2024 Connecticut Permit Test 8
The following questions are from real DMV written tests. These are some of the actual permit questions you will face in Connecticut. Each permit practice test question has three answer choices. Select one answer for each question and select "grade this section." You can find this button at the bottom of the drivers license quiz. For a complete list of questions and answers for Connecticut please visit https://cheat-sheets.dmv-written-test.com/en/connecticut/car.
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9. Fines for speeding in work zones:
Explanation
In Connecticut, anyone convicted of speeding, disobeying traffic control devices, using an improper lane, or endangering a highway worker within a work zone can face fines of up to $1,000, can be assessed points against their driver license, and may be required to complete the driver retraining program. In addition, distracted driving fines are doubled for anyone convicted of illegally using a hand-held cellular phone or mobile electronic device while driving in a work zone.
10. When changing lanes, you can check your blind spot by:
Explanation
Even if your vehicle is properly equipped with mirrors, there are blind spots that cannot be seen by using the mirrors. Before changing lanes, look over your shoulder to check these areas.
11. An approved rear-facing child restraint system is required for any child:
Explanation
State law requires children under the age of 16 to be secured in proper child restraint and safety systems while riding in a vehicle. The required child restraint system for a child who is under the age of one and weighs 20 pounds or less is an approved rear-facing child restraint system.
12. Regulatory signs are:
Explanation
Regulatory signs inform drivers of specific laws that must be obeyed. Displayed laws may be about traffic direction, lane use, turning, speed, parking, or special situations. Regulatory signs are commonly white squares or rectangles with black, red, or green letters or symbols.
13. If you are facing a green traffic light but the intersection ahead is blocked by traffic, you should:
Explanation
Even if you are facing a green traffic light, do not start across the intersection if there are other vehicles blocking your way. If you are caught in the intersection when the light changes to red, your vehicle will block cross traffic. You can get a ticket for blocking an intersection.
14. If you see orange construction signs and cones on a freeway, you must:
Explanation
As you enter a work zone, signs and message boards will warn you of workers, slow-moving equipment, and/or closed lanes ahead. You should reduce your speed and be prepared to slow down or stop.
15. There's an approaching emergency vehicle using its flashing lights and siren. You should:
Explanation
You must yield the right-of-way to police vehicles, fire engines, ambulances, or other emergency vehicles using sirens, air horns, or red or blue flashing lights. 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 edge as possible, and stop your vehicle.
16. If your wheels drop off the roadway or pavement edge, you should:
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