2024 Virginia Permit Test 17
The following questions are from real DMV written tests. These are some of the actual permit questions you will face in Virginia. 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 Virginia please visit https://cheat-sheets.dmv-written-test.com/en/virginia/car.
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17. A seat belt should be adjusted so that it:
Explanation
Lap belts should fit snugly across your hip bones and the lower part of your abdomen. Shoulder belts should sit comfortably so that you can insert your fist between the belt and your chest.
18. Before changing lanes:
Explanation
Before changing lanes, check your side and rearview mirrors for traffic approaching from behind. Use your turn signal to let other drivers know you plan to change lanes. Check for other drivers who also may be moving into the same lane.
19. Every time you get behind the wheel, you:
Explanation
Every time you get behind the wheel, you accept responsibility for your actions. You must obey Virginia’s traffic laws and ensure the safety of yourself, your passengers, and other motorists, pedestrians, and bicyclists on the roadways.
20. To prepare for anything coming up on the road ahead, you should:
Explanation
Your ability to handle dangerous traffic situations depends largely on searching for and identifying problems before meeting them. Looking far ahead of your vehicle does not mean you should simply stare at the center of the road. You need to continually scan the entire road, including the sides of the road.
21. A speed restriction sign:
Explanation
Curve and turn warning signs often have attached advisory speed signs that show a recommended driving speed for drivers in the curves and turns. Although a driver may feel comfortable driving at a higher speed in fair weather, they should never do so under rainy, snowy, or icy conditions.
22. What might happen when alcohol is combined with another drug?
Explanation
