WASHINGTON DMV PRACTICE 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.
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When are lane signals used?
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To show that a toll booth is open or closed.
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To show which lanes are opened or closed.
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When the direction of the flow of traffic changes during the day.
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All of the above.
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2.
If your brakes stop working, you should first:
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Flash your lights at oncoming traffic.
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Try to build up brake pressure by pumping the brake pedal several times.
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Sound your horn to warn other drivers.
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Shift into neutral.
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HOV lanes:
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Assure the most important people get to their destination faster.
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Are reserved for law enforcement vehicles.
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Promote the most efficient use of limited street and highway capacity.
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Will soon be replaced by VIP lanes.
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4.
Signs containing information about hazardous conditions are known as _____ signs.
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information
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regulatory
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warning
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guide
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5.
This sign warns drivers that:
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A shared lane starts ahead.
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U-turns are now allowed.
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They will soon be facing oncoming traffic.
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They cannot go straight ahead.
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6.
When passing another vehicle, you should:
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Give your signal before you move into the left lane.
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Stay on the left side of the road until you come within 50 feet of any vehicle coming from the opposite direction.
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Return to the right side of the road before you can see the tires of the vehicle you passed in your rearview mirror.
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All of the above.
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7.
When driving in the rain, fog, or smoke in the daytime, what lights should drivers use?
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Emergency flashers.
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High beam lights.
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Low beam lights.
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None of the other answers are correct.
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8.
Signs with this shape are _______ signs.
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railroad crossing
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no passing zone
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sharp turn
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wrong way
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9.
A solid yellow line to the right of a broken yellow center line means:
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Passing or crossing is prohibited in that lane, except when turning left.
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Vehicles may cross these lines when changing lanes.
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HOV lane.
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Shared lane ahead.
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10.
When using roundabouts or traffic circles, you should:
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Yield to any traffic in the circle.
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Enter a traffic circle to the right, but steer to the left (in a counterclockwise direction).
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Slow down as you approach the circle.
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All of the above.
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