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Washington DMV Permit Full Practice Exam (40 Questions)

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Where these questions come from

Each question is built from the official Washington driver manual. The real test asks the same topics with different wording.

Passing score on the real Washington permit test: 80% (32 of 40 correct here).

Sample Washington permit-test questions

Below are 4 sample questions from the Washington question bank. The interactive practice test above randomizes from the same pool.

How far ahead should you signal your intention to turn?

  1. 100 feet
  2. 200 feet
  3. 50 feet
  4. 150 feet

Correct answer: A

Explanation: In Washington, you must signal at least 100 feet before turning to alert other drivers.

In Washington State, on a highway with three or more lanes going in one direction, faster vehicles should use

  1. the left lane.
  2. a middle lane.
  3. an acceleration lane.
  4. the right lane.

Correct answer: B

Explanation: Where there are three or more lanes going in one direction, the middle lanes usually offer the smoothest flow of traffic. Washington State law reserves the left lane for passing. Slower vehicles and those turning right should use the right lane.

Unbalanced tires or low tire pressures can cause

  1. increased fuel economy.
  2. decreased stopping distance.
  3. faster tire wear.
  4. all of the above.

Correct answer: A

Explanation: Worn or bald tires can increase your stopping distance and make turning more difficult when the road is wet. Unbalanced tires or low tire pressures can cause faster tire wear and reduced fuel economy and make the vehicle harder to steer and stop.

Which of these pavement markings separates two lanes traveling in the same direction?

  1. B
  2. A
  3. C
  4. None of the above

Correct answer: D

Explanation: A white line separates two lanes traveling in the same direction. If it's a broken line, you may cross it to pass or change lanes. If it's a solid line, you should usually stay in your lane.