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QUESTION 1 / 25
What is the recommended following distance under normal driving conditions in Connecticut?
Choose one answer below.
A
1 second per 10 mph of speed
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B
At least 2 seconds behind the vehicle ahead
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C
At least 3 seconds behind the vehicle ahead
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D
5 car lengths at all speeds
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QUESTION 2 / 25
When should you increase your following distance beyond the standard recommendation?
Choose one answer below.
A
When driving on a highway with light traffic
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B
During rain, snow, or fog
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C
When driving below the speed limit
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D
When following a motorcycle
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QUESTION 3 / 25
Which defensive driving technique best helps you avoid being in a dangerous situation before it develops?
Choose one answer below.
A
Scanning the road 12–15 seconds ahead
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B
Keeping your eyes on the bumper of the car in front
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C
Accelerating through intersections quickly
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D
Using your horn frequently to alert others
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QUESTION 4 / 25
What should you do if you find yourself in a skid on a slippery road?
Choose one answer below.
A
Brake firmly and turn away from the skid
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B
Steer in the direction you want to go and ease off the accelerator
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C
Accelerate to regain traction quickly
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D
Apply the emergency brake immediately
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QUESTION 5 / 25
What is the safest way to pass another vehicle on a two-lane road in Connecticut?
Choose one answer below.
A
Pass in a no-passing zone if the road looks clear
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B
Signal, check mirrors, accelerate swiftly, and return when you can see the passed vehicle in your mirror
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C
Pull alongside the other vehicle and match speed before passing
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D
Honk your horn as you pass to alert the driver
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QUESTION 6 / 25
How does fatigue affect a driver's ability to operate a vehicle safely?
Choose one answer below.
A
It only affects reaction time at speeds above 55 mph
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B
It can impair judgment and reaction time as severely as alcohol intoxication
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C
It has minimal effect if the driver has driven the route before
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D
It only becomes dangerous after 24 hours without sleep
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QUESTION 7 / 25
When merging onto a Connecticut highway, which action best demonstrates defensive driving?
Choose one answer below.
A
Stop at the end of the on-ramp and wait for a gap
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B
Match the speed of highway traffic and merge smoothly into a gap
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C
Force your way in at a slow speed to assert right-of-way
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D
Use the shoulder to gain extra speed before merging
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QUESTION 8 / 25
What is the minimum age to apply for a Connecticut learner's permit?
Choose one answer below.
A
14
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B
15
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C
16
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D
17
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QUESTION 9 / 25
Connecticut's graduated licensing law requires learner's permit holders to complete a minimum of how many supervised driving hours?
Choose one answer below.
A
20 hours
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B
30 hours
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C
40 hours
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D
50 hours
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QUESTION 10 / 25
How long must a Connecticut learner's permit be held before applying for a driver's license if under 18?
Choose one answer below.
A
6 months
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B
9 months
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C
12 months
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D
3 months
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QUESTION 11 / 25
Which document is NOT acceptable as proof of identity when applying for a first CT driver's license?
Choose one answer below.
A
U.S. passport
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B
Birth certificate
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C
Social Security card alone
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D
Permanent resident card
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QUESTION 12 / 25
Connecticut's Real ID-compliant driver's license can be identified by:
Choose one answer below.
A
A red star in the corner
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B
A gold star in the upper right corner
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C
A blue stripe across the top
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D
The word REAL printed on the front
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QUESTION 13 / 25
In Connecticut, what vision standard must a driver meet to obtain a license without restrictions?
Choose one answer below.
A
20/20 in both eyes
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B
20/40 in the better eye
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C
20/50 in the better eye
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D
20/100 with correction
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QUESTION 14 / 25
What is the legal Blood Alcohol Content (BAC) limit for adult drivers in Connecticut?
Choose one answer below.
A
0.05%
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B
0.08%
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C
0.10%
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D
0.12%
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QUESTION 15 / 25
Connecticut's BAC limit for drivers under the age of 21 is:
Choose one answer below.
A
0.08%
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B
0.04%
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C
0.02%
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D
Zero tolerance — any detectable amount
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QUESTION 16 / 25
What does Connecticut's implied consent law mean for drivers?
Choose one answer below.
A
You consent to random vehicle searches
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B
You agree to submit to BAC testing when lawfully requested
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C
You consent to license revocation without a hearing
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D
You agree to install an ignition interlock device
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QUESTION 17 / 25
What is the consequence of refusing a chemical BAC test in Connecticut?
Choose one answer below.
A
No penalty for first refusal
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B
Automatic 6-month license suspension
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C
Fine of $500 only
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D
24-hour license suspension
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QUESTION 18 / 25
A first-offense DUI conviction in Connecticut can result in up to how many days in jail?
Choose one answer below.
A
6 months
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B
1 year
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C
2 years
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D
30 days
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QUESTION 19 / 25
In Connecticut, what device may be required after a DUI conviction to allow a driver to operate a vehicle?
Choose one answer below.
A
Dash camera
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B
GPS tracker
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C
Ignition interlock device
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D
Breathalyzer keychain
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QUESTION 20 / 25
What does a red octagonal sign always mean in Connecticut?
Choose one answer below.
A
Stop completely
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B
Yield to traffic
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C
No entry
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D
Speed limit ahead
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QUESTION 21 / 25
A yellow diamond-shaped sign in Connecticut is used to indicate:
Choose one answer below.
A
Construction zones
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B
Speed limits
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C
Warning or hazard ahead
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D
School crossing
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QUESTION 22 / 25
What does a flashing yellow traffic light signal mean in Connecticut?
Choose one answer below.
A
Stop and wait
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B
Proceed with caution
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C
Prepare to stop
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D
Right turn only
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QUESTION 23 / 25
A white rectangular sign with black lettering in Connecticut typically conveys:
Choose one answer below.
A
Warning information
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B
Regulatory requirements
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C
Guide information
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D
Construction alerts
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QUESTION 24 / 25
What does a green traffic light arrow pointing left indicate in Connecticut?
Choose one answer below.
A
Left turn is prohibited
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B
Protected left turn is permitted
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C
Yield before turning left
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D
Left lane must turn left
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QUESTION 25 / 25
In Connecticut, a sign showing a truck on a downward slope warns drivers to:
Choose one answer below.
A
Watch for trucks entering
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B
Use lower gear on steep grade
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C
No trucks allowed
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D
Truck weigh station ahead
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