a suspected drunk driver or a highway emergency "on a cellular phone anywhere in Nevada by dialing *NHP (*647)."

   Handbook: Chapter 10: Driving Under the Influence — Clues that a Driver May Be Under the Influence or Impaired

5. Question 5: A. Do not drive in that lane

   A red X with CLOSED means "drivers cannot drive in the lane under the red X," so you must merge into another open lane.

   Handbook: Chapter 3: Driving Safely — Active Traffic Management Signs

6. Question 6: D. It loops around a city or links two Interstates

   A three-digit Interstate with an even first digit usually loops around a city or links two Interstates; an odd one is usually a spur.

   Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signs — Guide and service signs

7. Question 7: A. No closer than 50 feet

   The Nevada manual says "Never park within 50 feet of the nearest rail of a railroad."

   Handbook: Chapter 3: Driving Safely — No Parking Allowed

8. Question 8: C. Take a break and move your eyes often

   Long, dull drives can make you drowsy. Take breaks and keep your eyes moving.

   Handbook: Chapter: Safe driving and hazards — Fatigue

9. Question 9: D. At dawn and at dusk

   Deer move most at dawn and at dusk, so take extra care at those times where this sign is posted.

   Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signs — Warning signs

10. Question 10: A. Dirt and glare make it harder to see

    A dirty windshield adds glare and makes it harder to see, most of all at night.

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

11. Question 11: A. 30 minutes before to 30 minutes after school

    Nevada school zone limits apply on school days from "a half hour before school begins" until a half hour (30 minutes) after school ends, unless posted.

    Handbook: Chapter 3: Driving Safely — School Areas

12. Question 12: C. Stop and expect more children to follow

    Stop for the child and expect another child to follow the ball into the road.

    Handbook: Chapter: Right of way — Pedestrians

13. Question 13: 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

14. Question 14: 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

15. Question 15: 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

16. Question 16: C. The police officer

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

    Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signs — Regulatory signs

17. Question 17: 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

18. Question 18: B. 25 mph

    The Nevada manual lists 25 mph as the speed limit for "Business and residential areas," along with some school zones.

    Handbook: Chapter 3: Driving Safely — Controlling Speed

19. Question 19: B. Any time it is hard to see

    Turn on your headlights any time it is hard to see, such as at dusk, in rain or in fog.

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

20. Question 20: C. It is getting ready to stop

    Flashing yellow lights mean the bus is about to stop. Slow down and get ready to stop.

    Handbook: Chapter: Right of way — School buses

21. Question 21: B. Before you start to drive

    Adjust your seat and mirrors before you start to drive, so you can see well and are not distracted on the road.

    Handbook: Chapter: Emergencies and vehicle equipment — Vehicle equipment

22. Question 22: A. Pull over, get out, and move away

    Pull over, turn off the engine, get everyone out and move away. Call for help.

    Handbook: Chapter: Emergencies and vehicle equipment — Vehicle fires

23. Question 23: C. Ease off the gas and get ready to slow

    Brake lights far ahead warn of slowing traffic. Ease off the gas early so you can slow smoothly.

    Handbook: Chapter: Speed and following distance — Managing space

24. Question 24: 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

25. Question 25: C. No more than 200 feet

    Nevada drivers "may not travel more than 200 feet in a center turn lane" before making a left turn, and these lanes may not be used for passing.

    Handbook: Chapter 3: Driving Safely — Highway Markings