Practice test 2 of 10 — Oregon permit test

The correct answer to each question above, why it is right, and where it comes from. Try the test first.

1. Question 1: 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

2. Question 2: D. Read the label and ask if it affects driving

   Many medicines can make you drowsy. Read the label and ask your doctor or pharmacist if it affects driving.

   Handbook: Chapter: Alcohol, drugs and penalties — Drugs and medicine

3. Question 3: B. Bikes may use the full lane, so expect them in it

   This shared-lane marking means bikes may use the full lane, so expect cyclists in it and pass only when safe.

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

4. Question 4: C. 1,000 feet

   Outside city limits, Oregon bans a U-turn where your car cannot be seen by traffic from either direction "within 1,000 feet."

   Handbook: Turns & Intersections — U-Turns

5. Question 5: D. Slow to the school limit and watch for children

   In an active school zone, slow to the posted school zone limit and watch closely for children.

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

6. Question 6: A. Someone 21 or older, licensed at least 3 years

   Hours count only if supervised "by someone at least 21 years of age" who has held valid driving privileges for at least 3 years.

   Handbook: Other Important Information — How to Apply

7. Question 7: 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

8. Question 8: B. Enough that you would not hit them if they fall

   Above 35 mph, Oregon says to leave "enough distance to prevent contact" with the rider "if they were to fall."

   Handbook: Sharing the Road — Bicycles

9. Question 9: B. A cyclist may swerve to avoid a hazard

   Many states require at least 3 feet because a cyclist may swerve around potholes, glass or car doors.

   Handbook: Chapter: Sharing the road — Bicycles

10. Question 10: 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

11. Question 11: 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

12. Question 12: C. Near a curve or hill where others cannot see you

    Do not make a U-turn near a curve or hill, where drivers cannot see you in time to stop.

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

13. Question 13: 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

14. Question 14: A. As far off the road as you can

    Pull as far off the road as you can, onto the shoulder, so you are out of the traffic lanes.

    Handbook: Chapter: Parking and stopping — Stopping on highways

15. Question 15: C. The lane just right of the center line

    When turning left onto a two-way street, finish in the lane just to the right of the center line.

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

16. Question 16: A. Turn on your hazard or parking lights

    At night, turn on your hazard or parking lights so other drivers can see your car.

    Handbook: Chapter: Parking and stopping — Stopping on highways

17. Question 17: 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

18. Question 18: 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

19. Question 19: 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

20. Question 20: A. No closer than 20 feet

    Oregon bans parking "Within 20 feet of a marked or unmarked crosswalk at an intersection."

    Handbook: Parking & Stopping — No Parking

21. Question 21: C. 50 hours

    Teens need 100 supervised hours, or "50 hours of supervised driving experience" plus an approved traffic safety course.

    Handbook: Other Important Information — How to Apply

22. Question 22: C. Stay calm and let it go

    Do not respond to an angry driver. Stay calm, avoid eye contact, and give them room.

    Handbook: Chapter: Safe driving and hazards — Road rage

23. Question 23: B. Every few seconds

    Check your mirrors every few seconds so you always know what is behind and beside you.

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

24. Question 24: A. A yield sign is coming up

    This sign warns of a yield sign ahead, so slow down and be ready to give way.

    Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signs — Warning signs

25. Question 25: D. Keep going, since you are not on its side

    With an unpaved median or barrier, you must stop "only if you are on the same side" of the road as the bus, so keep going.

    Handbook: School, Places of Worship or Worker and Public Transit Buses — School Buses

26. Question 26: C. 18

    Oregon law "prohibits anyone under 18 years of age" from riding on an external part of a vehicle, including a pickup bed.

    Handbook: Dangerous Driving Behaviors — External Passengers

27. Question 27: C. Turn left across it once oncoming traffic clears

    You may turn left across a painted median after oncoming traffic clears, but "You may not use a painted median as a turn lane."

    Handbook: Pavement Markings — Yellow Markings

28. Question 28: A. Like any other speed limit sign

    Oregon variable speed limit signs change with conditions, and police may enforce them "like any other speed limit sign."

    Handbook: Speed Regulations — Variable Speed Signs

29. Question 29: A. By the mile marker nearest the exit

    In most states, exit numbers match the nearest mile marker, so you can tell how far apart two exits are.

    Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signs — Guide and service signs

30. Question 30: C. Pass to the right of the island ahead

    A keep right sign means you must pass to the right of the island, divider or object ahead.

    Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signs — Regulatory signs

31. Question 31: C. Low beams

    Use low beams in fog. High beams reflect off the fog and make it harder to see.

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

32. Question 32: 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

33. Question 33: A. It can often stop in a shorter distance

    A motorcycle can often stop in a shorter distance than a car, so leave more space behind it.

    Handbook: Chapter: Speed and following distance — Following distance

34. Question 34: 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

35. Question 35: C. The truck driver cannot see you

    If you cannot see the truck's mirrors, the driver cannot see you. Drop back so you can.

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