Connecticut DMV Practice Test

Question 1

In Connecticut, you must signal a lane change at least how many feet before moving?

Accepted Answer

100 feet

Answer

50 feet

Answer

200 feet

Answer

25 feet

Question 2

In Connecticut, a first-offense OUI (Operating Under the Influence) conviction requires:

Accepted Answer

A minimum of 48 hours in jail OR 100 hours of community service, plus a 45-day license suspension

Answer

A minimum of 72 hours in jail with no alternative

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A fine only — no mandatory jail or community service

Answer

A 6-month license suspension but no jail time

Question 3

Driving with a suspended or revoked license is:

Accepted Answer

A criminal offense with serious penalties

Answer

A minor traffic violation

Answer

Legal with restrictions

Answer

Acceptable in emergencies

Question 4

Connecticut law requires children to use a child safety seat until they are:

Accepted Answer

Under 8 years old AND under 4 feet 9 inches tall

Answer

Under 5 years old

Answer

Under 4 years old AND under 40 pounds

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Under 6 years old, regardless of height or weight

Question 5

In Connecticut, 'reckless driving' is formally called what, and what is the penalty for a first offense?

Accepted Answer

'Reckless driving' — a misdemeanor carrying up to 30 days in jail and a $100–$300 fine

Answer

'Negligent operation' — an infraction with fines only

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'Operating under the influence' — requires alcohol testing

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'Serious traffic violation' — felony for any first conviction

Question 6

What is the legal consequence of a first-offense DUI in most states?

Accepted Answer

License suspension, fines, possible jail time, alcohol education requirements, and the potential for SR-22 insurance requirement — exact penalties vary by state

Answer

A small fine and no further penalties

Answer

Only a mandatory 10 hours of community service

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Just a traffic citation with no court appearance

Question 7

In Connecticut, what happens when a driver accumulates 10 or more points within a 24-month period?

Accepted Answer

The DMV issues a suspension warning; further points lead to license suspension

Answer

A mandatory court appearance and $500 fine

Answer

Automatic immediate license suspension

Answer

Nothing — Connecticut does not use a point system

Question 8

When driving through a tunnel, you should:

Accepted Answer

Remove sunglasses and turn on headlights

Answer

Increase speed to exit quickly

Answer

Open windows for ventilation

Answer

Turn off headlights

Question 9

A pedestrian starts crossing on a 'Walk' signal but the signal changes to 'Don't Walk' while they are still in the crosswalk. You must:

Accepted Answer

Wait for the pedestrian to complete crossing

Answer

Turn around the pedestrian if possible

Answer

Proceed through the crosswalk since the signal changed

Answer

Honk to encourage the pedestrian to move faster

Question 10

What are Connecticut's minimum liability insurance requirements?

Accepted Answer

$25,000 per person / $50,000 per accident / $25,000 property damage

Answer

$15,000 per person / $30,000 per accident / $5,000 property damage

Answer

$20,000 per person / $40,000 per accident / $10,000 property damage

Answer

$50,000 per person / $100,000 per accident / $25,000 property damage

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