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West Virginia DMV permit practice test 12

25 questions written from the West Virginia Driver's Licensing Handbook, 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 West Virginia DMV test has 25 questions and you need 19 right.

25 questions
  1. Question 1Whether a bicyclist is riding lawfully or not, what should drivers do?

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    D: Always give them the benefit of the doubt. Whether the bicyclist is operating lawfully or not, always give him or her the benefit of the doubt. West Virginia Driver's Licensing Handbook: Sharing the Road with Bicycles, page 63.

  2. Question 2Within how many days must you notify the WV DMV in writing of an address change?

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    B: 20 days. If you change your address you must notify the DMV in writing within 20 days. West Virginia Driver's Licensing Handbook: In-State Change of Address, page 16.

  3. Question 3What must every first-time applicant complete after passing the WV road skills test?

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    D: A short DUI awareness course. All first-time applicants must complete a short DUI awareness course given upon passing the road skills test. West Virginia Driver's Licensing Handbook: DUI Awareness Cards, page 35.

  4. Question 4How many proofs of West Virginia residency must a first-time applicant provide?

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    D: Two. First-time applicants must provide two proofs of WV residency with name and physical address. West Virginia Driver's Licensing Handbook: First-Time Applicant, page 16.

  5. Question 5Which window tint is illegal on a West Virginia road test vehicle?

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    B: Windows tinted to less than 35 percent light transmission. Windows tinted to less than 35 percent light transmission are illegal equipment. West Virginia Driver's Licensing Handbook: Illegal Equipment, page 35.

  6. Question 6How much extra does a REAL ID ("For Federal Identification") card cost in West Virginia?

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    D: $10.00. An additional $10.00 is required to obtain, renew or duplicate a For Federal Identification license or ID. West Virginia Driver's Licensing Handbook: There Are TWO types Driver's Licenses & ID Cards, page 12.

  7. Question 7On the road test, what happens if you cannot locate and demonstrate a vehicle safety control, like the parking brake?

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    C: Automatic failure. If you can't locate and demonstrate use of any vehicle safety equipment, it is an automatic failure on the road skills test. West Virginia Driver's Licensing Handbook: Vehicle Check, page 35.

  8. Question 8What are West Virginia's minimum liability insurance amounts?

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    B: $25,000/$50,000/$25,000. Minimum coverage is $25,000 for one death or injury, $50,000 for two, and $25,000 for property damage. West Virginia Driver's Licensing Handbook: Compulsory Insurance, page 26.

  9. Question 9What must you do if your vehicle's insurance is canceled?

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    C: Surrender the registration plate to DMV. If your insurance is canceled for any reason, you must surrender the vehicle registration plate to DMV. West Virginia Driver's Licensing Handbook: Compulsory Insurance, page 27.

  10. Question 10What is the penalty for filing false insurance information with the WV DMV?

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    B: An additional 90-day license suspension, registration revocation and possible prosecution. Filing false insurance information means an extra 90-day suspension, revoked registration and possible fine up to $1,000 and up to 1 year in jail. West Virginia Driver's Licensing Handbook: Compulsory Insurance, page 27.

  11. Question 11What is the fine for a first offense of using a handheld phone while driving in West Virginia?

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    D: $100 and no points. A first offense is a $100 fine with no points; a second is $200 with no points. Points (three) are added only from the third offense on. West Virginia Driver's Licensing Handbook: The Use of Communication Devices While Operating a Motor Vehicle, page 27.

  12. Question 12When does a West Virginia handheld phone violation start adding points?

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    A: Third and subsequent offenses. Points (three) are assessed starting with the third and subsequent offenses. West Virginia Driver's Licensing Handbook: The Use of Communication Devices While Operating a Motor Vehicle, page 27.

  13. Question 13How long do points stay on a West Virginia driving record?

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    B: 2 years from the conviction date. Points remain on your driving record for two years from the conviction date. West Virginia Driver's Licensing Handbook: Point System, page 28.

  14. Question 14At how many points will the WV DMV send a letter of caution?

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    C: 6. At six points or more, the DMV sends a letter of caution; at 12 points your license is subject to suspension. West Virginia Driver's Licensing Handbook: Point System, page 28.

  15. Question 15At how many points is a West Virginia license subject to suspension?

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    D: 12. When you accumulate 12 points, your driver's license is subject to suspension. West Virginia Driver's Licensing Handbook: Point System, page 28.

  16. Question 16How many points can an approved 8-hour defensive driving class remove from a WV record?

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    B: 3. You may have three points deducted by completing an approved eight-hour defensive driving class, once every 12 months. West Virginia Driver's Licensing Handbook: Point System, page 28.

  17. Question 17How many points is speeding in a school zone in West Virginia?

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    A: 6. Speeding in a school zone is 6 points. West Virginia Driver's Licensing Handbook: Point Scale, page 30.

  18. Question 18How many points does fleeing from an officer carry in West Virginia?

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    D: 8. Fleeing from an officer is 8 points—the highest on the point scale. West Virginia Driver's Licensing Handbook: Point Scale, page 30.

  19. Question 19How many points is speeding 11 to 14 mph over the limit in West Virginia?

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    A: 3. Speeding 11-14 mph over is 3 points; 15-19 over is 5 points; 20 or more over is 6 points. West Virginia Driver's Licensing Handbook: Point Scale, page 30.

  20. Question 20How many points is following too closely in West Virginia?

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    A: 2. Following too closely is 2 points. West Virginia Driver's Licensing Handbook: Point Scale, page 30.

  21. Question 21Which conviction requires mandatory license revocation in West Virginia?

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    A: Three reckless driving convictions in 24 months. Mandatory revocation offenses include three reckless driving convictions in 24 months, DUI, racing, leaving an injury crash, and more. West Virginia Driver's Licensing Handbook: Mandatory Driver's License Revocation, page 29.

  22. Question 22What is the penalty for letting someone else use your driver's license in West Virginia?

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    B: A 90-day suspension. Fraudulent use offenses, such as letting someone use your license, carry a 90-day suspension. West Virginia Driver's Licensing Handbook: Fraudulent Use of Driver's Licenses, page 28.

  23. Question 23Driving while your license is revoked for DUI carries what mandatory jail sentence?

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    B: 30 days to 6 months. Driving while revoked for DUI carries a mandatory minimum jail sentence of 30 days to six months and a further 6-month revocation. West Virginia Driver's Licensing Handbook: Driving While a Driver's License Is Revoked or Suspended, page 29.

  24. Question 24How long may a nonresident with a valid out-of-state license drive in West Virginia without a WV license?

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    C: Limited to 90 days in a calendar year. A nonresident at least 16 with a valid license from another state or country is exempt, limited to 90 days in a calendar year. West Virginia Driver's Licensing Handbook: Who is Exempt?, page 11.

  25. Question 25What happens if your school reports that a WV driver under 18 has excessive unexcused absences?

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    B: The license is restricted to work, medical, educational and religious purposes until 18 or reinstatement. The DMV restricts the license to work, medical, educational and religious purposes until 18 or until a school reinstatement form is presented. West Virginia Driver's Licensing Handbook: School Attendance for Minors, page 26.

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