Colorado DMV Permit Practice Test

Not quite. The answer is an informational sign for a hospital.

This sign is a guide or an informational sign that indicates that there is a hospital ahead.

Not quite. The answer is a multi-use path crossing is ahead.

This is a warning sign. Bicyclists and pedestrians regularly cross the road in the area where the sign is posted. You must drive with caution and be ready to stop.

Not quite. The answer is enter the freeway at or near the speed of freeway traffic.

Enter the freeway at or near the speed of traffic. Remember that the speed limit is 65 mph on most freeways. Do not stop before merging into freeway traffic unless it is absolutely necessary. Freeway traffic has the right-of-way.

Not quite. The answer is Car A is turning correctly.

You should always turn left from the left lane and turn right from the right lane, unless otherwise indicated. You must always turn into the closest lane, and you must not change lanes midway through the turn. Here, Car B has turned into the farthest lane. Car A has turned into the closest lane, which is correct.

Source: Turning in a Correct Path, 10.4 Turning, 10. Rules of the Road, Colorado Driver Handbook

Not quite. The answer is Car A must yield to the right.

When two cars arrive at an intersection at the same time, the car on the left must yield to the right.

Source: Uncontrolled Intersections, 10.2 Right of Way, 10. Rules of the Road, Colorado Driver Handbook

Not quite. The answer is The recommended speed limit is 35 mph.

This is an advisory sign that recommends that drivers do not exceed 35 mph.

Source: 10.1b Traffic Signs, 10.1 Traffic Controls, 10. Rules of the Road, Colorado Driver Handbook

Not quite. The answer is look ten seconds ahead on the road

In order to avoid last-minute braking or the need to turn suddenly, you should look well down the road - at least ten seconds ahead of your vehicle. Looking well down the road will help you stop or change lanes if needed. Plus, you will be able to drive more safely, save on fuel, and steer straighter.

Not quite. The answer is text messaging and talking on the phone.

Anything that draws your attention away from the road can distract you. Some examples of distractions while driving are text messaging, talking on the phone, dealing with children, and lighting a cigarette.

Not quite. The answer is yield to vehicles on the right.

When approaching an intersection at which there are no signs or traffic lights, you must yield to vehicles on the right.

Not quite. The answer is A pedestrian crossing is ahead; vehicles must yield.

This figure means that a pedestrian crosswalk is ahead. Drivers must yield to pedestrians.

Not quite. The answer is Trucks may enter or cross this roadway.

This sign indicates trucks entering or crossing the roadway ahead. Slow down and watch for trucks.

Not quite. The answer is any of the above.

A solid yellow line indicates a no-passing zone. Vehicles are not allowed to pass when a solid yellow line is next to the lane. It is also illegal to pass a school bus with red flashing lights and an extended stop arm. Finally, you must not pass when approaching a hill or curve where there is no visibility.

Not quite. The answer is buses only.

On various roadways, one or more lanes may be reserved for special vehicles. Reserved lanes are marked by signs stating that the lane is reserved for special use. "Transit" or "Bus" means that the lane is for bus use only.

Not quite. The answer is None

While you are younger than 18, you have passenger restrictions based on how long you have held a driver license. For the first six months after your license is issued, you cannot carry any passengers under 21 years of age, unless a parent or another licensed adult driver is in your vehicle. After six months, you may carry one passenger under 21 years of age. After twelve months, you may carry as many passengers as there are seat belts in the vehicle.

Not quite. The answer is the road ahead curves to the right and then to the left.

This sign indicates a double curve ahead. The road ahead curves to the right and then to the left. (If there were a triple curve ahead, a winding road sign would be posted instead.) Slow down, keep right, and do not pass.

Not quite. The answer is Slow down and prepare to yield to pedestrians and traffic ahead.

You must slow down and prepare to yield to pedestrians and traffic ahead. You may be required to stop, so be ready.

Source: 10.1b Traffic Signs, 10.1 Traffic Controls, 10. Rules of the Road, Colorado Driver Handbook

Not quite. The answer is When you turn your head to check your blind spots, turn the steering wheel.

When you turn your head to check your blind spots, make sure you keep the steering wheel straight. People have a natural tendency to turn their arms in the same direction as their head turns.

Not quite. The answer is yield to vehicles already on the main road.

Drivers entering a road from a driveway, alley, or roadside should yield to vehicles already on the main road. They must also yield to bicyclists and pedestrians on sidewalks, shared-use paths, and bike lanes.

Not quite. The answer is a low ground clearance railroad crossing.

This sign indicates a low ground clearance railroad crossing. The railroad crossing is raised so high that a vehicle with a long wheelbase or low ground clearance can get stuck on the tracks. This type of railroad crossing should not normally present a problem for a car driver unless he or she is pulling a trailer or driving a motor home with a low ground clearance.

Not quite. The answer is All of the above

There are several convictions and situations that can cause a Colorado driver to lose his or her license. These include defacing the license, failing to pay court-ordered child support, and lending the license to another individual.

Source: Your Driving Privilege May Be Suspended, Revoked or Cancelled, The Driver License, Colorado Driver Handbook