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Colorado DMV permit practice test 10

25 questions written from the Colorado Driver Handbook (DR 2337), covering safe and defensive driving, signals and pavement markings, road signs, right of way, sharing the road and more. Pick an answer to see straight away whether you're right and why.

25 questions
  1. Question 1When backing up, where should your left hand be on the steering wheel?

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    A: At 12 o'clock. Grasp the wheel at 12 o'clock with your left hand, put your right arm on the passenger seat back and look over your shoulder through the rear window. Colorado Driver Handbook (DR 2337): Backing up, page 10.

  2. Question 2What do shared lane markings ('sharrows') tell road users?

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    A: The lane may be too narrow to share side by side, and bicyclists may ride in the center. Sharrows let road users know the lane may be too narrow for drivers and bicyclists side-by-side; bicyclists may ride in the center of the lane. Colorado Driver Handbook (DR 2337): Pavement Markings: Sharrows, page 12.

  3. Question 3A reflective orange triangle on the back of a vehicle means it is designed to travel slower than:

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    A: 25 mph. The slow moving vehicle marker means the vehicle is designed to travel at speeds slower than 25 mph. Colorado Driver Handbook (DR 2337): Traffic Signs: Slow moving vehicle marker, page 12.

  4. Question 4Two large trucks enter a roundabout at the same time. Who yields?

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    A: The driver on the right yields to the driver on the left. When two large vehicles meet in a roundabout, the one on the right gives way to the one on the left. Colorado Driver Handbook (DR 2337): Lane Controls: Roundabout lane, page 13.

  5. Question 5Why do trucks and buses often move to the left lane before turning right?

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    A: Because of their size, they need extra room for wide turns. Big trucks and buses often swing left before turning right. Never squeeze between one and the curb. Colorado Driver Handbook (DR 2337): Large trucks and buses: Wide turns, page 23.

  6. Question 6A large animal suddenly runs in front of you. What may be the safest choice?

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    A: Keep control and hit the animal rather than swerving drastically. Drastic evasive action may cause a more serious crash; the safest alternative may be hitting the animal while keeping control. Colorado Driver Handbook (DR 2337): Emergencies: Animals, page 29.

  7. Question 7Under Good Samaritan principles, when should you move a crash victim?

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    A: Only if the victim's life is in danger. A reasonable rescuer moves an injured person only when staying put would threaten their life. Colorado Driver Handbook (DR 2337): First aid, page 30.

  8. Question 8Which form must accompany a Colorado minor's permit or license application?

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    A: Affidavit of Liability (DR 2460). Applicants under 18 must include the Affidavit of Liability (DR 2460), signed by a parent or another adult who accepts legal responsibility. Colorado Driver Handbook (DR 2337): Affidavit of Liability and Guardianship, page 5.

  9. Question 9Which chemical tests can a Colorado officer require under Express Consent?

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    A: Blood, breath, saliva or urine. Officers can require a chemical test of your blood, breath, saliva or urine. Colorado Driver Handbook (DR 2337): Express Consent Law (C.R.S. 42-4-1301.1), page 8.

  10. Question 10How far ahead of your vehicle should you look while driving?

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    A: At least 10 seconds (about one block in the city, half a mile on the open road). Look down the road at least 10 seconds ahead (city—one block, open road—half a mile). Colorado Driver Handbook (DR 2337): Look ahead, page 21.

  11. Question 11What are 'Conflict Zones' marked by broken lines in a bike or bus lane?

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    A: Areas where drivers and bicyclists will cross each other's path. Conflict Zones are broken lines in a bike or bus lane alerting drivers and bicyclists that they will cross paths. Colorado Driver Handbook (DR 2337): Pavement Markings: Conflict Zones, page 12.

  12. Question 12What are the crosshatched sections next to disabled parking spaces for?

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    A: Van access only; parking there is never allowed. The striped (crosshatched) area beside an accessible space is kept clear for van ramps and lifts. You may never park there. Colorado Driver Handbook (DR 2337): Traffic Signs: Disabled parking signs, page 12.

  13. Question 13When backing up, whom must you yield to?

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    A: All vehicles close enough to be a hazard. When backing, yield to any vehicle near enough to be a danger. Colorado Driver Handbook (DR 2337): Right-of-Way: Reversing, page 14.

  14. Question 14What is one sign of a runaway truck?

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    A: Smoke coming from its brakes. One sign of a runaway truck or bus is smoke coming from the brakes; get out of the way and don't get in front of it. Colorado Driver Handbook (DR 2337): Large trucks and buses: Runaway truck ramps, page 23.

  15. Question 15When should you begin to accelerate in a curve?

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    A: After reaching the middle of the curve. Always slow down before entering a curve and begin accelerating only after reaching the middle of the curve. Colorado Driver Handbook (DR 2337): Hills and Curves, page 19.

  16. Question 16Before giving first aid to a conscious victim, you should:

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    A: Ask for permission. Ask a conscious victim for permission before giving care. Colorado Driver Handbook (DR 2337): First aid, page 30.

  17. Question 17What happens if the person who signed a minor's Affidavit of Liability withdraws their signature?

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    A: The minor's permit or license is canceled. If the signer no longer accepts responsibility and withdraws their signature, the permit or license will be canceled. Colorado Driver Handbook (DR 2337): Affidavit of Liability and Guardianship, page 5.

  18. Question 18What does an ignition interlock device do?

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    A: Requires a breath sample before the engine starts and periodically while driving. It requires a breath sample before the engine will start and periodic samples while driving; the vehicle won't start if alcohol is detected. Colorado Driver Handbook (DR 2337): Express Consent Law (C.R.S. 42-4-1301.1), page 8.

  19. Question 19How often should you check traffic behind you in your rear-view mirror?

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    A: Every 5 to 8 seconds. Check traffic behind you in the rear-view mirror every 5 to 8 seconds, more often in heavy traffic. Colorado Driver Handbook (DR 2337): Look behind, page 21.

  20. Question 20How are restricted lanes such as HOV or transit lanes usually marked?

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    A: With a white diamond painted in the lane and/or signs. Restricted lanes are marked by signs or pavement markings, including a white diamond painted in the lane. Colorado Driver Handbook (DR 2337): Lane Controls: Restricted lanes, page 13.

  21. Question 21What fine range can apply for parking illegally in a disabled space without a placard or plate in Colorado?

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    A: $350-$5,000. Parking illegally in a designated disabled spot can be a misdemeanor with a $350-$5,000 fine, possible jail, loss of driving privileges and impoundment. Colorado Driver Handbook (DR 2337): Traffic Signs: Disabled parking signs, page 12.

  22. Question 22Why should you stay behind white stop bars at intersections?

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    A: Many are measured to give trucks room to turn. Stay behind white-painted stop bars because many are measured to give trucks the room they need for turns. Colorado Driver Handbook (DR 2337): Large trucks and buses, page 23.

  23. Question 23You can't see over the top of a hill. What should you do?

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    A: Slow down until you crest the hill and can see the road. When a hillcrest blocks your view, slow down until you are over the top and can see the road again. Colorado Driver Handbook (DR 2337): Hills and Curves, page 19.

  24. Question 24What do Good Samaritan laws do for a rescuer who acts reasonably?

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    A: Generally protect them from being sued for the victim's injury. Good Samaritan immunity generally protects a reasonable rescuer from being sued and held financially responsible. Colorado Driver Handbook (DR 2337): First aid, page 30.

  25. Question 25Which of these can cause you to lose your Colorado driving privilege?

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    A: Failing to provide valid proof of insurance when an officer asks. Ways to lose your privilege include failing to provide valid evidence of insurance when requested, refusing a test, DUI, and more. Colorado Driver Handbook (DR 2337): How You Can Lose Your License, page 6.

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