Heard the Florida Permit Test Is Hard?

When the state revamped the DMV written test in response to alarmingly high vehicle-related death rates among teens in 2015, as many as 80% of those who took the test in some Florida counties failed, with an overall state failure rate of 41%.

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What’s the Florida ‘Move Over Law’?

ASmaller vehicles must move over for larger vehicles

You must vacate the lane closest to any stationary emergency vehicle

CIt’s a law stating all possible fines and charges if you’re convicted of a traffic violation

The ‘Move Over Law’ states that drivers must vacate the lane closest to a stationary utility vehicle, sanitation vehicle, tow truck or emergency vehicle. If unable to move over - slow down to a speed 20 mph below the posted speed limit.

You are driving behind a fire truck responding to an alarm. What’s the minimum following distance in such a case?

500 feet

B750 feet

C1000 feet

In Florida, you must keep a distance of at least 500 feet to a fire truck responding to an alarm.

When driving behind another vehicle at night, you must dim your lights to low beam if within:

A100 feet of the vehicle

300 feet of the vehicle

C500 feet of the vehicle

In Florida, you must dim your headlights to low beam within 300 feet of any vehicle ahead of you and within 500 feet of any oncoming vehicle.

In Florida, you may turn against a red arrow after coming to a complete stop and:

ATurning right

BTurning left from a one-way street onto another one-way street

Both of the above

A red arrow indicates you must not turn in the direction of the arrow unless it’s safe to turn and (1) turning right or (2) turning left from a one-way street onto a one way street. Look for signs that prohibit the turn. In all other cases you must wait for the green arrow before proceeding.

Which statement is true? A load extending more than ____ to any side must be clearly marked.

A2 feet

3 feet

C4 feet

Loads that extend more than 4 feet must be clearly marked. During the day, you must mark the limits of the load using red flags at least 18 inches square. At night or in low visibility, mark the load using red lamps and mark the width of the load using two red reflectors.

What is the speed limit in business or residential areas unless otherwise posted?

20 mph

B30 mph

C40 mph

In Florida, the standard speed limit is 30 mph in business, residential and municipal areas unless otherwise posted.

It’s against the law to drive too slowly. What is the minimum speed you may drive on a highway with a posted speed limit of 70 mph?

A40 mph

50 mph

C60 mph

DThere is no minimum speed limit on highways in Florida

The minimum speed you may drive is 50 mph on a 70 mph highway unless otherwise posted or driving in bad weather. This speed limit restriction is used to keep slow vehicles off the highway and keep traffic moving at a fast pace. In bad weather, you should slow down. Remember to drive at a safe speed for the conditions at all times.

Which statement is true regarding two-way roads with a Center Turn lane?

Drivers from both directions are allowed to use the Center Turn lane to turn left

BCenter Turn lanes are reserved for heavy vehicle as they need more space when turning

CCenter Turn lanes are reserved for emergency vehicles with their siren turned on

Center Turn lanes are used to help all road users make a safe left turn on two-way streets. Drivers from either direction may use the turn lane.

Who in the vehicle has to wear a seatbelt under Florida Law?

AThe driver

BAll front seat passengers

CAll passengers under 18 years old

All of the above

The driver, front seat passengers, and all passengers under 18 years old (regardless of seating position) must wear a seatbelt in Florida. Seatbelts prevent persons from being thrown out of the vehicle in case of an accident. They will drastically reduce the risk of serious injury in a crash.

How often must you renew your license plates and registrations?

Each year or every 2nd year

BEvery 5th year

CNever - unless specifically told to do so by an officer

DNone of the above

In Florida, you must renew your license plate and registrations annually or every 2nd year. Registrations for most vehicles expire on the birthday of the listed first owner, and may be renewed within 90 days of the expiration date.

An officer asks you to take a breath test. What will happen if you refuse to take the test?

AYour driver license will be suspended for 1 month

Your driver license will be suspended for 12 months

CYour driver license will be suspended for 18 months, and your vehicle will be impounded

None of the above

Refusal to take a breath, blood or urine test will result in license suspension for 12 months.

In which order should the cars proceed?

AB, A, C

BC, B, A

B, C, A

DA, B, C

Vehicles on the through road have the right-of-way, so Car A must yield to both Car B and C. Car C is turning left and must yield to oncoming traffic (Car B). Therefore the correct order is B, C, A.

You're driving behind a driver who's acting inexperienced. How should you treat the driver?

Have patience and increase the following distance

BOvertake the driver as soon as possible

Be extra patient when driving close to inexperienced drivers. Learning to drive is a process of practice and experience - allow them more room and keep a safe following distance.

Which car has the right-of-way?

Car B

BCar A

Even though car A is facing a green light, vehicles already within the intersection have the ‘right-of-way’ (e.g. traffic still in the intersection after the lights change). This means that car B has the ‘right-of-way’ in this situation.

Driving much slower than other traffic:

Can be just as dangerous as speeding

BIs much safer than driving at the same speed

While driving much slower than other traffic doesn’t sound dangerous, it can in fact be just as dangerous as speeding. You may cause other vehicles to have to suddenly swerve to avoid your vehicle, cause a rear-end collision, or block traffic.

Does slowing down before a curve reduce the chance of skidding?

Yes

BNo

Braking in a curve may cause your vehicle to skid. This can be avoided by slowing down beforehand.

The probability of a serious accident ____ if you drink and drive.

Increases

BIsn’t affected

CDecreases

Drunk driving is one of the main causes of road fatalities. Alcohol affects your driving abilities (such as your reaction time and judgment) and will make you overconfident. Intoxicated drivers will almost certainly collide at a higher speed than sober drivers.

What does this sign mean?

ARoadworks ahead

Railroad crossing ahead

CReserved area ahead

DLarge river ahead

This sign means that there is a railroad crossing ahead. Slow down and watch out for trains when approaching the crossing.

What’s the distance to Hollywood Blvd?

A1 ¼ miles

B10 ½ miles

C10 ¼ miles

1 ½ miles

The exit to Hollywood Blvd is in 1 ½ miles.

Which statement is true?

You may not exceed 10 mph when the lights are flashing

BYou are never allowed to exceed 10 mph - even if the lights aren’t flashing

CThe recommended speed limit is 10 mph when the lights are flashing

The speed limit applies when flashing. However, at all times, look out for children and be prepared to stop when driving near schools. Children can be in the vicinity even after school times.

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