Washington DOL permit practice test 12
27 questions written from the Washington Driver Guide, covering sharing the road, licensing laws and penalties, safe and defensive driving. Pick an answer to see straight away whether you're right and why. The real Washington DOL test has 40 questions and you need 32 right.
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Question 1When should you watch for sharrow markings?
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B: They mark a lane shared with bicycle traffic; drive slowly and give at least 3 feet when passing. Sharrows show a vehicle lane is shared with bicycles; watch for riders and give at least 3 feet when passing. Washington Driver Guide: 4.16 Other road markings, page 139.
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Question 2If no law enforcement officer files a report, within how many days must you file a collision report in Washington?
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A: 4 days. File a collision report form within 4 days of a crash if an officer doesn't do this for you. Washington Driver Guide: 5.9 Reporting a crash, page 176.
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Question 3How should you report an in-progress road rage incident?
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C: Call 911 immediately. Report in-progress road rage incidents immediately by calling 911. Washington Driver Guide: 3.1 Reporting road rage, page 80.
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Question 4May you turn right on red at an intersection with a bicycle box?
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C: No; stay behind the white line until the bicycle box is clear. You can't turn right on red near a bicycle box; stay behind the white line until it is clear. Washington Driver Guide: 4.16 Other road markings, page 140.
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Question 5After getting a traffic ticket, how long do you have to follow the instructions on the back to avoid suspension?
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C: 15 days. Follow the instructions on the back of the ticket within 15 days to avoid having your driving privileges suspended. Washington Driver Guide: 5.10 Getting a ticket, page 182.
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Question 6What are the four steps of the OODA Loop described in the Washington guide?
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A: Observe, Orient, Decide, Act. The OODA Loop is Observe, Orient, Decide, Act. Washington Driver Guide: 3.3 Problem solving on the road, page 83.
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Question 7A buffered bike lane has two solid white lines with diagonal crosshatching between them. May you drive in the buffer?
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D: No, the buffer is part of the bike lane; enter only to make a legal turn after checking it's safe. The buffer is part of the bike lane and should not be entered unless you're making a legal turn after checking it's safe. Washington Driver Guide: 4.16 Other road markings, page 138.
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Question 8Does signing a traffic ticket mean you admit guilt?
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B: No, but refusing to sign could result in arrest. Your signature isn't an admission of guilt, but refusing to sign a ticket could result in your arrest. Washington Driver Guide: 5.10 Getting a ticket, page 182.
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Question 9Which hazard management routine does the guide recommend?
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A: Plan, communicate, check, execute, evaluate. The routine is: plan, communicate, check, execute and evaluate. Washington Driver Guide: 5.0 Hazard management, page 156.
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Question 10Within how many days must new residents register their vehicles in Washington?
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C: 30 days. New residents have 30 days to complete their vehicle registration. Washington Driver Guide: 2.0 Registration, page 41.
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Question 11What are the four levels of braking described in the guide?
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B: Light, medium, firm, emergency. There are four levels of braking: light, medium, firm and emergency; ideally you only need light and medium. Washington Driver Guide: 2.8 Braking pressure, page 58.
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Question 12License plates on a vehicle registered in Washington must be displayed:
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C: On the front and rear. Plates must be clearly displayed on the front and rear, and it's illegal to cover the letters, numbers or tabs. Washington Driver Guide: 2.2 Vehicle license plates, page 43.
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Question 13If you are stopping where the driver behind you might not expect it, what does the guide suggest?
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B: Tap your brake pedal three or four times quickly. Tap your brake pedal three or four times quickly to alert the person behind you. Washington Driver Guide: 2.5 Headlights (Pro tip), page 49.
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Question 14An intermediate license holder may drive at any hour, with passengers, when driving for which purpose?
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C: Agricultural purposes. The intermediate license rules make an exception for agricultural purposes, allowing driving at any hour and with passengers for farm work. Washington Driver Guide: 1.8 Intermediate driver license: Exceptions, page 29.
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Question 15Leaving your engine running while parked, especially in a garage, can:
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D: Release harmful gases like carbon monoxide, which can be lethal. Idling can release carbon monoxide, which can be lethal, and adds pollution. Washington Driver Guide: 3.6 The environment, page 90.
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Question 16When you are pulled over by police in Washington, what should you do first?
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B: Signal and pull to the right side of the road as soon as it is safe. Use your turn signal and pull to the right side of the road as soon as it's safe, then turn off the engine and stay in the vehicle. Washington Driver Guide: 5.10 Getting pulled over, page 180.
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Question 17When an officer approaches your vehicle, you should:
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C: Keep your hands on the steering wheel and wait for instructions before reaching for documents. Keep your hands on the wheel, tell the officer if there's a weapon, and wait for instructions before reaching for documents. Washington Driver Guide: 5.10 Getting pulled over, page 181.
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Question 18According to the guide, collisions typically have what three causes?
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B: Too much speed, too little space, and insufficient situational awareness. Collisions typically result from too much speed, too little space, and insufficient situational awareness. Washington Driver Guide: 5.9 Collisions, page 175.
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Question 19Which is NOT one of the fatal crash common factors listed in the Washington guide?
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C: Driving a newer car. The common factors are speed, impairment, distractions, unrestrained occupants and inexperience. Washington Driver Guide: 5.0 Dangers of driving, page 154.
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Question 20For which age group are vehicle crashes a leading cause of death in Washington?
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B: 16 to 25. In Washington, vehicle crashes are a leading cause of death for people ages 16 to 25. Washington Driver Guide: 5.0 Dangers of driving, page 154.
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Question 21In the guide's definition, a 'hazard' is:
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C: Anything that requires you to make a change. A hazard is anything that requires you to make a change in speed or direction, and it can be stationary or moving. Washington Driver Guide: 5.0 Hazard perception, page 155.
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Question 22Which type of vision lets you see to the side without losing focus on what is straight ahead?
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B: Peripheral vision. Peripheral vision is what you can see to the side while still focused ahead. Washington Driver Guide: 5.5 Field of vision, page 164.
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Question 23Before every drive, the guide suggests a 'check in with yourself.' What does that mean?
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A: Asking if you feel healthy, clearheaded and emotionally ready to focus on driving. Check in with yourself: are you healthy, clearheaded, focused, and in control of your emotions? Washington Driver Guide: 2.14 Before you go, page 66.
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Question 24Which of these is a reason to keep vehicle safety technology (ADAS) on, according to the guide?
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D: It assists healthy driving habits, though you are still fully responsible. VST and ADAS assist your habits but don't replace them; leave them on unless severe weather makes alerts a distraction. Washington Driver Guide: 2.4 Vehicle safety technology, page 45.
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Question 25How must an animal be carried in the bed of a pickup truck in Washington?
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B: With a protective harness or enclosure so it can't jump or fall out. It's illegal to transport an animal outside the vehicle without a protective harness or enclosure. Washington Driver Guide: 4.19 Animals, page 151.
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Question 26How should you secure a load in your vehicle or trailer?
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A: Tie everything down with rope, netting or straps. Driving with an unsecured load is illegal; tie everything down and tie large objects directly to the vehicle. Washington Driver Guide: 4.19 Secure your load, page 151.
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Question 27Your car's blind spot warning shows no alert, and you want to change lanes on a multilane freeway. What should you still do?
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B: Turn your head and check, because the system may miss a car two lanes over that is moving into the same space. The guide warns that blind spot systems can't tell if a vehicle two lanes over is also preparing to merge, so always do your own visual check. Washington Driver Guide: 2.4 Vehicle safety technology, page 45.
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