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DE State Test
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| When loading a trailer you should balance the load: | All of the above |
| Flashing arrow panels in construction zones: | Are used in work zones to guide drivers |
| If you are about to be hit from the side: | Keep a tight grip on the steering wheel. Be ready to steer the opposite way to regain control of the car. |
| You may not park within how many feet of a fire hydrant: | 15 feet |
| If the gas pedal sticks: | All of the above |
| Obtaining and keeping a drivers license is : | Privilege |
| What are the fines for simple littering : | $50-100 |
| What should you do if your vehicle stalls when crossing a railroad track? | Run in the direction from which the train is coming |
| If an unprotected fire hose is across the road in front of you what should you do: | Do not run over it unless you have permission from a fireman |
| Before driving you should: | Check your mirrors, adjust your seat, and make certain there are not obstacles or children near the vehicle |
| To steer out of a skid, if the rear of your car is skidding you should: | Take your foot off the gas pedal, turn your front wheels in the direction of the skid just enough to go straight and do not oversteer |
| How far ahead should you look when driving on the highway: | A quarter of a mile ahead |
| When going down a long hill in a rural area, you should: | Check your mirrors for vehicles approaching rapidly |
| When an emergency vehicle with lights flashing is coming towards you, you are required to: | Pull over to the right and stop |
| Any defect in your vehicle which may affect safe operation should be corrected: | As soon as possible |
| At a 4-way stop intersection, if more than one vehicle arrives at the same time: | The vehicle on the right goes first |
| Louisiana law prohibits: | All of the above |
| It takes the body about ____ to get rid of one normal drink from the circulatory system: | 1 Hour |
| Diagonal striped on a barricade or vertical panel: | Guide the driver toward the direction in which traffic should pass |
| Which is the most significant factor in crashes: | Speeding |
| What should you do if you are turning left and a bicycle is crossing the intersection from the opposite direction: | Wait until the oncoming bicycle has passed |
| Most collisions between cars and motorcycles happen: | At intersections |
| Pedestrians have the right of way when: | All of the above |
| If you are approached by an authorized emergency vehicle with lights and sirens on you should: | All of the above |
| Some left turns may be permitted on red when moving from a: | One way street onto another one way street |
| When turning right at an intersection, if there is no sign prohibiting a turn you: | May turn after stopping if the intersection and crosswalk are clear |
| Before backing out of an angle parking space you should : | All of the above |
| Which of the following should you do while driving: | Let your voice mail answer incoming calls on your cell phone |
| The most effective way to reduce the risk of injury or death in a rollover is to: | Use your safety belt |
| What should you do if a tire blows out or suddenly goes flat: | Grip the steering wheel firmly and slow down gradually |
| What should yo avoid if possible when traveling up and down hills or near a weigh station: | Driving in the right lane |
| Drag racing is permitted on public roads when: | Never - it is unlawful to drag race |
| Large vehicles have: | Longer stopping and accelerating distances than cars |
| When passing another vehicle continue until: | The complete front of the passed vehicle is visible in your rearview mirror |
| What are the fines for simple littering? | $50-1000 |
| It is safe to pass: | When an oncoming vehicle is 25 seconds from your vehicle |
| Following distance when behind a motorcycle should be: | At least 4 seconds |
| How far ahead should you look when driving in the city: | 2 blocks or 2 traffic signals ahead |
| What factors influence how long it takes a vehicle to stop? | Reaction time, road conditions, vehicle weight, tire conditions, and brake conditions |
| Which of the following acts are illegal ? | Following emergency vehicles on a call closer than 500 feet |
| When following a school bus up to go over the tracks: | Increase your following distance to 4 seconds |
| What do service signs indicate: | The location of rest areas, gas stations, hotels, or hospitals |
| When on the interstate and approaching your exit sign, you should: | Signal your intention for approximately five seconds and make sure you are at the proper speed for leaving the traffic lane |
| The General Speed Law says, in addition to obeying the posted maximum limit, drivers must keep in mind: | You must never drive faster than is reasonable |
| 10 Days: | Get address changed on license if moving within the state |
| 30 Days: | Get address changed on license if moving outside of the state |
| $50-5000: | Minimum and maximum fines for littering |
| 8-100 Hours: | # community service hours for littering |
| 200 miles per hour: | How fast an airbag comes out in a head on crash |
| 10 inches: | Distance you should sit from the steering wheel |
| 9 to 3: | Hand position on the steering wheel |
| Under 13: | Age that must sit in the back seat |
| 359 feet: | Stopping distance if traveling 60 MPH |
| 20-30 seconds: | Distance to look ahead as you drive |
| 3 seconds: | Following distance behind a car |
| 4 seconds: | Following distance behind a car in bad weather |
| 4-5 seconds: | Following distance behind an 18 wheeler |
| 5-6 seconds: | Following distance behind an 18 wheeler in bad weather |
| 100 feet: | Distance you must put a blinker on ahead of time |
| 15 feet: | Distance to stop at a RR crossing to check for a train |
| 50 feet: | Distance to park from a train track |
| 30 feet: | Distance to stop from school bus with stop sign out |
| 15 feet: | Distance to park from a fire hydrant |
| 20 feet: | Distance to park from a crosswalk or intersection |
| 100 feet: | Never pass within this distance of a RR, or intersection |
| 18 inches: | Distance front tire should be from curb if parallel parking |
| 35 MPS: | Speed your car can begin to hydroplane |
| 500 feet: | Must dim bright lights when car is approaching you |
| 200 feet: | must dim bright lights if a car is in front of you |
| 500 feet: | Must have lights on if can't be seen from this distance |
| 55 MPH: | Maximum speed on two way traffic road |
| 65 MPH: | Maximum speed on by passes |
| 70 MPH: | Maximum speed on interstate in LA |
| 1 mile: | Distance ahead of time to be in the correct lane to exit interstate |
| 30-60 seconds: | Time your car will float in excessive water |
| 365 days: | # days license will be suspended if you refuse a breath test from a policeman |
| 730 days: | Second offense of not taking a breath test |
| .08%-.19%: | BAC level for over 21 to receive DWI and suspended License for 90 days |
| .20% & over: | BAC level to get license suspended for 2 years |
| .02%: | BAC level under 21 to receive DWI and suspended license for 180 days |
| 5 days: | # days you have to get title of a car in your name |