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Wisconsin permit practice: 20 free questions

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Written from Wisconsin Motorists’ Handbook (2026). Independently checked October 26, 2026.

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Question 1 of 20

A power failure has left an intersection’s traffic signal dark. How should you approach it?

ATreat the dark signal as a stop sign.BKeep going because the signal cannot require a stop.CYield only if you intend to turn left.DFollow the vehicle ahead without stopping.

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Correct answer: A. Treat the dark signal as a stop sign.

A signal that has lost power requires stop-sign procedure. Stop before proceeding safely.

Source: Wisconsin Motorists’ Handbook — Section 5: Signals, Pavement Markings and Lane Controls / A. Traffic Signals, PDF page 36. Checked October 26, 2026.

Question 2 of 20

What should you do at a flashing yellow traffic light?

AStop and wait for a green light.BAccelerate to clear the crossing quickly.CReduce speed, look for crossing vehicles and continue carefully.DStop only if you are turning right.

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Correct answer: C. Reduce speed, look for crossing vehicles and continue carefully.

A yellow flasher calls for caution and a traffic check. It does not require waiting for a green indication.

Source: Wisconsin Motorists’ Handbook — Section 5: Signals, Pavement Markings and Lane Controls / A. Traffic Signals / Yellow Lights, PDF page 37. Checked October 26, 2026.

Question 3 of 20

At a four-way stop, another driver stops before you do. Who should go first?

AYou, if your car is on the right.BThe driver who stopped first.CYou, if you are continuing straight.DThe driver with the wider vehicle.

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Correct answer: B. The driver who stopped first.

At a four-way stop, arrival order determines priority. The right-side rule applies when drivers arrive together.

Source: Wisconsin Motorists’ Handbook — Section 3: The Basics / A. Right-Of-Way, PDF page 13. Checked October 26, 2026.

Question 4 of 20

You reach an intersection with no signs or traffic lights. A car approaches from your right. To whom must you yield?

AOnly a vehicle that is turning left.BOnly vehicles approaching from the left.CNo one, if you are going straight.DThe car approaching from your right.

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Correct answer: D. The car approaching from your right.

At an uncontrolled intersection, yield to a vehicle on your right. Continuing straight does not remove that duty.

Source: Wisconsin Motorists’ Handbook — Section 3: The Basics / A. Right-Of-Way, PDF page 13. Checked October 26, 2026.

Question 5 of 20

While waiting to turn left across oncoming traffic, how should you position your front wheels?

AAngle them left so you can turn faster.BAngle them right toward the curb.CKeep them pointing straight ahead.DTurn them toward the nearest open lane.

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Correct answer: C. Keep them pointing straight ahead.

Straight wheels help keep a rear impact from pushing your car into opposing traffic. Wait to steer into the turn until the way is clear.

Source: Wisconsin Motorists’ Handbook — Section 3: The Basics / G. Turning / Left turn, PDF page 18. Checked October 26, 2026.

Question 6 of 20

You plan to move into the lane to your left. How should you check the blind spot?

ALook back over your left shoulder.BCheck only the inside mirror.CLook back over your right shoulder.DWatch the car directly ahead of you.

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Correct answer: A. Look back over your left shoulder.

Check the blind spot on the side you will move toward. Mirrors alone cannot show every part of that area.

Source: Wisconsin Motorists’ Handbook — Section 3: The Basics / H. Passing / Changing lanes, PDF page 21. Checked October 26, 2026.

Question 7 of 20

What is Wisconsin’s residential speed limit when no different limit is posted?

A15 miles per hour.B35 miles per hour.C45 miles per hour.D25 miles per hour.

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Correct answer: D. 25 miles per hour.

The default residential limit is 25 miles per hour. Poor visibility or road conditions can require a slower speed.

Source: Wisconsin Motorists’ Handbook — Section 3: The Basics / B. Understanding Vehicle Speed / Speed limits, PDF page 14. Checked October 26, 2026.

Question 8 of 20

Someone is following your car too closely. What change should you make to the gap ahead?

AShorten it so the other driver cannot pass.BIncrease it to leave more following space.CKeep it at exactly one second.DClose the gap whenever your brake lights come on.

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Correct answer: B. Increase it to leave more following space.

A tailgater is a reason to allow more space ahead. Increase your following interval instead of crowding the next vehicle.

Source: Wisconsin Motorists’ Handbook — Section 3: The Basics / F. Space Between Vehicles / Space in front, PDF page 17. Checked October 26, 2026.

Question 9 of 20

After parking an automatic-transmission car on level ground, what should you do besides selecting Park?

ALeave the transmission in Neutral.BKeep the engine running until you return.CApply the parking brake.DTurn the front wheels left every time.

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Correct answer: C. Apply the parking brake.

Use the parking brake as well as Park when leaving the car on a level surface.

Source: Wisconsin Motorists’ Handbook — Section 3: The Basics / J. Parking, PDF page 22. Checked October 26, 2026.

Question 10 of 20

You park facing uphill on a road without a curb. Which way should the front wheels point?

AFully to the right.BFully to the left.CStraight along the road.DEither way, provided the engine is off.

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Correct answer: A. Fully to the right.

For an uphill space without a curb, steer fully right before parking. Also apply the parking brake.

Source: Wisconsin Motorists’ Handbook — Section 3: The Basics / J. Parking / Hill parking, PDF page 23. Checked October 26, 2026.

Question 11 of 20

You are following a school bus that stops with red lights flashing. What minimum stopping gap must you leave?

A10 feet.B15 feet.C30 feet.D20 feet.

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Correct answer: D. 20 feet.

Stop at least 20 feet behind the bus while its red flashers operate. The opposite-side divided-road exception does not apply when you are following the bus.

Source: Wisconsin Motorists’ Handbook — Section 10: Sharing the Road / C. School Buses, PDF page 55. Checked October 26, 2026.

Question 12 of 20

When passing a bicyclist, what is the minimum clearance you should leave?

AOne foot.BThree feet.CTwo feet.DSix inches.

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Correct answer: B. Three feet.

Leave at least three feet beside the bicyclist. Wait until opposing traffic clears before passing.

Source: Wisconsin Motorists’ Handbook — Section 10: Sharing the Road / E. Bicycles, PDF page 56. Checked October 26, 2026.

Question 13 of 20

Your tires begin hydroplaning. What should you do with the accelerator?

APress it down to regain traction.BKeep increasing speed until the water ends.CEase up on it.DPress and release it rapidly.

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Correct answer: C. Ease up on it.

Reduce accelerator pressure gradually during hydroplaning. Hold your course and wait for traction before attempting to brake or turn.

Source: Wisconsin Motorists’ Handbook — Section 7: Driving Conditions / B. Severe Weather / Hydroplaning, PDF page 48. Checked October 26, 2026.

Question 14 of 20

The roadway is slippery with winter ice. How should you use cruise control?

ALeave it off.BSet it above your usual speed.CUse it only while braking.DUse it whenever you approach a bridge.

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Correct answer: A. Leave it off.

Avoid cruise control on a slippery roadway. Drive slowly and leave more room ahead in winter conditions.

Source: Wisconsin Motorists’ Handbook — Section 7: Driving Conditions / C. Winter, PDF page 49. Checked October 26, 2026.

Question 15 of 20

For a Wisconsin driver younger than 21, what alcohol concentration is allowed while driving?

A0.02%.B0.05%.C0.08%.D0.00%.

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Correct answer: D. 0.00%.

Drivers under 21 must have no alcohol in their system when driving. A small amount is not an allowed exception.

Source: Wisconsin Motorists’ Handbook — Section 9: Dangerous Driving Behaviors / A. Alcohol, Drugs and Driving, PDF page 53. Checked October 26, 2026.

Question 16 of 20

What is the only thing that can make a person sober after drinking?

AStrong coffee.BTime.CA cold shower.DA large meal.

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Correct answer: B. Time.

Sobering up takes time. Arrange a sober ride instead of relying on food, coffee or a shower.

Source: Wisconsin Motorists’ Handbook — Section 9: Dangerous Driving Behaviors / A. Alcohol, Drugs and Driving, PDF page 53. Checked October 26, 2026.

Question 17 of 20

You hold a Wisconsin instruction permit. While driving, when may you use a cell phone?

AWhenever the phone uses a hands-free connection.BWhenever a passenger dials for you.COnly to report an emergency.DWhenever traffic is moving slowly.

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Correct answer: C. Only to report an emergency.

Permit holders may use a phone while driving only for an emergency report. Ordinary hands-free calls do not qualify.

Source: Wisconsin Motorists’ Handbook — Section 9: Dangerous Driving Behaviors / B. Distracted Driving, PDF page 53. Checked October 26, 2026.

Question 18 of 20

You keep yawning and your car begins drifting out of its lane. What should you do?

AFind a safe place to stop and rest.BTurn up the radio and continue.CDrive faster to finish sooner.DFollow another car closely to stay focused.

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Correct answer: A. Find a safe place to stop and rest.

Repeated yawning and lane drift warn of drowsiness. Stop safely and rest before continuing.

Source: Wisconsin Motorists’ Handbook — Section 9: Dangerous Driving Behaviors / C. Drowsy Driving, PDF page 54. Checked October 26, 2026.

Question 19 of 20

A 16-year-old is preparing to move from an instruction permit to a probationary license. What is the minimum permit-holding period?

AThree months.BOne month.CTwelve months.DSix months.

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Correct answer: D. Six months.

An applicant under 18 must keep the instruction permit for at least six months. Reaching age 16 does not remove that waiting period.

Source: Wisconsin Motorists’ Handbook — Section 2: Progression of Licenses / C. Probationary License / If under 18 years old, PDF page 10. Checked October 26, 2026.

Question 20 of 20

What is the minimum number of demerit points accumulated within 12 months that leads to suspension or revocation of Wisconsin driving privileges?

ASix points.B12 points.CEight points.D20 points.

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Correct answer: B. 12 points.

Accumulating 12 or more demerit points in a 12-month span causes loss of driving privileges.

Source: Wisconsin Motorists’ Handbook — Section 11: Your Driving Privilege / A. Point System, PDF page 57. Checked October 26, 2026.

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