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25 questions written from the West Virginia Driver's Licensing Handbook, covering lanes, highways and freeways, hazards, weather and night driving, emergencies, licensing laws and penalties, alcohol and drugs 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 1Which way do even-numbered interstates run?

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    B: East to west. Even-numbered interstates run east to west; odd-numbered run north to south. West Virginia Driver's Licensing Handbook: Route Numbering and Navigation, page 67.

  2. Question 2Within what distance of an approaching vehicle must you dim your headlights in West Virginia?

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    B: 500 feet. Dim your headlights within 500 feet of an approaching vehicle. West Virginia Driver's Licensing Handbook: Headlights and Their Use, page 61.

  3. Question 3What is one of the most common causes of blowouts?

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    D: Under-inflated tires. Under-inflated tires are one of the most common causes of blowouts. West Virginia Driver's Licensing Handbook: Blowouts, page 80.

  4. Question 4What is the minimum age for a West Virginia Level 1 GDL instruction permit?

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    B: 15. To obtain a Level 1 GDL instruction permit you must be at least 15 years old. West Virginia Driver's Licensing Handbook: Level 1 GDL Instruction Permit, page 19.

  5. Question 5In West Virginia, what is a BAC of more than 0.05 but less than 0.08 considered?

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    C: Relevant evidence that driving ability is impaired. A BAC of more than 0.05 and less than 0.08 is relevant evidence to presume that a person's ability to drive is impaired. West Virginia Driver's Licensing Handbook: Knowing Your Limits, page 31.

  6. Question 6On a long trip, how often should you take a rest break, according to the WV handbook?

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    B: A 10-minute break at least every two hours. On a long trip, take a 10-minute rest break at least every two hours, spent outside the vehicle. West Virginia Driver's Licensing Handbook: Fatigue, page 75.

  7. Question 7What does an upside-down triangle sign require?

    red and white downward-pointing triangle road sign
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    C: Yield the right-of-way to cross or merging traffic. The upside-down triangle requires that you yield the right-of-way to cross traffic or merging traffic. West Virginia Driver's Licensing Handbook: Single Message Shaped Signs: Triangle (upside down), page 44.

  8. Question 8What does a green left-turn arrow usually mean?

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    C: Opposing traffic is usually stopped; you may turn. When the green arrow is shown in a left-turn signal, it usually means opposing traffic is stopped. West Virginia Driver's Licensing Handbook: Traffic Lights, page 49.

  9. Question 9When entering a street from an alley or driveway, who has the right-of-way?

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    D: Traffic already on the roadway. When entering from an alley, private road or driveway, yield to traffic already on the roadway. West Virginia Driver's Licensing Handbook: Right-of-Way, page 59.

  10. Question 10What is the speed limit in West Virginia business or residential areas?

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    A: 25 mph. Business or residential areas are 25 mph. West Virginia Driver's Licensing Handbook: Speed Limits, page 52.

  11. Question 11Where can animal riders NOT ride in West Virginia?

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    D: Interstate highways. Animal riders may use most public highways, but not interstate highways. West Virginia Driver's Licensing Handbook: Sharing the Road with Animal Riders, page 63.

  12. Question 12When should you brake for a turn?

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    C: Before making the turn. Slow down before making turns; do not brake while turning. West Virginia Driver's Licensing Handbook: Turning Maneuvers, page 54.

  13. Question 13What following distance should you keep on ice or snow?

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    C: At least 6 seconds. If there is ice or snow, stay at least six seconds behind the vehicle in front. West Virginia Driver's Licensing Handbook: Following Distance, page 57.

  14. Question 14How close to a stop sign or traffic signal may you park in West Virginia?

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    B: No closer than 30 feet. Parking is not allowed within 30 feet of any stop sign or traffic control signal. West Virginia Driver's Licensing Handbook: Prohibited Parking (§17C-13-3, W. Va. State Code), page 55.

  15. Question 15What does a three-digit interstate number beginning with an even digit identify?

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    B: A beltway or bypass around a city. Three-digit numbers with an even first number identify beltways or bypasses; an odd first number identifies spur routes. West Virginia Driver's Licensing Handbook: Route Numbering and Navigation, page 67.

  16. Question 16Within what distance of a vehicle in front of you must you dim your headlights?

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    C: 200 feet. Dim your headlights within 200 feet of the vehicle in front of you. West Virginia Driver's Licensing Handbook: Headlights and Their Use, page 61.

  17. Question 17Your brakes fail. What should you do first?

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    B: Pump the brake pedal quickly. Pump the brake pedal quickly, shift to a lower gear, and use the parking brake while holding the release. West Virginia Driver's Licensing Handbook: Brake Failure, page 81.

  18. Question 18Who must ride in the right front seat with a Level 1 permit holder?

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    B: A licensed driver at least 21 years old. You may only drive with a licensed driver who is at least 21 years old in the right front passenger seat. West Virginia Driver's Licensing Handbook: Level 1 GDL Instruction Permit Requirements, page 19.

  19. Question 19Which of these contains the same amount of alcohol as a 12-ounce can of beer, per the WV handbook?

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    B: A six-ounce glass of wine. A one-ounce shot of 100-proof whiskey, a six-ounce glass of wine and a 12-ounce beer contain the same amount of alcohol. West Virginia Driver's Licensing Handbook: Driving Impaired or Under the Influence, page 31.

  20. Question 20How much does a driver's concentration drop when using a wireless communication device?

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    C: 20-33 percent. Statistics show a driver's concentration drops by 20-33 percent when using a wireless communication device. West Virginia Driver's Licensing Handbook: The Use of Communication Devices While Operating a Motor Vehicle, page 27.

  21. Question 21What does a pennant-shaped sign mark?

    yellow and black pennant road sign
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    B: The beginning of a no-passing zone. The pennant sign marks the beginning of a no-passing zone. West Virginia Driver's Licensing Handbook: Single Message Shaped Signs: Pennant, page 44.

  22. Question 22When may you turn right on a steady red light in West Virginia?

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    A: After a complete stop and yielding, unless a sign prohibits it. You may turn right on red after a complete stop and yielding to pedestrians and traffic, if no sign prohibits it. West Virginia Driver's Licensing Handbook: Turning Maneuvers, page 54.

  23. Question 23An emergency vehicle with siren and lights approaches. What should you do?

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    B: Pull to the right edge, clear of the intersection, stop with your foot on the brake until it passes. Pull to the right edge clear of the intersection and stop; keep your foot on the brake so the emergency driver knows you're stopped. West Virginia Driver's Licensing Handbook: Right-of-Way, page 59.

  24. Question 24What is the school zone speed limit in West Virginia while children are present?

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    A: 15 mph. The school zone limit is 15 mph while children are present along the roadway. West Virginia Driver's Licensing Handbook: Speed Limits, page 52.

  25. Question 25Where may pedestrians not walk?

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    B: Interstate highways. Pedestrians must not walk on interstate highways or where signs prohibit it. West Virginia Driver's Licensing Handbook: Sharing the Road with Pedestrians, page 60.

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