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Drivers Education Exam

Instructions:
  • Answer 50 questions in 15 minutes.
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  • Match each statement with the correct term.
  • Don't refresh. All questions and answers are randomly picked and ordered every time you load a test.

This is a study tool. The 3 wrong answers for each question are randomly chosen from answers to other questions. So, you might find at times the answers obvious, but you will see it re-enforces your understanding as you take the test each time.
1. When backing straight you should look over your right shoulder






2. When seated properly - the driver's chin should be above the steering wheel






3. Steady Amber Light






4. The alcoholic content of a glass of wine - a mug of beer - or an ounce of whisky is...






5. Gears below drive - provide more engine power






6. The correct method of steering through a turn is...






7. Position one on the ignition switch allows you to use accessories with the engine off






8. The vision that enables you to detect movement to the side is...






9. What isn't a necessary step when approaching a vehicle?






10. When seated properly - the driver should be at least ____ inches from the steering wheel






11. Locking the door ensures that they will not fly open during a crash






12. Flashing Amber Light






13. The function of an odometer is to






14. Weight transfer from side to side is known as






15. Estimating distance between yourself and an object






16. Locking your wheels in an emergency braking situation






17. In traditional mirror settings - there is a blind spot






18. All vehicles have adjustable head restraints






19. The first thing to do when moving your vehicle into traffic is to






20. The vision requirement in VA for obtaining a driver's license is...






21. When an oncoming vehicle's headlights are too bright - you should






22. The type of license which will allow a person to drive a large truck or van designed for 16 or more passengers is a...






23. You are required to dim your headlights when you are within ____ feet of an approaching vehicle






24. The panic button on a wireless remote door control






25. If you come to a stop sign and there is no white stop line






26. When you pack your car for a long trip - the heaviest items should be






27. General warning signs are






28. Braking just short of lockup is known as






29. The use or cruise control is helpful on slippery roadways






30. The uninsured motorist fee provides you with minimal insurance converage in the event of a crash.






31. When pulling into traffic - the following is a crucial consideration






32. An applicant for a learner's permit must score ____ on signs test






33. There are plenty of donated organs to meet the needs of all patients.






34. When the daytime running lights are in use - the tail lights are not on






35. When backing up - one of the points most likely to hit something is...






36. The oil should be changed every






37. In order to obtain a learner's permit in VA - you must be at least






38. The air conditioner is used to






39. A driver with a learner's permit is limited to ___ passengers under the age of 18






40. When you approach a school bus with flashing red lights from either direction you






41. Ability to see clearly






42. Red Light






43. The minimum age for a licensed driver accompanying a driver with a learner's permit is...






44. Vehicle registered in VA must be inspected






45. The lane position for a right turn is...






46. A banked curve is one that






47. A 2-point turn is when you use a driveway






48. The speed limit in school - business and residential areas is...






49. An advantage to selecting a car with an automatic transmission is...






50. Using a gasoline that has a high octance rating