Colorado
Driving Practice Test

The natural beauty of Colorado will take some time to explore, but it's a lot easier with a driver's license. This site offers Colorado driving test practice exams to help you earn your license on the first try. We'll help you practice and build your knowledge of Colorado's driving rules ahead of your Colorado written driving test. In order to qualify for a driver’s test in Colorado, you must pass both a knowledge test and a skills test. In our Colorado driver's license practice tests, you will be presented with questions that are very similar to the official Colorado written driving test. For this practice test, there is no time limit and you may not go back once you answer a question. Click the "Start Test" button below to begin.

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Why are warning signs placed along the roadways?

to warn of potentially hazardous conditions ahead.

control and regulate traffic.

alert when there is a great distance between gas stations.

show high animal crossing zones.

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What can you while driving to avoid last minute moves?

Always keep your eyes focused ahead of your car.

Know what is happening around your vehicle at all times.

Don't get into arguments with your passengers.

Follow the vehicle ahead more closely.

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You're required to stop your vehicle_______.

When a traffic officer orders you to stop

Where there is a red light

At an intersection with a stop sign

All of the answers are correct

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Who is not required to wear a seat belt in a motor vehicle?

The driver of the vehicle.

Adults over the age of 21 in the backseat.

Children between the ages of 8 and 16 anywhere in the vehicle.

Everyone if the vehicle is being driven by a driver 18 years old or younger.

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Of the following examples which does not affect your ableness to safely operate a motor vehicle, and does not need to be considered before driving?

The operating condition of the motor vehicle you're about to drive.

Your emotional state.

Your health.

Whether the battery on your cell phone is full or not.

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What should you use if your turning signals go out?

Your headlights

Nothing

Hand signals

Your voice

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You meet an aggressive driver on the road, what must you NOT do?

Concentrate on your driving.

Back off.

Look at them in the eye.

Avoid acknowledging the other driver.

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He/she must have a permit for______.

At least 12 months.

One to two years.

At least 10 months.

Two to four years.

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If you want to turn directly after an intersection you must:

signal while in the intersection.

slow before the turn.

signal before passing through the intersection.

signal just after you pass through the intersection.

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Where must you sign an affidavit of guardianship and liability?

On the premises of the state DMV.

At there medical examiner's office.

A public notary or in front of the examiner.

At your insurance company office.

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What type of parking is often found in parking lots, shopping centers, and on wide streets?

angle parking

straight parking

handicap parking

emergency parking

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When are you required to yield to emergency vehicles?

Only when other vehicles yield

None of the listed answers

If you hear a siren or see flashing blue or red lights

Always

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How many points does it take under the Colorado point system to trigger a suspension for a minor driver under 18 years of age?

8 points in any 12 consecutive months, or 12 or more points for the period of the license.

12 points in any 12 consecutive months, or 15 or more points for the period of the license.

9 points in any 12 consecutive months, or 14 or more points for the period of the license.

6 points in any 12 consecutive months, or 7 or more points for the period of the license.

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You are planning to change lanes, enter traffic, or pass another vehicle. You have signaled and checked for traffic in your mirrors. What else should you do?

check your vehicle's blind spot.

check the front of your vehicle.

check them again.

check your speed.

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The areas around a truck or other heavy vehicle in where the vehicles disappear into blind spots are called:

No-Zones

Danger-Zones

Blind-Zones

Back-Zones

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You are ________ when you are keeping pace with traffic.

Changing lanes infrequently.

Merging into traffic.

Staying the same speed.

Adjusting to traffic.

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You must turn the steering wheel by using _____ when turning a corner.

the double-hand technique.

the hand-over-hand technique.

the hand-to-hand technique.

the hand-under-hand technique.

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In what situation should you use your high-beam headlights?

All of the answers listed.

When driving at night in rural areas.

When driving in fog.

At night and when approaching an animal crossing zone.

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Which of the following is an uncontrolled intersection?

Stop signs, yield signs, or traffic lights are not present at the intersection

An intersection where the speed limit is not stipulated

An intersection with a crosswalk

An intersection near a railroad crossing

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You see a pedestrian carrying a white cane or using a guide dog or other service animal at an intersection, you must?

use your horn to alert the pedestrian.

pass quickly behind them.

stop and turn off your engine so they know you have stopped.

make a complete stop.

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What is the meaning of this sign?

Continue straight.

Stop then take a left turn.

Left turn only in this lane.

You should merge left.

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This sign is telling you what?

The recommended but not inforced speed.

The minimum speed you must use.

The maximum speed you must not exceed.

What the safe driving speed is.

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Where should you look to help reduce headlight glare at night?

To the left edge of the road.

Straight ahead.

10 feet above the road.

To the right edge of the road.

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When you drink alcohol is causes:

slower judgment

all of the answers are correct

loss of concentration

poor judgment

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Referring to speed management and curves which of the following answers is the most important to remember?

Before you enter the curve decrease your speed

Drive at the posted speed limit as you enter the curve, then slow down at the sharpest part of the curve

Drive at the posted speed limit of the roadway, before, throughout, and after the curve

Keep an even speed when approaching the curve

Your score is

The average score is 64%

5/5 - (3 votes)

Drivers License

How To Get A Colorado Drivers License

In Colorado, driver’s license regulations are established by the Colorado Department of Revenue, Colorado Department of Motor Vehicles. For those drivers who are under the age of 21, candidates may obtain a Minor Permit, then obtain a Minor’s License before obtaining an Adult Driver’s license upon turning 21 years of age. Drivers who are 15 years to 16 years old may apply for a Minor’s Permit once they have a certificate of a completion of a 30 hour driver education course. For those that are 15 years, 6 months to 16 years old, drivers must complete a 30 hour driver education course or a 4 hour driver awareness class. Minor permits that are issued are good for up to 3 years.For those residents who are under 18 years old, Colorado offers minor licenses. To obtain a minor license, you must provide the proper identification documents and must have held a valid permit for 12 months. Additionally, you must have documented drive time log sheets with 50 hours of drive time, including 10 hours at night. Finally, you will need to complete behind the wheel training with a driver educator instructor. Drivers under the age of 18 are prohbited from driving between midnight and 5 a.m. during the first year of their license, unless you are accompanied by a parent, driving to a school or work activity or have a medical emergency. Additionally in the first 6 months of the license, only those 21 and over may be a passenger. In the second six months of retaining a license, only one passenger 21 and up may ride with you. For those drivers that are 18 year old to 21 years old, they must provide the proper identification documents prior to taking the driver skills test.To obtain an Adult License, drivers that are older than 21 must have the proper identification documents, and then pass a DRIVE TEST. Driver licenses have a $28.00 fee, while instruction permits at $16.80.

Pass The Test

How To Pass the Colorado Driver's License Test

When test day arrives it's critical that you have taken the time to prepare and that you've constructed a gameplan to succeed. These tips can help you on your way:

Use your learner's permit to your advantage. You have to hit your minimum driving time, so use your hours to practice as you expect to be tested. If you live in an area of Colorado that has mountains, be sure to practice driving those types of roads and try to prepare for any conditions as you ride with a parent or legal guardian.

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Spend time taking practice Colorado driving tests like the one on this site. Getting used to the types of questions and formats will make it easier when the big day arrives.
For your driving skills test, be sure your car is ready the night before the test. Inspect your brakes, turn signals, reverse lights and other basics are working correctly.

Additional Information

Information on the Colorado Division of Motor Vehicles

The Colorado Division of Motor Vehicles is responsible for testing student drivers and licensing all drivers. To schedule your licensing examination or get more information contact them via:

Website: https://www.colorado.gov/pacific/dmv/node/44446/
Phone: 303.205.5600

To find the Colorado DMV location nearest you, please visit: https://drivingtestsample.com/dmv-locations/colorado/

Additional Colorado Drivers License Helpful Links

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