Washington Permit Practice Test 12 (2026)

Question 1 of 20

May you park on the white-striped access aisle next to a disabled space?

1. Yes, briefly
2. No, it must be kept clear
3. Yes, with flashers

Question 2 of 20

At a mid-block marked crosswalk without a stop sign, must you stop for pedestrians?

1. Yes, pedestrians always have the right-of-way
2. No, only at intersections
3. Only if they wave

Question 3 of 20

What does this crossbuck sign mark?

1. A designated railroad crossing
2. A four-way stop
3. A hospital

Question 4 of 20

How much distance should you leave behind the vehicle ahead?

1. Half a car length
2. At least twice the length of your vehicle
3. One foot

Question 5 of 20

Is an intersection without painted lines a crosswalk?

1. No
2. Only near schools
3. Yes, every intersection is legally a crosswalk

Question 6 of 20

What does this sign mean?

1. U-turn lane ahead
2. Road curves back
3. U-turns are not allowed

Question 7 of 20

May you park in an EV charging space without plugging in?

1. No, it's illegal
2. Yes, for 15 minutes
3. Yes, if it's electric

Question 8 of 20

What does this regulatory sign mean?

1. Left turns are not allowed
2. Left lane ends
3. Left turn only

Question 9 of 20

Parking uphill next to a tall curb, which way do you turn the wheel?

1. Toward the curb
2. Away from the curb, so the back of the front tire touches it
3. Straight

Question 10 of 20

When a crossing signal is flashing, how far from the nearest rail must you stop?

1. Right at the rail
2. 100 feet
3. Between 15 and 50 feet

Question 11 of 20

What does this sign mean?

1. One-way street ahead
2. You can't enter the street from this direction
3. Stop for pedestrians

Question 12 of 20

Leaving the engine running, it is a crime to leave which children alone in the vehicle?

1. Those under 16
2. Those under 10
3. Those under 18

Question 13 of 20

Lights flash and bells ring at a crossing, but the gate is up. What do you do?

1. Stop anyway
2. Cross quickly
3. Drive around

Question 14 of 20

You see this sign facing you. What should you do?

1. Continue carefully
2. Speed up
3. Stop and turn around immediately

Question 15 of 20

There is no curb where you park on a slope. Where should the tires point?

1. Toward the edge of the road
2. Toward traffic
3. Straight

Question 16 of 20

According to the guide, who could be most affected by your driving decisions?

1. The drivers behind you
2. Pedestrians far away
3. No one

Question 17 of 20

Parking downhill with a curb, which way do you turn the wheel?

1. Away from the curb
2. Straight
3. Toward the curb, so the front tire touches it

Question 18 of 20

How far can a train need to stop?

1. 100 feet
2. Up to a mile
3. As far as a car

Question 19 of 20

Does signing a traffic ticket mean you admit guilt?

1. Yes
2. No, but refusing to sign could lead to arrest
3. You never have to sign

Question 20 of 20

How many things can your brain fully focus on at once?

1. Three
2. One
3. As many as needed