Practice learner permit test

Note: This is not a learner permit or licence

  • Practice Test Ref #: 2299073
  • Date Printed: 12/05/2025

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 on a freeway and pass this sign. You do not want to go on the tollway. What should you do?

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a Do a U-turn across the median strip.
b Drive slowly in the emergency lane.
c Take the next exit.

2. While driving a 'head check' means

a keep your head still at all times.
b check that you can see behind you in your side mirrors.
c look over your shoulders to see through the rear side windows.

3. This sign indicates that you must park

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a at a 90 degree angle to the kerb.
b at a 45 degree angle to the kerb.
c parallel to the kerb.

4. You are driving while very tired. You suddenly realise you cannot remember the last few kilometres of road. You should

a open a window and keep driving.
b drive faster to frighten yourself into staying awake.
c pull over and sleep.

5. 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.

6. You are driving vehicle A. You are about to collide with a cyclist who has pulled out ahead of you. To avoid collisions like this, you should

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a not drive in built-up areas.
b slow down when approaching parked cars so you can see and respond to hazards.
c sound your horn when approaching any situation which might be hazardous.

7. You are driving vehicle A. There are no oncoming vehicles. Which diagram shows a situation where overtaking is allowed?

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a Diagram I
b Diagram II
c Diagram III

8. You are driving vehicle A. What is the safest way to leave the roundabout?

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a Give way to vehicle B before you leave.
b Move across to the left lane as you leave.
c Stay in the right lane as you leave.

9. What should you do when a worker on the road in front of you is holding this sign?

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a Proceed slowly.
b Proceed at the speed limit.
c Stop and wait until it is safe to proceed slowly.

10. When entering a roundabout you must give way to

a all vehicles in the roundabout to your right only.
b all vehicles in the roundabout to your left only.
c all vehicles already in the roundabout.

11. Janelle has a P1 probationary licence. She pulls over to the side of the road but does not park her car. What is she NOT allowed to do?

a Listen to music from the car's stereo.
b Talk to a passenger in the back seat.
c Make a call on a hands-free mobile phone.

12. You are about to enter a street with this sign. What must you do?

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a Drive at 40 km/h or less.
b Drive at more than 40 km/h.
c Look out for pedestrians for the next 40 km.

13. What is the correct order for the pedestrian and the vehicles to go across the intersection?

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a The pedestrian, then vehicle A, then vehicle B
b Vehicle A, then vehicle B, then the pedestrian
c Vehicle A, then the pedestrian, then vehicle B

14. What does this sign mean?

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a Vehicles must stop and give way.
b Pedestrians must stop.
c Vehicles must stop only when another vehicle is coming.

15. You want to park your vehicle. You must NOT park within 20 metres either side of

a an intersection with traffic lights.
b a safety zone.
c a traffic island.

16. Learner drivers will consistently make good driving decisions

a only after a lot of experience and practice.
b straight away because they have good reflexes.
c after the first two practice sessions.

17. 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.

18. 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.

19. There is a single white broken line painted in the centre of the road. Where must you drive?

a You must drive on the line.
b You must keep as close to the line as possible.
c You must keep to the left of the line and as close to the left side of the road as possible.

20. What is the best advice for learner drivers about driving at night?

a Don't do it because the crash risk is higher.
b Practise driving at night with an experienced supervisor.
c Drive very slowly because the crash risk is higher.

21. Which vehicle must give way?

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a Vehicle A
b Vehicle B
c The vehicle that gets to the intersection last

22. You are driving in heavy traffic. Your lane is blocked by a vehicle turning right.

a Wait until the vehicle turns, then proceed.
b Sound your horn until the vehicle turns.
c Try to squeeze past on the footpath on the left of the vehicle.

23. When are you allowed to drive above the speed limit?

a When overtaking on a freeway
b In an emergency
c Never

24. You are driving vehicle A. When can you complete a hook turn?

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a When the road you are leaving is clear of oncoming traffic
b When the traffic lights in the road you are leaving turn orange
c When the traffic lights in the road you are entering turn green

25. You approach this set of traffic lights. The yellow light is flashing and there are no pedestrians waiting to cross. What should you do?

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a Stop.
b Drive through carefully.
c Wait for a green light.

26. You are driving in a tunnel and your engine starts to make strange noises. What should you do?

a Stop in the emergency lane.
b Try to drive out of the tunnel.
c Turn off your headlights.

27. 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

28. What should vehicle A do as it approaches the tram stopped at a safety zone?

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a Continue at normal speed.
b Stop.
c Slow down and prepare to avoid any pedestrians.

29. What does this sign mean?

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a You may stop at the kerb as long as you do not get out of your vehicle.
b You may stop at the kerb for up to two minutes.
c You must not stop at the kerb.

30. 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.

31. Kalista has a learner permit and has a GPS navigation device mounted in her car. She is only allowed to use this while driving if she sets it up before driving and

a she can adjust it easily while driving using voice commands.
b she does not touch it or use voice commands to change it.
c she keeps it on her lap with the sound turned off.

32. Learner drivers with 120 hours of practice decrease their risk of crashing after they get their licence compared to drivers who have less practice. How much is the risk decreased?

a 10%
b 20%
c 30%