20 questions from the Nevada driver handbook. Pick an answer to see the rule behind it.
1. How far from the curb should your vehicle be centered when you have finished parallel parking?
Answer: About 18 inches. The final step of the parallel parking process described in the handbook indicates the vehicle should be positioned about 18 inches from the curb.
Nevada driver handbook, page 49: “You should be about 18 inches from the curb”
2. At an intersection with no traffic signs or signals, which vehicle generally has the right-of-way?
Answer: The vehicle on your right. The handbook states that in the absence of signs or signals, the vehicle to the right proceeds first.
Nevada driver handbook, page 34: “At an intersection where there are no traffic signs or signals, the vehicle on your right should usually go first.”
3. When is the reduced speed limit in effect in Nevada school zones?
Answer: From a half hour before school begins to a half hour after school ends. The specific time window for reduced speed limits in school zones is defined as starting half an hour before school starts and ending half an hour after school finishes.
Nevada driver handbook, page 33: “These speed limits are in effect on school days from a half hour before school begins to a half hour after school ends, unless otherwise posted.”
4. According to the handbook, what is the correct procedure for using four-wheel ABS during an emergency braking situation?
Answer: Press the brake pedal hard, hold it down firmly, and steer. The handbook instructs drivers to apply steady pressure and steer, distinguishing this from pumping brakes used with conventional systems.
Nevada driver handbook, page 40: “In simple terms, all drivers must do is brake and steer: push the brake pedal down hard, hold it down firmly and steer in the direction you want the car to go.”
5. What should a driver do if their windshield wipers fail during heavy rain or snow?
Answer: Slow down, lower the window, and put your head outside to see. The handbook provides a specific procedure for maintaining visibility when wipers fail, involving slowing down and physically checking visibility through the window.
Nevada driver handbook, page 58: “If the wipers fail in heavy rain or snow, slow down, lower the window and put your head outside so you can see.”
6. Why should the volume on a vehicle's stereo system be adjusted before driving?
Answer: To ensure the driver can hear normal traffic sounds. The handbook instructs drivers to lower stereo volume specifically to ensure they can hear normal traffic sounds.
Nevada driver handbook, page 27: “Adjust the volume on your stereo system. Can you hear normal traffic sounds? If not, reduce the volume so they can be heard.”
7. According to the handbook, when should a driver yield to pedestrians who are still crossing the street?
Answer: When a traffic signal turns green. The handbook states that drivers must yield to pedestrians still crossing when the signal turns green.
Nevada driver handbook, page 66: “When a traffic signal turns green, drivers must yield to persons who are still crossing the street.”
8. If a driver accumulates 12 or more demerit points within a 12-month period, what happens to their license?
Answer: The license is suspended. According to the handbook, reaching the threshold of 12 points in a year results in the suspension of the driver's license.
Nevada driver handbook, page 77: “If you receive 12 or more points in any 12-month period, your license will be suspended.”
9. What is the primary function of Rear Cross-Traffic Alert systems?
Answer: To alert the driver if vehicles are about to enter the vehicle’s backing path. The handbook defines Rear Cross-Traffic Alert as a system that notifies drivers of approaching vehicles when backing up.
Nevada driver handbook, page 53: “These systems alert the driver if one or more vehicles are about to enter the vehicle’s backing path.”
10. Under what condition will the Lane Keeping Assist feature fail to function?
Answer: When lane lines are faint or covered with snow or dirt. The handbook states that the Lane Keeping Assist system does not operate if lane markings are faint or obscured by snow or dirt.
Nevada driver handbook, page 54: “This feature will not work when lane lines are faint or covered with snow or dirt.”
11. When parking uphill with a curb, how should you position your front tires?
Answer: Turn them away from the curb. The handbook states that when headed uphill with a curb present, the front tires must be turned away from the curb.
Nevada driver handbook, page 49: “When headed uphill and there is a curb, turn your front tires away from the curb.”
12. According to the handbook, what is the recommended braking technique for a vehicle equipped with an anti-lock braking system (ABS) when stopping on snow or ice?
Answer: Apply firm, continuous pressure on the brake pedal. The handbook distinguishes ABS braking from general gentle braking, stating that ABS requires firm, continuous pressure to function correctly.
Nevada driver handbook, page 57: “However, if your vehicle has an anti-lock braking system (ABS), a firm, continuous pressure on the brake pedal is needed to activate the anti-lock feature.”
13. What is the correct procedure when facing a steady yellow traffic light?
Answer: Stop if you have not yet entered the intersection. The handbook instructs drivers to stop if they have not yet entered the intersection when seeing a steady yellow light.
Nevada driver handbook, page 30: “If a driver has not entered the intersection, they must stop.”
14. When approaching a four-way stop intersection, which vehicle has the right-of-way?
Answer: The vehicle that reaches the intersection first. The handbook specifies that drivers must allow vehicles that arrived at the intersection before them to proceed first.
Nevada driver handbook, page 29: “Allow vehicles that reach the intersection before you to go first.”
15. How far ahead should a driver look when driving at freeway speeds?
Answer: At least 20 to 30 seconds. The handbook distinguishes between general driving (12 seconds) and freeway speeds, requiring a look-ahead time of 20 to 30 seconds for the latter.
Nevada driver handbook, page 42: “When you are driving at freeway speeds you need to look ahead at least 20 to 30 seconds.”
16. According to the handbook, what is the minimum safe distance a motorist must maintain when passing a bicycle if no adjacent lane exists?
Answer: At least three feet. The handbook states that the minimum safe passing distance for a bicycle when no adjacent lane exists is three feet.
Nevada driver handbook, page 48: “If an adjacent lane does not exist, pass to the left of the bicycle at a safe distance, which must be at least three feet.”
17. When a 'Don't Walk' symbol is illuminated and flashing but is NOT accompanied by a countdown timer, what is the rule for pedestrians?
Answer: Pedestrians may not proceed across the roadway. The handbook specifies that without a countdown timer, a flashing 'Don't Walk' signal means pedestrians should not start crossing.
Nevada driver handbook, page 31: “DON’T WALK: While the Don’t Walk or wait indication or an upraised hand symbol is illuminated and flashing but is not accompanied by a countdown timer, a pedestrian may not proceed across the roadway.”
18. What is the maximum duration for a license suspension for a first offense of habitual truancy?
Answer: 6 months. The handbook states that a first offense of habitual truancy results in a suspension of not more than 6 months.
Nevada driver handbook, page 13: “Suspended for at least 30 days but not more than 6 months or have issuance delayed for 30 days for a first offense of habitual truancy.”
19. What is the recommended method for checking tire tread wear using the 'penny test'?
Answer: Place a penny in the groove so that any part of Lincoln's head is covered by the tread. The handbook specifies that if the tread covers any part of Lincoln's head, the tire is considered safe; otherwise, grip is reduced.
Nevada driver handbook, page 27: “If any part of Lincoln’s head is covered by the tread, the tire has a safe amount of tread.”
20. When is it permissible to pass on the right according to the handbook?
Answer: If the street or highway is clearly marked for two or more lanes of traffic moving in the same direction you are, but only when passing is safe. The handbook allows passing on the right only when lanes are clearly marked for same-direction traffic and the maneuver is safe.
Nevada driver handbook, page 47: “You may pass on the right if the street or highway is clearly marked for two or more lanes of traffic moving in the same direction you are, but only when passing is safe.”