HAWAII DRIVERS PERMIT TEST

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If you operate a motor vehicle on public roadways in Hawaii you are required to have a driver’s license or learner’s permit. You will be given the following tests when you apply for a driver’s license or instruction permit as required: 1. Rules of the Road 2. Vision 3. Recognition of traffic control devices. You must pass these tests before you are permitted to take the road test. The HI DMV written test is based on the information contained in the Hawaii Driver's Manual, and is designed to check your knowledge of road signs, traffic law, road rules and safe driving practices. The knowledge test consists of 30 questions, and you'll need at least 24 correct answers to pass (80%).
1. You wish to drive a heavy truck in Hawaii. You must:
have a valid driver’s license for the category of vehicle you wish to drive.
drive the truck only on truck routes.
be at least 21 years old.
have no special qualifications.
2. Taking drugs and alcohol together:
has no effect on your general driving ability.
is no more dangerous than alcohol by itself.
helps you get rid of the effects of alcohol in your body.
increase the risk of causing a crash.
3. What shape is a warning sign?
Pennant
Triangle
Round
Diamond
4. Highway hypnosis is a driving condition that can result from:
traveling on HOV lanes.
frequent rest stops.
staring at the roadway for long periods of time.
heavy traffic.
5. This sign indicates:
phone service
Do not use your phone while driving
Cell phone shop ahead
Emergency line available
Phone service ahead
6. What shape is a speed limit sign?
Round
Pentagon
Diamond
Vertical rectangle
7. This road sign means:
divided highway ahead sign
One-way street ends
Divided highway begins
Divided highway ends
One-way street begins
8. When meeting a car with blinding headlights, you should:
dim your lights, then speed up and pass quickly.
use your emergency flashers to warn the other driver.
look toward the left side of the road.
look toward the right side of the road.
9. This road sign means:
bicycle crossing sign
Bicycles have the same rights as other vehicles
Bicycles cross or ride beside traffic
Yield right-of-way to bicycles
Yield to motorcyles, but not to bicycles
10. If your gas pedal is stuck, you should:
turn off the ignition if your vehicle has power steering.
ease your foot off the gas pedal and brake gently.
try pumping it to increase pressure.
hook your shoe under the pedal and see if you can free it. If not, shift into neutral and use the brake to slow your vehicle and get off the road.
 
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HI DMV Written Test

Number of questions: 30
Correct answers to pass:24
Passing score:80%
Minimum age to apply: 15 ½
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