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Pennsylvania DMV Permit Test Practice | Free 2025 Written Exam Questions & Mock Test

Get ready to pass your Pennsylvania DMV Knowledge Test with ease. Whether you’re applying for your first driver’s license, moving from another state, or renewing an expired permit, our free practice tools are built for you.
All questions follow the latest format used by PennDOT, based on the official PA Driver’s Manual, and simulate the real permit test.

Set 1 - General DMV Questions

Practice essential topics like permit application steps, ID/document requirements, and PA-specific rules for new drivers.

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General DMV Questions – Pennsylvania

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What happens if a driver under 18 fails the road test?

They must wait 1 year

They must wait 7 days before retesting

They may retest immediately

Their permit is automatically canceled

Pennsylvania law requires drivers under 18 to wait 7 days before retaking the road test.

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A Pennsylvania learner’s permit is generally valid for how long from the issue date?

90 days

6 months

1 year

30 days

The learner’s permit is valid for one year from the issue date printed on the permit.

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If you are under 18, who must complete the Parent or Guardian Consent Form DL-180TD?

Any licensed friend

A school teacher

A parent, guardian, person in loco parentis, or qualifying spouse

A driving examiner only

Applicants under 18 need consent from a parent, guardian, person in loco parentis, or qualifying spouse.

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What does a flashing red light mean?

Stop completely, then proceed when clear

Slow down but do not stop

Continue if no officer is present

Yield only to trucks

A flashing red light has the same meaning as a stop sign: stop completely, check, and proceed when clear.

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What original document must you bring as proof when applying for a learner’s permit?

A parking ticket receipt

A vehicle insurance card only

Original proof of date of birth and identification

A photocopy of a birth certificate only

Applicants must bring original proof of date of birth and identification; photocopies are not accepted.

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How many multiple-choice questions are on the Pennsylvania Knowledge Test?

10

18

46

25

The Pennsylvania Knowledge Test consists of 18 multiple-choice questions.

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If you fail the Pennsylvania Knowledge Test, when may you retake it?

After 30 days

Only after six months

The following business day

The same hour

If you fail, you may retake the Knowledge Test the following business day.

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At what minimum age may a person apply for a non-commercial learner’s permit in Pennsylvania?

18 years old

15 years old

16 years old

17 years old

A person may apply for a Pennsylvania learner’s permit when they are 16 years of age or older.

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If you wear glasses or contact lenses, what should you do when taking the vision test?

Use them only during the road test

Use sunglasses instead

Leave them at home

Bring and wear them if needed

Applicants who use glasses or contacts should bring them for the vision test at the driver license center.

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What is the minimum age for a Pennsylvania Class C driver’s license?

18

15

21

16

A Class C license may be issued to qualified persons who are 16 years of age or older.

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What does the Pennsylvania Knowledge Test measure?

Vehicle repair skills

Insurance prices

Signs, laws, driving rules, and safe practices

Parallel parking only

The Knowledge Test checks knowledge of traffic signs, Pennsylvania laws, driving rules, and safe practices.

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How long is the Non-Commercial Learner’s Permit Application DL-180 valid from the date of the physical examination?

6 months

90 days

1 year

30 days

The DL-180 application is valid for one year from the date of the physical examination.

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What tests are required to get a Pennsylvania driver’s license?

Vision, knowledge, and road tests

Emissions and inspection tests only

Road test only

Written test only

Applicants must pass the vision, knowledge, and road tests to receive a driver’s license.

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How many chances do you have to pass the road test with each learner’s permit before needing to reapply or extend?

One

Three

Two

Unlimited

A permit holder has three chances to pass the road test before needing to reapply or extend the permit.

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What does a steady red traffic light mean?

Stop only if traffic is coming

Stop before entering the intersection

Speed up before the light changes

Proceed without stopping if turning left

A steady red light requires a full stop before the stop line, crosswalk, or intersection.

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Which vehicle class generally covers regular passenger vehicles, pickup trucks, and vans in Pennsylvania?

Class M

Class A

Class C

Commercial Class B

Most non-commercial drivers operate under a Class C license for regular passenger vehicles, pickups, and vans.

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What should you do at a non-functioning traffic signal in Pennsylvania?

Treat it as a four-way stop

Drive through carefully without stopping

Stop only if turning left

Treat it as a green light

A non-functioning traffic signal should be treated as a four-way stop.

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How many questions must be answered correctly to pass the Pennsylvania Knowledge Test?

10

12

18

15

A passing score requires 15 correct answers out of 18 questions.

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For drivers under 18, how many of the required practice hours must be nighttime driving?

30 hours

5 hours

20 hours

10 hours

At least 10 of the 65 required practice hours must be nighttime driving.

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Who must ride with a learner’s permit holder while they are practicing driving?

A child passenger

Any passenger over 16

A licensed driver who meets Pennsylvania supervision requirements

A friend with a permit

A qualified licensed supervising driver must sit in the front seat at all times.

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For drivers under 18, how many of the required practice hours must be bad-weather driving?

10 hours

1 hour

15 hours

5 hours

At least 5 of the 65 required practice hours must be bad-weather driving.

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How long must an applicant under 18 wait from the permit issue date before taking the road test?

6 months

2 weeks

1 year

30 days

Drivers under 18 must wait the mandatory six months from the permit issue date before taking the road test.

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What must you obtain before operating a motor vehicle in Pennsylvania?

A vehicle title

A learner’s permit

A parking placard

A registration sticker

Pennsylvania requires a person to obtain a learner’s permit before operating a motor vehicle while learning to drive.

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If you are under 18, how many hours of behind-the-wheel skill-building must you complete before the road test?

100 hours

25 hours

65 hours

40 hours

Drivers under 18 must complete at least 65 hours of behind-the-wheel skill-building before the road test.

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What is the maximum speed in a Pennsylvania school zone when yellow school zone signals are flashing?

45 mph

35 mph

25 mph

15 mph

When school zone yellow signals are flashing or during posted times, drivers must travel no faster than 15 mph.

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Set 2 – Fresh Question Bank

Stay up to date with the most recent question formats and traffic law changes. Ideal for daily revision before your actual test date.

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Fresh Situational Question Bank – Pennsylvania

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What does Pennsylvania’s Implied Consent Law mean?

You may refuse all testing without penalty

You have agreed to chemical testing if arrested for DUI

Only commercial drivers must test

Testing is optional after every traffic stop

By being licensed to drive in Pennsylvania, you have agreed to chemical testing if arrested for DUI.

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What should you do before entering a highway from an entrance lane?

Stop at the end of every ramp

Drive on the shoulder until traffic clears

Signal, check traffic, and merge when safe

Force traffic to slow down

Entering a highway from an entrance lane is a lane change, so you must signal, check mirrors, check blind spots, and find a safe gap.

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What do posted speed limits represent?

Maximum speed under ideal conditions

Suggested speed only for trucks

Speed required in bad weather

Minimum required speed at all times

Posted speed limits are the maximum safe speed under ideal road, traffic, and weather conditions.

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If police lights are flashing red and blue or red only and you are unsure the person is an officer, what should you do?

Turn on flashers and drive slowly to a well-lit, populated area

Ignore the signal completely

Speed away from the vehicle

Stop in the middle of a dark road

The manual allows you to drive to the nearest well-lit, populated area while acknowledging the stop by using flashers and driving slowly.

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Why should you keep a space cushion around your vehicle?

To avoid using mirrors

To drive faster in traffic

To block other vehicles

To have time to react to hazards

A space cushion gives you time and room to react if another driver makes a mistake.

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What BAC level can result in DUI for a driver under 21 in Pennsylvania?

.02 or higher

.08 or higher

.05 or higher

.10 or higher

Pennsylvania does not permit drivers under 21 to drive with measurable alcohol; .02 or higher is considered DUI.

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What penalty can result from fleeing or attempting to elude police in Pennsylvania?

A written warning only

One-year suspension, fine, costs, and possible imprisonment

Only a parking fine

No penalty if no crash occurs

A conviction for fleeing or attempting to elude police can result in a one-year suspension, a $500 fine plus costs, and possible imprisonment.

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When approaching an intersection, what looking pattern should you use?

Right, left, right

Straight only

Left, right, left

Mirror, horn, brake

The Pennsylvania manual advises using the left-right-left rule at intersections.

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What is the maximum speed limit in Pennsylvania unless otherwise posted lower?

70 mph

65 mph

75 mph

55 mph

The manual states that the maximum speed limit in Pennsylvania is 70 mph.

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When entering an intersection, should you assume other traffic will stop?

Yes, if you have a green light

Yes, if the other driver is slowing

No, never assume other traffic will stop

Yes, if you honk first

The manual warns drivers not to assume other traffic will stop, even when there is a sign or signal.

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What is the recommended following distance on dry pavement in Pennsylvania?

1 second

4 seconds

8 seconds

2 seconds

The manual recommends a 4-second following distance on dry pavement to allow time to steer or brake safely.

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If you are involved in a crash, what should you do first?

Drive to the nearest inspection station

Leave immediately if damage is minor

Stop at or near the crash scene

Wait at home for police

A driver involved in a crash must stop at or near the crash scene and move the vehicle off the road if possible.

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Why should you look left first at an intersection?

Because vehicles from the left are closer

Because pedestrians only cross from the left

Because left turns are always illegal

Because traffic from the right must always stop

Vehicles coming from the left are closer to you when you first enter the intersection.

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What happens if you refuse a breath or blood test after a DUI arrest in Pennsylvania?

You receive only a warning

Your license is upgraded after review

Your driving privilege is automatically suspended for one year

Nothing happens if it is your first time

A first refusal results in an automatic one-year suspension of driving privilege, separate from any DUI penalty.

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What should you do if your view of a cross street is blocked at an intersection?

Enter quickly before traffic arrives

Assume all traffic will stop

Back up into traffic

Move forward slowly until you can see

If your view is blocked, move forward slowly until you can see clearly before proceeding.

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What should you do if traffic is stopped or slowed because of a crash ahead?

Take photos while driving

Stop in the road to watch

Drive between emergency vehicles

Keep moving safely and watch for people near the road

The manual warns that many crashes happen when traffic stops or slows for an initial crash; keep attention on driving and do not block emergency vehicles.

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If you damage a parked vehicle and cannot find the owner, what should you do?

Leave without reporting it

Wait one hour and then leave

Move the parked vehicle yourself

Leave a visible note and call police

You must leave a note with required contact details and call the police.

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What BAC level is considered DUI for drivers age 21 or older in Pennsylvania?

.08 or higher

.15 only

.02 or higher only

.00 only

Drivers age 21 or older are considered under the influence at a BAC of .08 or higher, though conviction may occur at lower levels with unsafe driving.

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Before changing lanes, what should you do?

Brake suddenly in your lane

Signal, check mirrors, and check blind spots

Speed up without signaling

Honk and move immediately

Before changing lanes, signal, check mirrors, and look over your shoulder for blind spots.

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What is the No. 1 reason 16- and 17-year-old Pennsylvania drivers are involved in crashes?

Parking too close to the curb

Driving too fast for conditions

Using headlights in rain

Driving too slowly

The manual identifies driving too fast for conditions as the top crash reason for 16- and 17-year-old drivers.

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When backing up, what should you do before entering your vehicle?

Open all doors

Turn on high beams

Check behind your vehicle

Sound the horn continuously

The manual says to check behind your vehicle before getting in because children and small objects can be hard to see.

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What should you consider when choosing a safe speed?

Only the type of vehicle you drive

Only the posted speed limit

Only the speed of the fastest driver

Road, visibility, weather, and traffic conditions

A safe speed depends on posted limits, road conditions, visibility, weather, and traffic flow.

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Why should you not depend only on mirrors or sensors when changing lanes?

Sensors are illegal in Pennsylvania

Mirrors should be covered at night

Mirrors are only for parking

Blind spots may hide vehicles

Mirrors and sensors may not show vehicles in blind spots, so a quick shoulder check is required.

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When must police be called after a crash?

If someone is hurt or dies, or a vehicle must be towed

Only if the crash happens at night

Only if both drivers agree

Only if the vehicle has no insurance

Police must be called if anyone is hurt or dies, or if any vehicle needs to be towed.

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When backing up, where should you look?

Through the rear window

Only in the side mirror

Only at the passenger

Only at the dashboard camera

You should turn your head and look through the rear window, not rely only on mirrors or sensors.

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Road Signs & Markings

Master common and uncommon Pennsylvania road signs, lane markings, traffic lights, and warning signals used on the test.

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Road Signs & Pavement Markings – Pennsylvania

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What is the usual shape and color of warning signs?

Round and blue

Diamond-shaped, yellow with black markings

Square and red

Triangle and green

Warning signs are usually diamond-shaped with black symbols or words on a yellow background.

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What does a double solid yellow centerline mean?

Passing is not allowed in either direction

Only trucks may pass

The lane is for parking

Passing is allowed from both sides

A double solid yellow centerline means passing by traffic traveling in either direction is not allowed.

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What does a MERGING TRAFFIC sign warn you about?

You must stop immediately

The road becomes one-way

Traffic may merge into your lane

A lane becomes a parking lane

This sign warns that traffic may be entering your lane from another roadway or ramp.

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What does a DO NOT PASS sign mean?

You may pass only trucks

You may drive in the left lane only

You must pass immediately

You may not pass vehicles going the same direction

A DO NOT PASS sign is placed where passing vehicles going in the same direction is not permitted.

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At a stop line or crosswalk, where should your vehicle stop?

Before the first painted line

After the crosswalk

In the middle of the intersection

Wherever you can see best

You must stop before the front of your vehicle reaches the first painted stop line or crosswalk line.

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What does a ONE WAY sign mean?

The road ends ahead

Parking is allowed on one side only

Only one vehicle may enter

Traffic moves only in the direction shown

A ONE WAY sign means traffic is allowed to move only in the direction the sign points.

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What does a NO TURN ON RED sign mean?

You may turn only from the left lane

You must wait for the signal to turn green

You may turn only if no pedestrians are present

You may turn after slowing

You may not turn during the red light cycle where a NO TURN ON RED sign is posted.

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What is the shape of a STOP sign?

Diamond

Octagon

Triangle

Rectangle

The STOP sign is the only octagon-shaped, eight-sided sign used on highways.

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What do regulatory signs tell drivers?

Road conditions only

Distances to cities only

What they must or must not do by law

Tourist information only

Regulatory signs tell drivers what they must do or must not do under the law.

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What does a WINDING ROAD sign mean?

A bridge is ahead

The road is closed ahead

Three or more curves are ahead

One curve is ahead

A winding road sign means there are three or more curves in a row ahead.

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What do DO NOT ENTER and WRONG WAY signs warn drivers about?

A reduced speed area

A pedestrian-only area

A railroad crossing ahead

Wrong-direction travel

These signs warn that you are entering or traveling the wrong direction on a one-way street or ramp.

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What must drivers do with headlights in a posted work zone?

Use high beams only

Turn headlights off to avoid glare

Turn headlights on

Use hazard lights instead

Pennsylvania law requires headlights to be turned on in posted work zones, no matter the time of day.

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What are the three basic categories of traffic signs in Pennsylvania?

Red, yellow, and green signs

Speed, parking, and school signs

Highway, city, and rural signs

Regulatory, warning, and guide signs

Pennsylvania signs are divided into regulatory, warning, and guide signs.

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What does a FOUR-WAY STOP sign mean?

Only left-turning vehicles must stop

Traffic from all four directions must stop

Only traffic on the side road must stop

Pedestrians must stop but vehicles may continue

A four-way stop means traffic from all four directions must stop.

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What must you do at a STOP sign?

Slow down and continue

Stop completely and proceed when safe

Stop only if other traffic is present

Honk before entering

You must stop completely, check for pedestrians and cross traffic, and proceed only when clear.

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What does a SPEED LIMIT sign show?

Maximum legal speed under ideal conditions

Suggested speed for trucks only

Speed required at night only

Minimum speed in bad weather

A speed limit sign shows the maximum legal speed under ideal conditions for that highway section.

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What do yellow pavement lines separate?

Bicycle lanes only

Lanes moving in the same direction

Traffic moving in opposite directions

Parking spaces only

Yellow lines divide traffic traveling in opposite directions and may mark the left edge of divided highways, one-way streets, or ramps.

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What should you do when you see a sharp curve or sharp turn warning sign?

Speed up before the curve

Stop in the lane before the curve

Slow down and prepare for the turn

Drive partly over the centerline

Sharp curve or turn signs warn you to slow down and stay properly positioned in your lane.

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At a four-way stop, if two vehicles arrive at the same time, who yields?

The driver on the right yields

The driver on the left yields

The faster vehicle yields

The larger vehicle yields

If two vehicles arrive at the same time, the driver on the left yields to the driver on the right.

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What does a NO PASSING ZONE sign look like?

Round

Vertical rectangle

Octagon-shaped

Pennant-shaped

The no passing zone warning sign is the only pennant-shaped warning sign.

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What do orange work zone signs identify?

Tourist routes only

Hospital zones only

Permanent parking areas

Road work, maintenance, or utility areas

Orange work zone signs identify maintenance, construction, or utility areas where workers or equipment may be near the road.

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What shape is a YIELD sign?

Round

Triangle

Square

Octagon

Yield signs are triangular, three-sided signs.

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What do chevron signs show?

A sharp change in road direction

A railroad crossing

A school bus stop

A parking restriction

Chevron signs show a sharp change in the direction of the road, such as a curve.

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How should you treat a railroad crossbuck sign?

Treat it as a parking sign

Treat it as a school zone sign

Treat it as a speed limit sign

Treat it as a yield sign

A railroad crossbuck sign should be treated as a yield sign; slow down and prepare to stop if a train is approaching.

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What should you do when approaching a YIELD sign?

Slow down and yield; stop if necessary

Stop every time for 10 seconds

Ignore it if no police are nearby

Speed up to merge

You must slow down, check for traffic, yield to pedestrians and cross traffic, and stop only if needed.

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Traffic Laws & Safety Rules

Know the rules: right-of-way laws, speed limits, school zones, work zones, and DUI consequences — all required by PennDOT.

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Traffic Laws & Safety Rules – Pennsylvania

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What should you do before changing lanes?

Rely only on your side mirror

Signal, check mirrors and blind spots, then move when safe

Move quickly without signaling

Brake suddenly and turn

A safe lane change requires signaling, checking mirrors, checking blind spots, and moving only when safe.

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What should you do if your view is blocked at an intersection?

Move forward slowly until you can see

Enter the intersection at normal speed

Honk and continue

Turn around immediately

If you cannot see clearly, move forward slowly until you can see traffic and pedestrians safely.

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What beam should you use in rain, snow, fog, smoke, or smog?

Hazard lights only

Parking lights only

High beams

Low beams

Low beams should be used in bad weather because high beams can reduce visibility.

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What BAC level can result in DUI for a driver under age 21 in Pennsylvania?

.02 or greater

.20 or greater

.10 or greater

.08 or greater

Drivers under 21 are considered DUI at a BAC of .02 or greater.

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What does Pennsylvania’s Move Over Law require near an emergency response area or disabled vehicle?

Move over to a non-adjacent lane when possible

Use high beams only

Stop and take photos

Drive faster past the scene

Drivers must move into a lane not adjacent to the emergency response area or disabled vehicle when possible.

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What must you do when an emergency vehicle approaches with a siren or flashing red or red-and-blue lights?

Speed up to stay ahead

Follow closely behind it

Stop in the middle of the intersection

Pull to the right and stop when safe

Drivers must yield, move to the right edge or curb when safe, stop, and remain stopped until the emergency vehicle passes.

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What does Pennsylvania’s Implied Consent Law mean?

Testing is optional for every driver

Licensed drivers have agreed to chemical testing after DUI arrest

Police cannot request testing

Only commercial drivers must test

By being licensed in Pennsylvania, a driver has agreed to chemical testing if arrested for DUI.

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When are Pennsylvania drivers required to use headlights?

Only on interstate highways

Only when driving over 55 mph

When required by darkness, weather, work zones, or wiper use

Only after midnight

Headlights are required between sunset and sunrise, in poor visibility, bad weather, work zones, and when wipers are in use.

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What should you do when entering a highway from an entrance ramp?

Stop at the end of every ramp

Force highway traffic to move over

Signal and merge when there is a safe gap

Drive on the shoulder until traffic clears

You must signal, check traffic, adjust speed, and merge only when there is a safe gap.

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What can happen if you follow another vehicle too closely?

You may be unable to avoid a crash

You will see farther ahead

You will save fuel

Your brakes will work faster

Following too closely may leave you without enough time to avoid a crash if traffic stops suddenly.

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Why should you keep a space cushion around your vehicle?

To block vehicles from passing

To drive closer to other vehicles

To give yourself time and room to react

To avoid checking mirrors

A space cushion gives you time to react if another driver makes a mistake or a hazard appears.

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When must you use low beams when following another vehicle?

Within 30 feet

Within 1,500 feet

Within 300 feet

Within 700 feet

Pennsylvania law requires low beams when following another vehicle within 300 feet.

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What should you do when road or weather conditions are poor?

Continue at the posted speed no matter what

Use cruise control

Reduce speed to match conditions

Follow closer to see better

Safe driving may require going slower than the posted limit when weather, traffic, or road conditions are not ideal.

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What is one of the most common causes of crashes among new Pennsylvania drivers?

Driving below the speed limit

Using headlights

Driving too fast for conditions

Wearing a seat belt

The manual lists driving too fast for conditions as a major crash factor for young and new drivers.

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When must you dim your high beams for an oncoming vehicle?

Within 100 feet

Within 50 feet

Within 1,000 feet

Within 500 feet

Pennsylvania law requires low beams within 500 feet of an oncoming vehicle.

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During an emergency situation, whose directions must drivers obey?

Only traffic signals

Only school crossing guards

Authorized emergency or police personnel

Only other drivers

Drivers must obey directions from uniformed police, sheriffs, constables, fire police, or other properly attired authorized persons.

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What is the legal BAC level for DUI for drivers age 21 or older in Pennsylvania?

.02 or higher

.15 only

.08 or higher

.00 only

Drivers 21 or older are considered under the influence at a BAC of .08 or higher.

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What penalty can result from failing to stop for a school bus with flashing red lights and stop arm extended?

60-day suspension, five points, and a fine

A parking citation

Only a warning

No penalty if no crash happens

The manual lists a 60-day license suspension, five points, and a fine.

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When approaching an intersection, what should you do?

Assume all traffic will stop

Look only straight ahead

Speed up to clear it quickly

Search carefully and be ready to yield or stop

Drivers should search ahead, slow if needed, check traffic, and be ready to yield or stop.

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What following distance does Pennsylvania recommend on dry pavement?

4 seconds

1 second

10 seconds

2 seconds

The manual recommends a 4-second following distance when the pavement is dry.

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When may you continue without stopping for a stopped school bus with red lights flashing?

If the stop arm is extended but no children are seen

If the bus is on a city street

When you are on the opposite side of a divided highway

Whenever you are in a hurry

You do not have to stop if you are on the opposite side of a divided highway with a physical divider, but you must proceed with caution.

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What happens for a first refusal to take a breath or blood test after a DUI arrest?

No penalty

Automatic one-year suspension

A 10-day suspension

A verbal warning only

A first refusal results in an automatic one-year suspension of driving privilege.

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What should you do when turning left on a green light without a protected arrow?

Stop and wait for red

Turn before oncoming traffic

Yield to pedestrians and oncoming traffic

Turn only from the right lane

A circular green light permits a left turn only after yielding to pedestrians and oncoming traffic.

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Why must you check your blind spot before a lane change?

A vehicle may be hidden where mirrors do not show it

It replaces the need to signal

It is required only at night

It is only needed during parking

Vehicles can be hidden in blind spots that mirrors may not show.

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What should you do when a school bus has red lights flashing and its stop arm extended?

Stop at least 10 feet away

Stop only if behind the bus

Slow down and pass carefully

Pass if no children are visible

Drivers must stop at least 10 feet away from the bus and remain stopped until it is safe to proceed.

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Fines & Point System

Learn about the Pennsylvania driver point system, what causes license suspension, and penalties for violations like texting while driving.

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Fines & Point System – Pennsylvania

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How many points are added for failing to stop for a school bus with flashing red lights and stop arm extended?

5 points

1 point

10 points

2 points

Pennsylvania school bus stopping-law violations carry 5 points.

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What happens if a driver is convicted of DUI in Pennsylvania?

No penalty applies if no crash occurs

Only the vehicle is fined

Driving privileges may be suspended or revoked

The license is automatically renewed

Operating under the influence of drugs or alcohol can lead to suspension or revocation of driving privileges.

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What type of offense can cause suspension or revocation if it involves a vehicle?

A missed oil change

A library fine

A late insurance quote

A felony involving a vehicle

A felony involving a vehicle is listed as an offense that can cause suspension or revocation.

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What can happen if a driver races on highways?

The driver is allowed to continue

The driver receives bonus points

Driving privileges may be suspended or revoked

The vehicle registration is extended

Racing on highways is listed as a violation that can result in suspension or revocation.

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What is the first suspension period for a driver under 18 who reaches 6 or more points or is convicted of driving 26 mph or more over the speed limit?

30 days

90 days

1 year

10 days

The first suspension for this under-18 violation is 90 days.

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What can happen if you drive while your license is already suspended or revoked?

Your license becomes valid again

You only pay a toll

Your points are removed

You may face further suspension or revocation

Driving while already suspended or revoked is a serious offense that can lead to further penalties.

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What BAC level is the legal limit for most drivers age 21 or older?

.08 percent

.04 percent

.20 percent

.02 percent

For adult drivers, .08 percent BAC is the legal limit, though lower levels can still impair driving.

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What penalty can result from fleeing or attempting to elude a police officer?

A parking warning

Suspension or revocation may result

Only a headlight inspection

No penalty if traffic is light

Fleeing from a police officer is listed as a serious violation that can result in suspension or revocation.

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What BAC level is considered DUI for a Pennsylvania driver under age 21?

.02 percent or more

.15 percent only

.20 percent only

.08 percent only

Drivers under 21 are considered DUI at a BAC of .02 percent or more.

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Under Pennsylvania’s current distracted-driving law, what is prohibited while driving?

Wearing a seat belt

Checking mirrors before turning

Listening to the radio

Using a hand-held interactive mobile device

Pennsylvania’s hands-free law prohibits using a hand-held interactive mobile device while driving.

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For a driver under 18, what can cause a mandatory suspension?

One parking ticket

6 or more points or 26 mph over the limit

Driving 5 mph over the limit

Forgetting to renew registration once

A driver under 18 faces suspension for accumulating 6 or more points or driving 26 mph or more over the posted speed limit.

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What happens when a driving record reaches 6 or more points for a second time after being reduced below 6?

All points are removed

The license is automatically upgraded

The driver must attend a Departmental hearing

The driver receives a free warning

The driver must attend a Departmental hearing.

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What suspension may result from failing to comply with a railroad crossing gate or barrier?

No suspension

15-day suspension

30-day suspension

7-day suspension

Failure to comply with a railroad crossing gate or barrier can result in a 30-day suspension.

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When does PennDOT begin corrective action on a driver’s record?

At 6 or more points

At 2 points

Only after 12 points

At 4 points

PennDOT begins corrective action when a driver’s record reaches 6 or more points.

15 / 25

What can happen if you leave the scene of a crash you were involved in?

No report is required

You receive a parking discount

The crash is automatically dismissed

Suspension or revocation may result

Failure to stop after being involved in a crash is a hit-and-run offense and can lead to suspension or revocation.

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What is the suspension period for additional under-18 point or 26-mph-over violations after the first occurrence?

7 days

60 days

30 days

120 days

Additional occurrences result in a 120-day suspension.

17 / 25

What is the purpose of Pennsylvania’s point system?

To issue parking permits

To improve driving habits and promote safety

To replace all traffic fines

To increase insurance rates automatically

Pennsylvania’s point system is designed to improve driving habits and encourage safer driving.

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Which violation can lead to suspension or revocation because it involves dangerous driving behavior?

Using turn signals early

Parallel parking slowly

Reckless driving

Driving with clean headlights

Reckless driving is listed as a violation that can cause suspension or revocation.

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What does Pennsylvania law say about using an interactive mobile device to text while driving?

It is prohibited as a primary offense

It is allowed if traffic is slow

It is allowed only on highways

It is allowed at all speeds

Pennsylvania prohibits drivers from using an interactive mobile device to send, read, or write text-based communication while driving.

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What happens the first time a Pennsylvania driving record reaches 6 or more points?

The driver is permanently banned from driving

The driver receives no notice

The driver must retake the road test immediately

The driver must take a written special point examination

The driver receives written notice to take a written special point examination.

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What is the current fine for a criminal school bus stopping-law violation in Pennsylvania?

$50

$1,000

$250

$100

PennDOT lists a $250 fine, plus a surcharge, for a criminal violation of Pennsylvania’s school bus stopping law.

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What can happen for a second or additional offense of driving without a valid driver’s license within 5 years?

Only a verbal warning

Suspension or revocation may result

Automatic license approval

Nothing if the driver owns the vehicle

The manual lists this as an offense that can result in suspension or revocation.

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What penalty applies for failing to stop for a school bus with red lights flashing and stop arm extended?

Vehicle inspection failure

60-day suspension, 5 points, and a fine

Warning only

30-day suspension only

The penalty includes a 60-day license suspension, 5 points, and a fine.

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How many points are removed for every 12 consecutive months of safe driving with no point violations or suspensions?

6 points

3 points

All points

1 point

Pennsylvania removes 3 points from a driving record after 12 consecutive months of qualifying safe driving.

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What can happen if a driver refuses chemical testing after a DUI arrest?

A free retest

No penalty

Automatic license suspension

Only a warning

Refusing a breath or blood test after a DUI arrest can result in automatic license suspension.

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What does a STOP sign require?

Stop completely and proceed only when safe

Slow down without stopping

Stop after entering the intersection

Stop only if another vehicle is present

A driver must stop completely, check for pedestrians and traffic, and proceed only when safe.

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What should you do when an emergency vehicle approaches using a siren or flashing red or red-and-blue lights?

Follow the emergency vehicle

Pull right and stop when safe

Continue at the same speed

Stop in the middle of an intersection

Drivers must yield by pulling to the right edge or curb when safe and stopping until the emergency vehicle passes.

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What BAC level is considered DUI for most drivers age 21 or older in Pennsylvania?

.08 percent

.15 percent only

.20 percent only

.02 percent

For drivers 21 or older, a BAC of .08 percent or higher is considered DUI.

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What should you do when a traffic signal is not working?

Treat it as a green light

Stop only if turning

Treat it as a four-way stop

Continue only if you are on the main road

A non-functioning traffic signal should be treated as a four-way stop.

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What should drivers do near a blind pedestrian using a white cane or guide dog?

Sound the horn and continue

Stop only if there is a red light

Drive around quickly

Slow down and yield the right-of-way

Drivers must slow down, yield the right-of-way, and proceed with caution.

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When may a driver turn right on red in Pennsylvania?

After stopping and yielding, unless prohibited

Only when a police officer waves

Only from a one-way street

Anytime without stopping

A right turn on red is allowed only after stopping, unless a NO TURN ON RED sign is posted, and the driver must yield first.

7 / 46

What do yellow pavement lines generally separate?

Traffic moving in opposite directions

Parking spaces

Bicycle lanes

Lanes moving in the same direction

Yellow pavement lines separate traffic moving in opposite directions.

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What does a YIELD sign mean?

Continue because others must stop

Speed up to enter traffic

Stop every time for 10 seconds

Slow down and give the right-of-way

A yield sign means slow down, check traffic, and give the right-of-way to pedestrians and approaching traffic; stop if needed.

9 / 46

How many questions are on the Pennsylvania Knowledge Test?

25

18

15

46

The Pennsylvania Knowledge Test has 18 multiple-choice questions.

10 / 46

What does a WORKERS AHEAD sign warn drivers about?

A rest area is ahead

Workers may be near the road

Parking is allowed ahead

A toll booth is closed

Workers may be on or near the roadway, so drivers must slow down and be alert.

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How many bad-weather driving hours are required for drivers under 18?

5 hours

1 hour

10 hours

2 hours

At least 5 of the required practice hours must be bad-weather driving.

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What does a steady green traffic light mean?

Go if the road is clear and yield when required

Speed up immediately

Stop completely

Turn only right

A steady green light means you may proceed if the road is clear, but you must yield when turning.

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What does a steady yellow traffic light mean?

Slow down and prepare to stop

Speed up before the light changes

Treat it as a flashing red light

Stop only after entering the intersection

A steady yellow light warns that a red light will soon appear, so drivers should slow down and prepare to stop.

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What does a LANE ENDS sign mean?

Passing is required

The road is closed to all traffic

A school zone begins

A lane will end ahead

A lane ends ahead, and drivers in that lane must merge safely.

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At a four-way stop, who should go first?

The vehicle with more passengers

The first vehicle to arrive

The vehicle turning left

The largest vehicle

The first vehicle to reach the intersection should move first; if vehicles arrive together, the driver on the left yields to the driver on the right.

16 / 46

What following distance is recommended on dry pavement?

2 seconds

1 second

4 seconds

10 seconds

Pennsylvania recommends using a 4-second following distance on dry pavement.

17 / 46

What is the penalty for failing to stop for a school bus with flashing red lights and stop arm extended?

Vehicle inspection failure

One point only

Warning only

60-day suspension, 5 points, and a fine

The penalty includes license suspension, points, and a fine.

18 / 46

What do white pavement lines generally separate?

Traffic moving in the same direction

Traffic moving in opposite directions

Railroad crossings

School zones only

White pavement lines separate lanes of traffic moving in the same direction.

19 / 46

What does a flashing red light mean?

Slow down only

Continue without stopping

Stop completely, then proceed when clear

Yield only to pedestrians

A flashing red light has the same meaning as a stop sign.

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What does a double solid yellow centerline mean?

Passing is allowed at night only

Only motorcycles may pass

Passing is not allowed in either direction

Passing is allowed both ways

A double solid yellow centerline means passing is not allowed for traffic traveling in either direction.

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What must a Pennsylvania driver do at a steady red traffic light?

Slow down and continue if clear

Stop before entering the intersection

Stop only if pedestrians are present

Continue after honking

A steady red light requires a full stop before the stop line, crosswalk, or intersection.

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What is the minimum age to apply for a Pennsylvania non-commercial learner’s permit?

15 years old

17 years old

18 years old

16 years old

Pennsylvania applicants may apply for a learner’s permit at age 16 or older.

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How many behind-the-wheel skill-building hours must a driver under 18 complete before the road test?

25 hours

40 hours

65 hours

100 hours

Drivers under 18 must complete at least 65 hours of behind-the-wheel practice.

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What does a steady red arrow mean?

Turn carefully after slowing

Stop and do not turn in the arrow’s direction

Turn only if no pedestrians are present

Continue straight without stopping

A steady red arrow means you must stop and may not turn in the direction of the arrow until allowed.

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What does a ONE WAY sign mean?

The road ends ahead

Traffic moves only in the direction shown

Parking is allowed on one side

Only one car may pass at a time

Traffic is allowed to move only in the direction shown by the arrow on a one-way sign.

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What does Pennsylvania’s Move Over Law require when approaching an emergency response area?

Follow the emergency vehicle

Stop in the travel lane

Move over when possible or slow safely

Speed up to clear the area

Drivers must move into a lane not next to the emergency area when possible or slow safely if they cannot move over.

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What should you do when approaching a stopped school bus with flashing red lights and stop arm extended?

Stop only if behind the bus

Stop at least 10 feet away

Pass if the opposite lane is open

Slow and pass carefully

Drivers must stop at least 10 feet away and remain stopped until the lights stop flashing and children are safe.

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What does a SLIPPERY WHEN WET sign warn drivers to do?

Drive faster to avoid water

Use high beams only

Brake hard before the sign

Slow down and avoid sudden movements

Drivers should reduce speed, increase following distance, and avoid sudden braking or acceleration.

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What should you do when driving in rain, fog, snow, smoke, or smog?

Turn off headlights

Use low-beam headlights

Use parking lights only

Use high beams

Low beams should be used in poor visibility because high beams can reflect back and reduce visibility.

30 / 46

What should you do before changing lanes?

Move quickly before signaling

Signal, check mirrors and blind spots

Rely only on your rearview mirror

Brake hard and turn

A safe lane change requires signaling, checking mirrors, checking blind spots, and moving only when clear.

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What does a NO PASSING ZONE sign indicate?

Passing is required

The road becomes one-way

Trucks must use the left lane

Passing is not allowed

A no passing zone sign marks the beginning of an area where passing is not allowed.

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What must drivers do when a school zone signal is flashing?

Use hazard lights and continue

Drive no faster than 15 mph

Drive up to 25 mph

Stop until the lights turn off

Drivers must travel no faster than 15 mph when school zone yellow signals are flashing or during posted times.

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When must you dim high-beam headlights for an oncoming vehicle?

Within 50 feet

Within 100 feet

Within 1,500 feet

Within 500 feet

High beams must be dimmed within 500 feet of an oncoming vehicle.

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What does a DO NOT ENTER sign warn drivers not to do?

Make a right turn

Park near the sign

Enter that roadway or ramp

Pass another vehicle

A DO NOT ENTER sign is placed where drivers must not enter a roadway or ramp in the direction they are traveling.

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How many nighttime driving hours are required for drivers under 18?

10 hours

20 hours

5 hours

15 hours

At least 10 of the required practice hours must be nighttime driving.

36 / 46

What does a flashing yellow arrow mean?

Oncoming traffic must stop

Turn with caution after yielding

The turn is protected

Stop and wait for a green circle

A flashing yellow arrow allows a turn with caution after yielding to pedestrians and oncoming traffic.

37 / 46

If a driver under 18 has a learner’s permit, who must sit in the front seat while they practice driving?

Any passenger with a permit

A qualified licensed supervising driver

A child passenger

No one if driving near home

A qualified licensed supervising driver must ride in the front seat at all times.

38 / 46

How many questions must be answered correctly to pass the Pennsylvania Knowledge Test?

15

14

10

12

A passing score requires 15 correct answers out of 18 questions.

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What should a driver do if they damage an unattended parked vehicle and cannot find the owner?

Leave without reporting it

Leave a note and notify police

Move the parked vehicle away

Wait until the owner returns, no matter how long

The driver must leave required contact information and notify police.

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If you are involved in a crash, what must you do?

Stop at or near the crash scene

Wait until the next day to report

Leave if damage is minor

Move the other vehicle yourself

A driver involved in a crash must stop at or near the crash scene and provide required information.

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What tests must be passed to get a Pennsylvania driver’s license?

Vision, knowledge, and road tests

Vision test only

Knowledge test only

Vehicle inspection test only

A driver must pass the vision, knowledge, and road tests to receive a Pennsylvania license.

42 / 46

What does a flashing yellow light mean?

Stop and wait for green

Slow down and proceed with care

Turn around immediately

Stop only if another car is present

A flashing yellow light means caution; drivers should slow down, look, and proceed carefully.

43 / 46

What is the general class of license for most regular passenger vehicles, pickup trucks, and vans?

Class A

Class M

Commercial Class B

Class C

A Class C license generally covers regular passenger vehicles, pickup trucks, and vans.

44 / 46

What does a RESERVED PARKING sign with the wheelchair symbol mean?

Parking is reserved for disabled persons with proper authorization

Parking is allowed only at night

Parking is allowed for delivery vehicles only

Parking is free for all drivers

These spaces are reserved for vehicles displaying authorized plates or placards.

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What does a steady red “X” over a lane mean?

You may not use that lane

You may use the lane for passing

The lane is open to all traffic

The lane is for left turns only

A red X over a lane means that lane may not be used.

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What should you do when approaching a railroad crossing with flashing red lights or a lowered gate?

Cross quickly before the train arrives

Stop on the tracks to check

Stop and wait until it is safe

Drive around the gate if no train is visible

Drivers must stop and must not go around gates or ignore signals showing a train is approaching.

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