Illinois permit test practice

What does the Emergency Notification System (ENS) sign at a railroad crossing provide to the public?

1. AA live video feed of the crossing
2. BCritical emergency contact information for that specific crossingCorrect
3. CA schedule of expected train arrivals
4. DA map of alternate routes

Why: The handbook states the ENS sign gives the public critical emergency contact information at every highway-rail grade crossing, identifying the specific crossing.

When a traffic light shows a steady green light, what must a driver do before proceeding?

1. ACome to a brief stop regardless of other traffic
2. BSound the horn to alert pedestrians
3. CYield to any pedestrians and vehicles in the intersection or crosswalkCorrect
4. DWait for a supplemental arrow signal

Why: The handbook states a driver may go on a green light after yielding the right of way to any pedestrians and vehicles in the intersection or crosswalk.

What must a driver do when making a right turn on red after a complete stop?

1. AProceed immediately once stopped for two seconds
2. BYield only to vehicles, since pedestrians must wait for a walk signal
3. CSound the horn before turning
4. DYield the right of way to other drivers, bicyclists, or pedestriansCorrect

Why: The handbook lists making a right turn on a red light after a complete stop among the situations requiring a driver to yield the right of way to other drivers, bicyclists, or pedestrians.

How far in advance must a school bus give a warning before stopping in a rural area?

1. AAt least 100 feet
2. BAt least 200 feetCorrect
3. CAt least 50 feet
4. DAt least 300 feet

Why: The handbook states a school bus warning will be given at least 100 feet, and 200 feet in rural areas, in advance of a stop.

Unless otherwise posted, what is the speed limit in Illinois city and town areas?

1. A25 mph
2. B30 mphCorrect
3. C35 mph
4. D20 mph

Why: The handbook lists 30 mph as the speed limit in city/town areas unless otherwise posted.

What is the recommended hand for a driver to use when opening a car door on the traffic side, known as the Dutch Reach?

1. AThe left hand, so the door opens more widely
2. BThe right hand, so the body turns to check for oncoming traffic and bicyclistsCorrect
3. CEither hand, since the technique does not depend on which hand is used
4. DNeither hand; passengers should exit from the opposite side only

Why: The handbook recommends using the right hand to open the vehicle door, known as the Dutch Reach, so the body turns to check for oncoming vehicles and bicyclists.

If the brake pedal suddenly sinks to the floor, what should a driver try first?

1. AImmediately shift into park
2. BPump the pedal to build pressureCorrect
3. CTurn off the vehicle while still moving
4. DSteer directly onto the shoulder at full speed

Why: The handbook says that if the brake pedal suddenly sinks to the floor, the driver should pump it to build pressure, and use the emergency brake if that does not work.

What license is required to operate a scooter with an engine of 150cc displacement or greater?

1. AA Class L motorcycle license
2. BA Class M motorcycle licenseCorrect
3. CAny valid Illinois driver's license
4. DA Class D license only

Why: The handbook states a scooter with an engine of 150cc displacement or greater is a motorcycle requiring a Class M license.

To how many court supervisions for serious traffic offenses is a driver under age 21 limited?

1. ATwo
2. BOneCorrect
3. CThree
4. DUnlimited, if traffic school is completed each time

Why: The handbook states a driver under age 21 is limited to one court supervision for serious traffic offenses.

During the driving exam, approximately how far must an applicant back the vehicle at a slow speed?

1. AApproximately 20 feet
2. BApproximately 50 feetCorrect
3. CApproximately 30 feet
4. DApproximately 10 feet

Why: The handbook states applicants must back the vehicle approximately 50 feet at a slow speed, straight and smoothly.