Free Utah DMV Permit Test Practice Test

Sample Utah DMV practice questions

Try a few representative questions below. Each includes the correct answer and a short explanation — the same style you'll see in the full practice test.

1. Question 1Sharing the Road

   You are approaching a large, slow-moving farm vehicle on a two-lane road. The vehicle is traveling at 15 mph. You have checked your mirrors and there is no oncoming traffic. What is the safest course of action?

   • A.Wait for the farm vehicle to pull over or reach a designated passing zone.(Correct)
   • B.Slow down and maintain a safe following distance until you reach a passing zone.
   • C.Honk your horn repeatedly to alert the farmer to let you pass.
   • D.Immediately pass the farm vehicle, as you have a clear lane and no oncoming traffic.

   Explanation

   You must wait for the farm vehicle to pull over or reach a designated passing zone. While there is no oncoming traffic, farm vehicles are often wide and may not be able to move easily to allow passing. Honking can startle the operator, and passing immediately without a designated zone is unsafe. Always maintain a safe distance and wait for a clear and legal opportunity to pass.

2. Question 2Safe Driving Practices

   You are driving on a two-lane highway at 60 mph and need to merge into traffic. The gap between vehicles in the right lane is 8 seconds. You are traveling at 55 mph. What is the minimum safe speed to match the traffic in the right lane to merge without causing a hazard?

   • A.58 mph(Correct)
   • B.55 mph
   • C.60 mph
   • D.50 mph

   Explanation

   To safely merge, you need to match the speed of the traffic in the lane you are entering. An 8-second gap at 60 mph provides approximately 704 feet of space (8 seconds * 60 miles/hour * 5280 feet/mile / 3600 seconds/hour). To cover this distance in 8 seconds, you need to reach a speed of at least 58 mph. Merging at 55 mph would be too slow and could cause the vehicle behind you to brake suddenly. Merging at 60 mph might be too fast if the traffic is not consistently at that speed. Waiting for a larger gap is also a good option.

3. Question 3Traffic Signs and Signals

   You are approaching an intersection where a traffic signal is malfunctioning and flashing red. Simultaneously, you observe a pedestrian in the crosswalk, and a vehicle approaching from your right at the same speed you are traveling. Which action should you prioritize?

   • A.Immediately accelerate to clear the intersection before the pedestrian or other vehicle reaches it.
   • B.Proceed through the intersection cautiously, assuming other drivers will yield to you.
   • C.Slow down but do not stop, as the flashing red signal defaults to a yield condition.
   • D.Stop completely and yield to the pedestrian and the vehicle on your right, then proceed when clear.(Correct)

   Explanation

   A flashing red signal indicates you must stop completely, similar to a stop sign. You must yield to pedestrians in the crosswalk and to any traffic already in or approaching the intersection. The vehicle on your right has the right-of-way as per general right-of-way rules for intersections. Proceeding without stopping is dangerous and illegal. Always prioritize pedestrian safety and established right-of-way rules at malfunctioning signals. Remember, a stop is required, not just a yield, when a signal flashes red.

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