Drive Test

What are the fines and penalties in emergency zones.

Fines (speeding ticket) are doubled, and the driver's license of someone who recklessly endangers a worker or property may be suspended for 60 days.

What is the fine for parking in a disable spot without the required placard or blocking the access aisle?

$250

What is the maximum fine for a parking infraction?

$250

What is the fine for disobeying a traction advisory sign, which tells you to use chains?

$500

What is Dangerously Distracted Driving?

When a driver is engaged in any activity not related to the actual operation of a motor vehicle in a manner that interferes with the safety of other vehicles.

On multilane roads, how heavy of a vehicle (vehicle or vehicle+trailer) cannot use the left hand lane?

10,000 lbs. They can however use the HOV lane.

When parallel parking, how far can you be from the curb?

12 inches.

What speeds are roundabouts designed for?

15-20 mph.

It is against the law to leave children under __ years of age alone in a parked car with the engine running.

16

After stopping at an intersection, how long should you wait?

2 seconds, in case someone ran the light and so your drive instructor knows you have stopped.

When following how close to a vehicle should you turn off your high beams?

300 feet or less.

When the road is wet, how fast can a vehicle go while maintaining good traction?

35 mph.

When you are __ seconds away from an area, you should reevaluate the decision you made when 15 seconds away.

4 seconds.

In heavy rain, tires can lose traction with the road at __ mph.

50 mph.

What is a bicycle box?

A bicycle area before the crosswalk that goes across the entire lane.

When must your headlights be turned on (in terms of sunset and sunrise)?

A half hour after sunset until a half hour before sunrise.

What is a slow moving vehicle sign?

A reflective orange triangle sign, which signifies that the vehicle travels at less than 25 mph.

What are two-way left turn lanes?

A shared lane in the center of the road, for cars to move into that are going to make a left turn. You can use these to turn left into or out of the roadway.

How much should you reduce your speed by on a wet road?

About 10 mph.

How fast should you go on ice?

About a crawling speed.

How much should you reduce your speed by on packed snow?

About half.

How much is 15 seconds of driving in a city, in terms of city blocks?

About one.

What can a median be?

An open space, highway divider, median island, 18 inch solid yellow markings, or yellow crosshatchings between two yellow lines.

What is an intersection?

Any place where two or more roads come together.

How far back should you signal before making your action?

At least 100 feet.

When going to make a turn, how far back should you turn on your signal?

At least 100 feet.

How far should you look down the road (seconds)?

At least 15 seconds.

When required to stop at an intersection, where should you stop?

Before the crosswalk or stop line. All intersections have crosswalks, even if not marked.

Before you enter an intersection, always look ______________ for ________, ________, ________.

Before you enter an intersection, always look to the left and right for vehicles, pedestrians, and bicyclists.

White line markings are used to mark:

Both edges of two-way roads, right edge of one-way roads, and to separate bicycle lanes from other traffic. A solid white line between lanes of traffic means that you should stay in your lane unless a special situation requires you to change lanes.

What should you do before entering a vehicle?

Do a walk around to check for problems, like flat tires, broken lights, someone sleeping in the back seat, etc.

Fines are __________ for anyone that passes a stopped school bus.

Doubled.

What should you do if a law enforcement officer pulls you over?

Drive as close as you safely can to the right side of the road, stop and turn off the engine. Do not stop in an intersection or pull into the center median of a highway. • Limit your movements and those of any passengers. • Keep your hands on the steering wheel. Passengers should keep their hands in plain view. • Show your driver license and/or vehicle registration only when requested. • Stay in your vehicle. DO NOT GET OUT UNLESS REQUESTED. • If it is dark, turn on the vehicles' interior dome light after stopping and before the officer approaches your vehicle. • Do not argue with the officer at the scene. Traffic violations and traffic crimes charged against you are decided in court.

If your tires have lost traction, you should:

Ease off the gas pedal, keep the steering wheel straight, and do not stop or turn until the tires have regained traction.

What are emergency zones?

Emergency zones are defined as the adjacent lanes of the roadway 200 feet before and after a stationary emergency vehicle with a siren or flashing lights, tow truck using red lights, emergency assistance vehicle using warning lights, or police vehicle using emergency lights.

What should you do when you park next to a curb facing uphill? Downhill?

For uphill: put in the parking brake, then turn the wheel to the left, away from the curb. For downhill: put in the parking brake, then turn the wheel to the right, towards the curb. No curb: set the parking brake then turn the wheel towards the edge of the road, away from traffic.

For a reversible lane, what does a green arrow, red X, flashing yellow X, and yellow X mean?

Green arrow means you can use the lane, red X means you cannot, flashing yellow X means the lane is only for turning, and a yellow X means the use of the lane is changing and you should exit when safe.

In what counties can you drive on the beach?

Greys Harbor and Pacific.

What does HOV stand for?

High occupancy vehicle. HOV3 would mean at least 3 people.

Can you turn left at a green light?

If it is safe to do so, and there is no sign prohibiting it. Oncoming traffic has the right of way.

You must stop for a stopped school bus with flashing red lights, even if they are on the opposite side of the road. What are the exceptions?

If they are on the opposite side of the road and the roadway has multiple traffic lanes, is separated by a median, or is separated by a physical barrier.

Is it legal to give or seek a ride on a limited access roadway (highway)?

In Washington State it is illegal to give or to seek a ride on any limited access roadway such as a freeway unless otherwise posted. No person seeking a ride may stand on or along a public highway or street where a vehicle cannot safely stop off the main traveled portion of the roadway.

What are guide signs?

Informational signs, such as park ahead, or fishing here.

A green traffic light means:

It is safe to proceed.

What does a flashing red light mean?

It is the same as a stop sign.

Always stay out of the blind spot of vehicles. What vehicles have especially large blind spots and extra blind spots?

Large vehicles, like buses and semi-trucks. Semi-trucks can't see behind them!

What are the hand signals for right turn, left turn, and stopping?

Left hand pointed up means right turn, left hand pointed straight out means left turn, and left hand pointed down means stop.

What does a flashing yellow arrow mean?

Left turns are allowed, but you must yield to oncoming traffic and pedestrians.

If there is a median, can you cross it or drive in it?

NO!

Can drivers with a permit or intermediate license use a device, even if hands-free?

No, but they can in an emergency situation.

According to the DOL, should you let the wheel slip through your hands after making a turn?

No. But that's according to them, and not my drive instructor.

When can studded tires be used?

Nov 1 - Mar 31

ALWAYS YIELD TO PEDESTRIANS!

Okay.

You cannot back up on shoulders or freeways.

Okay.

Drivers turning left yield to who?

Oncoming traffic and pedestrians.

You must stop for pedestrians if they are in or within:

One lane of your half of the roadway.

What are some common warning signs?

Pedestrian/school crosswalk, speed zone change ahead, yield ahead, construction zone, etc.

If your car breaks down, what should you do?

Pull off in a visible area, and turn on the emergency lights. Place emergency flares 200-300 feet back, stand by the road and wave traffic, lift the hood, or tie a white cloth to an antenna, mirror, or door handle.

If there is an emergency vehicle with flashing lights, what do you do?

Pull over, even if they are on the opposite side of the road.

What are reversible lanes, and what are they marked by?

Reversible lanes have traffic going in one direction sometimes, and traffic going the opposite direction other times. They are marked by double-dashed yellow lines.

What does a flashing yellow light mean?

Slow down and proceed with caution.

What are bicycle lanes marked by?

Solid white lines, bicycle symbols, and sometimes green paint.

What are two-way left turn lanes marked by?

Solid yellow and dashed yellow lines, with left turn arrows in the center.

What are some common regulator signs?

Speed limit, no left turn, lane usage, etc.

What does a red light mean?

Stop.

If you are going to slow down or stop in an unexpected place for others, what should you do?

Tap on the brakes a few times to signal that you will be slowing/stopping.

What are the rules for driving on a beach?

The beach is considered a state highway so all road, vehicle registration, and driver licensing regulations apply. The speed limit is 25 mph and pedestrians and bicyclists have the right-of-way at all times.

What are the dangers of passing on the right?

The driver may not see you, change lanes, and hit you.

A yellow light means:

The light is about to turn red. You must stop if it is safe to do so.

If a road has multiple lanes, what should they be used for?

The right lane is for slow traffic, the middle lane for fast traffic, and the left lane for passing.

If you have two lanes on your side of the road, which should you stay in?

The right lane.

Regulatory signs are:

These signs are square, rectangular, or have a special shape and are usually white, red, or black with black, red, white, or green letters or symbols. They give you information about rules for traffic direction, lane use, turning, speed, parking, and other special situations.

What is a warning sign?

These signs are usually yellow with black lettering or symbols and most are diamond shaped. These signs warn you to slow down and be prepared to stop if necessary.

What does a solid yellow line mean, and where is it?

They mark the left edge of one way roads and separate traffic moving in opposite directions.

If an oncoming vehicle has it's high beams on, where should you look?

To the right edge of the road.

What is the procedure for changing lanes?

Turn signal. Check rear view mirror, side mirror, and blind spot. Make sure there is a large gap where you intend to go. Check that no one is also changing lanes and going there. Move!

As you approach a railroad, where should you look?

Up and down the track.

When should you turn on your headlights in the day?

When it is difficult to see others, because it is difficult for them to see you. Ex: heavy rain, fog, snow.

When must a pedestrian yield the right of way?

When not crossing on a marked or unmarked crosswalk.

For blind pedestrians, when can you go through the intersection?

When they are completely off the roadway.

What is hydroplaning?

When your tires ride upon water on the road.

What does a white curb and a yellow/red curb mean?

White indicates that only short stops are permitted, while yellow/red indicates a loading zone or some other restriction.

When an oncoming vehicle is how close you should turn off your high beams?

Within 500 ft.

After parking, should you leave your car in gear/park?

Yes!

Can you do right on red and left on red at red arrows?

Yes, as long as there is no sign prohibiting it.

On a two lane two way road, can you speed when passing?

Yes, but only if the vehicle you are passing is under the speed limit. You cannot speed on a multiple lane road when passing.

Can you turn left at a red light?

Yes, but only if you are turning into a one-way street and it is not prohibited.

Does every intersection have a crosswalk?

Yes, even if not painted!

Can you turn right at a red light?

Yes, unless it is prohibited.

Must you stop before a bicycle box?

Yes. Even if there is no one.

Who must you yield to when entering a roundabout? Should you stop inside one?

Yield to traffic already in the roundabout. You should never stop inside a roundabout.

Can you turn at a red light?

You can always turn right, when safe to do so. You can turn left at a red light ONTO a one-way street, when safe to do so.

A green arrow means:

You can safely turn in the direction of the arrow. There should be no oncoming traffic.

What can you not use two-way left turn lanes for, and how far can you travel in them before you must turn?

You cannot use them to pass, and you cannot travel more than 300 ft.

What do dashed white lines mean?

You may change lanes and move over them when safe.

What does a dashed yellow line mean?

You may cross it to pass when safe.

Why should you not look at crashes or roadside activity when driving by?

You will be distracted and could hit someone, causing another accident. It would be so embarrassing.

What kinds of insurances must you have?

• $25,000 or more, payable for the bodily injury or death of one person in a collision in which only one person was injured or killed. • $50,000 or more, payable for the bodily injury or death of two or more persons in any one collision, and; • $10,000 or more, payable for injury to or destruction of property of others in any one collision.

Speed limits, unless otherwise posted, are: • __ mph in school zones. • __ mph on streets of cities and towns. • __ mph on county roads. • __ mph on state highways. • Parts of interstate highways may be posted with higher maximum speeds.

• 20 mph in school zones. • 25 mph on streets of cities and towns. • 50 mph on county roads. • 60 mph on state highways.

You may not park • within __ feet of a traffic signal, stop sign, or yield sign. • within __ feet of a pedestrian safety zone. • within __ feet of a fire hydrant. • within __ feet of a railroad crossing. • more than __ inches from the curb. • within __ feet of a fire station driveway on the same side of the street or within __ feet of the fire station driveway on the other side of the street. • within __ feet of a driveway, alley, private road, or area of the curb removed or lowered for access to the sidewalk.

• within 30 feet of a traffic signal, stop sign, or yield sign. • within 20 feet of a pedestrian safety zone. • within 15 feet of a fire hydrant. • within 50 feet of a railroad crossing. • more than 12 inches from the curb. • within 20 feet of a fire station driveway on the same side of the street or within 75 feet of the fire station driveway on the other side of the street. • within 5 feet of a driveway, alley, private road, or area of the curb removed or lowered for access to the sidewalk.