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Wisconsin DMV permit practice test 12

20 questions written from the Wisconsin Motorists' Handbook (BDS126), covering road signs, licensing laws and penalties. Pick an answer to see straight away whether you're right and why. The real Wisconsin DMV test has 50 questions and you need 40 right.

20 questions

  1. Question 1What does a Wisconsin county road sign look like?

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    A: A white rectangle with rounded edges and black lettering. The county sign is rectangular with rounded edges, white with black lettering. Wisconsin Motorists' Handbook (BDS126): Section 4: Signs — G. Route Number, page 33.

  2. Question 2When may a Wisconsin probationary license holder use a cell phone while driving?

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    A: Only to report an emergency. Phones are not allowed while driving for probationary drivers unless needed to report an emergency. Wisconsin Motorists' Handbook (BDS126): Section 2: Progression of Licenses — C. Probationary License, page 10.

  3. Question 3What does a round yellow sign with a black X and the letters RR mean?

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    A: A railroad crossing is ahead. The round yellow Railroad Crossing Warning sign means there is a railroad crossing ahead. Wisconsin Motorists' Handbook (BDS126): Section 4: Signs — H. Railroad Crossing, page 34.

  4. Question 4How often must a Wisconsin regular driver license be renewed?

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    C: Every eight years. The handbook says license renewal needs to be done every eight years. Wisconsin Motorists' Handbook (BDS126): Section 2: Progression of Licenses — D. Regular Driver License, page 11.

  5. Question 5What does the white X-shaped crossbuck sign at a railroad mean?

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    A: Yield to trains crossing. The crossbuck marks a railroad crossing, and you must yield to trains. Wisconsin Motorists' Handbook (BDS126): Section 4: Signs — H. Railroad Crossing, page 34.

  6. Question 6How far in advance of the expiration date can you renew a Wisconsin driver license?

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    D: Up to one year. You can renew your license up to a year before its expiration date. Wisconsin Motorists' Handbook (BDS126): Section 2: Progression of Licenses — D. Regular Driver License, page 11.

  7. Question 7What does an "Exempt" sign at a railroad crossing mean?

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    A: Certain vehicles are not required to stop before crossing. An Exempt sign means certain vehicles are not required to stop before crossing. Wisconsin Motorists' Handbook (BDS126): Section 4: Signs — H. Railroad Crossing, page 34.

  8. Question 8When does the renewal period start for a Wisconsin probationary license?

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    A: 90 days before it expires. Renewal time starts 90 days before your probationary license expires. Wisconsin Motorists' Handbook (BDS126): Section 2: Progression of Licenses — D. Regular Driver License, page 11.

  9. Question 9What is the blue sign posted at every highway-railroad crossing for?

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    A: It lists a phone number to report problems or emergencies. The blue Report Problem or Emergency sign lists a number to report unsafe conditions such as a stuck vehicle or failed warning light. Wisconsin Motorists' Handbook (BDS126): Section 4: Signs — H. Railroad Crossing, page 35.

  10. Question 10A new resident with a regular driver license from another state should apply for a Wisconsin license within how many days of moving?

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    C: 60. Regular out-of-state license holders should apply for a Wisconsin license within 60 days after moving. Wisconsin Motorists' Handbook (BDS126): Section 2: Progression of Licenses — E. Out of State Transfers, page 12.

  11. Question 11What does the Reduced Speed Ahead sign mean?

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    A: Slow down; a lower speed limit is coming. Reduced Speed Ahead means you should slow down for what is ahead. Wisconsin Motorists' Handbook (BDS126): Section 4: Signs — B. Regulatory, page 28.

  12. Question 12A new resident with a commercial driver license from another state should apply for a Wisconsin CDL within how many days?

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    B: 30. CDL holders should apply within 30 days after moving to Wisconsin. Wisconsin Motorists' Handbook (BDS126): Section 2: Progression of Licenses — E. Out of State Transfers, page 12.

  13. Question 13How is a Wisconsin REAL ID-compliant card marked?

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    A: With a star. Wisconsin DMV issues REAL ID cards marked with a star. Wisconsin Motorists' Handbook (BDS126): Section 2: Progression of Licenses — F. REAL ID, page 12.

  14. Question 14How many demerit points within 12 months will suspend or revoke your Wisconsin driving privilege?

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    D: 12. You will not be able to drive if you get 12 or more demerit points within any 12-month period. Wisconsin Motorists' Handbook (BDS126): Section 11: Your Driving Privilege — A. Point System, page 57.

  15. Question 15For Wisconsin probationary license holders, what happens to demerit points?

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    A: They are doubled on the second and later convictions. Probationary license holders have points doubled on the second conviction and any after that. Wisconsin Motorists' Handbook (BDS126): Section 11: Your Driving Privilege — A. Point System, page 57.

  16. Question 16A Wisconsin habitual traffic offender has how many major traffic violations within five years?

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    C: Four or more. A habitual offender is convicted of four or more major or 12 or more minor violations within five years. Wisconsin Motorists' Handbook (BDS126): Section 11: Your Driving Privilege — B. Habitual Traffic Offender, page 57.

  17. Question 17How long is a Wisconsin habitual traffic offender's license revoked?

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    C: Five years. Habitual traffic offenders cannot drive for five years; they may be eligible for an occupational license after two years. Wisconsin Motorists' Handbook (BDS126): Section 11: Your Driving Privilege — B. Habitual Traffic Offender, page 57.

  18. Question 18How many hours per week may you drive with a Wisconsin occupational license?

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    C: Up to 60. An occupational license allows driving up to 12 hours a day and up to 60 hours a week for work, school and household needs. Wisconsin Motorists' Handbook (BDS126): Section 11: Your Driving Privilege — C. Occupational License, page 57.

  19. Question 19What kind of car insurance must you have to drive in Wisconsin?

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    A: Valid liability insurance. You must have valid liability car insurance and show proof if a police officer asks. Wisconsin Motorists' Handbook (BDS126): Section 12: Other Important Information — E. Insurance Requirements, page 59.

  20. Question 20You borrow a friend's car. Whose job is it to make sure the car is insured?

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    A: Yours, as the driver. If you are driving someone else's car, it is your job to make sure it has insurance. Wisconsin Motorists' Handbook (BDS126): Section 12: Other Important Information — E. Insurance Requirements, page 59.

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Our own questions, written from the Wisconsin Motorists' Handbook (BDS126) and checked against it. Not affiliated with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation, Division of Motor Vehicles (WisDOT DMV). Found a mistake? Tell us.