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West Virginia DMV permit practice test 10

25 questions written from the West Virginia Driver's Licensing Handbook, covering sharing the road, hazards, weather and night driving, emergencies, licensing laws and penalties, safe and defensive driving and more. Pick an answer to see straight away whether you're right and why. The real West Virginia DMV test has 25 questions and you need 19 right.

25 questions
  1. Question 1How far must a bicycle's bell or signal device be audible in West Virginia?

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    B: At least 100 feet. Bicycles need a bell or device audible for at least 100 feet; sirens and whistles are not permitted. West Virginia Driver's Licensing Handbook: Sharing the Road with Bicycles, page 64.

  2. Question 2When meeting an oncoming vehicle at night, where should you look?

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    C: At the right edge of the road ahead. Slow down, keep right in your lane and look well ahead at the right edge of the road. West Virginia Driver's Licensing Handbook: Light Conditions, page 72.

  3. Question 3Within how many days must a crash with injury, death or damage over $1,000 be reported?

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    A: Within five days. Such crashes must be reported by the quickest means possible within five days to the local police, sheriff or State Police. West Virginia Driver's Licensing Handbook: Crashes, page 26.

  4. Question 4Can a West Virginia driver under 18 use a cell phone while driving?

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    D: No, except to contact a 9-1-1 system. Drivers under 18 may not use a wireless communication device while driving unless it is to contact a 9-1-1 system. West Virginia Driver's Licensing Handbook: Levels 1 and 2 GDL Violations and Convictions, page 21.

  5. Question 5If you become lost, what does the WV handbook recommend?

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    D: Drive to the nearest well-lit, populated public place. Don't pull over on the side of the road to study a map; drive to the nearest well-lit, populated public place. West Virginia Driver's Licensing Handbook: 8 Simple Steps to Safe and Happy Driving, page 79.

  6. Question 6What color are signs for parks and public recreation areas?

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    A: White on brown. Signs for parks and public recreation areas are white on brown. West Virginia Driver's Licensing Handbook: Guide Signs, page 48.

  7. Question 7Should you ever block a crosswalk with your car?

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    C: No. Do not block a crosswalk with your car. West Virginia Driver's Licensing Handbook: Pavement Markings, page 51.

  8. Question 8For riding after dark, how far must a bicycle's white headlight be visible?

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    A: At least 500 feet. After dark a bicycle needs a white headlight visible for at least 500 feet to the front, plus a red rear reflector. West Virginia Driver's Licensing Handbook: Sharing the Road with Bicycles, page 64.

  9. Question 9When is outbound rush-hour traffic usually heaviest in metro areas?

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    B: 4 to 6 p.m.. Rush hour is usually inbound 7-9 a.m. and outbound 4-6 p.m. West Virginia Driver's Licensing Handbook: Traffic Conditions, page 75.

  10. Question 10You strike an unattended vehicle and can't find the owner. What must the note include?

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    C: Name, address, plate number, insurance information and circumstances. Leave a written notice with your name, address, license plate number, insurance information and the circumstances. West Virginia Driver's Licensing Handbook: If You are Involved In A Crash, page 84.

  11. Question 11How long must an adult (18+) who has never been licensed hold an instruction permit before the road test?

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    C: 30 days. If you have never been licensed, you must hold the instruction permit at least 30 days before the road skills test. West Virginia Driver's Licensing Handbook: Regular Instruction Permit - Ages 18 and Over, page 19.

  12. Question 12If you feel you are being followed, what should you do?

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    C: Go to a well-lit, populated area and call the police. Proceed to a well-lit, populated area and call the police (9-1-1). West Virginia Driver's Licensing Handbook: 8 Simple Steps to Safe and Happy Driving, page 79.

  13. Question 13What colors are interstate route markers?

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    A: Red, white and blue. Interstate markers are red, white and blue; WV and U.S. route markers are generally black on white. West Virginia Driver's Licensing Handbook: Guide Signs, page 48.

  14. Question 14What do broken white lines between lanes mean?

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    D: Lanes moving the same direction; you may cross only when changing lanes. Broken white lines separate same-direction lanes; drive within them and never straddle them except when changing lanes. West Virginia Driver's Licensing Handbook: Pavement Markings, page 51.

  15. Question 15There's no room to pass a bicyclist safely and traffic is approaching. What should you do?

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    B: Wait until traffic has gone by before passing. If there is no room to pass and traffic is approaching, wait until traffic has gone by. West Virginia Driver's Licensing Handbook: Sharing the Road with Bicycles, page 63.

  16. Question 16What should you do if very dense fog covers the interstate?

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    C: Consider leaving the interstate for slower roads. If the fog is very dense, it may be better to leave the interstate and use slower roads. West Virginia Driver's Licensing Handbook: Adverse Conditions, page 70.

  17. Question 17At a crash scene, why should you turn off the ignition?

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    D: To prevent the danger of fire. Stop immediately and turn off the ignition to prevent the danger of fire, then protect the scene with flares. West Virginia Driver's Licensing Handbook: If You are Involved In A Crash, page 84.

  18. Question 18How long is a West Virginia regular (18+) instruction permit valid?

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    C: 6 months. The regular instruction permit is valid for six months; if it expires you must retest. West Virginia Driver's Licensing Handbook: Regular Instruction Permit - Ages 18 and Over, page 19.

  19. Question 19How far should the brake pedal go down when you press it before driving?

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    B: No more than halfway to the floor. Push the pedal down; it should not go more than halfway to the floor and should feel like it hits something hard. West Virginia Driver's Licensing Handbook: What to Check Before Driving, page 80.

  20. Question 20What does a sign below a railroad crossbuck indicate?

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    D: The number of tracks when there are two or more. A sign below the crossbuck indicates the number of tracks when there are two or more. West Virginia Driver's Licensing Handbook: Railroad Crossing Signs and Signals, page 49.

  21. Question 21What does a steady red arrow mean?

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    D: Stop before the intersection and remain stopped for that direction while it is red. Come to a complete stop before the stop line or crosswalk for the direction of the arrow and remain stopped while it is red. West Virginia Driver's Licensing Handbook: Traffic Lights, page 49.

  22. Question 22Where should pedestrians walk when there is no sidewalk?

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    B: On the left side, facing oncoming traffic. When walking along a road without sidewalk, walk on the left side facing oncoming traffic, on the shoulder if possible. West Virginia Driver's Licensing Handbook: Sharing the Road with Pedestrians, page 60.

  23. Question 23Railroad crossing lights are flashing. What happens if you don't stop?

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    D: You will be cited. Failure to stop when lights are flashing or a barrier is down will result in a citation. West Virginia Driver's Licensing Handbook: Railroad Crossing Signs and Signals, page 49.

  24. Question 24Should you stop at a crash scene you are not involved in?

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    C: Only if you can render assistance. Do not stop unless you are involved or can render assistance; unnecessary stopping creates more hazards. West Virginia Driver's Licensing Handbook: If You are Involved In A Crash, page 84.

  25. Question 25How much is the West Virginia knowledge test fee?

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    A: $7.50 per attempt. The fee for a knowledge test is $7.50 for each attempt. West Virginia Driver's Licensing Handbook: Level 1 GDL Instruction Permit, page 20.

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