2024 Tennessee Permit Test 8
The following questions are from real DMV written tests. These are some of the actual permit questions you will face in Tennessee. 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 Tennessee please visit https://cheat-sheets.dmv-written-test.com/en/tennessee/car.
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17. When passing a row of parked vehicles, you should:
Explanation
Keep a space between your vehicle and parked vehicles. A person may step out of a parked vehicle or out from between the parked vehicles without looking. A driver may begin moving their vehicle before realizing you are there.
18. When you see a flashing yellow light at an intersection, you should:
Explanation
A flashing yellow light at an intersection indicates that drivers should slow to a safe and reasonable speed and proceed with caution.
19. What is an important step in turning?
Explanation
When turning, you should look to the rear and both sides of your vehicle to ensure it is safe to proceed before making the turn. Adjust your speed to safely complete the turn.
20. If you are driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol and you are involved in a crash that results in a death of another person, you may:
Explanation
If you are driving under the influence and are involved in a crash that results in death, you will be charged with vehicular homicide. A conviction for vehicular homicide may result in a fine and prison sentence.
21. Special studies show that, in recent years, the number of fatal crashes involving alcohol in Tennessee:
Explanation
In 2015, 34 percent of all traffic fatalities in Tennessee were alcohol-related. In 2016, approximately 27 percent of all traffic fatalities were alcohol-related.
22. When driving in a construction zone:
Explanation
You may encounter unexpected conditions in a construction zone. For the safety of yourself, other drivers, and construction workers, drive with extraordinary caution.
23. Which of these statements is true about drinking alcohol and driving?
Explanation
Being under the influence of alcohol affects your judgment. Good judgement is necessary to react appropriately to things that you see or hear while on the road. Even if you are below the legal blood alcohol limit, consuming any amount of alcohol is likely to affect your ability to drive safely.
24. If the driver of an oncoming vehicle fails to dim their headlights:
Explanation
