Washington State Knowledge Test Safe Driving Practices 2

Question 1

What is the correct hand signal for a left turn in Washington?

Accepted Answer

Left arm extended straight out horizontally

Answer

Left arm extended upward at 90 degrees

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Left arm extended downward at 45 degrees

Answer

Right arm extended through window

Question 2

When should you turn on your headlights in Washington according to state law?

Accepted Answer

From sunset to sunrise and whenever visibility is less than 1,000 feet

Answer

Only after sunset

Answer

Whenever it is raining

Answer

Only in designated night driving hours

Question 3

How far in advance must you signal before turning or changing lanes in Washington?

Accepted Answer

100 feet

Answer

50 feet

Answer

200 feet

Answer

300 feet

Question 4

What should you do if you begin to feel drowsy while driving in Washington?

Accepted Answer

Pull off the road safely and rest

Answer

Open the windows and turn up the radio

Answer

Drink coffee and continue driving carefully

Answer

Accelerate to reach your destination faster

Question 5

In Washington, what does a solid yellow line on your side of the road mean?

Accepted Answer

Passing is prohibited

Answer

Passing is permitted when safe

Answer

The road is one-way

Answer

A lane shift is ahead

Question 6

What is the proper use of a vehicle's horn in Washington State?

Accepted Answer

Only as a safety warning when necessary

Answer

To greet other drivers you know

Answer

To signal frustration at slow drivers

Answer

Whenever entering an intersection