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Pennsylvania driver's examination

(From the 2021 Pennsylvania driver handbook)

Number of tests:	24
Number of questions:	18
Passing score:	15

Directions: The Knowledge Test will measure your knowledge of traffic signs, Pennsylvania’s driving laws and safe driving practices. The Knowledge Test can be given in oral form and in Spanish, upon request, at all Driver License Centers across the commonwealth. If you fail the Knowledge Test, you will be permitted to retake the test the following business day. This test needs to be successfully completed before you can receive a valid learner’s permit

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1.

The right edge of a road is marked by a ____ line.

Broken white
Solid yellow
Solid white
Broken yellow

Explanation ▾

Solid white lines are used to mark the right edge of a road.

2.

This sign is used to warn drivers about:

pennsylvania curve right road sign

Upcoming intersections.
Road construction.
An upcoming curve in the road.
Changes in traffic lanes.

Explanation ▾

This sign indicates that the road ahead curves to the right.

3.

Allow a larger space cushion than usual when stopping:

On an incline.
At an intersection.
At a stop sign.
At a toll plaza.

Explanation ▾

You should allow more space in front of your vehicle than usual when you are stopped on an uphill slope. If the vehicle in front of you rolls backward toward your vehicle when traffic begins to move again, it is less likely that there will be a collision.

4.

Before switching on the ignition, you should:

Be sure only backseat passengers have buckled their seat belts.
Be sure only adult passengers have buckled their seat belts.
Be sure only child passengers have buckled their seat belts.
Be sure all of the vehicle's occupants have buckled their seat belts.

Explanation ▾

Develop a routine for entering and leaving your car. Before switching on the ignition, buckle your safety belt and see that all passengers do likewise.

5.

If you need to slow down or stop when other drivers may not expect it, you should:

Quickly tap your brake pedal a few times first.
Use your emergency brake.
Look over your shoulder for traffic in your blind spot.
Get ready to blow your horn.

Explanation ▾

If you are going to brake where other drivers may not expect it, quickly tap your brake pedal three or four times.

6.

You are approaching an intersection when the traffic light changes from green to solid yellow. You should:

Consider it the same as a caution sign and continue through the intersection.
Stop immediately.
Stop before entering the intersection, unless you are too close to stop safely.
Speed up to get through the intersection before the red light appears.

Explanation ▾

When approaching an intersection with a solid yellow traffic light, slow to a stop before entering the intersection, if it is safe to do so. If you can't stop safely, drive carefully through the intersection.

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