Take 2026 West Virginia Permit Test 24

QUESTION 1 / 24

What is the first thing you should adjust, if needed, when you get into a car to drive?

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AYour seat belt✓BThe steering wheel✓CYour rearview mirror✓DYour seat✓

QUESTION 2 / 24

Traffic signals sometimes display arrows to control turns from specific lanes. A solid red arrow:

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AIs never used as a traffic signal.✓BHas the same meaning as a circular red traffic light.✓CMeans that drivers may turn in the direction indicated by the arrow.✓DMeans that the traffic the arrow is pointing toward must stop.✓

QUESTION 3 / 24

The driver's left arm and hand are extended downward. This hand signal means that the driver plans to: Image: https://www.dmv-written-test.com/images-car/new-york-hand_signal_down.png

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ATurn left.✓BTurn right.✓CStop.✓DStart up.✓

QUESTION 4 / 24

When merging onto a freeway, it is usually best to:

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AProceed slowly while waiting for an opening.✓BAccelerate to a speed that is faster than the speed of traffic.✓CTurn on your hazard lights until safely on the freeway.✓DAccelerate to the speed of freeway traffic.✓

QUESTION 5 / 24

Which of the following best ensures your safety and the safety of those around you when you are backing your vehicle?

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AHonk your horn right before shifting into reverse.✓BCheck behind the vehicle before you get into the driver's seat.✓CCheck your rearview mirrors to see what is behind you.✓DTurn up the car radio before backing up to get the attention of anyone who may be around you.✓

QUESTION 6 / 24

If your car starts to skid, turn your steering wheel:

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ATo keep the front wheels straight.✓BIn the direction you want the vehicle to go.✓CIn the opposite direction of the skid.✓DIn any direction. It doesn't matter.✓

QUESTION 7 / 24

You may not cross a single broken white or yellow line:

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AWhen doing so would interfere with traffic.✓BWhen turning left into a driveway.✓CWhen the car in front of you is disabled.✓DWhen passing to the right on a one-way street.✓

QUESTION 8 / 24

Signs indicating areas of public recreation are:

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AOrange.✓BRed.✓CGreen.✓DBrown.✓

QUESTION 9 / 24

You want to turn left at an intersection. The light is green but oncoming traffic is heavy. You should:

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AUse the next intersection.✓BWait at the crosswalk for traffic to clear.✓CWait in the center of the intersection for traffic to clear.✓DTake the right-of-way since you have a green light.✓

QUESTION 10 / 24

From top to bottom, the following is the proper order for traffic lights: Image: https://www.dmv-written-test.com/images-car/pennsylvania-traffic_signal_ahead_blank.png

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ARed, yellow, green.✓BRed, green, yellow.✓CGreen, red, yellow.✓DGreen, yellow, red.✓

QUESTION 11 / 24

If an oncoming driver is heading toward you in your lane, you should:

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ABlow your horn, steer right, and accelerate.✓BBlow your horn, steer left, and brake.✓CBlow your horn, steer right, and brake.✓DStay in the center of your lane, blow your horn, and brake.✓

QUESTION 12 / 24

When driving to an unfamiliar area, you:

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AShould depend on road signs to find your way.✓BShould plan your trip in advance.✓COnly have to know generally where your destination is.✓DShould always choose the most direct route.✓

QUESTION 13 / 24

A red flashing traffic light has the same meaning as a:

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ASolid red light.✓BStop sign.✓CYield sign.✓DCaution sign.✓

QUESTION 14 / 24

What is the appropriate action to take when approaching a railroad crossing that does not have signals to direct traffic?

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AAlways bring the car to a complete stop.✓BSlow down and be prepared to stop.✓CAll railroad crossings have signals so you will never encounter this situation.✓DIncrease your speed to get across the tracks quickly.✓

QUESTION 15 / 24

When exiting a highway, you should slow down:

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AOn the main road, just before the exit lane.✓BOnce you see a toll booth.✓COnce you have moved into the exit lane.✓DWhen you first see the exit sign.✓

QUESTION 16 / 24

You come to an intersection with a flashing red light. You must:

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ASlow down and drive carefully through the intersection.✓BTurn either right or left, since the road is blocked ahead.✓CStop at the intersection and wait for a flashing green light.✓DStop at the intersection, then proceed as traffic allows.✓

QUESTION 17 / 24

When parallel parking between two cars, you should first:

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ATurn your wheels to the left.✓BTurn your wheels to the right.✓CPull up even with the car in front of your desired parking space.✓DBack slowly.✓

QUESTION 18 / 24

Guide signs are ____ signs that provide directional and mileage information to drivers.

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AYellow✓BRed✓CGreen✓DWhite✓

QUESTION 19 / 24

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

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ANarrow bridge ahead.✓BLane ends or roadway narrows ahead.✓CIndustrial area.✓DFreeway on-ramp ahead.✓

QUESTION 20 / 24

When parking uphill next to a curb, set the parking brake and:

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AKeep the rear tires against the curb.✓BKeep the front tires straight ahead.✓CTurn your steering wheel away from the curb.✓DTurn your steering wheel toward the curb.✓

QUESTION 21 / 24

When driving on roads that may be slippery:

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AAlways drive at the maximum speed limit.✓BUse cruise control to maintain a steady speed.✓CReduce your following distance.✓DDo not make any sudden changes in speed or direction.✓

QUESTION 22 / 24

Traffic signals sometimes display arrows to control turns from specific lanes. A solid yellow arrow:

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AIs never used as a traffic signal.✓BHas the same meaning as a circular yellow traffic light.✓CMeans that drivers may turn in the direction indicated by the arrow.✓DTells drivers that a green arrow is about to be shown.✓

QUESTION 23 / 24

Your vehicle's stopping distance increases when stopping:

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AOn a wet or icy road.✓BOn paved highways.✓CWhen driving at night.✓DAll of the above.✓

QUESTION 24 / 24

You may cross solid yellow lines:

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ATo pass traffic moving in the same direction.✓BDuring daylight hours only.✓CAt any time.✓DWhen making turns.✓