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What should you do if you experience a tire blowout while driving?
What should you do if you experience a tire blowout while driving?
When is it particularly important to be careful while turning or stopping in rainy weather?
When is it particularly important to be careful while turning or stopping in rainy weather?
What should a driver do when a vehicle begins to skid?
What should a driver do when a vehicle begins to skid?
In a four-way intersection controlled by stop signs, which driver has the right-of-way if both arrive simultaneously?
In a four-way intersection controlled by stop signs, which driver has the right-of-way if both arrive simultaneously?
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What should a driver with an Anti-Lock Braking System do when losing traction on a slippery road?
What should a driver with an Anti-Lock Braking System do when losing traction on a slippery road?
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How should drivers adjust their following distance when driving at night?
How should drivers adjust their following distance when driving at night?
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If a driver is worried, nervous, angry, or crying, what should they do before driving?
If a driver is worried, nervous, angry, or crying, what should they do before driving?
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What is a consequence of looking directly at the headlights of an oncoming vehicle at night?
What is a consequence of looking directly at the headlights of an oncoming vehicle at night?
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What should you do when encountering an aggressive driver?
What should you do when encountering an aggressive driver?
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What does a single broken yellow line indicate on a two-lane road?
What does a single broken yellow line indicate on a two-lane road?
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What does a solid white line down the center of a two-lane road signify?
What does a solid white line down the center of a two-lane road signify?
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What type of driver behavior does distracted driving encompass?
What type of driver behavior does distracted driving encompass?
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What does a double solid yellow line down the center of a two-lane road indicate?
What does a double solid yellow line down the center of a two-lane road indicate?
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What color are signs that indicate work zones on the highway?
What color are signs that indicate work zones on the highway?
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Why is focused attention on driving important?
Why is focused attention on driving important?
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What should you do at a four-way stop if two vehicles arrive at the same time?
What should you do at a four-way stop if two vehicles arrive at the same time?
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What does a single broken white line signify on a two-lane road?
What does a single broken white line signify on a two-lane road?
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What is the correct procedure for removing snow, frost, or ice from your vehicle?
What is the correct procedure for removing snow, frost, or ice from your vehicle?
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When passing parked vehicles, what should you be prepared for?
When passing parked vehicles, what should you be prepared for?
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If your vehicle does not have an Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) and you need to stop quickly, you should:
If your vehicle does not have an Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) and you need to stop quickly, you should:
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What does a regulatory sign with a red circle and a slash indicate?
What does a regulatory sign with a red circle and a slash indicate?
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What should drivers do upon encountering a 'Do Not Enter' sign?
What should drivers do upon encountering a 'Do Not Enter' sign?
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What is indicated by a 'Do Not Pass' sign?
What is indicated by a 'Do Not Pass' sign?
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When you see a 'Keep Right' sign, what should you do?
When you see a 'Keep Right' sign, what should you do?
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When passing on a two-lane road, what must a driver keep in mind?
When passing on a two-lane road, what must a driver keep in mind?
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What is the most important action to take before entering a curve?
What is the most important action to take before entering a curve?
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When stopped at an intersection with a stop sign, how should a driver check for oncoming traffic?
When stopped at an intersection with a stop sign, how should a driver check for oncoming traffic?
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What should a driver do when exiting a highway?
What should a driver do when exiting a highway?
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Why is it important to maintain a space cushion around your vehicle?
Why is it important to maintain a space cushion around your vehicle?
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What should a driver do when stopped on an incline?
What should a driver do when stopped on an incline?
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What is the best practice regarding speed when making a turn?
What is the best practice regarding speed when making a turn?
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What is a key consideration when passing another vehicle?
What is a key consideration when passing another vehicle?
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What should drivers do when encountering a reverse turn in the road?
What should drivers do when encountering a reverse turn in the road?
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What should drivers do when they see a directional arrow on the road?
What should drivers do when they see a directional arrow on the road?
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Which action is appropriate when approaching a merging traffic sign?
Which action is appropriate when approaching a merging traffic sign?
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What should drivers do when they encounter a cattle crossing sign?
What should drivers do when they encounter a cattle crossing sign?
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What is the appropriate action when seeing a sign indicating 'bicycle warning'?
What is the appropriate action when seeing a sign indicating 'bicycle warning'?
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When encountering a slippery when wet sign, drivers should:
When encountering a slippery when wet sign, drivers should:
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What should drivers remember when they see a 'fire station' sign?
What should drivers remember when they see a 'fire station' sign?
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When approaching a pedestrian crossing, what must drivers do?
When approaching a pedestrian crossing, what must drivers do?
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What should drivers do if there is an urgent safety issue at a railroad crossing?
What should drivers do if there is an urgent safety issue at a railroad crossing?
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What does a milepost indicate?
What does a milepost indicate?
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What is indicated by a guide sign?
What is indicated by a guide sign?
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Which of the following locations is signaled as being available at a recreation sign?
Which of the following locations is signaled as being available at a recreation sign?
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What does a destination sign primarily indicate?
What does a destination sign primarily indicate?
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Which of the following is NOT indicated by a recreational sign?
Which of the following is NOT indicated by a recreational sign?
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Where would a bus station likely be indicated?
Where would a bus station likely be indicated?
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What does a handicap-accessible sign indicate?
What does a handicap-accessible sign indicate?
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Study Notes
Initial Steps
- Provide required documentation
- Pass a vision screening test
- Pass a knowledge exam
- Pay applicable fees
- Obtain a learner's permit
- If 18 or older, practice supervised driving for 60 days; otherwise, complete an approved driver's education course. If under 18, hold permit for 9 months.
- Provide Driver's Education Completion Certificate (if applicable), signed by parent/guardian (if under 18)
- Pass a driving exam
Required Documentation
- Completed Driver's License Application (original or certified copy)
- Proof of Identity (original or certified copy)
- Proof of Legal Presence (original or certified copy)
- Two Proofs of Virginia Residency (original or certified copies)
- Proof of Social Security Number (original or certified copy)
- Proof of Legal Name Change (if applicable)
Fees
- $4 per year for a driver's license (minimum $20)
- $10 for a REAL ID
- $2 re-examination fee (if taken within 15 days)
- Additional fees may apply
Languages
- The knowledge exam is offered in American Sign Language (ASL), Amharic, Arabic, Chinese/Mandarin (Traditional), Dari, English, Farsi, French, German, Haitian Creole, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Kurdish, Mongolian, Nepali, Pashto, Punjabi, Russian, Spanish, Thai, Twi, Turkish, Urdu, and Vietnamese.
- Translators may not be used for tests in offered languages.
Knowledge Test Information
- Exam questions are from the Virginia Driver's Manual
- Two sections: Traffic Signs and General Knowledge.
- Traffic Sign section must be answered correctly (10 questions).
- 80% correct on General Knowledge exam multiple choice questions needed to pass
- Exam is given on a computer; an audio version is available
- Customers with special needs or requiring help should inform DMV staff.
- If knowledge exam is failed three times, the classroom component of driver's education must be completed before retaking the exam.
Top 150 Questions & Answers
- Residential zone speed limit: 25 mph.
- Speed limit for passenger vehicles and motorcycles in residential, school, and business zones is 25 mph, unless posted otherwise
- Business zone speed limit: 25 mph
- Legally considered driving under the influence if BAC is 0.08% or greater (21+); 0.02% for drivers under 21
- Safest place to install a child safety seat: center of the back seat
- Interstate highways in designated rural areas: 70 mph
Additional Information
- Passengers under 18 must use seat belts
- Children under 8 must be in approved safety seat
- Aggressive driving can result in license suspension (10-6 months)
- Texting while driving is illegal in Virginia
- Drivers under 18 may use cell phones only for emergency calls
- Combining alcohol and drugs multiplies the effects for driving
- Drivers with airbags should adjust steering wheel to tilt downward
- Drivers refusing chemical test will have license suspended/revoked
- Conviction for various offenses (evading police, unpaid gas, etc.) can lead to driving privilege suspension/revocation
- Following distance: 2 seconds (35 mph or less); 3 seconds (35-45 mph); 4 seconds (over 45 mph)
- Stopping distance depends on perception time, reaction distance, and braking distance
- Registering in Virginia requires liability insurance or a $500 uninsured motor vehicle fee
- Minimum property damage liability insurance: $20,000
- Passing an emergency vehicle with lights flashing: Move into a different lane (if possible then proceed).
- Cell phone use in work zones is illegal ($250 fine)
- Children under 2 should be transported in rear-facing car seats
- Tailgating may lead to unsafe driving
- Driving under influence of any impairing medication is illegal.
- Solid yellow lines next to broken yellow lines mean vehicles next to broken line may pass.
- When parking next to a curb, you cannot park closer than one foot from the curb.
- Your first response to reduced visibility should be reducing your speed
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Test your knowledge on essential driving safety practices with this quiz. You'll learn what to do during tire blowouts, skids, and under various weather conditions, as well as understanding right-of-way rules. Perfect for new drivers and anyone looking to refresh their driving knowledge.
