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Nebraska DMV permit practice test 7

25 questions written from the Nebraska Driver's Manual (Class O), covering road signs, sharing the road, licensing laws and penalties, safe and defensive driving, hazards, weather and night driving and more. Pick an answer to see straight away whether you're right and why. The real Nebraska DMV test has 25 questions and you need 20 right.

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  1. Question 1What does a reverse turn sign mean?

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    B: The road turns sharply one way, then the other, just ahead. Just ahead, the road turns sharply right then left (or left then right). Nebraska Driver's Manual (Class O): 3B-4 Warning Signs, page 40.

  2. Question 2A vehicle in the next lane has stopped for a pedestrian. What should you do?

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    B: Do not pass it; the stopped vehicle may hide the pedestrian. Don't pass a vehicle that has stopped for a pedestrian; it may block your view of the person. Nebraska Driver's Manual (Class O): 6C Pedestrians, page 69.

  3. Question 3Who must accompany a Nebraska LPD holder?

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    A: A licensed driver at least 21 in the seat beside the driver. An LPD holder must be accompanied by a licensed driver at least 21 occupying the seat beside the driver. Nebraska Driver's Manual (Class O): 1C-4 Learner's Permit – Type LPD, page 4.

  4. Question 4When should you check tire pressure?

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    B: When tires are cold, before driving or at least three hours after. Check tires cold, before driving or at least three hours after, and compare with the door-jamb sticker, not the sidewall. Nebraska Driver's Manual (Class O): 2N Tire Pressure/Tread Depth, page 30.

  5. Question 5What lights should you use in rain or fog in Nebraska?

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    C: Low beam headlights. Use low beam headlights in rain and fog. Nebraska Driver's Manual (Class O): 5C Adverse Weather Conditions, page 62.

  6. Question 6A lane is marked with a curved arrow and the word ONLY. What must you do?

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    B: You must turn in the direction of the arrow. With a curved arrow and ONLY, you must turn in the arrow's direction. A curved plus straight arrow allows either. Nebraska Driver's Manual (Class O): 3C-3 White Lane Line Markings, page 45.

  7. Question 7What does a 'T' intersection sign mean?

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    A: The roadway ends ahead; signal before turning right or left. The road ends ahead; you must signal before turning right or left. Nebraska Driver's Manual (Class O): 3B-4 Warning Signs, page 41.

  8. Question 8How far behind snow removal equipment working on the road should you stay in Nebraska (except to pass)?

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    C: 100 feet. Keep a following distance of 100 feet from snow removal or maintenance vehicles working on roadways, except to pass. Nebraska Driver's Manual (Class O): 6D Snow and Ice Removal Operations, page 70.

  9. Question 9How long is a Nebraska Learner's Permit (LPD) valid?

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    A: One year. An LPD expires one year after it is issued. Nebraska Driver's Manual (Class O): 1C-4 Learner's Permit – Type LPD, page 4.

  10. Question 10Which PSI number should you use to inflate your tires?

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    B: The number on the sticker inside the driver's door or in the owner's manual. Compare with the PSI on the driver's door sticker or in the owner's manual. Do not use the number on the tire sidewall. Nebraska Driver's Manual (Class O): 2N Tire Pressure/Tread Depth, page 30.

  11. Question 11Should you use cruise control on snow and ice?

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    B: No. Do not use cruise control on snow and ice; make speed and direction changes gradually. Nebraska Driver's Manual (Class O): 5C Adverse Weather Conditions, page 62.

  12. Question 12In urban areas, a stop line is usually about how far before a crosswalk?

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    B: 4 feet. In urban areas the stop line is usually about four feet before the crosswalk. Stop at the line, not at the sign or signal. Nebraska Driver's Manual (Class O): 3C-4 Other Pavement Markings, page 46.

  13. Question 13What does a NO TRAIN HORN plaque under a railroad crossing sign mean?

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    D: A quiet zone; trains do not blow the horn here. It marks a quiet zone where trains do not blow the horn, so look and listen carefully. Nebraska Driver's Manual (Class O): 3B-4 Warning Signs, page 41.

  14. Question 14A school bus ahead turns on its amber warning lights. What should you do in Nebraska?

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    D: Slow to 25 mph and prepare to stop. When meeting or overtaking a bus with amber warning lights, slow to 25 mph and prepare to stop. Nebraska Driver's Manual (Class O): 6E School Buses, page 70.

  15. Question 15What is the minimum age for a Nebraska Provisional Operator's Permit (POP)?

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    B: 16. The POP minimum age is 16. You may apply 60 days early, but it's issued on or after the 16th birthday. Nebraska Driver's Manual (Class O): 1C-5 Provisional Operator's Permit (POP), page 4.

  16. Question 16What are the three main types of driver distraction?

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    B: Visual, manual and cognitive. Visual (eyes off the road), manual (hands off the wheel) and cognitive (mind off driving). Texting involves all three. Nebraska Driver's Manual (Class O): 5E Distracted / Aggressive Driving, page 63.

  17. Question 17How should you brake on ice in a vehicle with anti-lock brakes (ABS)?

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    D: Press the brake pedal firmly; do not pump. With ABS, press firmly and do not pump. Without ABS, pump to keep the wheels from locking. Nebraska Driver's Manual (Class O): 5C Adverse Weather Conditions, page 63.

  18. Question 18How far before turning must you signal in Nebraska?

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    D: At least 100 feet. Signal at least 100 feet before turning or moving right or left. Nebraska Driver's Manual (Class O): 4E Signaling, Reversible Lanes, Lane Changing and Turning, page 54.

  19. Question 19At what speed or below must vehicles display the slow-moving vehicle emblem in Nebraska?

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    B: 25 mph. Vehicles that travel 25 mph or less, such as farm equipment, must display the emblem on public roads. Nebraska Driver's Manual (Class O): 3B-5 Special Signs, page 42.

  20. Question 20When does a Nebraska school bus's red stop lights and stop arm activate?

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    B: When the bus driver opens the bus door. The amber lights stay on until the door opens; then the red stop lights and STOP arm activate. Nebraska Driver's Manual (Class O): 6E School Buses, page 70.

  21. Question 21Before applying for a POP, how long must a teen have held an LPE, SCP or LPD?

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    D: Six months. You must have held an LPE, SCP or LPD for at least six months without three or more points in the six months before applying. Nebraska Driver's Manual (Class O): 1C-5 Provisional Operator's Permit (POP), page 4.

  22. Question 22By how much does text messaging increase crash risk, according to studies cited in the Nebraska manual?

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    C: 23 times. Texting increases crash risk by 23 times; dialing a phone, up to 6 times. Nebraska Driver's Manual (Class O): 5E Distracted / Aggressive Driving, page 64.

  23. Question 23When are studded tires lawful in Nebraska?

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    B: From November 1 to April 1. Studded tires are only lawful from November 1 to April 1. Nebraska Driver's Manual (Class O): 5C Adverse Weather Conditions, page 63.

  24. Question 24What marks a reversible lane in Nebraska?

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    D: Double-dashed broken yellow lines. Reversible lanes are marked by double-dashed broken yellow lines; signs or signals show the current direction. Nebraska Driver's Manual (Class O): 4E Signaling, Reversible Lanes, Lane Changing and Turning, page 54.

  25. Question 25What are reference post markers on Nebraska highways?

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    C: Signs at one-mile increments that serve as reference points when you need help or have an emergency. Reference post markers are placed at one-mile increments to serve as reference points for drivers needing assistance or in emergencies. Nebraska Driver's Manual (Class O): 3B-5 Special Signs, page 42.

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