2024 Louisiana Permit Test 20
The following questions are from real DMV written tests. These are some of the actual permit questions you will face in Louisiana. 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 Louisiana please visit https://cheat-sheets.dmv-written-test.com/en/louisiana/car.
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1. A leaky exhaust system in your vehicle is dangerous because it can cause:
Explanation
The exhaust system carries exhaust gas out of the vehicle and prevents fumes from entering into the passenger compartment. To prevent carbon monoxide poisoning, keep your exhaust system free of leaks. Replace all defective parts immediately.
2. If two drivers arrive at the same time to an open intersection:
Explanation
If you arrive to an open intersection at the same time as a vehicle to your right, you should yield the right-of-way to that vehicle. You may then proceed when it is safe to do so.
3. What happens if you drink alcohol while taking prescription or over-the-counter medicine?
Explanation
Consuming alcohol and other drugs together can increase the impairing effects of both. For example, having one drink while you are also using a cold remedy could affect you as much as several drinks would when being consumed separately from any medications.
4. This sign means:
Explanation
Warning signs prepare drivers for upcoming road conditions and hazards and are usually yellow with black markings. This sign tells drivers to be aware of potential traffic entering from an upcoming side road.
5. If you’re going to turn left onto a one-way street, you should complete the turn into:
Explanation
You should always turn from the lane that is closest to the direction you want to go. Turn into the lane closest to your previous lane.
6. Drivers should use hand-over-hand steering:
Explanation
Use hand-over-hand steering to turn while driving at low speeds, such as when turning at an intersection or when parking your vehicle. To begin, your left hand should grasp the steering wheel between 8 and 9 o’clock and your right hand should grasp the wheel between 3 and 4 o’clock.
7. When approaching a steady red traffic light, drivers should:
Explanation
A steady red traffic light indicates that drivers must come to a complete stop. Driving through a red light is against the law and is extremely dangerous. Drivers may turn right on a steady red light if there is no sign prohibiting a turn on red.
8. When encountering an aggressive driver, you should:
Explanation