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Nevada Permit Practice Test 3
20 new questions · no repeats from Test 1 or 2 · Updated July 12, 2026
The third full set of 20 — no repeats from Tests 1 or 2 — rounding out every topic the real exam draws from. The real Nevada exam is 25 questions at 80% to pass — that 80% bar ties Nevada with 35 other states at #7 strictest of the 50 states.
Answer each question to see the explanation. Your score is tallied against the real passing bar at the end.
1. Under Nevada’s Implied Consent Law, if an officer suspects you are driving under the influence, you can be asked to take:
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Correct answer: A blood, breath or urine test
Under Nevada’s Implied Consent Law, if an officer suspects you are driving under the influence you will be asked to take a blood, breath or urine test.
2. How many valid driver licenses or ID cards may a Nevada resident hold at one time?
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Correct answer: Only one — any license or ID card from another jurisdiction must be surrendered
A resident of Nevada may hold only one driver license or identification card. A license or ID card from another jurisdiction must be surrendered to get a Nevada one.
3. A yellow curb marking indicates:
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Correct answer: A loading zone, with rules that depend on local laws
Yellow means a loading zone, and the specific rules depend on local laws. Watch for posted signs.
4. According to the handbook’s point table, reckless driving is assigned:
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Correct answer: 8 points
Reckless driving is assigned 8 demerit points — the highest value on the handbook’s partial list. Careless driving is 6 points.
5. When you are entering a freeway from an on-ramp, who has the right-of-way?
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Correct answer: Traffic already on the freeway — you may enter only when it is safe
When entering a freeway, yield the right-of-way to traffic already on the freeway. Use the merge lane to accelerate and enter only when it is safe to do so.
6. In Nevada, using a handheld cell phone for voice calls while driving is:
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Correct answer: Prohibited unless you use a hands-free accessory
Using a handheld wireless device for voice communication is prohibited unless it is used with a hands-free accessory.
7. Leaving a dog or cat unattended in a vehicle during extreme heat or cold is:
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Correct answer: A misdemeanor offense
It is illegal to leave a dog or cat unattended in a vehicle during periods of extreme heat or cold. This is a misdemeanor, and officials may use reasonable force to rescue the animal.
8. A five-sided (pentagon) sign marks what?
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Correct answer: A school zone or school crossing
The pentagon (5 sides) is used for school zones and school crossings. Slow down and watch for children in these areas.
9. On a two-lane-each-direction highway, where should slower traffic travel?
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Correct answer: In the right lane, leaving the left lane for faster traffic
When there are two or more lanes moving in the same direction, slower traffic must move to the right and allow other drivers to pass. Leave the extreme left lane for faster traffic.
10. On a two-way road, from which lane should you begin a left turn?
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Correct answer: The lane just to the right of the center line
On a two-way road, use the lane just to the right of the center line to begin a left turn, and complete the turn into the traffic lane closest to you going in your intended direction.
11. If you refuse to submit to a chemical test when directed by an officer, your driving privilege will be revoked for a first offense for:
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Correct answer: One year
If you fail to submit to the officer-directed tests, your privilege to drive will be revoked for one year for a first offense (three years if your privilege was revoked in the prior seven years).
12. Which test is always given when you apply for a Nevada driver license, even if other tests are waived?
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Correct answer: The vision test
Your vision is always tested when you apply. Other tests may be waived only if you meet all of the DMV’s criteria (clean recent record, no DUI in 7 years, valid same-class out-of-state license, age 21+).
13. When you finish parallel parking, about how far from the curb should your car be?
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Correct answer: About 18 inches
After centering your car in the space, you should end up about 18 inches from the curb.
14. According to the handbook’s point table, following too closely is assigned:
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Correct answer: 4 points
Following too closely is assigned 4 demerit points, the same value as failure to yield the right-of-way or disobeying a traffic signal or stop sign.
15. Which statement about right-of-way is correct under Nevada law?
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Correct answer: The law does not give anyone the right-of-way; it only says who must yield
Nevada law does not give anyone the "right-of-way" — it only says who must yield. Even when you legally have the right-of-way, you must do everything possible to avoid a crash.
16. When may you use a handheld device while driving in Nevada?
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Correct answer: To report an emergency when stopping would be inadvisable or dangerous
Texting, reading, and searching the internet on a handheld device are prohibited. You may use the device to report an emergency if stopping the vehicle would be inadvisable, impractical or dangerous.
17. The safest place in the car for children to ride is:
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Correct answer: The back seat
Teach children to ride buckled up in the back seat, which is generally the safest place in the car.
18. What does the color orange on a highway sign indicate?
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Correct answer: Road construction or repair (work zone) warning
Orange signs warn of road construction or repair. Brown signs give recreation/scenic-area information, and blue signs give driver services such as food and lodging.
19. Why should you reduce speed below the posted limit in bad weather?
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Correct answer: Speed limits are set for normal conditions; bad weather reduces traction and visibility
Speed limits are set for normal driving conditions. When bad weather makes it hard to see or makes the road slick, drivers need to adjust their speed below the posted limit.
20. After you complete a turn and enter the flow of traffic, what should you check?
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Correct answer: That your turn signal has turned off
Be sure the turn signal is off after you enter the flow of traffic. A signal left blinking can mislead other drivers about your intentions.
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