Virginia Driver’s License & Permit Practice Tests

Get plenty of quality sleep before a trip.

Avoid driving between 10 pm. and 6 am. You are more at risk of fatigue when driving through the night or at times when you are normally asleep.

Lane use signals indicate lanes where you can and cannot drive during different hours of the day.

• Red X: Never drive in a lane marked with a red X signal.
• Yellow X: A yellow X signal means that you should move out of the lane as soon as safely possible.
• Green Arrow: You are permitted to drive in a lane marked with a green arrow signal.
• Left-turn Arrow: You are permitted to enter in a lane marked with a one-way or two-way arrow only to turn in the direction of the arrow.

When approaching intersections without traffic signals or signs yield to any vehicle that reaches an intersection before you. If you get there at the same time, you must yield to the motorist on the right.

Your shoulder and lap belts should be snug. Remember to wear your lap belt low on your lap and against your thighs. Wear your shoulder belt over your shoulder and across your chest. Never wear your shoulder belt behind your back or under your arm.

You may turn right while the traffic signal displays a red light. Before turning, you must come to a complete stop. Look both ways and yield the right-of-way to pedestrians and other traffic. Be sure to check for less visible vehicles such as motorcycles, bicycles, and mopeds. You may not turn right on red if signs are posted at the intersection that read No Turn on Red, or if a red arrow pointing to the right is displayed.

Slow down if you see a deer near or crossing the road. Deer frequently travel in groups, there are likely more deer nearby.

Yellow lines mark the center of a road used for traffic going in opposite directions. Broken yellow center lines mean that passing on the left is allowed in either direction when the way ahead is clear.

The purpose of the Railroad Emergency Notification System sign is to provide the public with critical emergency contact information at every highway-rail grade crossing. If a dangerous condition exists at a rail crossing, call the number listed on the emergency sign. This will allow the rail company to stop or reroute approaching rail traffic until the hazard is removed. Be sure to give the posted crossing number so that the hazard can be identified correctly.

Knowing how to apply your brakes in an emergency situation may save your life. Conventional and anti-lock brakes (ABS) are used differently, so it is important to know what kind of braking system your vehicle has.

Children should ride facing forward in a child safety seat or booster seat until at least age 8, or until they can attain a proper seat belt fit. Up to age 12, children are safer buckled up in the back seat. A driver transporting anyone younger than age 18 must ensure that the passenger is properly secured in a safety belt, booster seat or child safety seat no matter where the child is seated in the vehicle.

Fog reflects light and can reflect your own headlights back into your eyes. Use your low-beam lights when you encounter fog, dust, heavy rain, or snow.

Remember, under special circumstances, an officer may be directing the flow of traffic. If so, obey the officer’s hand signals instead of the normal traffic signals or signs.

Flaggers are construction workers who normally wear orange or yellow vests, or yellow-green shirts or jackets. They use paddles and red flags to direct traffic through the work zone and to let other workers or construction vehicles cross the road.

You must obey signs or instructions from a flagger.

If under age 21, you can be convicted of illegal consumption of alcohol if your BAC is at least .02 but less than .08. If your BAC is .08 or higher you could be convicted of a DUI.

You must always give a proper signal when turning, changing lanes, stopping, or slowing down. Most vehicles have turn signals and you should always use them. If brake lights or turn signals do not work, the signals must be fixed as soon as possible. Meanwhile, you should use hand signals. Hand signals for stopping and turning are standard in all states.

This sign warns of conditions that can cause you to lose control of your car. The road surface of a bridge may be dangerous in winter because it freezes first and may remain icy after the rest of the roadway is clear. In wet or cold weather, drive slowly. Do not speed up or brake hard.

When passing another vehicle on a two-lane highway, check the traffic ahead of you, behind you and in your blind spot before you attempt to pass. Signal and then accelerate to pass. Return to the right lane as soon as you can see the front of the passed vehicle in your rear-view mirror.

The maximum legal speed is the speed may drive on when weather conditions are good. During rain, snow, and ice, you may receive a ticket for driving too fast for the conditions even if you drive at or less than the posted speed limit.

Even correctly adjusted mirrors will leave blind spots behind both sides of your vehicle. Expect vehicles to be in those blind spots you cannot see in your rearview or side mirrors. Quickly glance over your shoulder and check for any vehicles that may be in your blind spot.

Respect the vehicle space of a motorcycle and its position in traffic. Never drive beside a motorcycle in the same lane. Although a motorcycle is not as wide as the lane, the rider will use the entire lane as traffic situations and road conditions change. A slight change or debris on the road surface can be a major obstacle for a motorcyclist. Expect the motorcycle to make sudden moves within the lane.

Legal speed limit in school zones, business or residential districts is 25 mph.

If your license is suspended, your privilege to drive has been withdrawn temporarily. You may pay the required fees and reinstate your license at the end of the suspension period. You must show proof of legal presence and pass the two-part knowledge, road skills and vision exams to have your driving privilege reinstated.

It is not true that they need less room to maneuver.

The bigger trucks are, the more room they need to maneuver.

You should not honk your horn to warn pedestrians within the crosswalk. You must yield for pedestrians who are crossing a street within a clearly marked crosswalk or at an unmarked intersection. Remember that turns on red are especially hazardous to pedestrians. Avoid conflict with pedestrians and permit them to cross the street safely.

You may not park on a crosswalk.