Pennsylvania PennDOT permit practice test 14
25 questions written from the Pennsylvania Driver's Manual (PUB 95), covering safe and defensive driving, licensing laws and penalties, sharing the road. Pick an answer to see straight away whether you're right and why. The real Pennsylvania PennDOT test has 18 questions and you need 15 right.
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Question 1Under Pennsylvania law, children from age 4 to under 8 must ride in:
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A: A federally approved booster seat. Children ages 4 to under 8 must use a federally approved booster seat with lap and shoulder belts. Pennsylvania Driver's Manual (PUB 95): Child Passenger Protection Act 229 Requires, page 94.
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Question 2Within how many days must you appeal a PennDOT suspension notice to the Court of Common Pleas?
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C: 30 days. An appeal must be filed within 30 days of the mailing date of the Department's notice. Pennsylvania Driver's Manual (PUB 95): Suspensions and Revocations, page 84.
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Question 3When passing a horse-drawn vehicle, you should:
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C: Not drive too fast or honk, and leave enough space before pulling back in. Don't drive too fast or blow your horn, which may spook the horse, and leave enough space before returning to the lane. Pennsylvania Driver's Manual (PUB 95): Horse-Drawn Vehicles and Horseback Riders, page 63.
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Question 4Children under what age must be in a federally approved child safety seat (not just a booster) in Pennsylvania?
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B: 4. Children under 4 must be buckled into a federally approved child safety seat, in front or back. Pennsylvania Driver's Manual (PUB 95): Child Passenger Protection Act 229 Requires, page 94.
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Question 5If your vehicle was uninsured for 31 days or longer, how long will your registration be suspended?
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C: Three months. PennDOT will suspend the registration for three months, and your license for three months if you drove or let others drive it. Pennsylvania Driver's Manual (PUB 95): Driving Without Insurance, page 84.
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Question 6Why leave extra room when stopped behind a horse-drawn vehicle?
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A: They often roll backward after stopping. After stopping, horse-drawn vehicles often roll backward; following too close also limits the driver's view of you. Pennsylvania Driver's Manual (PUB 95): Horse-Drawn Vehicles and Horseback Riders, page 63.
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Question 7With a window down two inches in low-80s weather, how fast can a parked car reach deadly temperatures?
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B: 10 minutes. Even with a window rolled down two inches, a car can reach deadly temperatures in only 10 minutes. Pennsylvania Driver's Manual (PUB 95): Safety Tips for Children and Pets, page 94.
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Question 8What is the penalty for fleeing or attempting to elude police in Pennsylvania?
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D: A one-year suspension, a $500 fine plus costs, and possible imprisonment. Fleeing or eluding police brings a one-year suspension, a $500 fine plus court costs, and possibly prison. Pennsylvania Driver's Manual (PUB 95): Fleeing or Eluding Police, page 85.
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Question 9Should you pass a snow plow?
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A: No, you should not attempt to pass a plow on either side. Plows may have wing plows sticking out several feet; you should not attempt to pass a plow on the left or right. Pennsylvania Driver's Manual (PUB 95): Snow Plows, page 64.
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Question 10Why can a bulky winter coat make a child's car seat less safe?
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A: It compresses in a crash, leaving slack in the harness. Thick coats compress in a crash and can create significant slack in the harness. Pennsylvania Driver's Manual (PUB 95): Safety Tips for Children and Pets, page 94.
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Question 11Under the Driver's License Compact, a DUI committed in another member state is:
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A: Treated as though it happened in Pennsylvania. Offenses committed in a member state are treated as though they occurred in Pennsylvania, and the sanction is imposed. Pennsylvania Driver's Manual (PUB 95): Driver's License Compact (DLC), page 88.
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Question 12What is the minimum clearance when passing a bicycle in Pennsylvania?
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B: 4 feet. You must allow at least four feet between your vehicle and a bicycle when passing. Pennsylvania Driver's Manual (PUB 95): Safe Passing Is the Law, page 96.
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Question 13According to the manual, children of what age should ride in the rear seat?
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C: 12 and under. It is recommended that all children ages 12 and under ride in the rear seat. Pennsylvania Driver's Manual (PUB 95): Air Bag Safety Information, page 95.
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Question 14If you don't respond to an out-of-state traffic citation, what happens?
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C: Your Pennsylvania driving privilege is suspended indefinitely until you respond. Not responding results in indefinite suspension of your Pennsylvania driving privilege until you respond. Pennsylvania Driver's Manual (PUB 95): Driver's License Compact (DLC), page 89.
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Question 15To keep four feet of clearance when passing a bicyclist, may you cross a double yellow center line?
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C: Yes, if necessary and if you can do it safely. If necessary and safe, you are permitted to cross the center double yellow line to keep four feet of clearance. Pennsylvania Driver's Manual (PUB 95): Safe Passing Is the Law, page 96.
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Question 16How far from the steering wheel should you sit in case the air bag deploys?
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C: At least 10 inches. You should be at least 10 inches away from the steering wheel. Pennsylvania Driver's Manual (PUB 95): Air Bag Safety Information, page 95.
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Question 17How soon must you notify PennDOT after a change of name or address?
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B: Within 15 days. You must notify PennDOT within 15 days of a name or address change, even if moving out of state. Pennsylvania Driver's Manual (PUB 95): Required Notification for Change in Name or Address, page 93.
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Question 18Can a bicyclist riding below the minimum speed be cited for impeding traffic in Pennsylvania?
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C: No. Bicyclists may travel below the posted minimum speed and may not be cited for impeding traffic. Pennsylvania Driver's Manual (PUB 95): Safe Passing Is the Law, page 96.
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Question 19What is the fine for violating Pennsylvania's anti-texting law?
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B: $50. Texting while driving is a primary, summary offense with a $50 fine. Pennsylvania Driver's Manual (PUB 95): Anti-Texting Law, page 97.
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Question 20What is the fine for unlawfully parking in a disability parking space in Pennsylvania?
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B: $50 to $200. The violation is a summary offense with a fine between $50 and $200, and the vehicle may be towed. Pennsylvania Driver's Manual (PUB 95): Parking Areas for Persons with Disabilities, page 96.
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Question 21What is the 'Dutch Reach'?
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A: Opening your car door with the hand farther from the door. Open the door with your far hand, which turns your body so you can see approaching bicyclists. Pennsylvania Driver's Manual (PUB 95): The Danger of Open Doors to Bicyclists, page 97.
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Question 22What is the maximum fine for littering from a vehicle in Pennsylvania?
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C: $300. Littering from a vehicle may result in a fine of up to $300, including litter by others in your vehicle. Pennsylvania Driver's Manual (PUB 95): Anti-Littering Law, page 96.
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Question 23Which is a symptom of carbon monoxide poisoning?
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D: Drowsiness, headache, dizziness or nausea. Symptoms include fatigue, dizziness, headache, nausea, confusion and more; carbon monoxide is odorless. Pennsylvania Driver's Manual (PUB 95): Carbon Monoxide Poisoning, page 99.
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Question 24How often must a Pennsylvania vehicle pass a safety inspection?
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D: Every 12 months. Your vehicle must have a safety inspection every 12 months; it may be inspected up to 90 days early. Pennsylvania Driver's Manual (PUB 95): Vehicle Safety and Emissions Inspection, page 96.
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Question 25If police notice faulty equipment on your vehicle, how long may you have to fix it to avoid a citation?
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A: 5 days. You may be required to fix it within five days to avoid a citation. Pennsylvania Driver's Manual (PUB 95): Vehicle Safety and Emissions Inspection, page 96.
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