Practice learner permit test

Note: This is not a learner permit or licence

  • Practice Test Ref #: 2520056
  • Date Printed: 30/07/2026

Instructions

There are 32 questions in this Practice Learner Permit Test. Please read each question carefully using the associated diagram if available.

Your answer may only be one of three. (a, b or c). Each letter is located to the left of the possible three answers.

Please answer each question on the Answer sheet provided. Only circle one option.

Actions:

1. You are driving vehicle A. How should you manage the driving risk in this situation?

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a Slow down so that you can stop if the cyclist crosses the road.
b Continue because the cyclist must give way to you.
c Brake heavily to give way to the cyclist.

2. When is vehicle A allowed to turn right?

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a Before vehicle B turns right
b After vehicle B has turned right
c Vehicle A is not allowed to turn right.

3. You are approaching a stationary tram. What must you do?

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a Stop at the rear of the tram and give way to both pedestrians.
b Drive slowly around the pedestrians.
c Sound your horn to warn the pedestrians to wait for you to drive past.

4. You are the driver of vehicle A. You are parked and about to enter the stream of traffic. You must give way to

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a the cyclist only.
b vehicle B only.
c both the cyclist and vehicle B.

5. There are no lane markings on the road. You are driving vehicle A. When are you allowed to overtake vehicle B?

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a Never
b At any time
c If you signal and it is safe to do so

6. Which vehicle must give way to a pedestrian?

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a Vehicle A only
b Vehicle B only
c Both vehicle A and vehicle B

7. A driving log is useful for you as a learner driver because it

a enables you to check that you have experienced a wide range of driving conditions.
b includes facts about giving way to other vehicles on the road.
c helps you to find which is the best route to take.

8. Why is it important to scan the road scene when you drive?

a It will help you stay awake.
b You are more likely to anticipate potential hazards.
c You will develop good vehicle control.

9. You are driving a car. You need to move into a bus lane to turn. What is the maximum distance you may travel in a bus lane?

a 100 metres
b 150 metres
c 200 metres

10. You are driving on a multi-lane freeway. There are no transit lanes. When are you allowed to drive in the right lane?

a Only to overtake or when the road is congested
b Only if you are travelling at the speed limit
c At any time

11. You are driving vehicle A. Which path must your vehicle take?

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a Path I
b Path II
c Either Path I or Path II

12. "You are driving vehicle A. How can you turn safely?"

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a Signal for 30 metres before you turn.
b Slow down, drive past vehicle B, then signal and turn.
c Stop, give way to vehicle B, then signal and turn.

13. Vehicles B and C have collided. The most likely cause of this collision is that

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a vehicle A stopped without any warning.
b vehicle C was travelling too fast.
c vehicle B moved to the left lane without checking for a clear space.

14. Which of these things is most likely to cause drowsiness in drivers?

a Driving with windows open
b Consuming a reasonable quantity of alcohol
c Drinking strong coffee

15. David is a P1 driver. He wants to use the GPS navigation system in his car. What must he do to reduce the risk of crashing?

a Turn off the GPS sound and rely only on the images.
b Program the GPS before starting his journey.
c Keep the GPS on his lap and use voice controls so he does not have to reach for it while driving.

16. One of the real challenges of driving is

a driving safely with noisy passengers in your car.
b keeping your car clean and tidy.
c going on a long drive regularly.

17. There are double white continuous lines painted in the centre of the road. Are you allowed to cross the lines to overtake?

a You may cross the lines at any time.
b You may only cross the lines to overtake if the road ahead is clear.
c You must not cross the lines to overtake.

18. You are driving on a road where the speed limit is 110 km/h. How can you reduce the amount of fuel you use?

a Drive at a steady speed of 90 km/h.
b Drive at a steady speed of 110 km/h.
c Regularly alternate between speeds of 90 km/h and 110 km/h.

19. You park at the side of the road. You leave three metres of the road clear. Which road lines are you allowed to park opposite?

a A continuous yellow edge line at the side of the road
b Continuous double white lines in the centre of the road
c A broken white line in the centre of the road

20. Your blood alcohol concentration (BAC) level is .15 which is well over the limit. What is the risk of crashing if you drive?

a Your risk of crashing is the same as it is for a BAC level at the legal limit.
b Your risk of crashing is slightly higher compared to a BAC at the legal limit.
c Your risk of crashing is greatly increased compared to a BAC at the legal limit.

21. Your licence has been cancelled. You are

a not allowed to drive under any circumstances.
b allowed to drive only in an emergency.
c allowed to drive to work if there is no other type of transport available.

22. In which of these diagrams does vehicle A have to give way to vehicle B?

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a Diagram I only
b Diagram II only
c In both diagrams I and II

23. You are driving vehicle A out of the driveway. When should you sound your horn?

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a Always
b When you don't have a clear view of the footpath
c Never

24. This sign indicates

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a a bend in the road.
b a slippery road surface.
c a bumpy road.

25. You are driving vehicle A. Which vehicles must you give way to?

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a Both vehicle B and vehicle C
b Vehicle B only
c Vehicle C only

26. You are approaching a railway crossing. A railway employee is signalling you to stop. You cannot see any trains coming. What should you do?

a Stop.
b Slow down and drive carefully across.
c Sound your horn and drive across as quickly as possible.

27. You are driving vehicle A. What should you do?

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a Overtake the truck now.
b Sound your horn to tell the truck driver that you are behind him.
c Stay behind the truck and leave room for it to turn.

28. How should you drive out of a bend in the road?

a Accelerate a little
b Slow down a little
c Continue at the same speed

29. When you see this sign, what should you do?

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a Stop.
b Slow down and prepare to stop.
c Sound your horn and continue.

30. You are in a crash. The police are not in attendance. Someone is injured. What should you do?

a Make sure the injured person is alright then drive on.
b Report the crash to the nearest open police station.
c Only report the crash to the nearest open police station if property has also been damaged.

31. What is one thing you should try if your brakes fail?

a Quickly apply the handbrake.
b Pump on the brake pedal hard and fast.
c Stay in the same gear and sound your horn.

32. Just before you enter an intersection the traffic signal turns red. What should you do?

a Slow down and check for vehicles on your right before you cross.
b Accelerate to get across the intersection quickly.
c Stop.