Nebraska DMV Permit Practice Test: 25 Free Questions

1. What is the license revocation period for a first-time offender who fails an alcohol test?

1. a) 1 year.
2. b) 60 days.
3. c) 180 days.
4. d) 90 days.

2. Where should a driver look to find the recommended tire pressure for their vehicle?

1. a) The vehicle's registration certificate.
2. b) The PSI number printed on the tire's sidewall.
3. c) The markings on the hubcap or rim.
4. d) The sticker inside the driver's door or the owner's manual.

3. What is the standard sequence of lights in an automated traffic signal?

1. a) Green, Red, Yellow, Green.
2. b) Green, Yellow, Red, Green.
3. c) Red, Green, Yellow, Red.
4. d) Red, Yellow, Green, Red.

4. Who has the right of way in a crosswalk?

1. a) Pedestrians.
2. b) Cyclists only.
3. c) Vehicles.
4. d) The fastest user.

5. Who has exclusive use of designated bike lanes?

1. a) Motorcycles.
2. b) Bicyclists.
3. c) Small cars.
4. d) Pedestrians.

6. When is a right turn on red permitted?

1. a) Never.
2. b) Only when a green arrow is present.
3. c) After stopping, unless a sign prohibits it.
4. d) Only on one-way streets.

7. What category of signs generally uses a white background?

1. a) Construction signs.
2. b) Warning signs.
3. c) Guide signs.
4. d) Regulatory signs.

8. What does an octagon (eight-sided) sign always mean?

1. a) Stop.
2. b) School Zone.
3. c) Yield.
4. d) Warning.

9. What does a pentagon (five-sided) sign mark?

1. a) Merging traffic.
2. b) School zones and school crossings.
3. c) No passing zone.
4. d) Construction zone.

10. What does a 'Stop Ahead' sign warn you of?

1. a) A dead end.
2. b) A traffic jam.
3. c) A yield sign.
4. d) Approaching a stop sign.

11. What is the function of Dynamic Message Signs?

1. a) To show advertisements.
2. b) To display the time of day.
3. c) To provide changeable information like road conditions or incidents.
4. d) To enforce speed limits automatically.

12. Who is permitted to use the truck aprons in a roundabout?

1. a) Pedestrians.
2. b) Large trucks turning.
3. c) Bicyclists.
4. d) SUVs and pickup trucks.

13. What is the requirement for drivers encountering a funeral procession?

1. a) Yield to funeral escort vehicles displaying proper signals.
2. b) Honk to show respect.
3. c) Pass the procession as quickly as possible.
4. d) Join the procession.

14. What is the maximum speed limit on the state highway system (other than expressways or freeways)?

1. a) 55 miles per hour.
2. b) 70 miles per hour.
3. c) 65 miles per hour.
4. d) 60 miles per hour.

15. How close to the curb must you park your vehicle?

1. a) Within 18 inches.
2. b) Within 12 inches.
3. c) Within 24 inches.
4. d) Within 6 inches.

16. How far must you park from railroad tracks?

1. a) 15 feet.
2. b) 100 feet.
3. c) 25 feet.
4. d) 50 feet.

17. When required to stop at a railroad crossing, what is the required distance to stop from the nearest rail?

1. a) Between 5 and 15 feet.
2. b) Exactly 10 feet.
3. c) Between 50 and 100 feet.
4. d) Between 15 and 50 feet.

18. What should you do if your vehicle stalls on a railroad crossing?

1. a) Get everyone out and off the tracks immediately.
2. b) Push the vehicle off the tracks alone.
3. c) Stay in the vehicle and call for help.
4. d) Try to restart the engine repeatedly.

19. In a school zone or a work zone where workers are present, what is the fine for driving 11 to 15 MPH over the posted speed limit?

1. a) $75 plus court costs
2. b) $150 plus court costs
3. c) $200 plus court costs
4. d) $100 plus court costs

20. When should you turn on your low beam headlights during the day?

1. a) Only when it is raining.
2. b) When daylight begins to fade.
3. c) Only when dealing with a mechanical issue.
4. d) When driving on the interstate.

21. What should you do if an oncoming vehicle's headlights are blinding you?

1. a) Flash your high beams rapidly.
2. b) Look toward the right edge of the road.
3. c) Look directly at the lights to adjust your eyes.
4. d) Close your eyes momentarily.

22. What is hydroplaning?

1. a) When tires ride on a thin film of water instead of the road.
2. b) When brakes lock up on dry pavement.
3. c) When the car skids on ice.
4. d) When the engine stalls due to water.

23. What is the correct action for a motorist preparing for a right turn when bicycle traffic is present?

1. a) Merge with bicycle traffic before turning.
2. b) Honk to warn the bicycles to stop.
3. c) Make the turn from the left lane.
4. d) Turn immediately in front of the bicycles.

24. What should you do when you see a vehicle marked with 'Explosives', 'Poison', or 'Flammable' signs?

1. a) Drive closely to read the signs.
2. b) Pass them as quickly as possible.
3. c) Avoid driving near them.
4. d) Signal them to pull over.

25. When following a large truck or bus, how can you ensure the driver of that vehicle is able to see you?

1. a) Position your vehicle so that you can see the truck's rearview mirrors.
2. b) Flash your high beams until the driver acknowledges your presence.
3. c) Stay close to the truck's rear bumper to remain in the shadow.
4. d) Maintain a position directly behind the center of the trailer at all times.