Utah DLD permit practice test 10
37 questions written from the Utah Driver Handbook (AAMVA Model Non-Commercial), covering licensing laws and penalties, safe and defensive driving, sharing the road. Pick an answer to see straight away whether you're right and why. The real Utah DLD test has 50 questions and you need 40 right.
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Question 1How many Utah driving skills tests may you take in one day?
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B: One. You may only take one driving skills test per day; three failures require another fee, and all tests must be completed within six months of paying. Utah Driver Handbook (AAMVA Model Non-Commercial): Section 6: Driving Skills Test, page 34.
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Question 2How far must a vehicle's headlights shine on high beam, by Utah equipment rules?
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C: 350 feet. Headlights must be white and shine 350 feet on high beam and 100 feet on low beam. Utah Driver Handbook (AAMVA Model Non-Commercial): Section 15: Vehicle Equipment: Headlights, page 101.
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Question 3A motorcyclist or bicyclist 16 or older is at a red light that doesn't detect them. How long must they wait before proceeding with caution?
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B: At least 90 seconds. After a complete stop and waiting at least 90 seconds, if the signal fails to detect them and the intersection is clear, they may proceed. Utah Driver Handbook (AAMVA Model Non-Commercial): Section 14: Sharing the Road: Lane Filtering/Splitting (note), page 92.
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Question 4Which of these causes automatic failure of the Utah driving skills test?
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A: Rolling through a stop. Rolling through stops, disobeying signs, failing to yield, unnecessary curb contact, unsafe acts and driving too fast or slow are automatic failures. Utah Driver Handbook (AAMVA Model Non-Commercial): Section 6: Driving Skills Test: Dangerous Actions/Automatic Failures, page 35.
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Question 5From what distance must a car horn be heard under normal conditions in Utah?
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C: 200 feet. Every motor vehicle must have a functioning horn that can be heard from at least 200 feet. Utah Driver Handbook (AAMVA Model Non-Commercial): Section 15: Vehicle Equipment: Horn, page 101.
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Question 6Where should pedestrians walk if there are no sidewalks in Utah?
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B: On the left shoulder, facing traffic. Without sidewalks, walk or jog on the left shoulder facing traffic, as far from the road edge as possible. Utah Driver Handbook (AAMVA Model Non-Commercial): Section 14: Sharing the Road: Pedestrians, page 92.
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Question 7On the Utah skills test, what happens if the examiner has to take control of the vehicle?
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A: Automatic failure. If the examiner has to take control of the vehicle, the result is automatic failure. Utah Driver Handbook (AAMVA Model Non-Commercial): Section 6: Driving Skills Test: Dangerous Actions/Automatic Failures, page 35.
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Question 8A load extends four feet or more beyond your vehicle's bed. What must you display during the day?
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C: Two flags at least 12 inches square on the rear of the load. Loads extending four feet or more beyond the bed must display two flags (daytime, at least 12 inches square) or lights (nighttime, visible 500 feet). Utah Driver Handbook (AAMVA Model Non-Commercial): Section 15: Vehicle Equipment: Flags and Lights for Extending Loads, page 101.
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Question 9What does the orange and red triangle on the back of a vehicle mean in Utah?
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A: The vehicle moves less than 25 mph. A fluorescent or reflective orange and red triangle on the rear means the vehicle is moving less than 25 mph. Utah Driver Handbook (AAMVA Model Non-Commercial): Section 14: Sharing the Road: Slow Moving Vehicles, page 94.
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Question 10How many rearview mirrors must a vehicle have for the Utah skills test?
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A: Two, with one outside on the driver's left. The test vehicle needs two rearview mirrors, one of which must be on the outside to the driver's left. Utah Driver Handbook (AAMVA Model Non-Commercial): Section 6: Driving Skills Test, page 35.
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Question 11Which vehicles may have red or blue lights visible from the front in Utah?
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B: Only emergency, school, snow removal or other authorized vehicles. Red or blue lights visible from the front may only be used by emergency, school, snow removal or other authorized vehicles. Utah Driver Handbook (AAMVA Model Non-Commercial): Section 15: Vehicle Equipment: Red or Blue Lights Visible from the Front, page 102.
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Question 12What rules do golf cart operators follow on Utah roads where local ordinances allow them?
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B: The same rules as a bicycle. Golf cart operators must comply with the same rules as a bicycle and may not consume alcohol while operating. Utah Driver Handbook (AAMVA Model Non-Commercial): Section 14: Sharing the Road: Golf Cart, page 94.
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Question 13In Utah, knowingly driving without insurance (owner's security) is what level of offense?
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C: Class B misdemeanor. Knowingly operating or permitting operation of a vehicle without owner's security is a Class B misdemeanor and may cost your license, registration and plates. Utah Driver Handbook (AAMVA Model Non-Commercial): Section 12: Crashes and Insurance: Financial Responsibility, page 78.
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Question 14Is it legal to hang items from the rearview mirror that obstruct your view in Utah?
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A: No, the windshield must be clear of anything that obstructs your vision. The windshield must be clean of anything that might obstruct your vision, such as something hanging from the rearview mirror. Utah Driver Handbook (AAMVA Model Non-Commercial): Section 15: Vehicle Equipment: Windshield, page 102.
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Question 15What is the maximum speed for a street-legal ATV/UTV on a Utah highway?
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A: The lesser of the posted limit or 50 mph. A street-legal ATV/UTV or FSV may not exceed the lesser of the posted speed limit or 50 mph. Utah Driver Handbook (AAMVA Model Non-Commercial): Section 14: Sharing the Road: Street Legal All-Terrain, page 96.
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Question 16If a court judgment against you for crash damages is not satisfied within how many days, your Utah driving privilege is suspended?
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A: 60 days. If a judgment is not satisfied within 60 days after the court decision, your driving privilege will be suspended. Utah Driver Handbook (AAMVA Model Non-Commercial): Section 12: Crashes and Insurance: Unsatisfied Judgment, page 78.
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Question 17When towing another vehicle with a chain, rope or cable, how long may the connection be in Utah?
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C: Up to 15 feet. The drawbar or connection between vehicles may not exceed 15 feet; a chain, rope or cable must carry a red flag at least 12 inches square. Utah Driver Handbook (AAMVA Model Non-Commercial): Section 16: Towing, page 103.
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Question 18How long must SR22 'future proof' of insurance be kept after a financial responsibility suspension in Utah?
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C: Three years. SR22 future proof must be maintained for three years. Utah Driver Handbook (AAMVA Model Non-Commercial): Section 12: Crashes and Insurance: SR22 Insurance, page 78.
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Question 19When towing with a chain, rope or cable, what must be attached to it?
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A: A red flag or signal at least 12 inches square. A red flag or other signal no smaller than 12 inches square must be attached to the connecting chain, rope or cable. Utah Driver Handbook (AAMVA Model Non-Commercial): Section 16: Towing, page 103.
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Question 20Which two types of auto insurance coverage does the Utah handbook describe as mandatory?
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D: Bodily injury/property damage liability and personal injury protection (PIP). Liability coverage and personal injury protection (PIP, 'no-fault') are mandatory; collision and comprehensive are not required by law. Utah Driver Handbook (AAMVA Model Non-Commercial): Section 12: Crashes and Insurance: Insurance Coverage, page 79.
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Question 21Is it legal to attach a lit flare or fuse to your vehicle?
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A: No, it is hazardous and illegal. Do not attach any flare or fuse to your vehicle; it is hazardous and illegal. Utah Driver Handbook (AAMVA Model Non-Commercial): Section 16: Towing: Safe Use of Flares and Fuses, page 104.
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Question 22May you show proof of insurance to a Utah officer on your phone?
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C: Yes, electronically using a mobile device. Proof of insurance must be in the vehicle and shown on request, and may be provided electronically using a mobile electronic device. Utah Driver Handbook (AAMVA Model Non-Commercial): Section 12: Crashes and Insurance: Uninsured Motorist, page 79.
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Question 23When are you not allowed to use certain driver-assistance features, according to the Utah handbook?
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C: During your driving skills test (e.g., parking assist and cruise control). When taking the driving skills test, you cannot use certain safety features, such as parking assist and cruise control. Utah Driver Handbook (AAMVA Model Non-Commercial): Section 15: Vehicle Equipment: Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS), page 100.
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Question 24What is required after a Utah conviction for driving without insurance?
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D: Carry an SR22 for three years and pay a $40 reinstatement fee. A conviction for driving without insurance or without proof requires carrying an SR22 for three years and paying a $40 reinstatement fee. Utah Driver Handbook (AAMVA Model Non-Commercial): Section 12: Crashes and Insurance: Insurance Coverage, page 79.
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Question 25If you are angry or upset before driving, what does the Utah handbook recommend?
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A: Give yourself time to cool off and stay off the road until you have. Give yourself time to cool off—take a walk or talk to a friend—and stay off the road until you have cooled down. Utah Driver Handbook (AAMVA Model Non-Commercial): Section 5: Mental Health (G), page 31.
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Question 26If a Utah vehicle owner is identified as having no insurance, what will the DMV do unless insurance is bought within 30 days?
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A: Revoke the vehicle registration. The DMV must revoke the vehicle registration unless insurance is purchased within 30 days. Utah Driver Handbook (AAMVA Model Non-Commercial): Section 12: Crashes and Insurance: Uninsured Motorist, page 79.
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Question 27How long do alcohol/drug-related violations stay on a Utah driving record?
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D: 10 years. The record shows moving violations and suspensions from the past three years, but alcohol/drug-related violations, suspensions and revocations stay for 10 years. Utah Driver Handbook (AAMVA Model Non-Commercial): Section 13: Suspensions and Your Record: Driving Record (MVR), page 80.
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Question 28What happens to your suspension if you drive while suspended in Utah?
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D: The suspension is extended by the length of the original period, plus possible jail and fine. Driving while suspended can bring 90 days in jail and a fine, and the original suspension period is added again. Utah Driver Handbook (AAMVA Model Non-Commercial): Section 13: Suspensions and Your Record: Driving While Denied, Suspended, or Revoked, page 80.
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Question 29How many points does Utah assign for reckless driving?
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D: 80. Reckless driving is 80 points; failure to yield, tailgating and wrong side of road are 60; red light, stop sign and texting are 50. Utah Driver Handbook (AAMVA Model Non-Commercial): Section 13: Suspensions and Your Record: Point System, page 82.
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Question 30How many points does Utah assign for following too closely (tailgating)?
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C: 60. Following too closely is 60 points. Utah Driver Handbook (AAMVA Model Non-Commercial): Section 13: Suspensions and Your Record: Point System, page 82.
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Question 31How many points does Utah assign for texting while driving?
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C: 50. Texting while driving is 50 points. Utah Driver Handbook (AAMVA Model Non-Commercial): Section 13: Suspensions and Your Record: Point System, page 82.
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Question 32A Utah driver over 21 is called to a hearing after how many points within three years?
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D: 200 or more. Drivers over 21 with 200 or more points in three years are called to a hearing; under 21, it's 70 points. Utah Driver Handbook (AAMVA Model Non-Commercial): Section 13: Suspensions and Your Record: Point System—Point Distribution, page 82.
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Question 33A Utah driver under 21 is called to a hearing after how many points within three years?
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B: 70 or more. Drivers under 21 with 70 or more points within three years are called to a hearing. Utah Driver Handbook (AAMVA Model Non-Commercial): Section 13: Suspensions and Your Record: Point System—Point Distribution, page 82.
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Question 34What happens to your Utah points if you drive one full year without a moving violation conviction?
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A: Half of your total points are removed. Half of the total points are removed after one full year without a moving violation; all points after two successive clean years. Utah Driver Handbook (AAMVA Model Non-Commercial): Section 13: Suspensions and Your Record: Clear Points from Record, page 83.
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Question 35How many points can a Utah defensive driving course remove, and how often?
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B: 50 points, once in any three-year period. A division-recommended defensive driving course removes 50 points, once during any three-year period. Utah Driver Handbook (AAMVA Model Non-Commercial): Section 13: Suspensions and Your Record: Clear Points from Record, page 83.
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Question 36Which of these results in a mandatory license revocation in Utah?
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C: Attempting to flee or refusing to stop for a police officer's signal. Mandatory revocation offenses include fleeing police, automobile homicide, a second DUI, failing to stop and render aid, and others. Utah Driver Handbook (AAMVA Model Non-Commercial): Section 13: Suspensions and Your Record: License Revocations, page 81.
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Question 37Under Utah's 2026 SB 22, who may supervise a minor with a learner permit?
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D: A parent, stepparent, or foster parent (plus other listed supervisors). SB 22 clarifies that a stepparent or foster parent can supervise a minor with a learner permit; 'parent' includes parent, stepparent or foster parent. Utah Driver Handbook (AAMVA Model Non-Commercial): New 2026 Laws: SB 22 Minor Driving Hours Amendments, page 4.
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