Nebraska Learner's Permit Test

Questions and Answers

What blood concentration level is illegal for a driver under 21?

0.02%

What blood concentration level is illegal for drivers operating a commercial vehicle?

0.04%

What blood concentration level is illegal regardless of age or vehicle type?

0.08%

What must kids up to age 6 ride in?

A federally approved child safety seat Signup and view all the answers

What must children from 6-18 ride in?

A safety belt or child safety seat Signup and view all the answers

What happens if a driver holds a POP or school permit?

All passengers must be buckled up Signup and view all the answers

What happens if you violate seatbelt laws?

There is a $25 fine and 1 point goes on your driving record Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended hand position for vehicles with airbags?

9 o'clock and 3 o'clock Signup and view all the answers

Where should you never use a rear-facing infant safety seat?

In the front passenger seat of an airbag equipped vehicle Signup and view all the answers

What is using a handheld wireless communication device to read, type, or send written communication while operating a motor vehicle?

A secondary offense Signup and view all the answers

What is defensive driving?

Driving alertly to prevent crashes Signup and view all the answers

What is the three-second rule?

Leave at least three seconds of time between you and the nearest vehicle Signup and view all the answers

What should you do if you see a deer?

Firmly brake, steer, and stop Signup and view all the answers

When should you never put your steering wheel in the 'lock' position?

When the vehicle is in motion Signup and view all the answers

What does a solid red stoplight mean?

Come to a complete stop before reaching the intersection, stop line, or crosswalk, and remain stopped Signup and view all the answers

When can traffic signals be ignored?

When a traffic officer is directing traffic or to make room for emergency vehicles Signup and view all the answers

What happens if a traffic signal is dark?

The intersection is treated as an all-way stop Signup and view all the answers

What does a solid yellow traffic signal mean?

The light is about to change. If the vehicle hasn't entered the intersection, it should be brought to a safe stop. If in the intersection, continue moving and clear it safely Signup and view all the answers

What does a solid green traffic signal mean?

A vehicle may proceed through an intersection in the direction indicated by the signal if the roadway is clear Signup and view all the answers

What does a flashing red light mean?

A complete stop is required, yielding to oncoming traffic or pedestrians before proceeding Signup and view all the answers

What does a flashing yellow light mean?

Be alert and proceed with caution. They are used to draw attention to a sign or location that requires extra attention Signup and view all the answers

What does a red arrow indicate?

Come to a complete stop before reaching the intersection, stop line, or crosswalk, and remain stopped Signup and view all the answers

What does a yellow arrow signify?

A warning that the light is about to change. If a vehicle has not entered the intersection, it should be brought to a safe stop. If in the intersection, continue moving in the direction of the arrow and clear it safely Signup and view all the answers

What does a flashing yellow arrow mean?

If in the proper lane, proceed in the direction of the arrow after yielding to approaching traffic and/or pedestrians Signup and view all the answers

What does a green arrow indicate?

If in the proper lane, proceed in the direction of the arrow Signup and view all the answers

When can you make a right turn on red?

Unless signs prohibiting it are posted at the intersection Signup and view all the answers

When can you make a left turn on red?

If traveling on a one-way street and turning onto another one-way street Signup and view all the answers

What are lane use signals used for?

To reverse lane direction during different hours of the day Signup and view all the answers

What does a red X lane use signal mean?

Don't drive Signup and view all the answers

What does a steady yellow X lane use signal indicate?

The driver should move out of the lane as soon as safely possible Signup and view all the answers

What does a downward green arrow lane use signal mean?

Drive Signup and view all the answers

What is a pedestrian hybrid beacon?

A device used to warn and control traffic at an unsignalized location to assist pedestrians in crossing a street or highway Signup and view all the answers

What does a flashing yellow light on a pedestrian hybrid beacon mean?

The beacon will soon be solid yellow, the driver must stop Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) Limits

Under 21: Illegal to drive with a BAC of .02% or higher.
Commercial vehicle drivers: Illegal with a BAC of .04% or more.
All drivers: Illegal with a BAC of .08% or above.

Child Safety Requirements

Children up to age 6 must use a federally approved child safety seat.
Children aged 6 to 18 are required to use a safety belt or child safety seat.

Seatbelt Laws

Drivers with a POP or school permit must ensure all passengers are buckled.
Violating seatbelt laws incurs a $25 fine and adds 1 point to the driving record.

Safe Driving Practices

Recommended hand position on the steering wheel is 9 and 3 o'clock for vehicles with airbags.
Never place a rear-facing infant seat in the front passenger seat of an airbag-equipped vehicle.

Communication Device Regulations

Using handheld devices for communication while driving is considered a secondary offense.

Defensive Driving Techniques

Defensive driving involves being alert to prevent crashes.
Follow the three-second rule: maintain at least three seconds of distance from the vehicle ahead.

Dealing with Animals on the Road

If encountering a deer, firmly brake, steer, and come to a stop.

Steering Wheel Safety

Never lock the steering wheel while the vehicle is in motion.

Traffic Light Regulations

A solid red stoplight requires a complete stop before the intersection.
Traffic signals can be ignored only if directed by an officer or to yield for emergency vehicles.
A dark traffic signal means treat it as an all-way stop.

Traffic Signal Colors

A solid yellow light indicates the signal is changing; stop if possible.
A solid green light allows proceeding through the intersection if clear.
A flashing red light mandates a complete stop and yielding to traffic and pedestrians.
A flashing yellow light signals caution and requires attention.

Arrow Signals

A red arrow requires a full stop similar to a solid red light.
A yellow arrow warns of an impending change; stop if safe.
A flashing yellow arrow indicates to proceed after yielding if in the correct lane.
A green arrow permits proceeding in the indicated direction if in the proper lane.

Turning Regulations

Right turns on red are allowed unless posted otherwise.
Left turns on red are permitted when turning from one one-way street to another.

Lane Use Signals

Lane use signals manage traffic direction based on time of day.
A red X prohibits lane use.
A yellow X indicates to exit lane as soon as safely possible.
A green arrow signals that it is safe to drive in the lane.

Pedestrian Safety Devices

A pedestrian hybrid beacon helps manage traffic for safe pedestrian crossings.
A flashing yellow light on this beacon signals that the light will soon turn solid yellow, requiring drivers to prepare to stop.

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