Florida Permit Practice Test 6 (2026)
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From the official handbook, rev. 08/2023, Sections 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 9, 10 · Checked Oct 2026 · Not affiliated with the FLHSMV. Official Florida Driver License Handbook
Question 1 of 20
What is hydroplaning?
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Answer: When your tires ride on a thin layer of water and lose contact with the road
Hydroplaning happens when the tires slide on a thin layer of water and lose contact with the road.
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Question 2 of 20
What does Personal Injury Protection (PIP) cover?
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Answer: Your own injuries in a crash, no matter who caused it
PIP pays for your own injuries no matter who caused the crash; PDL pays for damage you cause to others' property.
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Question 3 of 20
You may not park within how many feet of a fire hydrant?
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Answer: 15 feet
Parking within 15 feet of a fire hydrant is against the law.
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Question 4 of 20
Why is texting while driving so dangerous?
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Answer: It combines all three kinds of distraction: visual, manual and cognitive
Texting takes your eyes, hands and mind off driving, which makes it one of the most dangerous distractions.
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Question 5 of 20
You come to a flooded road. What should you do?
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Answer: Turn around and find another route
You can't tell how deep or fast flood water is; your car could be swept away, so find another route.
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Question 6 of 20
Before leaving your parked car, Florida law requires you to:
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Answer: Take the keys out
Florida law requires you to take the keys out of your vehicle before leaving it.
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Question 7 of 20
You park facing uphill on a road with no curb. Which way do you turn your front wheels?
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Answer: To the right
Uphill without a curb, turn the wheels to the right, away from traffic.
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Question 8 of 20
Which headlights should you use in fog?
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Answer: Low beams
High beams reflect off fog and reduce visibility even more; use low beams.
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Question 9 of 20
What is a truck's "No Zone"?
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Answer: Its large blind spots in front, behind and on both sides
Trucks have large blind spots on all four sides; if you can't see the driver in the mirror, the driver can't see you.
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Question 10 of 20
On a two-way street, which side of the road must you park on?
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Answer: The right side
Park on the right side of the road unless it is a one-way street.
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Question 11 of 20
You are pulled over by law enforcement at night. What should you do?
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Answer: Turn on the interior lights and keep your hands visible
At night, turning on the interior lights helps the officer see; keep your hands visible and follow instructions.
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Question 12 of 20
At night, a bicycle must have a white front light visible from:
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Answer: 500 feet
Between sunset and sunrise a bicycle needs a white front light visible from 500 feet and red rear light and reflector.
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Question 13 of 20
You see emergency lights behind you. What should you do first?
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Answer: Signal and pull to the side of the road as soon as it is safe
Signal and pull to the side as soon as it is safe, turn off the engine, and keep your hands visible.
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Question 14 of 20
Where do crashes happen most often?
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Answer: At intersections
More crashes happen at intersections than anywhere else, so use extra caution there.
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Question 15 of 20
High-beam headlights must show objects how far ahead?
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Answer: 450 feet
High beams must show objects 450 feet ahead; low beams, 150 feet.
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Question 16 of 20
A crash cannot be avoided. Which is the better choice?
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Answer: Hit something that is not moving rather than a vehicle coming toward you
If you must hit something, a still object is better than an oncoming vehicle.
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Question 17 of 20
May you park in a disabled space using a relative's disabled parking permit when they are not with you?
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Answer: No. The car must be carrying the person with the disability who owns the permit
Disabled spaces require the permit and the vehicle must be carrying the person with the disability; misuse is a misdemeanor.
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Question 18 of 20
Your car starts to skid. What should you do?
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Answer: Ease off the gas, avoid braking and steer in the direction you want to go
In a skid, take your foot off the gas, avoid braking if possible and steer where you want to go.
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Question 19 of 20
When are animals most active near the road?
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Answer: At dawn and dusk
Animals are most active at dawn and dusk; deer crashes peak from October to December.
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Question 20 of 20
Your car breaks down. Where should you try to leave it?
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Answer: Off the travel lanes, where it can be seen for 200 feet in each direction
Get all four wheels out of the travel lanes, where the car can be seen for 200 feet each way, and turn on your hazard lights.
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