Take 2026 Louisiana Permit Test 21

QUESTION 1 / 25

Allow a larger space cushion than usual when stopping:

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AOn an incline.✓BAt an intersection.✓CAt a stop sign.✓DAt a toll plaza.✓

QUESTION 2 / 25

The most important thing to remember about speed management and curves is that you must:

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ADrive at the posted speed limit as you enter the curve, then slow down at the sharpest part of the curve.✓BSlow down before you enter the curve.✓CAccelerate gently before you enter the curve.✓DDrive at the posted speed limit before, throughout, and after the curve.✓

QUESTION 3 / 25

Under normal weather and traffic conditions, maintain a minimum following distance of:

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AOne second.✓BTwo seconds.✓CThree seconds.✓DFour seconds.✓

QUESTION 4 / 25

Diagonal stripes sloping downward right on a barricade or panel mean:

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AThe driver should stop.✓BThe driver should bear to the right.✓CThe driver should bear to the left.✓DThe driver should drive in a straight line.✓

QUESTION 5 / 25

An approaching driver fails to dim their high beam headlights. Where should you look?

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AAt the wheels of the approaching vehicle.✓BToward the right side of the road.✓CToward the left side of the road.✓DStraight down the middle of the road.✓

QUESTION 6 / 25

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

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ANo U-turn.✓BNo left turn.✓CNo right turn.✓DNo turning.✓

QUESTION 7 / 25

As a pedestrian, you should:

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AAlways insist on the right-of-way over a vehicle when using a crosswalk.✓BNever enter a street or crosswalk when vehicles are approaching.✓CEnter a crosswalk at any time because it is the vehicle driver’s responsibility to stop.✓DUse crosswalks only if they are convenient.✓

QUESTION 8 / 25

If there are two railroad tracks next to each other:

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AIt is always safe to proceed after one train passes.✓BYou must always stop before crossing the tracks.✓CWhen one train passes, look for another train on the other track before proceeding.✓DHonk your horn as you cross the tracks.✓

QUESTION 9 / 25

A work zone:

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AMay be moving or stationary.✓BIs marked with black and white signs.✓CDoes not require a driver to slow down and pay extra attention.✓DAll of the above.✓

QUESTION 10 / 25

When a curb is painted ____, it indicates that only short parking stops are permitted.

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ABlue✓BYellow✓CWhite✓DRed✓

QUESTION 11 / 25

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

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AIncrease your speed.✓BRailroad crossing ahead.✓CIntersection ahead.✓DFour-way stop ahead.✓

QUESTION 12 / 25

A yellow light that flashes on and off means:

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AStop and look for other vehicles, then go if there is no traffic.✓BStop and wait for a green light.✓CSpeed up to clear the intersection quickly.✓DSlow down and proceed with caution.✓

QUESTION 13 / 25

You are making a left turn from a two-way street onto a one-way street. When you have completed the turn, your car should be:

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AIn the right lane of the street.✓BIn the center of the street.✓CIn the left lane of the street.✓DIn the lane with the least traffic.✓

QUESTION 14 / 25

If two vehicles arrive to an uncontrolled intersection at the same time:

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AThe largest vehicle has the right-of-way.✓BThe car on the left has the right-of-way.✓CThe car on the left shall yield to the car on the right.✓DThe car on the right shall yield to the car on the left.✓

QUESTION 15 / 25

You are involved in an accident and your vehicle is blocking traffic. You should:

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AMove your vehicle off the traveled portion of the roadway, if possible.✓BNot move your vehicle under any circumstances.✓CWait until the police arrive before moving your vehicle.✓DNone of the above.✓

QUESTION 16 / 25

When driving in bad weather, drivers should:

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AIncrease their speed to reach their final destination more quickly.✓BDecrease their following distance.✓CIncrease their following distance.✓DNone of the above.✓

QUESTION 17 / 25

Which of the following statements is true?

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AIt is okay for drivers of other vehicles to follow motorcycles closely.✓BA motorcycle with two people on it is more balanced than a motorcycle with just one rider.✓CThe driver of a passenger vehicle must change lanes completely when passing a motorcycle.✓DDrivers of other vehicles can expect a motorcycle's brake lights to turn on when the motorcyclist slows down.✓

QUESTION 18 / 25

What is the first thing you should adjust, if needed, when you get into a car to drive?

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AYour seat belt✓BThe steering wheel✓CYour rearview mirror✓DYour seat✓

QUESTION 19 / 25

When passing a parked vehicle, you should:

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ABe prepared for a person or vehicle to unexpectedly enter your lane.✓BExpect all other drivers and pedestrians to respect your right-of-way.✓CHonk to alert drivers and pedestrians to your presence.✓DPass quickly to avoid any pedestrians.✓

QUESTION 20 / 25

A single broken white line down the center of a two-lane road indicates:

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ALanes are moving in opposite directions and drivers are not permitted to pass.✓BLanes are moving in opposite directions and drivers are permitted to pass when it is safe to do so.✓CLanes are moving in the same direction and drivers are not permitted to pass.✓DLanes are moving in the same direction and drivers are permitted to pass when it is safe to do so.✓

QUESTION 21 / 25

What is the meaning of the "D" in the SIPDE acronym?

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ADefensive driving.✓BDecide on a safe action.✓CDodge.✓DDoubt.✓

QUESTION 22 / 25

You come to an intersection with a flashing red light. You must:

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ASlow down and drive carefully through the intersection.✓BTurn either right or left, since the road is blocked ahead.✓CStop at the intersection and wait for a flashing green light.✓DStop at the intersection, then proceed as traffic allows.✓

QUESTION 23 / 25

Before turning left, it is important to:

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ASound your horn.✓BYield to oncoming vehicles.✓CSwing to the right side of your lane.✓DWait until oncoming traffic has a red light.✓

QUESTION 24 / 25

When approaching a traffic signal displaying a steady green arrow, drivers:

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AShould merge into a lane in the direction of the arrow.✓BShould slow to a stop, if it is safe to do so.✓CMay turn in the direction of the arrow after yielding to traffic and pedestrians already in the intersection.✓DMay drive straight through the intersection.✓

QUESTION 25 / 25

What is the appropriate action to take when approaching a railroad crossing that does not have signals to direct traffic?

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AAlways bring the car to a complete stop.✓BSlow down and be prepared to stop.✓CAll railroad crossings have signals so you will never encounter this situation.✓DIncrease your speed to get across the tracks quickly.✓