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Question 1 of 25Sharing the road

Why should you stay well back from a snowplow?

1. AA. It always drives faster than cars
2. BB. It throws snow and may stop suddenly
3. CC. It has no lights or signals
4. DD. It must yield to all other cars

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Question 2 of 25Signals and pavement markings

A crossing signal shows a number counting down. What does the number show?

1. AA. The seconds until the light turns green for cars
2. BB. The number of people waiting to cross
3. CC. The seconds left to finish crossing
4. DD. The speed limit near the crossing

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Question 3 of 25Right of way

A cyclist on your right and you arrive at an all-way stop together. What should you do?

1. AA. Go first, since bikes must always yield
2. BB. Let the cyclist go first
3. CC. Go first if you are going straight
4. DD. Go first, since your vehicle is larger

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Question 4 of 25Signals and pavement markings (Wyoming)

At a Wyoming rail crossing with gates and flashing lights, when must you stop?

1. AA. Once the gate is all the way down
2. BB. Only when you can see the train
3. CC. Only if a flag person is there
4. DD. When the lights begin to flash

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Question 5 of 25Speed and following distance

What does it mean to "overdrive" your headlights?

1. AA. Driving with your high beams on all night
2. BB. Going too fast to stop within your lights' reach
3. CC. Driving with one headlight burned out
4. DD. Using your headlights during the day

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Question 6 of 25Parking and stopping

How should you back out of an angled parking space?

1. AA. Quickly, before other cars come
2. BB. Using only your side mirrors
3. CC. Slowly, looking all around you
4. DD. With your horn held down

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Question 7 of 25Speed and following distance

You are going too fast as you enter a curve. What is the best thing to do?

1. AA. Brake hard in the middle of the curve
2. BB. Speed up so you get through it faster
3. CC. Turn the wheel sharply toward the inside
4. DD. Ease off the gas and steer smoothly through it

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Question 8 of 25Right of way (Wyoming)

You are already inside a Wyoming roundabout when an ambulance with its siren on comes up. What should you do?

1. AA. Stop at once inside the circle
2. BB. Go to your exit, leave, then pull over
3. CC. Drive one more lap around the circle
4. DD. Pull onto the center island

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Question 9 of 25Right of way (Wyoming)

On a four-lane Wyoming highway with no median, a school bus stops with red lights flashing. Who must stop?

1. AA. Only traffic behind the bus
2. BB. Only traffic in the lane next to the bus
3. CC. Traffic going in both directions
4. DD. Only traffic coming toward the bus

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Question 10 of 25Turning, passing and lanes

You miss your exit on the highway. What should you do?

1. AA. Back up on the shoulder
2. BB. Stop and wait for a gap
3. CC. Go on to the next exit
4. DD. Make a U-turn across the median

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Question 11 of 25Road signs

This sign is posted at a crossroad. Which move may you not make?

1. AA. A left turn
2. BB. A right turn
3. CC. Going straight across
4. DD. A stop at the line

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Question 12 of 25Safe driving and hazards

You feel very sleepy while driving. What should you do?

1. AA. Open the window and keep going
2. BB. Stop in a safe place and rest
3. CC. Turn up the radio
4. DD. Drive faster to get home sooner

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Question 13 of 25Speed and following distance

When is the best time to slow down for a curve?

1. AA. In the middle of the curve
2. BB. Before you enter the curve
3. CC. As you leave the curve
4. DD. Only if you start to skid

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Question 14 of 25Turning, passing and lanes (Wyoming)

The car ahead on a Wyoming road is turning left. May you pass it on the right by driving onto the dirt shoulder?

1. AA. No, leaving the pavement is illegal
2. BB. Yes, if you signal before you leave it
3. CC. Yes, if you keep your speed low
4. DD. Yes, but only in daylight hours

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Question 15 of 25Road signs

What should you do when you see this sign?

1. AA. Stop right next to this sign
2. BB. Slow down and get ready to stop
3. CC. Speed up before the light changes
4. DD. Move over to the left lane

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Question 16 of 25Road signs

What does this sign tell you about the road ahead?

1. AA. A side road joins from the left
2. BB. It ends, and you must turn left or right
3. CC. Two lanes merge into one lane ahead
4. DD. It splits into two branches, left and right

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Question 17 of 25Sharing the road

Why should you be careful when a motorcycle's turn signal is on?

1. AA. It may not turn off on its own
2. BB. It means the rider is in trouble
3. CC. It always means the rider will stop
4. DD. It means you may pass on the right

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Question 18 of 25Road signs

Signs that are taller than they are wide, in white with black letters, usually:

1. AA. Warn of a hazard ahead
2. BB. Show the way to places
3. CC. Give a rule you must obey
4. DD. Point out parks and sights

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Question 19 of 25Sharing the road

When may a cyclist ride in the middle of a traffic lane?

1. AA. Never; cyclists must stay at the edge
2. BB. Only on highways and freeways
3. CC. When the lane is too narrow to share safely
4. DD. Only at night with lights on

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Question 20 of 25Road signs

What should you expect after you pass this sign?

1. AA. Cars may enter from a road on the right
2. BB. Your road ends and you must turn right
3. CC. The right lane is closed ahead
4. DD. The road bends sharply to the right

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Question 21 of 25Speed and following distance (Wyoming)

The Wyoming manual says to approach a "blind" intersection, where trees or buildings block your view, at no more than what speed?

1. AA. 5 mph
2. BB. 15 mph
3. CC. 35 mph
4. DD. 40 mph

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Question 22 of 25Alcohol, drugs and penalties

What is the only thing that sobers up a person who has been drinking?

1. AA. Black coffee
2. BB. A cold shower
3. CC. Time
4. DD. Fresh air

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Question 23 of 25Road signs

Green signs on a highway show:

1. AA. Rules that you must obey
2. BB. Hazards such as sharp curves
3. CC. Work zones, detours and lane closures
4. DD. Directions, exits and distances

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Question 24 of 25Alcohol, drugs and penalties

In general, about how fast does the body clear alcohol?

1. AA. About three standard drinks per hour
2. BB. All of it within ten minutes
3. CC. About one standard drink per hour
4. DD. Faster if you exercise or sweat

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Question 25 of 25Licensing and insurance (Wyoming)

Unless an exception applies, during which hours may a Wyoming intermediate license holder not drive?

1. AA. 9 p.m. to 5 a.m.
2. BB. 11 p.m. to 5 a.m.
3. CC. 10 p.m. to 6 a.m.
4. DD. Midnight to 6 a.m.

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Practice test 1 of 10 for the Written test (learner's permit) (the Wyoming Department of Transportation): 25 questions, 20 to pass — the commonly reported format; the Wyoming Department of Transportation does not publish the count or a pass mark. Our practice tests are untimed.

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