2025 Oregon Permit Test 17
The following questions are from real DMV written tests. These are some of the actual permit questions you will face in Oregon. Each permit practice test question has three answer choices. Select one answer for each question and select "grade this section." You can find this button at the bottom of the drivers license quiz. For a complete list of questions and answers for Oregon please visit https://staging.dmvwrittentest.cheat-sheets.com/en/oregon/car.
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1. A flashing red light on a traffic signal means:
Explanation
A flashing red light means the same thing as a stop sign. If you encounter a flashing red light, you should come to a complete stop, yield to appropriate traffic and pedestrians, and only proceed when it is safe to do so.
2. While driving on a two-lane road without bicycle lanes, you encounter a bicyclist traveling in the same direction. What is the safest way to pass the bicyclist?
Explanation
You should pass a bicyclist the same way you would pass any other vehicle, but not so fast or close to them that you throw debris in their face or blow them around with the draft of air from your vehicle. Allow at least 3 feet of space between your side mirror and the bicyclist, or at least 5 feet on higher speed roads or when there is a group of bicyclists. Honking unnecessarily may startle riders and make them more likely to crash.
3. This sign means:
Explanation
This sign indicates that right turns are prohibited. Do not make a right turn at an intersection where this sign is posted.
4. Downward-facing triangular signs:
Explanation
Downward-facing triangular signs usually indicate that drivers should yield. Once the road is clear of traffic or pedestrians and it is safe to do so, drivers may proceed.
5. You have the right-of-way when turning left on which of the following traffic signals?
Explanation
A green steady arrow means you may pass through the intersection in the direction that the arrow is pointing. Oncoming traffic is required to stop for turning traffic.
6. When driving in traffic, it is safest to:
Explanation
Crashes often happen when some drivers go faster or slower than other vehicles on the road. Always try to drive with the flow of traffic, within the posted speed limit.
7. Before changing lanes on a multilane highway, you should:
Explanation
Before changing lanes, you should look in your rearview and side mirrors to make sure no one is trying to pass you. You should also look over your shoulder to make sure that no one is in your blind spot.
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