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Delaware DMV permit practice test 6

25 questions written from the Delaware Driver Manual, covering licensing laws and penalties, alcohol and drugs, signals and pavement markings, road signs, speed limits 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.

25 questions
  1. Question 1How many hours of driving must the sponsor certify during the first six months of a Delaware Level One permit?

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    A: 50 hours, including 10 at night. The sponsor certifies 50 hours of driving, 10 of which at night, after the first six months. Delaware Driver Manual: GDL: Level One Learner's Permit Restrictions, page 29.

  2. Question 2With how many drinks in your bloodstream does the Delaware manual say you are impaired and could be arrested?

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    D: Two or more. Even one drink can affect your driving; with two or more drinks in your bloodstream you are impaired and could be arrested. Delaware Driver Manual: If You Drink, When Can You Drive, page 51.

  3. Question 3How do Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacons flash?

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    D: Rapidly in a 'stutter' pattern. They flash more rapidly in a stutter pattern; when flashing, slow down, look for pedestrians and bicyclists, and yield. Delaware Driver Manual: Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacon, page 73.

  4. Question 4How are Delaware state routes marked?

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    A: Black letters on a white circular background. State routes are marked with black letters on a white circular background. Delaware Driver Manual: Guide Signs, page 78.

  5. Question 5On packed snow, how much should you reduce your speed?

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    D: Cut it in half. On packed snow you should cut your speed in half. Delaware Driver Manual: Adjusting To Road Conditions: Slippery roads, page 123.

  6. Question 6Why can roads be very slippery when it first starts raining on a hot day?

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    A: Heat brings oil in the asphalt to the surface until it washes off. If it starts to rain on a hot day, pavement can be very slippery for the first few minutes because oil in the asphalt rises until washed off. Delaware Driver Manual: Adjusting To Road Conditions: Slippery roads, page 124.

  7. Question 7Is it legal to cross a median opening marked for emergency vehicles only?

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    C: No. If a crossing is marked for emergency vehicles only, it is illegal for you to cross there. Delaware Driver Manual: General Rules: Median Crossings, page 88.

  8. Question 8How much clearance does Delaware law require when passing a bicyclist?

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    A: At least three feet, and change lanes when the lane is too narrow to share. Motorists must give bicyclists at least three feet and change lanes (even across a double yellow line) if the lane is too narrow to share. Delaware Driver Manual: Bicycle Friendly Delaware Act, page 96.

  9. Question 9What is 'highway hypnosis'?

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    A: Being unaware of surroundings from monotony on long drives. Highway hypnosis is a state of being unaware of surroundings, caused by monotony—the wind, tires and steady engine hum. Delaware Driver Manual: Drowsy Driving, page 53.

  10. Question 10Your headlights suddenly go out. What should you try?

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    B: Try the switch a few times; if that fails, use flashers, turn signals or fog lights and pull off. Try the headlight switch; if that fails, use emergency flashers, turn signals or fog lights, and pull off as soon as possible. Delaware Driver Manual: Headlight Failure, page 137.

  11. Question 11When parking uphill with a curb, which way should you turn your front wheels?

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    D: Away from the curb, with the near front wheel touching the curb. Uphill with a curb, turn the front wheels away from the curb and bring the near-side front wheel into contact with the curb. Delaware Driver Manual: Parking on Hill, page 92.

  12. Question 12At which stop signs must Delaware bicyclists still come to a full stop?

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    A: At intersections with major roads of 3 or more travel lanes, or when a car is stopped at the sign. Bicyclists must stop at stop signs at intersections with major roads (3 travel lanes or more), if a motor vehicle is stopped there, or if required by heavy traffic. Delaware Driver Manual: Stop Signs (Bicycles), page 99.

  13. Question 13After six months with a Level One permit, during which hours may the permit holder drive unsupervised?

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    B: 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.. After the first six months, the permit holder may drive unsupervised between 6 a.m. and 10 p.m. Delaware Driver Manual: GDL: Level One Learner's Permit Restrictions, page 30.

  14. Question 14Is it legal to drink an alcoholic beverage while driving in Delaware if your BAC stays low?

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    B: No, consuming alcohol while driving is prohibited. It is unlawful to consume alcoholic beverages while driving a motor vehicle on Delaware highways. Delaware Driver Manual: Drinking While Driving Is Prohibited, page 54.

  15. Question 15What color are beacons that supplement warning signs and speed limit signs?

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    A: Yellow. Beacons supplementing warning and speed limit signs are yellow; those supplementing Stop and Do Not Enter signs are red. Delaware Driver Manual: Beacons Supplementing Signs, page 78.

  16. Question 16What color are recreation signs such as STATE PARK?

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    D: White letters on brown. Recreation signs usually have white letters on a brown background; motorist service signs are white on blue. Delaware Driver Manual: Information Signs, page 78.

  17. Question 17Stopping from 60 mph takes how much distance compared with 30 mph?

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    C: Over three times the distance. Stopping at 60 mph does not take twice the distance it takes at 30 mph, but over three times. Delaware Driver Manual: Adjusting Speed, page 123.

  18. Question 18You are driving past a crash at the side of the road. What should you do?

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    A: Keep your eyes on the road and get past it as soon as you safely can. Don't slow down just to look (rubbernecking); taking your eyes off the road can lead to a crash with slowed traffic ahead and adds to congestion. Delaware Driver Manual: Seeing Well, page 116.

  19. Question 19Before turning right, what should you check?

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    A: That no traffic approaches from the left, no oncoming car is turning left into your path, and no pedestrians are crossing. Before turning right, make sure no traffic is approaching from your left, no oncoming traffic is turning left into your path, and check for pedestrians. Delaware Driver Manual: Scanning: Intersections, page 117.

  20. Question 20May you cross a double yellow line to pass a bicyclist in Delaware?

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    C: Yes, when the lane is too narrow to share safely. The Bicycle Friendly Delaware Act requires changing lanes, including across a double yellow line, when passing a bicycle in a lane too narrow for sharing. Delaware Driver Manual: Bicycle Friendly Delaware Act, page 96.

  21. Question 21Which is a sign of drowsy driving?

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    B: You don't remember driving the last few miles. Signs include eyes closing, trouble keeping your head up, yawning, not remembering the last few miles, missing exits, drifting from your lane, and variable speed. Delaware Driver Manual: Drowsy Driving, page 53.

  22. Question 22Why should you not use water on a vehicle fire?

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    C: Burning gas floats on water and spreads the fire. Use a chemical extinguisher or dirt/sand; don't use water—burning gas will float on it and spread the fire. Delaware Driver Manual: Fire, page 138.

  23. Question 23When parking uphill with no curb, which way should you turn your wheels?

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    D: Toward the edge of the highway (to the right). Uphill without a curb, turn your front wheels toward the edge of the highway. Delaware Driver Manual: Parking on Hill, page 92.

  24. Question 24Which Delaware cyclists must wear a helmet?

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    C: All persons under 18. All persons under the age of 18 must wear a properly fitted and fastened bicycle helmet. Delaware Driver Manual: Your Responsibility As An Adult Cyclist, page 99.

  25. Question 25After six months, when may a Delaware Level One permit holder drive unsupervised between 10 p.m. and 6 a.m.?

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    C: Only going directly to and from church, work, or school activities on school property. Between 10 p.m. and 6 a.m. the holder must be supervised, except going directly to and from church activities, work, and school activities on school property. Delaware Driver Manual: GDL: Level One Learner's Permit Restrictions, page 30.

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