2025 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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17. If you become drowsy while driving, you should:
Explanation
If you start to feel tired while driving, drive to the first available rest stop or service area to take a break, nap, stretch, or change drivers. You should not rely on caffeine pills or energy drinks, as these are not a replacement for rest and may make your driving even more dangerous.
18. When being passed by another vehicle:
Explanation
When being passed, you must yield to the passing vehicle and not increase your speed. Allow the vehicle to safely merge back into your lane.
19. To see vehicles in your blind spots, you should check:
Explanation
By definition, blind spots are areas that cannot be seen using your mirrors. To check your blind spots, you should look over your shoulders.
20. Slowing down just to look at collisions or anything else out-of-the-ordinary:
Explanation
Avoid "rubbernecking," or slowing down to look at collisions or anything else out-of-the-ordinary. This helps to relieve traffic congestion.
21. When driving near a distracted driver, you should give them plenty of space and maintain a safe following distance of at least:
Explanation
Give a distracted driver plenty of space by maintaining a safe following distance of at least three to four seconds. Be very careful when passing a driver who seems to be distracted. Distracted drivers may not be aware of your presence and may drift in front of you.
22. Sudden wind gusts on highways:
Explanation
While it can create special problems for large vehicles, strong wind can cause problems for all drivers. Wind can lower visibility by blowing dirt and dust into the roadway, but it can sometimes also physically move a vehicle.
23. In rainy weather, you should be most careful when turning or stopping:
Explanation
You should be extra careful when turning and stopping during the first half hour of rain. At this point, the oil from cars has not yet washed off the pavement and could be forming a slippery mixture with the rain.
24. Which of these is a safe driving technique?
Explanation
To stay aware of hazards, you should scan the road and check your rearview mirrors every two to five seconds. Constantly staring at just the road ahead of you is dangerous. If you must drive in foggy conditions, you should use your low beam headlights, not your high beam headlights.
25. Which of the following factors affect an individual's absorption of alcohol?
Explanation
