2025 Tennessee Permit Test 17
The following questions are from real DMV written tests. These are some of the actual permit questions you will face in Tennessee. 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 Tennessee please visit https://staging.dmvwrittentest.cheat-sheets.com/en/tennessee/car.
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17. Which of the following statements about blind spots is true?
Explanation
Blind spots are areas that a driver cannot see if they look in their mirrors. Large trucks have large blind spots that drivers of other vehicles should avoid.
18. While driving at night, a vehicle coming toward you has its high beams on, making it hard for you to see the road ahead. You should:
Explanation
If an oncoming driver fails to dim their high beams, you should avoid looking directly at the headlights. Instead, look toward the right edge of your lane and watch the oncoming vehicle out of the corner of your eye.
19. You hit a parked vehicle and can't find the owner. What must you do?
Explanation
If you hit a parked vehicle or other property, you must leave a note with your name, phone number, and address securely attached to the vehicle or property that you hit.
20. When parallel parking, a vehicle's wheels should be:
Explanation
If stopping at a curb to park, you must be within 18 inches of the curb. Only park where it is safe and legal to do so.
21. When adjusting the driver’s seat for good driving posture, set the seat in an upright position with your body about how far from the steering wheel?
Explanation
Whether or not your vehicle has an airbag, your body should be 10 to 12 inches back from the steering wheel. This will reduce the risk of serious head and neck injuries in the event of a collision.
22. Interstate driving requires drivers to:
Explanation
Safe use of the interstate demands drivers be constantly alert and capable of driving at high speeds.
23. When backing up:
Explanation
When backing up, place your right arm on the back of the passenger seat and look directly through the rear window. Do not depend on your rearview or side mirrors as mirrors do not show directly behind your vehicle. Only drive in reverse at a low speed.
24. It is illegal to make a U-turn near a curve or hill when the driver cannot:
Explanation
It is illegal to make a U-turn in any location where you cannot clearly see potential traffic for at least 500 feet in both directions.
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