2025 Tennessee Permit Test 3
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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9. You may be able to identify an aggressive driver by:
Explanation
While driving, you should remain aware of the actions of surrounding drivers. If you notice an aggressive driver nearby making erratic or improper lane changes, you should not challenge them. The safest way to handle an aggressive driver is to get out of their way.
10. What should a driver do when approaching a traffic control signal that is not in operation?
Explanation
When traffic control signals are not working, a driver must always treat the intersection as an all-way stop and come to a complete stop, unless otherwise directed by law enforcement. The driver must then look and yield the right-of-way before entering the intersection.
11. You want to make a right turn at the corner. A pedestrian with a guide dog is at the corner ready to cross the street in front of you. Before making your right turn, you should:
Explanation
Pedestrians using guide dogs or white canes (with or without a red tip) must be given the right-of-way at all times.
12. A driver license may be revoked or suspended for:
Explanation
There are number of causes for which a person's license can be revoked or suspended in Tennessee. Among these are fraudulently altering a driver license or receiving 12 or more points on a driving record within a 12-month period. Drivers under age 18 may receive notice of license suspension or revocation if they acquire six points within a 12-month period.
13. Tailgating other drivers (driving too closely to their rear bumper):
Explanation
Tailgating is a common behavior that can lead to aggressive driving, and so it should be avoided. Drivers may face legal consequences for driving unsafely.
14. If you become drowsy while driving, you should:
Explanation
If you start to feel tired while driving, drive to the first available rest stop or service area to take a break, nap, stretch, or change drivers. You should not rely on caffeine pills or energy drinks, as these are not a replacement for rest and may make your driving even more dangerous.
15. Before returning to your original lane after passing another vehicle, you should:
Explanation
When passing is permitted, look for both headlights of the passed vehicle in your rearview mirror. Only then may you safely return to your original lane.
16. A solid yellow line on your side of the centerline means:
Explanation
Solid yellow lines on two-lane roads indicate zones where passing is prohibited. If a solid yellow line appears next to a broken yellow line, drivers in the lane nearest to the solid yellow line may not pass. In some instances, both yellow lines will be solid, indicating that it is not safe to pass from either direction.
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