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Connecticut DMV Permit Practice Test
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QUESTION 1 / 25
Which of the following is considered distracted driving?
Choose one answer below.
A
Listening to music
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B
Eating while driving
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C
Adjusting the radio
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D
All of the above
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QUESTION 2 / 25
What is required of all drivers before operating a vehicle?
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A
valid driver's license and insurance
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B
vehicle inspection certificate
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C
parent’s or guardian’s permission
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D
Proof of residence
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QUESTION 3 / 25
Can you drive with a permit by yourself?
Choose one answer below.
A
Yes, if you have completed driver education
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B
No, you must have a licensed driver aged 20 or older in the front seat with you
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C
Yes, if you are in a rural area
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D
No, but you can drive with a friend in the back
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QUESTION 4 / 25
What is the minimum distance you should stay behind a car when following?
Choose one answer below.
A
At least 2 seconds
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B
At least 3 seconds
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C
At least 4 seconds
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D
At least 5 seconds
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QUESTION 5 / 25
How far must you stop from a railroad crossing when a train is approaching?
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A
At least 10 feet
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B
At least 15 feet
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C
At least 20 feet
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D
At least 25 feet
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QUESTION 6 / 25
How can you confirm if it is safe to merge into traffic?
Choose one answer below.
A
Check mirrors, blind spots, and signal
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B
Only check the rearview mirror
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C
Wait for the traffic light to change
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D
Merge without checking
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QUESTION 7 / 25
What should you do when approaching a roundabout?
Choose one answer below.
A
Yield to vehicles already in the roundabout
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B
Always enter without stopping
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C
Speed up to merge quickly
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D
Stop and wait until the roundabout is clear
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QUESTION 8 / 25
What is the purpose of the Connecticut DMV Permit Practice Test?
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To assess driving skills
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B
To prepare applicants for the written knowledge test
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C
To obtain a driver's license
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D
To learn traffic laws
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QUESTION 9 / 25
How can drowsy driving be prevented?
Choose one answer below.
A
Drive with the windows open
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B
Get adequate rest and take breaks
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C
Keep the radio volume high
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D
Use caffeine as a substitute for sleep
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QUESTION 10 / 25
What is the minimum age to apply for a learner's permit in Connecticut?
Choose one answer below.
A
15 years old
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B
16 years old
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C
17 years old
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D
18 years old
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QUESTION 11 / 25
What should you do at a stop sign?
Choose one answer below.
A
Slow down and proceed with caution
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B
Come to a complete stop and yield to any cross traffic or pedestrians
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C
Flash your lights and move forward
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D
Stop only if any cars are present
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QUESTION 12 / 25
What is the advised action when a driver gets tired?
Choose one answer below.
A
Play loud music to stay awake
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B
Take an extended rest
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C
Switch drivers
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D
Stop for a quick snack
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QUESTION 13 / 25
How often should you check your mirrors while driving?
Choose one answer below.
A
Only when changing lanes
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B
Every 10 to 15 seconds
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C
Frequently, at least every 5 to 8 seconds
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D
Only at intersections
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QUESTION 14 / 25
What does a "No Parking" sign indicate?
Choose one answer below.
A
Parking is allowed only at night
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B
Parking is not allowed in that area at any time
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C
Parking is permitted during designated hours
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D
Parking is allowed for emergency vehicles only
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QUESTION 15 / 25
Is it legal to use a handheld mobile device while driving in Connecticut?
Choose one answer below.
A
Yes, but only for navigation
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B
It depends on the situation
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C
No, it is illegal
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D
Yes, if you are over 18
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QUESTION 16 / 25
At what Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) is a driver considered intoxicated in Connecticut if over 21?
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 17 / 25
What does a flashing yellow light indicate?
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A
Come to a complete stop
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B
Proceed with caution
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C
Turn left immediately
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D
Yield to all traffic
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QUESTION 18 / 25
How often do traffic patterns typically change in construction zones?
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A
They change weekly
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B
They change daily
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C
They change monthly
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D
They never change
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QUESTION 19 / 25
When a bicyclist is making a left-hand turn, where may they travel?
Choose one answer below.
A
They must stay in the right lane
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B
They may use the left lane
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C
They can turn from any lane
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D
They must stop before turning
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QUESTION 20 / 25
What color are signs that indicate road work or construction?
Choose one answer below.
A
Yellow
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B
Blue
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C
Orange
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D
Green
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QUESTION 21 / 25
What is a safe following distance when driving at high speeds?
Choose one answer below.
A
Increase the following distance to three seconds
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B
Maintain a two-second rule
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C
Increase the following distance to four seconds or more
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D
Follow the same distance as at lower speeds
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QUESTION 22 / 25
What is the speed limit in a school zone unless otherwise posted?
Choose one answer below.
A
15 miles per hour
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B
20 miles per hour
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C
25 miles per hour
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D
30 miles per hour
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QUESTION 23 / 25
What is a tailgater?
Choose one answer below.
A
driver who changes lanes frequently
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B
driver who follows another vehicle too closely
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C
driver who speeds excessively
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D
driver who ignores traffic signals
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QUESTION 24 / 25
What is the blood alcohol content (BAC) limit for drivers under 21 in Connecticut?
Choose one answer below.
A
0.08%
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B
0.05%
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C
0.02%
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D
0.10%
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QUESTION 25 / 25
What is one of the main dangers associated with driving distractions?
Choose one answer below.
A
Wasting fuel
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B
Speeding violations
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C
Cognitive overload
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D
Decreased situational awareness
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