2025 Virginia Permit Test 24
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 may park or stop along the shoulder of the freeway:
Explanation
It is prohibited to park on the shoulder of a freeway, except in an emergency.
2. A driver should be extra alert to motorcyclists, bicyclists, and pedestrians because:
Explanation
In many collisions with motorcycles, bicycles, and pedestrians, drivers reported that they were looking but still did not see the smaller vehicle or pedestrian. These can be more difficult to spot in traffic than passenger vehicles because they are smaller, may move faster, and have less noticeable lighting. To prevent collisions with these smaller and less protected road users, drivers should always be alert to the presence of motorcycles, bikes, and pedestrians.
3. At an intersection with a stop sign, you should stop and:
Explanation
When stopped at an intersection, you should first look to your left, as vehicles coming from the left are closer to you than vehicles coming from the right. Look to your right, then look to your left again, in case there are any vehicles coming from that direction that you did not see at first glance.
4. The sign with this shape and color is a ____ sign.
Explanation
Pennant-shaped warning signs like this are only used to indicate a no passing zone.
5. When meeting a car with blinding headlights, you should:
Explanation
If a vehicle comes toward you with its high beams on, look away from the headlights and toward the right side of the road until the car has passed. This will keep you from being blinded.
6. This sign means:
Explanation
Warning signs prepare drivers for upcoming road conditions and hazards and are usually yellow with black markings. This sign warns drivers about an upcoming steep hill. They should adjust their speed accordingly to avoid brake damage or collision.
7. You are making a left turn from a two-way street onto a one-way street. When you have completed the turn, your car should be:
Explanation
If you are turning left from a two-way street onto a one-way street, you should complete the turn into the lane closest to the lane you have just left.
8. This sign means:
Explanation
Warning signs prepare drivers for upcoming road conditions and hazards and are usually yellow with black markings. This sign alerts drivers to an upcoming curve in the road.
9. You are waiting in the intersection to complete a left turn. You should:
Explanation
You must always signal before turning or changing lanes. You should keep your wheels straight while waiting to make a left turn. If another vehicle hits you from behind, this ensures that you will not be pushed into oncoming traffic.
10. This sign means:
Explanation
