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Pennsylvania Permit Practice Test: Speed Limits and Other Laws (2026)

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From the official handbook, PUB 95 (4-21), Sections 3, 5 · Checked Oct 2026 · Not affiliated with the PennDOT. Pennsylvania Driver's Manual (PUB 95)

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  1. Question 1 of 11

    What is the maximum speed limit in Pennsylvania?

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    Answer: 70 mph

    The maximum limit in Pennsylvania is 70 mph, posted after each interchange on interstates.

    Handbook: Section 3, p. 39

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  2. Question 2 of 11

    Can you get a ticket while driving at the posted limit?

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    Answer: Yes, for driving too fast for conditions

    Posted limits are for ideal conditions; driving too fast for conditions is the top cause of crashes for 16- and 17-year-olds.

    Handbook: Section 3, p. 39

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  3. Question 3 of 11

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

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    Answer: Slow to at least 20 mph below the posted limit

    Move into a non-adjacent lane; if you cannot, slow to at least 20 mph below the limit.

    Handbook: Section 3, p. 43

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  4. Question 4 of 11

    What is the fine for a first violation of Pennsylvania's Move Over law?

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    Answer: Up to $500 for a first offense

    First offense up to $500, second $1,000, third $2,000, plus 2 points; much higher if someone is hurt or killed.

    Handbook: Section 3, p. 59

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  5. Question 5 of 11

    What restraint must a child under 4 use in Pennsylvania?

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    Answer: An approved child safety seat, in any seat

    Under 4: child safety seat; 4 to under 8: booster seat; 8 to under 18: seat belt, in any seat.

    Handbook: Section 5, p. 90

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  6. Question 6 of 11

    A 6-year-old rides in your car. What does Pennsylvania law require?

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    Answer: A booster seat

    Children 4 to under 8 must use a booster seat with lap and shoulder belts.

    Handbook: Section 5, p. 90

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  7. Question 7 of 11

    How must a child younger than 2 ride?

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    Answer: In a rear-facing car seat

    Under 2, use a rear-facing seat until the child outgrows it; never in front of an active air bag.

    Handbook: Section 5, p. 90

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  8. Question 8 of 11

    What is the maximum speed for a pickup with a person riding in the open bed?

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    Answer: 35 mph

    No more than 35 mph with anyone in an open bed, and no children under 18 there except in specific farm, hunting or parade cases.

    Handbook: Section 3, p. 59

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  9. Question 9 of 11

    What is the fine for littering from a vehicle in Pennsylvania?

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    Answer: Up to $300

    Littering from a vehicle can cost up to $300, including what your passengers throw.

    Handbook: Section 5, p. 92

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  10. Question 10 of 11

    What is the penalty for driving around a sign closing a flooded road?

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    Answer: 2 points and a fine of up to $250

    Driving around road-closure devices brings 2 points and up to $250; if responders are called, up to $500 plus repayment of costs.

    Handbook: Section 5, p. 93

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  11. Question 11 of 11

    Ice flies off your car roof and seriously injures someone. What fine can you face?

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    Answer: $200 to $1,000 per offense

    Remove snow and ice from your whole vehicle before driving; the fine is $200 to $1,000 if it causes death or serious injury.

    Handbook: Section 3, p. 41

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