Idaho ITD DMV permit practice test 10
25 questions written from the Idaho Driver's Handbook, covering road signs, sharing the road, hazards, weather and night driving, licensing laws and penalties, safe and defensive driving. Pick an answer to see straight away whether you're right and why. The real Idaho ITD DMV test has 40 questions and you need 34 right.
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Question 1A barricade has a V-shaped stripe pattern. What does it mean?
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A: The road is closed; traffic can proceed no further. The V-shaped pattern means the road is closed and traffic can go no further. Idaho Driver's Handbook: Barricades, page 54.
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Question 2May you share a lane with a motorcycle in Idaho?
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D: No; motorcycles are entitled to the full lane width. A motorcycle has a right to the whole lane, so never pull alongside one in the same lane. Idaho Driver's Handbook: Motorcycles, page 103.
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Question 3If you get stranded in heavy snow, what should you do?
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C: Stay with your vehicle. If heavy snow is falling, stay in your car; most deaths happen when people leave their vehicles, get lost and freeze. Idaho Driver's Handbook: Getting Stranded During Winter Weather, page 115.
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Question 4Which drivers may choose an eight-year Idaho license renewal?
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D: Drivers between 21 and 62. Drivers between 21 and 62 may choose the eight-year renewal. Idaho Driver's Handbook: Renewals, page 30.
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Question 5According to the Idaho handbook, driver error causes what share of highway crashes?
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A: More than 90%. The handbook says over 90% of highway crashes come down to driver error. Idaho Driver's Handbook: The Driving Task, page 86.
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Question 6Barricade stripes angle down to the right. Which side should you pass on?
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A: Right. When the stripes slope down toward the right, go around the barricade on its right side. Idaho Driver's Handbook: Barricades, page 54.
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Question 7How long does a loaded truck with good brakes need to stop from 55 mph on a dry road?
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D: 450 feet. It takes a loaded truck 450 feet to stop from 55 mph on a dry road. Idaho Driver's Handbook: Large Vehicles, page 105.
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Question 8If you run your engine for heat while stranded, what must you check?
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A: That the exhaust pipe is clear of snow. Make sure the exhaust pipe is clear of snow if you run the car for heat. Idaho Driver's Handbook: Getting Stranded During Winter Weather, page 114.
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Question 9If your Idaho license has been expired for 25 months or more, you must:
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D: Take all applicable knowledge and skills tests. If expired 25 months or more, you must take all applicable knowledge and skills tests. Idaho Driver's Handbook: Renewals, page 30.
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Question 10How far ahead should good drivers look, according to the Idaho handbook?
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A: About 10 to 15 seconds (about a block in the city). Keep your eyes about 10 to 15 seconds ahead of your car (roughly one city block) so you can avoid last-second moves. Idaho Driver's Handbook: Defensive Driving, page 89.
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Question 11When a large truck swings left to make a right turn, what should you not do?
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D: Try to squeeze by on the right side. Don't squeeze by on the right when a large vehicle is turning right; it's a frequent cause of crashes. Idaho Driver's Handbook: Large Vehicles, page 106.
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Question 12What is highway hypnosis?
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D: Drowsiness brought on by monotony and the drone of wind and tires. Highway hypnosis is drowsiness from monotony; keep shifting your eyes to different areas. Idaho Driver's Handbook: Fatigue & Highway Hypnosis, page 93.
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Question 13If you are temporarily out of state when your license expires, how long an extension can you get?
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B: Up to 12 months for $10. A driver who is temporarily out of state can get a 12-month extension for $10, and one more (final) 12-month extension after that. Idaho Driver's Handbook: Extensions, page 31.
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Question 14How often should you check the traffic behind you?
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D: Several times a minute. Check traffic behind you frequently, several times a minute. Idaho Driver's Handbook: Defensive Driving, page 90.
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Question 15Which vehicles must stop at all railroad crossings, so you should be ready to stop behind them?
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B: Vehicles carrying hazardous materials. Placarded hazardous-materials vehicles must stop at every railroad crossing, so be ready to stop behind them. Idaho Driver's Handbook: Large Vehicles, page 106.
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Question 16What should you do if you feel drowsy while driving?
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C: Get off the road and take a nap. Stop and nap at the first rest area; stay-awake drugs and energy drinks can make your driving more dangerous. Idaho Driver's Handbook: Fatigue & Highway Hypnosis, page 93.
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Question 17Who issues Idaho driver's licenses and permits?
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B: County sheriff's driver's license offices. In Idaho, the county sheriff's driver's license offices are where licenses, ID cards and instruction permits are issued. Idaho Driver's Handbook: Where to Get an Idaho Credential, page 14.
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Question 18Where are your vehicle's blind spots?
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C: Near the left and right rear corners, not visible in your mirrors. Blind spots are near the left and right rear corners and are not visible in your mirrors; turn your head to check. Idaho Driver's Handbook: Defensive Driving, page 90.
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Question 19You meet an oncoming pilot vehicle escorting a large load. What should you do?
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A: Reduce speed and move as far right as possible. Slow down and move as far right as you can when an oncoming pilot vehicle signals a large load. Idaho Driver's Handbook: Large Vehicles, page 106.
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Question 20What is Idaho's Real ID-compliant credential called?
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D: Star Card. The Star Card is Idaho's Real ID, a license or ID with a star showing federal compliance. Idaho Driver's Handbook: What is a Star Card, page 13.
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Question 21Where should your hands be on the steering wheel for defensive driving?
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C: About 9 and 3 o'clock. Drive with both hands on opposite sides of the wheel at approximately nine and three o'clock. Idaho Driver's Handbook: Defensive Driving, page 89.
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Question 22What are 'escape' or 'runaway' ramps for?
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B: Stopping vehicles whose brakes have failed. Runaway truck ramps exist only to stop vehicles that have lost their brakes; never park in or near them. Idaho Driver's Handbook: Large Vehicles, page 106.
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Question 23What minimum vision is required for an Idaho driver's license?
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B: 20/40 in at least one eye, with or without corrective lenses. Idaho's vision minimum is 20/40 in at least one eye. Glasses or contacts may be used, but then a lens restriction goes on the license. Idaho Driver's Handbook: Medical/Visual Screening, page 32.
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Question 24Is texting while driving legal in Idaho?
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A: No; reading, writing or sending text messages while driving is an infraction. Reading, writing or sending text messages while driving is illegal and an infraction; hands-free devices without using either hand are exempt. Idaho Driver's Handbook: Cell Phones, page 92.
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Question 25If you strike livestock on open range in Idaho, who is liable for damage to your vehicle?
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A: The animal's owner is not liable; you may even be liable for the animal if negligent. The owner of animals on open range or under controlled movement is not liable for your damages; you may be liable if negligent. Idaho Driver's Handbook: Open Range, page 108.
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