Take 2026 West Virginia Permit Test 16

QUESTION 1 / 23

You need to use extra caution when driving near a pedestrian using a white cane because:

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AHe or she is deaf.✓BHe or she is a police officer.✓CHe or she is blind.✓DHe or she has poor balance.✓

QUESTION 2 / 23

A regulatory sign containing a red circle with a slash through the middle indicates:

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AThat drivers should come to a complete stop.✓BThat an action is forbidden.✓CThat some drivers should yield to other drivers.✓DThat drivers should drive under the speed limit.✓

QUESTION 3 / 23

Distracted drivers are at a greater risk of a crash when they are using which of the following?

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ACD player✓BRadio✓CCell phone✓DAll of the above✓

QUESTION 4 / 23

Is it legal cross a double solid yellow centerline to pass?

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AYes.✓BNo.✓CIf there is no oncoming traffic.✓DIf the vehicle ahead of you is driving under the speed limit.✓

QUESTION 5 / 23

You may pass another vehicle:

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AIn a curve or on a hill because the chance is small that another vehicle is coming.✓BBy using the shoulder of the highway.✓CIf your lane is next to a solid yellow line and the passing lane is clear ahead.✓DNone of the above.✓

QUESTION 6 / 23

You must stop at an intersection when you see a:

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AFlashing red light.✓BSteady yellow light.✓CYellow arrow.✓DFlashing yellow light.✓

QUESTION 7 / 23

____ limit your concentration, perception, judgment, and memory.

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AOnly a blood alcohol level greater than the legal limit can✓BAlcohol does not✓CEven the smallest amount of alcohol can✓DOnly a blood alcohol level greater than 0.05 percent can✓

QUESTION 8 / 23

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 9 / 23

If you are turning onto a street with more than one lane traveling in your direction, you should:

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ATurn into the lane closest to your previous lane.✓BTurn into the lane marked with an arrow.✓CTurn into the middle lane.✓DTurn into any lane.✓

QUESTION 10 / 23

When passing another vehicle on a road with two lanes traveling in opposite directions, you should:

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AReturn to the driving lane when there's enough room between you and the vehicle you passed.✓BRemain in the left lane if you intend to turn left.✓CReturn to the right side of the roadway immediately.✓DDrive in either lane.✓

QUESTION 11 / 23

This road sign means: Image: https://www.dmv-written-test.com/images-car/virginia-slippery_when_wet.png

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AWhen pavement is wet, reduce your speed.✓BThe road ahead winds a series of turns or curves.✓CTraffic increases ahead.✓DSteep grade ahead.✓

QUESTION 12 / 23

You should honk your horn when you:

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AAre traveling through an intersection.✓BAre passing a bicyclist.✓CSee a child who is about to run into the street.✓DAre parallel parking.✓

QUESTION 13 / 23

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 14 / 23

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

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AKeep right.✓BLow shoulder.✓CNo parking at any time.✓DLane ends.✓

QUESTION 15 / 23

Which of the following influence(s) the effects of alcohol?

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AThe amount of food in the stomach✓BThe body weight of an individual✓CHow much time passes between drinks✓DAll three choices✓

QUESTION 16 / 23

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 17 / 23

You are driving in the right lane of a multilane highway and want to move into the left lane. You should:

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ALook in your rearview mirror for traffic behind you before changing lanes.✓BLook over your left shoulder for traffic in your blind spot before changing lanes.✓CLook in your side mirror for traffic and turn on your directional signal.✓DAll of the above.✓

QUESTION 18 / 23

When approaching a flashing red traffic light, drivers should:

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ADrive through the intersection if there is no crossing traffic.✓BContinue driving, as they have the right-of-way.✓CStop if a police officer is nearby.✓DTreat the light like a stop sign.✓

QUESTION 19 / 23

If you need to stop quickly and your vehicle is not equipped with an Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS), you should:

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AHold down the brake pedal.✓BFirmly pump your brakes.✓CLightly tap the brakes.✓DRelease the brake pedal.✓

QUESTION 20 / 23

Which of the following recommendations does not promote safe night driving?

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AKeep your windshield clean.✓BBe aware that tinted windows reduce visibility in the dark.✓CCarry a flashlight in your vehicle.✓DLook into the headlights of oncoming vehicles.✓

QUESTION 21 / 23

If traffic signals at an intersection are not functioning due to a power outage:

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APark your vehicle as far off the road as possible and wait for power to be restored.✓BUse hand signals to indicate your intentions to other drivers.✓CTurn on your hazard lights and proceed through the intersection without stopping.✓DTreat the intersection as a four-way stop.✓

QUESTION 22 / 23

As alcohol builds up in your blood, it:

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ASlows down your reactions.✓BMakes you feel less confident.✓CBegins to metabolize itself more quickly.✓DDecreases the number of driving errors.✓

QUESTION 23 / 23

Drive below the posted speed limit when:

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AAnything makes conditions less than perfect.✓BYou see a police car.✓CEntering a highway where there are other cars.✓DYou are on a four-lane road.✓