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2026 Louisiana Permit Test 9
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QUESTION 1 / 25
Defensive driving is:
Choose one answer below.
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Identifying dangerous driving situations and taking action to avoid accidents.
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B
Defending yourself against poor drivers by getting ahead of them in traffic.
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C
Following the vehicle ahead of you at a close distance.
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D
Quickly changing lanes and shifting in and out of traffic congestion.
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QUESTION 2 / 25
You notice a vehicle defect which may affect the safe operation of your vehicle. You should:
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Correct the defect as soon as possible.
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B
Correct the defect when you can afford it.
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C
Drive the vehicle at slower speeds.
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D
Drive normally.
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QUESTION 3 / 25
If an approaching train is near enough or going fast enough to be a danger, you must:
Choose one answer below.
A
Slow down and proceed with caution.
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B
Not cross the tracks until the train has completely passed.
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C
Cross the tracks at your own risk.
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D
Find an alternative route across tracks.
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QUESTION 4 / 25
If you are being followed too closely on a multilane highway, you should:
Choose one answer below.
A
Speed up to match the speed of the car behind you.
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B
Move into another lane to let the car pass.
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C
Slow down but stay in your lane.
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D
Let the driver pass and then tailgate them.
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QUESTION 5 / 25
You are coming to a railroad crossing where the crossing signals are flashing. You should:
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A
Stop and look for a train.
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B
Slow down and look for a train.
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C
Look for a train, then speed up.
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D
Do what the vehicle ahead of you does.
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QUESTION 6 / 25
When may you proceed through an intersection that has a stop sign but no stop line or crosswalk?
Choose one answer below.
A
After slowing down to verify that there is no cross traffic
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B
After coming to a complete stop and verifying that it is safe to proceed
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C
After you have stopped at least 20 feet prior to the intersection
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D
After slowing down to a speed of 10 mph
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QUESTION 7 / 25
Drivers must yield to a pedestrian:
Choose one answer below.
A
Even if the pedestrian crosses the street carelessly.
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B
Only when the pedestrian is in a crosswalk.
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C
Only if the pedestrian is on the same side of the road as the driver.
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D
If the pedestrian uses a hand signal to ask oncoming drivers to stop.
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QUESTION 8 / 25
How can you help prevent rear-end collisions?
Choose one answer below.
A
Avoid sudden stops.
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B
Before stopping, check your mirrors and blind spots for traffic.
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C
Release the gas pedal and let your vehicle slow before applying the brakes.
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D
All of the above.
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QUESTION 9 / 25
You are driving in the right lane of a multilane highway and want to move into the left lane. You should:
Choose one answer below.
A
Look in your rearview mirror for traffic behind you before changing lanes.
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B
Look over your left shoulder for traffic in your blind spot before changing lanes.
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C
Look in your side mirror for traffic and turn on your directional signal.
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D
All of the above.
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QUESTION 10 / 25
Which of the following commonly causes traffic accidents?
Choose one answer below.
A
Inattentive driving
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B
Excessive speed under the driving conditions
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C
Following other vehicles too closely
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D
All of the above
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QUESTION 11 / 25
When changing lanes you should not:
Choose one answer below.
A
Check your side and rearview mirrors.
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B
Give a turn signal to signal your intentions.
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C
Check for other drivers who may be moving into the same lane as you.
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D
Use your cell phone to contact the police to determine if the road ahead is clear.
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QUESTION 12 / 25
A good defensive driver:
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A
Drives slowly at all times.
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B
Looks out for the actions of other drivers.
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C
Travels at a constant speed.
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D
Only drives in familiar areas.
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QUESTION 13 / 25
When should drivers use one-hand steering?
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A
When turning the wheel during normal driving activity.
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B
When avoiding a hazard at a high speed.
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C
When turning the wheel at low speeds.
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D
When backing, activating signals, turning on the radio, or activating windshield wipers.
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QUESTION 14 / 25
You must stop for a school bus:
Choose one answer below.
A
That is parked on the shoulder of the road with no one in it.
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B
When it approaches you, even if its lights are not flashing.
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C
If you are both driving on a two-lane highway and its red lights are flashing.
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D
Whenever the driver waves at you.
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QUESTION 15 / 25
You may avoid the risks of alcohol-related crashes by:
Choose one answer below.
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Deciding before you start drinking that you are not going to drive.
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B
Simply saying, "No thanks, I'm driving," if someone offers you a drink.
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C
Calling a taxi.
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D
Doing any of the above.
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QUESTION 16 / 25
The effect that alcohol has on your reflexes and judgment:
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A
Is less pronounced when consuming beer instead of wine.
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B
Is less pronounced when consuming wine instead of beer.
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C
Is most pronounced when consuming hard ciders and mixed drinks.
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D
Depends on the amount of alcohol in your bloodstream.
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QUESTION 17 / 25
When backing up, you should:
Choose one answer below.
A
Rely only on your mirrors.
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B
Look over your shoulder through the rear window.
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C
Rely only on a backup camera.
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D
Put your head out of the driver's side window.
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QUESTION 18 / 25
How can you prevent "Highway hypnosis?"
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A
Begin your drive well-rested.
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B
Regularly stop, even if you don't feel tired.
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C
Keep your eyes moving.
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D
All of the above.
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QUESTION 19 / 25
This sign means: Image: https://www.dmv-written-test.com/images-car/pennsylvania-no_turn.png
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A
No U-turn.
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B
No turning.
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C
No left turn.
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D
No right turn.
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QUESTION 20 / 25
Drivers should use hand-over-hand steering:
Choose one answer below.
A
When turning the wheel during normal driving activity.
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B
When avoiding a hazard at a high speed.
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C
When turning the wheel at low speeds.
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D
When backing, activating signals, turning on the radio, or activating windshield wipers.
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QUESTION 21 / 25
You are waiting to turn left at a multilane intersection and opposing traffic is blocking your view. You should:
Choose one answer below.
A
Accelerate rapidly when the first lane you need to cross is clear.
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B
Wait until you can see all the lanes you need to cross before going ahead with your turn.
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C
Wait for an oncoming driver to wave you across the intersection.
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D
Edge your car into each lane of opposing traffic as soon as it clears.
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QUESTION 22 / 25
When riding in a vehicle, small children:
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May be safely held by a strong adult.
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B
Will be safe if they are standing on the floor in the back of the vehicle.
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C
Will not be hurt in an accident because they are small.
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D
Must never be allowed to ride while standing in the vehicle.
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QUESTION 23 / 25
When should you use your parking brake?
Choose one answer below.
A
Every time you park
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B
Only when you park on a hill
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C
Only when you're parked on a busy street
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D
Only when you're parked in a parking lot
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QUESTION 24 / 25
If you stop along the road at night:
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A
Turn off all your lights.
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B
Use your parking lights only.
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C
Use your headlights only.
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D
Turn on your emergency flashers and leave your low beams turned on.
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QUESTION 25 / 25
You approach an emergency vehicle that is stopped with its lights flashing. You must:
Choose one answer below.
A
Slow down. If possible, change lanes so you will not drive next to the stopped emergency vehicle.
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B
Drive to the right side of the road and stop.
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C
Stay in your lane and continue to drive at the same speed.
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D
Accelerate to quickly pass the stopped vehicle.
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