2025 Pennsylvania Permit Test 17
The following questions are from real DMV written tests. These are some of the actual permit questions you will face in Pennsylvania. 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 Pennsylvania please visit https://cheat-sheets.dmv-written-test.com/en/pennsylvania/car.
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13. After an emergency vehicle passes you with its siren on, you must:
Explanation
When you resume driving again after being passed by an emergency vehicle, you must remain at least 500 feet behind it.
14. A diamond-shaped sign:
Explanation
Diamond-shaped signs warn drivers of existing or potential driving hazards. You will usually see these signs in yellow or orange.
15. Lanes of traffic moving in the same direction are divided by ____ lines.
Explanation
Solid white lines are used to separate lanes traveling in the same direction (as well as to mark the right edge of the road). Broken white lines separate lanes traveling in the same direction and may be crossed to pass. Yellow lines separate lanes of traffic moving in opposite directions.
16. If you need to slow down or stop when other drivers may not expect it, you should:
Explanation
If you are going to brake where other drivers may not expect it, quickly tap your brake pedal three or four times.
17. This sign means:

Explanation
This sign indicates that the road ahead becomes a divided highway. Keep to the right of the divider or median.
18. What is the first thing you should adjust, if needed, when you get into a car to drive?
Explanation
When preparing to drive, you should first adjust your seat to ensure that you are in a comfortable position and can see the road clearly. Adjust your mirrors and steering wheel to be effective when your seat is fully adjusted.
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