2024 Utah Permit Test 5

The following questions are from real DMV written tests. These are some of the actual permit questions you will face in Utah. 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 Utah. 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 Utah please visit https://cheat-sheets.dmv-written-test.com/en/utah/car.

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1. When driving on major highways:

Explanation
It is important to stay alert on highways and be ready to react to unexpected hazards. To avoid "highway hypnosis," you should avoid looking at any one thing for more than a few seconds.

2. You may pass another vehicle if the line dividing your lane from the lane you wish to enter is a ____ line.

Explanation
White lines separate traffic lanes traveling in the same direction. You may cross broken white lines to pass, as long as the passing lane is clear.

3. The presence of double solid yellow lines means you may pass another vehicle from either direction.

Explanation
A double solid yellow line means that it is prohibited for vehicles traveling in either direction to cross the centerline to pass.

4. You are coming to a railroad crossing where the crossing signals are flashing. You should:

Explanation
When approaching a railroad crossing, you must stop your vehicle no closer than 15 feet from the nearest rail if an installed electric or mechanical signal is giving warning of an approaching train. Be aware of other warning signs that may indicate an oncoming train, including seeing a lowered crossing gate or hearing an oncoming train.

5. You cannot pass safely on a two-way, two-lane street unless:

Explanation
You cannot pass safely when driving on a two-way, two-lane street unless you can clearly see the road ahead, you can return to your lane before meeting oncoming traffic, and your vehicle is capable of the speed necessary to pass. Do not pass where it is illegal and unsafe to do so.

6. Do not make a U-turn unless you can be seen from both directions for at least:

Explanation
Never make a U-turn where you cannot see or be seen for at least 500 feet in both directions. Locations where you should not make a U-turn include near the top of a hill and within a curve.

7. A leaking exhaust system can:

Explanation
The exhaust system helps remove toxic gases, reduce the noise, and cool the hot gases coming from a running engine. Fumes from a leaky exhaust system can cause death in a very short time. They can also make you drowsy while driving.

8. When passing other vehicles:

Explanation
Before passing another vehicle, check your mirrors and blind spots. Before changing lanes, activate the appropriate turn signal. Re-enter the lane when you can see the front of the passed vehicle in your rearview mirror.
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