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Washington driver's examination

(From the 2021 Washington driver handbook)

Number of tests:	24
Number of questions:	25
Passing score:	20

Directions: The knowledge test is used to ensure you understand road signs, traffic laws, and safe-driving practices before you drive on the roadways. Everything you must learn to pass the test is in the guide (see link above)
You may take the test at any approved driver training school in the state. If you take your test at a driver licensing office that offers testing, it will be taken on a computer unless you need special accommodation.
It is a multiple-choice test with 25 questions, and you must correctly answer 20 of them to pass the test.

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1.

Your vehicle's stopping distance increases when stopping:

On a wet or icy road.
On paved highways.
When driving at night.
All of the above.

Explanation ▾

Stopping distances increase on wet or icy roads. Stopping distances also increase on road surfaces covered in loose gravel or stones.

2.

When a two-way roadway has a shared center lane, you can:

Use it to pass.
Use the lane as a regular driving lane during rush hour.
Drive in the lane as far as necessary, as long as you’re turning left.
Drive in the lane for no more than 300 feet before turning left.

Explanation ▾

A shared center lane may not be used for passing or for travel of farther than 300 feet. Drivers should use these lanes to safely turn left from a multilane roadway.

3.

You are approaching a railroad crossing and you do not see or hear a train. You must stop:

If a stop sign is posted.
If a crossing gate is lowered.
If the crossing lights are flashing.
All of the above.

Explanation ▾

You must always stop before crossing railroad tracks if flashing red lights are activated, a crossing gate is lowered, a stop sign is posted, a flagger signals you to stop, or a train is visible or so close to the crossing that it would be hazardous to continue driving. If you are unsure if a train is too close for you to safely cross the tracks, stop. Never race a train.

4.

If your turn signals fail, you should use ____ to indicate that you are turning.

Your horn
Your headlights
Hand signals
Your emergency flashers

Explanation ▾

If your vehicle's turn signals do not work, you should use hand signals to indicate when you intend to change direction.

5.

If a transit vehicle is signaling to re-enter the main roadway following a stop, you must:

Honk to let them know you’re there.
Move to the left lane.
Yield.
Speed up to pass.

Explanation ▾

You must yield to any transit vehicle that is signaling to pull back onto the main roadway after it has stopped to load or unload passengers. Change lanes, slow down, or stop to allow the bus safe re-entry into traffic.

6.

The most important thing to remember when backing a car is to:

Look carefully behind your vehicle and yield to other vehicles and pedestrians.
Keep one foot on the brake while backing.
Only rely on the rearview mirror while backing.
Keep both hands on the steering wheel.

Explanation ▾

Before backing up, you should turn to look directly through the rear window to check for hazards. Do not rely only on your mirrors. You should look left and right and yield to any vehicles, bicyclists, or pedestrians.

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