2026 Wisconsin Permit Test 17
The following questions are from real DMV written tests. These are some of the actual permit questions you will face in Wisconsin. 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 Wisconsin please visit https://staging.dmvwrittentest.cheat-sheets.com/en/wisconsin/car.
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36. A broken yellow line between two lanes of traffic means:
Explanation
Dashed yellow lines separate single lanes of traffic moving in opposite directions. Passing is allowed when there is no oncoming traffic in the passing lane.
37. When in a travel lane on the roadway:
Explanation
You should not stop in a travel lane for any reason. Instead, keep moving until you can safely pull off of the road. If you miss your turn or exit, do not back up. Go to the next turn or exit or where you can safely turn around.
38. This road sign means:
Explanation
Warning signs provide notice to road users of a situation that might not be readily apparent and are usually yellow with black markings. This warning sign tells drivers to be alert to an intersecting side road ahead.
39. At a railroad crossing, you must:
Explanation
You must approach all railroad crossings with extreme caution and cross only when you know that no train is coming from either direction. Be aware of vehicles that must stop at all railroad crossings, such as school buses and trucks carrying hazardous materials.
40. As you enter into a roundabout, you should slow down and:
Explanation
When entering a roundabout, you must yield to pedestrians, bicyclists, and traffic already in the roundabout.
41. You come to an intersection displaying a flashing red light. You should:
Explanation
A flashing red traffic light has the same meaning as a stop sign. You must stop, yield the right-of-way, and go once it is safe.
42. “Highway hypnosis” is a driving condition that can result from:
Explanation
"Highway hypnosis” happens when you stare straight ahead at the roadway for long periods of time and stop actively scanning ahead, behind, and around your vehicle. This can lead you to zone out, making you very likely to crash into traffic slowing or stopping ahead of you.
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