Virginia Free Test 1

This sign warns that a side road intersects from the right; be alert for traffic entering or turning.

This sign warns that the railroad crossing ahead is on a raised area, which may cause vehicles with low ground clearance to get stuck on the tracks.

To make a left turn from a one-way street onto another one-way street, you must position your vehicle in the far-left lane before starting the turn.

Defensive driving involves anticipating potential hazards, which includes maintaining your vehicle, being well-rested, and obeying speed limits.

Emergency vehicle drivers can legally disregard traffic signals like red lights, making their actions unpredictable to other drivers who must yield the right-of-way.

This sign warns that traffic will be merging into your lane from the right; be prepared to adjust your speed or lane position.

Pavement markings in the shape of arrows indicate the required or permitted direction of travel for that specific lane, such as for turns or proceeding straight.

Virginia's DMV has the authority to suspend or deny driving privileges for individuals under 18 who are found by a court to be delinquent, in need of supervision, or involved in substance-related offenses.

A YIELD sign means you must slow down and be prepared to stop, yielding the right-of-way to any vehicles or pedestrians before proceeding.

Use 9 and 3 as the standard position. 8 and 4 is an acceptable alternative in some vehicles/situations. Avoid 10 and 2 because of airbag deployment, and keep both thumbs resting along the outside of the rim.

Reaction distance is the distance your vehicle travels from the moment you recognize a hazard until you physically apply the brakes.

Braking distance is the distance your vehicle travels after you apply the brakes and is influenced by your speed, the condition of your tires and brakes, and the road surface.

This sign warns of an extremely sharp curve ahead that turns back in almost the opposite direction.

Virginia law prohibits parking within 15 feet of a fire hydrant, within 20 feet of an intersection, or within 50 feet of a railroad crossing.

If an entrance ramp is too short to safely accelerate to highway speeds, you should stop and wait for a large gap in traffic before entering.

This sign warns that a four-way intersection is ahead; be prepared for crossing traffic.

Virginia has a "zero tolerance" law for drivers under 21; a BAC of 0.02% to less than 0.08% is grounds for a conviction of illegal consumption of alcohol.

Your Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) is primarily determined by your body weight, how much alcohol you consume, and the time period over which you drink.

In Virginia, the driver is legally responsible for ensuring all passengers under the age of 18 are properly secured with a safety belt or child restraint device.

This sign indicates that the right lane is ending, requiring traffic in that lane to merge into the continuing lane on the left.

Virginia law prohibits passing at intersections, in zones marked with a solid line on your side, and when a school bus is stopped with flashing red lights on a non-divided road.

This sign requires you to slow down and give the right-of-way to traffic on the road you are entering or crossing.

In Virginia, vehicles entering a highway from an on-ramp must yield the right-of-way to traffic already traveling on that highway.

When two vehicles arrive at an intersection with stop signs at the same time, the driver on the left must yield the right-of-way to the driver on the right.

This sign warns that the road ahead makes a sharp turn to the right; slow down before the turn.

Virginia law requires drivers to use a turn signal to indicate their intention to turn, change lanes, or enter or exit a highway.

In Virginia, the driver of an authorized emergency vehicle may disregard certain traffic laws, such as speed limits and traffic signals, when responding to an emergency.

If you plan to drink alcohol, the only safe choice is to designate a sober driver or arrange for alternative transportation to avoid driving under the influence.

When parking on a public road in Virginia, you must park as close as practical to the right-hand edge or curb to avoid obstructing traffic.

Night driving is more hazardous primarily because darkness significantly reduces your visibility, depth perception, and ability to see colors and potential dangers.