2025 Virginia Permit Test 11

The following questions are from real DMV written tests. These are some of the actual permit questions you will face in Virginia. Each permit practice test question has three answer.. Read More

The following questions are from real DMV written tests. These are some of the actual permit questions you will face in Virginia. 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 Virginia please visit https://cheat-sheets.dmv-written-test.com/en/virginia/car.

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1. You are coming to a railroad crossing where the crossing signals are flashing. You should:

Explanation
When approaching a railroad crossing, you must stop your vehicle no closer than 15 feet from the nearest rail if an installed electric or mechanical signal is giving warning of an approaching train. Be aware of other warning signs that may indicate an oncoming train, including seeing a lowered crossing gate or hearing an oncoming train.

2. This sign tells you that:

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Explanation
This sign warns of an upcoming winding road with three or more curves.

3. Traffic signals sometimes display arrows to control turns from specific lanes. A solid yellow arrow:

Explanation
A solid yellow arrow has the same meaning as a yellow traffic light. When approaching a solid yellow arrow, you must reduce your speed and prepare for a red light.

4. Motorists should maintain a safe operating distance when driving near a cyclist.

Explanation
Drivers must be especially careful when driving near a cyclist and should maintain a safe operating distance between their vehicle and the cyclist.

5. This sign shows one type of:

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Explanation
This sign indicates that an intersection with a crossing road is ahead.

6. This sign means:

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Explanation
This sign warns that the road is slippery when wet.

7. On the freeway, you see a "Merging traffic“ sign. You should:

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Explanation
When on a roadway with two or more lanes, you should make room for entering vehicles. If there is no one driving next to you, move over one lane.

8. You are approaching a railroad crossing that has no visible gates or flashing lights, but has a standard crossbuck. You should:

Explanation
You must approach all railroad crossings with extreme caution and cross only when you know that no train is coming from either direction. If there is a flagger at a crossing, you must obey all of their instructions.

9. When merging onto a freeway, it is usually best to:

Explanation
When entering a freeway, use the on-ramp to accelerate to the speed of freeway traffic so you can blend in smoothly and safely. Entering traffic must yield to traffic already on the freeway.

10. This road sign means:

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Explanation
This sign indicates the presence of a pedestrian crossing. You should watch for people entering a crosswalk or crossing your path. Slow down and be prepared to stop.
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