Connecticut Driver's Manual Study Guide
UPDATED ACTUAL Exam Questions and
CORRECT Answers
What are the passenger restrictions for the entire time one holds a learner's permit? - CORRECT
ANSWER - Only a licensed driving instructor / someone who is providing instruction and
is at least 20 years old and whose license has not been suspended during the four years prior to
training / a parent /a legal guardian
Why is side vision important? - CORRECT ANSWER - You need to see "out of the corner
of your eye". This helps you spot vehicles or trouble while still paying attention to the road. You
should also use your side mirrors and quick glances if necessary.
Why is judging distances and speeds important? - CORRECT ANSWER - It is important
to know how far away you are from other cars so that you can merge safely, change lanes, and
enter another road.
What are the curfew restrictions? - CORRECT ANSWER - 11 p.m. to 5 a.m. unless
traveling for employment, school, religious activities, medical necessity, or if the driver is
assigned in the Safe Ride Program.
What are four restrictions for 16-17 year old licensed drivers? - CORRECT ANSWER -:
Transport more passengers than there are seat belts : Operate any vehicle that requires a public
passenger transportation permit or a vanpool vehicle : Use a cell phone in ANY way : Transport
any passenger on a motorcycle for six months after the issuance of a motorcycle endorsement.
If your vehicle does not pass an emissions inspection, how long do have to fix the problem? -
CORRECT ANSWER - 60 days
What is important to know about the braking system? - CORRECT ANSWER - ONLY
your brakes can stop your vehicle. If something seems to be wrong with your brakes, have a
mechanic check them.
, What is dangerous about worn or bald tires? - CORRECT ANSWER - They increase
stopping distance and make turning difficult when the road is wet. They increase the chance of
"hydroplaning" and the chance of having a flat tire.
What could unbalanced tires and low-pressure tires do? - CORRECT ANSWER - They
cause faster tire wear, reduce fuel economy, and make the vehicle harder to steer and stop.
What does the suspension system do? - CORRECT ANSWER - The suspension helps
control the vehicle and provides a comfortable ride over varying road surfaces.
Why is the exhaust system important? - CORRECT ANSWER - The exhaust system helps
reduced the noise from the engine, helps cool the hot gases coming from the running engine, and
moves these gases to the rear of the vehicle. NEVER sit in a vehicle with the motor running for a
long time, if in a closed space.
What happens with a poorly running engine? - CORRECT ANSWER - A poorly running
engine may lose power, may not start, gets poor fuel economy, and pollutes the air.
What is the fine for a seat belt violation? - CORRECT ANSWER - $75
What should you do if your car has a two part seat belt? - CORRECT ANSWER - Use
both seat and shoulder belts!
True or False: Seat belts can trap you inside the car. - CORRECT ANSWER - FALSE: It
takes less than a second to undo a seat belt. Also, they can keep you from getting knocked out
during a crash; it's better to be conscious so you can escape, rather than risk not wearing a
seatbelt.
True or False: Safety belts are good on long trips, but are not needed for short ones. - CORRECT
ANSWER - FALSE: Over half of traffic deaths happen within 25 miles of home. Many of
them occur on roads with speed limits less than 45.
UPDATED ACTUAL Exam Questions and
CORRECT Answers
What are the passenger restrictions for the entire time one holds a learner's permit? - CORRECT
ANSWER - Only a licensed driving instructor / someone who is providing instruction and
is at least 20 years old and whose license has not been suspended during the four years prior to
training / a parent /a legal guardian
Why is side vision important? - CORRECT ANSWER - You need to see "out of the corner
of your eye". This helps you spot vehicles or trouble while still paying attention to the road. You
should also use your side mirrors and quick glances if necessary.
Why is judging distances and speeds important? - CORRECT ANSWER - It is important
to know how far away you are from other cars so that you can merge safely, change lanes, and
enter another road.
What are the curfew restrictions? - CORRECT ANSWER - 11 p.m. to 5 a.m. unless
traveling for employment, school, religious activities, medical necessity, or if the driver is
assigned in the Safe Ride Program.
What are four restrictions for 16-17 year old licensed drivers? - CORRECT ANSWER -:
Transport more passengers than there are seat belts : Operate any vehicle that requires a public
passenger transportation permit or a vanpool vehicle : Use a cell phone in ANY way : Transport
any passenger on a motorcycle for six months after the issuance of a motorcycle endorsement.
If your vehicle does not pass an emissions inspection, how long do have to fix the problem? -
CORRECT ANSWER - 60 days
What is important to know about the braking system? - CORRECT ANSWER - ONLY
your brakes can stop your vehicle. If something seems to be wrong with your brakes, have a
mechanic check them.
, What is dangerous about worn or bald tires? - CORRECT ANSWER - They increase
stopping distance and make turning difficult when the road is wet. They increase the chance of
"hydroplaning" and the chance of having a flat tire.
What could unbalanced tires and low-pressure tires do? - CORRECT ANSWER - They
cause faster tire wear, reduce fuel economy, and make the vehicle harder to steer and stop.
What does the suspension system do? - CORRECT ANSWER - The suspension helps
control the vehicle and provides a comfortable ride over varying road surfaces.
Why is the exhaust system important? - CORRECT ANSWER - The exhaust system helps
reduced the noise from the engine, helps cool the hot gases coming from the running engine, and
moves these gases to the rear of the vehicle. NEVER sit in a vehicle with the motor running for a
long time, if in a closed space.
What happens with a poorly running engine? - CORRECT ANSWER - A poorly running
engine may lose power, may not start, gets poor fuel economy, and pollutes the air.
What is the fine for a seat belt violation? - CORRECT ANSWER - $75
What should you do if your car has a two part seat belt? - CORRECT ANSWER - Use
both seat and shoulder belts!
True or False: Seat belts can trap you inside the car. - CORRECT ANSWER - FALSE: It
takes less than a second to undo a seat belt. Also, they can keep you from getting knocked out
during a crash; it's better to be conscious so you can escape, rather than risk not wearing a
seatbelt.
True or False: Safety belts are good on long trips, but are not needed for short ones. - CORRECT
ANSWER - FALSE: Over half of traffic deaths happen within 25 miles of home. Many of
them occur on roads with speed limits less than 45.
