Hawaii DMV Practice Test - Free 20 Questions

Question 1

What is the minimum age to apply for a learner's permit in Hawaii?

Accepted Answer

15 and a half

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14

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15

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16

Question 2

Are studded tires legal in Hawaii?

Accepted Answer

No, studded tires are prohibited in Hawaii

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Yes, in mountainous areas during winter months

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Yes, on all roads from October through April

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Yes, but only on unpaved roads

Question 3

What is the legal BAC limit for adult drivers (age 21+) in Hawaii?

Accepted Answer

0.08%

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0.04%

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0.06%

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0.10%

Question 4

Hawaii's zero tolerance law for drivers under 21 sets the illegal BAC at:

Accepted Answer

0.02%

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0.00%

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0.04%

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0.08%

Question 5

You are driving near a lava zone in Hawaii and encounter a road that has been partially covered by a recent lava flow. You should:

Accepted Answer

Turn around immediately — lava-covered roads are impassable and dangerous

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Drive slowly over the hardened lava surface

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Check the surface temperature and proceed if it looks cool

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Drive on the shoulder to avoid the lava flow area

Question 6

Which of the following is a unique road hazard in Hawaii that does not exist in most mainland U.S. states?

Accepted Answer

Active lava flows crossing roadways in volcanic zones

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Dense fog on mountain roads

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Dust storms in dry valleys

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Permafrost-caused road buckling

Question 7

Does Hawaii drive on the right side of the road like the mainland United States?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Hawaii drives on the right side of the road, like all U.S. states

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No, Hawaii drives on the left like Japan (due to historical ties)

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It depends on the island — Maui drives on the left

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Only on private roads — public roads use the left

Question 8

What is the default speed limit on most urban streets in Hawaii when no speed limit sign is posted?

Accepted Answer

25 mph

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20 mph

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30 mph

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35 mph

Question 9

Under Hawaii's GDL program, what nighttime restriction applies to drivers under 18 with a provisional license?

Accepted Answer

No driving between 10 PM and 5 AM without a licensed adult

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No nighttime restriction applies

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No driving between 11 PM and 5 AM without a licensed adult

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No driving between midnight and 6 AM without a licensed adult

Question 10

What must you do when a school bus stops on a two-lane Hawaii road and activates its flashing red lights?

Accepted Answer

Stop in both directions at least 20 feet from the bus until lights stop flashing

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Stop only if you are driving behind the bus

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Slow to 15 mph and pass carefully

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Stop only when children are crossing the road

Question 11

What is the speed limit on most Hawaii roads that are not otherwise posted on the island of Oahu?

Accepted Answer

55 mph

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35 mph

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45 mph

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65 mph

Question 12

What is the maximum speed limit on Hawaii expressways (H-1, H-2, H-3)?

Accepted Answer

65 mph

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55 mph

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60 mph

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70 mph

Question 13

On a two-lane Hawaii road, a solid yellow line is on your side of the center. You may:

Accepted Answer

Not pass — solid yellow on your side prohibits crossing to pass

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Pass if you can complete the maneuver quickly

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Pass only if the other car is going 10+ mph below the limit

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Pass only if you signal 200 feet in advance

Question 14

You are driving in Hawaii near the Kilauea volcano area and smell sulfur dioxide (volcanic gas). What should you do?

Accepted Answer

Turn around and leave the area — volcanic gas (vog) can be harmful, especially for people with respiratory conditions

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Open windows to ventilate the car and continue driving

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Stop and wait for the gas to dissipate

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Accelerate through the area quickly

Question 15

In Hawaii, when must you turn on your headlights?

Accepted Answer

From sunset to sunrise and whenever visibility is less than 500 feet

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Only after dark

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Only in rain or fog

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Only on highways at night

Question 16

What is the minimum following distance recommended in Hawaii for normal driving conditions?

Accepted Answer

3 seconds

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1 second

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2 seconds

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4 seconds

Question 17

Can you turn right on a red light in Hawaii?

Accepted Answer

Yes, after a complete stop and yielding, unless a sign prohibits it

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No, right turns on red are prohibited statewide

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Yes, without stopping if no pedestrians are visible

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Only between 7 AM and 9 PM

Question 18

Under Hawaii's implied consent law, refusing a chemical test after a DUI stop results in:

Accepted Answer

A 1-year license revocation for the first refusal

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No penalty — refusal is a constitutional right

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Only a fine — no license action

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A warning on the first offense

Question 19

What does a flashing yellow light at a Hawaii intersection mean?

Accepted Answer

Slow down and proceed with caution

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Stop completely and yield before proceeding

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The signal is broken — treat as a 4-way stop

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The intersection is closed ahead

Question 20

When an emergency vehicle with active lights and siren approaches from behind in Hawaii, you must:

Accepted Answer

Pull to the right side of the road and stop until the vehicle has passed

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Speed up to the next intersection and pull off

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Stop immediately in your current lane

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Move to the left lane and reduce speed

Question 1 of 20

What is the minimum age to apply for a learner's permit in Hawaii?