Nevada DMV Permit Practice Test: 25 Free Questions

1. Which of the following is exempt from Nevada's open container law?

1. a) The glove compartment of a passenger car.
2. b) The center console of a pickup truck.
3. c) The area behind the last upright seat in a hatchback.
4. d) The living quarters of a motor home.

2. If a driver is under the age of 21, their driving privilege will be suspended for a blood alcohol concentration of at least:

1. a) .08%.
2. b) .02%.
3. c) .05%.
4. d) .01%.

3. A driver's license may be suspended for participating in or organizing which of the following on a public highway?

1. a) A vehicle parade.
2. b) A charity drive.
3. c) A car show.
4. d) An unauthorized speed contest.

4. According to Nevada law, which children must be secured in an approved child restraint system?

1. a) Only children who are under the age of two.
2. b) Children under age six or those who measure less than 57 inches tall.
3. c) Children under age eight or those who measure less than 60 inches tall.
4. d) Children under age five or those who weigh less than 60 pounds.

5. What does extending your left arm horizontally indicate?

1. a) Stop.
2. b) Right turn.
3. c) Slow down.
4. d) Left turn.

6. What hand signal indicates slowing or stopping?

1. a) Left arm horizontally.
2. b) Left arm upward.
3. c) Right arm upward.
4. d) Left arm downward.

7. What is the minimum visibility required in both directions to legally make a U-turn near a grade?

1. a) 300 feet
2. b) 200 feet
3. c) 500 feet
4. d) 1,000 feet

8. What does a pentagon (5-sided) sign mark?

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

9. What is the meaning of a flashing red light?

1. a) Stop only if traffic is coming.
2. b) Slow down and proceed.
3. c) Caution, signals are changing.
4. d) Come to a full stop; same as a stop sign.

10. When are U-turns permitted in a school zone?

1. a) Only when a school crossing guard gives you permission to turn.
2. b) When no children are present, school is not in session, or the zone is not in effect.
3. c) U-turns are never permitted in a school zone under any circumstances.
4. d) Only during school hours when children are in class.

11. Which lane should be used for faster traffic on a freeway?

1. a) The right lane.
2. b) Any lane.
3. c) The extreme left lane.
4. d) The center lane.

12. When should you slow down for a freeway exit?

1. a) Only after you are in the deceleration lane.
2. b) On the freeway before the exit.
3. c) As soon as you see the sign.
4. d) You don't need to slow down.

13. What is the purpose of a blue traffic sign?

1. a) To indicate parks and recreation.
2. b) To regulate traffic flow.
3. c) To warn of hazards.
4. d) To indicate driver services, such as food and lodging.

14. When is it legal to use a cell phone for voice calls while driving?

1. a) Always.
2. b) Only when traffic is light.
3. c) Never.
4. d) Only with a hands-free accessory.

15. What does it signify when the warning beeps of a detection system become continuous?

1. a) The vehicle has reached a safe speed
2. b) The system is scanning for pedestrians
3. c) The system has malfunctioned
4. d) A collision may be imminent

16. Which action should be avoided if your brakes fail while driving?

1. a) Use the emergency parking brake.
2. b) Place the vehicle into park.
3. c) Shift to a lower gear.
4. d) Pump the brake pedal.

17. If you don't have a fire extinguisher, what can you use to smother a vehicle fire?

1. a) Sand or dirt.
2. b) Water.
3. c) Gasoline.
4. d) A blanket.

18. What do orange speed limit signs in work zones indicate?

1. a) They are advisory and indicate slower, safer speeds.
2. b) They apply only to trucks.
3. c) They are regulatory and mandatory.
4. d) They indicate the minimum speed.

19. What is a good rule of thumb for speed when driving on snow and ice?

1. a) Keep up with the fastest car.
2. b) Never drive faster than you'd want to in a crash.
3. c) Drive at the posted speed limit.
4. d) Drive 10 mph slower than posted.

20. Why is it important to be extra careful when judging the speed and distance of a motorcycle?

1. a) They are louder than cars.
2. b) Their smaller size makes them appear farther away than they are.
3. c) They have brighter headlights.
4. d) They are always speeding.

21. What should you avoid doing when preparing to turn near a cyclist?

1. a) Speeding up to pass the cyclist just before the turn.
2. b) Checking your mirrors.
3. c) Signaling your turn.
4. d) Slowing down behind the cyclist.

22. When does a blind person with a white cane or guide dog have the right-of-way?

1. a) Only at marked crosswalks.
2. b) Only during daylight hours.
3. c) Only when the light is green.
4. d) At all times on any highway, street, or road.

23. How far from a crosswalk should you stop for a blind pedestrian?

1. a) Exactly 15 feet away.
2. b) No more than 5 feet away.
3. c) At least 10 feet away.
4. d) On top of the crosswalk.

24. What is the "squeeze play" that drivers should avoid?

1. a) Parking in a tight spot next to a truck.
2. b) Trying to squeeze between a turning commercial vehicle and the curb.
3. c) Driving between two trucks on the highway.
4. d) Changing lanes in front of a truck.

25. What does the term Gross Combination Weight refer to?

1. a) The maximum safe weight a tire can carry.
2. b) The total weight of a powered unit plus trailer(s) plus the load.
3. c) The weight transmitted to the ground by one axle.
4. d) The total weight of a single vehicle plus its load.