Pennsylvania DMV Permit Mock Exam (2026)

Question 1 of 18

How should you pass a horse-drawn buggy?

1. Quickly, honking to warn the driver
2. On the shoulder
3. Slowly, without honking, leaving plenty of space before pulling back in

Question 2 of 18

When must you switch to low beams in Pennsylvania?

1. Only in cities
2. Within 100 feet of any vehicle
3. Within 500 feet of an oncoming vehicle or 300 feet behind another vehicle

Question 3 of 18

May you turn right on a steady red light in Pennsylvania?

1. Never
2. Yes, after stopping and yielding, unless a NO TURN ON RED sign is posted
3. Yes, without stopping

Question 4 of 18

How are points removed from a Pennsylvania driving record?

1. Three points for every 12 months without violations or suspension
2. All points after six months
3. Only by paying a fee

Question 5 of 18

You pass a crash where emergency crews are already working. What should you do?

1. Stop to watch
2. Slow to take photos
3. Keep moving carefully and do not block rescue vehicles

Question 6 of 18

How soon must you tell PennDOT about a change of name or address?

1. Within 60 days
2. Within 15 days
3. At renewal

Question 7 of 18

You are on the main road and see this sign. What does it mean?

1. Traffic may merge into your lane; entering traffic must yield
2. Your lane ends
3. You must exit

Question 8 of 18

You approach a police stop or tow truck at the roadside and cannot move to a non-adjacent lane. What must you do?

1. Slow to at least 20 mph below the posted limit
2. Keep your speed
3. Stop completely

Question 9 of 18

The car in the lane next to you has stopped at a crosswalk. What should you do?

1. Pass it quickly
2. Slow down and do not pass until you are sure no pedestrians are crossing
3. Honk

Question 10 of 18

What does this sign mean?

1. You must merge now
2. Entering traffic gets its own added lane; merging is not necessary
3. Your lane ends

Question 11 of 18

How close to a fire hydrant may you park in Pennsylvania?

1. No closer than 10 feet
2. No closer than 5 feet
3. No closer than 15 feet

Question 12 of 18

You are in the right lane and see this sign. What must you do?

1. Stay in your lane
2. Exit right
3. Merge left: your lane ends

Question 13 of 18

What are the penalties for a first DUI conviction of a driver under 21?

1. A warning
2. Only a fine
3. 2 days to 6 months in jail, one-year suspension and a $500–$5,000 fine

Question 14 of 18

How far ahead should you look to spot problems?

1. 2 to 3 seconds
2. 12 to 15 seconds ahead
3. One car length

Question 15 of 18

You drive into a sudden snow squall on the interstate. What should you do?

1. Brake hard immediately
2. Slow gradually and turn on your hazard lights; do not slam on the brakes
3. Speed up to get through

Question 16 of 18

On a vertical traffic signal, where is the red light?

1. Always on top
2. Always on the bottom
3. In the middle

Question 17 of 18

Before making a U-turn, how far away must drivers from all directions be?

1. At least 100 feet
2. At least 50 feet
3. At least 500 feet

Question 18 of 18

A tire blows out. What should you avoid?

1. Braking
2. Holding the wheel tightly
3. Easing off the gas