NV Permit Practice Test 7

All 20 questions in test 7

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1. 1. What does a Nevada crossbuck sign mark?

   1. The actual location of railroad tracks
   2. A school crossing several blocks ahead
   3. A temporary construction detour
   4. A no-passing zone on a hill
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   The actual location of railroad tracks. The crossbuck is the X-shaped railroad sign placed at the actual train crossing. It tells drivers where the tracks are located and that trains have priority, so the approach requires a careful look in both directions. A circle warns of a railroad crossing ahead, but the crossbuck identifies the crossing itself. The school, construction, and hill choices refer to unrelated sign purposes. As the X comes into view, slow, check for trains, and never assume an empty track is safe without looking.

2. 2. How long does a DUI conviction stay on a Nevada driving record?

   1. Three years
   2. Seven years
   3. One year
   4. Permanently removed after traffic school
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   Seven years. Most violations are reportable to your insurance company for three years, but DUI convictions stay on your Nevada record for seven years. Three years is the general figure for other violations, one year is too short, and traffic school only removes demerit points, not the conviction itself. The seven year window also matters because Nevada counts second and later DUI offenses within 7 years.

3. 3. What is the minimum fine in Nevada for parking in a disabled parking space without a placard or plate?

   1. $25
   2. $100
   3. $1,000
   4. $250
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   $250. It is illegal for anyone other than a person with a valid disabled placard or plate, or someone transporting that person, to park in a space marked with the international symbol of access. The minimum fine is $250. The $25 and $100 figures are too low, and $1,000 is not the minimum listed. The disabled person must be driving or being transported for the placard to count.

4. 4. Which statement about a Nevada moped operator is true?

   1. The operator may ignore lane position because mopeds have a 30 mph maximum speed
   2. The operator must always use the left lane on a multi-lane road
   3. The operator must remain in the extreme right-hand lane unless a listed exception applies
   4. The operator may use the shoulder whenever traffic is moving faster
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   The operator must remain in the extreme right-hand lane unless a listed exception applies. Nevada requires moped operators to remain in the extreme right-hand lane, subject to exceptions such as a single-lane road, preparing for a left turn, an unsafe right lane, or a police officer's direction. The speed capability of a moped does not erase its lane duty. A blanket left-lane rule is the opposite of the handbook instruction, and the shoulder is not automatically available as a refuge from faster traffic. Watch the lane position early, signal before a permitted move, and make a left turn within the stated distance when that exception applies.

5. 5. What is the purpose of a Nevada roundabout?

   1. To control vehicle right-of-way through an intersection
   2. To replace every roadway speed limit
   3. To create a place for vehicles to park
   4. To allow traffic to travel in opposing directions through one circle
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   To control vehicle right-of-way through an intersection. A roundabout is a circular intersection area designed to control vehicle right-of-way without traffic signals. Traffic entering must yield to vehicles already circulating, then join the circle only after finding a safe gap. The parking choice mistakes the central area for a stopping place, while opposing-direction travel would conflict with the circle's established counterclockwise flow. Slow on approach, identify the lane for the intended exit, and use the right turn signal when leaving. The central island and continuous circulation are the cues that distinguish this intersection design from a conventional signalized junction.

6. 6. What do double yellow lines mean when the lines on your side are solid?

   1. Passing is required
   2. You cannot pass
   3. Only motorcycles may cross
   4. Traffic travels in the same direction on both sides
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   You cannot pass. Double yellow lines with solid lines on your side mark a no-passing condition. They separate opposing traffic, so crossing them to overtake would expose you to vehicles approaching from the other direction. The marking does not require passing, grant a special exception to motorcycles, or show that both sides move together. Keep your vehicle on your side of the center marking and wait for a lawful passing opportunity signaled by the roadway pattern.

7. 7. When may a Nevada driver make a U-turn in a school zone?

   1. When an exception applies, such as no children being present or the zone not being in effect
   2. Whenever the driver signals for at least 100 feet
   3. Only when another driver waves the vehicle through
   4. At any time because school zones regulate speed only
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   When an exception applies, such as no children being present or the zone not being in effect. Nevada prohibits U-turns in a school zone unless a listed exception applies. Examples include no children being present, no school session that day, the period outside the stated school-day window, or signs and lights showing the zone is not in effect. The signal distance does not legalize a prohibited maneuver. Before turning around, identify the school-zone controls and confirm that the exception is actually present. If the status is uncertain, continue to a lawful location instead of relying on another driver's gesture.

8. 8. When passing a stopped emergency vehicle, what speed instruction applies even if you cannot change lanes?

   
   1. Stop in the adjacent lane until the emergency vehicle departs
   2. Keep the posted limit if the emergency vehicle is on the shoulder
   3. Drive at least 10 mph above the limit to minimize exposure
   4. Slow to a speed below the posted limit and proceed with caution
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   Slow to a speed below the posted limit and proceed with caution. Nevada requires a driver passing a stopped emergency, utility, or service vehicle to slow below the posted speed limit and proceed cautiously. A lane change is preferred when safe, but the speed reduction remains important when traffic or weather makes that maneuver unsafe. Keeping the limit overlooks the special hazard, and accelerating increases the risk to people outside the vehicle. Stopping in the adjacent lane can block traffic and create a collision point. Begin slowing well before the vehicle, cover the brake, and watch for a person entering the roadway.

9. 9. Two vehicles reach an unsigned and unsignalized Nevada intersection at about the same time. Which vehicle should usually go first?

   1. The vehicle with the larger engine
   2. The vehicle on the left
   3. The vehicle on the right
   4. The vehicle closest to the center line
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   The vehicle on the right. At an intersection without signs or signals, Nevada's usual rule gives priority to the vehicle on the right. That does not authorize a driver to enter blindly, because the handbook also emphasizes caution and crash avoidance. The left-side choice would apply the rule backward. A good cue is to slow, scan all approaches, and identify which vehicle is on your right before proceeding. If another driver does not yield as expected, yielding yourself is safer than insisting on priority.

10. 10. If your brakes fail and pumping the pedal does not restore braking, what should you try next?

    1. Turn off the ignition and release the steering wheel
    2. Place the vehicle in park immediately while moving downhill
    3. Use the emergency parking brake and shift to a lower gear if possible
    4. Accelerate to reach a repair shop before stopping
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    Use the emergency parking brake and shift to a lower gear if possible. When normal braking does not respond, the handbook advises using the emergency parking brake and shifting to a lower gear when possible. Lower gearing can help control speed, especially on a long descent. Selecting park while the vehicle is moving can damage the drivetrain and does not provide a dependable emergency response. Turning off the ignition or accelerating removes control. Keep the vehicle pointed safely, warn others with flashers when possible, and seek a place to stop without creating a secondary collision.

11. 11. How should a Nevada driver use headlights when approaching a motorcycle at night?

    1. Switch to high beams to make the motorcycle more visible
    2. Dim the headlights
    3. Turn off all lights until the motorcycle passes
    4. Use parking lights only
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    Dim the headlights. Nevada advises drivers to dim headlights when approaching a motorcycle. A motorcycle rider uses balance to steer, so the glare from high beams can be especially dangerous and can interfere with control. Switching to high beams increases that hazard rather than improving safety. Turning lights off or using parking lights leaves the roadway harder to see and is not a substitute for proper low beams. Notice a motorcycle early, lower the beam before the encounter, and preserve extra following space if rain or a slippery surface also reduces stability.

12. 12. How should you respond when this slippery-road warning appears?

    
    1. Follow more closely so other vehicles cannot splash your windshield
    2. Brake hard while entering the slick area to test the pavement
    3. Reduce speed and increase following space because traction may be reduced
    4. Use the shoulder to avoid all vehicles traveling on the roadway
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    Reduce speed and increase following space because traction may be reduced. A slippery-road warning calls for a larger safety margin. Slow down smoothly, leave extra space, and avoid abrupt steering or braking that can overwhelm available traction. Hard braking as a test can start a skid, and following closely removes the time needed to react. The shoulder is not a general travel lane and may contain hazards. A practical cue is to assume stopping distance will grow whenever rain, snow, ice, or wet pavement makes the road less predictable.

13. 13. How long does a new Nevada resident have to apply for a Nevada driver license?

    1. 10 days
    2. 90 days
    3. One year
    4. 30 days
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    30 days. Drivers moving to Nevada from another state must apply for a Nevada license within 30 days after becoming a resident. Ten days is too short, and 90 days or one year are longer than the law allows. You also need a Nevada license if you live or work in Nevada, with exceptions for border state employees and military members stationed there. Vehicle registration has its own 30 day deadline. To get a Nevada license you must be at least 16 and prove your full legal name, age, and Nevada residency.

14. 14. What does an inverted triangle road sign mean in Nevada?

    1. Stop at every approach
    2. Yield the right-of-way
    3. Railroad crossing ahead
    4. No passing in this lane
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    Yield the right-of-way. The inverted triangle is the standard shape for a yield sign. It tells the driver to slow, check the intersection, and give way to pedestrians and traffic that has priority. A stop sign is an eight-sided octagon, a railroad warning uses a circle or crossbuck, and a no-passing warning uses a pennant shape. Yielding does not always require a full stop, but stopping is necessary if traffic or pedestrians make it unsafe to continue. Shape recognition should prompt an immediate search for conflicting movement.

15. 15. What is the lowest BAC threshold for Nevada's under-21 alcohol driving rule?

    1. .10%
    2. .04%
    3. .08%
    4. .02%
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    .02%. For a driver under 21, Nevada identifies an alcohol concentration of .02% as the threshold for the administrative action described in the handbook. The .08% figure is the general guide for adult drivers, while .04% is the commercial-driver range shown in the separate discussion. Choosing .10% sets the threshold higher than the handbook's young-driver rule. Because this is an administrative consequence, it can affect the driving privilege even apart from what a court later decides. Age and the exact concentration are the key details to separate.

16. 16. How far ahead does the Nevada handbook's search rule say to look?

    1. 2 seconds
    2. 30 seconds
    3. At least 12 seconds ahead of where your vehicle will be
    4. One block
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    At least 12 seconds ahead of where your vehicle will be. Defensive driving starts with searching at least 12 seconds ahead to where your vehicle will be; pick a fixed object and count one thousand one, one thousand two until you reach it. The 12 second rule lets you watch traffic patterns and react to changes early, while the two second minimum following distance handles the car directly ahead. Scanning far ahead reveals brake lights, merges and hazards in time to act.

17. 17. What does Nevada say happens after an applicant fails the DMV motorcycle skills test two or more times?

    1. The applicant must wait 30 days before another attempt
    2. Future motorcycle instruction permits are permanently denied
    3. Only the motorcycle written test must be repeated
    4. The applicant receives an automatic unrestricted license
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    Future motorcycle instruction permits are permanently denied. Nevada states that failing the DMV motorcycle skills test two or more times results in permanent denial of future motorcycle instruction permits. A 30-day waiting period is not the listed result, and the rule is not limited to repeating the written test. An automatic unrestricted license would reverse the consequence entirely. The phrase two or more times is the trigger, so one unsuccessful attempt should not be treated as the same event. Applicants should identify the test type and count the failures before applying this rule.

18. 18. How often may a Nevada driver attend traffic school to remove demerit points?

    1. Once every five years
    2. Once in a 12-month period
    3. Twice a year
    4. As often as needed
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    Once in a 12-month period. You may attend traffic school only once in a 12 month period to remove points, and each completion removes at most three demerit points. Twice a year or as often as needed would let drivers erase points faster than the law allows, and once every five years is not the Nevada limit. Points come off when the school reports completion. The conviction record remains in your driving history.

19. 19. On a dark Nevada road, how far before an oncoming vehicle should high beams be changed to low beams?

    1. 500 feet
    2. 300 feet
    3. 100 feet
    4. 1,000 feet
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    500 feet. Nevada's handbook directs drivers to change from high beams to low beams at least 500 feet before an oncoming vehicle. The separate 300 foot figure applies to a vehicle being followed, not to approaching traffic. Using 100 feet delays the change and can leave the other driver facing glare, while 1,000 feet adds a distance not stated for this situation. Use the oncoming headlights as the cue to begin the 500 foot buffer, and remember that low beams protect visibility for both drivers even when the road itself is empty.

20. 20. What do Nevada regulatory signs communicate?

    
    1. Traffic laws and regulations
    2. Only scenic information
    3. Warnings about every railroad crossing
    4. The location of private driveways
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    Traffic laws and regulations. Nevada says regulatory signs inform drivers of traffic laws and regulations, and drivers must obey them. Scenic information and route guidance belong to other sign purposes, while railroad warnings identify a specific hazard rather than the general regulatory category. A private driveway is not what defines a regulatory sign. Use the sign's wording, symbol, shape, and color together, then follow the instruction even if the roadway appears empty. The key cue is the word regulatory: it signals a rule that controls driver behavior.