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2026 Washington Permit Test 18
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QUESTION 1 / 25
What can you do to avoid the need to make emergency stops while driving in traffic?
Choose one answer below.
A
Honk your horn to make others aware of your presence.
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B
Look ahead and maintain a safe following distance.
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C
Drive in the right lane only.
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D
Drive more slowly than the flow of traffic.
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QUESTION 2 / 25
While driving, you come upon a sign displaying the words “Reduced speed, 35 mph." This means:
Choose one answer below.
A
That the new 35 mph speed limit begins at this sign.
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B
That the new 35 mph speed limit begins at the next speed limit sign.
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C
That you have plenty of time to slow down before the reduced speed zone.
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D
That you should reduce your speed to 35 mph, but only under poor weather conditions.
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QUESTION 3 / 25
You notice a vehicle defect which may affect the safe operation of your vehicle. You should:
Choose one answer below.
A
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 4 / 25
If a collision involves a parked vehicle, you need to:
Choose one answer below.
A
Stay at the scene until the owner returns.
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B
Try to find the owner of the vehicle, or leave a note that tells the owner how to reach you and the time and date of the collision.
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C
Leave your name and address with the nearest county courthouse.
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D
Call a tow truck and have the vehicle towed away.
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QUESTION 5 / 25
Generally, how many alcoholic drinks will the human body get rid of each hour?
Choose one answer below.
A
Half a drink.
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B
One drink.
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C
Two drinks.
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D
Three drinks.
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QUESTION 6 / 25
On long trips, you can prevent drowsiness by:
Choose one answer below.
A
Turning on your car radio.
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B
Slowing down.
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C
Stopping at regular intervals for a rest.
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D
Moving your eyes from side to side as you drive.
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QUESTION 7 / 25
When riding in a vehicle, small children:
Choose one answer below.
A
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 8 / 25
You may park or stop along the shoulder of the freeway:
Choose one answer below.
A
As long as you turn on your four-way (emergency) flashers.
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B
If no part of your vehicle is on the road.
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C
If you need to look at a map for directions.
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D
Only if you have an emergency.
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QUESTION 9 / 25
Drivers who eat and drink while driving:
Choose one answer below.
A
Make no driving errors.
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B
Have trouble driving slowly.
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C
Are better drivers because they are not hungry.
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D
Have trouble controlling their vehicles.
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QUESTION 10 / 25
This road sign means: Image: https://www.dmv-written-test.com/images-car/delaware-do_not_enter.png
Choose one answer below.
A
You are about to enter a one-way street from the wrong direction.
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B
U-turns are prohibited.
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C
You may proceed if the way is clear.
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D
Come to a complete stop before proceeding.
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QUESTION 11 / 25
A speed restriction sign:
Choose one answer below.
A
May be ignored in rainy, snowy, or icy conditions.
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B
Has a triangular shape.
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C
Is blue with black lettering.
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D
Shows a recommended speed for a curve or turn.
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QUESTION 12 / 25
You are driving on a narrow road when you meet an oncoming vehicle. You must:
Choose one answer below.
A
Pull completely off the road and stop.
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B
Allow the oncoming vehicle at least one-half of the main-traveled portion of the road.
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C
Demand the other vehicle pull over to make room.
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D
Turn on your high beam headlights to make sure the other vehicle sees you.
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QUESTION 13 / 25
This sign is used to prevent: Image: https://www.dmv-written-test.com/images-car/new-york-one_way_traffic_do_not_enter.png
Choose one answer below.
A
Entrance to full parking lots.
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B
Entrance to road construction areas.
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C
Entrance to dead-end streets.
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D
Entrances from the wrong direction on one-way streets and expressway ramps.
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QUESTION 14 / 25
When there are no signs or lane markings to control turning, you should:
Choose one answer below.
A
Stop before turning.
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B
Turn from the lane that is closest to your desired direction.
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C
Turn from the center lane.
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D
Turn from any of the lanes.
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QUESTION 15 / 25
A flashing red traffic signal at an intersection has the same requirements as:
Choose one answer below.
A
A slow sign.
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B
A yield sign.
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C
A stop sign.
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D
An intersection sign.
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QUESTION 16 / 25
If your brakes stop working, you should first:
Choose one answer below.
A
Shift the car’s transmission into neutral.
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B
Pump the brake pedal several times and try to build up brake pressure.
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C
Flash your lights at other traffic.
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D
Jump out of the vehicle immediately.
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QUESTION 17 / 25
You are involved in an accident and another person is injured. You should:
Choose one answer below.
A
Moved the injured away from the scene immediately.
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B
Always leave the injured where they are.
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C
Not move the injured unnecessarily. Keep the injured warm and administer first aid.
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D
Stay away from the injured.
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QUESTION 18 / 25
Which of the following statements is true?
Choose one answer below.
A
Signal at least 100 feet before changing lanes to pass and ensure there is no oncoming traffic.
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B
Use your mirrors and look over your left shoulder to check your blind spot when passing to the left.
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C
When passing, wait until you can see both headlights of the passed car in your rearview mirror before returning to your original lane.
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D
All of the above.
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QUESTION 19 / 25
Double solid yellow lines painted down the middle of the road mean:
Choose one answer below.
A
Railroad crossing ahead.
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B
Pedestrian crossing ahead.
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C
Passing is not permitted from either direction.
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D
Passing is permitted from either direction.
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QUESTION 20 / 25
When driving on slippery roads, you should:
Choose one answer below.
A
Use alternate routes.
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B
Drive as you would on dry roads.
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C
Increase your following distance.
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D
Avoid crossing bridges or intersections.
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QUESTION 21 / 25
You need to use extra caution when driving near a pedestrian using a white cane because:
Choose one answer below.
A
He or she is deaf.
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B
He or she is a police officer.
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C
He or she is blind.
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D
He or she has poor balance.
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QUESTION 22 / 25
A traffic light displaying a green arrow and a red light means that:
Choose one answer below.
A
You may only drive straight ahead.
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B
You may drive only in the direction of the green arrow.
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C
You must wait for a solid green light to proceed in any direction.
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D
Vehicles moving in any direction must stop.
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QUESTION 23 / 25
____ limit your concentration, perception, judgment, and memory.
Choose one answer below.
A
Only a blood alcohol level greater than the legal limit can
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B
Alcohol does not
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C
Even the smallest amount of alcohol can
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D
Only a blood alcohol level greater than 0.05 percent can
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QUESTION 24 / 25
The driver's left arm and hand are extended upward. This hand signal means that the driver plans to: Image: https://www.dmv-written-test.com/images-car/new-york-hand_signal_up.png
Choose one answer below.
A
Turn left.
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B
Turn right.
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C
Come to a stop.
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D
Go straight ahead.
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QUESTION 25 / 25
This sign means you should: Image: https://www.dmv-written-test.com/images-car/washington-detour.png
Choose one answer below.
A
Follow a detour to the right.
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B
Get ready to enter a one-way street.
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C
Stay on the main highway if you can.
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D
Follow a detour to the right, but only if it's convenient.
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