Tennessee DMV Practice Test 4

Q: What topics does Tennessee DMV Practice Test 4 cover?

This test draws 10 questions from the Tennessee DMV handbook covering traffic laws, road signs, right-of-way rules, safe driving practices, and speed limits. Questions are selected using a fixed seed so Practice Test 4 always presents the same set — making it easy to track your improvement over multiple attempts.

Q: What should I do if I fail the Tennessee DMV written test?

Ask the examiner which topic areas tripped you up — most offices will give a general breakdown. Then return to these practice tests and focus on questions in those categories. Read every explanation carefully, not just for questions you got completely wrong. Most people who fail once pass on their second attempt after a few days of targeted review.

Q: Can I take the Tennessee DMV written test in a language other than English?

Yes — most state DMVs offer the knowledge test in multiple languages including Spanish, Chinese, Vietnamese, Korean, and others. Check the TN DMV website for the full list available at your local office. These practice tests are currently in English, but the questions and concepts are the same regardless of which language you choose for the real test.

Q: Do I need to read the entire Tennessee DMV handbook to pass?

You don't need to memorise it cover to cover, but reading it once — especially the chapters on traffic laws, right of way, and road signs — is strongly recommended. These practice tests are built directly from the handbook, so working through all 5 tests and reviewing each explanation effectively teaches you the highest-priority material without reading every page in detail.

Q: How do I pass the Tennessee DMV written test?

Work through all 5 free practice tests and read every explanation carefully — understanding the rule behind a correct answer is far more effective than memorising answers. Focus extra time on questions you miss. Consistently scoring above 85% across multiple tests is a strong indicator you're ready. Our premium question bank offers 403+ questions modelled directly on the TN DMV exam.

Question 1

In traffic moving 50–55 mph, you're least likely to have an accident if you:

Accepted Answer

Stay within that speed range.

Answer

Drive a few miles per hour faster than most other vehicles.

Answer

Drive a few miles per hour slower than most other vehicles.

Question 2

At what speed should you travel?

Accepted Answer

At a speed appropriate for road and weather conditions.

Answer

At the speed of vehicles surrounding you.

Answer

At the posted speed limit.

Question 3

A flashing red traffic light at an intersection means:

Accepted Answer

The same thing as a stop sign.

Answer

The light is about to turn green.

Answer

The same thing as a yield sign.

Question 4

If your vehicle becomes disabled on the highway, you should:

Accepted Answer

Park with all four wheels off the traveled highway, if possible.

Answer

Stop where you are.

Answer

Stop in the right lane.

Question 5

A steady red arrow on a traffic signal means:

Accepted Answer

Drivers cannot turn in the indicated direction.

Answer

Drivers may turn in the indicated direction after coming to a complete stop.

Answer

Drivers may turn in the indicated direction.

Question 6

Excessive speed most often:

Accepted Answer

Often leads to high-risk decision-making.

Answer

Does not increase the chance of a crash.

Answer

Increases your ability to react to a hazard.

Question 7

If the rear of your car starts skidding to the left, what is the correct steering action?

Accepted Answer

Steer to the left.

Answer

Steer to the right.

Answer

Tap your brakes lightly and shift into neutral.

Question 8

Where should a driver direct their attention while driving?

Accepted Answer

Watch beside, ahead, and to the rear of their car.

Answer

Stare directly in front of their car.

Answer

Only focus on the middle of the road.

Question 9

Which driving skills are affected by alcohol or drugs?

Accepted Answer

All of the above.

Answer

Reaction time and coordination.

Answer

Alertness and concentration.

Question 10

When the centerline is a broken yellow line beside a solid yellow line, what does that mean?

Accepted Answer

Passing is permitted from the lane next to the broken yellow line.

Answer

Passing is permitted from the lane next to the solid yellow line.

Answer

Passing is not permitted from either direction.

Question 1 of 10

In traffic moving 50–55 mph, you're least likely to have an accident if you:

About This Tennessee Practice Test

What topics does Tennessee DMV Practice Test 4 cover?

What should I do if I fail the Tennessee DMV written test?

Can I take the Tennessee DMV written test in a language other than English?

Do I need to read the entire Tennessee DMV handbook to pass?

How do I pass the Tennessee DMV written test?