Colorado Permit Practice Test 2
26 questions written from the Colorado Driver Handbook (DR 2337), with an explanation and page citation for every answer.
At what blood alcohol concentration can a driver 21 or older be convicted of DUI per se in Colorado?
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About this test
These questions were written from the Colorado Driver Handbook (DR 2337) (DR 2337). 12 of the 21 Colorado questions in this test cover rules that are specific to Colorado or differ between states. Every answer comes with an explanation and a link to the exact page it comes from, so you can check it yourself.
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At what blood alcohol concentration can a driver 21 or older be convicted of DUI per se in Colorado?
- A 0.05% or higher
- B 0.02% or higher
- C 0.10% or higher
- D 0.08% or higher
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D. 0.08% or higher
Under C.R.S. 42-4-1301(2)(a), a driver commits DUI per se with a BAC of 0.08 or more at the time of driving or within two hours after. The handbook says 'greater than 0.08%', but the statute includes exactly 0.08. You can also be convicted of DWAI or DUI at lower levels, based on impaired driving.
Source: Colorado Department of Revenue, Division of Motor Vehicles website
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Two cars reach a four-way stop at the same time. Which car must yield?
- A The car on the right yields to the car on the left
- B The larger vehicle yields to the smaller one
- C The car on the left yields to the car on the right
- D The car going straight yields to the turning car
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C. The car on the left yields to the car on the right
At a four-way stop, the first vehicle to arrive goes first. If two arrive together, the vehicle on the left yields to the vehicle on the right. You are always responsible for avoiding a crash.
In an urban area, how far before a turn or lane change must you signal continuously in Colorado?
- A 100 feet
- B 200 feet
- C 300 feet
- D 50 feet
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A. 100 feet
In urban areas, you must signal continuously for 100 feet before turning or changing lanes. On four-lane highways with limits above 40 mph, the distance is 200 feet. A good rule of thumb is at least 3 seconds.
Under Colorado law, when may a driver use a mobile electronic device while driving?
- A At red lights and stop signs
- B When driving under 25 mph
- C To read but not send text messages
- D With a hands-free device or in an emergency
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D. With a hands-free device or in an emergency
Since January 1, 2025, Colorado drivers of any age may not hold a phone to talk, text or watch video while driving. Hands-free use and emergency calls are allowed. Texting or other manual use can bring a fine or a misdemeanor charge. Pull off the road if you need to use your phone.
What is the 'Dutch Reach'?
- A Reaching out the window to signal a turn
- B Leaning forward to see around a parked car
- C Opening your door with your far hand, so you turn to look for bicyclists
- D Holding your arm out the window to warn nearby bicyclists while you pass them
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C. Opening your door with your far hand, so you turn to look for bicyclists
Before opening your door on the street, check the sides and rear for bicyclists. Use the hand closest to the center of the vehicle; this turns your body so you naturally look back. It prevents dooring crashes.