Practice test 1 of 10 — West Virginia permit test

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1. Question 1: 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

2. Question 2: A. Get out and walk away at an angle toward the train

   Get out at once and walk away from the tracks at an angle toward the train, so debris thrown forward in the crash will not hit you.

   Handbook: Chapter: Emergencies and vehicle equipment — Railroad emergencies

3. Question 3: B. No, but yielding to it is a courtesy

   The handbook says that "although not required by law, it is a courtesy to yield" to a funeral procession.

   Handbook: Chapter VI: Traffic Laws and Rules of the Road — Right-of-Way

4. Question 4: D. Turning left

   This sign bans left turns. You may go straight or turn right if those moves are allowed.

   Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signs — Regulatory signs

5. Question 5: 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

6. Question 6: C. 15 mph

   The limit in a "School Zone (while children are present along the roadway)" is 15mph (15 mph).

   Handbook: Chapter VI: Traffic Laws and Rules of the Road — Speed Limits

7. Question 7: D. To avoid hazards like potholes or gravel

   Potholes, gravel and wet patches are more dangerous on a motorcycle, so riders may move to avoid them.

   Handbook: Chapter: Sharing the road — Motorcycles

8. Question 8: A. Cars may enter from a road on the right

   This side road sign warns that a road joins from the right, so cars may enter your road.

   Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signs — Warning signs

9. Question 9: D. Control bleeding

   The handbook lists the first aid steps in order, starting with "Control bleeding," then restoring breathing, shock and broken bones.

   Handbook: Chapter IX: Emergency Situations — First Aid

10. Question 10: B. Within 18 inches

    Park so the wheels are parallel to "and within 18 inches of the right curb" (18 inches).

    Handbook: Chapter VI: Traffic Laws and Rules of the Road — Parallel Parking (§17C-13-4, W. Va. State Code)

11. Question 11: B. Leave at the next exit, then pull over

    Do not stop inside a roundabout. Leave at your exit or the next one, then pull over to let the vehicle pass.

    Handbook: Chapter: Right of way — Emergency vehicles

12. Question 12: 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

13. Question 13: B. Warn you about the road ahead

    Yellow is the color of general warning signs. They tell you about curves, crossings and other hazards ahead.

    Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signs — Sign shapes and colors

14. Question 14: 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

15. Question 15: 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

16. Question 16: C. Go on to the next exit

    Never back up or turn around on a highway. Drive on to the next exit.

    Handbook: Chapter: Turning, passing and lane use — Highway driving

17. Question 17: D. Get ready to leave the lane safely

    A steady yellow X means the lane will soon close. Get ready to leave the lane safely.

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

18. Question 18: 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

19. Question 19: C. Give a rule you must obey

    Upright white rectangles are regulatory signs, such as speed limits. They give a rule you must obey.

    Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signs — Sign shapes and colors

20. Question 20: 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

21. Question 21: 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

22. Question 22: B. When it is within 500 feet

    At night, "dim your headlights within 500 feet of an approaching vehicle" (500 feet).

    Handbook: Chapter VI: Traffic Laws and Rules of the Road — Headlights and Their Use

23. Question 23: D. A $100 fine and no points

    The handbook lists "First offense = $100 fine and zero (0) points" for this violation.

    Handbook: Chapter II: Driver Responsibilities — The Use of Communication Devices While Operating a Motor Vehicle

24. Question 24: B. Insurance costs go up

    Insurance costs usually go up a lot after a conviction for driving under the influence.

    Handbook: Chapter: Alcohol, drugs and penalties — Penalties

25. Question 25: A. The car on your right

    When two cars arrive at the same time, the car on the right goes first, no matter which way it is turning.

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