Your road ends at a T intersection with no traffic officer directing you. Before entering the through road, you should:
Correct answer: Yield to traffic on the through road.
Traffic entering from the terminating road yields to vehicles on the continuing road. Choose a safe gap for the whole maneuver.
Source: Louisiana Class D & E Driver's Guide linked by OMV (cover R08/25; internal revision markers vary); T intersection; printed page 93, physical PDF page 98; reviewed September 22, 2026. ↗
You approach a paved road from an unpaved road. Which traffic has priority?
Correct answer: Traffic already traveling on the paved road.
The guide requires a driver entering a paved road from an unpaved road to yield. Do not make another road user brake to accommodate your entry.
Source: Louisiana Class D & E Driver's Guide linked by OMV (cover R08/25; internal revision markers vary); Unpaved road entering paved road; printed page 93, physical PDF page 98; reviewed September 22, 2026. ↗
You are leaving a driveway to join a public road. Which is the safest lawful plan?
Correct answer: Wait for a safe gap and yield to road traffic.
A signal communicates your plan but does not give you priority. Drivers entering from driveways, alleys or roadsides yield to traffic on the road.
Source: Louisiana Class D & E Driver's Guide linked by OMV (cover R08/25; internal revision markers vary); Entering from a driveway; printed page 93, physical PDF page 98; reviewed September 22, 2026. ↗
An ambulance approaches with its siren and warning lights operating. You can move right safely. What should you do?
Correct answer: Pull to the right, clear of intersections, and stop.
Clear the ambulance's path by moving to the right edge away from intersections and stopping. Check for additional emergency vehicles before resuming.
Source: Louisiana Class D & E Driver's Guide linked by OMV (cover R08/25; internal revision markers vary); Approaching emergency vehicle; printed page 93, physical PDF page 98; reviewed September 22, 2026. ↗
A pedestrian using a white cane is crossing the roadway ahead. What is your responsibility?
Correct answer: Yield and allow the pedestrian to cross safely.
The guide specifically protects people using white canes or guide dogs. Do not use a green light or missing paint as a reason to endanger them.
Source: Louisiana Class D & E Driver's Guide linked by OMV (cover R08/25; internal revision markers vary); White cane and guide dog; printed page 93, physical PDF page 98; reviewed September 22, 2026. ↗
Your mirrors show an empty lane beside you. What should you do before moving into it?
Correct answer: Check over your shoulder for a vehicle in the blind spot.
Mirrors leave areas outside their view. A brief direct blind-spot check complements the mirror and signal checks before a lane change.
Source: Louisiana Class D & E Driver's Guide linked by OMV (cover R08/25; internal revision markers vary); Blind-spot check; printed page 87, physical PDF page 92; reviewed September 22, 2026. ↗
Your exit is close, but you cannot safely move into its lane. What should you do?
Correct answer: Continue to a later exit and adjust your route.
Missing an exit is less dangerous than forcing an unsafe lane change. The guide advises continuing and finding another opportunity.
Source: Louisiana Class D & E Driver's Guide linked by OMV (cover R08/25; internal revision markers vary); Missed exit and unsafe lane change; printed page 88, physical PDF page 93; reviewed September 22, 2026. ↗
You plan a normal right turn where no markings authorize a turn from another lane. Which approach is correct?
Correct answer: Turn from the rightmost appropriate lane without first swinging left.
A normal right turn starts from the rightmost lane. Slow before turning and follow any signs or markings that authorize additional turning lanes.
Source: Louisiana Class D & E Driver's Guide linked by OMV (cover R08/25; internal revision markers vary); Right-turn preparation; printed page 90, physical PDF page 95; reviewed September 22, 2026. ↗
How should you prepare for a multilane roundabout?
Correct answer: Choose the correct lane for your destination before entering.
The guide advises selecting the proper lane before entering and avoiding lane changes or passing inside. Follow the destination signs and markings.
Source: Louisiana Class D & E Driver's Guide linked by OMV (cover R08/25; internal revision markers vary); Multilane roundabout preparation; printed page 91, physical PDF page 96; reviewed September 22, 2026. ↗
On a two-lane road, a hill hides oncoming traffic beyond the crest. Should you start passing a slower vehicle?
Correct answer: No; wait until you have a clear, legal passing opportunity.
A blocked view prevents you from knowing that the opposing lane is clear. The guide prohibits passing when a hill or curve hides traffic.
Source: Louisiana Class D & E Driver's Guide linked by OMV (cover R08/25; internal revision markers vary); Blind hill and passing; printed page 71, physical PDF page 76; reviewed September 22, 2026. ↗
Why should you be especially cautious when rain first begins after a dry period?
Correct answer: Water mixes with oil and grease, making the pavement slippery.
Early rain can loosen accumulated oil and grease before they wash away. Reduce speed and leave extra following space.
Source: Louisiana Class D & E Driver's Guide linked by OMV (cover R08/25; internal revision markers vary); First rain on pavement; printed page 74, physical PDF page 79; reviewed September 22, 2026. ↗
Your tires begin riding on water and traction falls away. What is the appropriate initial response?
Correct answer: Ease off the gas and steer gently.
Hydroplaning separates the tires from the pavement. Smoothly easing speed helps them regain contact; harsh control inputs can worsen the loss of control.
Source: Louisiana Class D & E Driver's Guide linked by OMV (cover R08/25; internal revision markers vary); Hydroplaning recovery; printed page 74, physical PDF page 79; reviewed September 22, 2026. ↗
Which combination helps reduce hydroplaning risk?
Correct answer: Lower speed, adequate tire tread and recommended tire pressure.
Tread channels water away, proper inflation supports tire contact, and lower speed reduces the chance of riding up on the water layer.
Source: Louisiana Class D & E Driver's Guide linked by OMV (cover R08/25; internal revision markers vary); Hydroplaning prevention; printed page 74, physical PDF page 79; reviewed September 22, 2026. ↗
Water covers the road ahead, and you cannot judge the pavement beneath it. What should you do?
Correct answer: Turn around safely and find another route.
Floodwater can conceal a washed-out roadway or dangerous current. Apparent shallowness is not reliable evidence that the road can be crossed.
Source: Louisiana Class D & E Driver's Guide linked by OMV (cover R08/25; internal revision markers vary); Flooded roadway; printed page 119, physical PDF page 124; reviewed September 22, 2026. ↗
At night, an oncoming vehicle is 400 feet away. Which beam should you use?
Correct answer: Low beam.
The guide requires lower beams when approaching within 500 feet of another vehicle. Do not dazzle an approaching driver.
Source: Louisiana Class D & E Driver's Guide linked by OMV (cover R08/25; internal revision markers vary); Approaching headlights; printed page 75, physical PDF page 80; reviewed September 22, 2026. ↗
How should a lap-and-shoulder belt fit?
Correct answer: Lap portion snug across the hips, shoulder portion across the shoulder and chest.
The strong hip area should take the lap-belt load, while the shoulder belt restrains the upper body. Incorrect routing reduces protection.
Source: Louisiana Class D & E Driver's Guide linked by OMV (cover R08/25; internal revision markers vary); Correct belt placement; printed page 39, physical PDF page 44; reviewed September 22, 2026. ↗
An adult passenger says a belt is unnecessary in the rear seat. Which response matches the guide?
Correct answer: Rear-seat passengers should also be properly buckled.
An unrestrained rear occupant can be thrown into other people or ejected. The guide includes rear-seat occupants in its safety-belt instruction.
Source: Louisiana Class D & E Driver's Guide linked by OMV (cover R08/25; internal revision markers vary); Rear-seat passengers; printed page 39, physical PDF page 44; reviewed September 22, 2026. ↗
Your car has front airbags. Do they replace the need for safety belts?
Correct answer: No; airbags supplement correctly worn belts.
Airbags and belts have different protective roles. An airbag is not a reason to leave a belt unfastened.
Source: Louisiana Class D & E Driver's Guide linked by OMV (cover R08/25; internal revision markers vary); Airbags supplement belts; printed page 41, physical PDF page 46; reviewed September 22, 2026. ↗
An adult proposes holding a child on their lap under the same safety belt. Is this a safe restraint plan?
Correct answer: No; the child needs an appropriate separate child restraint.
The guide warns against holding a child or sharing one belt. A sudden stop or crash creates forces an adult cannot safely restrain by hand.
Source: Louisiana Class D & E Driver's Guide linked by OMV (cover R08/25; internal revision markers vary); Child sharing an adult belt; printed page 41, physical PDF page 46; reviewed September 22, 2026. ↗
How can alcohol affect an otherwise experienced driver's response to a hazard?
Correct answer: It can slow reaction time and impair judgment.
Driving experience does not cancel impairment. Alcohol can affect decisions, concentration, vision and reactions needed to avoid a crash.
Source: Louisiana Class D & E Driver's Guide linked by OMV (cover R08/25; internal revision markers vary); Alcohol and reaction time; printed page 122, physical PDF page 127; reviewed September 22, 2026. ↗
