# 1: What is the main cause of car skids?

Poor road conditions Drivers driving too fast for road conditions The size of the car

In the vast majority of cases, skids were caused by drivers traveling too fast for conditions. The best policy is to keep a skid from happening. Slow down to a speed at which you can control the car.

# 2: At a flashing red light:

A rolling stop is permitted, if the way is clear Stopping is not required You must come to a full stop

A flashing red signal light means stop. You must come to a complete stop. Look both ways, yield to traffic and pedestrians and proceed when it is safe to do so. Observe the right-of-way rules.

# 3: When entering or crossing a city street from a driveway, you must:

Stop on the sidewalk Stop before the sidewalk Proceed slowly

You must stop prior to a sidewalk area, or street, when coming onto a street or highway from an alley, private driveway, private road, or from a building.

# 4: This sign added to a stop sign means:

You cannot make a turn at the intersection You must slow down and proceed carefully through the intersection All approaching traffic to this intersection must stop

When you see the 4-way or all-way sign all approaching traffic to this intersection must stop.

# 5: When children are nearby, what should you do before backing out of a driveway or parking lot?

Check behind your vehicle Turn on your headlights Honk your horn

Check behind your vehicle before you get in. Children or small objects cannot be seen from the driver's seat. Learn more about safe backing techniques: DMV Questions about How to Back Your Car.

# 6: Penalties for driving while your license is denied, suspended, or revoked include jail sentence for how long?

One year 30 days 90 days

If you drive while your license is denied, suspended, or revoked you may be sentenced to jail for 90 days and be required to pay a fine.

# 7: This sign tells you:

Left lane ends There will be fewer lanes ahead Traffic must merge right

Reduction of lanes. Right lane ends. Merge left. Two lanes of traffic will soon become one lane of traffic. Right-lane traffic must yield when merging.

# 8: When parking close to a fire hydrant you must keep what distance?

30 feet or more At least 25 feet More than 15 feet

Parking is not allowed within 15 feet of a fire hydrant.

# 9: What does this sign mean?

Workers ahead Flagger ahead Pedestrian crossing

This sign is used at locations along a roadway where a flagger may be stationed to control traffic.

# 10: Unless otherwise posted, what is the speed limit in a school zone during opening or closing hours?

15 mph 25 mph 20 mph

Speed limit is 20 mph when passing a school building or grounds during school recess or while children are going to or leaving school during opening or closing hours or when flashing lights are operating.

# 11: Which is the best rule to remember when it comes to turning on your headlights?

Turn them on whenever you drive in open country Turn them on whenever you have trouble seeing other vehicles Turn them on whenever you drive outside city limits

The best rule is to remember to turn on your headlights whenever you have trouble seeing other vehicles. If you have trouble seeing them, chances are, the other vehicles are having trouble seeing you.

By law, you must turn on your headlights no later than half an hour after sunset and keep them on until half an hour before sunrise. You must also use your lights any time conditions keep you from seeing 1,000 feet ahead. These conditions include fog, stormy weather or dust.

# 12: On a two-direction roadway, passing is permitted, when:

A dashed yellow center line is on your side A solid yellow center line is on your side The center line is a double solid yellow line

# 13: On two-lane roads with traffic moving in both directions, it is illegal to pass on the left side:

Within 100 feet of an intersection Where there are no center lines When it is dark

Utah law prohibits passing when approaching within 100 feet of any intersection or railroad grade crossing. It is also illegal to pass within 100 feet of any bridge, viaduct, or tunnel where you view is obstructed.

Never pass when approaching or on a hill or a curve where your view is obstructed.

# 14: Bicyclists must ride:

On sidewalks Against (facing) the flow of traffic In the same direction as the flow of traffic

Bicycle riders on public streets and highways have the same rights and responsibilities as automobile drivers.

Bicyclists must ride with the flow of traffic and as near to the right side of the road or street as is safe and practical.

# 15: A white cloth tied to a radio antenna or a door handle indicates:

Hazardous load Slow moving vehicle An emergency

If you have an emergency, pull to the side of the road, turn on your emergency flashers, raise your hood, and tie something white or orange on the antenna or left door handle. This will signal an emergency.

# 16: When facing a traffic signal showing a steady green arrow, you:

Must change lane Should insist on the right-of-way Must turn in the direction of the arrow

When facing a green arrow light, you may proceed only in the direction of the arrow. You must yield to vehicles and pedestrians still in the intersection at the time of the light change.

When the green arrow is shown in a left-turn signal, it means that opposing traffic is stopped. This is known as a protected turn.

Remember, the green arrow does not mean that all other traffic is stopped by a red light.

# 17: What does this sign mean?

Work Zone Steep hill ahead Side road

Incline or Hill. The sign warns you of hills where special care must be taken. Slow down before you start downhill.

# 18: This over lane indicator (a steady yellow X) means:

You should prepare to change lane You must be prepared to stop ahead You are not allowed to drive in the lane beneath the sign

Green arrows indicate the lane is open, while red X's indicate that lane is for opposing traffic and motorist should not be traveling in it. Yellow X's tell motorists that the lane is in transition and they need to merge right. Flex Lanes are a method to vary the number of eastbound and westbound lanes during peak travel times.

# 19: You should always look carefully for motorcycles before you change lanes because:

It is illegal for motorcycles to share traffic lanes Motorcyclists always have the right-of-way The motorcycle's smaller size makes them harder to see

Due to its relatively small size, a motorcycle is sometimes difficult to see. Motorists' failure to detect and recognize motorcycles in traffic is the predominant cause of motorcycle crashes

It is vital for motorists to condition themselves to look for motorcyclist in traffic. The appearance of a motorcycle in traffic situations when the motorist is not prepared can lead to a hazardous situation.

# 20: When are you required to stop at a railroad crossing?

When the crossing is marked with a crossbuck sign When you transport children in a passenger vehicle When a crossing gate is lowered

You must always stop if there is any condition that makes it unsafe to proceed through the crossing.

Stop when a clearly visible electric or mechanical signal device gives warning of the immediate approach of a train. You must also stop when crossing gate is lowered, or when a human flagman signals you to stop.

Whenever an approaching train is plainly visible or emits a signal, and is in hazardous proximity to the crossing you are also required to stop.

# 21: For how long will information about alcohol and drug-related violations remain on your driving record?

4 years 10 years 1 year

All alcohol and drug-related violations, suspensions, and revocations remain on the record for 10 years.

# 22: Four out of five crashes occur at speeds:

Under 40 mph Over 65 mph Between 40 and 60 mph

Four out of five crashes occur at speeds under 40 mph, with deaths occurring at speeds as low as 12 mph.

Remember, a safety belt should be worn at any speed, regardless of how slow you are moving.

# 23: With an anti-lock braking system (ABS) you should pump the brake if your vehicle begins to skid:

False True

If your vehicle is equipped with ABS brakes, it is not necessary to pump them when braking in slippery situation, apply constant and firm pressure and your vehicle will make a smooth, safe stop.

# 24: When taking a prescription drug, who is responsible for deciding if you can drive or not?

Your physician Your pharmacist You

It is your responsibility to know when you are not in shape to drive to drive safely.

Most of the drugs for headaches, colds, hay fever, allergies, or nerves can make you sleepy and affect your control of the vehicle. Be sure you know how any drugs or medication you take may affect your driving and ability to operate a vehicle safely on our highways.

# 25: If you become stranded while traveling in cold weather, it is best to leave your vehicle and seek help.

True False

If you become stranded while traveling in cold weather, stay with your vehicle. Do not leave your vehicle unless you know exactly where you are and how far it is to help. Most deaths under these circumstances occur when people get out of their vehicles, become lost and suffer pro-longed exposure to the cold. Stay calm, wait for help to arrive. Turn on your hazard warning lights, light flares, or hang a brightly colored cloth from your driver side window, mirror or door handle to attract attention.

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The Real Utah Written Knowledge Test

For new drivers, the real written DMV test in Utah has 50 multiple-choice and True or False questions. You must correctly answer at least 40 of the 50 questions to pass the test.

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Since this is a practice test to help you study for the real written knowledge test, you should aim higher than just 20 correct answers. It is always a good idea to make sure you know and understand all the answers.

When you are in doubt, always check the State Driver Handbook. You can get a copy from a Utah Driver License location or download it online.

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