Washington Permit Test: Turning Practice Questions

Correct answer: The lane closest to where you came from

Washington law requires you to turn into the lane closest to the direction you are coming from. You can change lanes after completing the turn.

Source: Chapter 4: Roads – 4.14 Turning

Correct answer: Stay in your original lane as you turn

If there is more than one turn lane, stay in your original lane through the turn so you don't veer into another lane. Change lanes afterward if needed.

Source: Chapter 4: Roads – 4.14 Turning

Correct answer: At least 100 feet

Signal at least 100 feet before you turn or change direction, even if you don't see anyone around.

Source: Chapter 4: Roads – 4.14 Turning

Correct answer: Unless a sign prohibits them, with clear visibility

U-turns are generally allowed in Washington unless a sign prohibits them, but you must have clear visibility in all directions.

Source: Chapter 4: Roads – 4.14 Turning

Correct answer: On a curve or near the crest of a hill

Because you need clear visibility in all directions, do not make a U-turn on a curve or when approaching the crest of a hill.

Source: Chapter 4: Roads – 4.14 Turning

Correct answer: Follow through with the turn

Turn lanes are marked with signs and pavement arrows. Once you are in a turn lane, you must follow through with the turn.

Source: Chapter 4: Roads – 4.16 Road Markings

Correct answer: 300 feet

Shared center lanes are for left turns (or permitted U-turns) in either direction and must not be used for passing; you shouldn't travel farther than 300 feet in one.

Source: Chapter 4: Roads – 4.16 Road Markings

Correct answer: Drivers from both directions may use it

Shared center lanes serve left-turning vehicles from either direction. Watch for oncoming cars that also have the right to use the lane, and never use it for passing.

Source: Chapter 4: Roads – 4.16 Road Markings

Correct answer: A bicyclist may be closing in faster than you think

Check behind you for bicyclists and yield to them before turning; they may be moving toward you faster than you realize.

Source: Chapter 4: Roads – 4.14 Turning

Correct answer: Let them clear the intersection before turning

Let the bicyclist clear the intersection before turning. If you are going to turn right, don't pass a bicyclist just before the turn.

Source: Chapter 4: Roads – 4.6 Sharing With Bicyclists

Correct answer: Wait until the turn is complete

Large vehicles may need more than one lane to turn. Passing a turning large vehicle is a frequent cause of collisions; wait until the turn is complete.

Source: Chapter 4: Roads – 4.4 Sharing With Large Vehicles

Correct answer: Count seconds as cars pass a roadside marker

Watch oncoming vehicles pass a marker such as a tree and count the seconds until they clear the road you want to turn onto; use that to judge the next gap. It is better to allow too much time than too little.

Source: Chapter 5: Risks – 5.4 Time

Correct answer: Pick it from the lane choice sign and keep it

Pick a lane as you approach using the lane choice sign for right, straight and left movements. Once you pick a lane, stay in it until you exit.

Source: Chapter 4: Roads – 4.15 Other Intersections

Correct answer: Counterclockwise

In a roundabout, vehicles enter to the right and travel counterclockwise around the center island.

Source: Chapter 4: Roads – 4.15 Other Intersections

Correct answer: 15 to 25 mph

Slow down when approaching a roundabout; they are designed for speeds between 15 and 25 mph.

Source: Chapter 4: Roads – 4.15 Other Intersections