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Washington DOL permit practice test 3

25 questions written from the Washington Driver Guide, covering turns and intersections, lanes, highways and freeways, speed limits, parking, following and passing and more. 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.

25 questions
  1. Question 1When turning left or right at an intersection, Washington law requires you to turn into:

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    C: The lane closest to the direction you are coming from. State law requires you to turn into the lane closest to the direction you're coming from. Washington Driver Guide: 4.14 Turning, page 123.

  2. Question 2Reversible lanes are usually marked by:

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    B: Double-dashed white lines. Reversible lanes are usually marked by double-dashed white lines; check overhead signs before using them. Washington Driver Guide: 4.16 Reversible lanes, page 135.

  3. Question 3What is the speed limit for driving on Washington ocean beaches?

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    B: 25 mph. The beach is considered a state highway; the speed limit is 25 mph and pedestrians and bicyclists always have the right-of-way. Washington Driver Guide: 4.20 Beaches, page 152.

  4. Question 4How close to a driveway, alley or private road may you park?

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    B: No closer than 5 feet. Do not park within 5 feet of a driveway, alley or private road. Washington Driver Guide: 4.18 General parking rules, page 143.

  5. Question 5May you use the road's shoulder to pass another vehicle in Washington?

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    D: No, unless directed by officials or signs. Don't use the shoulders to pass; unless directed by officials or signs, you shouldn't drive on the shoulder. Washington Driver Guide: 4.10 General driving guidance, page 108.

  6. Question 6If your vehicle hydroplanes, you should:

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    B: Take your foot off the accelerator, brake gently, and keep the steering wheel steady. Ease off the accelerator, gently press the brakes, keep the wheel steady and look where you want to go. Washington Driver Guide: 5.6 Hydroplaning, page 172.

  7. Question 7How long is a Washington instruction permit valid?

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    D: 1 year. The permit is valid for 1 year and can be renewed for a fee. Washington Driver Guide: 1.8 Getting a personal driver license: Instruction permit, page 25.

  8. Question 8Under Washington's Implied Consent Law, what can happen if you refuse a test when an officer suspects DUI?

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    A: Loss of your driving privilege for 90 to 730 days, or until age 21, whichever is longer. Refusing to be tested can cost you your privilege for 90 to 730 days or until age 21, whichever is longer. Washington Driver Guide: 1.15 Driving under the influence (DUI), page 37.

  9. Question 9Which hand signal tells drivers behind you that you are slowing down or stopping?

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    A: Left arm out with fingers pointing to the ground. To signal a stop, put your left arm out the window and point your fingers to the ground. Washington Driver Guide: 2.5 Hand signals, page 51.

  10. Question 10Why aren't daytime running lights a substitute for headlights at dusk?

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    B: They aren't as bright as headlights and don't turn on your taillights. Daytime running lights aren't as bright as headlights and don't activate your taillights. Washington Driver Guide: 2.5 Headlights, page 49.

  11. Question 11What must you do when an ambulance with lights and siren approaches?

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    A: Immediately pull to the right side of the road and stop. Fire trucks, ambulances and police cars using lights or sirens always have the right-of-way; pull to the right and stop. Washington Driver Guide: 4.9 Sharing with emergency vehicles, page 107.

  12. Question 12When may you go after stopping for a school bus?

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    C: After the lights stop flashing, the sign is retracted, and the metal arm returns to the front bumper. Go after the lights stop flashing, the stop sign is retracted and the metal arm returns to the bumper, and keep watching for children. Washington Driver Guide: 4.2 When you are behind the bus, page 95.

  13. Question 13In Washington, a flashing yellow traffic light has the same meaning as:

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    A: A yield sign. A flashing yellow light has the same meaning as a yield sign; treat it as an uncontrolled intersection. Washington Driver Guide: 4.11 Flashing yellow, page 111.

  14. Question 14Brown signs identify:

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    B: Public recreation, cultural and historical areas. Brown signs identify public recreation, cultural and historical areas. Washington Driver Guide: 4.12 Signs, page 113.

  15. Question 15If there is more than one turn lane, what should you do as you turn?

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    D: Stay in your original lane as you turn. Stay in your original lane through the turn; change lanes only after completing it. Washington Driver Guide: 4.14 Turning, page 123.

  16. Question 16Above a reversible lane, a steady yellow X means:

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    C: The lane is changing direction; move out of it as soon as it's safe. A steady yellow X means the lane is changing direction and you should move out as soon as it's safe; a red X means you can't use it. Washington Driver Guide: 4.16 Reversible lanes, page 135.

  17. Question 17In a work zone with no workers present, you should:

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    C: Still reduce your speed. Always reduce speed in a work zone, even without workers; narrower lanes and rough pavement are hazards. Washington Driver Guide: 4.17 Work zone, page 141.

  18. Question 18On the opposite side of the street from a fire station driveway, you may not park within:

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    C: 75 feet. Do not park within 75 feet of a fire station driveway on the opposite side of the street. Washington Driver Guide: 4.18 General parking rules, page 143.

  19. Question 19When using the left lane to pass, you must:

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    C: Still obey the speed limit. Follow speed limit laws, even when using the left lane to pass. Washington Driver Guide: 4.10 General driving guidance, page 108.

  20. Question 20Your car breaks down and you have emergency flares. Where should you place them?

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    B: 200 to 300 feet behind the vehicle. Warn others by placing emergency flares 200 to 300 feet behind the vehicle. Washington Driver Guide: 5.7 Vehicle failures, page 173.

  21. Question 21How long must a 16- or 17-year-old have held an instruction permit before getting a Washington driver license?

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    B: 6 months. To get your first license at 16 or 17 you must have had your instruction permit for at least 6 months. Washington Driver Guide: 1.8 Getting your personal driver license: ages 16 to 17, page 26.

  22. Question 22Can you be charged with DUI in Washington while sitting in a parked car?

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    C: Yes, if you are in physical control of the vehicle. DUI also applies to being in physical control of a vehicle, even if it's parked (RCW 46.61.503). Washington Driver Guide: 1.15 Driving under the influence (DUI), page 37.

  23. Question 23How do you signal a right turn by hand?

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    C: Left arm out, bent so your fingers point to the sky. For a right turn, put your left arm out the window and bend it so your fingers point to the sky. Washington Driver Guide: 2.5 Hand signals, page 51.

  24. Question 24Should you wear sunglasses when driving on an overcast day or at night?

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    A: No, tinted or colored lenses reduce your vision. Do not wear sunglasses or colored lenses at night or on overcast days; they reduce your vision. Washington Driver Guide: 5.6 Night driving, page 167.

  25. Question 25After an emergency vehicle has passed, how should you reenter traffic?

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    A: Signal and reenter in the order you were traveling before. Wait until the emergency vehicle has passed, then signal and reenter traffic in the order you were traveling before. Washington Driver Guide: 4.9 Sharing with emergency vehicles, page 107.

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