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Delaware driver's examination

(From the 2021 Delaware driver handbook)

Number of tests:	24
Number of questions:	30
Passing score:	24

Directions: To drive safely in Delaware, you need good eyesight and coordination, a sound knowledge and understanding of Delaware’s traffic laws.

All applicants for a driver license must pass a written test that covers Ohio motor vehicle regulations and traffic signs.

The test contains 20 road rule questions and 10 sign questions.The applicant must correctly answer 80% or 24 questions to pass the test.

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1.

A pentagon-shaped sign is a:

Stop sign.
Regulatory sign.
School zone or school crossing sign.

Explanation ▾

A five-sided sign is used to alert drivers to a school zone. Some pentagonal signs specifically indicate crosswalks within school zones where children or other pedestrians may be present.

2.

Only ____ can reduce blood alcohol content (BAC) and alcohol's effects on the body.

Drinking caffeine
Eating foods high in fat
Time

Explanation ▾

Only the passage of time can remove alcohol and its impairing effects from the body.

3.

What does this road sign mean?

Winding road
Loose gravel
Slippery when wet

Explanation ▾

This sign indicates that the road may be slippery when wet. Exercise caution when driving on a slippery road.

4.

Increase your following distance when driving behind a large vehicle:

To better see around the sides of the vehicle.
Because other drivers tend to pull behind large vehicles before trying to pass them.
Because following too closely will get you caught in the vehicle's slipstream.

Explanation ▾

Drivers of trucks, buses, vans, and any vehicles pulling campers or trailers may not be able to see you if you are driving directly behind them. Increase your following distance when driving behind one of these vehicles. Additionally, large vehicles can block your view of the road, so increase your following distance to look around the sides of the vehicle and see the road ahead.

5.

When you see this road sign, you should:

Keep right.
Keep left.
Pass with caution.

Explanation ▾

Warning signs are usually yellow with black markings. This sign indicates that a divided highway is beginning and cars should keep to the right.

6.

The maximum posted speed limit should be driven only:

During the night.
During the day.
Under ideal conditions.

Explanation ▾

The posted maximum speed limit is the fastest legal speed you can travel on a road under ideal conditions. It is safest to drive at the same speed as surrounding traffic, up to the maximum speed limit. Maintaining a safe speed at all times is a responsibility shared by all motorists.

7.

A steady green traffic light at an intersection means:

Increase your speed.
Adjust your mirrors.
You may continue through the intersection at a safe and reasonable speed, if it is clear to do so.

Explanation ▾

A steady green traffic light indicates that the driver may continue through the intersection. The driver should yield to traffic or pedestrians already in the intersection and proceed when the intersection is clear.

8.

If you are being followed too closely on a two-lane road:

Reduce your speed slowly to encourage the tailgater to drive around you.
Speed up to increase the distance between you and the other car.
Apply your brakes to slow down, then resume your original speed.

Explanation ▾

If you are being followed too closely by another driver, merge into a different lane. If there is no lane available for merging, wait until the road ahead is clear and slowly reduce your speed. This will encourage the tailgater to drive around you.

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