Speed Limits & Parking — PennDOT Practice Questions

33 questions in this content area. 7 are published in full below with worked explanations.

1. A 17-year-old is convicted of driving 26 mph over the limit. What happens to their driving privilege?

AOnly points are added.
It is suspended (90 days for a first time).
CThey pay a fine, with no suspension.

Why B is correct

Drivers under 18 are suspended for six or more points or for driving 26 mph or more over the limit: 90 days the first time, 120 after.

2. About how far does a car travel each second at 65 mph?

Almost 100 feet.
BAbout 10 feet.
CAbout 1,000 feet.

Why A is correct

65 mph is almost 100 feet per second; it takes less than one second to run off the road.

3. How far from the curb may you park in Pennsylvania?

ANo more than 18 inches.
BNo more than 2 feet.
No more than 12 inches.

Why C is correct

Park as close to the curb as you can, but no more than 12 inches away.

4. On highways other than interstates, about how often is the maximum speed limit posted?

About every ½ mile.
BAbout every 10 miles.
COnly at the state line.

Why A is correct

On interstates the limit is posted after each interchange; on other highways at approximately ½-mile intervals.

5. To avoid overdriving low beams on a dark road, what speed does the Pennsylvania manual recommend not exceeding?

A65 mph.
B25 mph.
45 mph.

Why C is correct

Low beams shine about 250 feet; stopping from 55 mph takes more than that, so do not drive faster than 45 mph on a dark road.

6. What should you do before leaving your parked car?

Turn off the engine, remove the key, lock the doors and check traffic before getting out.
BLeave it running.
CLeave the key inside.

Why A is correct

Before leaving your vehicle, turn off the engine, remove the key, lock all doors and check for traffic behind you.

7. You park a manual-transmission car. Which gear does the Pennsylvania manual say to leave it in?

ANeutral.
BThird gear, to keep the engine from turning.
Reverse or First.

Why C is correct

Set the parking brake and shift to Park for an automatic, or Reverse or First for a manual.

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26 more Speed & parking questions

Answers and explanations for these are in the study app.

How close to a crosswalk at an intersection may you park?
How close to a fire hydrant may you park in Pennsylvania?
How close to a stop sign, yield sign or flashing signal beside the road may you park?
How close to the driveway entrance of a fire station may you park in Pennsylvania?
How close to the nearest rail of a railroad crossing may you park?
How many points does speeding in a Pennsylvania school zone add to your record?
How much does fuel use rise for every 5 mph driven above 60 mph?
May you park in a crossover between the roadways of a divided highway?
May you park on a limited-access highway?
May you stop or park opposite a street digging or work area?
On packed snow, how much should you reduce your speed?
Rapid starts and hard stops can raise fuel use by up to how much?
To parallel park at a right-hand curb, how do you start?
What does a posted speed limit indicate?
What does a SPEED LIMIT sign show?
What is the fine for unlawfully parking in a disabled parking area in Pennsylvania?
What is the maximum speed limit in Pennsylvania?
What is the No. 1 reason 16- and 17-year-old drivers are involved in crashes in Pennsylvania?
What is the speed limit when the yellow lights on a Pennsylvania school zone sign are flashing?
Which direction should your parked car face?
While backing into a parallel space, when should you straighten your wheels?
Who may park in a RESERVED PARKING space for persons with disabilities?
You are driving at the posted limit in heavy rain. Can you still be ticketed?
You must drive below 40 mph on a limited access highway. What should you use?
You must park on the roadway. From how far must your car be visible?
You park facing downhill, with or without a curb. Which way do you turn your wheels?

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