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For a driver age 21 or older operating a noncommercial vehicle in Virginia, what is the lowest BAC covered by the general alcohol per se threshold?
Answer: 0.08 percent or higher
Handbook, p. 24Which BAC range can result in an illegal-consumption conviction for a Virginia driver under age 21?
Answer: At least .02 but less than .08
Handbook, p. 24Unless a sign says otherwise, what is the maximum speed for passenger vehicles and motorcycles in Virginia school, business, and residential areas?
Answer: 25 MPH
Handbook, p. 15What is the default speed limit for an unpaved road when no Virginia speed-limit sign states otherwise?
Answer: 35 MPH
Handbook, p. 15If no sign gives a different limit, what default speed applies to all other Virginia roads for passenger vehicles and motorcycles?
Answer: 55 MPH
Handbook, p. 15At least how far above the posted speed limit may support a Virginia reckless-driving charge based on speed?
Answer: 20 MPH
Handbook, p. 14Regardless of the posted limit, what speed can expose a Virginia driver to a reckless-driving charge?
Answer: Over 85 MPH
Handbook, p. 14When can speed-related reckless driving be considered a felony in Virginia?
Answer: When the violation results in death and the operator’s license was suspended or revoked
Handbook, p. 14What does a Virginia sign reading “Speed Photo Enforced” indicate?
Answer: Automated photo enforcement may be used for speeding in a school zone
Handbook, p. 15A traffic signal is not working. How should Virginia drivers handle the intersection?
Answer: Everyone stops, and the driver on the left yields to the driver on the right
Handbook, p. 16When entering an interstate from an entrance ramp in Virginia, which traffic has priority?
Answer: Traffic already on the highway
Handbook, p. 16When entering a Virginia roundabout, to whom must the entering driver yield?
Answer: Pedestrians and traffic already in the circle
Handbook, p. 16What must a Virginia driver do before entering a roadway from a private driveway?
Answer: Stop and yield to all traffic and pedestrians
Handbook, p. 16Where must Virginia drivers yield to pedestrians or bicyclists under this crosswalk rule?
Answer: At a clearly marked crosswalk or an unmarked intersection
Handbook, p. 16What is prohibited when a funeral procession is traveling through Virginia?
Answer: Cutting through, joining, or interfering with the procession
Handbook, p. 16What headlights should a Virginia driver use in heavy fog?
Answer: Low beam headlights
Handbook, p. 23What minimum following distance does the Virginia manual give for an emergency vehicle with flashing lights?
Answer: 500 feet
Handbook, p. 16On a highway with at least four lanes, how should a driver pass a stationary trash collection vehicle when it is safe to change lanes?
Answer: Change to a lane that is not next to the vehicle
Handbook, p. 16What action is required when passing a stationary vehicle with hazard flashers, a caution sign, or properly lit flares?
Answer: Make a lane change and proceed with caution
Handbook, p. 16Where does Virginia's manual say to place your hands on the steering wheel?
Answer: At the 8 o'clock and 4 o'clock positions, holding with fingers and thumbs
Handbook, p. 14How many traffic-sign questions must an applicant answer correctly before moving to part two of Virginia’s knowledge exam?
Answer: All ten
Handbook, p. 3After failing Virginia’s knowledge exam, how long must an applicant under age 18 wait before retaking it?
Answer: A full 15 days
Handbook, p. 3What must happen before a Virginia applicant can take the knowledge exam a fourth time after three failures?
Answer: The applicant must complete and pass the classroom component of driver education
Handbook, p. 3When may a driver in Virginia turn left on a red light?
Answer: From a one-way street onto another one-way street, after stopping and yielding
Handbook, p. 5In Virginia business districts, cities, and towns, where are U-turns allowed?
Answer: Only at intersections
Handbook, p. 18How close may a driver park to fire trucks or equipment stopped while answering an alarm?
Answer: No closer than 500 feet
Handbook, p. 16For a first offense involving refusal or a BAC of .08 percent or higher, how long is Virginia’s administrative suspension?
Answer: Seven days
Handbook, p. 30What does Virginia’s implied-consent law mean when a person operates a motor vehicle on public roads?
Answer: The driver agrees to take a breath test upon request
Handbook, p. 30What vision does Virginia require for an unrestricted driver's license?
Answer: 20/40 or better in one or both eyes, with 110 degrees or better horizontal vision
Handbook, p. 4When may a Virginia driver travel below the posted speed limit?
Answer: When doing so does not impede the normal movement of traffic
Handbook, p. 14Visibility is poor and the road is covered with rain, snow or ice. How should you change your normal following distance?
Answer: Double it
Handbook, p. 23What must a Virginia driver carry whenever operating a vehicle?
Answer: A valid driver's license or learner's permit
Handbook, p. 31On a Virginia learner's permit, your licensed supervisor is neither your legal guardian nor a sibling, including a half sibling or step sibling. What must be true about that driver?
Answer: The driver is at least 21, licensed, alert, and able to assist
Handbook, p. 31A Virginia permit holder aged 19 or older wants a driver's license. Which path is described in the manual?
Answer: Hold the permit 60 days or present a driver education completion certificate
Handbook, p. 31What vision standard allows a Virginia license restricted to daylight driving only?
Answer: 20/70 or better in one or both eyes, with 70 degrees or better horizontal vision
Handbook, p. 4How does Virginia deliver a newly issued driver's license according to the manual?
Answer: By mail, rather than issuing it at a customer service center
Handbook, p. 33How often must a Virginia vehicle pass a safety inspection?
Answer: Annually, with a valid inspection sticker displayed
Handbook, p. 33When approaching a stationary emergency vehicle or tow truck with flashing lights on a highway, what should a Virginia driver do if changing lanes is reasonably safe?
Answer: Change to a lane not next to it and proceed cautiously
Handbook, p. 16Where do the Virginia requirements for yielding to vehicles with flashing lights not apply?
Answer: Highway work zones
Handbook, p. 16What can result from violating Virginia's requirements for passing a stationary emergency vehicle or tow truck with flashing lights?
Answer: Court suspension of the driver's license and demerit points
Handbook, p. 16What extra fine applies in Virginia for driving 81 to 85 mph in a 65 mph zone?
Answer: An additional $100 fine
Handbook, p. 14What is the fine for using a handheld communications device in a Virginia highway work zone?
Answer: $250
Handbook, p. 10How far may a Virginia driver travel in a two-way center left turn lane?
Answer: No more than 150 feet
Handbook, p. 12For a second Virginia DUI offense, how long is the administrative license suspension?
Answer: 60 days or until trial, whichever comes first
Handbook, p. 30Which location is included in Virginia's definition of a vehicle's passenger area for open-container enforcement?
Answer: An unlocked glove compartment within the driver's reach
Handbook, p. 30When a Virginia DUI conviction involves a passenger age 17 or younger, what additional mandatory jail term is listed?
Answer: Five days
Handbook, p. 30How often may the Virginia knowledge exam be taken?
Answer: Only once per business day
Handbook, p. 3A Virginia driver without an E-ZPass transponder approaches a toll plaza. What should they do?
Answer: Look for and follow the signs for cash only lanes, slowing down as they approach
Handbook, p. 13What does the eight-sided sign require before you enter the intersection?
Answer: Come to a complete stop at the sign, line, crosswalk, or curb
Handbook, p. 6At a triangular sign, how should you approach the intersection?
Answer: Slow down, prepare to stop, and let traffic, pedestrians, or bicyclists pass
Handbook, p. 6
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