Driver License Division
Standard Written Test – 50 Questions
MICHAEL WRIGHT
1. What are the maximum posted speed limits on the freeway?
A. 65 mph or 75 mph
B. 45 mph or 55 mph
C. 50 mph or 60 mph
D. 55 mph or 70 mph
2. Circle the letter that correctly identifies the “Yield” sign:
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.
3. On a two-way street, uphill curb parking requires:
A. Your steering wheel to be turned to the right.
B. That you leave 6 inches between your car and the curb.
C. Your steering wheel be turned to the left.
D. Your right rear tire to be resting on the curb.
4. You cannot legally park within ____ feet of a stop sign.
A. 50
B. 20
C. 30
D. 15
5. A learner permit, which allows a student to operate a Class D motor vehicle when accompanied by a licensed parent,
legal guardian, or adult willing to sign for financial responsibility, shall be issued to a student who:
A. Has successfully passed the state driver license written test.
B. Paid a $15 non-refundable fee.
C. Is at least 15 years of age.
D. All of the above.
6. Four out of five crashes occur at speeds under 40 mph with deaths occurring at speeds as low as 12 mph. A safety
belt should be worn at any speed regardless of how slowly you are moving.
A. True
B. False
7. If you have a severe medical condition, you do not need to consult your physician or health care provider regarding
your functional ability to drive as long as you drive reasonably and prudently.
A. True
B. False
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8. During school hours, when children are going to (or leaving) school, the speed limit is a school zone is:
A. 25 mph
B. 15 mph
C. 20 mph
D. 30 mph
9. Some forms of behavior which may provide hints about your emotional and mental health are:
A. Finding that you are frequently getting traffic tickets.
B. Finding that you become excessively confused or frustrated when you must drive in heavy traffic.
C. Finding that you are always mad at other drivers and sometimes you try to ‘get even.’
D. All of the above.
10. If you are involved in a crash you should:
A. Contact the police.
B. Stop immediately.
C. Render aid.
D. All of the above.
11. When you come to a flashing red, assumed to me working properly, light at a railroad crossing you are required to:
A. Proceed with caution.
B. Stop, check your blind spots and proceed with caution.
C. Stop and wait until the train crosses the intersection and/or the lights stop flashing before you proceed.
D. Stop, look up and down the track and proceed with caution, if no train is coming.
12. It is legal to park within 30 feet of the nearest rail of a railroad crossing.
A. True
B. False
13. When following a vehicle at night, dim your lights when you are within ____ of the vehicle.
A. 100 feet
B. 500 feet
C. 300 feet
D. 200 feet
14. Ramp Meters help prevent slowdowns and “stop-and-go” conditions that freeway travelers encounter at certain times
of the day.
A. True
B. False
15. Air bag related injuries can be prevented by following which of these safety points:
A. Everyone should buckle up with both a lap and shoulder belts on every trip.
B. Infants should never ride in the front seat of a vehicle with a passenger-side air bag.
C. Children twelve (12) and under should ride buckled in a rear seat.
D. All of the above.
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16. Prescription drugs are always safe to take while driving.
A. True
B. False
17. When entering a street or highway from an alley, a private driveway or a private road you should:
A. Sound your horn and go out cautiously.
B. Shift into second and, if clear, continue onto the street.
C. Slow down to about 10 miles per hour.
D. Come to a complete stop and then proceed cautiously.
18. A crosswalk only exists if there are painted white lines.
A. True
B. False
19. Any alterations made to your driver license may result in the suspension or your driving privilege.
A. True
B. False
20. Your points will be cut in half if you go ________ between violations.
A. Six months
B. Three years
C. One year
D. Two years
21. When the traffic light at an intersection changes from red to green a motorist may:
A. Proceed at a speed not greater than 35 mph.
B. Proceed after coming to a complete stop.
C. Proceed after yielding to pedestrians and vehicles that are still in the intersection.
D. Proceed at a speed not greater than 25 mph.
22. The purpose of a regulatory sign is:
A. To give information.
B. To warn of unusual conditions.
C. To control movement and flow of traffic.
D. To inform of proper exits to take.
23. A learner permit:
A. Is issued by the Driver Education instructor.
B. Is valid for four years.
C. Is issued to driver education graduates who are at least 16 year old.
D. Is issued to applicants who are at least 15 years old.
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24. You cannot legally park within _____ feet of a crosswalk at an intersection.
A. 25
B. 30
C. 50
D. 20
25. Which road has a double yellow barrier center line?
A
B
C
D
E
26. Reckless driving is defined by law as driving:
A. Over the speed limit.
B. Faster than 50 miles per hour.
C. With willful or wanton disregard for the safety of persons or property.
D. At high speed in bad weather.
27. Private vehicle operators must meet higher standards of physical fitness than those required of operators of
commercial vehicles.
A. True
B. False
28. A class D license allows you to drive commercial vehicles over 26,000 lbs. GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rate).
A. True
B. False
29. Circle the letter that correctly identifies the “Access for handicapped” sign:
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.
30. When driving across a sidewalk:
A. Vehicles must yield to any pedestrian or other traffic on the sidewalk.
B. Vehicle should stop only if a stop sign is present.
C. Vehicles should continue across the sidewalk, stopping only when the driver has a good view of traffic.
D. Vehicles have the right of way.
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31. Marijuana does not affect your ability to drive.
A. True
B. False
32. Raising the hood and attaching something white or orange to the antenna indicates that you need help.
A. True
B. False
33. The license to drive a vehicle is considered a:
A. Privilege
B. Imposition
C. Right
D. None of the above.
34. Studies show that people who use marijuana:
A. Make more driving mistakes.
B. Are more likely to be bothered by headlight glare.
C. Are arrested for more traffic violations.
D. All of the above.
35. It is wise to reduce your speed below normal when:
A. Approaching the top of a hill where visibility is limited.
B. Approaching an intersection.
C. Approaching and going around a curve.
D. All of the above.
36. Do not pass a school bus when its red lights are flashing.
A. True
B. False
37. All motor vehicles, except motorcycles, are required to have insurance.
A. True
B. False
38. Drivers who are unable or unwilling to correct bad driving habits can expect a revocation or suspension of their driving
privilege.
A. True
B. False
39. When driving during a snowstorm or under other poor conditions:
A. Stop your vehicle as soon as possible and wait for the conditions to improve.
B. Slow down to 10 miles per hour below the speed limit and turn your park lights on.
C. Drive your vehicle at a speed safe for the conditions to allow you to be in complete control.
D. Go slower than usual if there are other traffic conditions.
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40. A person may obtain a Utah provisional license at age 15.
A. True
B. False
41. Circle the letter that correctly identifies the “One way” sign.
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.
42. With few exceptions, bicyclists are subject to the same traffic rules and regulations as cars.
A. True
B. False
43. Safety belts are designed to keep you in your car if you are involved in a crash. In a crash, your chances of being
killed are 23 times greater if you are thrown from your car.
A. True
B. False
44. When entering a freeway:
A. Cars entering the freeway should look for openings in the traffic, accelerate to the main traffic speed and
merge into the right lane of traffic.
B. The left lane traffic on the freeway has the right-of-way.
C. The entering car has the right-of-way.
D. All traffic should slow down and proceed with caution.
45. The general meaning of a traffic sign may be identified first by:
A. Shape.
B. Placement.
C. Location.
D. Traffic flow.
46. You can go to any commercial driving school to take a road test.
A. True
B. False
47. When approached by an emergency vehicle, the driver must immediately:
A. Pull to the right and put on your emergency flashers.
B. Pull over to the right and slow down.
C. Stop and let the emergency vehicle go around.
D. Dull over to the right and stop.
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48. A sign of this shape (octagon) means:
A.
B.
C.
D.
Yield.
Stop.
Right turn.
Slippery when wet.
49. Which causes more deaths in Utah each year?
A. Driving too fast.
B. Driving while tired.
C. Disregarding traffic signals.
D. Failing to yield the right-of-way.
50. The type of vehicle licensed non-commercial operator may legally drive is:
A. Class A
B. Class C
C. Class D
D. Class B
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