Practice test 1 of 10 — Oklahoma permit test

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1. Question 1: C. Ease off the gas and steer back gently

   Ease off the gas, then steer back onto the pavement gently once you have slowed down.

   Handbook: Chapter: Emergencies and vehicle equipment — Running off the road

2. Question 2: A. At dusk, at night, and in bad weather

   Cyclists are small and easy to miss at dusk, at night and in bad weather, so look harder for them then.

   Handbook: Chapter: Sharing the road — Bicycles

3. Question 3: B. The driver on your right

   When two drivers stop at the same time, the driver on the left yields to the driver on the right.

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

4. Question 4: C. 55 hours

   Students must finish 30 hours of classroom work "and 55 hours of actual behind-the-wheel training".

   Handbook: Chapter 1: How to Apply for Your Oklahoma Driver License — Parent-Taught Driver Education

5. Question 5: B. 20 feet

   It is illegal to park "within 20 feet of a crosswalk at an intersection".

   Handbook: Chapter 9: Parking — Unlawful Parking

6. Question 6: D. Use your signals and brake lights

   Signals, brake lights and eye contact tell other drivers and people walking what you plan to do.

   Handbook: Chapter: Safe driving and hazards — Defensive driving

7. Question 7: A. Much longer

   Ice gives your tires very little grip, so stopping takes much longer than on dry pavement.

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

8. Question 8: B. Yield and do not cut into the line

   In general, yield to a funeral procession and do not cut into it, even if your light is green.

   Handbook: Chapter: Right of way — Special situations

9. Question 9: B. Within 10 days

   When you move, "you must notify Service Oklahoma within 10 days", online, in person or by mail.

   Handbook: Chapter 2: Your Driver License Restrictions and Renewals — Changing Your Name and Address

10. Question 10: C. Traffic will soon come toward you on this road

    The two-way traffic sign warns that oncoming traffic will soon use the same road as you.

    Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signs — Warning signs

11. Question 11: B. 20 seconds

    Once the lights flash, "you may only have 20 seconds to escape" before the train reaches the crossing.

    Handbook: Chapter 10: Sharing the Road — Sharing the Road with Trains

12. Question 12: A. Stay stopped and let it go by

    A green light does not let you go when an emergency vehicle with a siren is coming. Stay where you are and let it pass.

    Handbook: Chapter: Right of way — Emergency vehicles

13. Question 13: 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

14. Question 14: B. Proof of insurance

    In most states you must carry proof of insurance or financial responsibility and show it when asked.

    Handbook: Chapter: Alcohol, drugs and penalties — Licensing rules

15. Question 15: B. You cannot see as far or as clearly

    At night you cannot see as far or as clearly, so it is harder to spot hazards in time.

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

16. Question 16: 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

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: D. You may not turn, even after you stop

    This sign means no turn on red. You must stop and wait for a green light before you turn.

    Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signs — Regulatory signs

19. Question 19: A. Your license is automatically revoked

    Refusal "will result in an automatic revocation of your driving privilege", even if you have not been drinking.

    Handbook: Chapter 12: Alcohol, Drugs and Driving—Oklahoma Is Tough on DUIs — Oklahoma Implied Consent Laws

20. Question 20: C. A regulatory sign

    Regulatory signs, such as speed limit and stop signs, state rules you must obey by law.

    Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signs — Regulatory signs