Delaware permit test: signaling, passing and lanes
Signaling, overtaking and being passed, the Move Over law, reversible and reserved lanes, the shared center lane, and space to merge and pass. 22 questions, 10 at a time, starting with ones you haven't seen.
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- Delaware law requires you to signal, by hand or turn signal, 300 feet before you stop, turn or change lanes. (p. 81, Delaware Driver Manual (JULY 2026) (opens the handbook))
- Give a bicyclist at least three feet of room every time you pass. (p. 81, Delaware Driver Manual (JULY 2026) (opens the handbook))
- The Move Over law covers stopped emergency vehicles, DelDOT vehicles and tow trucks with flashing lights. (p. 82, Delaware Driver Manual (JULY 2026) (opens the handbook))
- Two solid yellow lines mean neither side can pass. (p. 85, Delaware Driver Manual (JULY 2026) (opens the handbook))
- HOV lanes are for vehicles with more than one person. (p. 85, Delaware Driver Manual (JULY 2026) (opens the handbook))
- Never back up in a travel lane except to parallel park or leave a driveway. (p. 87, Delaware Driver Manual (JULY 2026) (opens the handbook))
- With two or more lanes in your direction, stay right except to pass. (p. 87, Delaware Driver Manual (JULY 2026) (opens the handbook))
- Take hazards one at a time. (p. 130, Delaware Driver Manual (JULY 2026) (opens the handbook))
- Split the difference between two hazards, steering a middle course between oncoming and parked vehicles. (p. 130, Delaware Driver Manual (JULY 2026) (opens the handbook))
- Never assume another driver will give you space. (p. 131, Delaware Driver Manual (JULY 2026) (opens the handbook))
Taken from the explanations to checked practice questions; page numbers link to the official handbook.
Sample signaling, passing and lanes questions
1.You are 17 and drive with a Graduated Driver License. May you use a hands-free phone while driving?
- AOnly to call a parent
- BOnly on highways
- CYes, hands-free is allowed for everyone
- DNo, GDL drivers may not use phones at all
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✓ D. No, GDL drivers may not use phones at all
All cell phone and electronic device use, including hands-free, is prohibited for drivers with a Graduated Driver License. Reporting an emergency is a listed exemption.
2.An approaching car has its left turn signal on as you wait to pull out. When is it safe to go?
- AWhen the car actually starts to turn
- BWhen it honks at you
- CWhen the car slows a little
- DAs soon as you see the signal
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✓ A. When the car actually starts to turn
Never assume another driver will give you space. The driver may plan to turn later or forgot to cancel the signal; wait until they actually start to turn.
3.You are about to pass a bicyclist on a two-lane road. How much space must you leave?
- AAt least 1 foot of space
- BAt least 3 feet at all times
- CWhatever distance feels safe
- DAt least 10 feet of space
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✓ B. At least 3 feet at all times
Give a bicyclist at least three feet of room every time you pass. On roads with more than one lane in your direction, change lanes to pass when you can.
4.You are 30 with a full license and need to make a call while driving. What does Delaware law allow?
- AAny use while stopped in traffic
- BHolding the phone briefly at low speed
- CUsing a hands-free device for the call
- DTexting instead of calling
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✓ C. Using a hands-free device for the call
Delaware bans hand-held phones and texting while driving. Adults may talk only with a hands-free device; they may dial or switch the device on or off, then must put it down.