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25 questions written from the Pennsylvania Driver's Manual (PUB 95), covering alcohol and drugs, following and passing, turns and intersections, emergencies, right of way and more. 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.

25 questions
  1. Question 1Which counts as one drink in the Pennsylvania manual?

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    A: 1.5 oz. of 80 proof liquor, 12 oz. of regular beer, or 5 oz. of wine. One drink is 1.5 oz. of 80 proof liquor, 12 oz. of regular beer or 5 oz. of wine. Pennsylvania Driver's Manual (PUB 95): Alcohol and Driving, page 38.

  2. Question 2Why should you leave extra room when stopped behind another vehicle on an uphill?

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    B: The vehicle ahead may roll back when traffic moves. When stopped uphill, the vehicle ahead may roll back into you when traffic begins to move. Pennsylvania Driver's Manual (PUB 95): Keep a Space Cushion Ahead (4-Second Rule), page 40.

  3. Question 3Turning left onto a highway with more than one lane in your direction, which lane should you turn into?

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    A: The left lane (closest to you). Turn into the closest lane going in that direction: the left lane for a left turn; change lanes after completing the turn. Pennsylvania Driver's Manual (PUB 95): Left and Right Turns, page 49.

  4. Question 4How should you brake hard in an emergency if your vehicle has ABS?

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    B: Keep firm, continuous pressure on the brake. With ABS, maintain firm and continuous pressure; don't pump, and don't be alarmed by noises or pulsing. Pennsylvania Driver's Manual (PUB 95): If You Have to Brake Suddenly, page 65.

  5. Question 5Two vehicles enter an uncontrolled intersection from different roads at about the same time. Who yields?

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    D: The driver on the left. Drivers coming from the left must yield to vehicles coming from the right. Pennsylvania Driver's Manual (PUB 95): Negotiating Intersections, page 52.

  6. Question 6Within how many feet of a fire hydrant may you not park in Pennsylvania?

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    B: 15 feet. Never stop, stand or park within 15 feet of a fire hydrant. Pennsylvania Driver's Manual (PUB 95): Parking, page 57.

  7. Question 7Of the required practice hours for drivers under 18, how many must be in bad weather?

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    B: At least 5. The 65 hours must include no less than 10 hours of nighttime driving and 5 hours of bad weather driving. Pennsylvania Driver's Manual (PUB 95): Applying for a Learner's Permit, page 6.

  8. Question 8Why is a turn during a steady green arrow called 'protected'?

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    B: Oncoming traffic is stopped by a red light. During a green arrow, oncoming traffic is stopped by a red light, so your turn is protected. Pennsylvania Driver's Manual (PUB 95): Red, Yellow and Green Traffic Lights and Arrows, page 11.

  9. Question 9An interstate with a one- or two-digit even number generally runs:

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    A: East-west. One- or two-digit even-numbered interstates are generally east-west routes. Pennsylvania Driver's Manual (PUB 95): Interstate Numbering System, page 24.

  10. Question 10When driving near a blind pedestrian carrying a white cane or walking with a guide dog, you must:

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    A: Slow down, always yield the right-of-way and proceed with caution. Slow down, always yield the right-of-way to blind pedestrians and be prepared to stop. Pennsylvania Driver's Manual (PUB 95): Pedestrian Signals: Blind Pedestrians, page 13.

  11. Question 11You are driving at the posted limit on a wet, slippery road. Can you be ticketed?

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    D: Yes, for driving too fast for conditions. Even within the posted limit, you can be ticketed for driving too fast for conditions. Pennsylvania Driver's Manual (PUB 95): Posted Speed Limits, page 43.

  12. Question 12When you see a YIELD sign, you must:

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    B: Slow down, check traffic, give the right-of-way, and stop only when necessary. At a YIELD sign, slow down, give the right-of-way to pedestrians and cross traffic, and stop only when necessary. Pennsylvania Driver's Manual (PUB 95): Regulatory Signs, page 14.

  13. Question 13Where should heavy items like backpacks or tools be carried?

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    B: In the trunk or secured with seat belts. Loose items become projectiles in a crash; put heavy objects in the trunk or secure them, and never store items on the rear window deck. Pennsylvania Driver's Manual (PUB 95): Vehicle Checks: Preparing to Drive, page 35.

  14. Question 14Pennsylvania law requires headlights when you cannot see pedestrians or vehicles how far ahead?

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    C: 1,000 feet. Headlights are required when you cannot see pedestrians or vehicles 1,000 feet ahead. Pennsylvania Driver's Manual (PUB 95): Driving at Night, page 44.

  15. Question 15How long does it take a person of average weight to process the alcohol in one drink?

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    D: At least one hour. It takes a person of average weight at least one hour to process the alcohol in every drink. Pennsylvania Driver's Manual (PUB 95): Alcohol and Driving, page 38.

  16. Question 16Why should you leave extra space behind school buses, taxis and trucks carrying hazardous materials?

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    B: They must stop at railroad crossings and make other unexpected stops. These vehicles must stop at railroad crossings and make other unexpected stops. Pennsylvania Driver's Manual (PUB 95): Keep a Space Cushion Ahead (4-Second Rule), page 40.

  17. Question 17When should you signal before entering a center left-turn lane?

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    D: At least 3 to 4 seconds before. Put on your left turn signal at least three to four seconds before entering the center turn lane. Pennsylvania Driver's Manual (PUB 95): Turning From or Into a Center Turn Lane, page 49.

  18. Question 18How should you brake hard in an emergency without ABS?

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    A: Press and release the brakes repeatedly. Without ABS, press and release the brakes repeatedly; slamming them can lock the wheels and cause a skid. Pennsylvania Driver's Manual (PUB 95): If You Have to Brake Suddenly, page 65.

  19. Question 19A vehicle entering a public road from an alley, private road or driveway must:

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    A: Wait until the main road is clear. A vehicle entering from an alley, private road or driveway must wait until the main road is clear. Pennsylvania Driver's Manual (PUB 95): Negotiating Intersections, page 52.

  20. Question 20Within how many feet of a crosswalk at an intersection may you not park in Pennsylvania?

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    C: 20 feet. You may not park within 20 feet of a crosswalk at an intersection. Pennsylvania Driver's Manual (PUB 95): Parking, page 57.

  21. Question 21Of the 65 required practice hours, how many must be at night?

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    B: At least 10. At least 10 of the 65 hours must be nighttime driving. Pennsylvania Driver's Manual (PUB 95): Applying for a Learner's Permit, page 6.

  22. Question 22A green arrow changes to a circular green light while you wait to turn left. What should you do?

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    D: You may still turn, but first yield to pedestrians and oncoming traffic. If the green arrow becomes a green light, you may still turn, but you must yield to pedestrians and oncoming traffic. Pennsylvania Driver's Manual (PUB 95): Red, Yellow and Green Traffic Lights and Arrows, page 11.

  23. Question 23A three-digit interstate whose first digit is odd, such as I-180, is usually:

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    A: A spur connecting with another interstate at only one end. If the first digit is odd, the route is usually a spur connecting at one end; an even first digit usually means a loop or beltway. Pennsylvania Driver's Manual (PUB 95): Interstate Numbering System, page 24.

  24. Question 24A bicyclist is on your right and an oncoming car is approaching. How should you handle it?

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    A: Slow down, let the oncoming vehicle pass, then move left to pass the cyclist. Handle one traffic condition at a time: slow, let the oncoming car pass, then move left to pass the cyclist with enough space. Pennsylvania Driver's Manual (PUB 95): Traffic Flow, page 47.

  25. Question 25You are boxed in by a pack of vehicles on the highway. What does the manual suggest?

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    C: Reduce your speed by just 2 or 3 mph so traffic clears out around you. Reducing your speed by just two or three mph encourages traffic to clear out so you are no longer closed in. Pennsylvania Driver's Manual (PUB 95): Traffic Flow, page 47.

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