Tennessee TDOSHS permit practice test 9
25 questions written from the Tennessee Comprehensive Driver License Manual, covering road signs, signals and pavement markings, sharing the road, lanes, highways and freeways, parking and more. 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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Question 1What does the small advisory speed plate below a warning sign show?
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B: The recommended maximum safe speed. The advisory speed plate supplements a warning sign and gives the recommended maximum safe speed. Tennessee Comprehensive Driver License Manual: Section B-3: Warning Signs, page 52.
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Question 2If there is no stop line or marked crosswalk at a stop, where should you stop?
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B: Before the front bumper crosses the white edge line of the cross street. With no stop line or crosswalk, stop before your front bumper crosses the edge line of the cross street so you do not stick out into traffic. Tennessee Comprehensive Driver License Manual: Section B-3: General Principles of Pavement Lane Markings: Stop Lines, page 57.
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Question 3How may a motorcyclist react when crossing a metal or grated bridge?
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C: Slow down and move to the center of the lane because the bike wobbles more. Grated bridges cause a cycle to wobble; experienced riders slow and move to the center of the lane, so give them room. Tennessee Comprehensive Driver License Manual: Section C: Sharing the Road with Motorcycles, page 121.
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Question 4What are the HOV lane hours on Tennessee interstates described in the manual?
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B: 7-9 a.m. and 4-6 p.m.. HOV restrictions apply during high inbound traffic (7-9 a.m.) and high outbound traffic (4-6 p.m.); at other times the lane is general purpose. Tennessee Comprehensive Driver License Manual: Section B-5 Interstate Driving: High Occupancy Vehicle (HOV) Lanes, page 83.
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Question 5What is the penalty for illegally parking in a handicap space in Tennessee?
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C: A misdemeanor with a $100 fine, and the vehicle may be towed. Improperly parking in a handicap space is a misdemeanor punishable by a $100 fine, and the vehicle may be towed. Tennessee Comprehensive Driver License Manual: Section B-4: Backing and Parking: Handicap Parking Spaces, page 80.
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Question 6Most cars can be swept away in about how much moving water?
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B: 18 to 24 inches. Most cars can be swept away in 18 to 24 inches of moving water; trucks and SUVs have only six to twelve inches more clearance. Tennessee Comprehensive Driver License Manual: Section B-6: High Water and Flooding Dangers, page 90.
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Question 7By how much does alcohol reduce the ability to see clearly at night?
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B: By more than half. Alcohol reduces the ability to see clearly at night by more than half and slows glare recovery. Tennessee Comprehensive Driver License Manual: Section B-7: Alcohol's Effects on Driving Ability: Vision, page 94.
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Question 8What does Tennessee law say about cell phone use by drivers with a learner permit or intermediate license?
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A: They may not use a cell phone while driving on any Tennessee roadway. Tennessee prohibits drivers with a learner permit or intermediate license from using a cell phone while driving on any Tennessee roadway. Tennessee Comprehensive Driver License Manual: Section A-3: No Cell Phones While Driving, page 32.
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Question 9Is it legal to back up on a Tennessee interstate if you miss your exit?
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C: No, it is illegal; go on to the next exit. If you miss an exit, do not back up; go on to the next exit. It is illegal to back up on the interstate. Tennessee Comprehensive Driver License Manual: Section B-4: Backing and Parking: Backing, page 78.
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Question 10A yellow 'Fallen Rock' warning sign in hilly country warns you about what?
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D: Rocks that may be in the road. The sign warns of rocks that may be in the road, not rocks falling on you; watch the roadway, not the hill. Tennessee Comprehensive Driver License Manual: Section B-3: Warning Signs, page 52.
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Question 11How are HOV (High Occupancy Vehicle) lanes marked?
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C: With a diamond-shaped marking in the center of the lane. HOV lanes are designated by a diamond-shaped marking in the center of the lane; signs show the minimum occupants and hours. Tennessee Comprehensive Driver License Manual: Section B-3: General Principles of Pavement Lane Markings: High Occupancy Vehicle (HOV) Lanes, page 57.
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Question 12Where must bicyclists ride on Tennessee roads?
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C: On the right side, in the same direction as traffic, as far right as practical. Bicyclists must travel on the right side in the same direction as vehicles, as close to the right as practical while avoiding hazards. Tennessee Comprehensive Driver License Manual: Section C: Sharing the Road with Bicycles, page 119.
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Question 13What is the fine for violating Tennessee HOV lane rules?
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B: $50 plus court costs. Drivers violating the HOV lane rules are subject to a $50 fine and court costs. Tennessee Comprehensive Driver License Manual: Section B-5 Interstate Driving: High Occupancy Vehicle (HOV) Lanes, page 83.
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Question 14Where is it illegal to park in Tennessee?
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D: On a bridge or in a tunnel. Parking is prohibited on any bridge or in a tunnel, on sidewalks, within intersections, and in other listed places. Tennessee Comprehensive Driver License Manual: Section B-4: Backing and Parking: No Parking Zones, page 79.
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Question 15What can happen if a Tennessee driver knowingly ignores flood barricades and drives into a flooded road?
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B: They can be charged with reckless driving and made to pay rescue costs. Knowingly ignoring flood warnings or barricades can lead to a reckless driving charge and paying the cost of the rescue. Tennessee Comprehensive Driver License Manual: Section B-6: High Water and Flooding Dangers, page 91.
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Question 16At a BAC of .05, about how much is side vision reduced?
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C: About 30 percent. Side vision is reduced by about 30 percent at .05 BAC. Tennessee Comprehensive Driver License Manual: Section B-7: Alcohol's Effects on Driving Ability: Vision, page 94.
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Question 17What are the consequences for a Tennessee permit or intermediate driver convicted of using a cell phone while driving?
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B: $50 fine, 6 points, and a 90-day delay in eligibility for the Intermediate Restricted License. The consequences are a Class C misdemeanor, a $50 fine, 6 points on the minor's record, and a 90-day delay for the Intermediate Restricted License. Tennessee Comprehensive Driver License Manual: Section A-3: No Cell Phones While Driving, page 32.
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Question 18Which maneuver most often causes new drivers to fail the road test, according to the manual?
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D: Backing. Backing is a small part of the skills test, but it is the maneuver that most often causes new drivers to fail. Tennessee Comprehensive Driver License Manual: Section B-4: Backing and Parking: Backing, page 78.
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Question 19A 'Merge' sign shows traffic blending in from the side. What should you do?
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A: After checking behind, move to the other lane if possible to give merging traffic room. After checking to the rear, move into the other lane if possible to give the merging motorist a clear path. Tennessee Comprehensive Driver License Manual: Section B-3: Warning Signs, page 52.
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Question 20Your lane has a curved arrow and the word ONLY painted on it. What must you do?
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A: Turn in the direction of the arrow. In a lane marked with a curved arrow and ONLY, you must turn in the direction of the arrow. Tennessee Comprehensive Driver License Manual: Section B-3: General Principles of Pavement Lane Markings: Turn Lane Arrow, page 57.
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Question 21A bicyclist is riding toward the center of the lane while passing parked cars. What does this mean?
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A: The cyclist is properly avoiding opening car doors. Cyclists move away from parked cars toward the center of the lane to avoid opening doors; this is proper riding. Tennessee Comprehensive Driver License Manual: Section C: Sharing the Road with Bicycles, page 119.
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Question 22How far ahead of an interstate exit are exit signs usually placed?
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A: At least one mile. Exit signs are usually placed at least one mile ahead of the exit turn-off. Tennessee Comprehensive Driver License Manual: Section B-5 Interstate Driving: Leaving/Exiting the Interstate, page 83.
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Question 23May you park on the shoulder of a Tennessee interstate?
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D: Only in an emergency. Parking on the shoulder of any interstate is illegal except in an emergency. Tennessee Comprehensive Driver License Manual: Section B-4: Backing and Parking: No Parking Zones, page 79.
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Question 24You spot a tornado while driving. What does the manual advise?
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C: Get out, find shelter in a ditch or low area and lie face down. Don't try to outrun a tornado; get out of the car, find shelter in a ditch or low-lying area and lie face down. Tennessee Comprehensive Driver License Manual: Section B-6: Driving in Inclement Weather (severe weather), page 91.
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Question 25About how much of the information used in driving comes from the eyes?
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A: Almost 90 percent. The eyes provide almost 90 percent of the information used in driving. Tennessee Comprehensive Driver License Manual: Section B-7: Alcohol's Effects on Driving Ability: Vision, page 94.
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