Virginia DMV Practice Test - Free 20 Questions

Question 1

When an emergency vehicle approaches with lights or siren active, what must a driver do immediately?

Accepted Answer

Pull to the right and stop.

Answer

Slow down and stay in lane.

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Pull to the right and turn on four-way flashers.

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Drive to the left shoulder and stop

Question 2

Which statement best describes drivers who have consumed alcohol and then drive?

Accepted Answer

They do not have sufficient control over their bodies, minds, or vehicles

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They are always aware of the risks,

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They become better drivers because they are more careful

Question 3

When approaching railroad tracks, what should you do?

Accepted Answer

Look and listen, slow down, and be prepared to stop.

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Speed up to cross before a train appears.

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Drive around lowered gates if a car is stuck on the tracks.

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Keep radio volume high to hear signals better.

Question 4

How must a driver respond to a flashing red traffic signal?

Accepted Answer

Come to a complete stop, yield to traffic and pedestrians, then proceed when safe.

Answer

Slow down and continue without stopping.

Answer

Merge to the right.

Question 5

If you socialize and drink alcohol, what is a safe option to ensure safe travel?

Accepted Answer

Ride home with a friend who has not been drinking.

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Drink coffee before driving.

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Take a cold shower before driving.

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Wait 10 minutes and then drive

Question 6

Does talking or texting on a cell phone significantly increase crash risk?

Accepted Answer

True

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False

Question 7

When driving near heavy trucks, what must other drivers allow for?

Accepted Answer

The increased stopping distance required by large vehicles

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The decreased stopping distance of trucks

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The reduced noise levels from larger vehicles

Question 8

Which behavior describes an inattentive driver?

Accepted Answer

Daydreaming or staring at objects off the roadway while driving.

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Checking mirrors frequently and scanning traffic.

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Watching only the car directly ahead.

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Using turn signals when changing lanes.

Question 9

When making an emergency roadside stop, is it unnecessary to set the parking brake?

Accepted Answer

False

Answer

True

Question 10

Which traffic signal situation requires you to come to a complete stop, yield, then proceed when clear?

Accepted Answer

A flashing red light.

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A solid green light.

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A flashing yellow light.

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A steady yellow light

Question 11

If an oncoming vehicle fails to dim its high beams, where should you glance?

Accepted Answer

Toward the right edge of your lane.

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Directly at the source of the light.

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Toward the left side of the road.

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At the center line for reference.

Question 12

What is the default speed limit in business, residential, and school districts unless otherwise posted?

Accepted Answer

25 mph

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15 mph

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30 mph

Question 13

Before turning left at an intersection, what is important to do?

Accepted Answer

Yield to oncoming vehicles and pedestrians

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Sound your horn to warn oncoming traffic

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Swing to the right side of your lane to make room

Question 14

What type of signs are typically orange?

Accepted Answer

Work zone and construction signs.

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Regulatory signs like speed limits.

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School zone signs.

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Recreational area signs.

Question 15

What does a 'Reduced speed, 35 mph' sign mean?

Accepted Answer

The new 35 mph speed limit begins at this sign.

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The reduced speed begins at the next sign.

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You have plenty of time to slow down before the zone.

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The advisory speed begins after the sign

Question 16

At a school crossing sign, what should drivers do?

Accepted Answer

Watch for children and be prepared to stop.

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Always stop even if no children are present.

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Always sound your horn when children are near.

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Drive at normal speed if no crossing guard is present

Question 17

Is signaling before turning, changing lanes, or pulling away from a curb required?

Accepted Answer

Yes — it is required by law and a good habit

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Only if other traffic is present

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Only during the maneuver itself, not beforehand

Question 18

What should you adjust first when you sit in a vehicle before driving?

Accepted Answer

Your seat.

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Your rearview mirror.

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Your seat belt.

Question 19

Signs that warn drivers about hazardous conditions are called what?

Accepted Answer

Warning signs

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Regulatory signs

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Information signs

Question 20

Which statement about speed is correct?

Accepted Answer

Driving too slowly on some highways can be dangerous.

Answer

Speeding is safe if you are skilled.

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Speed has no effect on crash severity.

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Speeding never results in fatalities

Question 1 of 20

When an emergency vehicle approaches with lights or siren active, what must a driver do immediately?