Driving permit test

What does the red octagon sign mean?

Stop completely before moving again.

What does a yellow triangle sign mean?

Yield- slow down and give right-of-way.

What does a round yellow sign with an X and RR mean?

Railroad crossing ahead.

What does a flashing yellow light mean?

Slow down and proceed carefully.

What does a flashing red light mean?

Stop completely, then go when safe.

What does a solid yellow line mean?

No passing.

What does a broken yellow line mean?

Passing allowed if safe.

What does a white rectangular sign usually mean?

Regulatory sign (speed limit, rules, etc.).

What color are warning signs?

Yellow.

What does a school zone sign mean?

Slow down and watch for children.

What is the usual speed limit in Nevada school zones?

15-25 mph.

What should you do if roads are wet?

Slow down and increase following distance.

How far should you stay behind another car in normal conditions?

At least 3 seconds.

What is the stopping distance affected by?

Speed, road conditions, and reaction time.

Why is speeding dangerous?

Less reaction time and longer stopping distance.

Who has the right-of-way at a 4-way stop?

The first vehicle to stop.

If two cars stop at the same time, who goes first?

The driver on the right.

Who has the right-of-way for pedestrians?

Pedestrians in crosswalks.

What should you do for emergency vehicles with lights/sirens?

Pull over and stop.

When entering a highway, who must yield?

The entering driver.

What is defensive driving?

Driving carefully to avoid accidents.

What should you do before changing lanes?

Signal, check mirrors, and check blind spots.

What are blind spots?

Area mirrors cannot fully show.

When should you use turn signals?

At least 100 feet before turning.

What should you do if you miss your exit?

Continue to the next exit safely.

What should you do if your tire blows out?

Hold the steering wheel firmly and slow down gradually.

What should you do if your brakes fail?

Pump brakes, downshift, and use the parking brake carefully.

Is it illegal to drive under the influence in Nevada?

Yes.

What BAC limit is illegal for drivers 21+?

0.08%

What BAC limit applies to drivers under 21?

0.02%

What happens if you refuse a DUI test?

License suspension under implied consent law.

What is distracted driving?

Anything taking attention off driving.

Is texting while driving illegal in Nevada?

No.

When parking uphill with a curb, which way do wheels turn?

Away from the curb.

When parking uphill with a curb, which way do wheels turn?

Away from the curb.

When parking downhill with a curb, which way do wheels turn?

Toward the curb.

Can you park in front of a fire hydrant?

No.

What does a red curb mean?

No stopping or parking.

What should you do at a railroad crossing with flashing lights?

Stop and wait for the train to pass.