Take 2026 Oregon 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

Distracted driving may be caused by:

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AEating, drinking, or smoking.✓BTalking or texting on a cellular phone.✓CChanging a radio station or CD.✓DAll of the above.✓

QUESTION 3 / 25

To ensure that your physical condition does not cause you to drive in an unsafe manner, you should:

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AKeep physically fit and have regular physical examinations.✓BKnow the effect of any medicine on your driving ability.✓CDrive within your physical limitations.✓DAll of the above.✓

QUESTION 4 / 25

Alcohol causes:

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ALoss of concentration.✓BPoor coordination.✓CSlower judgment.✓DAll of the above.✓

QUESTION 5 / 25

A telltale sign of a drunk driver is:

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AThey are weaving between lanes.✓BThey are driving more slowly than the normal traffic flow.✓CThey are making quick and sudden stops.✓DAll of the above.✓

QUESTION 6 / 25

Don’t follow other cars too closely because:

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AYou may not see the road between the cars.✓BYou may not have time to stop if the vehicle in front of you slows or stops suddenly.✓CYou may not see the vehicle's turn signals.✓DYou may not see the other vehicle’s brake lights.✓

QUESTION 7 / 25

What might happen when alcohol is combined with another drug?

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AThe effects of the alcohol and the drug may both be increased.✓BNothing will happen.✓CThe effects of the alcohol and the drug may both be reduced.✓DThe effects of only the alcohol may be reduced.✓

QUESTION 8 / 25

Braking distance is affected by:

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AThe speed your vehicle is traveling.✓BThe condition of your brakes and tires.✓CThe condition of the pavement.✓DAll of the above.✓

QUESTION 9 / 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 10 / 25

Drivers who have consumed alcohol before getting behind the wheel:

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AAre always aware of the risks they are taking.✓BDo not have sufficient control over their bodies and minds or the vehicles being driven.✓CAre better drivers because they are more careful than sober drivers.✓DHave quicker reaction times.✓

QUESTION 11 / 25

If you see this sign above your lane, you: Image: https://www.dmv-written-test.com/images-car/pennsylvania-progress_exit_only.png

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AMay not exit the freeway.✓BMay either continue through the interchange or exit the freeway from your current lane.✓CMay stay in your lane and continue through the interchange.✓DMust exit the freeway, if you stay in your current lane.✓

QUESTION 12 / 25

Your brake lights tell other drivers that you:

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AAre making a turn.✓BHave your emergency brake on.✓CAre changing lanes.✓DAre slowing down or stopping.✓

QUESTION 13 / 25

On long trips, you can prevent drowsiness by:

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ATurning on your car radio.✓BSlowing down.✓CStopping at regular intervals for a rest.✓DMoving your eyes from side to side as you drive.✓

QUESTION 14 / 25

A pedestrian starts to cross in front of your vehicle. You should:

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AFlash your lights.✓BSlow down.✓CSpeed up and pass in front of the pedestrian.✓DStop and let the pedestrian cross.✓

QUESTION 15 / 25

The consumption of alcohol while taking drugs can:

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ADecrease the effects of the drugs and alcohol.✓BIncrease the effects of both the drugs and alcohol.✓CHelp cure your illness.✓DImprove your driving ability.✓

QUESTION 16 / 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 17 / 25

Which of the following statements is true?

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AA sudden change in weather calls for a change in driving.✓BYou should slow down when driving in rain and fog.✓CBe particularly aware of vehicles coming up behind you in inclement weather.✓DAll of the above.✓

QUESTION 18 / 25

If you leave your vehicle unattended, you must:

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ATurn off the engine.✓BLock the ignition and remove the key.✓CSet the parking brake.✓DAll of the above.✓

QUESTION 19 / 25

You are involved in an accident. You should:

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AStop immediately.✓BHelp the injured.✓CCall the police.✓DAll of the above.✓

QUESTION 20 / 25

Before turning, you should:

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AUse your signal.✓BTurn the wheel.✓CIncrease your speed.✓DChange lanes.✓

QUESTION 21 / 25

If you miss your exit on an interstate expressway:

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AStop and make a U-turn.✓BGet off at the next exit and come back to the exit you missed.✓CRoll down your window and ask the driver next to you for help.✓DBack up on the highway.✓

QUESTION 22 / 25

Highway markings:

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AAre usually not important.✓BAre only found in construction zones.✓CProvide information for drivers.✓DAre usually red and blue in color.✓

QUESTION 23 / 25

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

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ACurves ahead.✓BDivided highway starts.✓CDivided highway ends.✓DBumps in the road.✓

QUESTION 24 / 25

When turning or changing lanes, you must:

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AAlways signal your intentions, even when no visible traffic is present.✓BSignal only if there is visible traffic.✓CSignal only when driving at night.✓DSignal only when driving in heavy traffic at night.✓

QUESTION 25 / 25

What do speed limit signs indicate?

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APotential driving speeds for the area✓BThe maximum or minimum speed that is legally allowed to be driven✓CThe speed drivers should drive in heavy traffic✓DThe speed drivers should drive under poor conditions✓