Louisiana OMV Driver’s License Test & Permit Practice
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#1. Which of the following vehicles must always stop before crossing railroad tracks?
Watch for vehicles that must stop at railroad crossings. Drivers of vehicles carrying passengers for hire, school buses or trucks, or any vehicle carrying explosives or flammable liquids must stop at railroad crossings. Do not pass them unless it is legal to do so and there are no unsafe conditions. You should have a clear view of the tracks.
Remember, if you are following this type of vehicle you should slow down and be prepared to stop.
#2. Which is true about large trucks?
Generally speaking, the bigger the truck is:
- The bigger its blind spots.
- The more room it needs to maneuver.
- The longer it takes to stop.
- The longer it takes to pass it.
- The longer it takes to get up to speed.
- The more likely you are going to be the loser in a collision.
#3. When driving on slick roads, you should:
Skids are caused by drivers traveling too fast for the conditions. Most skids happen when you try to turn or stop suddenly on slippery pavement. The best way to prevent skids or hydroplaning is to keep your speed down, avoid fast turns and quick stops, and have good tire tread.
#4. You may pass another vehicle by driving off the roadway onto the shoulder:
You may never pass to the right of another vehicle by driving off the roadway onto the shoulder of the road.
#5. This sign marks:
This sign marks a place with low clearance. Numbers show the distance from road surface to the bottom of a bridge or overpass. Vehicles or loads higher than the clearance shown cannot go through the underpass.
#6. If a vehicle moves into the space between your car and the one ahead, you should:
If another vehicle moves into the space between your car and the one ahead, ease off the gas and drop back to a safe following distance. This gives space between you and the vehicle ahead, without having to slam on your brakes or swerve into another lane.
#7. If you encounter an aggressive driver on the road:
When confronted by an aggressive driver, you should:
- Avoid eye contact.
- Stay calm and relaxed.
- Make every attempt to get out of the way safely. Do not escalate the situation.
- Put your pride in the back seat. Do not challenge an aggressive driver by speeding up or attempting to hold your position in the traffic lane.
- Ignore gestures and refuse to return them.
- Keep anger from building by not letting other drivers or situations get to you.
- Emotionally and mentally disconnect from the situation.
Remember, there are many possible answers to this question and answers can be expressed in many different ways.
#8. What is the background color of a guide sign like this?
Green is used as background color for guide and information signs, and for legend on permissive regulation and parking signs.
Remember, understanding what the colors represent is important.
#9. When you park on a hill headed downhill, and there is no curb, you should turn your front wheels:
Headed downhill with no curb, turn the wheels to the right or side of the road, so the car will roll away from the center of the road if the brakes fail.
Remember, when you park on a hill, the general rule is to turn your wheels sharply toward the side of the road or curb. This way, if your vehicle starts to roll downhill, it will roll away from traffic. However, when headed uphill at a curb, you should turn the front wheels in the opposite direction, away from the curb and towards the road. Then, let your vehicle roll backwards until the back of your front wheel touches the curb. The curb will stop your car from rolling into traffic.
#10. What should you use the area in the center of this road for?
On many streets where it is difficult to safely make a left turn, there is a shared left turn lane located in the middle of the roadway. The solid yellow center line means you cannot use the center lane for passing. The broken yellow center lines show that vehicles traveling in either direction may use the center lane only to make left turns. Louisiana law prohibits traveling in this lane for more than 200 feet. Do not move into the lane too soon.
If a two-way left turn lane has been provided, do not make a left turn from any other lane.
#11. Signals and directions from a flag person in a construction zone:
A flag person’s instructions must be obeyed.
#12. What does this sign mean?
This sign warns you of a change in direction or narrowing of the road. You may find several of these signs on the outside of a sharp curve or on approaches to a narrow bridge.
#13. The best way to increase visibility when backing up is to:
The best way to increase visibility when backing up is to turn your head and look out the rear window.
#14. Car tires are worn-out and illegal if the remaining tread depth is:
1/32 of an inch is less than 1/16 of an inch. It is not safe to drive on tires with less than 1/16 inch of tread.
#15. In general, in which drink will you find the most alcohol?
There is more alcohol in 4 oz. of whiskey.
It does not matter whether you drink beer, wine, whiskey, or any other alcoholic beverages. Standard servings of each have the same amount of alcohol. A standard drink is defined as 12 ounces of beer, 4-5 ounces of wine, or 1-1.5 ounces of 80-proof distilled spirits, all of which contain the same amount of alcohol. It is the amount of alcohol that enters your blood that causes the problem.
#16. When a traffic officer is directing you to drive against a red light, you should:
You must obey all lawful orders and Directions given by a police officer. Uniformed school crossing guards also have the authority to direct traffic at locations near schools. You must also respect and obey a flagger in a work zone.
#17. A traffic light with a green arrow means:
A green arrow means that you may turn in the direction shown by the arrow while opposing traffic must stop. This is called a protected turn. You must yield to pedestrians and vehicles lawfully using the intersection.
Remember, it does not mean that all other traffic is stopped by a red light!
#18. Carbon monoxide is:
Carbon monoxide is gas given off from a vehicle’s exhaust system. Carbon monoxide poisoning can be deadly. Because carbon monoxide does not have an odor, you can be affected without knowing it.
#19. According to Louisiana's Move It, Move It, Move It - Steer It Clear campaign, it is your responsibility to:
Louisiana’s Move It, Move It, Move It – Steer It Clear campaign is an attempt to make you aware of your responsibility to remove vehicles from the roadway to the nearest soft shoulder. Removal of vehicles from the roadway will play a great role in reducing traffic congestion and reduce the chances of secondary crashes.
#20. A yield sign in your lane:
Remember, it is your responsibility to slow down and give vehicles crossing your path the right-of-way. If the way is clear, you may move forward slowly without stopping. Yield signs are usually placed where auxiliary roads lead into major roads.
#21. All the following practices are dangerous while driving. Which is also illegal?
Using a text messaging communication device while operating a motor vehicle is illegal in Louisiana. This is a violation for which your driving privileges will be suspended.
#22. Does a posted speed limit of 65 mph mean you may drive 65 mph on that highway under all conditions?
Remember, the maximum limit should be driven only in ideal driving conditions. Consider road, weather, and your vehicle condition, as well as your own physical condition. What might be a reasonable speed at one time may not be reasonable at another time because of conditions.
#23. To better prepare for the constant decisions necessary for safe, defensive driving, you must:
Take in the whole scene. Keep your eyes moving. Notice what is happening ahead of you and on the sides of the road and check behind you through your mirrors every few seconds.
#24. What does this sign mean?
One Way.
Traffic flows only in the direction indicated by arrow.
#25. To indicate that you are in the donor registry and have consented to organ or tissue donation, your license will be marked with:
When you get your driver’s permit, driver’s license, or state I.D., you will be asked if you would like to register as an organ and tissue donor. If you choose to be an organ donor, a red heart will appear on the front of your license, permit or ID card. All people who indicate their donation wishes on their driver’s license will have their name added to the Legacy Organ and Tissue Donor Registry.
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| Number of questions on each practice test: | 25 |
| Question pool: | 1,000+ |
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Facts about Louisiana OMV Knowledge Examination
| LA Knowledge Test for Permit and Driver’s License | |
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| Number of questions on exam: | 40 questions |
| Passing score: | 80 percent |
| Correct answers to pass: | 32 |
| Allotted time to complete test: | No limit |
| Wait time before retest: | None (but no more than 2 tests the same day) |
Permit Practice Tests for Louisiana
Each permit practice test at driversprep.com has 25 random questions to help you study for your Temporary Instructional Permit or Adult Louisiana Driver’s License.
All questions and answers are based on the information in the Louisiana Class D & E Driver’s Guide and exam questions.
After each question on the practice test you will get instant feedback. It tells you if your answer is correct or not.
Should you miss a question, there is also a short comment explaining the correct answer. Use the information to look up more facts in the Driver’s Guide. Working with both these practice tests and the Louisiana Driver’s Guide will help you learn faster.
The Real Written Knowledge Test for Your Permit
The written knowledge test in Louisiana has 40 questions. You must reach a score of at least 80% to pass. This means you can only miss 8 out of the 40 questions.
The test has many questions about common road signs and the meaning of traffic light signals.
In addition to knowing the meaning of some road signs, you must also be able to identify signs by their shape and color .
There are also questions about your responsibility as a driver, including knowledge of Louisiana vehicle laws, safe driving practices, and impaired driving.
All new drivers, regardless of age, must complete a driver education or pre-licensing course before Louisiana Office of Motor Vehicles (OMV) issues a permit or adult driver’s license.
These courses are offered by driver education providers who are licensed by the LA Department of Public Safety and some secondary schools. You complete the knowledge test as part of these courses.
Wait time before a re-test is at the discretion of the examiner.
Drivers with an out of country license must also show proof of a driver education training. Drivers with a valid license from Canada, Germany, Switzerland, and Taiwan are exempt from the driver education training requirement, knowledge and road skills tests but are required to pass the vision test.
How to Study for Your Permit or License
If you haven’t done so already, get a copy of the Driver’s Guide online , your third-party education provider, or from your nearest Office of Motor Vehicles (OMV) .
OMV recommends that you read through the Driver’s Guide at least three times. They also tell you to focus on memorizing numeric information in the guide like lengths, distances, measurements, etc.
Check your knowledge of some important numbers here
Even if we acknowledge that numbers can be hard to remember, we still think that your main priority should be to focus on true understanding of traffic signs and signals, pavement markings, right-of-way rules, and safe driving practices. Such knowledge will help more on the knowledge test and on the road when you finally get your Temporary Permit and Driver’s License.
After all, learning the rules of the road is all about your safety once you hit the highway.
Read more about our study tips: Ace the DMV Test .
When you are comfortable with your understanding of Louisiana rules of the road, you will also find that most numbers make more sense and, hopefully, are easy to remember.
Who Must Take the Louisiana Knowledge Test?
All first-time applicants.
Anyone who hasn’t been licensed before must pass the Louisiana knowledge test to get a Learner’s Permit.
Holders of a Louisiana license that has been expired more than 12 months.
If you hold a driver’s license from Louisiana or another state and let it expire more than 12 months, you must start over and take all tests again.
If your license has been expired for 12 months or less, you don’t have to take the test.
Holders of a foreign license.
If you have an out-of-country license you must successfully pass a driver education course, the knowledge exam, and the behind-the-wheel test, before you can get a Louisiana license.
Applicants with a driver’s license from Canada, Germany, Switzerland, and Taiwan are exempt from the knowledge exam and road skills test.
Drivers who have had their license revoked.
A revocation of your license means your license is canceled and there is no automatic reinstatement procedure. You must submit to an investigation before you can apply for a new license.
If You Have an Out-of-state License
Applicants with an out-of-state license don’t have to take the knowledge or skills test, unless they let their license expire for more than 12 months. They must, however, pass a new vision test and have your photo taken.
Before You Can Take the Test
To apply for a Louisiana permit, you must:
- Show proof of residency
- Have proof of legal presence in United States, if applicable
- Meet minimum physical and mental requirements
- Provide current proof of school enrollment if you are a minor
- Have completed a driver education training course
- Pass a vision and knowledge test
Anyone applying for their first driver’s license must complete a driver education training course. This applies to both teenagers and adults.
Since 2018, OMV will issue a Temporary Instructional Permit (TIP) after your license application is registered.
You must present this temporary permit to an enrolled driver education provider before they will give a knowledge test, let you drive during a driving skills instruction, or take an on-road driving skills test. Always keep this TIP in your possession when driving.
If you are at least 15 years old and less than 17 years, you must complete 30 hours of classroom instruction and 8 hours of behind-the-wheel driving instruction.
If you are 17 years or older and haven’t entered the graduated licensing program, you must complete a 38-hour education course or a 6-hour pre-licensing course and an 8-hour behind-the-wheel course.
What is the Graduated Licensing Program?
The Louisiana Graduated Driver Licensing Program (GDL) has three steps:
1 The Learner’s Permit
After completion of the driver education course and after you have passed pass a vision and knowledge test, OMV will convert your TIP to a Learner’s Permit.
The Learner’s Permit allows you to practice driving with a licensed parent, guardian, or adult at least 21 years. You may also drive with a licensed sibling who is at least 18 years.
During this step you must practice driving for a minimum of 50 hours, with at least 15 hours at night.
If you are at least 15 years and under 16 years, you must hold your permit for a minimum of 180 days AND until you are 16 years.
If you are at least 16 years and under 17 years, you must hold your permit for a minimum of 180 days AND until you are 17 years.
When you are 17 years, you may apply for either a learner’s permit or full license.
2 The Intermediate License
An intermediate license is the next step in Louisiana’s GDL program. With the intermediate driver’s license you can drive unsupervised under certain restrictions.
To get an intermediate license, you must present a verified log showing at least 50 hours of driving practice with a licensed adult driver. You must also pass a road skills test, also known as a behind-the-wheel test.
The license comes with a night curfew and a passenger restriction.
No driving between 11 p.m. and 5 a.m.
You may only drive at night if accompanied by a licensed adult at least 21 years or a sibling at least 18 years.
No more than one passenger under 21 years between 6:00 p.m. and 5 a.m.
Between 6:00 p.m. and 5 a.m. you cannot transport more than one passenger who is under 21 years and not a member of your immediate family.
All passengers must wear a seat belt.
No handheld cellphone while driving.
The restriction doesn’t apply to any calls made to report an emergency or criminal activity.
3 The Full License
If you have entered the GDL program (step 1 and 2), you must hold your intermediate license until you turn 17.
At age 17, you are eligible for a full unrestricted license.
If you are 17 years and haven’t completed the GDL program you may apply for a full license or a learner’s permit after completing the full driver’s education course OR a pre-licensing course.
Where do I take the Test?
The knowledge and skills tests are normally administered by the driver education provider. Only teenagers that get their driver education course from a secondary school that does not provide the knowledge or skills test may request OMV to provide the testing.
Can I Take the Test in Another Language?
Unlike many other states, Louisiana does not offer the knowledge test in any other language besides English. You may, however, have an interpreter to translate for you during the examination process.
You may request an oral test, but make sure you check with your education provider or your OMV service office.
What Happens if I Fail the Louisiana Test?
If you fail the test, you can take the test again the same day. You may, however, be placed back in rotation to await your turn at a service office or third-party provider. You can only re-test once per day.
Any attempt to cheat on the test will result in a discontinued and failed test. After cheating, you must wait a minimum of 30 days before you can try again.
