West Virginia DMV Practice Test - Free 20 Questions

Question 1

If you reach an intersection where you wish to turn but are not in the correct lane, what should you do?

Accepted Answer

Proceed to the next intersection and make the turn from the proper lane.

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Turn from your current lane without signaling.

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Back up to position yourself for the turn.

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Quickly cut across traffic to make the turn.

Question 2

Which document must the driver present when stopped for a violation or equipment check?

Accepted Answer

Driver's license.

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Proof of vehicle registration.

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Proof of insurance.

Question 3

You may pass another vehicle when the line dividing lanes is a ____ line.

Accepted Answer

Broken white.

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Solid yellow.

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Solid white.

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Double solid yellow.

Question 4

What should a driver who is traveling much slower than the normal flow of traffic do?

Accepted Answer

Pull off the road at the earliest safe point to let traffic pass if it is causing a backup.

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Refuse to allow cars to pass behind them.

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Accelerate to the speed limit regardless of conditions.

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Always stay in the left lane.

Question 5

When should you look over your shoulder to check your vehicle's blind spot?

Accepted Answer

Whenever you are changing lanes

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Every five minutes while driving.

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Only on highways when passing another vehicle.

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Only when parking.

Question 6

An advisory speed sign for a curve should be treated how in bad weather?

Accepted Answer

Reduce speed below the advisory limit when roads are wet, snowy, or icy.

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Be ignored if you are comfortable driving faster.

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Follow only when traffic is heavy.

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Increase speed to maintain momentum.

Question 7

What should be your first response to reduced visibility while driving?

Accepted Answer

Reduce your speed.

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Turn on high-beam headlights.

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Turn on windshield wipers.

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Stop immediately in the travel lane.

Question 8

What should you never do while stopped in a travel lane?

Accepted Answer

All of the above.

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Stop to drop off passengers.

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Stop to look up an address.

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Make a U-turn or back up if you missed an exit.

Question 9

A regulatory sign with a red circle and slash through a symbol indicates:

Accepted Answer

An action is forbidden.

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Drivers should come to a complete stop.

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Some drivers must yield to others.

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That the road is closed.

Question 10

To avoid collisions with vehicles in blind spots, you should:

Accepted Answer

Turn your head and glance over your shoulder in the direction you plan to move before changing lanes.

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Honk continuously before changing lanes.

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Adjust rearview mirrors every minute

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Rely only on automatic sensors.

Question 11

What do two solid yellow lines down the center of the road indicate?

Accepted Answer

Passing is not allowed from either direction.

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Passing is allowed for both directions.

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Passing is allowed when safe.

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One-way traffic only.

Question 12

What can happen to a bicyclist who fails to obey traffic laws?

Accepted Answer

They can be ticketed.

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They will always receive just a warning from law enforcement.

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They cannot be stopped by police.

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They are always correct because they are more vulnerable.

Question 13

Which statement about sudden weather changes is correct?

Accepted Answer

You should slow down in rain and fog.

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You can drive the same as in clear weather.

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You should increase your speed in rain to pass quickly.

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You should ignore vehicles behind you in bad weather.

Question 14

If an aggressive driver cuts you off, how should you react?

Accepted Answer

Stay calm and move out of their way.

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Call the police immediately while driving erratically.

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Try to block them from passing.

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Flash your lights to reprimand them.

Question 15

When is it allowed to cross double solid yellow lines?

Accepted Answer

To make a left turn into or from a driveway

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To pass a slow-moving passenger car when safe.

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To pass another car going the same direction.

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To overtake bicyclists at any time.

Question 16

At a railroad crossing without flashing warnings or gates, how should you proceed?

Accepted Answer

Approach with caution and be prepared to yield to any train, ensuring room to clear the tracks.

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Cross immediately to save time.

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Always stop no matter what.

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Shift gears while crossing to avoid stalling.

Question 17

Which statement about speed is true?

Accepted Answer

Driving too slowly on certain highways can be dangerous.

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Speeding can kill.

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Speeding is safe if you are a skilled driver.

Question 18

When entering a highway from a driveway or private road, you should:

Accepted Answer

Yield to traffic on the highway.

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Yield to vehicles on your left only.

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Drive quickly onto the road to merge.

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Assume you have the right-of-way.

Question 19

Where is it unsafe and illegal to pass another vehicle?

Accepted Answer

On a hill or in a curve where you cannot see oncoming traffic.

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On the shoulder of the road.

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When the passing lane is clear and marked with a broken yellow line.

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On a multilane expressway with three lanes.

Question 20

Which practice can help reduce road rage and aggressive driving?

Accepted Answer

Allow extra travel time so you are not rushed.

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Refuse to use turn signals so others adapt.

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Tailgate slower drivers to keep traffic moving.

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Speed up to pass slower drivers quickly.

Question 1 of 20

If you reach an intersection where you wish to turn but are not in the correct lane, what should you do?