2025 Tennessee Permit Test 23
The following questions are from real DMV written tests. These are some of the actual permit questions you will face in Tennessee. 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 Tennessee please visit https://cheat-sheets.dmv-written-test.com/en/tennessee/car.
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1. This sign means:
Explanation
This sign is posted on one-way streets and other roadways where a driver is not allowed to enter. A driver may see this sign if attempting to enter an expressway ramp in the wrong direction.
2. If you are continually being passed on the right and the left while driving in the center lane of an expressway, you should:
Explanation
If a road has four or more lanes with two-way traffic, drive in the right lanes unless you are passing or turning left. If you are on an interstate highway and are driving below the speed of the flow of traffic, use the right lane.
3. When you are merging onto the freeway, you should be driving:
Explanation
When merging onto a freeway, you should enter at or near the speed of traffic.
4. This sign means:
Explanation
This sign indicates that U-turns are prohibited. You may see a sign like this at an intersection that commonly has oncoming traffic.
5. 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.
6. The two-second rule holds true when driving at:
Explanation
The two-second rule holds true when driving at any speed on state and US highways with moderate speed limits. However, during inclement weather, interstate highway driving, and night driving, your following distance should be increased to a minimum of four seconds to supplement the increased stopping distances.
7. When passing another vehicle, you should return to your original lane when:
Explanation
When passing another vehicle, move back into your original lane only when you can see the passed vehicle’s headlights in your rearview mirror. This ensures that you will have enough room to safely pull back in front of the other vehicle.
8. When you want to change lanes, you should never:
Explanation
