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2026 Hawaii Permit Test 21
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QUESTION 1 / 25
A red flashing traffic light has the same meaning as a:
Choose one answer below.
A
Solid red light.
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B
Stop sign.
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C
Yield sign.
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D
Caution sign.
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QUESTION 2 / 25
Pennant-shaped signs indicate:
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A
School zones.
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B
No passing zones.
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C
Speed limits.
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D
Railroad crossings.
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QUESTION 3 / 25
You are approaching an intersection when the traffic light changes from green to solid yellow. You should:
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A
Consider it the same as a caution sign and continue through the intersection.
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B
Stop immediately.
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C
Stop before entering the intersection, unless you are too close to stop safely.
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D
Speed up to get through the intersection before the red light appears.
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QUESTION 4 / 25
To pass a slower-moving vehicle on a two-lane, two-way road, you must:
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A
Not cross the centerline.
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B
Flash your lights at oncoming traffic.
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C
Use the shoulder.
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D
Use the lane that belongs to oncoming traffic.
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QUESTION 5 / 25
To check your blind spot when changing lanes to the left, you should glance:
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A
Over your right shoulder.
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B
At your side mirror.
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C
Over your left shoulder.
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D
At your rearview mirror.
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QUESTION 6 / 25
Which of the following recommendations does not promote safe night driving?
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A
Keep your windshield clean.
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B
Be aware that tinted windows reduce visibility in the dark.
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C
Carry a flashlight in your vehicle.
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D
Look into the headlights of oncoming vehicles.
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QUESTION 7 / 25
You have been charged with driving under the influence of alcohol and have refused to take the required chemical test. You may lose your driver license for twelve months:
Choose one answer below.
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Only if you are convicted of driving while under the influence of alcohol.
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B
Only if you are convicted of a traffic violation.
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C
Because you have refused to take the test.
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D
Under no circumstances.
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QUESTION 8 / 25
A speed restriction sign:
Choose one answer below.
A
May be ignored in rainy, snowy, or icy conditions.
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B
Has a triangular shape.
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C
Is blue with black lettering.
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D
Shows a recommended speed for a curve or turn.
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QUESTION 9 / 25
When merging onto a freeway, it is usually best to:
Choose one answer below.
A
Proceed slowly while waiting for an opening.
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B
Accelerate to a speed that is faster than the speed of traffic.
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C
Turn on your hazard lights until safely on the freeway.
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D
Accelerate to the speed of freeway traffic.
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QUESTION 10 / 25
The driver's left arm and hand are extended downward. This hand signal means that the driver plans to: Image: https://www.dmv-written-test.com/images-car/new-york-hand_signal_down.png
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A
Turn left.
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B
Turn right.
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C
Stop.
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D
Start up.
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QUESTION 11 / 25
This sign means: Image: https://www.dmv-written-test.com/images-car/indiana-keep_right.png
Choose one answer below.
A
Keep right.
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B
Low shoulder.
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C
No parking at any time.
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D
Lane ends.
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QUESTION 12 / 25
When parking your vehicle downhill on a two-way street:
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A
Turn your wheels to the right.
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B
Turn your wheels to the left.
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C
Keep your wheels pointed straight ahead.
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D
Leave your transmission in neutral.
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QUESTION 13 / 25
A work zone:
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A
May be moving or stationary.
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B
Is marked with black and white signs.
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C
Does not require a driver to slow down and pay extra attention.
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D
All of the above.
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QUESTION 14 / 25
When parallel parking between two cars, you should first:
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A
Turn your wheels to the left.
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B
Turn your wheels to the right.
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C
Pull up even with the car in front of your desired parking space.
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D
Back slowly.
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QUESTION 15 / 25
What should you be most concerned about when you see this sign? Image: https://www.dmv-written-test.com/images-car/pennsylvania-shoulder_drop_off.png
Choose one answer below.
A
Driving with your headlights out of alignment because one side of your car is higher than the other.
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B
Damaging a tire from drifting onto the shoulder.
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C
Hydroplaning, if the shoulder has water on it.
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D
Losing control of the vehicle if you drift onto the shoulder.
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QUESTION 16 / 25
Pentagonal signs indicate:
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A
No passing zones.
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B
School zones.
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C
Speed limits.
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D
Railroad crossings.
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QUESTION 17 / 25
When changing lanes, you should:
Choose one answer below.
A
Rely on your mirrors.
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B
Begin signaling as you move into the next lane.
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C
Signal at least 500 feet before your lane change when driving on residential streets.
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D
Always check your blind spot.
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QUESTION 18 / 25
A speed limit sign is posted on a freeway exit ramp. You should:
Choose one answer below.
A
Slow to this speed before entering the deceleration lane.
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B
Regard the posted limit as only a suggestion.
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C
Never drive slower than the posted speed on the exit ramp.
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D
Slow to the posted speed once entering the exit ramp.
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QUESTION 19 / 25
When towing a trailer, you must make sure that:
Choose one answer below.
A
The trailer has a safety chain securely attached to the trailer hitch.
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B
The trailer has a safety chain securely attached to the vehicle’s bumper.
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C
The trailer has a safety chain securely attached to the frame of the towing vehicle.
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D
The trailer hitch is equipped with a fail-safe latch.
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QUESTION 20 / 25
If your vehicle begins to skid, you should:
Choose one answer below.
A
Overcorrect.
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B
Turn your steering wheel into traffic.
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C
Turn your steering wheel in the direction of the skid.
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D
Release the steering wheel.
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QUESTION 21 / 25
When towing a trailer load, ensure that the trailer’s load is properly balanced. About ____ of the total trailer weight should be on the vehicle’s trailer hitch.
Choose one answer below.
A
Five percent
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B
10 to 15 percent
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C
15 to 20 percent
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D
20 to 25 percent
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QUESTION 22 / 25
You must not drive your vehicle at a speed greater than:
Choose one answer below.
A
The maximum speed limit.
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B
A speed that is faster than is reasonable and prudent.
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C
A speed that is safe for existing conditions.
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D
All of the above.
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QUESTION 23 / 25
A leaky exhaust system in your vehicle is dangerous because it can cause:
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A
A loss of hearing.
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B
Pollution.
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C
Carbon monoxide poisoning.
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D
Poor engine performance.
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QUESTION 24 / 25
Round signs indicate:
Choose one answer below.
A
No passing zones.
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B
School zones.
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C
Upcoming railroad crossings.
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D
Hospitals.
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QUESTION 25 / 25
You are waiting in the intersection to complete a left turn. You should:
Choose one answer below.
A
Signal and keep your wheels turned to the left.
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B
Signal and keep your wheels straight.
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C
Flash your headlights so drivers will let you through.
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D
Drive around the rear of a car if it blocks you.
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