Delaware DMV permit practice test 3
25 questions written from the Delaware Driver Manual, covering following and passing, lanes, highways and freeways, safe and defensive driving, emergencies, parking and more. Pick an answer to see straight away whether you're right and why. The real Delaware DMV test has 32 questions and you need 26 right.
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Question 1Following a motorcycle under 40 mph, what following distance does the Delaware manual recommend?
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A: Two seconds. Follow motorcycles at a two-second count under 40 mph and a four-second count above 40 mph; more on wet roads. Delaware Driver Manual: Sharing The Road With Motorcycles, page 100.
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Question 2When entering a highway from a ramp, what should you do?
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C: Use the ramp to reach traffic speed; don't stop at the end of the ramp. Use the ramp to reach the speed of other vehicles; don't drive to the end and stop. If you must wait, slow on the ramp so you have room to speed up. Delaware Driver Manual: Adjusting To Traffic: Entering into traffic, page 124.
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Question 3How can you tell if your tire tread is too worn using a penny?
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A: Insert Lincoln's head first; if the tread doesn't reach Abe's head, replace the tire. Stick the penny head-first into the tread; if the tread doesn't come at least to Abe's head, the tire is unsafe. Delaware Driver Manual: Check The Vehicle: Tires, page 106.
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Question 4After running off the pavement, at what speed should you try to return?
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D: 15 mph or less. Don't try to get back on the pavement until the vehicle is under control, speed is 15 mph or less, and you've checked traffic behind. Delaware Driver Manual: Running Off The Pavement, page 136.
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Question 5Within how many feet of a crosswalk at an intersection is parking prohibited in Delaware?
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A: 20 feet. No stopping or parking in an intersection, on a crosswalk, or within 20 feet of a crosswalk at an intersection. Delaware Driver Manual: Stopping And Parking Violations, page 92.
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Question 6How long is the license suspension for a first conviction of passing a stopped school bus in Delaware?
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C: One month. The DMV suspends the license one month for a first offense, six months for a second, and one year for a third within three years. Delaware Driver Manual: Penalties and Suspension of License for Passing a Stopped School Bus, page 90.
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Question 7Can a step-parent act as a GDL sponsor in Delaware?
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C: Only if the applicant is adopted or the step-parent is appointed guardian. Step-parents cannot act as a sponsor unless the GDL applicant is adopted or the step-parent is appointed guardian. Delaware Driver Manual: GDL: Level One Learner's Permit, page 28.
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Question 8What is the fine for a first offense of underage possession or consumption of alcohol in Delaware?
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D: $100. Anyone under 21 who possesses or consumes alcohol is fined $100 for the first offense and $200-$500 for subsequent offenses. Delaware Driver Manual: Underage Consumption Or Possession, page 54.
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Question 9What does a steady red arrow require?
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A: A full stop; you may not proceed in that direction. A full stop is required and you may not proceed in the direction of a steady red arrow. Delaware Driver Manual: Steady Red Arrow, page 71.
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Question 10What does a round black-on-yellow sign warn of?
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C: A highway-rail intersection ahead. The round sign is an advance warning that you are approaching a highway-rail intersection. Delaware Driver Manual: Warning Signs, page 75.
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Question 11What is the speed limit on Delaware divided roads and roads with four or more lanes?
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C: 55 mph. Divided roads and roads with four or more lanes: 55 mph; controlled access highways also 55 mph. Delaware Driver Manual: Speed Limits, page 93.
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Question 12How far ahead do your headlights let you see at night, and what speed lets you stop within that distance?
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D: About 350 feet; about 50 mph. Your headlights let you see about 350 feet ahead; drive at a speed that lets you stop within that distance (about 50 mph). Delaware Driver Manual: Darkness, page 126.
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Question 13In a Delaware roundabout, which approach lane should you use to make a U-turn?
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A: The left approach lane. Use the right lane to turn right, the left lane for a left or U-turn, and any lane to go straight. Delaware Driver Manual: How to Use a Roundabout, page 86.
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Question 14Is it legal to enter an intersection if you can't get all the way through without stopping?
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C: No, wait until traffic ahead clears. Drivers may not enter an intersection unless they can get through it without stopping; wait until traffic ahead clears so you don't block it. Delaware Driver Manual: Right-Of-Way (Traffic Control Laws), page 89.
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Question 15How much following distance should you allow behind a truck?
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B: At least four seconds. Allow at least four seconds between your vehicle and a truck to stay out of its rear No-Zone. Delaware Driver Manual: Near A Truck – No-Zone, page 103.
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Question 16When leaving a highway with an exit ramp, when should you slow down?
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D: After moving onto the exit ramp. Keep up with traffic on the main road; don't slow down until you move onto the exit ramp. Delaware Driver Manual: Adjusting To Traffic: Leaving traffic, page 124.
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Question 17What minimum tread depth must tires have for Delaware vehicle inspection?
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A: 2/32 inch. Tread depth must be at least 2/32 inch measured in two adjacent treads. Delaware Driver Manual: Step 2 – Vehicle Inspection, page 64.
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Question 18What should you never do with the ignition while the car is moving?
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C: Turn it to the 'lock' position. Never turn the ignition to 'lock' while moving; the steering will lock if you turn the wheel. Delaware Driver Manual: Steering Wheel Locking Device, page 136.
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Question 19Within how many feet of a stop sign, flashing beacon or traffic signal is parking prohibited in Delaware?
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B: 30 feet. No parking within 30 feet of any flashing beacon, stop sign or traffic signal. Delaware Driver Manual: Stopping And Parking Violations, page 93.
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Question 20If no driver is identified for a school bus violation, who is presumed to have committed it?
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C: The registered owner of the vehicle. If the driver isn't apparent, it is assumed the person in whose name the vehicle is registered committed the violation. Delaware Driver Manual: Identification of Violators, page 90.
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Question 21What is the fee for a Delaware Class D license for a GDL applicant, and how long is it valid?
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C: $50 for an 8-year license. The applicant must pay a $50.00 Class D license fee for an 8-year license and pass an eye screen. Delaware Driver Manual: GDL: Level One Learner's Permit, page 29.
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Question 22At what BAC is a commercial vehicle driver in Delaware disqualified for one year?
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A: .04 or more. A CMV driver who refuses testing or has a BAC of .04 or more is disqualified from driving a commercial vehicle for one year. Delaware Driver Manual: Drinking And Blood Alcohol Concentration, page 50.
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Question 23What should you do at a flashing yellow arrow?
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A: Turn in that direction after yielding to opposing traffic and pedestrians. The movement in the indicated direction is permitted after yielding to opposing traffic and pedestrians. Delaware Driver Manual: Flashing Yellow Arrow, page 71.
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Question 24What color and shape are most warning signs?
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B: Yellow with black lettering, mostly diamond-shaped. Warning signs are usually yellow with black lettering or symbols and most are diamond shaped. Delaware Driver Manual: Warning Signs, page 75.
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Question 25What is the speed limit on Delaware Route 1 and Interstate 495?
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A: 65 mph. Route 1 and Interstate 495: 65 mph. Delaware Driver Manual: Speed Limits, page 93.
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