West Virginia DMV Exam Simulator

Correct answer: Relevant evidence used to presume a driver’s ability is impaired

A BAC of more than 0.05 percent and less than 0.08 percent is relevant evidence to presume a person is driving while impaired. Your license can be revoked even at a BAC below 0.08 percent.

Correct answer: Keep your eyes on the road, shift into neutral, and use your brakes to stop

If your gas pedal sticks, concentrate on steering, try to free the pedal with your foot, then push in the clutch or shift into neutral. Use your brakes, stop at the nearest safe place, and turn off the ignition.

Correct answer: 15 years old

You must be at least 15 to obtain a Level 1 GDL instruction permit. You must also pass a vision screening and a knowledge test and have the written consent of a parent or legal guardian (form DMV-DS-23P).

Correct answer: 30 feet

Stopping, standing, or parking is prohibited within 30 feet of any stop sign or traffic-control signal, so parked vehicles do not block the view of the sign or signal.

Correct answer: Prohibited unless it is accomplished with hands-free equipment

Using any electronic communication device while driving on a public street or highway is prohibited unless it is accomplished with hands-free equipment. A driver’s concentration drops 20–33% when using such a device.

Correct answer: Pull over to the right edge of the road, clear of the intersection, and stop

You must yield to any emergency vehicle sounding a siren and flashing warning lights by pulling over to the right edge of the road, clear of the intersection, and stopping until it has passed.

Correct answer: Continue to the next exit and turn around there

Never make a U-turn on an interstate. Go to the next exit to turn around. The crossovers in interstate medians are for police and emergency vehicles only.

Correct answer: Warn of possible danger or a change in the road ahead

Diamond-shaped signs are warning signs. They are yellow with black letters or symbols and warn of possible danger ahead, such as curves, merging traffic, or a lane ending.

Correct answer: 55 mph

Unless otherwise posted or unreasonable for the conditions, the designated speed limit for an open county highway is 55 mph.

Correct answer: Finish turning in the proper lane

Always finish turning in the proper lane. On a multiple-lane road, complete a left turn from the lane just right of the center line and a right turn into the right-most curb lane.

Correct answer: Yes — under West Virginia law it can be revoked below 0.08 percent

Under West Virginia law, your driver’s license can be revoked if your BAC is less than 0.08 percent. Any measurable alcohol also results in loss of license for drivers under 21.

Correct answer: Grip the wheel, ease off the gas, and slow down before steering gently back onto the pavement

If you run off the road, grip the wheel tightly, stay on the shoulder, ease off the accelerator, and brake gently. After slowing, check for traffic and turn back onto the pavement, then straighten out.

Correct answer: Only between 5:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m.

A Level 1 GDL instruction permit holder may only drive between the hours of 5:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m., and only with a licensed driver who is at least 21 in the right front passenger seat.

Correct answer: Within 50 feet

You may not stop, stand, or park within 50 feet of the nearest rail of a railroad crossing. A parked vehicle there could obstruct a driver crossing the tracks.

Correct answer: A $100 fine and zero points

A first offense is a $100 fine and zero points, a second offense is $200 and zero points, and a third or subsequent offense is $300 and three points.

Correct answer: So the emergency driver knows you are stopped

Keep your foot on the brake after pulling over so the emergency driver knows you are stopped. Watch for other emergency vehicles before proceeding.

Correct answer: Move over to the open lane as soon as possible

When a lane is closed, signs are posted well in advance. Move over to the open lane as soon as possible rather than waiting until the last minute. Obey special speed limits and flaggers.

Correct answer: "No" — the action shown is prohibited

A red outline with a diagonal bar through it always means "NO." It tells you the action pictured — such as a turn or a U-turn — is prohibited.

Correct answer: 25 mph

The designated speed limit for business or residential areas is 25 mph unless otherwise posted.

Correct answer: So a bump from behind will not push you into oncoming traffic

When waiting to turn left, do not turn your wheels to the left. If your vehicle is bumped from behind with the wheels turned, it could be pushed into oncoming traffic.

Correct answer: Before the start of any activity involving alcohol

A designated driver — a companion who will not drink while responsible for driving — should always be appointed before the start of any activity involving alcohol. It is the safest way to avoid a DUI.

Correct answer: Ease up on the accelerator and, once it slows, gently apply the brakes

If you lose steering control, ease up on the accelerator. If the vehicle stays in your lane, wait until it slows, then gently brake. Only if it heads off the road or toward a hazard should you brake hard with maximum pressure.

Correct answer: A licensed driver at least 21 years old in the right front passenger seat

A Level 1 GDL permit holder may only drive with a licensed driver who is at least 21 years old seated in the right front passenger seat at all times.

Correct answer: Within 20 feet

Parking is prohibited within 20 feet of a crosswalk at an intersection. It is also illegal to park directly on a crosswalk.

Correct answer: Not a violation of the wireless-device law

Using an electronic communication device to report a fire, traffic crash, serious road hazard, or emergency to the appropriate authorities is not a violation of the law.