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Tennessee TDOSHS permit practice test 13

25 questions written from the Tennessee Comprehensive Driver License Manual, covering hazards, weather and night driving, alcohol and drugs, licensing laws and penalties. Pick an answer to see straight away whether you're right and why. The real Tennessee TDOSHS test has 30 questions and you need 24 right.

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  1. Question 1Why should you avoid flashing your headlights at a deer in the road?

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    B: Deer tend to fixate on headlights and may freeze in the road. Deer tend to fixate on headlights, so flashing them may cause the animal to freeze in the road. Tennessee Comprehensive Driver License Manual: Section C-2: Collisions with Animals, page 111.

  2. Question 2How is a fourth or subsequent DUI conviction classified in Tennessee?

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    A: A Class E felony. A fourth or subsequent DUI conviction is a Class E felony. Tennessee Comprehensive Driver License Manual: Section B-7: DUI Penalties, page 96.

  3. Question 3Which of these may be in the vehicle during your Tennessee road test?

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    D: Only you and the examiner (or other authorized personnel). Only you and the examiner or other authorized personnel may be in the vehicle, and no animals are allowed. Tennessee Comprehensive Driver License Manual: Section A-4 The Examinations: The Driving Test, page 37.

  4. Question 4When will a Tennessee driver's vehicle be seized for DUI?

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    A: With two DUI convictions within five years, both after January 1997. The vehicle will be seized if the driver has two DUI convictions within five years and both happened after January 1997. Tennessee Comprehensive Driver License Manual: Section B-7: Additional DUI Penalties, page 96.

  5. Question 5What is the darkest window tint allowed on a passenger car's side windows in Tennessee?

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    A: Material transmitting less than 35% of light is not allowed. No tint may be on the windshield, and no material transmitting less than 35% of visible light may be on any window of a passenger car. Tennessee Comprehensive Driver License Manual: Section A-4 The Examinations: Pre-Trip Vehicle Inspection, page 37.

  6. Question 6What does an ignition interlock device do?

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    D: Keeps the car from starting if the driver's BAC is too high. An ignition interlock keeps a car from starting if the driver's BAC is too high. Tennessee Comprehensive Driver License Manual: Section B-7: Additional DUI Penalties, page 96.

  7. Question 7An adult Tennessee driver who accumulates how many points within 12 months receives a notice of proposed suspension?

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    C: 12 or more. Adults (18+) with 12 or more points within 12 months get a notice of proposed suspension; 6 to 11 points brings an advisory letter. Tennessee Comprehensive Driver License Manual: Section B-8 Driving Responsibilities: Driver Improvement Program, page 100.

  8. Question 8Are the penalties for DUI on prescription drugs different from DUI on alcohol in Tennessee?

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    A: No, they carry the same penalties. Driving under the influence of drugs, even prescription drugs, carries the same penalties as alcohol. Tennessee Comprehensive Driver License Manual: Section B-7: Additional DUI Penalties, page 96.

  9. Question 9A Tennessee driver under 18 receives a notice of proposed suspension at how many points within 12 months?

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    B: 6 or more. Juvenile drivers with 6 or more points within 12 months receive a notice of proposed suspension; 1-5 points brings an advisory letter. Tennessee Comprehensive Driver License Manual: Section B-8 Driving Responsibilities: Driver Improvement Program, page 100.

  10. Question 10A 19-year-old is convicted of possessing alcohol, though not driving. What happens to their driving privilege?

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    D: They lose it for one year (two years for a second offense). Ages 18-20 convicted of buying, trying to buy or possessing alcohol lose the privilege to drive for one year (two years on a second offense), even if not driving. Tennessee Comprehensive Driver License Manual: Section B-7: Under 21 Laws, page 97.

  11. Question 11How often can a Tennessee driver use the Defensive Driving Course option to avoid or reduce a suspension?

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    B: Once in any five-year period. The Defensive Driving Course option is only available once in any five-year period. Tennessee Comprehensive Driver License Manual: Section B-8 Driving Responsibilities: Driver Improvement Program, page 100.

  12. Question 12A 15-year-old is found to have possessed alcohol. What happens to their driving privilege?

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    A: Suspended for one year or until age 17, whichever is longer. Ages 13-17 found possessing, consuming or selling alcohol or drugs lose driving privileges for one year or until 17, whichever is longer—even if never licensed. Tennessee Comprehensive Driver License Manual: Section B-7: Under 21 Laws, page 97.

  13. Question 13Within how many days must a suspended or revoked Tennessee license be turned in to the Department of Safety?

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    B: 20 days. A suspended or revoked license must be turned in within 20 days; failure to surrender it brings a $75 fine. Tennessee Comprehensive Driver License Manual: Section B-8 Driving Responsibilities: Losing Your Privilege to Drive, page 99.

  14. Question 14What BAC makes a Tennessee driver age 16-20 guilty of underage driving while impaired?

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    D: .02. A driver at least 16 but under 21 found driving with a BAC of .02 (or under the influence) is convicted of underage driving while impaired. Tennessee Comprehensive Driver License Manual: Section B-7: Under 21 Laws, page 97.

  15. Question 15Which of these can cause a Tennessee license to be revoked or suspended?

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    C: Two reckless driving violations within 12 months. Two reckless driving violations within 12 months, drag racing, DUI and many other listed offenses can lead to revocation or suspension. Tennessee Comprehensive Driver License Manual: Section B-8 Driving Responsibilities: Losing Your Privilege to Drive, page 99.

  16. Question 16What are the penalties for underage driving while impaired in Tennessee?

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    A: Loss of license for one year, a $250 fine, and sometimes public service. Penalties are losing your license for one year, a $250 fine, and sometimes public service work. Tennessee Comprehensive Driver License Manual: Section B-7: Under 21 Laws, page 97.

  17. Question 17Can driving away from a gas station without paying for fuel cost you your Tennessee license?

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    D: Yes, it is a listed reason for suspension or revocation. Driving away from a gas station without paying for dispensed fuel is one of the listed reasons a license may be revoked or suspended. Tennessee Comprehensive Driver License Manual: Section B-8 Driving Responsibilities: Losing Your Privilege to Drive, page 99.

  18. Question 18Why are young drivers more at risk at BACs between .01 and .08?

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    A: Low tolerance for alcohol and limited driving experience. Young drivers' crash risk is much greater at low BACs because of low tolerance for alcohol and limited driving experience. Tennessee Comprehensive Driver License Manual: Section B-7: Young Driver Risks and Laws, page 97.

  19. Question 19For a Tennessee driver under 18, what counts as dropping out of school for license purposes?

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    A: 10 consecutive or 15 total days of unexcused absences in a semester. Dropping out is defined as 10 consecutive or 15 total days of unexcused absences in a semester. Tennessee Comprehensive Driver License Manual: Section B-8 Driving Responsibilities: Losing Your Privilege to Drive, page 99.

  20. Question 20What is the designated driver concept?

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    C: Friends agree ahead of time which person will remain strictly sober and drive. The designated driver concept means friends decide in advance who will stay completely sober and drive. Tennessee Comprehensive Driver License Manual: Section B-7: Under 21 Laws, page 97.

  21. Question 21How many points does Tennessee assign for passing a stopped school bus loading or unloading passengers?

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    D: 8 points. Passing a stopped school, church or youth bus taking on or discharging passengers is 8 points. Tennessee Comprehensive Driver License Manual: Section B-8: Points for Moving Traffic Violations and Crashes, page 101.

  22. Question 22When is the best time to decide not to drive after a night out?

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    D: Before you start drinking. Decide before you start drinking that you won't drive, because alcohol affects judgment and makes the decision harder. Tennessee Comprehensive Driver License Manual: Section B-7: Prevention of Drinking and Driving, page 97.

  23. Question 23How many points does Tennessee assign for reckless driving?

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    C: 6 points. Reckless driving is 6 points; reckless endangerment by vehicle is 8 points. Tennessee Comprehensive Driver License Manual: Section B-8: Points for Moving Traffic Violations and Crashes, page 101.

  24. Question 24A 12-ounce bottle of beer contains about the same alcohol as:

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    C: A 1-ounce shot of whiskey. The alcohol in one 12-ounce beer is about equal to that in a 1-ounce shot of whiskey. Tennessee Comprehensive Driver License Manual: Section B-7: Did You Know?, page 97.

  25. Question 25How many points does a driver under 18 get for operating a vehicle while using a cell phone in Tennessee?

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    C: 6. Operating a vehicle while using a cell phone (under 18) is 6 points. Tennessee Comprehensive Driver License Manual: Section B-8: Points for Moving Traffic Violations and Crashes, page 101.

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