Vermont Permit Practice Test 5
25 questions written from the Vermont Driver's Manual (VN-007), with an explanation and page citation for every answer.
Two cars arrive at a four-way stop at about the same time from different directions. Who should yield?
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About this test
These questions were written from the Vermont Driver's Manual (VN-007) (2025 edition). 8 of the 20 Vermont questions in this test cover rules that are specific to Vermont 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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Two cars arrive at a four-way stop at about the same time from different directions. Who should yield?
- A The driver on the right yields to the driver on the left
- B The larger vehicle goes first
- C The driver on the left yields to the driver on the right
- D The driver going straight always goes first
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C. The driver on the left yields to the driver on the right
At a four-way stop, the first vehicle to arrive goes first. If two arrive at about the same time, the driver on the left yields to the driver on the right.
In Vermont, when is it illegal for a driver to use a handheld portable electronic device?
- A Only when the vehicle is moving faster than 25 mph on a highway
- B Only in school and work zones
- C Only for drivers under 18
- D While operating on a public highway, even when stopped
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D. While operating on a public highway, even when stopped
Vermont law bans using a portable electronic device while operating on a public highway, including while the vehicle is stopped. Pull over somewhere safe or have a passenger help.
After passing a car, when is it safe to return to the right lane?
- A As soon as your rear bumper is completely clear of its front bumper
- B When you can see the entire front of the car in your inside mirror
- C When the other driver flashes their lights
- D After counting two seconds
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B. When you can see the entire front of the car in your inside mirror
Go far enough past the vehicle that you can see its entire front in your inside rearview mirror. Then signal right, check your blind spot and return.
In Vermont, how many points are assessed for failing to stop for a school bus with its red lights flashing?
- A 2 points
- B 3 points
- C 5 points
- D 4 points
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C. 5 points
Passing a stopped school bus with its red lights flashing costs 5 points on your Vermont record, one of the heaviest point penalties. It also brings a substantial fine.
What does an upside-down triangle sign mean?
- A Slow down and enter only when the way is clear
- B Come to a complete stop every time, even if the way is clear
- C Railroad crossing ahead
- D Slow-moving vehicle ahead
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A. Slow down and enter only when the way is clear
A yield sign is an upside-down triangle. Slow down, search for traffic, and enter only if the way is clear of pedestrians, bicyclists and vehicles.