No signs or markings provide a different turning path. How should you make an ordinary turn?
Correct answer: Turn from the lane nearest the desired direction into the nearest appropriate lane.
The normal turn crosses the fewest lanes. Complete the turn in the appropriate nearest lane, then make any needed lane change separately and safely.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual, July 2026; printed p. 87; PDF p. 87 — General Rules — Turning ↗
Two lanes are authorized to turn left together. How should you keep your position through the turn?
Correct answer: Remain in your own turning lane.
When more than one turning lane is authorized, stay in your lane throughout the turn. Drifting can put you into another vehicle's path.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual, July 2026; printed p. 88; PDF p. 88 — General Rules — Multiple lanes turning ↗
On a clear stretch with no intervening entrances, how far before a turn must your signal operate continuously under Delaware's stated rule?
Correct answer: At least 300 feet.
The manual states at least 300 feet continuously before turning. Signal farther ahead when necessary at higher speeds, and avoid misleading nearby road users about your intended turn.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual, July 2026; printed p. 122; PDF p. 122 — Let Others Know What You Are Doing — continuous turn signal ↗
You need to cross two lanes to reach the desired lane. What is the safer method?
Correct answer: Change one lane at a time, checking each movement.
A separate check for each lane change helps identify vehicles entering the same space. It is difficult to judge several lanes safely at once.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual, July 2026; printed p. 130; PDF p. 130 — Space To Merge — crossing several lanes ↗
Your mirrors show no car in the adjacent lane. Before changing lanes, what additional check is needed?
Correct answer: A brief shoulder check in the direction of the move for blind-spot traffic.
Mirrors do not show every blind spot. Check briefly over the shoulder, signal and keep track of traffic ahead and beside you.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual, July 2026; printed p. 118; PDF p. 118 — Scanning — When changing lanes ↗
You pass the expressway exit you wanted. What should you do?
Correct answer: Continue to a place where you can legally and safely change your route.
Do not back in a travel lane or make a sudden hazardous correction after a missed exit. Continue and find a safe route.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual, July 2026; printed p. 87; PDF p. 87 — General Rules — missed turn or exit ↗
Two lanes travel in your direction, and you are not passing. Which lane is the ordinary choice?
Correct answer: The right lane.
On a road with two or more lanes in one direction, the ordinary rule is to stay right except to pass. Follow any lane-control signs and particular conditions.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual, July 2026; printed p. 87; PDF p. 87 — General Rules — lane choice ↗
A vehicle ahead is turning left. Which statement correctly describes Delaware's shoulder-passing rule in this situation?
Correct answer: Passing on the right using the shoulder can be legal, but requires extreme care and a safe path.
The manual expressly permits shoulder passing of a left-turning vehicle but warns that it is crash-prone and requires extreme care. It is not a general shoulder-passing permission or a reason to proceed when unsafe.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual, July 2026; printed p. 87; PDF p. 87 — General Rules — Passing on right of a left-turning vehicle ↗
You are about to reverse out of a parking space. What should you do before getting into the car?
Correct answer: Check behind it for children and objects you may not see from the seat.
Small children and objects can be invisible from the driver's position. Check first, then back slowly while looking directly and using available assistance.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual, July 2026; printed p. 119; PDF p. 119 — Scanning — When you back up ↗
You park and leave an automatic-transmission car on a street. Which preparation is correct?
Correct answer: Set the parking brake, select Park, stop the engine and remove the key.
Secure the car before leaving it. The manual requires stopping the engine, locking the ignition, removing the key and setting the brakes.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual, July 2026; printed p. 91; PDF p. 91 — General Parking Rules — leaving the vehicle ↗
On a two-way street, how close to the curb or roadway edge must you parallel park?
Correct answer: Within 12 inches.
The manual requires parallel parking within 12 inches of the curb or edge. Leave room for traffic while avoiding contact with the curb.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual, July 2026; printed p. 91; PDF p. 91 — General Parking Rules — Parallel Parking ↗
With no exception or different posting, how far from a fire hydrant must you keep when parking?
Correct answer: At least 15 feet.
Parking within 15 feet of a hydrant is prohibited. Leaving a passenger in the car does not remove that restriction.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual, July 2026; printed p. 92; PDF p. 92 — Stopping And Parking Violations — fire hydrant ↗
