Florida Permit Test Questions and Answers (Official Handbook)
Florida permit test answers for independent study: review 90 Class E knowledge test questions, the ones test takers report first, each answered from and quoted from the Official Florida Driver License Handbook (rev. 08/2023). Not an official FLHSMV answer key.
Florida Class E knowledge test practice drawn from The Official Florida Driver License Handbook (FLHSMV, rev. 08/2023): learner and graduated licensing, insurance and DUI laws, pavement markings, right-of-way, passing, speed limits, parking, headlights, emergencies, crashes, school buses and sharing the road.
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01What must you do if hauling a load of material which could fall or blow onto the roadway?
Use a close-fitting cover. The Florida handbook says you must use a close-fitting cover when hauling loads which could fall or blow onto the roadway (e.g., dirt, sand, gravel).
VERIFIED AGAINST THE SOURCE
“You must use a close-fitting cover when hauling loads which could fall or blow onto the roadway (e.g., dirt, sand, gravel).”
— The Official Florida Driver License Handbook, rev. 08/2023 (FLHSMV), PDF p. 50 ↗02When a projected load extends more than 4 feet from the vehicle, what must you use to clearly mark it in the daytime? At night?
In the daytime, red flags at least 18 inches square on the extremities of the load; at night, two red lamps on the back of the load that can be seen from at least 500 feet to the rear.
VERIFIED AGAINST THE SOURCE
“two red lamps on the back of the load that can be seen from at least 500 feet to the rear”
— The Official Florida Driver License Handbook, rev. 08/2023 (FLHSMV), PDF p. 50 ↗03If a law enforcement officer stops a vehicle and the front seat passenger under 18 years old is not wearing a safety belt, who will be charged with a seatbelt violation?
The driver. The Florida handbook says drivers are charged with a safety belt/child restraint violation if any passenger under 18 is not properly restrained; passengers 18 or older are charged themselves.
VERIFIED AGAINST THE SOURCE
“Drivers will be charged with a safety belt/ child restraint violation if any passenger under 18 is not properly restrained. Passengers 18 years old or older will be charged with the violation if they fail to wear a safety belt when required by law.”
— The Official Florida Driver License Handbook, rev. 08/2023 (FLHSMV), PDF p. 36 ↗04What does a single broken white line on the highway mean?
You may cross it to change lanes when it is safe to do so.
VERIFIED AGAINST THE SOURCE
“Single broken white line. You may cross this line to change lanes when it is safe to do so.”
— The Official Florida Driver License Handbook, rev. 08/2023 (FLHSMV), PDF p. 51 ↗05What does a double solid yellow line in the center of the highway mean? A double solid white line?
Double solid yellow: vehicles moving in either direction must not pass or cross the lines (you may turn left, or pass a bicyclist, when it is safe). Double solid white: crossing the lines or changing lanes is not allowed.
VERIFIED AGAINST THE SOURCE
“Double solid white lines. Crossing a double solid line/ changing lanes is not allowed.”
— The Official Florida Driver License Handbook, rev. 08/2023 (FLHSMV), PDF p. 51 ↗06What happens to the force of impact when you double your speed? Triple your speed?
Doubling the speed increases the force of impact four times; tripling it increases the force of impact nine times.
VERIFIED AGAINST THE SOURCE
“When you double the speed of a car, you increase its force of impact four times. ◆ When you triple the speed of a car, you increase its force of impact nine times.”
— The Official Florida Driver License Handbook, rev. 08/2023 (FLHSMV), PDF p. 76 ↗07Unless otherwise posted, what is the maximum speed limit for cars in a residential area if there is no speed limit sign?
30 MPH. The Florida handbook says the maximum speed in a municipal, business or residential area is 30 MPH except where otherwise posted.
VERIFIED AGAINST THE SOURCE
“Municipal, Business, or Residential Area: 30 MPH* ◆ Streets and Highways: 55 MPH* ◆ Limited Access Highways: 70 MPH *Maximum speed except where otherwise posted.”
— The Official Florida Driver License Handbook, rev. 08/2023 (FLHSMV), PDF p. 76 ↗08What is the maximum speed limit on a limited access highway?
70 MPH, except where otherwise posted.
VERIFIED AGAINST THE SOURCE
“Municipal, Business, or Residential Area: 30 MPH* ◆ Streets and Highways: 55 MPH* ◆ Limited Access Highways: 70 MPH *Maximum speed except where otherwise posted.”
— The Official Florida Driver License Handbook, rev. 08/2023 (FLHSMV), PDF p. 76 ↗09When you are driving too slowly, can you be issued a citation or ticket?
Yes. The Florida handbook says driving too slowly is against Florida law: you must not drive so slowly that you block or delay traffic moving at normal, safe speeds.
VERIFIED AGAINST THE SOURCE
“Driving too slowly is also against Florida law. You must not drive so slowly that you block or delay traffic moving at normal, safe speeds.”
— The Official Florida Driver License Handbook, rev. 08/2023 (FLHSMV), PDF p. 76 ↗10When you are driving on a highway, for how many feet before you start to turn should you begin your turn signal for a left or right turn?
At least 100 feet before making the turn.
VERIFIED AGAINST THE SOURCE
“You must give a turn signal at least 100 feet BEFORE making your turn.”
— The Official Florida Driver License Handbook, rev. 08/2023 (FLHSMV), PDF p. 77 ↗11When can you use a three-point turn? Where should you never make a three-point turn?
Only if the road is too narrow for a U-turn and you can't go around the block. Never on a curve, a hill, the highway, or where a sign prohibits U-turns.
VERIFIED AGAINST THE SOURCE
“Never make a three-point turn or a U-turn on a curve, a hill, the highway, or where there is a sign that prohibits U-turns.”
— The Official Florida Driver License Handbook, rev. 08/2023 (FLHSMV), PDF p. 78 ↗12When may you drive in the left lane of a road with two lanes? With four lanes?
Only when overtaking and passing. On a two-lane highway you must always drive in the right lane unless you are overtaking and passing (where permitted); on a road with four or more lanes and two-way traffic, drive in the right lanes except when overtaking and passing.
VERIFIED AGAINST THE SOURCE
“If the road has four or more lanes with two-way traffic, drive in the right lanes except when overtaking and passing.”
— The Official Florida Driver License Handbook, rev. 08/2023 (FLHSMV), PDF p. 77 ↗13What does it mean if you see red reflectors on the lane lines facing you? What should you do?
You are on the wrong side of the road, facing traffic the wrong way, and could have a head-on collision. Turn around or get into the proper lane immediately.
VERIFIED AGAINST THE SOURCE
“Red reflectors on lane lines always mean you are facing traffic the wrong way and could have a head-on collision. ◆ If you see red reflectors facing you on the lane lines, you are on the wrong side of the road. Turn around or get into the proper lane immediately!”
— The Official Florida Driver License Handbook, rev. 08/2023 (FLHSMV), PDF p. 77 ↗14What is the recommended safe following distance?
A minimum of four seconds during favorable weather and traffic conditions.
VERIFIED AGAINST THE SOURCE
“Keep a minimum following distance of four seconds during favorable weather and traffic conditions.”
— The Official Florida Driver License Handbook, rev. 08/2023 (FLHSMV), PDF p. 69 ↗15When should you increase your following distance?
In conditions that are not favorable, for example rain or wet roads and low visibility (dusk, dawn, nighttime, fog).
VERIFIED AGAINST THE SOURCE
“Increase your following distance in these situations: ◆ Rain or when roads are wet. ◆ Low visibility—dusk, dawn, nighttime, fog, etc.”
— The Official Florida Driver License Handbook, rev. 08/2023 (FLHSMV), PDF p. 69 ↗16Where, or at what places, is it unlawful to overtake and pass?
Where a single or double-sided solid line divides lanes; when the double-sided yellow line is solid in your lane; in Do Not Pass and No Passing zones; and on hills or curves where you can't see at least 500 feet ahead (among others).
VERIFIED AGAINST THE SOURCE
“You Must Not Pass: ◆ where there is a single or double- sided solid line dividing lanes; ◆ when the double-sided yellow line is solid in your lane; ◆ in Do Not Pass and No Passing zones; ◆ on hills or curves where you can’t see at least 500 feet ahead”
— The Official Florida Driver License Handbook, rev. 08/2023 (FLHSMV), PDF p. 75 ↗17Under what circumstances can you stop in the acceleration lane on an expressway?
Only when traffic is too heavy and there is no space for you to enter safely.
VERIFIED AGAINST THE SOURCE
“Do not stop in the acceleration lane unless traffic is too heavy and there is no space for you to enter safely.”
— The Official Florida Driver License Handbook, rev. 08/2023 (FLHSMV), PDF p. 71 ↗18What should you do if you drive past your exit on a limited access highway?
Go to the next exit; don't make last-minute turns into an exit.
VERIFIED AGAINST THE SOURCE
“Don’t make last-minute turns into an exit. If you pass your exit, you must go to the next one.”
— The Official Florida Driver License Handbook, rev. 08/2023 (FLHSMV), PDF p. 72 ↗19Where should you move your vehicle if you break down while driving on the highway?
Completely off the pavement. The Florida handbook says never to stop on the pavement, shoulder or connecting ramp except in an emergency, and that a vehicle that breaks down must be moved completely off the pavement (no more than six hours).
VERIFIED AGAINST THE SOURCE
“Never stop on the pavement, shoulder, or connecting ramp except in an emergency. If your vehicle breaks down, you must move it completely of the pavement.”
— The Official Florida Driver License Handbook, rev. 08/2023 (FLHSMV), PDF p. 72 ↗20What is the farthest away you can park from a curb?
12 inches. Park with the right-hand wheels parallel to and within 12 inches of the curb or side of the roadway.
VERIFIED AGAINST THE SOURCE
“with right-hand wheels parallel to and within 12 inches of the curb or side of roadway”
— The Official Florida Driver License Handbook, rev. 08/2023 (FLHSMV), PDF p. 73 ↗21If you have a manual transmission, what gear should you put the car in when parking downhill? Uphill? What if you have an automatic transmission?
Manual: Reverse when parked downhill, First when parked uphill. Automatic: Park.
VERIFIED AGAINST THE SOURCE
“Automatic transmission: put gear shift in Park. Manual transmission: shift to Reverse (downhill) or First (uphill).”
— The Official Florida Driver License Handbook, rev. 08/2023 (FLHSMV), PDF p. 73 ↗22Where is parking prohibited? Can you park your car on a sidewalk, within an intersection or on a crosswalk?
No. It is against the law to park on crosswalks, on sidewalks, in bicycle lanes, in intersections, on bridges, overpasses and in tunnels, in front of driveways, by yellow painted curbs, and in NO PARKING or DISABLED PERMIT ONLY zones, among other places.
VERIFIED AGAINST THE SOURCE
“It’s Against the Law to Park ◆ On crosswalks ◆ On sidewalks ◆ In bicycle lanes ◆ In intersections ◆ On bridges ◆ On overpasses ◆ In tunnels ◆ In front of driveways ◆ By yellow painted curbs ◆ In NO PARKING or DISABLED PERMIT ONLY zones”
— The Official Florida Driver License Handbook, rev. 08/2023 (FLHSMV), PDF p. 74 ↗23Which way should you turn your wheels when parking (facing) uphill along the curb, where there is a curb? Which way should you turn them when there is not a curb? Which way should you turn them if parking downhill?
Uphill with a curb: away from the curb. Uphill without a curb: to the right. Downhill: toward the curb.
VERIFIED AGAINST THE SOURCE
“Downhill Turn wheels to curb. Uphill with Curb Turn wheels away from curb. Uphill without Curb Turn wheels to the right.”
— The Official Florida Driver License Handbook, rev. 08/2023 (FLHSMV), PDF p. 74 ↗24Are motorists required to stop or yield for pedestrians crossing the street?
Yes. You must stop and remain stopped for pedestrians crossing a street or driveway at any marked crossing or intersection.
VERIFIED AGAINST THE SOURCE
“You must stop and remain stopped for pedestrians crossing a street or driveway at any marked crossing, or intersection.”
— The Official Florida Driver License Handbook, rev. 08/2023 (FLHSMV), PDF p. 96 ↗25What must you do when you see a pedestrian with a white cane in the street ahead of you?
Come to a complete stop, yield the right-of-way, and use extra caution.
VERIFIED AGAINST THE SOURCE
“Come to a complete stop, yield the right-of-way, and use extra caution when approaching: ◆a visually impaired pedestrian who is carrying a white cane with a red tip or guided by a service animal”
— The Official Florida Driver License Handbook, rev. 08/2023 (FLHSMV), PDF p. 96 ↗26What is the minimum distance a motorist must give when traveling next to a cyclist?
Three feet of clearance, with caution and a slow speed when driving next to or passing the bicyclist.
VERIFIED AGAINST THE SOURCE
“Florida law requires that you give bicyclists a minimum of three feet of clearance and use caution/slow speed when driving next to or passing them.”
— The Official Florida Driver License Handbook, rev. 08/2023 (FLHSMV), PDF p. 89 ↗27If you are driving a motor vehicle, are you allowed to share a lane with a motorcyclist? When is it okay to share a lane with a motorcycle?
Never. You must not attempt to share a lane with a motorcycle; the motorcyclist is entitled to the entire lane.
VERIFIED AGAINST THE SOURCE
“You must not attempt to share a lane with a motorcycle. The motorcyclist is entitled to the entire lane.”
— The Official Florida Driver License Handbook, rev. 08/2023 (FLHSMV), PDF p. 93 ↗28When a school bus is stopped to unload children on a highway divided with a raised barrier, are vehicles traveling in the opposite direction required to stop?
No. If the highway is divided by a raised barrier or an unpaved median at least five feet wide, you do not have to stop when moving in the opposite direction of the bus; painted lines or pavement markings are not barriers. Some answer lists say yes; the Florida handbook says vehicles going the opposite way on such a divided highway do not have to stop.
VERIFIED AGAINST THE SOURCE
“If the highway is divided by a raised barrier or an unpaved median at least five feet wide, you do not have to stop if you are moving in the opposite direction of the bus. Painted lines or pavement markings are not considered barriers.”
— The Official Florida Driver License Handbook, rev. 08/2023 (FLHSMV), PDF p. 97 ↗29When a school bus stops to unload children, are vehicles traveling in the same direction required to stop?
Yes. You must always stop if you are moving in the same direction as the bus and remain stopped until the stop signal is withdrawn.
VERIFIED AGAINST THE SOURCE
“You must always stop if you are moving in the same direction as the bus and you must remain stopped until the stop signal is withdrawn.”
— The Official Florida Driver License Handbook, rev. 08/2023 (FLHSMV), PDF p. 97 ↗30What must you do when children or school crossing guards are present in a crosswalk?
Yield and stop at the stop line, not in the crosswalk.
VERIFIED AGAINST THE SOURCE
“When children or school crossing guards are present in a crosswalk, you must yield and stop at the stop line and not in the crosswalk.”
— The Official Florida Driver License Handbook, rev. 08/2023 (FLHSMV), PDF p. 97 ↗31What must you do if an emergency vehicle with activated lights and/or sirens is approaching you from behind?
Yield the right-of-way: pull over to the closest edge of the roadway immediately and stop until the emergency vehicle has passed.
VERIFIED AGAINST THE SOURCE
“Motorists, bicyclists, and pedestrians must yield the right-of-way to law enforcement vehicles, fire engines, and other emergency vehicles using sirens or flashing lights. Pull over to the closest edge of the roadway immediately and stop until the emergency vehicle has passed.”
— The Official Florida Driver License Handbook, rev. 08/2023 (FLHSMV), PDF p. 92 ↗32What does the Move Over Law require you to do?
Vacate the lane closest to a stationary law enforcement, emergency, tow, sanitation or utility vehicle; if you cannot move over safely, slow to 20 MPH below the posted speed limit.
VERIFIED AGAINST THE SOURCE
“If you cannot move over safely, you must slow down to a speed of 20 MPH below the posted speed limit.”
— The Official Florida Driver License Handbook, rev. 08/2023 (FLHSMV), PDF p. 73 ↗33What is a No Zone?
The large blind spots in front of, behind and on both sides of a commercial motor vehicle (CMV); stay out of them.
VERIFIED AGAINST THE SOURCE
“Stay out of the “No Zone.” CMVs have large blind spots in front, behind, and on both sides of the vehicle.”
— The Official Florida Driver License Handbook, rev. 08/2023 (FLHSMV), PDF p. 90 ↗34What time must you use your headlights?
Between the hours of sunset and sunrise.
VERIFIED AGAINST THE SOURCE
“Use headlights between the hours of sunset and sunrise. ◆ Not use high beam headlights within 500 feet of an oncoming vehicle; use low beam headlights.”
— The Official Florida Driver License Handbook, rev. 08/2023 (FLHSMV), PDF p. 81 ↗35At night, within how many feet of approaching a vehicle from the rear must you dim your high beam headlights?
300 feet. Do not use high beams within 300 feet of the vehicle ahead of you; use low beams.
VERIFIED AGAINST THE SOURCE
“Not use high beam headlights within 300 feet of the vehicle ahead of you; use low beam headlights.”
— The Official Florida Driver License Handbook, rev. 08/2023 (FLHSMV), PDF p. 81 ↗36Within how many feet of an oncoming vehicle should you dim your high beam headlights?
500 feet. Do not use high beams within 500 feet of an oncoming vehicle; use low beams.
VERIFIED AGAINST THE SOURCE
“Not use high beam headlights within 500 feet of an oncoming vehicle; use low beam headlights.”
— The Official Florida Driver License Handbook, rev. 08/2023 (FLHSMV), PDF p. 81 ↗37What should you do if your right wheels go off the pavement while driving?
Take your foot off the gas pedal, hold the wheel firmly and steer in a straight line, brake lightly, and wait until the road is clear before turning back onto the pavement.
VERIFIED AGAINST THE SOURCE
“Right Wheels Off Pavement 1. Take your foot of the gas pedal. 2. Hold the wheel firmly and steer in a straight line. 3. Brake lightly. 4. Wait until the road is clear.”
— The Official Florida Driver License Handbook, rev. 08/2023 (FLHSMV), PDF p. 87 ↗38What should you do if your tires begin to skid while driving?
Take your foot off the gas pedal, avoid the brakes if possible, and turn the front tires in the direction you want to go (steer in the direction of the skid).
VERIFIED AGAINST THE SOURCE
“Skidding/Hydroplaning 1. Take your foot off the gas pedal. 2. Do not use your brakes, if possible. 3. Turn the vehicle’s front tires in the direction you want to go (steer in the direction of the skid).”
— The Official Florida Driver License Handbook, rev. 08/2023 (FLHSMV), PDF p. 87 ↗39When emergency braking, what is the difference between conventional brakes and anti-lock brakes (ABS)?
With conventional brakes, pump the brakes. With ABS, press down hard on the brake pedal, hold it, and steer out of danger.
VERIFIED AGAINST THE SOURCE
“To stop in an emergency situation where traction is lost, drivers with conventional brakes should pump the brakes. Drivers with anti-lock brakes (ABS) must press down hard on the brake pedal, hold it, and steer out of danger.”
— The Official Florida Driver License Handbook, rev. 08/2023 (FLHSMV), PDF p. 86 ↗40What should you do during a tire blow-out?
Take your foot off the gas and do not use the brakes, concentrate on steering, slow down gradually, brake softly once the car is under control, and pull completely off the roadway.
VERIFIED AGAINST THE SOURCE
“Tire Blowout 1. Take your foot off the gas. Do not use the brakes. 2. Concentrate on steering. 3. Slow down gradually. 4. Brake softly when the car is under control. 5. Pull completely off the pavement/ roadway.”
— The Official Florida Driver License Handbook, rev. 08/2023 (FLHSMV), PDF p. 88 ↗41What must you do if you are involved in a minor accident and your vehicle is blocking the flow of traffic?
Move the vehicle or have it moved.
VERIFIED AGAINST THE SOURCE
“If the crash is minor and your vehicle is blocking the flow of traffic, you must move it or have it moved.”
— The Official Florida Driver License Handbook, rev. 08/2023 (FLHSMV), PDF p. 85 ↗42If you hit a parked car and are unable to find the owner, what should you do?
Make every attempt to locate the owner and notify law enforcement; if you can't locate the owner, leave a note with your name, contact information and license plate.
VERIFIED AGAINST THE SOURCE
“If you are in a crash with an unattended vehicle or other property, you must make every attempt to locate the owner and notify law enforcement. If you can’t locate the property owner, you must leave a note including your name, contact information, and license plate”
— The Official Florida Driver License Handbook, rev. 08/2023 (FLHSMV), PDF p. 85 ↗43What are the penalties for leaving the scene of an accident involving injury or death?
Death: a 1st degree felony with a minimum 4-year prison term. Serious bodily injury: a 2nd degree felony. Injury: a 3rd degree felony. Each also costs your driver license for at least 3 years.
VERIFIED AGAINST THE SOURCE
“All of the above include losing your driver license for 3 years minimum.”
— The Official Florida Driver License Handbook, rev. 08/2023 (FLHSMV), PDF p. 85 ↗44What are the requirements of the No-Fault Law? What type of insurance must you have on motor vehicles with four or more wheels?
Personal Injury Protection (PIP) and Property Damage Liability (PDL), at least $10,000 of each, shown as proof before you register the car.
VERIFIED AGAINST THE SOURCE
“have a minimum of $10,000 in PIP AND a minimum of $10,000 in PDL coverage”
— The Official Florida Driver License Handbook, rev. 08/2023 (FLHSMV), PDF p. 31 ↗45What education course are you required to take if you are applying for a learner's license (or never had a driver's license)?
The Traffic Law and Substance Abuse Education Course (TLSAE).
VERIFIED AGAINST THE SOURCE
“Learner’s License 1. Be at least 15 years old. 2. Completion of Traffic Law and Substance Abuse Education Course (TLSAE)*. 3. Pass Vision and Class E Knowledge exams.”
— The Official Florida Driver License Handbook, rev. 08/2023 (FLHSMV), PDF p. 16 ↗46What are the time restrictions for a motorist with a learner's license?
Daylight hours only during the first three months; after three months, until 10 pm.
VERIFIED AGAINST THE SOURCE
“Must only drive during daylight hours during the first three months. After three months, may drive until 10 pm.”
— The Official Florida Driver License Handbook, rev. 08/2023 (FLHSMV), PDF p. 9 ↗47What are the time restrictions for a licensed motorist under age 17 (age 16)? Under age 18 (age 17)?
Age 16: 6 am to 11 pm. Age 17: 5 am to 1 am. Either may drive outside those hours when driving to or from work or when accompanied by a licensed driver who is 21 or older.
VERIFIED AGAINST THE SOURCE
“AGE 16 WITH DRIVER LICENSE May drive from 6 am to 11 pm unless driving to or from work OR accompanied by a licensed driver who is 21+. AGE 17 WITH DRIVER LICENSE May drive from 5 am to 1 am unless driving to or from work OR accompanied by a licensed driver who is 21+.”
— The Official Florida Driver License Handbook, rev. 08/2023 (FLHSMV), PDF p. 9 ↗48When entering a road from a driveway, alley or roadside, whom must you yield to?
Vehicles already on the main road, and pedestrians and bicyclists on the sidewalk or in bike lanes.
VERIFIED AGAINST THE SOURCE
“Drivers entering a road from a driveway, alley, or roadside must yield to vehicles already on the main road, as well as to pedestrians and bicyclists on the sidewalk or in bike lanes.”
— The Official Florida Driver License Handbook, rev. 08/2023 (FLHSMV), PDF p. 70 ↗49What should you do if you approach a roundabout?
Slow down and yield to traffic already in the roundabout, which travels one way, counter-clockwise.
VERIFIED AGAINST THE SOURCE
“Roundabouts travel in a one-way, counter-clockwise direction. ◆ Drivers entering the roundabout must yield to traffic already in the roundabout.”
— The Official Florida Driver License Handbook, rev. 08/2023 (FLHSMV), PDF p. 71 ↗50Are you responsible for letting an unlicensed person drive your car?
Yes. Allowing an unlicensed person to use your car can cost your driving privilege, and permitting an unlicensed person to drive can bring a 60-day jail sentence and a $500 fine.
VERIFIED AGAINST THE SOURCE
“Allowing an unlicensed person to use your car, or renting a motor vehicle to someone without a license.”
— The Official Florida Driver License Handbook, rev. 08/2023 (FLHSMV), PDF p. 33 ↗51What are the 3 parts of the expressway entrance?
An entrance ramp, an acceleration lane and a merging area.
VERIFIED AGAINST THE SOURCE
“All limited access highway entrances have three basic parts: an entrance ramp, an acceleration lane, and a merging area.”
— The Official Florida Driver License Handbook, rev. 08/2023 (FLHSMV), PDF p. 71 ↗52What is the 1st thing impaired in a driver who has been drinking alcohol?
Judgment. A person's judgment is the first thing affected after drinking an alcoholic beverage.
VERIFIED AGAINST THE SOURCE
“A person’s judgment is the first thing affected after drinking an alcoholic beverage. Even one drink of alcohol can affect your driving.”
— The Official Florida Driver License Handbook, rev. 08/2023 (FLHSMV), PDF p. 43 ↗53When is it safe to return to the right-hand lane after passing another vehicle?
When you can see the tires of the vehicle you passed in your rear-view mirror.
VERIFIED AGAINST THE SOURCE
“Do not return to the right side of the road until you can see the tires of the vehicle you passed in your rear-view mirror.”
— The Official Florida Driver License Handbook, rev. 08/2023 (FLHSMV), PDF p. 75 ↗54Is it illegal to leave your keys in your car when you're parked?
Yes. Florida law requires that you take the keys out of your vehicle before leaving it.
VERIFIED AGAINST THE SOURCE
“Florida law requires that you take the keys out of your vehicle before leaving it.”
— The Official Florida Driver License Handbook, rev. 08/2023 (FLHSMV), PDF p. 73 ↗55You must obtain a new license showing the new address within how many days of moving?
30 calendar days. Some answer lists say 10 days; the Florida handbook says you must obtain a new driver license within 30 calendar days of any change to your mailing or residential address.
VERIFIED AGAINST THE SOURCE
“You must obtain a new driver license within 30 calendar days of any change to your mailing or residential address.”
— The Official Florida Driver License Handbook, rev. 08/2023 (FLHSMV), PDF p. 20 ↗56What should you do when your brakes are wet?
Test the brakes lightly, then dry them by driving slowly in low gear while applying the brakes.
VERIFIED AGAINST THE SOURCE
“Wet Brakes 1. Test brakes lightly. 2. Brakes may pull to one side or may not hold at all. 3. Dry brakes by driving slowly in low gear and applying brakes.”
— The Official Florida Driver License Handbook, rev. 08/2023 (FLHSMV), PDF p. 88 ↗57If you knowingly make a false statement in an application for a driver license or identification card, can you be fined and placed in prison upon conviction?
Yes: up to five years in prison, a $5,000 fine, and suspension of any existing driving privilege for at least one year.
VERIFIED AGAINST THE SOURCE
“Florida law prohibits using a false name, making a false statement, concealing a material fact or otherwise using fraud in an application for a driver license or ID card. The penalty can be up to five years in prison, a $5,000 fine, and suspension of any existing driving privilege for at least one year.”
— The Official Florida Driver License Handbook, rev. 08/2023 (FLHSMV), PDF p. 3 ↗58What are the penalties for refusing to take a test to determine whether you are intoxicated?
Your license is automatically suspended for one year; a second refusal brings an 18-month suspension and a first degree misdemeanor.
VERIFIED AGAINST THE SOURCE
“If you refuse to take the tests when asked, your license will automatically be suspended for one year. A second refusal will result in an 18 month suspension and a first degree misdemeanor.”
— The Official Florida Driver License Handbook, rev. 08/2023 (FLHSMV), PDF p. 34 ↗59After passing a vehicle, you must return to the right side of the road before coming within how many feet of an oncoming vehicle?
200 feet.
VERIFIED AGAINST THE SOURCE
“You must return to the right side of the road before coming within 200 feet of any approaching vehicle.”
— The Official Florida Driver License Handbook, rev. 08/2023 (FLHSMV), PDF p. 75 ↗60May you drive with just your parking lights on in place of your headlights?
No. Florida law says you must not drive using only parking lights in place of headlights.
VERIFIED AGAINST THE SOURCE
“Not use high beam headlights within 300 feet of the vehicle ahead of you; use low beam headlights. ◆ Not drive using only parking lights in place of headlights.”
— The Official Florida Driver License Handbook, rev. 08/2023 (FLHSMV), PDF p. 81 ↗61How old must you be to get a Florida learner's license, and which exams must you pass?
At least 15, having completed the TLSAE course, and you must pass the Vision and Class E Knowledge exams.
VERIFIED AGAINST THE SOURCE
“Learner’s License 1. Be at least 15 years old. 2. Completion of Traffic Law and Substance Abuse Education Course (TLSAE)*. 3. Pass Vision and Class E Knowledge exams.”
— The Official Florida Driver License Handbook, rev. 08/2023 (FLHSMV), PDF p. 16 ↗62Who must ride with a Florida learner's license holder, and where must that person sit?
A licensed driver aged 21 or older, in the closest seat to the right of the driver.
VERIFIED AGAINST THE SOURCE
“Always drive accompanied by a licensed driver, age 21+, who rides in the closest seat to the right of the driver.”
— The Official Florida Driver License Handbook, rev. 08/2023 (FLHSMV), PDF p. 9 ↗63How many hours of supervised driving must a teen log before getting a Florida driver license, and how many of them at night?
At least 50 hours, of which 10 should be at night.
VERIFIED AGAINST THE SOURCE
“Must have at least 50 hours of driving experience prior to getting driver license, and 10 hours should be at night.”
— The Official Florida Driver License Handbook, rev. 08/2023 (FLHSMV), PDF p. 9 ↗64What happens to a driver under 18 who accumulates six or more points within 12 months?
The driver is automatically restricted to driving for "Business Purposes ONLY" for one year.
VERIFIED AGAINST THE SOURCE
“Drivers under the age of 18 who accumulate six or more points within a 12-month period are automatically restricted to driving for “Business Purposes ONLY” for one year.”
— The Official Florida Driver License Handbook, rev. 08/2023 (FLHSMV), PDF p. 9 ↗65A driver under 21 is suspended for a blood alcohol level of .02 to .05. What course must they finish to reinstate on a hardship basis?
A TLSAE course.
VERIFIED AGAINST THE SOURCE
“If you are under 21 years old and receive a notice of suspension for driving with a Blood Alcohol Level (BAL) of .02 to .05, you must complete a TLSAE course in order to reinstate your driver license on a hardship basis.”
— The Official Florida Driver License Handbook, rev. 08/2023 (FLHSMV), PDF p. 25 ↗66At what breath or blood alcohol level is a Florida driver license administratively suspended?
.08 or above, or on refusal to submit to a breath/blood alcohol test.
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“your license will be administratively suspended if you have a breath or blood alcohol level (BAL) of .08 or above, or refuse to submit to a breath/ blood alcohol test”
— The Official Florida Driver License Handbook, rev. 08/2023 (FLHSMV), PDF p. 33 ↗67Your car stalls on railroad tracks and a train is coming. What should you do?
Get everyone out immediately and away from the car, running at a 45-degree angle away from the tracks but toward the train.
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“If a train is coming, run in a 45-degree angle away from the tracks, but in a direction toward the train”
— The Official Florida Driver License Handbook, rev. 08/2023 (FLHSMV), PDF p. 88 ↗68About how long will a vehicle that drives into water float on the surface?
Only 30 to 60 seconds, so get out quickly.
VERIFIED AGAINST THE SOURCE
“your vehicle will only float on the surface for 30–60 seconds”
— The Official Florida Driver License Handbook, rev. 08/2023 (FLHSMV), PDF p. 88 ↗69When should you try to put out a vehicle fire yourself, and what must you never use on a gasoline or diesel fire?
Only if you have a portable extinguisher and the fire is small; never apply water to a gasoline or diesel fire.
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“Attempt to extinguish the fire only if you have a portable extinguisher and the fire is small. NEVER apply water to a gasoline or diesel fire.”
— The Official Florida Driver License Handbook, rev. 08/2023 (FLHSMV), PDF p. 87 ↗70How should you treat an intersection when the power is out and the traffic signals are dark?
As a four-way stop.
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“In circumstances where the power is out and traffic signals are not active, treat intersections as a four-way stop”
— The Official Florida Driver License Handbook, rev. 08/2023 (FLHSMV), PDF p. 87 ↗71At a four-way stop, two vehicles arrive at about the same time. Who must yield?
Each driver yields to the driver on their right. At a two-way stop, the turning vehicle yields to the vehicle going straight.
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“If vehicles arrive at approximately the same time, each driver must yield to the drivers on their right. At a two-way stop, the turning vehicle yields to the vehicle going straight.”
— The Official Florida Driver License Handbook, rev. 08/2023 (FLHSMV), PDF p. 70 ↗72In a multi-lane roundabout, which lane do you use to go straight or right, and which to go left or make a U-turn?
The right lane to go straight or right; the left lane to go straight or left and to make a U-turn.
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“To go straight or right, use the right lane. To go straight or left, and to make a U-turn, use the left lane.”
— The Official Florida Driver License Handbook, rev. 08/2023 (FLHSMV), PDF p. 71 ↗73What three things must you not do inside a roundabout, and what must you do before exiting?
Do not change lanes and do not stop in the roundabout; signal before exiting.
VERIFIED AGAINST THE SOURCE
“Do not change lanes in the roundabout. ◆ Do not stop in a roundabout. ◆ Signal before exiting the roundabout.”
— The Official Florida Driver License Handbook, rev. 08/2023 (FLHSMV), PDF p. 71 ↗74Under the Move Over Law on a two-lane road, how much must you slow down, and what if the speed limit is 20 MPH or less?
To 20 MPH below the posted speed limit; if the limit is 20 MPH or less, travel at 5 MPH.
VERIFIED AGAINST THE SOURCE
“On a Two-Lane Roadway ◆ You must slow down to 20 MPH below the posted speed limit. ◆ If the speed limit is 20 MPH or less, you must travel at 5 MPH.”
— The Official Florida Driver License Handbook, rev. 08/2023 (FLHSMV), PDF p. 73 ↗75Who may drive a golf cart on a public road or street in Florida if they are under 18?
Only someone who holds a valid learner's license or driver license.
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“A golf cart must not be driven on a public road or street by anyone under the age of 18 unless they possess a valid learner's license or valid driver license.”
— The Official Florida Driver License Handbook, rev. 08/2023 (FLHSMV), PDF p. 93 ↗76When may a Florida motorcycle operator ride without a helmet?
Only if 21 or older AND carrying a medical insurance policy with at least $10,000 in medical benefits for injuries.
VERIFIED AGAINST THE SOURCE
“Operators of motorcycles must wear a helmet unless they are 21 or older AND carry a medical insurance policy providing for at least $10,000 in medical benefits for injuries.”
— The Official Florida Driver License Handbook, rev. 08/2023 (FLHSMV), PDF p. 95 ↗77What are blind spots, and how do you avoid driving in another driver's blind spot?
Areas near the left and right rear corners of a vehicle that the driver can't see in the mirrors or with peripheral vision. Move forward or drop back so the other driver can see you.
VERIFIED AGAINST THE SOURCE
“Do not drive in someone else’s blind spot. Move forward or drop back so that the other driver can see you.”
— The Official Florida Driver License Handbook, rev. 08/2023 (FLHSMV), PDF p. 68 ↗78What does a flashing yellow signal at a drawbridge mean?
The drawbridge is in operation: slow down and prepare to stop.
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“Flashing Yellow Signal. When the yellow light is flashing, the drawbridge is in operation. Slow down and prepare to stop.”
— The Official Florida Driver License Handbook, rev. 08/2023 (FLHSMV), PDF p. 63 ↗79What must you do when the red lights on a railroad crossbuck begin to flash?
Stop immediately; a train is approaching.
VERIFIED AGAINST THE SOURCE
“At many crossings, the crossbuck sign has flashing red lights and bells. When the lights begin to flash, stop immediately! A train is approaching.”
— The Official Florida Driver License Handbook, rev. 08/2023 (FLHSMV), PDF p. 64 ↗80Can air bags replace wearing a safety belt?
No. Air bags are designed to work with safety belts and are not a replacement for wearing one.
VERIFIED AGAINST THE SOURCE
“Air bags are designed to work with safety belts to protect occupants during a collision. Air bags are NOT a replacement for wearing a safety belt.”
— The Official Florida Driver License Handbook, rev. 08/2023 (FLHSMV), PDF p. 47 ↗81What happens if a driver with anti-lock brakes pumps the brake pedal in an emergency stop?
The ABS disengages or turns off; keep steady pressure on the pedal instead.
VERIFIED AGAINST THE SOURCE
“If the driver with ABS removes steady pressure from the brake pedal or pumps the brakes, the ABS will disengage or turn off.”
— The Official Florida Driver License Handbook, rev. 08/2023 (FLHSMV), PDF p. 86 ↗82Your accelerator pedal sticks. What should you do with the transmission?
Press the clutch (manual transmission) or shift into neutral (automatic transmission).
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“Press the clutch (manual transmission) or shift into neutral (automatic transmission).”
— The Official Florida Driver License Handbook, rev. 08/2023 (FLHSMV), PDF p. 87 ↗83A car is coming toward you in your lane. What three steps does the handbook give?
Sound the horn and flash the high beams, brake hard, and steer to the side of the road.
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“Vehicle Approaching in Your Lane 1. Sound horn and flash high beams. 2. Brake hard. 3. Steer to the side of the road.”
— The Official Florida Driver License Handbook, rev. 08/2023 (FLHSMV), PDF p. 88 ↗84After a crash with property damage only and no law enforcement report, within how many days must you send a written report to FLHSMV?
Within 10 days.
VERIFIED AGAINST THE SOURCE
“If the crash results in vehicle or property damage and does not require a law enforcement report, you must make a written report of the crash to FLHSMV within 10 days.”
— The Official Florida Driver License Handbook, rev. 08/2023 (FLHSMV), PDF p. 85 ↗85What is the center lane of a three-lane or five-lane highway used for?
Only for turning left.
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“The center lane of a three-lane or five-lane highway is used only for turning left.”
— The Official Florida Driver License Handbook, rev. 08/2023 (FLHSMV), PDF p. 77 ↗86When must a driver yield to a public transit bus?
When the bus is traveling in the same direction, has signaled, and is reentering traffic from a designated pullout bay.
VERIFIED AGAINST THE SOURCE
“All drivers shall yield the right-of-way to public transit buses traveling in the same direction that have signaled and are reentering the traffic flow from a specifically designated pullout bay.”
— The Official Florida Driver License Handbook, rev. 08/2023 (FLHSMV), PDF p. 96 ↗87Is it ever legal to back up on an entrance or exit ramp?
Only if you see a WRONG WAY or DO NOT ENTER sign or red reflectors on the lane lines.
VERIFIED AGAINST THE SOURCE
“Never back up on an entrance ramp or exit ramp. The ONLY exception to this is if you see a WRONG WAY or DO NOT ENTER sign or red reflectors on lane lines.”
— The Official Florida Driver License Handbook, rev. 08/2023 (FLHSMV), PDF p. 73 ↗88If your vehicle breaks down, where should you park it if possible, and which side should passengers get out on?
Where it can be seen for 200 feet in each direction; get passengers out on the side away from traffic.
VERIFIED AGAINST THE SOURCE
“Get all passengers out of the car on the side away from traffic.”
— The Official Florida Driver License Handbook, rev. 08/2023 (FLHSMV), PDF p. 86 ↗89Must a pedestrian crossing a roadway outside a crosswalk yield to vehicles?
Yes. Pedestrians crossing anywhere other than within a crosswalk must yield the right-of-way to vehicles.
VERIFIED AGAINST THE SOURCE
“Pedestrians must yield the right- of-way to vehicles if crossing a roadway at any point other than within a crosswalk.”
— The Official Florida Driver License Handbook, rev. 08/2023 (FLHSMV), PDF p. 96 ↗90What is the maximum speed on Florida streets and highways outside residential areas, unless posted otherwise?
55 MPH.
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“Municipal, Business, or Residential Area: 30 MPH* ◆ Streets and Highways: 55 MPH* ◆ Limited Access Highways: 70 MPH *Maximum speed except where otherwise posted.”
— The Official Florida Driver License Handbook, rev. 08/2023 (FLHSMV), PDF p. 76 ↗Know questions we're missing?
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