2025 Louisiana Permit Test 20
The following questions are from real DMV written tests. These are some of the actual permit questions you will face in Louisiana. 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 Louisiana please visit https://cheat-sheets.dmv-written-test.com/en/louisiana/car.
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25. At dusk or on overcast days, you should:
Explanation
At dusk or on overcast days, you must turn on your headlights. Dim your lights to their low beam setting when within 1,000 feet of an approaching vehicle and when within 500 feet of a vehicle that you are following. When driving in poor weather, always use your low beams.
26. You come to an intersection displaying a flashing red light. You should:
Explanation
A flashing red traffic light has the same meaning as a stop sign. You must stop, yield the right-of-way, and go once it is safe.
27. If traffic signals at an intersection are not functioning due to a power outage:
Explanation
If a traffic light at an intersection is not functioning due to a power outage, yield to other drivers in the same manner as you would when approaching a four-way stop. When it is your turn, proceed through the intersection with caution.
28. You are driving on the roadway and hear a siren behind you. You should:
Explanation
When you hear the siren or see the flashing lights of an emergency vehicle coming from behind your vehicle, you must create a clear path for the emergency vehicle and stop. Reduce your speed and safely pull over to the side of the road. If the emergency vehicle is directly behind your vehicle when you are in heavy traffic, keep moving slowly until you can get out of its way.
29. To safely pass a bicycle, you should:
Explanation
When passing a bicyclist, slow down and give them as much space as you can. Bicyclists have much less protection than drivers of motor vehicles and they should not be crowded. Passing a bicycle too quickly can shift the bicyclist off-course.
30. Which is a characteristic of a defensive driver?
Explanation
Defensive drivers maintain a safe following distance. Defensive drivers anticipate what may or may not happen while on the roadway, and they take action to avoid many problems.
31. To ensure that your physical condition does not cause you to drive in an unsafe manner, you should:
Explanation
Your physical condition has an important bearing on your ability to drive safely. Drivers should be aware of their physical limitations and only drive if it is safe to do so.
32. If a driver sees an animal on the roadway:
Explanation
