Florida Permit review 2026
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In your vehicle, what should you adjust before you start your engine?—ANSWER-◆Be sure
vehicle is in park or neutral
◆Adjust the seat so you can reach all controls.
◆ Adjust all rear-view mirrors so that you can use them without having to lean forward or
backward.
◆ Move anything that blocks your view of mirrors or roadway.
◆ Lock all car doors.
◆ Fasten your safety belt and make sure all passengers do the same.
What are the equipment requirements for windshields and side windows?—ANSWER-
◆Windshields- Must be safety glass and may not be covered or treated with any material
that makes the windshield reflective or non-transparent. Must be free of any stickers not
required by law
,◆Side & Rear Windows* May not be composed of, covered by, or treated with any material
which has a mirrored appearance or reflects more than 25% of the light (side windows) or
more than 35% of the light (rear window).
What are bumper height requirements? Are they the same for every vehicle?—ANSWER-
Owners of automobiles and pickup trucks are required to have front and rear bumpers
mounted within certain height levels. Height limitations are governed by the net shipping
weight of the vehicle, not the modified or altered weight. The maximum allowable height
between the pavement and bottom of the front and rear bumper are
What must you do if hauling a load of material which could fall or blow onto the roadway?—
ANSWER-You must not drive or move any loaded vehicle on the highway if the load is not
secure. The load must not be able to drop, shift, leak, or otherwise escape.
◆ You must use a close-fitting cover when hauling loads which could fall or blow onto the
roadway (e.g., dirt, sand, gravel).
When a projected load extends more than 4 feet from the vehicle, what must you use to
clearly mark it in the daytime? At night?—ANSWER-◆ two red lamps on the back of the load
that can be seen from at least 500 feet to the rear;
◆ two red reflectors on the rear that can be seen from 100 to 600 feet when directly in front
of low beam headlights, and located to show the load's full width; and/or
◆ one red lamp on each side of the load, visible from at least 500 feet to show maximum
overhang of the load.
Why is drowsy driving dangerous?—ANSWER-. It is risky to drive drowsy because fatigue
(being sleepy) can:
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, ◆ slow your thought processes and reaction time;
◆ affect your judgment and vision;
◆ impair your senses and abilities; and/or
◆ cause micro-sleeping ("nodding off") or falling completely asleep.
What should you do if another driver is threatening you or intentionally driving dangerously
around you?—ANSWER-remain calm and try to put as much distance between you and them
as possible. Slow down and let them pass. Do not make eye contact; do not make obscene
gestures. If you need help, call FHP (347) or 911.
What are the three main categories of distracted driving?—ANSWER-1. Visual—taking your
eyes off the road 2. Manual—taking your hands off the steering wheel
3. Cognitive—thinking about anything other than driving
Why is texting one of the most dangerous distracted driving behaviors?—ANSWER-◆Texting
involves all three categories of distractions, making it one of the most dangerous of
distracted driving behaviors.
◆It is illegal in Florida to operate a motor vehicle while texting. Florida law prohibits a
person from operating a motor vehicle while using a wireless communications device in a
handheld manner in a designated school crossing, school zone, or work zone.
Can anyone drink and drive safely?—ANSWER-◆IIf you drink alcohol—even just one drink—
your chances of being in a crash are much greater than if you did not drink any alcohol.
◆No one can drink alcohol and drive safely, even if you have been driving for many years.
Questions and Answers 100%
PASS
In your vehicle, what should you adjust before you start your engine?—ANSWER-◆Be sure
vehicle is in park or neutral
◆Adjust the seat so you can reach all controls.
◆ Adjust all rear-view mirrors so that you can use them without having to lean forward or
backward.
◆ Move anything that blocks your view of mirrors or roadway.
◆ Lock all car doors.
◆ Fasten your safety belt and make sure all passengers do the same.
What are the equipment requirements for windshields and side windows?—ANSWER-
◆Windshields- Must be safety glass and may not be covered or treated with any material
that makes the windshield reflective or non-transparent. Must be free of any stickers not
required by law
,◆Side & Rear Windows* May not be composed of, covered by, or treated with any material
which has a mirrored appearance or reflects more than 25% of the light (side windows) or
more than 35% of the light (rear window).
What are bumper height requirements? Are they the same for every vehicle?—ANSWER-
Owners of automobiles and pickup trucks are required to have front and rear bumpers
mounted within certain height levels. Height limitations are governed by the net shipping
weight of the vehicle, not the modified or altered weight. The maximum allowable height
between the pavement and bottom of the front and rear bumper are
What must you do if hauling a load of material which could fall or blow onto the roadway?—
ANSWER-You must not drive or move any loaded vehicle on the highway if the load is not
secure. The load must not be able to drop, shift, leak, or otherwise escape.
◆ You must use a close-fitting cover when hauling loads which could fall or blow onto the
roadway (e.g., dirt, sand, gravel).
When a projected load extends more than 4 feet from the vehicle, what must you use to
clearly mark it in the daytime? At night?—ANSWER-◆ two red lamps on the back of the load
that can be seen from at least 500 feet to the rear;
◆ two red reflectors on the rear that can be seen from 100 to 600 feet when directly in front
of low beam headlights, and located to show the load's full width; and/or
◆ one red lamp on each side of the load, visible from at least 500 feet to show maximum
overhang of the load.
Why is drowsy driving dangerous?—ANSWER-. It is risky to drive drowsy because fatigue
(being sleepy) can:
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protected by copyright law, Copyrighted By Brittie Donald
, ◆ slow your thought processes and reaction time;
◆ affect your judgment and vision;
◆ impair your senses and abilities; and/or
◆ cause micro-sleeping ("nodding off") or falling completely asleep.
What should you do if another driver is threatening you or intentionally driving dangerously
around you?—ANSWER-remain calm and try to put as much distance between you and them
as possible. Slow down and let them pass. Do not make eye contact; do not make obscene
gestures. If you need help, call FHP (347) or 911.
What are the three main categories of distracted driving?—ANSWER-1. Visual—taking your
eyes off the road 2. Manual—taking your hands off the steering wheel
3. Cognitive—thinking about anything other than driving
Why is texting one of the most dangerous distracted driving behaviors?—ANSWER-◆Texting
involves all three categories of distractions, making it one of the most dangerous of
distracted driving behaviors.
◆It is illegal in Florida to operate a motor vehicle while texting. Florida law prohibits a
person from operating a motor vehicle while using a wireless communications device in a
handheld manner in a designated school crossing, school zone, or work zone.
Can anyone drink and drive safely?—ANSWER-◆IIf you drink alcohol—even just one drink—
your chances of being in a crash are much greater than if you did not drink any alcohol.
◆No one can drink alcohol and drive safely, even if you have been driving for many years.
