Vermont Permit Practice Test: 20 Free Questions

1. How soon must a new Vermont resident transfer their commercial driver's license from another state?

1. a) Within 90 days.
2. b) Within 10 days.
3. c) Within 60 days.
4. d) Within 30 days.

2. Which of the following people is authorized to accompany a 15-year-old driver holding a Learner's Permit?

1. a) A licensed and unimpaired person at least 25 years of age.
2. b) Any licensed passenger.
3. c) A licensed sibling aged 21 or older.
4. d) Any licensed driver aged 18 or older.

3. If your directional lights fail, what must you use to indicate your intentions?

1. a) Your hazard lights.
2. b) Hand signals.
3. c) Flash your headlights.
4. d) Your horn.

4. The rear license plate must be lighted so it is clearly readable from what distance?

1. a) 75 feet.
2. b) 50 feet.
3. c) 25 feet.
4. d) 100 feet.

5. How far from the right side of the road should you be when approaching a right turn?

1. a) About 3 feet.
2. b) About 1 foot.
3. c) About 6 feet.
4. d) In the center of the road.

6. Which lane should you enter when turning into a street with multiple lanes in your direction?

1. a) The farthest lane.
2. b) Any lane that is clear.
3. c) The nearest lane.
4. d) The middle lane.

7. Who must you yield the right-of-way to at an intersection?

1. a) Pedestrians, bicyclists, and traffic already in the intersection.
2. b) Only vehicles coming from the right.
3. c) Only pedestrians in marked crosswalks.
4. d) No one if you have a green light.

8. How far must you park from a fire hydrant?

1. a) At least 6 feet.
2. b) At least 15 feet.
3. c) At least 10 feet.
4. d) At least 20 feet.

9. What kind of vehicle displays a sign in the shape of a triangle with points cut off?

1. a) Emergency vehicles.
2. b) Slow moving vehicles (e.g., farm vehicles).
3. c) School buses.
4. d) Police vehicles.

10. How long does it take the average driver to apply the brakes after seeing danger?

1. a) About 3/4 of a second.
2. b) About 5 seconds.
3. c) Instantly.
4. d) About 2 seconds.

11. What does a pentagon-shaped sign indicate?

1. a) Stop.
2. b) Railroad crossing.
3. c) School zone or school crossing.
4. d) Yield.

12. What do double solid yellow lines indicate?

1. a) Separation of opposing lanes; passing is not allowed.
2. b) Lanes for traffic in the same direction.
3. c) Passing is allowed.
4. d) Reversible lanes.

13. Are you allowed to pass another vehicle at a railroad crossing?

1. a) Yes, if the vehicle is slow.
2. b) Yes, but only on the right.
3. c) Yes, if there is no train.
4. d) No, it is against the law.

14. How much space must you leave when passing a bicyclist?

1. a) At least 4 feet.
2. b) At least 3 feet.
3. c) At least 6 feet.
4. d) At least 2 feet.

15. When should you dim your high beam headlights?

1. a) When meeting or following another vehicle.
2. b) When driving in rural areas.
3. c) Never.
4. d) When driving on the interstate.

16. What should you do if you miss your exit on an interstate?

1. a) Use the emergency turnaround.
2. b) Stop and back up.
3. c) Drive across the median.
4. d) Go on to the next exit.

17. How many seconds in advance should you signal before turning or changing lanes?

1. a) 3 to 5 seconds.
2. b) 10 seconds.
3. c) Only when traffic is present.
4. d) 1 to 2 seconds.

18. Where is the recommended seating location for a child under the age of 13 whenever practical?

1. a) In the driver's lap.
2. b) In the back seat.
3. c) In the front passenger seat.
4. d) Standing between the front seats.

19. How many points are assessed against your driving record for texting while driving?

1. a) 1 point.
2. b) 6 points.
3. c) 8 points.
4. d) 2 to 5 points.

20. Which of the following is true regarding leaving a vehicle idling unattended in public?

1. a) It is a violation of the law.
2. b) It is allowed for up to 5 minutes.
3. c) It is allowed if the doors are locked.
4. d) It is permitted during winter months.