WASHINGTON DMV WRITTEN TEST
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You must have a valid driver license to legally operate a motor vehicle, motorcycle, moped, or motor-driven cycle on public roadways in Washington State. To get a driver license, you must pass the medical and vision screenings, the WA DOL knowledge test, and the driving test. The Washington DMV written test is designed to check your knowledge of road signs, road rules, traffic laws, and safe-driving practices. Everything you must learn to pass the test is in the Washington Driver's Manual. Study this guide thoroughly. The WA DOL written test is a multiple-choice test with 40 questions, and you must correctly answer 32 of them to pass. Practice with these sample DMV tests to get ready for the official Washington knowledge test.
1.
This sign means:
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No traffic signal ahead.
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Open intersection ahead.
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Traffic signal ahead.
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The traffic signal is not operational.
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2.
Vehicles displaying a diamond-shaped sign indicating a hazardous load:
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Are not allowed to exceed 40 MPH.
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Have the right-of-way in all intersections.
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Must stop before crossing railroad tracks.
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Are not allowed to drive on freeways.
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When driving on roads that may be slippery:
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You are allowed to drive below the speed limit.
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Increase your following distance.
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Reduce your speed.
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All of the above.
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If you are being followed by a tailgater, you should:
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Merge right to change into another lane, when it's safe.
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Maintain your course and speed without doing nothing.
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Speed up to create more space behind your vehicle, to avoid being hit from behind.
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Decrease your following distance.
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When passing another vehicle:
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Stay in the left lane longer to ensure a smooth pass.
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Return to your lane as quickly as possible.
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Signal before changing lanes and again when returning to your lane.
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Honk or flash your headlights to alert the driver you are passing.
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This road sign means:
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Winding road ahead.
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Wrong Way.
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Slow down, slippery when wet.
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Steep grade ahead.
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When the pavement is marked with a double yellow line, drivers may pass other vehicles:
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Never.
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Only if there are no oncoming vehicles.
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Only if the vehicle ahead is driving 10 mph or more under the speed limit.
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None of the other answers is correct.
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8.
Highway hypnosis is a driving condition that can result from:
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Staring at the roadway for long periods of time.
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Frequent rest stops.
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Heavy traffic.
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Traveling on HOV lanes.
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Don't be afraid to sound a sharp blast on your horn when:
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When a child is about to run into the street.
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Another vehicle is in danger of hitting you.
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You have lost control of your vehicle and are moving toward someone.
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All of the above.
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10.
This road sign means:
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You have the right-of-way.
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Side road entering from the left.
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Side road ahead.
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Yield sign ahead.
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