Sample Virginia permit-test questions
Below are 4 sample questions from the Virginia question bank. The interactive practice test above randomizes from the same pool.
On a divided highway, _________indicates the left edge of traffic lanes going in the same direction as you are.
- A white line
- A black line
- A red line
- A yellow line
Correct answer: D
Explanation: On a divided highway, a solid white line indicates the right edge of traffic lanes going in the same direction. A solid yellow line indicates the left edge of the traffic lanes(i.e.,between the leftmost lane and the divider)
If you are found to be driving while your license is suspended or revoked for an alcohol-related offense, your vehicle will be immediately impounded for
- 7days
- 30 days
- 10 days
- 60 days
Correct answer: B
Explanation: If you are charged with driving while your license is suspended or revoked for an alcohol -related offense,your vehicle will be immediately impounded for 30 days. If you convicted of this charge,your vehicle will be impounded for up to 90 more days. in addition,six demerit points will be added to your driving record and you will be fined up to $2500,sentenced to jail for up to one year,or both.
Center lanes that are marked on each side by a solid yellow line and a broken yellow line are reserved for _________ and can be used by vehicles traveling in either direction.
- making right turns
- passing
- making left turns
- backing up
Correct answer: C
Explanation: A shared center turn lane (also known as a two-way-left-turn)is reserved for making left turns(and U-turns where permitted)and can be used by vehicles travelling in either direction. The lane is marked on each side by a solid yellow line and a broken yellow line. Never pass another vehicle in this lane. Use this lane with caution because vehicles travelling in the opposite direction may also be using it. In Virginia, you may not drive more than 150 feet in such a lane.
If an underage driver is convicted of a second traffic violation, his or her driving privileges will be suspended for
- 90 days
- 60 days
- 30 days
- 180 days
Correct answer: A
Explanation: If a driver under the age of 18 is convicted of a traffic violation or a violation of Virginia's safety belt or child restraint laws for the second time,his or her driving privileges will be suspended for 90 days.