Utah DMV Exam Simulator

Correct answer: Two years

A second or subsequent DUI conviction for a driver 21 and older results in a two-year driver license suspension.

Correct answer: 15 years of age

You may apply for an entry-level learner permit once you have reached a minimum age of 15. The permit lets you take driver education and practice driving until you are eligible for a license.

Correct answer: No further than 12 inches from the curb

If you park next to a curb, the wheel of your car must be no further than 12 inches away from the curb.

Correct answer: Your vehicle, or you as a driver, be insured

The Financial Responsibility Act requires that your vehicle, or you as a driver, be insured. Motor vehicle insurance is the most convenient and least expensive way to comply.

Correct answer: Look left, right, and then left again

Before moving after a stop, look left, right, and then left again before entering the intersection, and check for traffic and bicyclists.

Correct answer: Stay patient and courteous, and not get angry

Don’t get angry when other drivers make mistakes or act rudely. Be patient and courteous. Aggressive driving endangers people and property.

Correct answer: 500 feet

Unless you are on official business, do not follow within 500 feet of any fire vehicle responding to an alarm, and do not drive or park on the same block where it has stopped.

Correct answer: Come to a complete stop, then yield the right-of-way to any vehicle on your right

If the traffic lights are not working, you must first come to a complete stop before entering the intersection and yield the right-of-way to any vehicle on your right, unless directed otherwise by a peace officer.

Correct answer: The two-second rule

Follow at a safe distance using the two-second rule. Increase your following distance in bad weather or poor visibility.

Correct answer: The left lane is for passing; never pass on the shoulder

On multi-lane roads the left lane is for passing slower vehicles. Never pass on the shoulder, and pass as quickly and safely as possible.

Correct answer: 0.04

The DUI limit is over 0.05 BAC for regular drivers, but a stricter 0.04 BAC applies to a driver operating with a commercial driver license (CDL).

Correct answer: The permit and its written-test scores are both valid for 18 months

The entry-level learner permit is valid for 18 months, and its written knowledge test scores are also valid for 18 months. If you let the permit expire, you must retake the written test.

Correct answer: Set the parking brake, stop the motor, and lock the doors

Never leave your vehicle until you have set the parking brake, stopped the motor, and locked the doors.

Correct answer: A class B misdemeanor that can cost you your license, registration, and plates

Anyone who knowingly operates a vehicle without owner’s security is guilty of a class B misdemeanor, which may result in losing your driver license, vehicle registration, and license plates.

Correct answer: Make sure your path of travel is clear and there is no cross traffic

When a light turns green, make sure your path of travel is clear and there is no cross traffic before you proceed. Do not rely on others to obey signals.

Correct answer: Your license being suspended for one year on the first conviction

Utah law defines road rage as committing a criminal offense in response to a roadway incident with intent to endanger or intimidate another. The court may suspend your license for one year on the first conviction.

Correct answer: If you can’t see the truck driver in their side mirror, they can’t see you

Large trucks have serious blind spots (no-zones). An excellent rule is: if you can’t see the truck driver in their side mirror, they can’t see you. Do not linger alongside a truck.

Correct answer: A yellow diamond with black lettering or symbols

Warning signs are usually diamond-shaped and yellow with black lettering or symbols. They warn of possible danger ahead, such as curves, intersections, or merging traffic.

Correct answer: In bad weather or poor visibility

Increase your following distance in bad weather or poor visibility. Under adverse conditions the time needed to stop safely grows.

Correct answer: No less than 200 feet from the oncoming vehicle

Return to the right-hand lane no less than 200 feet from oncoming vehicles. Wait until you can see the passed vehicle in your rearview mirror before signaling and steering back.

Correct answer: Illegal

If you are under 21, it is illegal to purchase, possess, or drink alcoholic beverages. Utah, like all states, has a zero-tolerance law for drivers under 21.

Correct answer: A licensed parent, legal guardian, approved driving instructor, or responsible adult who signed for financial responsibility

A learner permit only entitles you to drive when a licensed parent, legal guardian, approved driving instructor, or responsible adult who signed for financial responsibility is sitting next to you.

Correct answer: 15 feet

You are not allowed to park within 15 feet of a fire hydrant.

Correct answer: Must be in the vehicle and shown to any peace officer who asks (it may be shown electronically)

Any time anyone drives, proof of insurance for the vehicle and/or operator must be in the vehicle and shown to any peace officer asking to see it. You may provide it electronically on a mobile device.

Correct answer: Wait — do not turn just because the oncoming vehicle is signaling, since it may not turn where you expect

Do not turn into a lane just because an oncoming vehicle has a turn signal on. The driver may plan to turn after passing you, or may have forgotten to cancel the signal.

Correct answer: Keep your vehicle under control and in your lane — do not swerve

Do not swerve to avoid the animal; your risk of personal injury may be greater if you do. Keep your vehicle under control and in the travel lane.

Correct answer: Making a right turn

On a turning vehicle the rear wheels follow a shorter path than the front wheels, so drivers of tractor-trailers must often swing out to the left as the first step in making a right turn. Don’t try to pass on the right.

Correct answer: A guide sign that gives directions to cities, towns, and points of interest

Guide signs are square or rectangular and green, brown, or blue. They advise you about intersecting roads and direct you to cities, towns, and points of interest.

Correct answer: More than 15 feet but not more than 50 feet from the nearest rail

At a railroad crossing you must stop more than 15 feet, but not more than 50 feet, from the nearest rail until it is safe to continue. If there is a gate, wait for it to be raised.

Correct answer: When a curve or hill blocks your view of oncoming traffic

Never pass if a curve or hill blocks your view, if there is an oncoming vehicle, at intersections or crosswalks, before a railroad crossing or bridge, or in a no-passing zone.

Correct answer: Six months

The Not-a-Drop Act provides that a person under 21 driving with any measurable amount of alcohol has all driving privileges denied for six months on a first offense.

Correct answer: Applicants 15 to 18 years of age

Applicants ages 15 to 18 must complete an approved driver education course before being licensed. Applicants under 19 must have completed driver ed to obtain a Class D license.

Correct answer: 20 feet

You may not park on a crosswalk or within 20 feet of a crosswalk.

Correct answer: Three years

SR22 "future proof" of financial responsibility must be maintained for three years following the date of the suspension or revocation (or reinstatement in the case of an unsatisfied judgment).

Correct answer: Not change lanes while proceeding through the intersection

Do not change lanes while proceeding through an intersection. Keep both hands on the wheel, slow down, and yield to any pedestrians or traffic in the intersection.

Correct answer: Dawn and dusk

Use caution when driving at dawn and dusk, when animals are most active, and be alert on roadways marked with animal crossing signs.

Correct answer: Pass completely and on the left, and not linger alongside it

Always pass a tractor-trailer completely and on the left side. Don’t linger alongside — your position makes it impossible for the trucker to take evasive action if an obstacle appears ahead.

Correct answer: You cannot do the action shown in the sign

Regulatory signs are typically white with black, red, or green letters or symbols. A red circle with a red slash across the symbol means you cannot do the thing shown.

Correct answer: All stop signs and both steady and flashing red lights

A complete stop is required at all stop signs, at a steady (non-flashing) red light, and at a flashing red light. A rolling stop is not adequate.

Correct answer: On a straight, clearly marked passing zone with no oncoming traffic

Never pass at intersections, before a railroad crossing or bridge, in a no-passing zone, or when a curve or hill blocks your view. Passing is allowed only where it is marked and safe with no oncoming traffic.

Correct answer: Two years or until age 21, whichever is longer

A second or subsequent Not-a-Drop offense within 10 years of a prior denial results in loss of driving privileges for two years or until the person reaches 21, whichever is longer.

Correct answer: 40 hours of driving, including 10 hours after sunset

A student must complete 40 hours of driving practice — 10 of them after sunset — with a parent or legal guardian, on top of the required driver education hours.

Correct answer: 30 feet

Parking is prohibited within 30 feet of any flashing beacon, stop sign, yield sign, or traffic control signal, so you do not block a driver’s view of the device.

Correct answer: 10 years

All alcohol/drug-related violations, suspensions, and revocations remain on your record for 10 years. Convictions for other moving violations and suspensions stay on the record for the past three years.

Correct answer: Slow down and yield to traffic and pedestrians already in the roundabout, entering when it is clear

Slow down as you approach a roundabout and yield to oncoming traffic and pedestrians. Enter when it is clear, proceed through, and signal your intention to exit.

Correct answer: Stop driving, pull off at a rest area, and take a break or a short nap

If you start to feel tired, stop driving, pull off at an exit or rest area, and take a 20-minute power nap, or find a place to sleep for the night. Do not drive if you are tired.

Correct answer: Give it a full lane and not try to share the lane

Give motorcycles an entire lane. Do not share the lane — motorcycles need space to react to other traffic. They are small and hard to see, so check your mirrors and blind spots.

Correct answer: Orange with black letters or symbols

Work zone signs are diamond or rectangular and orange with black letters or symbols. They warn of workers and equipment on or near the road.

Correct answer: Enough that you can see the rear tires of the vehicle in front of you

When stopping behind another vehicle, keep a safe gap — you should be able to see the rear tires of the vehicle in front of you. This gives room to maneuver if needed.

Correct answer: Slow down and give the bicyclist as much space as possible

Slow down when passing bicyclists and give them as much space as possible. Bicyclists are more vulnerable and can be affected by the wind from a passing vehicle.