WASHINGTON PRACTICE PERMIT 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.
What is the most difficult season in which to drive?
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Spring.
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Fall.
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Winter.
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Summer.
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2.
This sign indicates:
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A side road.
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A cross road.
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A church zone ahead.
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A no passing zone.
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3.
In general, you should pass vehicles traveling in the same direction:
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Only if the other driver signals it is safe.
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On the left.
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On the right.
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Whenever you have the opportunity to do so.
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4.
Select the best answer. Before changing lanes, you should:
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Look over your shoulder to check for blind spots.
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Follow the vehicle ahead closely.
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Look into your rear view mirror, and also over your shoulder.
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Look into your rear view mirror.
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5.
This sign means:
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Parking spaces are reserved for individuals with valid disabled parking permits.
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Roundabout ahead.
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Vehicles with disabled parking permits have the right-of-way.
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Lanes are reserved for carpool vehicles or vehicles transporting people with disabilities.
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6.
This road sign means:
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Divided highway ends.
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Left lane must turn right.
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Keep right.
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Divided highway starts.
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7.
When approaching a construction zone, drivers should:
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Honk their horn to alert construction workers of their presence.
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Ignore any warning signs and maintain their current speed.
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Slow down and adjust their driving behavior.
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Accelerate to get out of the way quickly.
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8.
This red and white sign means:
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Proceed with caution and be prepared to stop for pedestrians.
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Do not enter the road ahead unless it is safe to do so.
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The road ahead is closed to traffic in your direction.
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The road ahead is closed to traffic in all directions.
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9.
When you come to an intersection with a flashing red light, you must:
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Stop only if cars are approaching the intersection.
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Slow down and drive carefully through the intersection.
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Stop at the intersection, then proceed when safe and observe the right-of-way rules.
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Stop at the intersection and wait for a flashing green light.
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10.
A “No Standing” sign at a certain location means:
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Never stop there.
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A pedestrian can't stop and wait to be picked up in that location.
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You can park there without getting out of the vehicle.
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Vehicles may stop only to pick up or drop off passengers.
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