Take 2026 Idaho Permit Test

QUESTION 1 / 25

When getting ready to change lanes, you should:

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ACheck your side view mirror.✓BCheck your rearview mirror.✓CQuickly turn your head to check for other vehicles.✓DAll of the above.✓

QUESTION 2 / 25

If a crossing guard is directing traffic in a school zone, you must:

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AFollow the directions given by the crossing guard.✓BCopy what surrounding traffic is doing, despite the crossing guard's instructions.✓CAssume the guard is not supposed to be directing traffic.✓DFollow rules that would be in place if no children were present.✓

QUESTION 3 / 25

It is important to slow down:

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AOn narrow or winding roads.✓BAt intersections or railroad crossings.✓CWhen the road is wet or slippery.✓DAll of the above.✓

QUESTION 4 / 25

To drive safely at night, you should:

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AIncrease your following distance.✓BNot drive if you are tired.✓CMake sure your headlights are working properly.✓DAll of the above.✓

QUESTION 5 / 25

Signaling your intentions before turning, changing lanes, or driving away from a curb:

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AIs necessary only if other traffic is present.✓BIs a good driving habit and is required by law.✓CIs necessary only during the maneuver, not before.✓DIs not necessary if the maneuver is done slowly.✓

QUESTION 6 / 25

Night driving can be more difficult than driving during the day because:

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ACars overheat more quickly at night.✓BVisibility is reduced in the dark.✓CIt is more likely to be raining at night.✓DYou are more likely to encounter a motorcycle at night.✓

QUESTION 7 / 25

You are driving when it starts to sleet or snow. You should:

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AKeep your windshield and mirrors clear.✓BAllow additional distance between your vehicle and the vehicles that you are following.✓CApproach all vehicles with caution.✓DAll of the above.✓

QUESTION 8 / 25

When approaching a steady green traffic light, drivers should:

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AContinue driving, unless there are vehicles or pedestrians already in the intersection.✓BStop if a police officer is nearby.✓CTreat the intersection like a four-way stop.✓DCome to a complete stop before proceeding.✓

QUESTION 9 / 25

If you are driving on the interstate and pass your exit, you should:

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AQuickly cut across traffic to make your turn.✓BMake a U-turn to go back to the exit.✓CContinue driving and use the next exit.✓DPut your vehicle in reverse to go back to the exit.✓

QUESTION 10 / 25

This sign means: Image: https://www.dmv-written-test.com/images-car/hawaii-traffic_signal_ahead.png

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AStop sign ahead.✓BLane closed ahead.✓CRailroad crossing ahead.✓DTraffic signal ahead.✓

QUESTION 11 / 25

Alcohol:

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ASlows reflexes and reaction time.✓BPuts you to sleep.✓CWakes you up.✓DImproves your judgment.✓

QUESTION 12 / 25

The most effective safety restraints in a traffic crash are:

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AOnly a lap and shoulder belt.✓BOnly an airbag.✓CBoth a lap/shoulder belt and an airbag.✓DNo safety restraints.✓

QUESTION 13 / 25

Drinking alcohol and driving is:

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AA minor traffic safety problem.✓BA serious traffic safety problem.✓CSafe if you have only had a few drinks.✓DOnly dangerous to the driver who drinks.✓

QUESTION 14 / 25

A person's ability to drive can be impaired by:

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AAlcohol.✓BAny medication.✓CA lack of sleep.✓DAll of the above.✓

QUESTION 15 / 25

You notice a vehicle defect which may affect the safe operation of your vehicle. You should:

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ACorrect the defect as soon as possible.✓BCorrect the defect when you can afford it.✓CDrive the vehicle at slower speeds.✓DDrive normally.✓

QUESTION 16 / 25

If an emergency vehicle with flashing lights is traveling in the area where you are driving, you should:

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ASpeed up to avoid the emergency vehicle.✓BStop your vehicle immediately and prevent them from passing.✓CMake every effort to give the emergency vehicle a clear path of travel.✓DSignal to the emergency vehicle when it is clear for them to pass you.✓

QUESTION 17 / 25

When you need to change lanes, it is important to:

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ASignal your intentions ahead of the lane change.✓BCheck your blind spot.✓CMake sure the lane is clear before entering.✓DAll of the above.✓

QUESTION 18 / 25

You are coming to an intersection and have a green light. Pedestrians are crossing against the red. You should:

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AHonk your horn.✓BSpeed up and pass in front of the pedestrians.✓CStop to let the pedestrians cross safely.✓DDrive close to the pedestrians and frighten them so they’ll think twice before crossing against a red light.✓

QUESTION 19 / 25

Worn or bald tires:

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ACan make turning more difficult.✓BAre likely to hydroplane.✓CCan increase your stopping distance.✓DAll of the above.✓

QUESTION 20 / 25

This road sign means: Image: https://www.dmv-written-test.com/images-car/virginia-pedestrian_crossing(2).png

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ASchool crossing.✓BPedestrian crossing.✓CJogging trail.✓DBusy sidewalk.✓

QUESTION 21 / 25

When in a travel lane on the roadway:

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AYou may stop to drop off passengers.✓BYou may stop to look up an address.✓CYou may make a U-turn or back up if you get on the wrong entrance ramp of the freeway.✓DDon’t stop for any reason. Keep moving until you can safely pull off the road.✓

QUESTION 22 / 25

When turning left, drivers must yield the right-of-way to:

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AOther drivers who are already in the intersection.✓BOncoming traffic.✓CPedestrians who are already in the intersection.✓DAll of the above.✓

QUESTION 23 / 25

Smoking and preparing to smoke while driving:

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ADo not affect driving abilities.✓BHelp maintain driver alertness.✓CAre distracting activities.✓DAre not distracting activities.✓

QUESTION 24 / 25

If a flagger is directing traffic in a construction zone, you must:

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AFollow the directions given by the flagger.✓BCopy what surrounding traffic is doing, despite the flagger's instructions.✓CAssume the flagger is not supposed to be directing traffic.✓DFollow the laws that would be in place if the area was not under construction.✓

QUESTION 25 / 25

An intersection has no traffic signs or signals. You arrive at the same time as a vehicle to your right. You should:

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ASpeed up and get through the intersection.✓BSlow down and yield to the vehicle on your right.✓CDrive into the intersection and make the other vehicle stop.✓DHonk your horn and drive through the intersection.✓