Tennessee Permit Practice Test

Questions and Answers

What are properly adjusted seat belt restraints designed to prevent?

Both A and C. (correct)

They are designed to prevent whiplash if hit from behind.

They should always be at a level even with the back.

The driver should drive with both hands on the steering wheel approximately in the:

7 o'clock and 5 o'clock positions

11 o'clock and 6 o'clock positions

9 o'clock and 3 o'clock positions (correct)

When adjusting the driver's seat for best driving posture, set the seat in an upright position where your body is about how far from the steering wheel?

18 to 24 inches

10 to 12 inches (correct)

6 to 8 inches

A child in a child passenger restraint system (car seat) should:

A & B Signup and view all the answers

The lap belt should be worn:

By pregnant women below the abdomen and the shoulder belt above the belly. Signup and view all the answers

The safest place for children 12 and under to ride in a vehicle equipped with airbags is:

The back seat Signup and view all the answers

What does the red triangular sign that says 'yield' mean?

Slow down and yield to traffic on the main road when merging. Signup and view all the answers

What does a traffic signal with a yellow left arrow indicate to the driver?

Both of the above. Signup and view all the answers

If the broken yellow line is on the right of the solid yellow line, what does it mean?

You are in a 'passing zone' and it is safe to pass other vehicles if no oncoming traffic is present. Signup and view all the answers

It is illegal to park:

Both of the above. Signup and view all the answers

The two-second rule for following at a safe distance will hold true at:

Any speed. Signup and view all the answers

Which lane must you be in before making a left turn from a one-way street?

The lane nearest the left curb. Signup and view all the answers

Motorists are required by law when passing a bicycle traveling in the same direction to allow a minimum distance of:

3 feet Signup and view all the answers

When entering an interstate highway, you should:

Check for cars, increase your speed to match the flow of traffic and merge when the way is clear. Signup and view all the answers

Emergency crossovers on the interstate are legal in Tennessee for:

Emergency vehicles and highway maintenance crews only. Signup and view all the answers

Interstate driving demands require the driver to:

Both of the above. Signup and view all the answers

If involved in a reportable accident, the operator of the vehicle must file an accident report to the Department of Safety within:

20 Days Signup and view all the answers

If you are not the first at the scene of an accident and your help is not needed, what should you do?

Drive on and do not interfere with procedures. Signup and view all the answers

A driver license may be revoked or suspended for:

Both of the above. Signup and view all the answers

Continuous hard braking on ice and snow often:

Locks the front wheels causing loss of steering control. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Seat Belts and Safety

Properly adjusted seat belts can prevent whiplash in rear-end collisions and must be worn correctly.
The lap belt should be placed below the abdomen and above the belly for pregnant women for safety.
Children 12 and under should always ride in the back seat, away from airbag deployments.

Driver Positioning

The driver should maintain both hands on the steering wheel at the 9 o'clock and 3 o'clock positions for optimal control.
The driver’s seat should be positioned 10 to 12 inches away from the steering wheel for best posture and safety.

Child Passenger Safety

Children under 1 year old or weighing less than 20 pounds should be in rear-facing car seats.
Forward-facing car seats are appropriate for children aged 1 to 3 years and over 20 pounds.

Road Signs and Signals

A yield sign signals the need to slow down and yield to main road traffic when merging.
A yellow left arrow indicates that a protected left turn is ending, urging the driver to yield to oncoming traffic.

Driving Laws and Regulations

The center line with a broken yellow line indicates a passing zone for drivers when it is safe to do so.
It is illegal to park within 15 feet of a fire hydrant and within 50 feet of a railroad crossing.

Safe Driving Practices

The two-second rule should be applied at any speed to maintain a safe following distance.
When merging onto an interstate, match the flow of traffic and ensure the lane is clear before entering.

Bicycle and Vehicle Interaction

Motorists must keep a minimum distance of 3 feet when passing a bicycle traveling in the same direction.

Emergency Situations and Reporting

Emergency crossovers on interstates should only be used by emergency vehicles and highway maintenance crews.
An accident report must be filed with the Department of Safety within 20 days of a reportable accident.

Responsibility and Conduct After an Accident

If not the first at an accident scene and your assistance is not needed, drive on to avoid interfering with emergency procedures.

Traffic Violations and Consequences

A driver's license may be suspended for accumulating 12 or more points from traffic law violations within a year or for fraudulent activities related to the license.

Winter Driving Tips

Continuous hard braking on ice and snow can cause loss of steering control due to locked front wheels; gradual braking is safer.

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