Louisiana DMV Learner's Permit Test
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You must stop at least _______ from a school bus and wait until it starts up again.

30 feet

When driving at a moderate speed and the traffic light changes to yellow, you should _______.

stop

If you have your bright lights on, and you meet another vehicle coming toward you, you should dim your headlights about _______ from the oncoming vehicle.

500 feet

Give a continuous turn signal at least _______ before making a turn.

<p>100 feet</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should you do when you see an emergency vehicle with flashing lights and sirens coming?

<p>pull over to the right side of the road and stop</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should you do if you encounter a layer of water on the road after a heavy rain?

<p>slow down</p> Signup and view all the answers

If the rear end of your car begins to skid to the right side, you should turn your front wheels to the _______.

<p>right</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where are vehicle/motorcycle accidents most likely to occur?

<p>intersection</p> Signup and view all the answers

Arm extended straight out of the window means you're turning _______.

<p>left</p> Signup and view all the answers

How far ahead should you watch the traffic ahead of you?

<p>10-15 seconds</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the steps for entering an interstate highway?

<p>signal, speed up in acceleration lane, merge when safe</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the approximate stopping distance of a car traveling at 55 mph?

<p>228 feet</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does a solid yellow line on your side of the lane mean?

<p>no passing allowed</p> Signup and view all the answers

When approached, what should you do at a flashing red light?

<p>stop, then go ahead when the way is clear</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does a white line marking on the pavement mean?

<p>crossing into another lane is dangerous</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should be turned on when driving in the fog?

<p>low beam headlights</p> Signup and view all the answers

On a four-lane roadway, how should left turns be made?

<p>left lane into left lane</p> Signup and view all the answers

When is the pavement most slippery?

<p>just begun to rain</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the safe following distance of the car ahead of you?

<p>2 seconds</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the safe following distance of the car ahead of you in bad weather conditions?

<p>4 seconds</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should you do when you are involved in an accident?

<p>stop, help the injured, call the police, exchange information with the other driver(s), and notify your insurance company</p> Signup and view all the answers

When a driver refuses to take the test to determine whether or not they are intoxicated, how long will their license be suspended?

<p>6 months (180 days)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should you do if you miss your exit?

<p>go to the next exit, turn around, and go back</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should you do if you are turning left and a bicyclist is crossing the intersection from the opposite direction?

<p>yield the right of way to the bicyclist</p> Signup and view all the answers

Driving with 4 people in the front seat is considered what?

<p>unlawful (illegal)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is required at a flashing red light?

<p>a complete stop</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is road rage considered as?

<p>a criminal offense</p> Signup and view all the answers

What affects your ability to drive by slowing down your reaction time?

<p>fatigue</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Louisiana Law state concerning seatbelts?

<p>all passengers in the vehicle must wear seatbelts</p> Signup and view all the answers

Inconsiderate driving, tailgating, and failure to signal lane changes is known as what?

<p>aggressive driving</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the mandatory seat for children ages 3-4 called?

<p>booster seat with restraints</p> Signup and view all the answers

What could boredom on long trips cause?

<p>highway hypnosis</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where in a car is the safest place for a child in a child safety restraint?

<p>middle of the back seat</p> Signup and view all the answers

Driving while nervous, angry, or worried may make you what?

<p>accident prone</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should you do when being tailgated?

<p>slow down (encouraging them to pass you)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where are the blind spots of your vehicle?

<p>left and right back next to the front door</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Louisiana DMV Learner's Permit Test Key Facts

  • Stop at least 30 feet from a stopped school bus until it resumes movement.
  • When a traffic light turns yellow while driving at moderate speed, you should come to a stop.
  • Dim bright headlights about 500 feet from oncoming vehicles to ensure safety.
  • Always signal continuously at least 100 feet before making a turn.
  • When an emergency vehicle approaches with flashing lights, pull over to the right side and stop.
  • If encountering water on the road after heavy rain, slow down to maintain control.
  • In a skidding situation, turn the front wheels to the right if the rear end skids right.
  • Vehicle and motorcycle accidents are most likely to occur at intersections.
  • Arm extended straight out of the window indicates a left turn is being made.
  • Maintain awareness of traffic ahead by looking 10-15 seconds in advance.
  • Entering an interstate highway involves signaling, accelerating in the acceleration lane, and merging safely.
  • Approximate stopping distance for a car traveling at 55 mph is 228 feet.
  • A solid yellow line on your side of the lane indicates no passing is allowed.
  • A flashing red light requires a complete stop before proceeding when safe.
  • White line markings on the pavement indicate that crossing into another lane is dangerous.
  • Use low beam headlights when driving in fog conditions for better visibility.
  • Make left turns on a four-lane roadway by turning from the left lane into the left lane.
  • The pavement is most slippery just after rain begins.
  • Maintain a safe following distance of 2 seconds behind the car ahead under normal conditions.
  • In adverse weather, increase the safe following distance to 4 seconds.
  • In the event of an accident, stop, assist any injured parties, call the police, exchange information, and notify your insurance company.
  • Refusing to take an intoxication test results in a 6-month (180 days) license suspension.
  • If an exit is missed, go to the next exit, turn around, and return to the desired route.
  • Yield the right of way to bicyclists if turning left and they are crossing from the opposite direction.
  • Having four people in the front seat is unlawful (illegal).
  • A complete stop is required at a flashing red light.
  • Road rage is considered a criminal offense.
  • Fatigue negatively impacts driving ability and slows reaction time.
  • Louisiana law mandates that all passengers must wear seatbelts.
  • Aggressive driving includes tailgating and not signaling lane changes.
  • Children aged 3-4 must use a booster seat with restraints according to law.
  • Highway hypnosis can result from boredom during long trips.
  • The middle of the back seat is the safest place for a child in a child safety restraint.
  • Nervous, angry, or worried driving can make a driver accident-prone.
  • When being tailgated, slow down to encourage the tailgater to pass.
  • Blind spots of your vehicle are located on the left and right back next to the front door.
  • Hydroplaning occurs when tires lose contact with the road due to water.

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Test your knowledge with these flashcards designed for the Louisiana DMV learner's permit test. Covering key concepts such as stopping distances from school buses and headlight usage, this quiz will help you prepare for your driving exam. Perfect for anyone getting ready to hit the road in Louisiana.

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