Washington DMV Permit Practice Test 2026

Correct answer: Turn right when there is room to enter traffic

In Washington, after a complete stop at a red light you may turn right unless a NO TURN ON RED sign is posted, as long as you have room to enter traffic safely.

Source: Chapter 4: Roads – 4.11 Traffic Light Signals

Correct answer: School, pedestrian and bicycle activity

Fluorescent yellow-green signs warn of school, pedestrian and bicycle activity. Orange is for construction, blue for services and brown for recreation.

Source: Chapter 4: Roads – 4.12 Signs

Correct answer: The vehicle on the right

At an all-way stop, the first to arrive goes first. If two arrive at about the same time, yield to the vehicle on the right.

Source: Chapter 4: Roads – 4.13 Common Intersections

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: The right lane, except to pass

Keep right except to pass. When there are multiple lanes in the same direction, drive in the right lane and use the left lane to pass slower traffic.

Source: Chapter 4: Roads – 4.10 Traffic Laws

Correct answer: 20 mph

The school zone speed limit is 20 mph, because higher speeds increase the risk of fatal crashes. Signs may clarify when it applies.

Source: Chapter 4: Roads – 4.17 Zones

Correct answer: No closer than 15 feet

Do not park within 15 feet of a fire hydrant.

Source: Chapter 4: Roads – 4.18 Parking

Correct answer: 0.08% or higher

For drivers 21 and older, a BAC of 0.08% or higher is considered DUI and can lead to legal consequences.

Source: Chapter 1: Licenses – 1.15 Maintaining Your License – Driving Under the Influence (DUI)

Correct answer: You may not hold an electronic device while driving

You cannot hold any electronic device, such as a phone, tablet or gaming device, while driving. This applies to all drivers regardless of age; hands-free use is permitted.

Source: Chapter 3: Drivers – 3.4 Avoiding Distracted Driving

Correct answer: Pull to the right side of the road and stop

Emergency vehicles using lights or sirens always have the right-of-way. Immediately pull to the right side of the road and stop until it passes.

Source: Chapter 4: Roads – 4.9 Sharing With Emergency Vehicles

Correct answer: Stop and stay stopped

All drivers traveling in the same direction as the bus must stop when red lights flash and the stop sign is extended. Never pass a school bus with flashing lights.

Source: Chapter 4: Roads – 4.2 Sharing With School Buses

Correct answer: 30 days

New residents who are licensed in another state have 30 days to obtain a Washington driver license.

Source: Chapter 1: Licenses – 1.5 New Residents

Correct answer: $25,000

Washington requires liability insurance of at least $25,000 for injury or death of one person, $50,000 for two or more people, and $10,000 for property damage.

Source: Chapter 2: Vehicles – 2.3 Insurance Required

Correct answer: 6 months

Teens must have their instruction permit for at least 6 months, be at least 16, complete approved driver training and pass both exams.

Source: Chapter 1: Licenses – 1.8 Getting a Personal Driver License

Correct answer: Onto a one-way street, unless a sign prohibits it

Washington allows a left turn on red onto a one-way street after a complete stop, unless a NO TURN ON RED sign is posted.

Source: Chapter 4: Roads – 4.11 Traffic Light Signals

Correct answer: Blue

Blue signs give motorist services guidance, such as hospitals, electric vehicle charging stations and rest areas.

Source: Chapter 4: Roads – 4.12 Signs

Correct answer: The driver turning left

At an intersection controlled by stop signs, any vehicle turning left must yield to vehicles going straight or turning right.

Source: Chapter 4: Roads – 4.13 Common Intersections

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: No, the limit still applies

Follow speed limit laws even when using the left lane to pass.

Source: Chapter 4: Roads – 4.10 Traffic Laws

Correct answer: Slow to at least 10 mph below the limit

When you see a roadside response vehicle with flashing lights, either move over into a farther lane or slow to at least 10 mph below the posted limit.

Source: Chapter 4: Roads – 4.17 Zones