Practice test 2 of 10 — Wyoming 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: C. About four times as much

   Crash energy grows with the square of speed, so at double the speed a crash carries about four times as much energy.

   Handbook: Chapter: Speed and following distance — Stopping distance

3. Question 3: 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

4. Question 4: A. As a yield sign

   The Wyoming manual says "Crossbuck signs are yield signs": slow down, look and listen, and stop if a train is coming.

   Handbook: Traffic signs, signals and road markings — Railroad crossings

5. Question 5: 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

6. Question 6: A. Pull over to a safe place first

   Pull over to a safe place before using your phone, since calls take your mind off driving.

   Handbook: Chapter: Safe driving and hazards — Distracted driving

7. Question 7: C. Pull to the right and stay in the car

   Pull to the right when it is safe, stop, and stay in the car with your hands where the officer can see them.

   Handbook: Chapter: Parking and stopping — Traffic stops

8. Question 8: D. To turn left into an alley or driveway

   Wyoming solid yellow lines mean no passing or lane changing "unless making a left turn into or from an alley," private road or driveway.

   Handbook: Traffic signs, signals and road markings — Pavement markings

9. Question 9: C. No, it is not legal

   Wyoming bans parking "On the roadway side of any stopped or parked vehicle," so double parking is not legal.

   Handbook: Rules of the road — Parking

10. Question 10: A. 0.08 percent

    In nearly every state the limit for drivers 21 and over is 0.08 percent; a state may set it lower.

    Handbook: Chapter: Alcohol, drugs and penalties — Legal limits

11. Question 11: B. A median will split the two directions

    This sign warns that a divided highway begins, so a median will split the two directions of traffic.

    Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signs — Warning signs

12. Question 12: 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

13. Question 13: 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

14. Question 14: D. Until an SR-22 form is filed

    The Wyoming Compulsory Insurance Suspension lasts "Until an SR-22 insurance form has been filed with the department."

    Handbook: Losing the privilege to drive — Other types of suspension

15. Question 15: B. You may turn left; oncoming cars must stop

    A green arrow gives you a protected turn in that direction. Oncoming traffic should be stopped, but still watch for people in the crosswalk.

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

16. Question 16: A. A railroad crossing ahead

    The round yellow sign is used to give advance warning of a railroad crossing.

    Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signs — Sign shapes and colors

17. Question 17: C. The person crossing

    A green light does not let you turn through a crosswalk in use. The person crossing has the right-of-way, so wait for them.

    Handbook: Chapter: Right of way — Pedestrians

18. Question 18: A. Reaction distance plus braking distance

    Total stopping distance is the distance covered while you see and react plus the distance covered while braking.

    Handbook: Chapter: Speed and following distance — Stopping distance

19. Question 19: A. When its whole front shows in your mirror

    Wait until you can see the whole front of the truck in your mirror before moving in front of it.

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

20. Question 20: D. A railroad crossing is ahead

    The round yellow sign with an X warns of a railroad crossing ahead. Slow down, look and listen for trains.

    Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signs — Warning signs

21. Question 21: B. 6 months

    For a first DWUI with a BAC of .15% or greater, Wyoming requires an ignition interlock restricted license "for a period of 6 months."

    Handbook: Losing the privilege to drive — Ignition interlock devices

22. Question 22: C. Brake firmly and stay in your lane

    Brake firmly and stay in your lane. Swerving can send you into other traffic or off the road.

    Handbook: Chapter: Safe driving and hazards — Animals

23. Question 23: D. Leave more space than usual

    Towing adds weight, so it takes longer to stop. Leave more space than usual.

    Handbook: Chapter: Speed and following distance — Following distance

24. Question 24: C. In the back seat

    Children under 13 are safest in the back seat, away from the front airbags.

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

25. Question 25: B. Move to the lane farthest from it

    On a Wyoming road with two or more lanes your way, the Move Over law says to "merge into the lane farthest from the vehicle."

    Handbook: Sharing the road safely — Move Over Law