Pennsylvania DMV Written Test
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You must obtain a learner's permit before you operate a motor vehicle on public roadways in Pennsylvania. You will need to take and pass the vision, knowledge and road tests to get your driver’s license. The questions in this practice test mirror the 18 questions on the official Pennsylvania DMV written exam, drawn from the 2026 Pennsylvania Driver's Manual, and cover road rules, traffic laws, road signs and markings, and safe driving practices. You'll need at least 15 correct answers (83%) to pass. After passing the PA DMV knowledge test, the examiner will give you a learner's permit, which is valid for 1 year.
Updated for 2026 DMV rules.
Pennsylvania DMV Written Test Questions
1.
Which of the following statements is true about the effects of alcohol?
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Alcohol affects everyone equally.
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Alcohol reduces important abilities needed to drive safely.
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A person’s tolerance to alcohol affects their BAC level.
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All of the above.
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2.
If two vehicles arrive at an intersection at the same time, which driver must yield if there aren't any traffic signs or signals?
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The driver on the right must yield to the driver on the left.
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There aren't any specific rules regarding who has the right-of way.
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The vehicle traveling on the larger road has the right-of way.
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The driver on the left must yield to the driver on the right.
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Motorcycles:
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Are easier to see than cars.
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Don't have the same rights and responsibilities as other roadway users.
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Must share a traffic lane with another vehicle.
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Are entitled to use a complete traffic lane.
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Before changing lanes or attempting to pass another vehicle, you should:
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Check your blind spots.
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Signal your intention before changing lanes.
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Look into your rearview and side mirrors.
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All of the above.
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5.
On a green arrow, drivers must:
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Yield to any vehicle, bicycle, or pedestrian already in the intersection.
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Slow down and come to a complete stop.
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Yield only to pedestrians already in the intersection.
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Wait three seconds before proceeding.
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6.
When drivers come to this sign, they must:
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Be ready to stop at the stop sign.
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Brake sharply and come to a complete stop.
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Warn other drivers that a stop sign is ahead.
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Keep right.
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7.
____________________ are used on some highways to direct drivers into the proper lanes for turning.
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Flashing red lights
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White lines on the side of the road
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White arrows in the middle of the lanes
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Flashing yellow lights
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8.
When passing another vehicle, it is safe to return to your lane if you:
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Hear the other vehicle’s horn.
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See both headlights in your rearview mirror.
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Cannot see the vehicle directly to your right.
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Have passed the the other vehicle’s front bumper.
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9.
When driving through a construction zone, drivers should:
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Proceed carefully.
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Ignore speed limit signs and continue at their normal speed.
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Decrease their following distance.
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Come to a complete stop and watch for a flagger.
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TEST #1
Question 3 of 36
Negotiating Intersections
3. If an intersection has crosswalk lines but no STOP line, where must you stop for a red light?
After the crosswalk.
On the crosswalk.
Before the stop line.×
Before the crosswalk.✓
Explanation
If there is no stop line at a red light, you must stop before the crosswalk — it’s always illegal to stop on it.