20 questions from the Nevada driver handbook. Pick an answer to see the rule behind it.
1. Under what condition is it permissible for anyone under age 18 to ride in the bed of a pickup truck on a paved highway?
Answer: If the vehicle is being used while farming or ranching. The handbook lists farming or ranching use as a specific exception to the rule prohibiting passengers under 18 in truck beds.
Nevada driver handbook, page 66: “The exception to this is if you are being driven in a parade authorized by a local authority or if the vehicle is being used while farming or ranching.”
2. What does a yellow X signal with the word CAUTION indicate to drivers?
Answer: Drivers can use the lane but should exercise caution due to potential slow traffic or debris. The handbook states that a yellow X with CAUTION allows lane usage but warns of slow traffic or debris, requiring caution.
Nevada driver handbook, page 37: “A yellow X with CAUTION means drivers can use the lane under the yellow X. There could be slow traffic or potential debris in the lane so drivers should exercise caution.”
3. What is the minimum distance you must maintain from a fire hydrant when parallel parking is permitted?
Answer: 15 feet. The handbook specifies that parking is prohibited within 15 feet of a fire hydrant in areas where parallel parking is allowed.
Nevada driver handbook, page 50: “Within 15 feet of a fire hydrant in a place where parallel parking is permitted”
4. What additional fine is imposed if a driver pleads guilty or is found guilty of DUI and a chemical test was conducted?
Answer: $60. The handbook states that an additional $60 fine is imposed specifically to cover chemical analysis costs.
Nevada driver handbook, page 81: “If you plead guilty or are found guilty of DUI (alcohol or drugs) and a chemical test was conducted, the court will impose an additional $60 fine to cover the costs of the chemical analysis.”
5. According to the handbook, what is the correct procedure when approaching a ramp meter that is displaying a red light?
Answer: Pull up to the stop line and stop at a red light. The handbook instructs drivers to stop at the stop line when the ramp meter light is red.
Nevada driver handbook, page 36: “Pull up to the stop line and stop at a red light;”
6. How long is the license suspension for a licensed driver under the age of 18 found by juvenile court to have been driving under the influence?
Answer: 185 days. The handbook specifies a fixed suspension period of 185 days for drivers under 18.
Nevada driver handbook, page 81: “A licensed driver under the age of 18 found by juvenile court to have been driving under the influence of alcohol or a controlled substance will have his or her license suspended for 185 days.”
7. How should a driver behave when encountering a solid white line separating lanes moving in the same direction?
Answer: Do not change lanes or pass. The handbook instructs drivers not to change lanes or pass when separated by solid white lines.
Nevada driver handbook, page 32: “When solid white lines separate lanes of traffic moving in the same direction, do not change lanes or pass.”
8. Under the Nevada demerit point system, what is the maximum number of points a driver can remove by completing a traffic safety course?
Answer: Three points. The handbook states that completing an approved traffic safety course removes a maximum of three demerit points from the driver's record.
Nevada driver handbook, page 77: “Attending traffic safety school removes a maximum of three demerit points.”
9. According to the handbook, what is the primary rule when encountering flooded roadways?
Answer: Turn around and avoid flooded roadways. The handbook states that turning around to avoid flooded roadways is the only sure safety rule.
Nevada driver handbook, page 60: “The only sure safety rule is to turn around and avoid flooded roadways in the first place.”
10. When an emergency vehicle approaches with sirens and flashing lights, what action must a driver take?
Answer: Drive to the right side of the road, clear of intersections, and stop. Drivers are required to pull to the right, avoid blocking intersections, and stop until the emergency vehicle passes.
Nevada driver handbook, page 34: “You must immediately drive to the right side of the road, clear of any intersection, and stop until the emergency vehicle has passed.”
11. What is the correct hand signal for making a right turn if your vehicle's turn signals are out of order?
Answer: Extend left arm with elbow bent upward at about a 90-degree angle. The handbook defines the specific arm position for a right turn as extending the left arm with the elbow bent upward.
Nevada driver handbook, page 45: “Right turn — Extend left arm with elbow bent upward at about a 90-degree angle”
12. During which dates are studded snow tires permitted for use?
Answer: October 1 through April 30. The handbook specifies a strict seasonal window for studded tires, distinct from retractable studs which have different rules.
Nevada driver handbook, page 57: “Studded snow tires may only be used from October 1 through April 30.”
13. When are drivers permitted to cross the lines to enter or exit a carpool lane?
Answer: Where there is a broken white line. The handbook specifies that crossing into or out of the carpool lane is allowed only where there is a broken white line, not a double solid white line.
Nevada driver handbook, page 39: “You can enter or exit the carpool lane where there is a broken white line.”
14. What is the minimum blood alcohol concentration level that triggers a 185-day license revocation for drivers under 18?
Answer: 0.02%. The handbook specifies that a BAC of at least 0.02% results in a 185-day revocation for young drivers.
Nevada driver handbook, page 13: “Revoked for 185 days if a blood, breath or urine test indicates at least 0.02% but less than 0.08% by weight of alcohol in your blood.”
15. When passing another vehicle on a two-lane road in a business area, how far ahead must you activate your left signal light?
Answer: 100 feet ahead. The handbook specifies a 100-foot signal distance for business areas, distinguishing it from the 300-foot requirement for other areas.
Nevada driver handbook, page 47: “When passing on a two-lane road, turn your left signal light on 100 feet ahead in business or residential areas or 300 feet ahead in other areas.”
16. Which lane should a driver use in a roundabout to make a left turn?
Answer: The left lane. The instructions specify using the left lane for left turns, U-turns, or going straight.
Nevada driver handbook, page 44: “Use the left lane to turn left, complete a U-turn, or to go straight.”
17. When making a left turn on a two-way road, which lane should you use before completing the turn?
Answer: The lane just to the right of the center line. The instructions for left turns on two-way roads specify using the lane adjacent to the center line, not the right-hand lanes.
Nevada driver handbook, page 45: “On a two-way road, use the lane just to the right of the center line and complete the turn into the traffic lane closest to you going in your intended direction.”
18. What action should a driver take when overtaking a vehicle that is slowing down or stopped?
Answer: Slow down enough to determine why the other vehicle has slowed or stopped. Drivers are required to slow down and assess the reason for the stop before attempting to pass.
Nevada driver handbook, page 66: “It is illegal for motorists to overtake any vehicle that is slowing down or stopped until the motorist slows down enough to determine why the other vehicle has slowed or stopped.”
19. When driving with a Class C Instruction Permit, what are the requirements for the accompanying licensed driver?
Answer: Must be 21 years of age or older with at least one year of licensed driving experience. The handbook specifies that the supervising driver must be at least 21 years old, have one year of experience, and sit beside the learner.
Nevada driver handbook, page 15: “Is 21 years of age or older; Has at least one year of licensed driving experience; and Is seated beside you.”
20. What is the minimum jail sentence or residential confinement period for a second DUI offense within 7 years?
Answer: 10 days. The handbook states the range for jail sentence or residential confinement starts at 10 days.
Nevada driver handbook, page 80: “Jail sentence or residential confinement of 10 days to 6 months”