Wisconsin Permit Test: Safe Driving Practice Questions

Correct answer: Every 6 to 8 seconds

Check your rearview mirror every 6 to 8 seconds to see whether someone is following too closely.

Source: Section 3: The Basics – F. Space Between Vehicles

Correct answer: Slowly reduce your speed so they go around

If someone tailgates, slowly reduce your speed; this should encourage them to pass.

Source: Section 3: The Basics – F. Space Between Vehicles

Correct answer: When following a motorcycle or a large truck

Add space when following trucks, buses, motorcycles or bicycles, on slippery roads, with a heavy load, and near railroad crossings.

Source: Section 3: The Basics – F. Space Between Vehicles

Correct answer: Move ahead of it or drop back when it is safe

Avoid riding next to other vehicles; move ahead or drop back to keep space all around you.

Source: Section 3: The Basics – F. Space Between Vehicles

Correct answer: Over your left shoulder to check the blind spot

Check over the shoulder in the direction you are moving; these blind spots cannot be seen in your mirrors alone.

Source: Section 3: The Basics – H. Passing

Correct answer: One lane at a time, signaling first

Signal before changing lanes and move one lane at a time.

Source: Section 3: The Basics – H. Passing

Correct answer: Staying in gear keeps full control of the vehicle

Do not coast in neutral; staying in gear gives you full control of your vehicle.

Source: Section 3: The Basics – D. Stopping

Correct answer: A smoother, safer stop with less risk of being rear-ended

Stopping suddenly can cause loss of control or a rear-end crash; slowing early makes a gradual, safer stop.

Source: Section 3: The Basics – D. Stopping

Correct answer: 500 feet

Headlights are required when you cannot see a person or vehicle 500 feet (about a block) away.

Source: Section 3: The Basics – K. Communication

Correct answer: From a half hour after sunset to a half hour before sunrise

Headlights must be on from a half hour past sunset to a half hour before sunrise.

Source: Section 3: The Basics – K. Communication

Correct answer: Toward the right side of the road

Avoid the glare by looking toward the right side of the road.

Source: Section 3: The Basics – K. Communication

Correct answer: About twice as far

High beams let you see twice as far as low beams; switch to low beams when a vehicle approaches.

Source: Section 3: The Basics – K. Communication

Correct answer: When no vehicles are coming toward you

Use high beams when no vehicles are approaching, for example in unfamiliar places or construction areas.

Source: Section 3: The Basics – K. Communication

Correct answer: Only when the vehicle is parked and idling

Parking lights are only for when you are parked and idling, never in place of headlights.

Source: Section 3: The Basics – K. Communication

Correct answer: About three seconds, or about 100 feet

Start signaling about three seconds (about 100 feet) before turning at an intersection.

Source: Section 3: The Basics – K. Communication