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2026 Washington Permit Test 4
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QUESTION 1 / 24
A telltale sign of a drunk driver is:
Choose one answer below.
A
They are weaving between lanes.
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B
They are driving more slowly than the normal traffic flow.
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C
They are making quick and sudden stops.
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D
All of the above.
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QUESTION 2 / 24
To help relieve fatigue on a long trip, it is a good idea to:
Choose one answer below.
A
Stop and rest every two hours.
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B
Do arm exercises every hour.
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C
Drive with one eye open at a time.
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D
Change feet on the gas pedal.
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QUESTION 3 / 24
What happens if you drink alcohol while taking prescription or over-the-counter medicine?
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A
The medicine reduces the effect of the alcohol.
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B
The alcohol will help the medicine cure a cold.
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C
The combination could multiply the effects of the alcohol or medicine.
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D
There is no effect because they are different substances.
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QUESTION 4 / 24
Bicyclists have the choice to ride:
Choose one answer below.
A
On the roadway, on the shoulder of a road, or in a bicycle lane.
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B
On freeways and highways where signs say it is illegal.
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C
In a left turn only lane without turning, because there is no traffic.
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D
On the wrong side of the road.
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QUESTION 5 / 24
This road sign means: Image: https://www.dmv-written-test.com/images-car/virginia-low_clearance.png
Choose one answer below.
A
Divided highway begins.
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B
A steep grade is ahead.
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C
The overpass ahead has a low clearance.
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D
Two lanes of traffic moving in opposite directions are about to merge.
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QUESTION 6 / 24
What should you do when you see this sign? Image: https://www.dmv-written-test.com/images-car/alabama-railroad_crossing(2).png
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A
Look for a train station ahead.
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B
Signal before going any further.
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C
Slow down and yield for trains.
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D
Stop.
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QUESTION 7 / 24
If an officer is directing traffic at a working traffic light, drivers should:
Choose one answer below.
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Follow the directions indicated by the traffic light.
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B
Follow the directions given by the officer.
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C
Honk at the officer.
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D
Check to see what the cars next to them are doing.
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QUESTION 8 / 24
Do not pass:
Choose one answer below.
A
On a hill or curve.
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B
When school bus lights are flashing.
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C
When approaching an intersection.
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D
All of the above.
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QUESTION 9 / 24
This sign means: Image: https://www.dmv-written-test.com/images-car/new-york-no_left_turn.png
Choose one answer below.
A
All traffic must turn left.
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B
No left turn.
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C
No U-turn.
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D
Truck route to the left.
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QUESTION 10 / 24
If another driver cuts you off in traffic, you should:
Choose one answer below.
A
Pull next to the driver and yell at them.
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B
Let it go.
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C
Flash your high beams at the driver.
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D
Get back at the other driver by cutting them off.
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QUESTION 11 / 24
When you need to change lanes, it is important to:
Choose one answer below.
A
Signal your intentions ahead of the lane change.
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B
Check your blind spot.
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C
Make sure the lane is clear before entering.
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D
All of the above.
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QUESTION 12 / 24
A seat belt should be adjusted so that it:
Choose one answer below.
A
Is loose.
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B
Is buckled snugly across your hip bones and lower abdomen.
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C
Is hidden beneath the seat.
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D
Keeps the seat belt buzzer or light from operating.
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QUESTION 13 / 24
Your brake lights tell other drivers that you:
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A
Are making a turn.
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B
Have your emergency brake on.
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C
Are changing lanes.
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D
Are slowing down or stopping.
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QUESTION 14 / 24
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 15 / 24
To change lanes you should:
Choose one answer below.
A
Check your mirrors and signal, then change lanes.
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B
Signal, check your mirrors, check your blind spot in the direction you plan to move, then change lanes.
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C
Signal, check your mirrors, and change lanes.
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D
Signal and change lanes.
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QUESTION 16 / 24
A driver entering public traffic from a driveway or private road:
Choose one answer below.
A
Has the right-of-way.
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B
Should yield to drivers already on the public road.
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C
May force their way into traffic.
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D
Can assume that other drivers will change lanes to make room.
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QUESTION 17 / 24
Traffic signs and pavement markings:
Choose one answer below.
A
Must always be obeyed.
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B
Are merely suggestions.
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C
Must be followed only when there is other traffic.
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D
Must be followed only when a police officer is present.
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QUESTION 18 / 24
Which of the following statements is true?
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A
A sudden change in weather calls for a change in driving.
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B
You should slow down when driving in rain and fog.
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C
Be particularly aware of vehicles coming up behind you in inclement weather.
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D
All of the above.
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QUESTION 19 / 24
It is important to slow down:
Choose one answer below.
A
On narrow or winding roads.
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B
At intersections or railroad crossings.
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C
When the road is wet or slippery.
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D
All of the above.
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QUESTION 20 / 24
A driver who is taking a non-prescription drug should:
Choose one answer below.
A
Read the labels on the drug before driving.
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B
Drink alcohol instead.
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C
Continue to drive regardless of any warning labels.
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D
Drive only during daylight hours.
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QUESTION 21 / 24
To ensure that your physical condition does not cause you to drive in an unsafe manner, you should:
Choose one answer below.
A
Keep physically fit and have regular physical examinations.
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B
Know the effect of any medicine on your driving ability.
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C
Drive within your physical limitations.
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D
All of the above.
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QUESTION 22 / 24
What does alcohol do to your driving skills and judgement?
Choose one answer below.
A
It helps driving skills but harms your judgement.
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B
It harms both driving skills and judgement.
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C
It has no effect on either driving skills or judgement.
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D
It has no effect on judgement but it harms driving skills.
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QUESTION 23 / 24
To make a left turn when the traffic light is green, you should:
Choose one answer below.
A
Yield to oncoming traffic and turn when it is safe to do so.
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B
Turn hurriedly ahead of oncoming traffic.
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C
Signal other drivers to stop so you can turn.
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D
Only turn when the light turns yellow.
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QUESTION 24 / 24
An intersection has no traffic signs or signals. You arrive at the same time as a vehicle to your right. You should:
Choose one answer below.
A
Speed up and get through the intersection.
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B
Slow down and yield to the vehicle on your right.
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C
Drive into the intersection and make the other vehicle stop.
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D
Honk your horn and drive through the intersection.
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