Tennessee Permit Practice Test 5: 50 Questions
Practice Test 5 has 50 multiple-choice questions on Tennessee driving rules, including narrow steep road, drowsy driving danger, passing prohibition and skids more likely. Each answer is explained as soon as you pick it, and every question is listed with its answer in the study guide below.
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What Practice Test 5 Covers
The questions in this test ask about:
- Narrow Steep Road
- Drowsy Driving Danger
- Passing Prohibition
- Skids More Likely
- Sticking Accelerator First Step
- Blind Pedestrian Right-of-Way
- Following Large Truck
- Motorcycle Following Distance
- Vehicle Leaves Pavement
- Oncoming Vehicle Drifts Into Lane
- Horn Use
- Approaching Emergency Scene
- Steep Downhill
- Engine Overheating
- At Railroad Stop Signs
Try 5 Questions from This Test
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When two vehicles meet on a narrow hill, the vehicle facing downhill must:
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A. Yield and back up if needed
The downhill driver has better control reversing.
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Driving while drowsy is:
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C. Extremely dangerous
Fatigue greatly slows reaction time.
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You should avoid passing another vehicle when:
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B. Your view of oncoming traffic is limited
Limited visibility makes passing unsafe.
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Skids are more likely when:
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A. Braking hard on slippery roads
Sudden braking reduces traction.
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If your accelerator sticks, you should:
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B. Shift to neutral and apply brakes gently
Neutral lets you slow without powering wheels.
Complete Study Guide: All 50 Questions with Answers
Every question in Practice Test 5, with the correct answer and an explanation for each.
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Q1. Before changing lanes, the most important step is to:
Correct answer: Check mirrors and blind spots
Why: Blind spots must be checked every time before moving sideways.
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Q2. A flashing yellow arrow for a left turn means:
Correct answer: You may turn after yielding
Why: You must yield to oncoming traffic and pedestrians.
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Q3. Driving too fast for road conditions is:
Correct answer: A major cause of crashes
Why: Unsafe speeds reduce control and reaction time.
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Q4. When following a large truck, avoid:
Correct answer: Lingering in blind spots
Why: Trucks have large no-zones where the driver cannot see you.
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Q5. Right-of-way at a four-way stop goes to:
Correct answer: The driver on the right
Why: When arriving together, yield to the vehicle on your right.
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Q6. Hydroplaning is more likely when:
Correct answer: Driving fast on wet pavement
Why: Higher speeds lift tires onto water, reducing traction.
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Q7. When exiting a freeway, you should:
Correct answer: Signal and move to the exit lane early
Why: Prepare early to exit safely and smoothly.
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Q8. If your brakes fail, you should first:
Correct answer: Pump the brake pedal
Why: Pumping may restore pressure temporarily.
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Q9. When driving in fog, use:
Correct answer: Low-beam headlights
Why: Low beams reduce glare and improve visibility.
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Q10. A pedestrian with a white cane has:
Correct answer: Absolute right-of-way
Why: A white cane means the pedestrian is visually impaired; yield fully.
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Q11. If another driver tailgates you, you should:
Correct answer: Increase following distance
Why: More space ahead reduces risk if you must slow down.
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Q12. You must stop for a school bus when:
Correct answer: Red lights are flashing
Why: Flashing red lights require a complete stop.
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Q13. If your vehicle begins to skid, you should:
Correct answer: Steer gently in the direction you want to go
Why: Smooth steering helps regain control.
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Q14. Use high beams at night:
Correct answer: Only when no other vehicles are nearby
Why: High beams can blind others; use them selectively.
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Q15. Before backing up, you must:
Correct answer: Look through the rear window
Why: Turn and look directly behind you.
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Q16. When two vehicles meet on a narrow hill, the vehicle facing downhill must:
Correct answer: Yield and back up if needed
Why: The downhill driver has better control reversing.
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Q17. You must yield to emergency vehicles when:
Correct answer: They use flashing lights or sirens
Why: Move right and stop if an emergency vehicle approaches with signals on.
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Q18. A flashing red light means:
Correct answer: Stop completely, then proceed when safe
Why: A flashing red acts like a stop sign.
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Q19. If your tires run off the pavement, you should:
Correct answer: Ease off the gas and steer back gently
Why: Gradual correction prevents oversteering.
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Q20. If you feel tired while driving, the safest action is to:
Correct answer: Pull over and rest
Why: Only rest restores alertness.
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Q21. When driving near bicyclists, you should:
Correct answer: Give extra space
Why: Bicyclists are vulnerable; give room.
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Q22. At night, increase following distance because:
Correct answer: Visibility is reduced
Why: Low visibility requires more reaction time.
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Q23. When preparing to turn, signal at least:
Correct answer: 100 feet ahead
Why: Signals warn others of your intention early.
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Q24. A green light means:
Correct answer: Go if the way is clear
Why: Yield to anyone still in the intersection.
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Q25. You should avoid passing another vehicle when:
Correct answer: Your view of oncoming traffic is limited
Why: Limited visibility makes passing unsafe.
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Q26. If headlights from oncoming traffic blind you, look:
Correct answer: Toward the right edge of the road
Why: Looking right reduces glare.
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Q27. When entering a freeway, you should:
Correct answer: Match the speed of freeway traffic
Why: Matching speed allows smoother merging.
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Q28. A yellow diamond sign indicates:
Correct answer: Warning
Why: Diamond signs warn of hazards ahead.
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Q29. If your engine overheats, you should:
Correct answer: Pull over and let it cool
Why: Never open a hot radiator; allow cooling first.
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Q30. When sharing the road with motorcyclists, allow:
Correct answer: Extra following distance
Why: Motorcycles can stop quickly; allow more space.
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Q31. Use your horn:
Correct answer: Only to avoid a collision
Why: The horn is a safety tool, not for unnecessary use.
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Q32. At a railroad crossing with stop signs, you must:
Correct answer: Stop and proceed when clear
Why: Always stop where required and check for trains.
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Q33. If you cannot see a truck’s mirrors, you are:
Correct answer: In its blind spot
Why: If you can’t see their mirrors, they can’t see you.
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Q34. When driving down a steep hill, you should:
Correct answer: Shift to a lower gear
Why: Lower gears help control speed safely.
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Q35. When turning right, you should:
Correct answer: Turn from and into the rightmost lane
Why: Proper lane use prevents conflicts.
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Q36. When following a motorcycle, you should:
Correct answer: Increase following distance
Why: Motorcycles stop faster than cars.
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Q37. Never pass another vehicle when:
Correct answer: There is a solid yellow line on your side
Why: Solid yellow line means no passing.
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Q38. If your headlights fail at night, you should:
Correct answer: Try the switch and pull off safely
Why: Use hazard lights and stop safely.
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Q39. A child under age 8 must be secured:
Correct answer: In an approved child restraint
Why: Proper restraints protect young children.
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Q40. When approaching a hill or curve, you should:
Correct answer: Slow down and stay right
Why: Reduced visibility requires caution.
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Q41. Skids are more likely when:
Correct answer: Braking hard on slippery roads
Why: Sudden braking reduces traction.
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Q42. If your tire blows out, you should:
Correct answer: Grip wheel firmly and slow gradually
Why: Gradual slowing maintains control.
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Q43. When two vehicles enter an uncontrolled intersection at the same time:
Correct answer: Vehicle on the right goes first
Why: Right-hand rule applies.
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Q44. When approaching an emergency scene, you must:
Correct answer: Slow down and move over if possible
Why: Move Over laws protect responders.
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Q45. You must turn on headlights:
Correct answer: When you cannot see people or vehicles clearly 200 feet ahead
Why: Tennessee requires headlights when there is not enough light to see people or vehicles clearly 200 feet ahead, and whenever rain or snow requires constant use of your windshield wipers.
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Q46. If an oncoming vehicle drifts into your lane, you should:
Correct answer: Steer right and slow down
Why: Move right to create space and avoid a collision.
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Q47. Before passing a vehicle, you must:
Correct answer: Ensure you have enough space to return safely
Why: Safe passing requires enough space ahead.
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Q48. A solid white line between lanes means:
Correct answer: Lane changes are discouraged
Why: Solid white lines discourage lane changes.
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Q49. Driving while drowsy is:
Correct answer: Extremely dangerous
Why: Fatigue greatly slows reaction time.
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Q50. If your accelerator sticks, you should:
Correct answer: Shift to neutral and apply brakes gently
Why: Neutral lets you slow without powering wheels.