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Wyoming WYDOT permit practice test 8

25 questions written from the Rules of the Road: State of Wyoming Driver License Manual (Class C), covering emergencies, lanes, highways and freeways, hazards, weather and night driving, licensing laws and penalties, alcohol and drugs and more. Pick an answer to see straight away whether you're right and why.

25 questions
  1. Question 1Your car breaks down and you need to stop. How should you exit the vehicle?

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    C: On the side away from traffic. Stop with all four wheels on the shoulder, turn on flashers and get out on the side away from traffic. Rules of the Road: State of Wyoming Driver License Manual (Class C): Hazardous situations: Breakdowns, page 84.

  2. Question 2A vehicle is merging onto the Interstate next to you. What should you do if it is safe?

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    C: Move left to allow it a smooth, safe entry. Watch for vehicles entering the Interstate; if safe, move left to allow them a smooth entry. Rules of the Road: State of Wyoming Driver License Manual (Class C): Proper driving techniques on Interstates, page 61.

  3. Question 3What does the Wyoming manual say about cruise control on snow or ice?

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    C: Do not use cruise control. On snow or ice, do not use cruise control, never lock your brakes, and don't change speed or direction suddenly. Rules of the Road: State of Wyoming Driver License Manual (Class C): Weather conditions: Snow or ice, page 79.

  4. Question 4If your visual acuity is worse than 20/40 but at least 20/100, what does Wyoming require?

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    B: A driving skills test. If your acuity is worse than 20/40 but at least 20/100, you will be required to take a driving skills test. Rules of the Road: State of Wyoming Driver License Manual (Class C): Required tests: Vision screening, page 8.

  5. Question 5Which combination has been found to be one of the most dangerous for drivers?

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    D: Anger and alcohol. Anger and alcohol have been found to be one of the most dangerous combinations. Rules of the Road: State of Wyoming Driver License Manual (Class C): Other factors, page 36.

  6. Question 6What is a 'critical object'?

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    D: Any person, vehicle, animal or thing that could cause you to slow down, speed up or turn. A critical object is anything that could cause a driver to slow down, speed up or turn. Rules of the Road: State of Wyoming Driver License Manual (Class C): Safe driving tips (IPDE), page 73.

  7. Question 7Must you stop for a blind person with a white cane trying to cross the street?

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    A: Yes, always. You must always stop for blind persons attempting to cross a street with a white cane or guide dog. Rules of the Road: State of Wyoming Driver License Manual (Class C): Required stops, page 50.

  8. Question 8When should you drive onto a highway-rail crossing?

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    B: Only when you are sure you can clear the tracks on the other side without stopping. Never drive onto a crossing until you're sure you can clear the tracks on the other side without stopping. Rules of the Road: State of Wyoming Driver License Manual (Class C): Railroad crossings (highway-rail intersections), page 85.

  9. Question 9Your car breaks down on the Interstate. Should you walk for help?

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    A: No, do not walk for help on the Interstate. Do not walk for help if you are on the Interstate. Rules of the Road: State of Wyoming Driver License Manual (Class C): Hazardous situations: Breakdowns, page 84.

  10. Question 10Where should you watch for ice even after the sun comes out?

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    D: Bridges, overpasses and shaded areas. Watch for ice on bridges, overpasses and shaded areas, where it can remain after the sun comes out. Rules of the Road: State of Wyoming Driver License Manual (Class C): Winter Wheelin' (It's icy), page 44.

  11. Question 11How many times in one day may you take the Wyoming written test?

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    D: Twice. Applicants are allowed to take the written test twice in one day. Rules of the Road: State of Wyoming Driver License Manual (Class C): Written test – Automated Testing System, page 9.

  12. Question 12Under Wyoming's Implied Consent law, what may police do if you refuse a chemical test?

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    D: Obtain a warrant to require the test. If you refuse, law enforcement may obtain a warrant to require the test to be administered by an approved tester. Rules of the Road: State of Wyoming Driver License Manual (Class C): Drinking and driving — Is it worth it?, page 37.

  13. Question 13How far ahead do defensive drivers scan?

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    B: At least 10 to 15 seconds. Defensive drivers scan at least 10 to 15 seconds ahead. Rules of the Road: State of Wyoming Driver License Manual (Class C): Scan ahead, page 74.

  14. Question 14Which driver action causes a large percentage of car-motorcycle crashes?

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    C: Turning left in front of an oncoming motorcyclist. Drivers turning left in front of an oncoming cyclist cause a large percentage of car-cycle crashes; look and look again. Rules of the Road: State of Wyoming Driver License Manual (Class C): Motorcycles, page 69.

  15. Question 15You stop to help someone who slid off an icy road. What should you do?

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    C: Park well away from the crash site and be ready to move if someone else loses control. Park well away at the crash site and be ready to get out of the way should anyone else lose control there. Rules of the Road: State of Wyoming Driver License Manual (Class C): If one person skids, others may, page 46.

  16. Question 16On a snow-covered road you begin to skid. What does the Wyoming winter guidance say?

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    D: Gently turn into the skid and ease your foot off the gas. If you begin to skid, gently turn into the skid and ease off the gas until you regain control. Rules of the Road: State of Wyoming Driver License Manual (Class C): If you begin to skid, page 46.

  17. Question 17In what language are Wyoming driver tests given?

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    C: English only, with an interpreter allowed. All tests are given in English only; an interpreter may be used if a person can't speak or write English. Oral tests are available on request. Rules of the Road: State of Wyoming Driver License Manual (Class C): Written test – Automated Testing System, page 9.

  18. Question 18Can you be convicted of DWUI in Wyoming with a BAC below 0.08?

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    D: Yes, with a BAC of 0.05 and other supporting evidence. You may be convicted of DWUI with a BAC of 0.05 percent and other supporting evidence. Rules of the Road: State of Wyoming Driver License Manual (Class C): Drinking and driving — Is it worth it?, page 37.

  19. Question 19How early should you give hand or electrical signals before turning, according to the IPDE communication tips?

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    D: At least four to five seconds. Give hand or electrical signals at least four to five seconds before turning. Rules of the Road: State of Wyoming Driver License Manual (Class C): Communicate, page 74.

  20. Question 20Is it legal to drive alongside a motorcycle in the same lane if the lane is wide?

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    A: No, motorcycles are entitled to the full lane width; it's illegal. Motorcycles are entitled to the full lane; never move into the same lane alongside one—it's illegal and boxes you both in. Rules of the Road: State of Wyoming Driver License Manual (Class C): Motorcycles, page 69.

  21. Question 21With conventional (non-ABS) brakes on icy roads, what braking rule of thumb does Wyoming give?

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    A: Pump the brakes about once every second. Pumping conventional brakes once every second is a good rule of thumb; don't pump ABS brakes. Rules of the Road: State of Wyoming Driver License Manual (Class C): How brakes can best be used (ABS or conventional brakes), page 46.

  22. Question 22If you miss 13 or more questions on the Wyoming test, how long must you wait to retest?

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    D: Three days. Applicants who miss 13 or more questions must wait three days to be retested. Rules of the Road: State of Wyoming Driver License Manual (Class C): Skills test, page 9.

  23. Question 23How do 'stay-awake' pills (pep pills, speed) affect drivers?

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    C: They give a false feeling of alertness and hide how tired you are. These drugs give a false sense of alertness and confidence and keep drivers from realizing how tired they are. Rules of the Road: State of Wyoming Driver License Manual (Class C): Other drugs, page 37.

  24. Question 24What does it mean to be 'boxed in'?

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    A: Having vehicles or objects on both sides so you can only speed up or slow down. If there are vehicles, bicycles, pedestrians or objects on both sides, you're boxed in and can only speed up or slow down. Rules of the Road: State of Wyoming Driver License Manual (Class C): Space to the sides, page 76.

  25. Question 25How many motorcycles may ride abreast in the same lane in Wyoming?

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    D: No more than two, with both riders' consent. No more than two motorcycles may be driven abreast in the same lane, by consent of both riders. Rules of the Road: State of Wyoming Driver License Manual (Class C): Motorcycles, page 69.

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