NEVADA DMV PERMIT TEST 2026 – WRITTEN
EXAM PRACTICE QUESTIONS & VERIFIED
ANSWERS
• This practice material mirrors the format and content of the official Nevada DMV
written knowledge exam, featuring verified answers, bold highlights on correct
options, and clear EXPERT RATIONALE to reinforce your understanding after every
question.
• Use this guide by attempting each question on your own first, then checking the
bolded correct answer and reading the EXPERT RATIONALE to build confident,
exam-ready knowledge before your test day.
1. What is the maximum speed limit in a residential area in Nevada unless
otherwise posted?
A. 15 mph
B. 20 mph
C. 25 mph
D. 30 mph
E. 35 mph
Correct Answer: C. 25 mph EXPERT RATIONALE: Nevada law sets the default speed
limit in residential and urban districts at 25 mph unless a different limit is posted by
signs.
2. When approaching a school zone with children present, what is the typical
speed limit in Nevada?
A. 10 mph
B. 15 mph
C. 20 mph
,D. 25 mph
E. 30 mph
Correct Answer: B. 15 mph EXPERT RATIONALE: In Nevada, the speed limit near
schools when children are present is 15 mph. Always watch for posted signs as
limits may vary.
3. What does a red octagonal sign mean?
A. Slow down and proceed with caution
B. Yield to oncoming traffic
C. Come to a complete stop
D. No entry beyond this point
E. Road construction ahead
Correct Answer: C. Come to a complete stop EXPERT RATIONALE: A red octagon
is universally the STOP sign. Drivers must bring their vehicle to a full stop before the
stop line or crosswalk and yield to all traffic and pedestrians.
4. When is it legal to make a right turn at a red light in Nevada?
A. At any time without stopping
B. Only when a green arrow is displayed
C. After coming to a complete stop and yielding to traffic and pedestrians, unless
posted otherwise
D. Only between midnight and 6 a.m.
E. Only when no other vehicles are within 500 feet
Correct Answer: C. After coming to a complete stop and yielding to traffic and
pedestrians, unless posted otherwise EXPERT RATIONALE: Nevada permits right
,turns on red only after a full stop and after yielding to all pedestrians and oncoming
vehicles. A posted "No Turn on Red" sign prohibits this entirely.
5. What does a yellow diamond-shaped sign typically indicate?
A. A regulatory command that must be obeyed
B. A warning of a potential hazard or change in road condition ahead
C. Information about services such as gas or food
D. Direction to a destination or highway
E. A school zone is ahead
Correct Answer: B. A warning of a potential hazard or change in road
condition ahead EXPERT RATIONALE: Yellow diamond signs are warning signs.
They alert drivers to upcoming hazards like curves, intersections, or merging lanes
so drivers can adjust speed and attention.
6. You are driving on a two-lane road. A school bus ahead has stopped and is
displaying flashing red lights with its stop arm extended. What must you do?
A. Slow to 15 mph and pass carefully
B. Stop only if you are behind the bus
C. Stop on both sides of the road until the lights stop flashing and the arm is
withdrawn
D. Proceed if no children are visible
E. Yield but do not stop unless children are crossing
Correct Answer: C. Stop on both sides of the road until the lights stop flashing
and the arm is withdrawn EXPERT RATIONALE: In Nevada, all traffic on both sides
of the road must stop for a school bus with flashing red lights and extended stop
arm on a two-lane road. Exceptions apply only on divided highways with a physical
barrier.
, 7. What is the legal blood alcohol concentration (BAC) limit for drivers 21 and
over in Nevada?
A. 0.05%
B. 0.06%
C. 0.08%
D. 0.10%
E. 0.12%
Correct Answer: C. 0.08% EXPERT RATIONALE: Nevada's legal BAC limit for drivers
21 years and older is 0.08%. A BAC at or above this level results in a DUI charge.
8. What is the BAC limit for drivers under 21 years of age in Nevada?
A. 0.00%
B. 0.01%
C. 0.02%
D. 0.04%
E. 0.08%
Correct Answer: C. 0.02% EXPERT RATIONALE: Nevada has a zero-tolerance policy
for underage drinking and driving. Any BAC of 0.02% or higher for drivers under 21
is considered illegal.
9. What does a flashing yellow traffic light mean?
A. Stop and wait for a green light
B. The signal is about to turn red
C. Slow down and proceed with caution
EXAM PRACTICE QUESTIONS & VERIFIED
ANSWERS
• This practice material mirrors the format and content of the official Nevada DMV
written knowledge exam, featuring verified answers, bold highlights on correct
options, and clear EXPERT RATIONALE to reinforce your understanding after every
question.
• Use this guide by attempting each question on your own first, then checking the
bolded correct answer and reading the EXPERT RATIONALE to build confident,
exam-ready knowledge before your test day.
1. What is the maximum speed limit in a residential area in Nevada unless
otherwise posted?
A. 15 mph
B. 20 mph
C. 25 mph
D. 30 mph
E. 35 mph
Correct Answer: C. 25 mph EXPERT RATIONALE: Nevada law sets the default speed
limit in residential and urban districts at 25 mph unless a different limit is posted by
signs.
2. When approaching a school zone with children present, what is the typical
speed limit in Nevada?
A. 10 mph
B. 15 mph
C. 20 mph
,D. 25 mph
E. 30 mph
Correct Answer: B. 15 mph EXPERT RATIONALE: In Nevada, the speed limit near
schools when children are present is 15 mph. Always watch for posted signs as
limits may vary.
3. What does a red octagonal sign mean?
A. Slow down and proceed with caution
B. Yield to oncoming traffic
C. Come to a complete stop
D. No entry beyond this point
E. Road construction ahead
Correct Answer: C. Come to a complete stop EXPERT RATIONALE: A red octagon
is universally the STOP sign. Drivers must bring their vehicle to a full stop before the
stop line or crosswalk and yield to all traffic and pedestrians.
4. When is it legal to make a right turn at a red light in Nevada?
A. At any time without stopping
B. Only when a green arrow is displayed
C. After coming to a complete stop and yielding to traffic and pedestrians, unless
posted otherwise
D. Only between midnight and 6 a.m.
E. Only when no other vehicles are within 500 feet
Correct Answer: C. After coming to a complete stop and yielding to traffic and
pedestrians, unless posted otherwise EXPERT RATIONALE: Nevada permits right
,turns on red only after a full stop and after yielding to all pedestrians and oncoming
vehicles. A posted "No Turn on Red" sign prohibits this entirely.
5. What does a yellow diamond-shaped sign typically indicate?
A. A regulatory command that must be obeyed
B. A warning of a potential hazard or change in road condition ahead
C. Information about services such as gas or food
D. Direction to a destination or highway
E. A school zone is ahead
Correct Answer: B. A warning of a potential hazard or change in road
condition ahead EXPERT RATIONALE: Yellow diamond signs are warning signs.
They alert drivers to upcoming hazards like curves, intersections, or merging lanes
so drivers can adjust speed and attention.
6. You are driving on a two-lane road. A school bus ahead has stopped and is
displaying flashing red lights with its stop arm extended. What must you do?
A. Slow to 15 mph and pass carefully
B. Stop only if you are behind the bus
C. Stop on both sides of the road until the lights stop flashing and the arm is
withdrawn
D. Proceed if no children are visible
E. Yield but do not stop unless children are crossing
Correct Answer: C. Stop on both sides of the road until the lights stop flashing
and the arm is withdrawn EXPERT RATIONALE: In Nevada, all traffic on both sides
of the road must stop for a school bus with flashing red lights and extended stop
arm on a two-lane road. Exceptions apply only on divided highways with a physical
barrier.
, 7. What is the legal blood alcohol concentration (BAC) limit for drivers 21 and
over in Nevada?
A. 0.05%
B. 0.06%
C. 0.08%
D. 0.10%
E. 0.12%
Correct Answer: C. 0.08% EXPERT RATIONALE: Nevada's legal BAC limit for drivers
21 years and older is 0.08%. A BAC at or above this level results in a DUI charge.
8. What is the BAC limit for drivers under 21 years of age in Nevada?
A. 0.00%
B. 0.01%
C. 0.02%
D. 0.04%
E. 0.08%
Correct Answer: C. 0.02% EXPERT RATIONALE: Nevada has a zero-tolerance policy
for underage drinking and driving. Any BAC of 0.02% or higher for drivers under 21
is considered illegal.
9. What does a flashing yellow traffic light mean?
A. Stop and wait for a green light
B. The signal is about to turn red
C. Slow down and proceed with caution
