Washington DMV Permit Practice Quick Test: 25 Questions
Quick Test has 25 multiple-choice questions on Washington driving rules, including broken yellow centerline, double solid yellow, headlights required and high beam dimming distance. 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 Quick Test Covers
The questions in this test ask about:
- Broken Yellow Centerline
- Double Solid Yellow
- Headlights Required
- High Beam Dimming Distance
- School Bus Stop Rule
- Blind Pedestrian Yield
- Four-Way Stop Right-of-Way
- Freeway Entry
- Missed Freeway Exit
- Wet/Poor Visibility Adjustment
- Skid Recovery
- Washington BAC Limit
- Under-21 Any Measurable Alcohol
- Handheld Phone/Texting Illegal
- Sticking Accelerator
- Emergency Vehicle Response
- Traffic Signal Warning Sign
- Green Light Intersection Check
- Drowsy Driving Response
- Bicycle Passing Distance
- Hit Parked Car Must Leave Note
Try 5 Questions from This Test
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Unless a different speed is posted, you should drive at a speed that is:
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A. Safe for conditions and under the posted limit
You must always adjust speed for traffic, weather, and road conditions, even if it means driving below the limit.
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You are approaching a roundabout in Washington. What speeds are roundabouts designed for?
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C. Between 15 and 25 mph
Slow down when approaching a roundabout. Roundabouts are designed for speeds between 15 and 25 mph.
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A broken yellow center line next to your lane on a two-way road means you may:
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B. Pass when there is enough clear distance ahead
Broken yellow lines allow passing when it can be done safely without interfering with oncoming traffic.
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Two solid yellow lines in the center of a two-way road mean:
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C. No passing for traffic in either direction
Double solid yellow lines separate traffic moving in opposite directions and usually prohibit passing.
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When must you turn on your headlights?
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B. From about a half hour after sunset to a half hour before sunrise, or any time visibility is poor
Headlights are required at night and whenever you cannot see clearly at a safe distance.
Complete Study Guide: All 25 Questions with Answers
Every question in Quick Test, with the correct answer and an explanation for each.
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Q1. Unless a different speed is posted, you should drive at a speed that is:
Correct answer: Safe for conditions and under the posted limit
Why: You must always adjust speed for traffic, weather, and road conditions, even if it means driving below the limit.
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Q2. You are approaching a roundabout in Washington. What speeds are roundabouts designed for?
Correct answer: Between 15 and 25 mph
Why: Slow down when approaching a roundabout. Roundabouts are designed for speeds between 15 and 25 mph.
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Q3. A broken yellow center line next to your lane on a two-way road means you may:
Correct answer: Pass when there is enough clear distance ahead
Why: Broken yellow lines allow passing when it can be done safely without interfering with oncoming traffic.
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Q4. Two solid yellow lines in the center of a two-way road mean:
Correct answer: No passing for traffic in either direction
Why: Double solid yellow lines separate traffic moving in opposite directions and usually prohibit passing.
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Q5. When must you turn on your headlights?
Correct answer: From about a half hour after sunset to a half hour before sunrise, or any time visibility is poor
Why: Headlights are required at night and whenever you cannot see clearly at a safe distance.
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Q6. You should dim your high beams when you are within about this distance of an oncoming vehicle:
Correct answer: 500 feet
Why: Dimming high beams early helps prevent glare that can briefly blind other drivers.
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Q7. On an undivided roadway, a school bus is stopped with red lights flashing and a stop sign arm extended. You must:
Correct answer: Stop in both directions until the lights stop flashing
Why: Traffic in both directions must stop for a school bus loading or unloading children on an undivided road.
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Q8. A pedestrian with a white cane or guide dog is waiting to cross. You should:
Correct answer: Stop and allow them to cross safely
Why: People using a white cane or guide dog may have limited vision. Always yield and give them extra time.
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Q9. At a four-way stop, the driver who should go first is usually the one who:
Correct answer: Stops first and enters the intersection first
Why: Right-of-way at a four-way stop is based on the order of arrival. When in doubt, be prepared to yield.
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Q10. When entering a freeway from an on-ramp, you should use the acceleration lane to:
Correct answer: Match the speed of traffic and merge when it is safe
Why: Using the acceleration lane to reach freeway speed makes merging smoother and safer.
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Q11. If you miss your exit on a freeway, you should:
Correct answer: Continue to the next exit and turn around safely
Why: Backing up or crossing the median on a freeway is extremely dangerous and illegal.
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Q12. You are driving near other vehicles in Washington traffic. How much space does the Washington driver guide say to leave between you and the vehicle ahead?
Correct answer: At least twice the length of your vehicle
Why: When you're driving near other vehicles, leave a distance that's at least twice the length of your vehicle between you and the vehicle ahead.
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Q13. When the road is wet or visibility is poor, you should:
Correct answer: Slow down and increase your following distance
Why: Less traction and visibility mean you need more time and space to react to hazards.
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Q14. If your vehicle starts to skid on a slippery road, you should:
Correct answer: Ease off the gas and steer in the direction you want the front of the vehicle to go
Why: Smooth steering and easing off the accelerator help your tires regain grip without overcorrecting.
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Q15. The legal maximum blood alcohol concentration (BAC) for most drivers age 21 and older is:
Correct answer: 0.08% BAC
Why: Most adult drivers are considered legally impaired at 0.08% BAC or higher.
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Q16. For drivers under 21, having any measurable amount of alcohol in the body while driving can lead to:
Correct answer: License suspension and other penalties under zero-tolerance laws
Why: Zero-tolerance rules make it illegal for underage drivers to operate a vehicle with any measurable alcohol.
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Q17. Using a handheld phone or texting while driving is:
Correct answer: Dangerous and often against the law
Why: Looking away from the road or focusing on messages greatly increases the risk of a crash.
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Q18. If your accelerator sticks and you cannot free it with your foot, you should first:
Correct answer: Shift to neutral, steer to a safe place, and brake steadily
Why: Shifting to neutral stops power to the wheels while you steer and brake the vehicle safely off the road.
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Q19. When an emergency vehicle with flashing lights and siren approaches from behind, you must:
Correct answer: Move to the right edge of the road and stop until it passes
Why: Pulling to the right and stopping gives emergency vehicles a clear path to respond to calls.
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Q20. You are about to drive at night in Washington and have tinted sunglasses on. What does the guide say?
Correct answer: Take them off, because tinted or colored lenses reduce your vision
Why: Do not wear sunglasses or colored lenses when driving at night or on overcast days. Tinted or colored lenses reduce your vision.
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Q21. A yellow warning sign with a traffic signal symbol on it means:
Correct answer: There is a signalized intersection ahead
Why: This sign warns you to be ready to slow down and obey a traffic signal you may not see yet.
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Q22. When a traffic light turns green, you should:
Correct answer: Look left, right, and ahead and proceed only when the intersection is clear
Why: Other drivers may try to beat the red light. Always scan before you enter the intersection.
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Q23. If you feel yourself getting drowsy while driving, the safest thing to do is to:
Correct answer: Exit the road at a safe place and rest
Why: Only rest or sleep can truly overcome drowsiness. Continuing to drive while sleepy is very dangerous.
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Q24. When passing a person riding a bicycle on the road, you should:
Correct answer: Slow down and leave at least 3 feet as you pass
Why: Washington’s driver guide says to move over a full lane when you can and leave at least 3 feet between a bicyclist and the widest part of your vehicle.
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Q25. If you hit a parked vehicle and cannot find the owner, you must:
Correct answer: Leave a note with your name, contact information, and the time and date
Why: You are required to make a reasonable effort to notify the owner and provide your information.