CT DMV Permit Test

Is it legally required you wear a seatbelt while in the front seat?

Yes, both the driver and the front seat passenger must wear a seatbelt.

In order to take a road test, a 16-17 year old must have..

Learner's permit

proof of completing 8 hour safe driving course

Proof of driver training program

Proof of parental training

licence fee of $72

During the first 6 months, 16-17 year old may only drive with what kinds of people?

licensed driving instructor

-his/her parents or guardians

-1 person who is atlas 20 years old who's license -has not been suspended and has held a license for 4 consecutive years

After 6 months, a 16-17 year old driver may have what kinds of people in the car?

immediate family members only

What is the driving curfew for 16-17 year old drivers?

11pm-5am unless driving for employment, church, school, medical necessity volunteer fire or ambulances service

If a vehicle fails the emission inspection, how many days does the driver have to get the car fixed?

60 days

True or False. A seatbelt is unsafe because it can trap you in the car.

False. A seatbelt that works correctly will release, even after an accident.

T or F: after market, any changes to equipment such as tinted windows are legal

false

worn tires can increase the chances of doing what?

hydroplaning

What kind of seat restraint system must be used for children under one year and 20 pounds?

Approved child seat, rear facing system.

What kind of seat restraint system must be used for children OVER and under 7 years and UNDER 60 pounds?

Approved child car seat

What kind of seat restraint system must be used for children 7 years and over but UNDER 60 pounds?

Approved booster seat

What kind of seat restraint system must be used for children 7 years and over and OVER 60 pounds?

Approved booster seat or seat belt

Can drivers over 18 years of age use hand-held cellphones while driving on the highway?

No, hands-free technology must be used.

What effects can worn tires have on a car's performance?

Difficulty turning, hydroplaning, increase chances of a flat tire, need more time to stop or slow down.

What is the "hand-over-hand" technique?

The proper way to make a turn.

What is "scanning"?

A way of checking all around you to be aware of your surroundings.

On the highway, as a general rule, how far ahead of your car should you look?

About 12 seconds.

When making a left-hand turn, who has the right of way?

Oncoming traffic.

True or False. If there is no line painted at the intersection pedestrians don't have the right-of-way.

False, pedestrians have the right-of-way whether there is a painted line at the intersection or not.

A person with a white cane signifies what?

The person is blind.

Connecticut law says what about bicyclists on roadways?

Bicyclists have the same rights and responsibilities as cars.

As a driver, you must yield to a bicyclist always

TRUE

What is the "Move over law"?

a law that says when a vehicle is pulled over to the side of the road, you must slow down below posted speed limit and move over one lane if safe to do so.

What are the "No Zones"?

Areas around a large vehicle like a truck where drivers can't see you.

What is the "three-second rule"?

The amount of time/space you should leave between you and another vehicle for safety.

What is the "four second rule"? What are examples?

situations when you need more space between you and other cars: slippery roads, following motorcycles, driver behind wants to pass, you are being followed too closely, pulling a trailer, following emergency vehicles

What are blind spots?

When people in other vehicles can't see your car, happens when you are driving next to another vehicle.

What should you do if you're being tailgated (a car driving too close behind you)?

Slow down to let it pass you/if not in the right lane switch lanes.

What is the correct way to reverse or back out of a parking space?

Check behind the car before you get in, look in the rear-view mirror, turn around and look over your right shoulder, back out slowly using the side mirrors occasionally.

what is the fine for speeding, endangering a worker or disobeying a traffic control device in a WORK ZONE?

$1000 and points on license.

How many drinks does it take to effect your driving?

Just one drink.

What is the first thing drinking affects?

Judgement.

how much alcohol is in ONE alcoholic drink?

1.5 oz. of 80 proof liquor in a shot glass or a mixer

12 oz of a beer

5 oz of wine

Can coffee, fresh air, or a shower help to sober you up enough to drive safely?

No, only time can do this.

How many days will you loose your license if you get a DUI?

45 days

6 months with an ignition interlock system

when there is water on the road and it feel like your tires have lost traction. You should:

1. ease foot off gas pedal

2. keep steering wheel straight

3. do not stop or turn until tires are gripping road

what is the "zero tolerance law" for DUI under the age of 21?

law that says any amount of alcohol in your blood that measures .02% or more.

-license suspended for 45 days

-IID system installed for atlas ONE YEAR

What if you refuse to take a breathalyzer test?

license automatically suspended for 45 days

must install IID system in car

IID system will be in car atleast one year.

Graduated Driver's license suspensions/fines

1st offense: 30 day suspension, $175 license restoration

2nd offense: 6 month suspension or until 18 yrs, $175 license restoration

Use of cell phone (16-17 yr old)

1st offense: 30 day suspension, $1`75 license restoration, court fines

2nd offense: 90 day suspension, $175 fee, court fines

3rd offense: 6 month suspension, $175 fee, court fines

Speeding (16-17 yr old)

1st:60 day suspension, $175 fee court fines

2nd: 90 day suspension, $175 fee, court fines

3rd: 6 month suspension, $175 fee, court fines

reckless driving (16-17 yr old)

1st: 6 month suspension, $175 fee, court fines, imprisonment of no more than 30 days

2nd: 1 yr suspension, $175 fee, court fines, imprisonment of NO more than ONE YEAR

3rd: 1 yr suspension, $175 fee, court fines, imprisonment of MORE than ONE YEAR

street racing (16-17 yr old)

1st: 6 month suspension, $175 fee, court fines, imprisonment of no more than 1 year

2nd: 1 yr suspension, $175 fee, court fines, imprisonment of no more than 1 year

3rd: 1 yr suspension, $175 fee, court fines, imprisonment of no more than 1 year

What is Operator Retraining Program?

DMV program for repeat offenders of moving violations

Who must complete the Operator Retraining Program?

1. Ppl under 24 years old who have 2 moving violations or suspensions

2. Ppl over 25 who have 3 moving violations or suspensions

Is the posted speed limit how fast you should drive?

No, sometimes road conditions require you to drive slower than the posted limit.

Is driving very slow always safe?

No, driving too slow can be just as dangerous as speeding.

How many feet does it take a car to stop if driving at 50mph?

400 ft

How many feet does it take a car to stop if driving at 30mph?

200 ft

At a four way stop, what vehicle goes first?

the vehicle on the right

when changing lanes, you should..

look over your shoulder in the direction you plan to move

if an approaching vehicle does not dim their headlights, you should..

flash your lights quickly a couple of times

At an intersection with no stop sign, or traffic signage, driver must yield to..

drivers coming from the right

drivers entering a traffic circle or rotary must yield to

drivers already in the circle or rotary

if vehicle starts to skid, you should

stay off brake

turn steering wheel in the direction you want to go, when vehicle begins to straighten out, turn wheel in opposite direction

continue steering left and right until vehicle is under control

if gas pedal sticks, you should

quickly shift to neutral

keep eyes on road

pull car to side of road

turn off engine

if brakes stop working, you should

pump brakes several times

pull on parking brake slowly so as not to lock rear wheels, release parking brake if car starts to skid

shift car to lower gears

if there is a power failure in the car, you should

keep car straight

push brakes very hard

pull off roadway

drivers turning LEFT must yield to...

oncoming vehicles going straight

An eight-sided sign means what?

Stop.

When should you begin signaling for a turn?

At least 3 seconds before the turn.

Sometimes it is necessary to do what to avoid a collision?

Keep your foot off the break and/or speed up.

What does a dashed white line in the center of the road mean?

Drivers can pass each other/cars are moving in the same direction.

What does a solid yellow line mean?

Neither side can pass but drivers can cross the line if turning into a driveway

solid double line

mark center of roadway, can only cross when making turns

dashed yellow line alongside solid yellow line

passing permitted only on side of dashed or broken line, no passing on side of solid line

What is an HOV lane?

Lane reserved for a vehicle with a specified number of passengers.

"HIGH OCCUPANCY VEHICLE" lane

What should you do when a traffic light turns yellow?

Stop if you can do so safely or proceed through if you are in the intersection.

What are pentagon-shaped (5 sides, looks like a house) signs reserved for?

School zones.

What colors are reserved for caution on road signs?

Yellow and orange.

Can you drive around railroad gates if no train is visible?

No, remain stopped until the gate is raised.

What must you do if you approach a roundabout intersection?

Slow down and yield to traffic already in the circle.

What are some places you cannot legally park?

On a bridge or overpass, in an intersection, within 25 feet of a stop sign, or within 10 feet of a fire hydrant.

What should you do if an oncoming car has its high-beam lights on?

Flash your high-beam lights at them once or twice to signal them to turn theirs off.

True or False. You should not use your high-beam lights in snow or fog.

True, because low beams won't cause a glare or reflection that could impair visibility.

When should you sound your horn sharply?

When your car is out of control, in times of danger or dangerous situations, or when another car is going to hit you.

A flashing red light means the same as what?

A stop sign.

A railroad X sign is the same as what?

A yield sign.

Green signs are reserved for what?

Points of geographic interest and locations and distances.

As a rule, when passing on a multi-lane highway, which side should you pass on?

The left side.

Should you back up if you miss your highway exit?

No, get off at the next exit and go back to the one you missed.

When is a roadway the most slippery?

When it first starts to rain or snow.

Can bridges be icy even when the roads are not?

Yes, the air underneath the bridge can be colder than the roadway?

True or False. Strong emotions can affect the way you drive.

True, strong emotions affect your judgement and/or impair your driving skill.

What examinations are needed to pass to obtain a state driver's license?

Vision, knowledge, and driving.

What forms of identification are accepted to obtain your driver's license?

US birth certificate or passport and one photo of yourself that they will keep.

What do you need to have to take your road test?

A vehicle that is mechanically safe, proper vehicle registration, and proof of insurance.

What checks should you do before you start to drive?

All passengers are wearing seat belts, rearview and side mirrors, and to remove all loose objects inside the car that could cause injury in an accident.

When is it okay to share a lane with a motorcycle?

It is never okay to share a lane with a motorcycle when driving in CT.

How do you know it's safe to return to the right lane after passing a truck or large vehicle?

When you see the front of the truck in your inside mirror.

When entering or merging with traffic, should you enter at the same speed, a slower speed, or faster than the traffic that is moving?

The same speed.

Should you maintain your speed or slow down when moving towards an exit ramp?

Do not slow down until you have moved onto the exit ramp.

What part of the road is the safest to drive on?

In the center of the lane.

What is a general rule for passing?

Pass quickly and return to your lane once you can see the other car's side mirror in your rearview mirror.

What steps should you be sure to do when changing lanes?

Check the rearview and side mirrors, look over your shoulder in the direction you plan to move, and signal.

If there are signs or lane markings that allow for two or more turning lanes, what should you do?

Stay in your lane during the turn.

On right turns, what should you avoid doing before making the turn?

Avoid swinging wide to the left.

True or False. There are no issues or concerns with driving while wearing headphones.

False, it prevents you from being aware of your surroundings.

What is the correct way to navigate through a curve?

Slow before you enter the curve so that you don't have to hit your breaks in the curve.