Florida DMV practice test 8

1. What is the maximum allowable length for a standard drawbar or towing connection, unless towing specific long objects?

1. 10 feet
2. 15 feet
3. 20 feet
4. 25 feet

2. Under what condition may a 17-year-old licensed driver operate a vehicle between 1 am and 5 am?

1. Only if the driver has held their license for more than three months.
2. Only if driving to or from work or accompanied by a licensed driver age 21 or older.
3. Only if the vehicle is equipped with a disabled parking permit.
4. Only if the driver has no points on their driving record.

3. In an open intersection without traffic control signs, who must you yield to if you plan to make a left turn?

1. Any vehicle approaching from the opposite direction
2. Any vehicle approaching from your right
3. Pedestrians only
4. The first vehicle that arrived at the intersection

4. Which of the following is listed as a common distraction involving interacting with the vehicle's controls?

1. Adjusting radio or climate controls
2. Taking hands off the steering wheel
3. Thinking about anything other than driving
4. Avoiding sunglasses in dim conditions

5. What is the correct action regarding a crossing gate that is currently lowering or rising?

1. Drive around the gate if the train is far away
2. Drive under the gate if it is moving slowly
3. Stop and wait until the gate is fully up or down
4. Honk to signal the gate to open faster

6. Under what condition must a non-resident obtain a Florida driver license within 30 days?

1. If they are a migrant farm worker with a valid license from their home state.
2. If they accept employment or enroll their child in a Florida public school.
3. If they are a member of the Armed Forces stationed in Florida.
4. If they hold a valid International Driving Permit from their country of residence.

7. What is the recommended action if an animal is spotted on the road and there are no vehicles close behind you?

1. Swerve into the opposite lane
2. Stop immediately without braking
3. Brake hard without locking your wheels
4. Accelerate to pass the animal quickly

8. According to the handbook, how long does a submerged vehicle typically float on the surface before sinking?

1. 10–20 seconds
2. 30–60 seconds
3. 2–3 minutes
4. Until the engine stalls

9. What action must motorists take when an emergency vehicle with sirens or flashing lights approaches?

1. Pull over to the closest edge of the roadway immediately and stop
2. Slow down slightly but continue driving at the current speed
3. Stop immediately in the middle of the intersection
4. Speed up to clear the intersection before the vehicle arrives

10. What is the minimum vision requirement for each eye to meet Florida state requirements without needing a referral to an eye specialist?

1. 20/20
2. 20/40
3. 20/50
4. 20/70

11. Which of the following convictions requires a driver to complete a Basic Driver Improvement (BDI) course to retain their license?

1. Running a red light.
2. Exceeding the speed limit by more than 30 MPH.
3. Having a Blood Alcohol Level (BAL) of .02.
4. Receiving a ticket for a non-criminal moving violation in a Commercial Motor Vehicle.

12. Which of the following vehicle types is exempt from VIN verification when titled or registered in Florida?

1. Used sedans purchased from out-of-state.
2. Trailers and semi-trailers with a weight of less than 2,000 pounds.
3. Motorcycles previously registered in Georgia.
4. Commercial trucks over 10,000 pounds.

13. What must a bicyclist do before passing a pedestrian on a sidewalk?

1. Stop completely and wait for the pedestrian to move
2. Give an audible signal
3. Ride on the left side of the sidewalk
4. Yield right-of-way to the pedestrian without signaling

14. According to the handbook, what is the minimum following distance recommended during favorable weather and traffic conditions?

1. Two seconds
2. Three seconds
3. Four seconds
4. Five seconds

15. Under what condition is an applicant exempt from completing the Traffic Law and Substance Abuse Education Course (TLSAE)?

1. If they have held a learner's permit in another state for more than 6 months.
2. If they successfully pass a driver's education course at a certified DELAP school.
3. If they are over the age of 18 and have no moving violations.
4. If they provide proof of insurance and a medical card.

16. What is a requirement for non-residents who accept employment in Florida regarding vehicle registration?

1. They must obtain a Florida registration certificate and license plate within 10 days.
2. They are exempt from obtaining Florida registration if they have out-of-state plates.
3. They must wait 30 days after beginning employment to register their vehicle.
4. They only need to register their vehicle if they enroll children in school.

17. How many points accumulated within a 12-month period result in a 30-day license suspension for an adult driver?

1. 6 points
2. 12 points
3. 18 points
4. 24 points

18. Under what condition is passing on the right legally permitted?

1. When the vehicle ahead is driving slower than the speed limit.
2. When there are two or more traffic lanes moving in the same direction.
3. When the driver ahead fails to use their turn signal.
4. When approaching a hill or curve with limited visibility.

19. In an open intersection without traffic control signs, who has the right-of-way if two vehicles arrive at approximately the same time?

1. The vehicle on the left
2. The vehicle on the right
3. The larger vehicle
4. The vehicle turning left

20. How long must a driver under age 18 hold a learner's license before applying for a Class E driver license?

1. For 6 months
2. For 12 months or until the 18th birthday, whichever comes first
3. Until the age of 21
4. For 24 months