Wisconsin permit test: distracted & drowsy driving
Phone and texting laws, other distractions and fatigue. 5 questions.
When may a permit or probationary license holder use a cell phone while driving?
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Sample distracted & drowsy driving questions
When may a permit or probationary license holder use a cell phone while driving?
- A When stopped at a red light
- B Only to report an emergency
- C For calls under one minute
- D When using hands-free
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B. Only to report an emergency
Permit and probationary license holders can only use a cell phone to report an emergency. This reduces distractions for new drivers.
What does the handbook say about headphones while driving?
- A Do not wear ones that cover or go in both ears
- B You may wear them if the volume is low
- C You may wear them if you are 18 or older
- D You may wear them on freeways only
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A. Do not wear ones that cover or go in both ears
Do not drive with headsets or headphones that cover or go in both ears. Keep the radio low so you can hear emergency vehicles.
You are yawning and drifting from your lane. What should you do?
- A Open the window
- B Pull over and rest
- C Turn up the radio
- D Drive faster to get home
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B. Pull over and rest
Pull over and rest if you are yawning, blinking a lot, drifting or hitting the rumble strip. Teens and young adults are at higher risk.
How does having another teen in the car affect a teen driver's crash risk?
- A It has no effect
- B It raises the risk only at night
- C The chance of a crash doubles
- D It cuts the risk in half
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C. The chance of a crash doubles
The chance of a crash doubles when a teen driver has another teen in the car. This is one reason Wisconsin limits passengers for new drivers.