Take 2026 Louisiana Permit Test 20

QUESTION 1 / 25

Hydroplaning is usually caused by:

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AExcessive stops.✓BSudden stops.✓CSudden turns.✓DExcessive speed.✓

QUESTION 2 / 25

Downward-facing triangular signs:

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AIndicate school zones.✓BTell drivers to yield.✓CIndicate construction zones.✓DIndicate railroad crossings.✓

QUESTION 3 / 25

When dealing with pedestrians, a driver must:

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AMake sure the pedestrian is aware of their vehicle.✓BAlways yield the right-of-way, even if the pedestrian is in the wrong.✓CYield the right-of-way only when the pedestrian is legally entitled to it.✓DSlow down and sound their horn near a crosswalk.✓

QUESTION 4 / 25

If you are driving in another driver's blind spot, you should:

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AMove forward or drop back so the other driver can see you.✓BKeep a steady pace.✓CStay in the driver's blind spot.✓DHonk to let them know you are there.✓

QUESTION 5 / 25

How do you check your blind spots?

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ABy looking in your side mirrors.✓BBy turning your head and looking over your shoulders.✓CBy looking in your rearview mirror.✓DBy staring straight ahead.✓

QUESTION 6 / 25

When you see an emergency vehicle with flashing lights, you must:

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ASlow down and keep moving in your lane.✓BKeep driving in your lane.✓CPull to the right curb and stop.✓DStop exactly where you are.✓

QUESTION 7 / 25

This road sign means: Image: https://www.dmv-written-test.com/images-car/virginia-right_curve_35_mph.png

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AThe road ahead curves right. Slow down to the safe speed indicated.✓BDivided highway begins. Slow down to the safe speed indicated.✓CMerge. Slow down to the safe speed indicated.✓DWinding road ahead. Slow down to the safe speed indicated.✓

QUESTION 8 / 25

A driver can legally pass on the right side of another vehicle:

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AIf the vehicle is waiting to turn left and there is an available passing lane.✓BEven if it means driving off the pavement.✓COn a narrow bridge.✓DAt any time.✓

QUESTION 9 / 25

____ greatly increase stopping distances and severity of crashes.

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AHigh speeds✓BSlow speeds✓CNight drives✓DUphill inclines✓

QUESTION 10 / 25

If you reach an intersection where you wish to turn but you are not in the proper lane, you should:

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AQuickly cut across traffic to make your turn.✓BTurn on your blinker and make the turn from your current lane.✓CDrive to the next intersection and make your turn then.✓DSafely change lanes then put your vehicle in reverse to go back to the intersection.✓

QUESTION 11 / 25

If an approaching train is near enough or going fast enough to be a danger, you must:

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ASlow down and proceed with caution.✓BNot cross the tracks until the train has completely passed.✓CCross the tracks at your own risk.✓DFind an alternative route across tracks.✓

QUESTION 12 / 25

When is it illegal to drive below the speed limit?

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AWhen driving slowly disrupts the normal flow of traffic✓BWhen in heavy traffic in a construction zone✓COnly when driving in rural areas.✓DWhen driving under adverse weather conditions✓

QUESTION 13 / 25

If you stop at a railroad crossing with more than one track:

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AWait to proceed until you have a clear view of all tracks.✓BStop on the first railroad track and watch for another train.✓CGo through as soon as the train passes.✓DGo through when one of the tracks is free.✓

QUESTION 14 / 25

Defensive driving is:

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AIdentifying dangerous driving situations and taking action to avoid accidents.✓BDefending yourself against poor drivers by getting ahead of them in traffic.✓CFollowing the vehicle ahead of you at a close distance.✓DQuickly changing lanes and shifting in and out of traffic congestion.✓

QUESTION 15 / 25

When you hear the siren or see the flashing lights of an approaching emergency vehicle, you must:

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ASlow down until it passes you.✓BDrive to the right side of the road and stop.✓CMotion for the emergency vehicle to pass you.✓DMerge into the right lane and continue driving.✓

QUESTION 16 / 25

What are the colors of warning signs indicating upcoming hazards?

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ABlack letters or symbols on a white background✓BBlack letters or symbols on a yellow background✓CWhite letters or symbols on a blue background✓DWhite letters or symbols on a green background✓

QUESTION 17 / 25

This sign means: Image: https://www.dmv-written-test.com/images-car/new-york-merging_traffic_entering_from_right.png

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AOne-way traffic.✓BIntersection ahead.✓CMerging traffic from the right.✓DHighway curves ahead.✓

QUESTION 18 / 25

You are waiting to turn left at a multilane intersection and opposing traffic is blocking your view. You should:

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AAccelerate rapidly when the first lane you need to cross is clear.✓BWait until you can see all the lanes you need to cross before going ahead with your turn.✓CWait for an oncoming driver to wave you across the intersection.✓DEdge your car into each lane of opposing traffic as soon as it clears.✓

QUESTION 19 / 25

When making a turn, you must ____ your speed.

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AIncrease✓BMaintain✓CVary✓DReduce✓

QUESTION 20 / 25

A good defensive driver:

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ADrives slowly at all times.✓BLooks out for the actions of other drivers.✓CTravels at a constant speed.✓DOnly drives in familiar areas.✓

QUESTION 21 / 25

You are coming to a railroad crossing where the crossing signals are flashing. You should:

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AStop and look for a train.✓BSlow down and look for a train.✓CLook for a train, then speed up.✓DDo what the vehicle ahead of you does.✓

QUESTION 22 / 25

Driving at night requires increased caution because:

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ATraffic moves faster at night.✓BThere is a larger volume of traffic at night.✓CDrivers cannot see as well at night.✓DAccidents occur more frequently at night.✓

QUESTION 23 / 25

Which of the following commonly causes traffic accidents?

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AInattentive driving✓BExcessive speed under the driving conditions✓CFollowing other vehicles too closely✓DAll of the above✓

QUESTION 24 / 25

While driving on a two-lane road without bicycle lanes, you encounter a bicyclist traveling in the same direction. What is the safest way to pass the bicyclist?

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ASlow down and wait until there is no traffic approaching, then pass the bicyclist while leaving him or her sufficient space.✓BContinue driving straight. It is the bicyclist’s responsibility to get out of your way.✓CDo not pass the bicyclist until you come to a traffic signal or stop sign.✓DHonk at the bicyclist to let him or her know you are about to pass.✓

QUESTION 25 / 25

At dusk or on overcast days, you should:

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ADrive using your four-way flashers.✓BDrive using your parking lights.✓CNot turn on any vehicle lights.✓DTurn on your headlights.✓