CT DMV / LEARNER'S PERMIT PRACTICE / LATEST
QUESTIONS & DETAILED ANSWERS (A+ GUIDE SOLUTIONS)
2025/ 2026.
Overtaking - CORRECT ANSWERS-Overtaking is when you approach from behind and pass a
vehicle traveling in the same direction. Most drivers and riders consider overtaking to be crossing to the
'wrong' side of the road to pass a vehicle in front.
Disabled persons who display their placards can park at a _______ curb. - CORRECT
ANSWERS-Blue curb. Painted curbs indicate special parking rules. Blue parking is permitted only for
a disabled person who displays a placard or a special license plate for disabled persons or disabled
veterans. Disabled people with a placard or special plates may park in special areas for unlimited
periods, regardless of time restrictions.
The shape of this sign provides advance warning of the... - CORRECT ANSWERS-No passing
zone ahead.
On a highway with four or more lanes, slower traffic should always use.... - CORRECT
ANSWERS-The rightmost lane. On a highway with four or more lanes, slower traffic should always
use the outside lane that is closest to the shoulder.
What is true about road turning? - CORRECT ANSWERS-Where there are no signs or lane
markings to control turning, you should turn from the lane that is closest to the direction you want to go
and turn into the lane closest to the one you came from. This way, you will cross the fewest lanes of
traffic.
Drivers must use the left lane on a highway for... - CORRECT ANSWERS-Passing. The left lane
on a highway is used for passing. If a vehicle wants to pass you, you must move safely to the right. Do not
increase your speed until the other vehicle has passed you.
,Do not _______ at crash scenes or at locations along the highway where a law enforcement officer may
have a vehicle pulled off the road. - CORRECT ANSWERS-Rubberneck. Rubbernecking (slowing
down the vehicle, being distracted, or staring) could cause drivers to become involved in a crash.
What is true about right-of-way? - CORRECT ANSWERS-At an intersection where there is no
stop sign, yield sign, or oncoming traffic signal, drivers must yield to vehicles coming from the right.
Drivers entering a main road from a driveway, alley, or roadside should... - CORRECT
ANSWERS-Yield to vehicles already on the main road. Drivers entering and exiting a road from a
driveway, alley, or roadside should yield to vehicles already on the main road and bicyclists and
pedestrians on the sidewalk, shared use path, or bike lanes.
A _______ offers you the best possible protection in a car crash and, therefore, is your best defense
against a drunk driver. - CORRECT ANSWERS-Safety seat belt. Safety belts do make the trip
safer and help save lives. They prevent serious injuries to the head and to the body in a car crash.
With any turning vehicle, the rear wheels follow a _________ than the front wheels. - CORRECT
ANSWERS-Shorter path. With any turning vehicle, the rear wheels follow a shorter path than the
front wheels. The longer the vehicle is, the greater the difference will be. Trucks initially swing out before
making a turn.
_________ are designed to allow vehicles to slow down and leave the expressways. - CORRECT
ANSWERS-Exit ramps. Exit ramps are designed to allow drivers to slow down and leave the
expressways. There is often a lower speed limit posted for the ramp.
When a road is too narrow for cars and bikes to ride side-by-side, bicyclists should... - CORRECT
ANSWERS-Ride near or in the center of the lane. Bicyclists have the right.
The correct hand signal indicating a right turn is... - CORRECT ANSWERS-Extending the arm
and hand upwards.
Which of the following right-of-way rules is not true? - CORRECT ANSWERS-At an intersection
where there is no stop sign, yield sign, or oncoming traffic signal, drivers must yield to vehicles coming
from the right.
,Right of way ALWAYS goes to pedestrians.
When turning sharp corners, turn the steering wheel using the... - CORRECT ANSWERS-When
turning sharp corners, turn the steering wheel using the "hand-over-hand" technique. When you
complete a turn, straighten out the steering wheel by hand. Letting it slip through your fingers could be
dangerous.
Which of the following statements is NOT correct when making a turn? - CORRECT ANSWERS-
Do not signal when no one is around.
Correct when making a turn: If you intend to turn after an intersection, wait until you reach the
intersection before signaling.
Signal at least three seconds before turning.
If your turn signals are not working, use hand signs.
Safer drivers tend to look at least _________ ahead of their vehicles. - CORRECT ANSWERS-
Safer drivers tend to look at least 12 seconds ahead of their vehicles. This is the distance that a vehicle
will travel in 12 seconds. In the city, 12 seconds is about one block. When you drive in city traffic, you
should try to look at least one block ahead. On the highway, 12 seconds is about four city blocks (or a
quarter of a mile).
Blind pedestrians may carry _________ canes or use the assistance of guide dogs. - CORRECT
ANSWERS-White canes.
You must not park your vehicle... - CORRECT ANSWERS-Do not park within 25 feet of a
pedestrian safety zone or within 25 feet of a stop sign.
The eye test for the driver's license evaluates... - CORRECT ANSWERS-The eye test evaluates:
1) acuity—how clearly you see; 2) peripheral vision—how far you can see to either side while looking
straight ahead; 3) depth and color perception.
If your brakes stop working while driving, which of the following must be done? - CORRECT
ANSWERS-If your brakes stop working: 1) Pump the brake pedal several times. This will often build
up enough brake pressure to allow you to stop. 2) If that does not work, use the parking brake. Pull on
the parking brake handle slowly so you will not lock the rear wheels and cause a skid. Be ready to release
, the brake if the vehicle does start to skid. 3) If that does not work, start shifting to lower gears and look
for a safe place to slow to a stop. Make sure the vehicle is off the roadway. Do not drive the vehicle
without brakes.
When a vehicle does not pass an emissions inspection, the driver will be given ________ to have the
problem fixed and the emissions re-checked. - CORRECT ANSWERS-Your vehicle may be
required to have an emissions inspection at an authorized inspection station. If the vehicle does not
pass, you will be given 60 days to have the problem fixed and the emissions re-checked. (2 months)
When you are being followed too closely, you should... - CORRECT ANSWERS-If you are being
followed closely, pull to the right and allow the vehicle behind you to pass.
This sign indicates... - CORRECT ANSWERS-This sign indicates that the pavement is wet. When
pavement is wet, drivers should reduce their speed.
Vehicles should not be parked within _________ of a fire hydrant. - CORRECT ANSWERS-10
feet.
25 feet from a pedestrian safety zone.
25 feet from a stop sign.
At a speed of 55 mph, a vehicle needs _________ to pass. - CORRECT ANSWERS-At a speed of
55 mph, a vehicle needs about 10 seconds to pass. That means a driver needs a 10-second opening in
oncoming traffic and sight distance to pass.
When you see or hear an emergency vehicle approaching from any direction, you must... -
CORRECT ANSWERS-When you see or hear an emergency vehicle approaching from any
direction, you must pull over to the right edge of the road, or as near to the right as possible, and stop
your vehicle. You must remain stopped until the emergency vehicle has passed, unless otherwise
directed by a state/local police officer or a firefighter.
These lines indicate... - CORRECT ANSWERS-These center lanes are reserved for making left
turns (or U-turns, when they are permitted), but can be used by vehicles traveling in both directions. On
the pavement, left-turn arrows for traffic in one direction alternate with left-turn arrows for traffic
coming from the other direction. These lanes are marked on each side by solid and dashed yellow lines.
QUESTIONS & DETAILED ANSWERS (A+ GUIDE SOLUTIONS)
2025/ 2026.
Overtaking - CORRECT ANSWERS-Overtaking is when you approach from behind and pass a
vehicle traveling in the same direction. Most drivers and riders consider overtaking to be crossing to the
'wrong' side of the road to pass a vehicle in front.
Disabled persons who display their placards can park at a _______ curb. - CORRECT
ANSWERS-Blue curb. Painted curbs indicate special parking rules. Blue parking is permitted only for
a disabled person who displays a placard or a special license plate for disabled persons or disabled
veterans. Disabled people with a placard or special plates may park in special areas for unlimited
periods, regardless of time restrictions.
The shape of this sign provides advance warning of the... - CORRECT ANSWERS-No passing
zone ahead.
On a highway with four or more lanes, slower traffic should always use.... - CORRECT
ANSWERS-The rightmost lane. On a highway with four or more lanes, slower traffic should always
use the outside lane that is closest to the shoulder.
What is true about road turning? - CORRECT ANSWERS-Where there are no signs or lane
markings to control turning, you should turn from the lane that is closest to the direction you want to go
and turn into the lane closest to the one you came from. This way, you will cross the fewest lanes of
traffic.
Drivers must use the left lane on a highway for... - CORRECT ANSWERS-Passing. The left lane
on a highway is used for passing. If a vehicle wants to pass you, you must move safely to the right. Do not
increase your speed until the other vehicle has passed you.
,Do not _______ at crash scenes or at locations along the highway where a law enforcement officer may
have a vehicle pulled off the road. - CORRECT ANSWERS-Rubberneck. Rubbernecking (slowing
down the vehicle, being distracted, or staring) could cause drivers to become involved in a crash.
What is true about right-of-way? - CORRECT ANSWERS-At an intersection where there is no
stop sign, yield sign, or oncoming traffic signal, drivers must yield to vehicles coming from the right.
Drivers entering a main road from a driveway, alley, or roadside should... - CORRECT
ANSWERS-Yield to vehicles already on the main road. Drivers entering and exiting a road from a
driveway, alley, or roadside should yield to vehicles already on the main road and bicyclists and
pedestrians on the sidewalk, shared use path, or bike lanes.
A _______ offers you the best possible protection in a car crash and, therefore, is your best defense
against a drunk driver. - CORRECT ANSWERS-Safety seat belt. Safety belts do make the trip
safer and help save lives. They prevent serious injuries to the head and to the body in a car crash.
With any turning vehicle, the rear wheels follow a _________ than the front wheels. - CORRECT
ANSWERS-Shorter path. With any turning vehicle, the rear wheels follow a shorter path than the
front wheels. The longer the vehicle is, the greater the difference will be. Trucks initially swing out before
making a turn.
_________ are designed to allow vehicles to slow down and leave the expressways. - CORRECT
ANSWERS-Exit ramps. Exit ramps are designed to allow drivers to slow down and leave the
expressways. There is often a lower speed limit posted for the ramp.
When a road is too narrow for cars and bikes to ride side-by-side, bicyclists should... - CORRECT
ANSWERS-Ride near or in the center of the lane. Bicyclists have the right.
The correct hand signal indicating a right turn is... - CORRECT ANSWERS-Extending the arm
and hand upwards.
Which of the following right-of-way rules is not true? - CORRECT ANSWERS-At an intersection
where there is no stop sign, yield sign, or oncoming traffic signal, drivers must yield to vehicles coming
from the right.
,Right of way ALWAYS goes to pedestrians.
When turning sharp corners, turn the steering wheel using the... - CORRECT ANSWERS-When
turning sharp corners, turn the steering wheel using the "hand-over-hand" technique. When you
complete a turn, straighten out the steering wheel by hand. Letting it slip through your fingers could be
dangerous.
Which of the following statements is NOT correct when making a turn? - CORRECT ANSWERS-
Do not signal when no one is around.
Correct when making a turn: If you intend to turn after an intersection, wait until you reach the
intersection before signaling.
Signal at least three seconds before turning.
If your turn signals are not working, use hand signs.
Safer drivers tend to look at least _________ ahead of their vehicles. - CORRECT ANSWERS-
Safer drivers tend to look at least 12 seconds ahead of their vehicles. This is the distance that a vehicle
will travel in 12 seconds. In the city, 12 seconds is about one block. When you drive in city traffic, you
should try to look at least one block ahead. On the highway, 12 seconds is about four city blocks (or a
quarter of a mile).
Blind pedestrians may carry _________ canes or use the assistance of guide dogs. - CORRECT
ANSWERS-White canes.
You must not park your vehicle... - CORRECT ANSWERS-Do not park within 25 feet of a
pedestrian safety zone or within 25 feet of a stop sign.
The eye test for the driver's license evaluates... - CORRECT ANSWERS-The eye test evaluates:
1) acuity—how clearly you see; 2) peripheral vision—how far you can see to either side while looking
straight ahead; 3) depth and color perception.
If your brakes stop working while driving, which of the following must be done? - CORRECT
ANSWERS-If your brakes stop working: 1) Pump the brake pedal several times. This will often build
up enough brake pressure to allow you to stop. 2) If that does not work, use the parking brake. Pull on
the parking brake handle slowly so you will not lock the rear wheels and cause a skid. Be ready to release
, the brake if the vehicle does start to skid. 3) If that does not work, start shifting to lower gears and look
for a safe place to slow to a stop. Make sure the vehicle is off the roadway. Do not drive the vehicle
without brakes.
When a vehicle does not pass an emissions inspection, the driver will be given ________ to have the
problem fixed and the emissions re-checked. - CORRECT ANSWERS-Your vehicle may be
required to have an emissions inspection at an authorized inspection station. If the vehicle does not
pass, you will be given 60 days to have the problem fixed and the emissions re-checked. (2 months)
When you are being followed too closely, you should... - CORRECT ANSWERS-If you are being
followed closely, pull to the right and allow the vehicle behind you to pass.
This sign indicates... - CORRECT ANSWERS-This sign indicates that the pavement is wet. When
pavement is wet, drivers should reduce their speed.
Vehicles should not be parked within _________ of a fire hydrant. - CORRECT ANSWERS-10
feet.
25 feet from a pedestrian safety zone.
25 feet from a stop sign.
At a speed of 55 mph, a vehicle needs _________ to pass. - CORRECT ANSWERS-At a speed of
55 mph, a vehicle needs about 10 seconds to pass. That means a driver needs a 10-second opening in
oncoming traffic and sight distance to pass.
When you see or hear an emergency vehicle approaching from any direction, you must... -
CORRECT ANSWERS-When you see or hear an emergency vehicle approaching from any
direction, you must pull over to the right edge of the road, or as near to the right as possible, and stop
your vehicle. You must remain stopped until the emergency vehicle has passed, unless otherwise
directed by a state/local police officer or a firefighter.
These lines indicate... - CORRECT ANSWERS-These center lanes are reserved for making left
turns (or U-turns, when they are permitted), but can be used by vehicles traveling in both directions. On
the pavement, left-turn arrows for traffic in one direction alternate with left-turn arrows for traffic
coming from the other direction. These lanes are marked on each side by solid and dashed yellow lines.
