Practice test 1 of 10 — Pennsylvania permit test

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1. Question 1: D. At least 10 inches

   Sit at least 10 inches from the steering wheel so a deploying airbag does not hurt you.

   Handbook: Chapter: Safe driving and hazards — Seat belts and airbags

2. Question 2: A. The light is about to turn red

   A steady yellow light warns that the light is about to turn red. Stop if you can do so safely.

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

3. Question 3: B. No stopping or parking

   In many states a red curb means no stopping or parking. Check your state for its curb colors.

   Handbook: Chapter: Parking and stopping — Curb markings

4. Question 4: C. White line on your right, yellow on your left

   The manual says a white line on your right and a yellow line on your left mean you are headed in the right direction.

   Handbook: Chapter 3: Learning to Drive — Negotiating Highways and Interchanges

5. Question 5: 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

6. Question 6: B. It throws snow and may stop suddenly

   Snowplows throw snow, move slowly and may stop or turn suddenly, so stay well back.

   Handbook: Chapter: Sharing the road — Emergency and work vehicles

7. Question 7: A. Exit the circle, then pull over

   If you are in the roundabout, exit right away and then pull to the side; the manual says never stop in the roundabout.

   Handbook: Chapter 3: Learning to Drive — Negotiating Intersections

8. Question 8: A. Turn right with care, yielding to people crossing

   A green arrow lets you turn right even while the red light is on, but you must still yield to people crossing and cars already in the intersection.

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

9. Question 9: 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

10. Question 10: 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

11. Question 11: B. $500

    The manual states: "First offense is $500, second offense is $1,000," and $2,000 for a third or later.

    Handbook: Chapter 4: Driving Record Information — Chemical Test Refusal Restoration Fee

12. Question 12: D. Work zones and road work

    Orange signs mark work zones. Expect lower speeds, lane changes and workers on the road.

    Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signs — Sign shapes and colors

13. Question 13: A. 60-day suspension, 5 points and a fine

    Failing to stop for a school bus in Pennsylvania brings a 60-day license suspension, 5 points on your record and a fine.

    Handbook: Chapter 3: Learning to Drive — School Buses

14. Question 14: 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

15. Question 15: B. 12 inches

    Pennsylvania drivers must park as close to the curb as they can, but no more than 12 inches away from it.

    Handbook: Chapter 3: Learning to Drive — Parking

16. Question 16: C. High beams, until another car comes near

    High beams let you see farther on a dark, empty road; switch back to low beams when another car comes near.

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

17. Question 17: B. Another road crosses yours

    The cross symbol warns of a crossroad ahead. Watch for traffic coming from both sides.

    Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signs — Warning signs

18. Question 18: B. Turn right at the intersection

    This sign means every vehicle in the right lane must turn right at the intersection.

    Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signs — Regulatory signs