Directions: To drive safely in Idaho, you need good eyesight and coordination, a sound knowledge and understanding of Idaho’s traffic laws, understanding of road signs, common sense and skill in handling your vehicle in any given situation.Your understanding of highway signs and markings, traffic laws and safe driving practices will be tested.

The knowledge test for your permit is based on information contained in this driver’s manual. To pass the knowledge test, you must demonstrate a basic understanding of Idaho traffic laws.

The Knowledge tests include 40 multiple choice questions

If you answer at least 34 questions correctly from the sample tests provided here you will be well prepared to take the knowledge test for your permit.

Number of tests:	24
Number of questions:	40
Passing score:	34

Side road.
Keep to the side indicated by the arrow.
You may drive in the left lane.
You have the right-of-way.

A solid green light
A flashing yellow light
A green arrow pointing left
A flashing red light

Is not required to stop.
Is required to slow down to make sure crossing traffic is clear.
Should stop only at a place where they can see at least 200 feet on either side, even if they have to enter the intersecting roadway.
Should stop where they have a clear view of approaching traffic before they enter the intersecting roadway.

Always drive at the maximum posted speed limit.
Drive at a speed that is reasonable and prudent at all times.
Drive 10 mph below the posted speed limit at all times.
Always drive at the same speed as the vehicles around you.

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Idaho driver's examination

This road sign means:

You have the right-of-way when turning left on which of the following traffic signals?

When a stop is required at an intersection and no markings appear to indicate a stop line or crosswalk, a driver:

When driving in Idaho, you must:

You should honk your horn when you:

Which of the following must you obey over the other three?

You want to turn left at an intersection. The light is green but oncoming traffic is heavy. You should:

When merging onto a freeway, it is usually best to:

Are traveling through an intersection.
Are passing a bicyclist.
See a child who is about to run into the street.
Are parallel parking.

A steady red light
A police officer
A stop sign
A flashing red light

Use the next intersection.
Wait at the crosswalk for traffic to clear.
Wait in the center of the intersection for traffic to clear.
Take the right-of-way since you have a green light.

Proceed slowly while waiting for an opening.
Accelerate to a speed that is faster than the speed of traffic.
Turn on your hazard lights until safely on the freeway.
Accelerate to the speed of freeway traffic.