2025 Virginia Permit Test 6
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. Roads become very slippery:
Explanation
Pavement can become very slippery within the first 10 to 15 minutes of a rainstorm because the rain causes oil in the asphalt to rise to the surface of the road. This problem becomes even worse in hot weather. The heat combined with the water causes more oil to rise to the road surface.
2. When entering a street from a driveway, you:
Explanation
Always stop before entering the roadway from a driveway and yield to any approaching vehicles or crossing pedestrians. The stop should be made before crossing the sidewalk area. Failure to stop is unlawful.
3. Legally, you are considered to be driving under the influence if you have a minimum blood alcohol content (BAC) of:
Explanation
Drivers age 21 and older are considered to be driving under the influence (DUI) if their BAC is 0.08 percent or greater. If a person's driving is impaired, they can be convicted of a DUI even if their BAC is lower than 0.08 percent. Drivers under age 21 can be convicted of illegal consumption of alcohol if their BAC is 0.02 percent or greater.
4. Drivers must yield to a pedestrian:
Explanation
Drivers must always yield to pedestrians in the street, even if they are crossing against a red light or are otherwise being careless.
5. When making a turn, you must ____ your speed.
Explanation
When turning, you should reduce to a speed that allows you to maintain control of your vehicle, stay in your lane, and react to unexpected situations.
6. When approaching a school bus with flashing signals and an extended stop sign, you must stop and remain stopped until:
Explanation
You must stop for stopped school buses with flashing red lights and an extended stop sign when you approach from any direction on a highway, private road, or school driveway. Stop and remain stopped until all persons are clear and the bus moves again. Even if the signals are not on, you must stop any time a school bus is loading or unloading passengers.
7. This sign means:
Explanation
Warning signs are usually diamond-shaped with black markings on a yellow background. They alert drivers to upcoming hazards. This sign warns drivers to be extra careful when the pavement is wet because the road may become slippery, making vehicles more difficult to control.
8. Hydroplaning is usually caused by:
Explanation
Your tires become less effective at clearing water from the road as you increase your speed. If you drive too fast, they may lose their grip entirely, leaving the vehicle sliding on a film of water. This is known as "hydroplaning."
9. This road sign means:
Explanation
