Utah Permit Practice Test

A "Wrong Way" sign means:

Explanation. Wrong Way signs are usually paired with Do Not Enter signs on freeway exit ramps. Pull over safely, turn around, and re-enter going the correct direction.

It is illegal to drive while impaired by:

Explanation. You can be cited for DUI for any substance that impairs your driving, including legal prescriptions and over-the-counter medications.

A downward-pointing equilateral triangle with a red border means:

Explanation. A downward-pointing triangle is used only for the YIELD sign. Slow down and let cross-traffic and pedestrians clear before proceeding.

After receiving your Utah learner's permit, you must hold it for at least:

Explanation. Utah requires you to hold your learner's permit for at least 6 months before becoming eligible for the road test.

What is the safest action if you become drowsy while driving?

Explanation. Drowsy driving is comparable to drunk driving. Pull over at a rest area or safe spot and sleep for 20–30 minutes minimum.

For drivers under 21, the BAC limit in every state is:

Explanation. All 50 states have zero-tolerance laws for drivers under 21. The limit is 0.02% or less — practically any detectable alcohol.

What is the capital city of Utah?

Explanation. Salt Lake City is the capital of Utah. The state's main DMV administrative offices are typically located there.

"Move Over" laws require you to:

Explanation. Move Over laws apply when you pass any stopped emergency vehicle, tow truck, or roadside-assistance vehicle with flashing lights.

A yellow painted curb means:

Explanation. Yellow curbs are commercial loading zones. Passenger vehicles may load passengers only — not freight.

Pedestrians at an intersection without marked crosswalks:

Explanation. Pedestrians have the right of way at every intersection — marked or unmarked — unless a sign or signal directs otherwise.

When sharing the road with motorcycles, you should:

Explanation. Motorcycles can stop more quickly than cars. Increase your following distance to at least four seconds when behind one.

When merging onto a freeway from an entrance ramp, you should:

Explanation. Use the entire ramp to accelerate to freeway speed, then merge into a gap. Stopping on the ramp is dangerous and illegal in most states.

You may not park within ___ feet of a fire hydrant.

Explanation. 15 feet is the universal distance from a fire hydrant in nearly every US jurisdiction.

A school bus on an undivided road is stopped with red lights flashing and stop arm extended. You should:

Explanation. On an undivided road, traffic in both directions must stop for a school bus loading or unloading children with red lights flashing.

If your vehicle's right wheels drift off the pavement, you should:

Explanation. Sharp steering at speed causes rollover. Slow down gradually, then ease back onto the pavement when the speed differential is small.

The "two-second rule" or "three-second rule" measures:

Explanation. Both rules measure following distance — the time gap between you and the vehicle ahead. Three seconds is the modern recommendation.

When entering a roundabout, you must:

Explanation. All US roundabouts move counter-clockwise. Yield to vehicles already in the circle before entering.

A red painted curb means:

Explanation. Red curbs prohibit stopping, standing, and parking — used at fire hydrants, fire lanes, and bus stops.

A solid white line on the right edge of the road marks:

Explanation. Solid white edge lines mark the right boundary of the traveled lane. Crossing them generally means you have left the lane.

Which of the following will sober you up after drinking alcohol?

Explanation. Only time sobers you up. Your liver processes about one standard drink per hour. Coffee, showers, and exercise do nothing to lower BAC.