2025 Utah Permit Test 21
The following questions are from real DMV written tests. These are some of the actual permit questions you will face in Utah. 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 Utah please visit https://cheat-sheets.dmv-written-test.com/en/utah/car.
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9. It is legal to go faster than the speed limit when passing another vehicle.
Explanation
It is always unlawful to exceed the posted speed limit, even when passing another vehicle.
10. Your body gets rid of approximately:
Explanation
The average person’s body will process about one alcoholic drink in one hour. However, many factors play a part in determining how impaired a person will become when consuming alcohol, including the amount of alcohol consumed, how fast it is consumed, and a person’s body weight, food intake, and general health.
11. A red flashing traffic light has the same meaning as a:
Explanation
A red flashing traffic signal has the same meaning as a stop sign. When approaching a red flashing signal, come to a complete stop and proceed when it is safe to do so. A stop sign may sometimes also be posted where this signal is located.
12. This sign means:

Explanation
Warning signs prepare drivers for upcoming road conditions and hazards and are usually yellow and black. This sign tells drivers that a lane is ending and that they should prepare to allow traffic to merge safely.
13. Unless otherwise posted, the speed limit in a residential area is:
Explanation
Unless posted otherwise, the speed limit in a business or residential area is 25 miles per hour. If another speed is posted, follow that speed limit.
14. Railroad crossings should always be considered:
Explanation
Railroad crossings are always dangerous. Drivers should always look and listen for trains approaching from either direction on all railroad tracks. Always follow the directions indicated by signs, signals, and flaggers. Never proceed past a railroad crossing until you are certain it is safe to do so.
15. A solid white line on the right edge of the highway slants in to the left. That shows that:
Explanation
A solid line along the side of the road indicates where its edge is, marking the boundary between the travel lane and the shoulder. If the edge line angles toward the center of the road, this means that the road is narrower ahead.
16. If a vehicle using high beams comes toward you, you should look toward ____ of the road.
Explanation