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You need a Tennessee driver’s license or learner’s permit if you want to drive on Tennessee streets and highways. To qualify for a Class D license, you must be at least 16 years of age, and must pass a vision screening, knowledge test, and driving test. The TN DMV written test covers the contents of the Tennessee Driver's Handbook, and includes questions on road rules, road signs and signals, and safe driving practices. The Tennessee DMV test consists of 30 questions, and you must score 80% or higher (at least 24 correct answers) to pass. Practice with this sample DMV test to familiarize yourself with the format of the Tennessee written test.
1. If you drive much slower than the flow of traffic, you:
Might cause a crash.
Are a defensive driver.
Always have the right of way.
2. Braking distance is affected by:
Pavement conditions.
The condition of your brakes and tires.
All of the above.
3. Your blind spot is the area of the road:
You can't see ahead of you.
That isn't illuminated by your headlights.
You can't see in your rear or side-view mirrors.
4. Which of the following is the most effective safety restraint in a traffic crash?
A combination of lap/shoulder belt and air bag.
Lap and shoulder belt only.
Air bag only.
5. Which of these statements is true about drugs and driving?
Any drug impairs your ability to drive.
A small amount of marijuana cannot impair your ability to drive
Some prescription drugs can impair your ability to drive.
6. You may drive around the gates at a railroad crossing:
When the lights have stopped flashing.
Never.
If you are in a hurry and there is no train approaching.
7. The road sign pictured means:
slippery road sign
Slippery Surface.
Hill/Downgrade.
Winding Road.
8. On some interstate roads, diamond signs in the median indicate that:
The left lane is reserved for car pool vehicles.
There is a railroad crossing ahead.
Passing is not allowed.
9. When passing a bicyclist, you should:
Speed up.
Wait until you are on a road with two lanes in the same direction before completing the pass.
Maintain a safe distance to avoid startling them.
10. This sign means:
cross road sign
Side road at angle ahead.
Two-way traffic ahead.
Upcoming intersection.
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