20 questions from the Wisconsin driver handbook. Pick an answer to see the rule behind it.
1. What is the general age requirement for a child to transition from a child safety seat to a booster seat?
Answer: Age four. The handbook specifies that children remain in a child safety seat until age four, after which they move to a booster seat.
Wisconsin driver handbook, page 59: “Generally, children must be in a child safety seat until they reach age four and in a booster seat until age eight.”
2. According to the handbook, how should the lap belt be positioned?
Answer: Across the hip bones just under the stomach. The handbook states that the lap belt must fit snugly across the hip bones, located just under the stomach.
Wisconsin driver handbook, page 59: “The lap belt should fit snugly across your hip bones just under your stomach.”
3. What is the correct procedure for using the acceleration lane when merging onto a highway?
Answer: Speed up to match the speed of the traffic flow. The handbook advises speeding up in the acceleration lane to match the existing traffic flow for a safe merge.
Wisconsin driver handbook, page 14: “In the acceleration lane you will speed up as you merge with the traffic flow. This allows other cars that are already in the flow of traffic to slow down or move over so you can merge with them.”
4. How long do the specific passenger and hour restrictions apply to a driver under 18 years old on a probationary license?
Answer: For the first nine months, unless the driver turns 18 sooner. The restrictions last for nine months, but this period ends early if the driver reaches age 18 during that time.
Wisconsin driver handbook, page 10: “These restrictions are required for the first nine months, unless you turn 18 years old before then.”
5. Why is it important to maintain proper air pressure in tires according to the section on saving fuel?
Answer: It decreases fuel mileage. The handbook directly links low tire air pressure to decreased fuel mileage, implying that proper pressure helps maintain efficiency.
Wisconsin driver handbook, page 59: “Low air pressure in tires decreases fuel mileage.”
6. According to the handbook, what is the primary function of mile markers (reference markers) found on the right side of the road or in the median?
Answer: They help drivers locate their position on the road to improve emergency response times. The handbook states that mile markers help locate position on the road and improve emergency response times.
Wisconsin driver handbook, page 32: “These signs help you locate where you are on the road. They improve emergency response times to highway incidents.”
7. When is it permissible to use a paved shoulder to go around another vehicle?
Answer: Only if the other vehicle is stopped or making a left turn. The handbook limits shoulder usage for passing specifically to situations where the other vehicle is stopped or turning left.
Wisconsin driver handbook, page 21: “You can use a paved shoulder to go around someone only if they are stopped or making a left turn.”
8. When approaching an intersection with blocked views due to trees, buildings, or parked vehicles, how should you proceed?
Answer: Approach at a slow pace. The handbook instructs drivers to approach intersections with blocked views at a slow pace to ensure safety.
Wisconsin driver handbook, page 15: “Trees, buildings and parked vehicles can block the view at intersections. Approach a blocked intersection at a slow pace.”
9. What is the proper way to use ABS brakes in an emergency situation?
Answer: Apply firm, continuous pressure to the brake pedal. The handbook advises applying firm, continuous pressure to the brake pedal when using ABS in an emergency.
Wisconsin driver handbook, page 50: “The proper way to use ABS in an emergency is to apply firm, continuous pressure to the brake pedal.”
10. What is the correct procedure when changing lanes?
Answer: Use your turn signal, check your blind spot over the shoulder, and move one lane at a time. The handbook requires using a signal, checking blind spots by looking over the shoulder, and moving only one lane at a time.
Wisconsin driver handbook, page 21: “Remember to use your turn signal before changing lanes. Move one lane at a time. Check over the shoulder in the direction you are changing lanes.”
11. When making a right turn from a four-lane roadway, which lane should you turn from?
Answer: The lane nearest the right curb or edge of the roadway. The handbook states that right turns from multi-lane roads must originate from the lane closest to the right curb.
Wisconsin driver handbook, page 20: “To turn right off a four-lane roadway, you must turn from the lane nearest the right curb or edge of the roadway.”
12. According to the handbook, what is the recommended sight distance for maintaining better control of your vehicle?
Answer: 10 to 15 seconds ahead. The handbook states that drivers need to see 10 to 15 seconds ahead to maintain better control.
Wisconsin driver handbook, page 16: “To have better control of your vehicle, the driver needs to be able to see ahead of their vehicle. If you cannot see 10 to 15 seconds ahead, you must slow down so you have better control of your vehicle in the traffic environment.”
13. What is the recommended driving behavior when visibility is reduced by fog or rain?
Answer: Drive at a lower speed and use your headlights. The handbook advises reducing speed and using headlights to improve visibility and safety in low-light conditions.
Wisconsin driver handbook, page 48: “Drive at a lower speed and be ready to stop. Reduce your speed and use your headlights so you can see better.”
14. When parking downhill, which direction should you turn your wheels?
Answer: All the way to the right. The handbook specifies that wheels should be moved fully to the right when parking downhill.
Wisconsin driver handbook, page 23: “If you are parked downhill, you will move your wheels all the way to the right.”
15. What is the required action when a pedestrian using a guide dog or carrying a white cane is crossing, even if they are not yet in the intersection?
Answer: Stop at least ten feet away until the person is off the roadway. The handbook mandates stopping at least ten feet away from pedestrians with guide dogs or white canes until they have cleared the roadway.
Wisconsin driver handbook, page 13: “Stop at least ten feet away until the person is off the roadway”
16. If your gas pedal sticks while driving, what is the first recommended step to manage the situation?
Answer: Keep your eyes on the road. The handbook lists keeping eyes on the road as the first step when dealing with a stuck gas pedal.
Wisconsin driver handbook, page 52: “Keep your eyes on the road”
17. According to the handbook, what is the specific requirement for using a cellphone in a construction zone?
Answer: You may only use it if you are reporting an emergency. The handbook states that cellphone use in construction zones is restricted to reporting emergencies.
Wisconsin driver handbook, page 30: “You can only use your cellphone in a construction zone if you are reporting an emergency.”
18. If you are involved in a crash where someone is injured, what is the required action regarding your vehicle?
Answer: Stay on the scene and do not move the vehicles. The handbook instructs drivers involved in crashes with injuries to remain on the scene and keep vehicles stationary.
Wisconsin driver handbook, page 51: “Stay on the scene and do not move the vehicles”
19. What is the maximum speed characteristic of a vehicle marked with a Slow Moving Vehicle sign?
Answer: It travels at 25 mph or less. The handbook specifies that vehicles with this sign travel at speeds of 25 mph or less.
Wisconsin driver handbook, page 29: “Slow Moving Vehicle – A triangle shaped sign with reflective orange markings. This vehicle could travel at 25 mph or less.”
20. According to the handbook, what should you do if you find yourself hydroplaning?
Answer: Ease your foot off the gas pedal. The handbook instructs drivers to ease off the gas pedal when sliding due to hydroplaning.
Wisconsin driver handbook, page 48: “Ease your foot off the gas pedal”