2024 Illinois Permit Test 14

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.. Read More

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 road sign means:

michigan-bicycle crossing
Explanation
Warning signs are usually yellow with black markings. These signs alert drivers to areas where bicycles may be crossing.

26. Which of these is a safe driving technique?

Explanation
To stay aware of hazards, you should scan the road and check your rearview mirrors every two to five seconds. Constantly staring at just the road ahead of you is dangerous. If you must drive in foggy conditions, you should use your low beam headlights, not your high beam headlights.

27. Before stopping your vehicle at a traffic signal or sign, you should:

Explanation
When stopping your vehicle on the roadway, first check your mirrors for traffic. Be aware of surrounding drivers as you release the accelerator and allow your vehicle to slow. Move your foot to the brake pedal and press with steady pressure for a smooth stop.

28. If oncoming headlights are blinding you while you are driving at night, you should:

Explanation
If the headlights of an oncoming vehicle are blinding, glance toward the right edge of the road instead of looking directly ahead. This should keep your vehicle safely on the road until you pass the oncoming vehicle.

29. This sign means:

tennessee-slippery when wet
Explanation
This sign warns that the road ahead becomes slippery when wet.

30. This road sign means:

maryland-flagger ahead
Explanation
Orange is the standard color for work zone activity. If you see orange signs, cones, or barrels while driving, stay alert and be prepared for unexpected driving conditions. This sign alerts drivers to an upcoming flagger whose directions should be obeyed by all drivers.

31. Speeds should be reduced below the posted speed limit for which of the following reasons?

Explanation
Regardless of the posted speed limit, weather and traffic conditions may make it necessary to drive more slowly. A driver must take care to slow down when approaching and crossing an intersection, going around a curve, approaching the top of a hill, or traveling on a narrow and winding roadway. A driver must be aware that there may always be dangers present due to pedestrians, traffic, weather, mechanical problems, or road conditions.

32. This sign means:

georgia-slippery when wet
Explanation
Warning signs are usually yellow with black markings. They alert you to conditions that are immediately ahead. This sign warns that the roadway is slippery when wet.

33. This red and white sign means you should:

california-yield
Explanation
A three-sided yield sign indicates that you must slow down and be ready to stop, if necessary, to let any vehicle, bicyclist, or pedestrian pass before you proceed. In this case, you do not have the right-of-way.

34. This sign means you are approaching a railroad crossing that does not have a signal. You should:

nebraska-railroad crossing
Explanation
At a railroad crossing marked with this sign, a driver should look both ways, listen for any trains, and be prepared to stop if any trains are nearby. Never try to outdrive an oncoming train.

35. This sign means:

illinois-divided highway begins
Explanation
This sign indicates that a divided highway begins ahead.
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