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West Virginia permit practice: 20 free questions

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Written from West Virginia Driver’s Licensing Handbook (Revised 07/2026). Independently checked October 27, 2026.

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Question 1 of 20

You are fighting to stay awake at the wheel. What is the appropriate response?

AStop somewhere safe to rest or let a rested person drive.BDrive faster so you get home sooner.CKeep going while turning up the radio.

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Correct answer: A. Stop somewhere safe to rest or let a rested person drive.

Sleepiness slows decisions and reactions. Get out of traffic safely and rest or change drivers.

Source: West Virginia Driver’s Licensing Handbook — Drowsy driving — Prevention, PDF page 33. Checked October 27, 2026.

Question 2 of 20

Before moving away from the curb, what should you do in addition to checking mirrors?

AWatch only the road ahead.BTurn your head to check traffic behind and beside you.CWait for a following driver to honk.

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Correct answer: B. Turn your head to check traffic behind and beside you.

A direct look helps reveal traffic that a mirror check alone may miss.

Source: West Virginia Driver’s Licensing Handbook — Defensive driving — Laziness, PDF page 71. Checked October 27, 2026.

Question 3 of 20

The road appears empty when you plan a right turn on red. What stopping action is required?

AOnly slow enough to check the crossing.BStop only if another vehicle is visible.CMake a full stop before considering the turn.

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Correct answer: C. Make a full stop before considering the turn.

An empty road does not cancel the stop requirement. Check and yield before making any permitted turn.

Source: West Virginia Driver’s Licensing Handbook — Defensive driving — Impatience, PDF page 71. Checked October 27, 2026.

Question 4 of 20

A passenger starts a conversation that draws your attention away from the road. What should you prioritize?

AWatching and responding to the driving situation.BKeeping the passenger entertained.CContinuing the conversation while driving by habit.

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Correct answer: A. Watching and responding to the driving situation.

A distracting conversation can prevent you from seeing a hazard. Keep your attention on driving.

Source: West Virginia Driver’s Licensing Handbook — Defensive driving — Concentration, PDF page 72. Checked October 27, 2026.

Question 5 of 20

What does it mean to overdrive your headlights?

AUsing high beams while parked.BTraveling too fast to stop within the area you can see.CLeaving headlights on during daylight.

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Correct answer: B. Traveling too fast to stop within the area you can see.

At night, speed must allow a stop within the illuminated roadway ahead.

Source: West Virginia Driver’s Licensing Handbook — Defensive driving — Light conditions, PDF page 72. Checked October 27, 2026.

Question 6 of 20

An oncoming vehicle’s headlights make seeing difficult. What should you do?

AStare at its lights until they pass.BMove toward the center line for a better view.CSlow down and use the right edge ahead as a visual reference.

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Correct answer: C. Slow down and use the right edge ahead as a visual reference.

Avoid looking into the glare. Stay toward your lane’s right side and keep watching the roadway ahead.

Source: West Virginia Driver’s Licensing Handbook — Defensive driving — Oncoming glare, PDF page 72. Checked October 27, 2026.

Question 7 of 20

What lighting is required during adverse conditions?

ATurn on your headlights.BUse parking lights alone.CKeep lights off to avoid reflections.

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Correct answer: A. Turn on your headlights.

Headlights are required in poor conditions. Also leave enough space and adjust speed for a safe stop.

Source: West Virginia Driver’s Licensing Handbook — Interstates — Adverse conditions, PDF page 69. Checked October 27, 2026.

Question 8 of 20

Where should you begin slowing for an interstate exit?

AIn the through lane before reaching the exit.BAfter entering the deceleration lane.COnly after reaching the ramp’s first curve.

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Correct answer: B. After entering the deceleration lane.

Move into the exit’s deceleration lane before braking for the ramp. This helps traffic behind maintain its flow.

Source: West Virginia Driver’s Licensing Handbook — Interstates — Exit lanes, PDF page 69. Checked October 27, 2026.

Question 9 of 20

You want to stop to read a map on an interstate trip. Where should you do it?

AOn the shoulder beside moving traffic.BIn the triangular area beside an exit.CAt a rest area or after leaving the interstate.

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Correct answer: C. At a rest area or after leaving the interstate.

Routine stops belong off the interstate. Its shoulders are reserved for disabled vehicles.

Source: West Virginia Driver’s Licensing Handbook — Interstates — Stopping, PDF page 69. Checked October 27, 2026.

Question 10 of 20

You need to reverse direction on an interstate. What should you do?

AUse the next exit to turn around.BMake a U-turn through a median crossover.CBack along the shoulder to your missed exit.

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Correct answer: A. Use the next exit to turn around.

Median crossovers are reserved for emergency use. Continue to an exit before changing direction.

Source: West Virginia Driver’s Licensing Handbook — Interstates — U-turns, PDF page 70. Checked October 27, 2026.

Question 11 of 20

A work-zone flagger directs you to stop. What must you do?

AContinue if the lane looks clear.BFollow the flagger’s instruction.CWait only if a permanent signal also shows red.

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Correct answer: B. Follow the flagger’s instruction.

Flaggers control movement through work areas. Their directions must be obeyed along with the temporary controls.

Source: West Virginia Driver’s Licensing Handbook — Interstates — Construction zones, PDF page 70. Checked October 27, 2026.

Question 12 of 20

Advance signs show that your lane is closed ahead. What does the handbook advise?

AStay in the closed lane until the last possible moment.BStop in your lane and wait for a gap.CMove to the open lane as soon as it is safe.

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Correct answer: C. Move to the open lane as soon as it is safe.

Respond to closure signs in advance. Avoid a hurried lane change at the end of the lane.

Source: West Virginia Driver’s Licensing Handbook — Interstates — Lane closures, PDF page 70. Checked October 27, 2026.

Question 13 of 20

You approach a rider on horseback. How should you use your horn?

AAvoid sounding it near the horse.BSound it continuously until the rider moves off the road.CGive several loud blasts while passing.

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Correct answer: A. Avoid sounding it near the horse.

A horn can frighten a horse and endanger its rider. Approach carefully without startling the animal.

Source: West Virginia Driver’s Licensing Handbook — Sharing the road with animal riders, PDF page 63. Checked October 27, 2026.

Question 14 of 20

You cannot pass a cyclist with enough room while opposing traffic approaches. What should you do?

ASqueeze between the cyclist and opposing traffic.BWait behind the bicycle until the traffic clears.CHonk and require the cyclist to stop.

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Correct answer: B. Wait behind the bicycle until the traffic clears.

Wait until there is room for a safe pass. A close pass can seriously injure a cyclist.

Source: West Virginia Driver’s Licensing Handbook — Sharing the road with bicycles, PDF page 63. Checked October 27, 2026.

Question 15 of 20

What should you do with your headlights when meeting an oncoming cyclist at night?

AKeep high beams on to make the bicycle easier to see.BSwitch off both headlights.CUse low beams.

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Correct answer: C. Use low beams.

Dim your headlights for an approaching cyclist so the glare does not impair the rider’s vision.

Source: West Virginia Driver’s Licensing Handbook — Sharing the road with bicycles, PDF page 63. Checked October 27, 2026.

Question 16 of 20

A large truck begins turning right. May you pass between its right side and the curb?

ANo; do not pass a truck on that side during its turn.BYes, if the truck has moved left to make room.CYes, if your car fits through the gap.

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Correct answer: A. No; do not pass a truck on that side during its turn.

A turning truck needs extra space. Its turning path can close a gap on the right.

Source: West Virginia Driver’s Licensing Handbook — Truck safety — Don’ts, PDF page 63. Checked October 27, 2026.

Question 17 of 20

After merging ahead of a truck, what action should you avoid?

ALeaving a generous gap.BBraking abruptly in front of it.CMaintaining a predictable speed.

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Correct answer: B. Braking abruptly in front of it.

A truck needs room to stop. Sudden braking directly in front of it can cause a collision.

Source: West Virginia Driver’s Licensing Handbook — Truck safety — Don’ts, PDF page 63. Checked October 27, 2026.

Question 18 of 20

What must a vehicle display to use a designated mobility-impaired parking area?

AA handwritten note explaining the stop.BHazard lights during the stop.CA valid mobility-impaired placard or license plate.

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Correct answer: C. A valid mobility-impaired placard or license plate.

These spaces require the proper parking credential. A note or hazard lights does not authorize their use.

Source: West Virginia Driver’s Licensing Handbook — Parking for the mobility impaired, PDF page 65. Checked October 27, 2026.

Question 19 of 20

With normal road and weather conditions and no lower posted speed, what is the interstate minimum described in the handbook?

A55 mph.B40 mph.C45 mph.

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Correct answer: A. 55 mph.

The stated minimum is 55 mph unless conditions are poor or a lower speed is posted. The maximum limit still applies.

Source: West Virginia Driver’s Licensing Handbook — Interstates — Speeds, PDF page 69. Checked October 27, 2026.

Question 20 of 20

Your car breaks down on an interstate. After moving as far off the road as possible, what should you do?

AStay in the traffic lane to wave for help.BUse the hazard flashers and get everyone well away from traffic.CTurn off every light so passing drivers are not distracted.

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Correct answer: B. Use the hazard flashers and get everyone well away from traffic.

Make the stopped vehicle visible and move its occupants away from the roadway.

Source: West Virginia Driver’s Licensing Handbook — Interstates — Disabled vehicle, PDF page 70. Checked October 27, 2026.

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