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#1. If red lights are flashing and gates are closing at a railroad crossing, you should:
Do not cross when red lights are flashing, bells are sounding, or a gate is lowered.
By law, you must stop when:
- A clearly visible electric or mechanical signal device gives warning of the immediate approach of a railroad train
- A crossing gate is lowered or when a human flagman gives or continues to give a signal of the approach or passage of a railroad train
- A railroad train approaching within approximately 1,500 feet of the highway crossing emits a signal audible from such distance and such railroad train, by reason of its speed or nearness to such crossing, is an immediate hazard.
- An approaching railroad train is plainly visible and is in hazardous proximity to such crossing.
If there is a stop sign at the crossing, you must always stop and not proceed until it is safe.
#2. On which side should you pass a barricade with this panel?
Work zone channelizing device: barricade. Stripes sloping downward to the right mean pass to the right.
Compare with a yellow and black object marker.
#3. If you have a Nevada driver's license and move, you must report your new address within:
When you move, you must report your new address within 30 days.
#4. When stopping before a left turn, you should turn your front tires:
When turning left, keep your wheels pointed straight ahead until you actually start to turn.
#5. What is the meaning of this sign?
Traffic signal ahead. Slow down and be prepared to stop, if necessary.
#6. Owners of motor vehicles in Nevada must have at least the minimum amount of liability insurance. The amount for injury of three persons is:
The minimum coverage is
- $25,000 for bodily injury or death of one person in any one accident
- $50,000 for bodily injury or death of two or more persons in any one accident
- $20,000 for injury to or destruction of property of others in any one accident.
#7. Leaving a sleeping baby alone inside a car on a warm day is:
Never leave a child age 7 or younger unattended in a vehicle if the conditions present a significant risk to the health and safety of that child unless the child is being supervised by, and within sight of, a person at least 12 years old.
Violation of this law is a misdemeanor offense.
#8. You should always be more careful when driving at night because:
Driving at night is always more difficult and hazardous than daytime driving. At night, you cannot see as far, as soon or as much. Always drive within the range of your headlights. Keep your speed in control and within posted speed limits.
#9. What is the best advice to a driver who has taken too many drinks?
Some myths about drinking alcohol say that taking cold showers, drinking black coffee, or exercising will sober a person up. This is not true.
Only time, body weight, the number of drinks, and how much has been eaten, can affect how long it takes to sober up.
A person that had too much to drink must not drive. If possible, they should ask somebody who has not been drinking to drive instead.
#10. U-turns across railroad tracks are:
Generally, you cannot make a U-turn in business districts. Turn only at an intersection, unless a sign prohibits it, or where openings are provided for turns.
#11. You can park and leave your car:
Never park your vehicle on a bridge, on a crosswalk, or within 30 feet of a traffic control signal at the side of a highway. Parking on a hill is allowed, but make sure your vehicle is visible for 200 feet (about 20 car lengths) in each direction.
#12. Orange road signs indicate:
Orange is used for construction and maintenance warning. The signs are usually diamond shaped. They notify drivers of unusual or potentially dangerous conditions near work areas.
#13. When brakes fail, you should:
When brakes fail, do not panic. Try pumping the brake pedal. If the brakes still do not respond use the emergency parking brake and, if possible, shift to a lower gear.
#14. When a truck or bus is backing, you should:
Never pass behind a commercial truck that is backing up! Hundreds of motorists and pedestrians are killed or injured each year by ignoring trucks that are backing up. The truck drivers cannot see smaller vehicles or people directly behind their vehicles and may not see you cut in behind them.
#15. When should you use your horn?
You should use your horn when it is reasonably necessary to ensure safe operation. Meaning, use your horn if it is necessary to avoid accidents.
#16. When approaching a stationary emergency vehicle with flashing lights on a road with only one lane in each direction, you should:
You must slow to a speed that is reasonable and proper and less than the posted speed limit. Proceed with caution. Be prepared to stop.
If possible, drive in a lane that is not adjacent to the lane in which the emergency vehicle is stopped unless the roadway, traffic, weather, or other conditions make doing so unsafe or impossible.
#17. What does the Nevada basic speed rule mean?
You must not drive faster than what is reasonable or proper, considering traffic, surface and width of the highway, the weather and other highway conditions.
#18. This sign means:
No U-Turn. You cannot turn around to go in the opposite direction where this sign is posted. In Nevada, U-turns are generally allowed on any road when they can be made safely.
#19. Because motorcycles are smaller than cars:
Because of their smaller size, motorcycles are less visible and may appear to be farther away than they really are. It is difficult for other drivers to judge how fast a motorcycle is going.
#20. If you need to brake quickly, what determines how far your car will go before you can bring it to a complete stop?
The process of stopping your car has three main components: perception, reaction, and braking. This is usually referred to as stopping distance. The first two components can be affected by human factors such as tiredness, alcohol, fatigue, and concentration levels. The last component depends on factors such as: tires, brakes, road, and weather conditions.
#21. When entering or crossing a road from a driveway:
Vehicles entering a main road from a minor road, private road or driveway must yield the right-of-way to all traffic on the main road and to pedestrians. Stop at a sidewalk, or if there is no sidewalk, at a point prior to entering the highway.
#22. You approach this vehicle from behind. It keeps a low speed. What should you do?
A broken yellow line indicates that passing on the left is permitted when the way ahead is clear.
Broken lines are permissive in character.
#23. When a traffic signal is showing a steady yellow light:
A yellow light means caution. A steady yellow light is a warning that the light will be turning red. If you have not entered the intersection, you must stop. If you are already in the intersection, you should continue moving and clear it safely. Do not speed up to beat the light.
#24. To see other vehicles in your blind spot, you must check:
Check blind spots by looking over your shoulder.
#25. When entering a freeway, you should be driving:
Using the merge or acceleration lane, look for an opening in traffic, use your turn signal and accelerate to or near the speed of freeway traffic.
We offer all the necessary Nevada DMV practice questions and answers to prepare for your written DMV test.
| This Nevada DMV Sample Test | |
|---|---|
| Questions on each practice test: | 25 |
| Question pool: | 500+ |
| Random questions | |
Facts about Your Nevada DMV Driver’s License Test
| Nevada Written Knowledge Test for a Permit or Driver’s License | |
|---|---|
| Number of questions on exam: | 25 questions |
| Passing score: | 80 percent |
| Correct answers to pass: | 20 |
| Allotted time to complete test: | No limit |
| Wait time before retest: | No official wait time |
The Official DMV Test in Nevada
The official DMV written test in Nevada is limited to 25 questions. You need 20 correct answers (80%) to pass the test.
The test will end when you have reached 20 correct answers or six incorrect ones.
DMV will ask you to take the test on a computer with a touch screen. The computer system also offers audio-based testing if you need it.
If you need help reading or understanding a written test, you can contact your local service office and ask for an oral examination ahead of the test.
The test has no allotted time limit, so you should proceed carefully and read the questions and all answer alternatives. Be especially alert when the last option is “all of the above” or “None of the above.” Expect the test to take about 15 minutes to complete.
Should you fail the test, you can retake it on the same day. Unfortunately, the booking system in Carson City, Henderson, Las Vegas, and Reno may not allow you to do that, and taking the test on a walk-in basis at other locations often means long waiting times. There is also a re-testing fee each time you retake the test. So, prepare well and try to pass the test the first time.
You may also have the option to take an online test from the comfort of your home. Results from such online tests are automatically transmitted to the DMV to issue instruction permits or driver licenses. The online tests are available in English and Spanish.
Please note that you must use a computer with front-facing cameras or camera peripherals.
Languages
Nevada DMV knowledge tests are available only in English and Spanish.
You may bring an interpreter if you need help understanding either of these languages. Interpreters must present a letter from the approving agency attesting that they are approved by a governmental agency, court, educational institution, or non-profit advocacy group.
The cost of an interpreter must be paid by you (the applicant).
Read more about the Knowledge Testing .
Is the Nevada DMV Test Hard?
About 40 percent of first-time test takers fail the Nevada DMV test, which makes the test more challenging than in states like Illinois and New York and more manageable than in many other states.
The Nevada Driver Handbook
You can find all answers to the official knowledge test questions in the Nevada Driver Handbook. We recommend that you start by reading it. You can get a copy of the handbook at your nearest DMV office or download it from the DMV website .
The handbook covers Nevada’s most important traffic laws, safe driving tips, road signs, signals, and pavement markings. It also provides information on driving under the influence and defensive driving recommendations. The handbook offers tips for handling your vehicle in any situation.
The handbook is a must-read if you want to pass the knowledge test.
The Nevada Practice Test
Each practice test is random. We draw questions from a large pool of questions specific to Nevada.
After each question, you will get instant feedback on whether your answer is correct. If you miss a question, there is also a brief explanation to help you learn faster. Often, you will find the same information in the Nevada Driver’s Handbook. Reading up on things you don’t understand is a good idea.
The passing score in Nevada is 80% (20 correct answers). On a practice test, you should aim higher, preferably a 100% score. It gives you a good chance of passing the real exam the first time.
Wait until you get the perfect score before you attempt the actual test.
Studying for the Exam
The thought of taking a knowledge exam is stressful to most people. Some think it doesn’t matter how much they study, read the handbook, or take practice tests. They fear that the test is too difficult and even impossible to pass. But trust us – anyone can ace the exam . It is all about determination, confidence, and avoiding some risky study behaviors .
Who Must Take the Nevada Knowledge Test?
If you are a new driver who has never had a license in Nevada or the United States, you must take and pass the written knowledge test.
The following drivers must also pass the knowledge test:
- Licensed in Puerto Rico, a U.S. territory or foreign country.
- Licensed in the U.S. and less than 21 years of age.
- Any driver licensed in the U.S. but without a license in their possession.
- A driver with three or more moving violations in the last four years.
- Any suspension, revocation, cancellation, or disqualification in the last four years.
- Any DUI conviction within the past seven years.
- License restrictions that require reevaluation of driving skills.
- Renewing an instruction permit expired more than 30 days ago.
- Renewing a license that expired more than one year ago.
- A driver with six or more moving violations within the last four years who wishes to reinstate the license.
- Reinstatement when DMV suspended, revoked, denied, or canceled the license for over a year.
- Reinstatement when the driver was at fault in any accident during the year immediately preceding the date of reinstatement.
The DMV examiner can ask any driver to retake all tests depending on factors such as driving history or medical conditions.
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