Practice test 2 of 10 — Oklahoma permit test

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1. Question 1: 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

2. Question 2: D. In the first few minutes of rain

   In the first few minutes of rain, water mixes with oil on the road and makes it very slippery until more rain washes it away.

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

3. Question 3: D. Yield to the oncoming car

   A driver turning left must yield to oncoming traffic that is close enough to be a hazard.

   Handbook: Chapter: Right of way — Uncontrolled intersections

4. Question 4: D. They stay at that level 6 more months

   You "will remain at your current GDL level" until 6 months from the date of conviction have passed.

   Handbook: Chapter 1: How to Apply for Your Oklahoma Driver License — New Graduated Driver License (GDL)

5. Question 5: B. 35 mph

   The state speed limit chart lists "Highways within state parks or wildlife refuges" at 35 mph unless otherwise posted.

   Handbook: Chapter 7: The Basic Speed Rule — Speed Limits

6. Question 6: A. Pull up beside the car in front of the space

   Signal, then pull up alongside the car in front of the space before you start to back in.

   Handbook: Chapter: Parking and stopping — Parallel parking

7. Question 7: A. Brake early and gently

   Brake early and gently to give the tailgater time to notice and slow down.

   Handbook: Chapter: Speed and following distance — Following distance

8. Question 8: B. Going too fast to stop within your lights' reach

   You overdrive your headlights when you drive too fast to stop within the distance your lights show.

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

9. Question 9: A. One, unless all live in the driver's home

   The "T" restriction allows "one passenger or only people who live in the driver's home", unless a licensed adult rides in front.

   Handbook: Chapter 2: Your Driver License Restrictions and Renewals — Restrictions and Endorsements Placed on Your License

10. Question 10: A. Stop and let the person cross

    Pedestrians in a crosswalk have the right-of-way. Stop and let them finish crossing.

    Handbook: Chapter: Right of way — Pedestrians

11. Question 11: B. When it is within 1,000 feet

    The manual says to dim high beams to low beams "within 1000 feet of an oncoming vehicle", which is 1,000 feet.

    Handbook: Chapter 11: Driving Tips — Using High and Low Headlight Beams Properly

12. Question 12: B. A safe gap in traffic from both ways

    When turning left onto a road where traffic does not stop, you cross both lanes, so you need a safe gap from both ways.

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

13. Question 13: D. Near a hill, curve, or intersection

    Do not pass near a hill, curve, intersection or rail crossing, where you cannot see oncoming traffic.

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

14. Question 14: C. Cyclists and people walking

    Cyclists and people walking may be on your right as you turn, so check for them before turning right.

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

15. Question 15: D. Judgment

    Alcohol affects judgment first, so a driver may feel fine while making poor choices.

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

16. Question 16: D. Passing

    Keep right except to pass. The left lane is mainly for passing.

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

17. Question 17: D. Wait until there is room past the tracks

    Never stop on railroad tracks. Wait before the tracks until there is room for your whole car on the far side.

    Handbook: Chapter: Parking and stopping — Stopping at railroad tracks

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: D. A Work Zone Safe completion certificate

    Applicants for the intermediate license "must present Work Zone Safe completion certificate".

    Handbook: Chapter 1: How to Apply for Your Oklahoma Driver License — Types of Licenses

20. Question 20: 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