Florida Permit Practice Test 3
50 questions, the same length as the FLHSMV test. You need 40 correct to pass. Pick an answer to see whether you are right and why.
Questions from the Official Florida Driver License Handbook, last checked November 1, 2026. Your progress is saved on this device.
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Question 1 of 50 · Safe driving practices
You come to a roadway covered with floodwater and cannot tell how deep it is. What should you do?
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Correct answer: B. Turn around and choose a different route
Depth and current cannot be judged, and the vehicle could be swept away or submerged, so you should find another route.
Source: Official Florida Driver License Handbook, “Night Driving”, page 72. Handbook PDF
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Question 2 of 50 · Safe driving practices
You are following a bus or large truck toward a railroad crossing with the gates up and no flashing lights. Why should you be ready to stop?
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Correct answer: D. Many such vehicles must stop at crossings regardless of the signals
Many buses and trucks are required to stop at crossings even when the gates are up and the lights are off, so the vehicle ahead may stop suddenly.
Source: Official Florida Driver License Handbook, “Specialized Signs and Signals”, page 57. Handbook PDF
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Question 3 of 50 · Licensing rules
A Florida driver's license was suspended because of too many points. Which course must be completed to reinstate driving privileges?
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Correct answer: A. Advanced driver improvement course
A suspension for points, as a habitual traffic offender (non-DUI), or by court order requires an advanced driver improvement course for reinstatement.
Source: Official Florida Driver License Handbook, “Driver License Testing”, page 18. Handbook PDF
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Question 4 of 50 · Safe driving practices
You are in a multi-lane roundabout and want to make a U-turn. Which lane should you choose before you enter?
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Correct answer: B. The left lane
In a multi-lane roundabout, U-turns and left turns are made from the left lane. Lane changes inside the roundabout are not allowed, so the correct lane has to be picked before entering.
Source: Official Florida Driver License Handbook, “Limited Access Highways”, page 63. Handbook PDF
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Question 5 of 50 · Licensing rules
You recently changed your name and want the new name on your Florida driver license. What must you do before applying?
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Correct answer: A. Update your name with the Social Security Administration
The name on your social security document must match the name you want on your license. After a name change, your Social Security records have to be updated first.
Source: Official Florida Driver License Handbook, “Step 2: Social Security Number or Secondary Identification”, page 6. Handbook PDF
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Question 6 of 50 · Alcohol & drugs
For how many years must a DUI conviction remain on a Florida driving record?
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Correct answer: D. 75 years
A DUI conviction stays on the driving record for 75 years in Florida.
Source: Official Florida Driver License Handbook, “Drinking & Driving”, page 35. Handbook PDF
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Question 7 of 50 · Licensing rules
Above what engine size must someone riding a two- or three-wheel motorcycle in Florida have a motorcycle endorsement or a Motorcycle Only license?
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Correct answer: A. 50 cc
Florida requires an endorsement or Motorcycle Only license for two- or three-wheel motorcycles with engines larger than 50 cc.
Source: Official Florida Driver License Handbook, “License Classifications”, page 4. Handbook PDF
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Question 8 of 50 · Licensing rules
A Florida driver is found at fault in a crash, and someone in the other vehicle is taken to the hospital. What must the driver complete to keep the license?
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Correct answer: D. Basic driver improvement course
An at-fault crash in which someone is transported to a hospital requires a basic driver improvement course to retain the license.
Source: Official Florida Driver License Handbook, “DRIVING SCHOOLS & TEST PROVIDERS”, page 17. Handbook PDF
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Question 9 of 50 · Right of way
You need to turn right and must cross a bike lane where a bicyclist is riding beside you. What should you do?
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Correct answer: A. Yield to the bicyclist and turn after they pass
When you cross into a bike lane to turn, you must yield to any bicyclist and complete your turn behind them.
Source: Official Florida Driver License Handbook, “SHARING THE ROAD”, page 81. Handbook PDF
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Question 10 of 50 · Safe driving practices
After driving through deep water, you suspect your brakes are wet. How should you dry them?
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Correct answer: A. Drive slowly in low gear while lightly applying the brakes
Wet brakes may pull to one side or fail to hold. Driving slowly in low gear while applying the brakes dries them out.
Source: Official Florida Driver License Handbook, “Emergency Scenarios”, page 80. Handbook PDF
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Question 11 of 50 · Licensing rules
An applicant for a Florida driver license must prove their social security number. Which of these documents is acceptable for that purpose?
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Correct answer: A. A W-2 form
A W-2 is among the originals or certified documents accepted as proof of a social security number. Utility bills help show residence, and the other items are not listed as proof of the number.
Source: Official Florida Driver License Handbook, “Step 2: Social Security Number or Secondary Identification”, page 6. Handbook PDF
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Question 12 of 50 · Licensing rules
A motor vehicle owner must carry Florida's required insurance once the vehicle has been in the state for how many days during the last 365, even if the days are not consecutive?
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Correct answer: B. 90 days
Florida's insurance requirement applies to a vehicle that has been in the state 90 days, consecutive or not, within the previous 365 days.
Source: Official Florida Driver License Handbook, “YOUR DRIVING PRIVEGE”, page 23. Handbook PDF
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Question 13 of 50 · Licensing rules
How many hours of nighttime driving must be certified as part of the 50 hours of experience for a Class E applicant under 18?
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Correct answer: A. 10 hours
The certification covers at least 50 hours of supervised driving, and 10 of those hours must be done at night.
Source: Official Florida Driver License Handbook, “Requirements for Class E”, page 8. Handbook PDF
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Question 14 of 50 · Speed limits
Two Florida drivers are cited for speeding with no crashes. One was 10 MPH over the limit and the other was 18 MPH over. How does the faster driver's point total compare?
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Correct answer: C. One more point than the slower driver
Going 15 MPH or less over the limit is 3 points, while going 16 MPH or more over is 4 points. The faster driver therefore gets one extra point.
Source: Official Florida Driver License Handbook, “Losing the Privilege to Drive”, page 30. Handbook PDF
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Question 15 of 50 · Safe driving practices
A passenger car is carrying a wide load. On the right side, how far may the load extend past the line of the fenders?
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Correct answer: A. 6 inches
On a passenger vehicle, a load may extend no more than 6 inches beyond the right-side fender line. It may not extend past the fenders on the left side at all.
Source: Official Florida Driver License Handbook, “Equipment Standards”, page 42. Handbook PDF
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Question 16 of 50 · Parking
When you park parallel on a public road in the direction of traffic, how close should your right wheels be to the curb?
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Correct answer: A. Within 12 inches of the curb
Parallel parking should be done on the right side, in the direction of traffic, with the right-hand wheels parallel to the curb and no more than 12 inches from it.
Source: Official Florida Driver License Handbook, “Parking”, page 65. Handbook PDF
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Question 17 of 50 · Safe driving practices
In FL, which number can you dial for help if another driver is threatening you on the road?
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Correct answer: D. *FHP (*347)
Florida drivers who need help from a threatening driver can call *FHP (*347), the Highway Patrol line, or 911.
Source: Official Florida Driver License Handbook, “Drugged Driving”, page 36. Handbook PDF
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Question 18 of 50 · Licensing rules
How many multiple-choice questions make up the FL Class E Knowledge Exam?
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Correct answer: D. 50 questions
The Class E Knowledge Exam has 50 multiple-choice questions covering traffic laws, safe driving practices, and traffic controls.
Source: Official Florida Driver License Handbook, “Driver License Testing”, page 20. Handbook PDF
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Question 19 of 50 · Sharing the road
How wide must an unpaved median be, at minimum, for drivers going the opposite way from a stopped school bus to be excused from stopping?
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Correct answer: C. Five feet
An unpaved median counts as a barrier only if it is at least five feet wide. Anything narrower means traffic in both directions must stop.
Source: Official Florida Driver License Handbook, “Sharing the Road: School Buses”, page 89. Handbook PDF
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Question 20 of 50 · Safe driving practices
During the FL driving skills test, for how much distance before a turn should you signal?
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Correct answer: B. The last 100 feet
The test expects you to get in the proper lane and signal your turn for the final 100 feet before turning, using hand or mechanical signals.
Source: Official Florida Driver License Handbook, “Driver License Testing”, page 20. Handbook PDF
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Question 21 of 50 · Safe driving practices
Your car starts sliding because a thin film of water has lifted the tires off the pavement. What is this called?
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Correct answer: C. Hydroplaning
Hydroplaning is when the tires ride on a layer of water instead of gripping the road, so you can lose control and skid.
Source: Official Florida Driver License Handbook, “Night Driving”, page 72. Handbook PDF
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Question 22 of 50 · Speed limits
A vehicle is found in violation by a camera-equipped radar device enforcing a school zone speed limit under the 2023 FL bill. What fine can the registered owner face?
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Correct answer: B. $100
The 2023 school zone speed enforcement legislation sets a $100 fine for the registered owner of a vehicle caught in violation. The $200 and $25 amounts belong to the school bus passing provisions.
Source: Official Florida Driver License Handbook, “PENDING STATUTE CHANGES FOR 2023”, page Cii. Handbook PDF
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Question 23 of 50 · Signals & pavement markings
You are stopped at a red light on a one-way street. Under what circumstance may you turn left on red after stopping?
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Correct answer: A. The street you turn onto is one-way with traffic moving left
A left turn on red is allowed only from a one-way street onto a one-way street where traffic flows to the left, after stopping and yielding.
Source: Official Florida Driver License Handbook, “Traffic Signals”, page 51. Handbook PDF
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Question 24 of 50 · Safe driving practices
What does it mean to "over drive" your headlights at night?
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Correct answer: D. Driving too fast to stop within the distance you can see
Over driving your lights means your speed is too high for the distance the headlights let you see, so you cannot react in time.
Source: Official Florida Driver License Handbook, “Night Driving”, page 73. Handbook PDF
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Question 25 of 50 · Road signs
You see a warning sign telling you that a divided highway ends ahead. What will the road be like after that point?
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Correct answer: C. A roadway with two-way traffic, so keep right
When a divided highway ends, the road turns into a two-way road with oncoming traffic, so drivers need to keep to the right.
Source: Official Florida Driver License Handbook, “Traffic Signs”, page 49. Handbook PDF
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Question 26 of 50 · Safe driving practices
You are driving through dense fog. Which headlight setting should you use, and why?
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Correct answer: C. Low beams, because high beams reflect off the fog
In low visibility you must use headlights, and low beams are best because high beams bounce off fog and make seeing even harder. Parking lights are not enough.
Source: Official Florida Driver License Handbook, “SPECIAL DRIVING SITUATIONS”, page 71. Handbook PDF
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Question 27 of 50 · Sharing the road
Which farm vehicles must show a slow-moving vehicle sign on the rear when driven on public highways that are not limited access?
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Correct answer: A. Those built to travel under 25 MPH
Farm vehicles designed to run at less than 25 MPH have to display the slow-moving vehicle sign on their rear when on public highways.
Source: Official Florida Driver License Handbook, “Sharing the Road: School Buses”, page 89. Handbook PDF
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Question 28 of 50 · Licensing rules
Which situation can keep a Florida driver from getting a license renewed?
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Correct answer: B. Having ignored a summons tied to a traffic violation
A license can't be renewed if a summons connected to a traffic violation went unanswered. A new address or name only requires extra documents, and glasses are not a bar.
Source: Official Florida Driver License Handbook, “License Renewal”, page 13. Handbook PDF
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Question 29 of 50 · Signals & pavement markings
You notice white painted connecting X shapes on the road at a railroad crossing. What do these markings tell you?
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Correct answer: A. Stay out of this danger zone and do not stop in it
The connecting X markings, called the dynamic envelope, show the space a train needs to pass. Road users must not stop in it because anything there could be hit.
Source: Official Florida Driver License Handbook, “Specialized Signs and Signals”, page 56. Handbook PDF
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Question 30 of 50 · Licensing rules
A driver leaves the scene of a crash that injured someone. What is the shortest time the driver will lose their license?
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Correct answer: D. 3 years
Hit and run involving death, serious injury, or injury carries a minimum three-year loss of the driver license.
Source: Official Florida Driver License Handbook, “Your Responsibilities After a Crash”, page 77. Handbook PDF
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Question 31 of 50 · Licensing rules
In FL, which license credential does a person need to legally operate a moped on a public road?
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Correct answer: A. A Class E license, with no endorsement needed
Moped operators need a Class E driver license. Unlike motorcycle riders, they do not need a motorcycle endorsement.
Source: Official Florida Driver License Handbook, “Sharing the Road”, page 87. Handbook PDF
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Question 32 of 50 · Licensing rules
A Florida driver collects 12 points on their record within a 12-month period. What is the result?
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Correct answer: C. A 30-day license suspension
Under the Florida point system, 12 points within 12 months leads to a 30-day suspension. Longer suspensions apply to larger totals over longer periods.
Source: Official Florida Driver License Handbook, “Point System”, page 29. Handbook PDF
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Question 33 of 50 · Road signs
A yellow diamond sign ahead of you shows a small red octagon symbol. What does this sign want you to do as you continue down the road?
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Correct answer: B. Slow down and get ready to stop at a stop sign
A stop sign ahead warning tells drivers that a stop sign is coming up. You should reduce speed and prepare to come to a stop there.
Source: Official Florida Driver License Handbook, “Traffic Signs”, page 49. Handbook PDF
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Question 34 of 50 · Signals & pavement markings
A two-way road has a center lane shared by traffic from both directions. For which purpose may drivers use this lane?
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Correct answer: D. Making left turns
A center turn lane is for left turns from either direction. Drivers must not use it for passing.
Source: Official Florida Driver License Handbook, “TRAFFIC CONTROLS”, page 45. Handbook PDF
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Question 35 of 50 · Road signs
You reach a sign for a one lane bridge. What must you do before driving onto the bridge?
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Correct answer: D. Confirm that no oncoming vehicles are on the bridge
A one lane bridge fits just one vehicle at a time, so you must check that oncoming traffic is clear before crossing.
Source: Official Florida Driver License Handbook, “Traffic Signs”, page 50. Handbook PDF
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Question 36 of 50 · Safe driving practices
What is the minimum following distance, in seconds, that helps you avoid hitting the vehicle ahead in normal conditions?
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Correct answer: D. Four seconds
Keep at least four seconds behind the vehicle ahead, and add more in bad weather or heavy traffic.
Source: Official Florida Driver License Handbook, “Emergency Scenarios”, page 78. Handbook PDF
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Question 37 of 50 · Speed limits
What is the highest speed limit that can ever be posted on a road in Florida?
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Correct answer: A. 70 mph
Florida sets a ceiling on posted speed limits, and no road in the state will have a limit above 70 mph.
Source: Official Florida Driver License Handbook, “Restrictions for Minors”, page 28. Handbook PDF
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Question 38 of 50 · Road signs
A yellow sign with a curve arrow also has a small plaque showing a number. What does that number tell you?
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Correct answer: C. The fastest safe speed to take the curve
An advisory speed sign shows the highest speed considered safe for going through the hazard, such as a curve, ahead.
Source: Official Florida Driver License Handbook, “Traffic Signs”, page 49. Handbook PDF
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Question 39 of 50 · Sharing the road
A slow-moving farm vehicle may be driven on a public highway after dark only under which condition?
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Correct answer: A. It has the lights and reflectors needed for night driving
These slow farm vehicles may operate only in daylight unless they carry the proper lights and reflectors for night driving.
Source: Official Florida Driver License Handbook, “Sharing the Road: School Buses”, page 89. Handbook PDF
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Question 40 of 50 · Safe driving practices
Which of these items is not allowed on a vehicle being driven on Florida roads?
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Correct answer: B. Headphones worn by the driver
Drivers may not wear headsets or headphones while operating a vehicle. The other items are standard required equipment.
Source: Official Florida Driver License Handbook, “Equipment Standards”, page 39. Handbook PDF
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Question 41 of 50 · Safe driving practices
Which description best fits a blind spot around your vehicle?
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Correct answer: A. An area beside the rear corners that mirrors and peripheral vision do not show
Blind spots sit near the left and right rear corners of a vehicle, where neither the mirrors nor your side vision can pick up other traffic. Turn your head to check them.
Source: Official Florida Driver License Handbook, “Blind Spots”, page 60. Handbook PDF
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Question 42 of 50 · Alcohol & drugs
What does FL's implied consent law mean for someone who signs a driver license?
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Correct answer: C. The driver agrees to chemical tests if an officer has reasonable cause to suspect impairment
By signing the license, a driver has already agreed to a blood, urine, or breath test when an officer reasonably believes the driver is impaired.
Source: Official Florida Driver License Handbook, “Restrictions for Minors”, page 25. Handbook PDF
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Question 43 of 50 · Licensing rules
In Florida, about how long is a standard Class E driver license normally valid before it must be renewed?
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Correct answer: B. Six to eight years
Class E licenses in Florida run for six to eight years. Non-immigrants may get different expiration dates.
Source: Official Florida Driver License Handbook, “License Renewal”, page 13. Handbook PDF
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Question 44 of 50 · Licensing rules
A 17-year-old Florida driver gets 6 points within 12 months. What restriction is automatically placed on the license?
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Correct answer: B. Business purposes only driving for one year
A driver under 18 with 6 or more points in a 12-month span is restricted for one year to driving for business purposes only.
Source: Official Florida Driver License Handbook, “Point System”, page 29. Handbook PDF
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Question 45 of 50 · Alcohol & drugs
At the time of a DUI arrest in FL, under which circumstance will the license be administratively suspended?
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Correct answer: D. BAL of .08 or above, or refusing a breath or blood test
The license is suspended administratively at arrest if the driver's alcohol level is .08 or above or if the driver refuses to be tested.
Source: Official Florida Driver License Handbook, “Restrictions for Minors”, page 25. Handbook PDF
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Question 46 of 50 · Sharing the road
In FL, who is required to wear a helmet that meets federal safety standards while riding a bicycle?
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Correct answer: D. All bicyclists and passengers under age 16
Florida requires every bicyclist and passenger under 16 to wear a helmet meeting federal standards, regardless of where they ride.
Source: Official Florida Driver License Handbook, “Sharing the Road”, page 82. Handbook PDF
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Question 47 of 50 · Sharing the road
At a school crossing, you see a crossing guard step into the crosswalk ahead of everyone else. What does this tell drivers?
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Correct answer: D. Pedestrians, especially children, are about to cross or already crossing
Crossing guards enter the crosswalk first and leave last, which signals that pedestrians, especially children, are about to cross or are crossing.
Source: Official Florida Driver License Handbook, “Sharing the Road: School Buses”, page 89. Handbook PDF
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Question 48 of 50 · Safe driving practices
On a long road trip, how often does the handbook recommend taking a break to avoid drowsy driving?
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Correct answer: A. Every 100 miles or 2 hours
To fight fatigue on long trips, take a break about every 100 miles or every 2 hours, rather than waiting until you are already sleepy.
Source: Official Florida Driver License Handbook, “Drinking & Driving”, page 35. Handbook PDF
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Question 49 of 50 · Parking
A person borrows a relative's disabled parking permit to park in a reserved space while the relative is at home. Is this legal in FL?
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Correct answer: D. No, the vehicle must actually be carrying the permit holder
Reserved spaces may be used only when the vehicle is actually transporting the person with the disability who owns the permit.
Source: Official Florida Driver License Handbook, “Restrictions for Minors”, page 25. Handbook PDF
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Question 50 of 50 · Right of way
When you complete a right turn at an intersection, which lane of the new roadway should you end up in?
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Correct answer: A. The right lane
A right turn should end in the right lane of the road you are entering. Only left turns have flexibility in which lane they finish.
Source: Official Florida Driver License Handbook, “Turning”, page 70. Handbook PDF
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