Virginia permit test practice

Are right turns on red allowed at intersections with a bicycle box?

1. AYes, if no bicyclist is visible
2. BNo, right turns on red are not allowed at these intersectionsCorrect
3. CYes, but only after a full stop
4. DOnly during off-peak commuting hours

Why: Right turns on red are not allowed at intersections with bicycle boxes.

When approaching a Tractors and Farm Equipment sign, when may you pass the slow-moving equipment?

1. AOnly if you are on a divided highway
2. BOnly when the way is clearCorrect
3. CNever, regardless of conditions
4. DOnly at intersections

Why: For areas with tractors and farm equipment, drivers should be ready to slow or stop and only pass when the way is clear.

While inside a roundabout, what should you do until you are ready to exit?

1. AChange lanes freely to find the fastest path
2. BStay in your lane until ready to exitCorrect
3. CStop briefly at each street sign
4. DMerge toward the center island

Why: While inside a roundabout, you should stay in your lane until you are ready to exit, using your turn signal to indicate your intent.

When you are turning left at a green light without a green arrow, who must you yield to?

1. ANo one, since you have a green light
2. BOnly vehicles turning right on the same signal
3. COncoming vehicles and pedestrians in the intersectionCorrect
4. DOnly pedestrians on the far side of the street

Why: If you are turning at a green light without a green arrow, you must yield the right-of-way to vehicles coming from the other direction and pedestrians in the intersection.

Under Virginia law, at what speed above the posted limit may an officer charge you with reckless driving regardless of the posted limit?

1. A5 MPH or more above the limit in a school zone
2. B20 MPH or more above the limit, or over 85 MPHCorrect
3. C10 MPH or more above the limit
4. D15 MPH or more above the limit

Why: If you are driving 20 or more MPH above the speed limit, or over 85 MPH, a law enforcement officer may charge you with reckless driving regardless of the posted speed limit.

How close to a railroad crossing is it illegal to park?

1. AWithin 20 feet
2. BWithin 50 feetCorrect
3. CWithin 30 feet
4. DWithin 40 feet

Why: You may not park within 50 feet of a railroad crossing.

When may a driver hold a cell phone while driving in Virginia?

1. AWhenever using GPS navigation
2. BOnly when stopped at a red light
3. CWhenever hands-free mode is unavailable in the vehicle you happen to be driving
4. DIn a driver emergency, or when the vehicle is lawfully parked or stoppedCorrect

Why: Virginia law prohibits drivers from holding a cell phone or wireless device while driving except in a driver emergency or when the vehicle is lawfully parked or stopped.

Is it safe to linger in another driver's blind spot?

1. AYes, as long as you can stay at a constant speed
2. BNo, you should speed up or drop back insteadCorrect
3. CYes, if you usually have your headlights on
4. DYes, if traffic is too heavy to move

Why: Avoid driving in someone else's blind spot; speed up or drop back, but don't stay in the other driver's blind spot.

Depending on local laws, up to what amount may you be responsible for paying in restitution for emergency responders dispatched to a crash resulting from your DUI violation?

1. A$2,500
2. B$1,000Correct
3. C$3,500
4. D$5,000

Why: Depending on local laws, you may be responsible for paying up to $1,000 for emergency responders who respond to a crash or incident resulting from your DUI violation.

How many times per business day may you take the knowledge exam?

1. ATwice
2. BOnly onceCorrect
3. CThree times
4. DAs many times as you want

Why: The exam may be taken only once per business day.