2024 Connecticut Permit Test 18
The following questions are from real DMV written tests. These are some of the actual permit questions you will face in Connecticut. Each permit practice test question has three answer choices. Select one answer for each question and select "grade this section." You can find this button at the bottom of the drivers license quiz. For a complete list of questions and answers for Connecticut please visit https://cheat-sheets.dmv-written-test.com/en/connecticut/car.
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17. Construction zone signs are generally:
Explanation
All temporary signs in work zones have an orange background with black letters or symbols. These signs are found on the right side of the road, or on both the left and right sides if the roadway is a divided highway.
18. When taking any medicine, you should:
Explanation
Legal medications, both prescription and over-the-counter, can potentially impair your ability to drive. Always consult with your doctor or pharmacist if you have questions about how a particular drug or drug combination will affect your ability to drive. You should particularly make a point of talking with your doctor if they give you a prescription for a tranquilizer or sedative.
19. This white sign means:
Explanation
When approaching a railroad crossing, you must look, listen, slow down, and prepare to stop. Let any trains pass before you proceed.
20. Backing your vehicle is:
Explanation
Backing up is always dangerous because it is hard to see behind your vehicle. Use extra caution when backing up.
21. If weather or light conditions require you to have your lights on while driving:
Explanation
Use your low beam headlights when driving in foggy, snowy, or rainy conditions. Light from high beam headlights will reflect back, causing glare and making it even more difficult to see ahead.
22. Signs and lane markings that indicate a no passing zone tell you that:
Explanation
Signs and lane markings that indicate a no passing zone tell you that you cannot see far enough ahead to safely pass. It is dangerous to pass where another vehicle is likely to enter or cross the road. Such places include intersections, railroad crossings, and shopping center entrances.
23. Having a driver license is a:
Explanation
It is important to remember that driving is a privilege and that all drivers play a role in ensuring that everyone remains safe on the roadways. If you prove to be abusive of that privilege, the privilege may be revoked.
24. When entering traffic after being parked at a curb, you:
Explanation
Any time that you merge into city or highway traffic, you should wait for a gap in traffic large enough for your vehicle to get up to the speed of other traffic.
25. You are coming to an intersection with a flashing red light. You should:
Explanation