Which of the following statements is true?

It is legal to use audio navigation while driving.

If you are lost, you can quickly type navigation instructions while driving.

You can send and read short texts while driving.

Having lunch while driving is safe and can save time.

Which Vermont residents must be covered by liability insurance or the equivalent?

Only drivers under 21 years of age

Only drivers under 18 years of age

Only drivers of vehicles that are less than ten years old

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Vermont DMV Permit: Laws & Requirements Practice Test

13 laws & requirements questions for the Vermont DMV Permit Test, out of 13 in the app. Answer each to see whether you got it right and why. The real Vermont test has 20 questions and you need 16 correct (80%) to pass.

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Official source: dmv.vermont.gov
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1Question 1 of 13
If you are found guilty of speeding, up to ___ points will be added to your driving record, depending on the speed at which you were traveling.
Not quite. The answer is 8
If you are found guilty of speeding, points will be added to your driving record based on the speed at which you were traveling. 1–10 mph over speed limit: 2 points; 11–20 mph over speed limit: 3 points; 21–30 mph over speed limit: 5 points; 31 or more mph over speed limit: 8 points. If you were traveling 30 or more mph over the speed limit and it was your first such offense, you will also be fined up to $300, sentenced to jail for up to three months, or both. [The Vermont Point System; Chapter 8 – Point System; Vermont Driver's Manual], [23 V.S.A. § 1097],
Source: 23 V.S.A. § 2502
2Question 2 of 13
If a driver under 18 years of age is found guilty of presenting false identification in an attempt to purchase tobacco, he or she may be fined
Not quite. The answer is $50.
If a person under 18 years of age is found guilty of possessing or attempting to purchase tobacco, he or she will be fined $25 regardless of whether he or she was driving at the time. However, if he or she presented false identification in an attempt to purchase tobacco, he or she will be fined up to $50, sentenced to up to 10 hours of community service, or both.
Source: 7 V.S.A. § 1005
3Question 3 of 13
To be able to obtain a learner's permit, a driver under 18 years of age must have maintained a clean driving record for the previous
Not quite. The answer is 2 years.
To be able to obtain a learner's permit, a driver under 18 years of age must not have had any recalls, suspensions, or revocations in the previous two years. For example, if the driver's license was revoked and now the driver must start the process of obtaining a license again, he or she must contact the DMV, which may require an additional waiting period.
Source: Questions and Answers About the Learner's Permit; Chapter 4 – General License Information; Vermont Driver's Manual
4Question 4 of 13
Which drugs can affect your ability to safely operate a vehicle?
Not quite. The answer is All of the above
Prescription drugs, illegal drugs, and over-the-counter drugs can all affect your ability to safely drive a vehicle.
5Question 5 of 13
If you change your name or address, you must inform the DMV within ____ days.
Not quite. The answer is 30
If you change your name or address, you must inform the DMV within 30 days. If you are found guilty of failing to do so, you will be assessed a $50 surcharge. [I have Changed My Name or Address; Chapter 6 – Fees, Renewals and Duplicates; Vermont Driver's Manual], [23 V.S.A. § 205],
Source: 23 V.S.A. § 206
6Question 6 of 13
Which of the following statements is true?
Not quite. The answer is It is legal to use audio navigation while driving.
Texting or eating while driving increases your chances of an accident. If you are lost, pull over and enter navigation instructions. However, you can use audio navigation while driving.
7Question 7 of 13
If you are found guilty of speeding, up to ___ points will be added to your driving record, depending on the speed at which you were traveling.
Not quite. The answer is 8
If you are found guilty of speeding, points will be added to your driving record based on the speed at which you were traveling. 1–10 mph over speed limit: 2 points; 11–20 mph over speed limit: 3 points; 21–30 mph over speed limit: 5 points; 31 or more mph over speed limit: 8 points. If you were traveling 30 or more mph over the speed limit and it was your first such offense, you will also be fined up to $300, sentenced to jail for up to three months, or both. [The Vermont Point System; Chapter 8 – Point System; Vermont Driver's Manual], [23 V.S.A. § 1097],
Source: 23 V.S.A. § 2502
8Question 8 of 13
If you are convicted of reckless driving for the first time, you may be sentenced to jail for up to
Not quite. The answer is 1 year.
Vermont law calls reckless driving "negligent operation of a motor vehicle." If you are convicted of negligent operation for the first time, you may be fined up to $1,000, sentenced to jail for up to one year, or both. In addition, ten points will be added to your driving record. Ten points will be enough to cause suspension of your license unless you request a hearing to contest the charge. [The Vermont Point System; Chapter 8 – Point System; Vermont Driver's Manual], [23 V.S.A. § 2502], [23 V.S.A. § 2505],
Source: 23 V.S.A. § 2506
9Question 9 of 13
If you refuse to take a chemical test for alcohol or drugs upon the request of a law enforcement officer, your license will be suspended for at least
Not quite. The answer is 6 months.
If you refuse to take a chemical test for alcohol or drugs upon the request of a law enforcement officer, your license will be suspended for at least six months.
Source: Impaired Driving; Chapter 7 – Driving Safely and Studying for your Permit; Vermont Driver's Manual
10Question 10 of 13
If you are convicted of DUI for the first time, you may be sentenced to jail for up to
Not quite. The answer is 2 years.
If you are convicted of operating a motor vehicle while under the influence of alcohol or drugs (DUI), you will face the following penalties for a first offense: A fine of up to $750, jail for up to two years, or both. Your license will also be suspended for 90 days or until you complete the Alcohol and Driving Education Program, whichever takes longer. For a subsequent DUI conviction, the penalties will be even harsher. [23 V.S.A. § 1201], [23 V.S.A. § 1206], [23 V.S.A. § 1209a],
Source: 23 V.S.A. § 1210
11Question 11 of 13
If a driver under 18 years of age is found guilty of presenting false identification in an attempt to purchase tobacco, he or she may be fined
Not quite. The answer is $50.
If a person under 18 years of age is found guilty of possessing or attempting to purchase tobacco, he or she will be fined $25 regardless of whether he or she was driving at the time. However, if he or she presented false identification in an attempt to purchase tobacco, he or she will be fined up to $50, sentenced to up to 10 hours of community service, or both.
Source: 7 V.S.A. § 1005
12Question 12 of 13
If a driver under 21 years of age is found guilty of possessing or consuming alcohol, his or her license may be suspended for ____ days for a first offense.
Not quite. The answer is 30
If a driver under 21 years of age is found guilty of possessing or consuming alcohol, he or she will be required to participate in the Youth Substance Abuse Safety Program. If he or she fails to complete the program successfully, he or she will be fined $300 and his or her license will be suspended for 30 days for a first offense, regardless of whether he or she was driving at the time. (Note: The Vermont Driver's Manual incorrectly states the suspension period as 90 days.)
Source: 7 V.S.A. §656
13Question 13 of 13
Which Vermont residents must be covered by liability insurance or the equivalent?
Not quite. The answer is All drivers
Under Vermont's Maintenance of Financial Responsibility Law, all drivers and all owners of registered motor vehicles must maintain proof of financial responsibility. For the vast majority of Vermont residents, this takes the form of a vehicle liability insurance policy. Alternatives include a surety bond or escrow of sufficient funds to cover damage and injuries resulting from an accident.
Source: Insurance; Chapter 9 – Vehicle Ownership; Vermont Driver's Manual

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The DMV Permit Test has 20 questions.

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You need 16 out of 20 correct (80%).

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You can take it from age 15. Online test with 20 multiple-choice questions (4 options each); 16 correct needed. Wait at least one day to retake.

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If you are found guilty of speeding, up to ___ points will be added to your driving record, depending on the speed at which you were traveling.

If a driver under 18 years of age is found guilty of presenting false identification in an attempt to purchase tobacco, he or she may be fined

To be able to obtain a learner's permit, a driver under 18 years of age must have maintained a clean driving record for the previous

Which drugs can affect your ability to safely operate a vehicle?

If you change your name or address, you must inform the DMV within ____ days.

Which of the following statements is true?

If you are found guilty of speeding, up to ___ points will be added to your driving record, depending on the speed at which you were traveling.

If you are convicted of reckless driving for the first time, you may be sentenced to jail for up to

If you refuse to take a chemical test for alcohol or drugs upon the request of a law enforcement officer, your license will be suspended for at least

If you are convicted of DUI for the first time, you may be sentenced to jail for up to