2024 Illinois Permit Test 11
The following questions are from real DMV written tests. These are some of the actual permit questions you will face in Illinois. 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 Illinois please visit https://cheat-sheets.dmv-written-test.com/en/illinois/car.
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25. This sign means:
Explanation
A round sign always indicates that you are approaching a railroad crossing.
26. Make room for cars that are entering the freeway by:
Explanation
Make room for vehicles that are entering a freeway. If possible, merge into the next lane to create a gap for the incoming vehicles. If you cannot merge, adjust your speed to allow for the vehicles to enter traffic as smoothly and safely as possible.
27. Which of the following are factors commonly contributing to traffic crashes?
Explanation
Driving above the speed limit, driving too far below the speed limit, and driving too fast for conditions are all actions that commonly contribute to traffic accidents. Always drive with the general flow of traffic, within legal speed limits.
28. What does this road sign mean?
Explanation
Warning signs are usually yellow with black markings. This sign indicates that you are approaching a steep hill. Slow down and be ready to shift to a lower gear to control your speed and protect your brakes from damage.
29. It is permissible to make a right turn against a red signal light after stopping and yielding to other vehicles and pedestrians.
Explanation
A driver may make a right turn at a red light unless there is a sign prohibiting it. Before turning, they must come to a complete stop and yield to other drivers and to pedestrians.
30. You should use your horn when:
Explanation
Only use your horn when it is necessary to avoid collisions. Do not use your horn if a driver or bicyclist is moving slowly and you want him or her to drive faster or get out of your way.
31. When driving in fog, you should use your high beam headlights.
Explanation
You should use your low beam headlights when driving in fog. High beams will reflect back at the driver and lower visibility.
32. 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.
33. Stopping distances and the severity of collisions:
Explanation
Excessive vehicle speed can have disastrous effects. As a vehicle's speed increases, the potential impact of a collision also increases, elevating the possibility of serious injury and death. Increase your following distance as your speed increases to ensure that you will be able to stop safely if needed.
34. This sign means:
Explanation
This sign indicates that there is a yield sign ahead. You should begin to slow down when you see this warning sign.
35. If your car's suspension is bad, it can cause:
Explanation
