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CT DMV PERMIT TEST 2025|ACTUAL
EXAM QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS|A+GRADED
Q1. On a road with two or more lanes traveling in the same
direction, where should you generally drive?
A) Stay in the left lane to keep traffic moving
B) Stay in the right lane except to pass
C) Use any lane you prefer
D) Always stay in the center lane
Answer: B) Stay in the right lane except to pass
Rationale: The right lane is for normal travel; the left lane is
designed for passing. Staying right unless actively passing allows
faster vehicles to safely overtake you on the left, reducing the
chance of road-rage incidents and rear-end collisions.
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Scenario: You are driving on a three-lane interstate at the posted
speed limit. Cars behind you want to drive faster. By keeping to the
right lane, you let them pass on the left, improving traffic flow and
safety.
Q2. To avoid being blinded by an oncoming vehicle at night, you
should:
A) Flash your high beams
B) Look at the center line
C) Look toward the right side of the road
D) Close your eyes briefly
Answer: C) Look toward the right side of the road
Rationale: Staring directly at oncoming headlights can cause
temporary blindness. Looking at the right edge of the road (the
fog line) keeps you aware of your lane position while reducing
the glare.
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Scenario: You are driving at night on a dark, two-lane road. An
approaching car’s brights seem blinding. Instead of staring at the
lights, shift your gaze to the white line on the right-hand shoulder
until the vehicle passes.
Q3. If you are driving and see a stopped school bus with its red
lights flashing on the other side of a divided highway, you
should:
A) Stop and remain stopped until the lights stop flashing
B) Slow down and be ready to stop
C) Pass the bus carefully at a reduced speed
D) Speed up to clear the area quickly
Answer: B) Slow down and be ready to stop
Rationale: Connecticut law only requires you to stop for a school
bus when you are on the same side of the highway OR the
highway is not divided. If there is a median, curb, or other
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barrier, you do not have to stop; however, you must still watch
for children and be prepared to stop if needed.
Scenario: You are traveling on a highway with a grass median. A
school bus stops on the opposite side with its red lights flashing.
Children may be nearby, so you slow down and watch for any child
who might try to cross the median.
Q4. When approaching a traffic signal displaying a steady
yellow light, you must:
A) Speed up to clear the intersection before it turns red
B) Stop if it is safe to do so
C) Continue through the intersection without changing speed
D) Honk your horn to warn other drivers
Answer: B) Stop if it is safe to do so
CT DMV PERMIT TEST 2025|ACTUAL
EXAM QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS|A+GRADED
Q1. On a road with two or more lanes traveling in the same
direction, where should you generally drive?
A) Stay in the left lane to keep traffic moving
B) Stay in the right lane except to pass
C) Use any lane you prefer
D) Always stay in the center lane
Answer: B) Stay in the right lane except to pass
Rationale: The right lane is for normal travel; the left lane is
designed for passing. Staying right unless actively passing allows
faster vehicles to safely overtake you on the left, reducing the
chance of road-rage incidents and rear-end collisions.
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Scenario: You are driving on a three-lane interstate at the posted
speed limit. Cars behind you want to drive faster. By keeping to the
right lane, you let them pass on the left, improving traffic flow and
safety.
Q2. To avoid being blinded by an oncoming vehicle at night, you
should:
A) Flash your high beams
B) Look at the center line
C) Look toward the right side of the road
D) Close your eyes briefly
Answer: C) Look toward the right side of the road
Rationale: Staring directly at oncoming headlights can cause
temporary blindness. Looking at the right edge of the road (the
fog line) keeps you aware of your lane position while reducing
the glare.
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Scenario: You are driving at night on a dark, two-lane road. An
approaching car’s brights seem blinding. Instead of staring at the
lights, shift your gaze to the white line on the right-hand shoulder
until the vehicle passes.
Q3. If you are driving and see a stopped school bus with its red
lights flashing on the other side of a divided highway, you
should:
A) Stop and remain stopped until the lights stop flashing
B) Slow down and be ready to stop
C) Pass the bus carefully at a reduced speed
D) Speed up to clear the area quickly
Answer: B) Slow down and be ready to stop
Rationale: Connecticut law only requires you to stop for a school
bus when you are on the same side of the highway OR the
highway is not divided. If there is a median, curb, or other
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barrier, you do not have to stop; however, you must still watch
for children and be prepared to stop if needed.
Scenario: You are traveling on a highway with a grass median. A
school bus stops on the opposite side with its red lights flashing.
Children may be nearby, so you slow down and watch for any child
who might try to cross the median.
Q4. When approaching a traffic signal displaying a steady
yellow light, you must:
A) Speed up to clear the intersection before it turns red
B) Stop if it is safe to do so
C) Continue through the intersection without changing speed
D) Honk your horn to warn other drivers
Answer: B) Stop if it is safe to do so
