Louisiana Car / Permit Practice Test 7

11.On traffic signs, the color red is used to communicate which idea?

Stop or an action you are not allowed to takePoints of recreational or cultural interest nearbyA caution to be alert and prepare to slowDirections to services such as food and lodging

12.When you approach a horse being ridden or led along the road, what should you avoid doing?

Sounding the horn or revving the engine loudlySlowing down as you get nearGiving the horse extra room as you passDriving at a reasonable, steady speed

13.When parking uphill next to a curb, how should you position the front wheels?

Turned toward the curbIt does not matter which way they pointStraight ahead in the laneTurned away from the curb

14.If you are hydroplaning and lose traction, what is the correct response?

Brake firmly and turn the wheel sharplyEase off the gas and avoid using the brakesAccelerate hard to power through the waterPump the brakes rapidly while turning

15.What does a steady green arrow displayed at a signal permit?

Straight-through travel only, with no turnsA required stop before any movement is allowedA protected turn in the direction the arrow pointsA turn that must yield to all cross traffic first

16.The SIPDE process is a method for driving defensively. What does the first step, 'S', involve?

Scanning and searching the whole scene continuouslyStopping fully at all intersectionsSignaling every intended movementSlowing to well below the speed limit

17.If a driver keeps their high beams on and is blinding you, what should you do?

Switch on your own high beams to even things outClose one eye until the vehicle passesLook to the right edge of the road and slow downSpeed up so the encounter ends sooner

18.If you cannot see a truck driver's face in the truck's side mirror, what does that tell you?

The truck driver can clearly see you anywayThe truck is about to make a left turnYou are at a perfectly safe distance to stayThe driver cannot see you and may not know you're there

19.How should you respond to an emergency vehicle using its siren and flashing lights?

Pull to the right edge, clear of intersections, and stopStop immediately in your current lane and waitSpeed up to get out of its way as fast as possibleContinue at your normal speed since it will go around

20.A double solid white line between two lanes going the same direction means what?

You may cross only to reach an exit rampPassing is allowed but only at nightThe lanes carry traffic in opposite directionsCrossing the line is prohibited