Take 2026 Washington Permit Test 17

QUESTION 1 / 24

If your turn signals fail, you should use ____ to indicate that you are turning.

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AYour horn✓BYour headlights✓CHand signals✓DYour emergency flashers✓

QUESTION 2 / 24

A driver above the age of 21 may not operate a vehicle if they have a minimum THC level of ____ per milliliter of blood.

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AZero nanograms✓BOne nanogram✓CThree nanograms✓DFive nanograms✓

QUESTION 3 / 24

A double solid yellow 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 4 / 24

This sign is used to warn drivers: Image: https://www.dmv-written-test.com/images-car/alabama-lane_ends_merge_left(2).png

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AThat the right lane ends and traffic should merge left.✓BThat the road curves ahead.✓CAbout upcoming intersections.✓DAbout road construction.✓

QUESTION 5 / 24

Drowsy drivers:

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AShould drink strong black coffee to stay awake.✓BCan drive so poorly that they may appear to be drunk.✓CCan stay alert by opening a window and turning up the radio.✓DAre usually only older drivers.✓

QUESTION 6 / 24

While backing, you should:

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ARely only on your mirrors.✓BFlash your lights.✓COpen your door to see if it is safe to proceed.✓DTurn your head and look through the rear window.✓

QUESTION 7 / 24

To reduce the effects of headlight glare at night, you should look:

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AStraight ahead.✓BOver your shoulder.✓CAt the center of the road✓DTo the right edge of the road.✓

QUESTION 8 / 24

If two vehicles arrive to a four-way stop at the same time:

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AThe vehicle on the left must yield to the vehicle on the right.✓BThe vehicle on the right must yield to the vehicle on the left.✓CDrivers must make hand motions to communicate with each other.✓DOne driver should proceed without stopping.✓

QUESTION 9 / 24

Another driver is trying to pass your car. You should:

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APull off the road.✓BSignal to the other driver when it is safe for them to pass.✓CCheck for oncoming traffic and adjust your speed to allow safe passing.✓DSpeed up.✓

QUESTION 10 / 24

To enter a freeway:

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ASignal, yield to existing traffic, and enter at the same speed that traffic is moving.✓BSignal and enter the freeway. Freeway traffic must yield.✓CDrive slowly so you can check traffic.✓DAlways come to a complete stop first.✓

QUESTION 11 / 24

Which of the following is true about driving on a wet roadway?

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AAs you drive faster, your tires become less effective.✓BWater does not affect cars with good tires.✓CDeep water is less dangerous than shallow water.✓DAs you decrease your speed, the roadway becomes more slippery.✓

QUESTION 12 / 24

To safely pass a bicycle, you should:

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AHonk at the bicyclist to let them know you're trying to pass.✓BDrive in the bicycle lane until you get a chance to pass.✓CSlow down and give them as much space as possible.✓DRush ahead to pull in front of the bicyclist.✓

QUESTION 13 / 24

A first conviction for driving under the influence of alcohol or any drug can result in license suspension for at least ____ if you refuse to take a breath test.

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A30 days✓B90 days✓COne year✓DTwo years✓

QUESTION 14 / 24

When you see or hear an emergency vehicle coming, you should:

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AStop immediately and let the vehicle pass.✓BDrive as far toward the right side of the road as is safe and stop.✓CProceed slowly and permit the vehicle to pass.✓DKeep moving slowly, staying to the right side of the road.✓

QUESTION 15 / 24

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

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ASteep downgrade.✓BCrossroad ahead.✓CNo right turn.✓DNarrow bridge.✓

QUESTION 16 / 24

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 17 / 24

To prevent hydroplaning, you should:

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AEnsure that your tires have good tread depth.✓BEnsure that your tires are properly inflated.✓CReduce your speed when driving in the rain.✓DAll of the above.✓

QUESTION 18 / 24

Always signal when:

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AChanging lanes.✓BPulling into or out of a parking space.✓CPulling into traffic from a parking area or alley.✓DAll of the above.✓

QUESTION 19 / 24

When you approach a railroad crossing without flashing warning signals or crossing gates, you should:

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ACross the tracks immediately and as quickly as possible.✓BAlways stop before crossing the tracks.✓CPrepare to yield to any train at the crossing.✓DSpeed up to beat any oncoming train.✓

QUESTION 20 / 24

Before entering a roundabout, you must slow down and yield to:

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AVehicles in the roundabout.✓BBicyclists in the roundabout.✓CPedestrians in the roundabout.✓DAll of the above.✓

QUESTION 21 / 24

When you drive through an area where children are playing, you should expect them:

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ATo know when it is safe to cross the street.✓BTo stop at the curb before crossing the street.✓CTo run out in front of you without looking.✓DNot to cross the street unless they are with an adult.✓

QUESTION 22 / 24

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 23 / 24

When driving at high speeds, always allow enough room to safely stop in emergencies by staying at least:

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AOne second behind the vehicle in front of you.✓BFour seconds behind the vehicle in front of you.✓CTwo seconds behind the vehicle in front of you.✓DTen seconds behind the vehicle in front of you.✓

QUESTION 24 / 24

“Highway hypnosis” is a driving condition that can result from:

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AStaring at the roadway for long periods of time.✓BFrequent rest stops.✓CToo much sleep the night before your trip.✓DShort trips on expressways.✓